Fanton 2.5mg Tablet
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Rs.27.70for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
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Fanton 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Fanton 2.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Fanton 2.5mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fanton 2.5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Fanton 2.5mg Tablet
Indapamide(2.5mg)
Fanton tablet uses
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How fanton tablet works
Fanton 2.5mg Tablet is a thiazide diuretic. It lowers blood pressure by removing the extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.
Common side effects of fanton tablet
Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Gastrointesinal symptoms, Muscle cramp, Rash
SUBSTITUTES FOR Fanton Tablet
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10 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Fanton Tablet
- It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid alcohol intake while taking Indapamide as it may increase the dizziness.
- It may cause a sudden drop of sodium level in blood. Avoid low sodium diet while you are taking this medication.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Indapamide, 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.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Fanton 2.5mg Tablet
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Q. Can Fanton 2.5mg Tablet cause gout?
Use of Fanton 2.5mg Tablet may impact the patients already diagnosed with gout. Inform your doctor if you have gout before starting Fanton 2.5mg Tablet. The reason being, this medicine can increase the levels of uric acid in blood in these patients. Such patients may experience episodes of gout while on Fanton 2.5mg Tablet. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of uric acid.
Q. Can Fanton 2.5mg Tablet increase blood sugar?
Fanton 2.5mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes as your insulin requirements may change or the dose of your antidiabetic medicines may need modification. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is important in diabetes patients taking Fanton 2.5mg Tablet.
Q. Does Fanton 2.5mg Tablet make you sleepy?
No, Fanton 2.5mg Tablet does not make you sleepy. But, if there is excessive loss of salts (hyponatremia, hypokalaemia, or electrolyte imbalance), then it may make you drowsy. Other warning signals of electrolyte imbalance include dry mouth, thirst, weakness, fatigue, lethargy, restlessness, muscle pain or cramps. Electrolyte imbalance may also lead to decreased urine output, increased heart beat and decreased blood pressure. In case you notice any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.