Numlo-D Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It also removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body.
It is advised to take Numlo-D Tablet at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. It is suggested to take it at day time to avoid the frequent urination at night. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like headache, edema, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, and sleepiness. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure and electrolytes level while taking this medicine. If dizziness happens, avoid driving or attention seeking activity while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Numlo-D Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Numlo-D Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Numlo-D
Headache
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Sleepiness
How to use Numlo-D Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Numlo-D Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Numlo-D Tablet works
Numlo-D Tablet is a combination of two medicines. S-Amlodipine, also known as levamlodipine, is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow. This how it works to treat high blood pressure.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Numlo-D Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Numlo-D Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Numlo-D Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Numlo-D Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Numlo-D Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Numlo-D Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Numlo-D Tablet is not recommended in severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Numlo-D Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Numlo-D Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Numlo-D Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Numlo-D Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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