Thiovas 12.5mg Tablet strip of 10 tablets

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

Chlorthalidone 12.5mg

Thiovas 12.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol

Thiovas 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.

Chlorthalidone : Headache, Nausea, Increased blood uric acid, Decreased potassium level in blood, Glucose intolerance, Altered blood lipids

Thiovas 12.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Chlorthalidone 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.

Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Chlorthalidone?
No, do not take alcohol while on treatment with Chlorthalidone. Taking alcohol with Chlorthalidone may lower your blood pressure suddenly making you feel dizzy and lightheaded.

Q. What happens if I take more than the recommended dose of Chlorthalidone?
If you take more than the prescribed dose of Chlorthalidone, you may experience nausea, lightheadedness, weakness, fast or irregular heart beat, 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 Chlorthalidone?
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 Chlorthalidone, you will need to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and also monitor your kidney function tests.

Q. Does Chlorthalidone increase uric acid? Can it cause gout?
Yes, Chlorthalidone may raise uric acid levels. However, the occurrence of gout due to Chlorthalidone is very rare.

Q. Does Chlorthalidone cause skin cancer?
No, there have been no reports of Chlorthalidone 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.

Thiovas 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.