Rs.50.40for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Thiovas Tablet
alcohol interaction for Thiovas Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Thiovas Tablet
lactation interaction for Thiovas Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
None
CAUTION
Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Thiovas 6.25mg 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
Thiovas 6.25mg 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.
Its slow clearance may lead to accumulation in the infant.
Its slow clearance may lead to accumulation in the infant.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet
Chlorthalidone(6.25mg)
Thiovas tablet uses
{med_name} is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart Failure, Edema and kidney stone. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
How thiovas tablet works
Thiovas 6.25mg 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.
Common side effects of thiovas tablet
Headache, Nausea, Dizziness
SUBSTITUTES FOR Thiovas Tablet
35 Substitutes
35 Substitutes
Sorted By
- Rs. 113.10pay 47% more per Tablet
- Rs. 65.60pay 30% more per Tablet
- Rs. 16.50save 67% more per Tablet
- Rs. 120.50pay 56% more per Tablet
- Rs. 46.35save 11% more per Tablet
Expert advice FOR Thiovas Tablet
- 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 Chlorthalidone 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 Chlorthalidone, 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.
- Chlorthalidone helps lower blood pressure and also removes excess water from your body.
- Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.
- It may cause dizziness in the initial days of treatment.
- Monitor your blood pressure after starting Chlorthalidone, 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.
- You may be asked to get regular blood tests done to monitor your kidney function.
- It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid alcohol intake while taking Chlorthalidone 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.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet
Chlorthalidone
Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet. Taking alcohol with Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.
Q. What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heartbeat, sleepiness, muscle cramps and pain, difficulty in breathing. Taking this medicine in high doses may even cause a heart attack. In a situation like this, contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency help in a nearby hospital.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen with Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet?
This combination is best avoided since the two medicines may interfere with each other. However, if your doctor advises you to take both ibuprofen and Thiovas 6.25mg Tablet, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.