CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB

Overview

CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB is composed of: PROPRANOLOL (40.0 MG), HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (25.0 MG)

Propranolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). Propranolol is used to treat tremors, angina (chest pain), hypertension (high blood pressure), heart rhythm disorders, and other heart or circulatory conditions. It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack, and to reduce the severity and frequency of migraine headaches.

HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. HCTZ treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Usage

PROPRANOLOL is generally used to treat: Stable Angina, Hypertension, Heart Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Migraine
PROPRANOLOL can address symptoms like: Chest Pain

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is generally used to treat: Edema, Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, lung, liver or kidney disease, poor blood circulation, breathing problems, sugar, low blood sugar, overactive thyroid, increased eye pressure, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or vision changes, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, gout, asthma or kidney, liver, thyroid disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may raise blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Monitor kidney function, blood pressure and electrolyte levels while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PROPRANOLOL over-dosage can result in: Irregular Heartbeat, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Fainting
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst

Common Side-Effects

PROPRANOLOL : Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Fatigue (tiredness)
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Decreased Urination, Confusion, Irregular Heartbeat

Serious Side-Effects

PROPRANOLOL : Heart Failure, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Ankles Swelling, Fainting
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Eyes Decreased Night Vision, Eyes Pain

Rare Side-Effects

PROPRANOLOL : Face Swelling, Body Itching, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE can interfere with: Anuria, Hypokalemia, Diarrhoea, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyponatremia, Magnesium Deficiency, Vomiting, Heart Arrhythmias, Acute Liver Failure, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Renal Failure, Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperparathyroidism, Gout

Technical Classification

PROPRANOLOL is categorized as:

• GROUP II ANTIARRHYTHMICS / ANTIARRHYTHMIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
• NON-CARDIOSELECTIVE BETA BLOCKERS / BETA-ADRENERGIC BLOCKING AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CIPLAR -H TAB	INR 83 for 10 TABLETS	PROPRANOLOL 40 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG
CIPLAR H 40MG/25MG TAB	INR 83.3 for 10 TABLETS	PROPRANOLOL 40.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AMBULAX ET HD TAB	INR 29 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE , PROPRANOLOL
PROPRANOLOL HCL & HYDROCHLORTHIAZIDE TAB	INR 61.61 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE , PROPRANOLOL