Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet

Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet contains Perindopril + Indapamide 2mg/0.625mg, a combination blood pressure medicine. Made by Servier Research & Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd Research & Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd, it is prescribed for high blood pressure. Pack size: 1×10 tablets.

Uses of Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet

Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure in adults, particularly when one medicine alone has not brought it under control. Having both ingredients in one tablet simplifies treatment. Keeping blood pressure in a healthy range over time lowers the risk of stroke, heart attack, heart failure and kidney damage. It is usually taken long term, even when you feel completely well.

How Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet works

Perindopril is an ACE inhibitor that reduces angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels, so the vessels relax. Indapamide is a thiazide-like diuretic that helps the kidneys remove extra salt and water and also widens blood vessels directly. Together they lower blood pressure more than either does alone.

Possible side effects

Most people tolerate Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet well. The side effects mentioned most often are:

• Dry cough
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Muscle cramps
• Passing more urine

Get emergency help for swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat or difficulty breathing. See a doctor promptly if you faint, have a very irregular heartbeat, or develop severe muscle weakness or confusion.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not take Preterax 2mg/0.625mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, and tell your doctor straight away if you become pregnant.
• Your doctor will check kidney function and blood salts such as sodium and potassium, especially at the start.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, gout, diabetes, or a past episode of angioedema.
• Mention lithium, other diuretics, potassium supplements, anti-inflammatory painkillers and medicines that affect heart rhythm.
• Stand up slowly and avoid driving if you feel dizzy, and keep taking it regularly even when you feel well.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.