Thaliton 6.25 Tablet

Short Description

Thaliton 6.25 Tablet is a diuretic (water pill) medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Thaliton 6.25 Tablet makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine but try to reduce your salt intake. Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, and dizziness. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you. Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult a doctor before taking it. You must inform the doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine.

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. Thaliton 6.25 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Thaliton 6.25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Thaliton 6.25 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Pregnancy Warning

Thaliton 6.25 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Acarbose Amlodipine Amphotericin B Beclometasone

Thaliton 6.25 Tablet is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you. Avoid alcohol intake while taking Thaliton 6.25 Tablet as it may increase the dizziness. Monitor your blood pressure after starting Thaliton 6.25 Tablet and notify your doctor if it does not lower down. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.