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EXENTA T 20 TABLET

Manufacturer :  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Eplerenone, Torasemide
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About EXENTA T 20 TABLET

EXENTA T 20 TABLET is used for the control, treatment and prevention of conditions such as hypertension, congestive heart failure, and left ventricular systolic dysfunction. It works by blocking the effect of the aldosterone hormone which is responsible for raising blood pressure.

Do not use EXENTA T 20 TABLET if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in it. Before using EXENTA T 20 TABLET tell your doctor if you are using any prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, or other herbal and dietary pills and supplements, if you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, if you suffer from kidney or liver diseases, or if you have any upcoming surgeries. Also let your doctor know your history of medical problems, pre-existing diseases and current health conditions.

EXENTA T 20 TABLET should be taken in doses prescribed by the doctor. Dosage depends on conditions such as medical condition, diet, age, and counteraction with other medicines.

Possible side effects of EXENTA T 20 TABLET include nausea, lightheadedness, headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, hyperkalemia, and angina pectoris. Generally, these side effects should go away on their own after a limited period of time. In case the side effects fail to go away, you need to consult your doctor immediately. If you experience side effects other than the ones listed above, you need to contact your doctor for immediate medical assistance.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of EXENTA T 20 TABLET

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of EXENTA T 20 TABLET ?

    • Dehydration

    • Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

    • Decreased Magnesium Level In Blood

    • Increased Blood Uric Acid

    • Hearing Loss

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of EXENTA T 20 TABLET

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Taking Eplerenone with alcohol may lead to headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, changes in pulse or heart rate and/or low blood pressure.
      Taking Torsamide with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Planep t tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
      It may cause dizziness. Exercise caution if you have to drive or operate a machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Contraindicated in Patients with severe renal impairment.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for EXENTA T 20 TABLET ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as EXENTA T 20 TABLET , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine falls under the category of a popular steroidal antimineralocorticoid, which is used to treat and prevent heart failure. It binds with the mineralocorticoid receptors so that aldosterone cannot form a bond with the same.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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