Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet

Chlorthalidone(12.5mg)

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alcohol interaction for Zione DS Tablet

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lactation interaction for Zione DS Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Zione DS 12.5mg 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
Zione DS 12.5mg 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.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet

Chlorthalidone(12.5mg)

Zione ds tablet uses

{med_name} is used for Hypertension (high blood pressure) and Edema. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.

How zione ds tablet works

Zione DS 12.5mg 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 zione ds tablet

Headache, Nausea, Dizziness

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Expert advice FOR Zione DS 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. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet

Chlorthalidone

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet. Taking alcohol with Zione DS 12.5mg 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 Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Zione DS 12.5mg 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 Zione DS 12.5mg 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 Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.
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Q. Does Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?
Yes, Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet is very rare.
Q. Does Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet cause skin cancer?
No, there have been no reports of Zione DS 12.5mg Tablet causing skin cancer. However, in rare cases, this medicine can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual. If you are exposed to direct sunlight you may get skin rash, so wear protective clothing and use sunscreen.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)