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Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet

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Introduction of Metolactone Tablet

Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It reduces the excess fluid levels in your body while maintaining potassium balance.

Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet is a combination of potassium sparing and low ceiling diuretic medicines.

Uses of Metolactone Tablet

Benefits of Metolactone Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This maintains balance of electrolytes (like potassium), lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Metolactone Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Metolactone

  • Diarrhea
  • Upset stomach
  • Glucose intolerance
  • Breast enlargement in male
  • Irregular menstrual cycle
  • Increased blood lipid level
  • Increased uric acid level in blood
  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Impotence

How to use Metolactone Tablet

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. Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Metolactone Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Metolactone Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Monitor your blood pressure after starting Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
  • Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea and lipid in your blood.
  • Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet helps you to lose water via urination. If, however, you lose too much fluid, you may become dehydrated. This will make you feel thirsty and make your skin look and feel dry. Let your doctor know if this happens, as your dose may need to be adjusted.
  • Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as Ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • Lifestyle changes like a low-sodium diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine work better.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class
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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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I am a patient of hypertension
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.
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Some times I had lot of hypertension
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.
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    Name: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Address: CENTAUR HOUSE, Near Grand Hyatt, Vakola ,Santacruz – East, Mumbai – 400 055, India.
    Country of origin: India
    Expires on or after: February, 2025

    A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Metolactone 5 mg/50 mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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