Indapamide

Indapamide is helpful in treating high blood pressure. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat hypertension. As it belongs to the diuretic class, it is also prescribed to treat swelling.

This medication works by influencing the elimination of salt and water by the kidney in immense amounts. Chances of heart attacks/strokes and kidney disorders are reduced if the patient is prescribed with this medicine.

It should be notified to your doctor about your allergies, history of:

• diabetes
• gout
• kidney disorder
• liver disorder

• lupus
• difficulty in urinating
• taking any other medications
• if you are pregnant
• breastfeeding a baby

Based on the clinical condition of the patient dosage is prescribed by the practitioner. Usual dose of the medicine for an adult, for treating Edema - 2.5 mg and hypertension -1.25 mg, should be taken orally once a day or as prescribed by the doctor.

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Heart Failure

• Hypertension

• Kidney Stone

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

• Hepatic Encephalopathy

• Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

• Renal Failure

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Headache

• Nausea

• Increased Blood Uric Acid

• Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

• Altered Blood Lipids

• Glucose Intolerance

• Increased/Irregular Heart Rate

• Diarrhoea

• Dryness In Mouth

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Taking it with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is probably safe to use during pregnancy.

• 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.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication is initiated within 60 minutes of medicine administration.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The medicine shows its effect for about 18 - 20 hrs after its ingestion.

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, 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.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Indapamide as ingredient

• Lorvas 2.5Mg Tablet

  Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Indicontin 1.5Mg Tablet

  Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Inditel D Capsule

  Zydus Cadila

• Indap 2.5Mg Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Fanton 2.5Mg Tablet

  Trends Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Insuret 1.5Mg Tablet

  Life Line Biotech Ltd

• Ramey D 5 Mg/1.5 Mg Capsule

  Zydus Cadila

• Natrilam 10Mg Tablet

  Serdia Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd

• Indicontin 1.5Mg Tablet Cr

  Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Nebula-D Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

This medication belongs to the class of diuretic anti-hypertensive agent. It acts by blocking the activity of proteins KCNQ1 and KCNE1 which inhibits the delayed rectifier potassium current slow component (IKs) without affecting the rapid component (IKr). It also stimulates vasodilator prostaglandin PGE2 synthesis.

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 Cardiologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with the following medicines which include lithium, anti-arrhythmics class of drugs, NSAIDs, and ACE inhibitors.

• Ques : What is Indapamide?

  Ans : This medication belongs to diuretic class, helpful in treating hypertension.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Indapamide before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Indapamide?

  Ans : The usual dose in adults is about 2.5 mg taken orally once a day for treating Edema and 1.25 mg taken orally once a day for treating Hypertension.

• Ques : Should I use Indapamide empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Indapamide?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Indapamide- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 5 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/indapamide

• Indapamide- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 5 December 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00808

• Natrilix SR- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2018 [Cited 5 December 2019]. Available from:

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