Itoguard
Itoguard Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
About Itoguard Products
Uses of Itoguard Products
Chlorthalidone+Efonidipine is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
Itoguard Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Itoguard are Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation, Headache, Dizziness.
How Itoguard Products work
Chlorthalidone + Efonidipine is a combination of diuretic and vasorelaxant medications. Chlorthalidone causes the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine. It leads to reduction in blood volume. Efonidipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes blood vessels. Both ingredients work to reduce blood pressure.
Patient Concerns about Itoguard Products
Frequently asked questions about Itoguard Products
Frequently asked questions about Itoguard Products
Q. Is Itoguard 50mg Tablet safe in pregnancy?
Due to lack of safety data, Itoguard 50mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy or in women suspected with pregnancy until and unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Discuss with your doctor who will analyze your condition and decide whether you can take Itoguard 50mg Tablet during pregnancy or not.
Q. How long can I take Itoguard 50mg Tablet?
Itoguard 50mg Tablet is recommended to be taken thrice daily before meals. The duration of therapy will depend on the response of the patient towards the therapy. The exact dose and duration will be decided by your doctor depending on individual need and response.
Q. Is Itoguard 50mg Tablet bad for kidneys?
Itoguard 50mg Tablet and its metabolites are mainly excreted via the kidneys. Therefore, people with any kidney problems should remain careful while taking Itoguard 50mg Tablet. Regular tests for kidney function are required and if side effects related to kidneys (creatinine increased) occur, the medicine is generally discontinued or the dose is reduced.
Q. Who should not take Itoguard 50mg Tablet?
Itoguard 50mg Tablet should not be given to patients in whom there is an increase in gastrointestinal movements. It is harmful in patients having mechanical obstruction or perforation of the gastrointestinal tract or gastrointestinal bleeding.
Q. Should I take Itoguard 50mg Tablet before or after meals?
Food does not interfere with the working of Itoguard 50mg Tablet. This medicine is generally recommended to be taken before meals.