All Details About Sartel-C 40 Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Sartel-C 40 Tablet
Description:
Sartel C Tablet contains a combination of chlorthalidone and telmisartan. It is used to treat high blood pressure when a single medicine has failed or is unable to control blood pressure. This medicine works by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the fluid load in the body by increasing urinary output. This medicine should be taken as directed by your doctor. Avoid missing any dose or stop taking Sartel C Tablet without informing your doctor. High blood pressure is a critical health condition, if not treated well, can lead to other health-related complications and affect other parts of the body such as the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys. Thus, it is recommended that along with taking your medications on time you should also incorporate certain lifestyle modifications. A few of these changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising for 30 mins every day, not smoking and limiting alcohol consumption.
Uses:
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sartel-C 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Lack of energy
- Coughing
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Swelling of lower limb
Warning & Precautions:
This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy and you should ask your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may cause side effects.
FAQs:
Q: Are there any dietary restrictions I should follow as I have high blood pressure?
Limit the intake of salt in the diet, especially pickles and packaged foods like chips contain excess salt and should be avoided.
Have less amount of potassium-containing foods like spinach, broccoli or banana.
Limit meat intake.
Instead of having packaged snacks, prefer fresh-cut fruits as they are rich in vitamins and fibre.
Q: Can I stop Sartel C Tablet if I experience more side effects?
A: No, you should never stop taking Sartel C Tablet without consulting your doctor. Talk to your doctor about all the side effects, so he can suggest you some alternative medicine.
Q: Why do I experience frequent urination after taking Sartel C Tablet?
A: The excess of fluid built up or accumulated in the body gets eliminated via urine, thereby lowering your blood pressure and provide relief from oedema.
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