Description:
Chlorthalidone (Sartel TRIO) is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.
Chlorthalidone (Sartel TRIO) is also used to treat fluid retention (edema) that is caused by congestive heart failure, severe liver disease (cirrhosis), kidney disease, or treatment with a hormone or steroid medicine.
Chlorthalidone (Sartel TRIO) is a diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps to lower blood pressure.
Chlorthalidone (Sartel TRIO) is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Uses / Indications:
Sartel Trio Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
High blood pressure
Kidney failure in patients with diabetes
Heart attack
Heart failure
Hypertension
Edema
Interactions / Warnings:
If you are allergic to Sartel Trio Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Sartel Trio Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Sartel Trio Tablet 10's and consult a doctor. If you are about to take anesthesia or undergo any surgery, you are advised to inform your doctor that you are taking Sartel Trio Tablet 10's. Avoid taking Sartel Trio Tablet 10's if you have low levels of sodium or potassium in blood, gout, kidney stones, Addison’s disease (adrenal gland does not produce sufficient steroids), high blood levels of calcium, severe liver or kidney problems. Drive only if you are alert as Sartel Trio Tablet 10's may cause dizziness or tiredness. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Sartel Trio Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.
Side Effects:
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Incidence not known
Abdominal or stomach pain
black, tarry stools
bleeding gums
blistering, peeling, or loosening of skin
bloating
blood in urine or stools
blurred vision
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
chest pain
chills
clay-colored stools
cold sweats
confusion
constipation
cough or hoarseness
coughing up blood
darkened urine
diarrhea
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly
dry mouth
fast heartbeat
fatigue
fever
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
general feeling of tiredness or weakness
headache
increased hunger
increased thirst
increased urination
indigestion
itching
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
loss of appetite
lower back or side pain
Nausea
pain in joints or muscles
painful or difficult urination
pains in stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
pinpoint red spots on skin
red irritated eyes
red skin lesions, often with a purple center
redness, soreness or itching skin
shortness of breath
skin rash
sore throat
sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
sores, welting, or blisters
sugar in the urine
sweating
swelling of feet or lower legs
swollen glands
tightness in chest
troubled breathing
unpleasant breath odor
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusual weight loss
vomiting
vomiting of blood
weight loss
wheezing
yellow eyes or skin
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Incidence not known
Cramping
decreased interest in sexual intercourse
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
hives
inability to have or keep an erection
increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight
loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
muscle spasm
redness or other discoloration of skin
restlessness
sensation of spinning
severe sunburn
weakness
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Medicine interaction:
Sartel Trio Tablet 10's may interact with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin, ibuprofen), calcium channel blocker (amlodipine), water pills (amiloride, spironolactone), heart-related medicines (quinidine, digoxin), antimaniac drug (lithium), antibiotics (erythromycin, rifampicin), anticonvulsant (phenytoin).