Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet

Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet belongs to the class of drugs called anti-hypertensive agents primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. High blood pressure is mostly caused by obesity, diabetes, smoking, high salt intake, stress, lack of physical activity or ageing.

Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet consists of two medicines, namely: Azilsartan and Chlorthalidone. Azilsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that works by blocking the hormone angiotensin. This helps relax the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone belongs to thiazide diuretics (water pill) which inhibits fluid retention or build-up. Thus, it relaxes the blood vessels and improves blood circulation. Together, Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet helps lower raised blood pressure.

Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet can cause side effects like nausea, taste changes, stomach upset, diarrhoea, headache, weakness, dizziness, and decreased blood pressure. Most of these side effects of Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Before taking Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet , let your doctor know if you have kidney, liver problems or severe dehydration. Avoid using Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet if you are pregnant. Breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet . Do not consume alcohol with Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet is a combination of Azilsartan and Chlorthalidone. It is used to treat high blood pressure. Azilsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow. Together, Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet helps treat high blood pressure.

Do not stop taking Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet without your doctor's advice. Sudden stopping of Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet may cause changes in your blood pressure. Inform your doctor about gout, electrolyte imbalance, dehydration, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Avoid taking Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet if you are pregnant. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert, as Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet may cause dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.

• Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
• Thiazide diuretics like Chlorthalidone may increase serum triglyceride and cholesterol levels. Hence it is advised to monitor your cholesterol levels regularly.
• Chlorthalidone in Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet may interfere with specific lab tests like parathyroid and protein-bound iodide tests; hence, inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet .
• Your doctor may advise you to get a regular kidney function test and blood examinations for potassium levels and other electrolytes while using Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet to rule out any renal impairment.
• Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised in diabetic patients while using Asar-CT 80/6.25 Tablet .