In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and 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.
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. Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE
Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE
Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.Not recommended in patients with severe renal impairment. | - Liver : UNSAFE
Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
If you miss a dose of Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg 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.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.| Can I feel dizzy after taking Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?::: Yes, the use of Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.| Can I use Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet in pregnancy?::: No, Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. It can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while taking Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately. The doctor might suggest other ways to lower blood pressure.| What lifestyle changes should I make while using Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?::: Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet. Stop smoking, as smoking increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce your risk of heart attack.| Can I stop taking Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet if I feel well?::: No, keep using Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
Akardis Plus 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Telmisartan, Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by widening and relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body through urine. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improves blood flow.