Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 25 Nov 2020 | 10:36 AM (UTC)

Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone Uses

Azilsartan medoxomil+Chlorthalidone is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

How Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone works

Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone is a combination of two medicines: Azilsartan medoxomil and Chlorthalidone which lower blood pressure effectively. Azilsartan medoxomil 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.

Common side effects of Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone

Dizziness, Fatigue, Hypotension (low blood pressure)

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Medicine brands for Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹128 to ₹183

2 variant(s)

Aztric CT

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹117 to ₹199

4 variant(s)

Myotan CT

J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹109 to ₹109

1 variant(s)

Macarbi CH

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹109 to ₹109

1 variant(s)

Zilokem CT

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Expert advice for Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone

You have been prescribed Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone for the treatment of high blood pressure.
It can be taken with or without food.
Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Use of Azilsartan medoxomil + Chlorthalidone during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.