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Chlohat is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High BP, Edema. The alternative uses of Chlohat have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Chlohat. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Chlohat also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Loss of appetite, Gastric Irritation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Chlohat as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Chlohat are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Chlohat is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Chlohat related warnings talks about Chlohat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Chlohat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Chlohat contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Chlohat have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Chlohat is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Chlohat is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chlohat is used -
Common
Is the use of Chlohat safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Chlohat has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Chlohat safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Chlohat as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Chlohat on the Kidneys?
Chlohat rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Chlohat on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Chlohat on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Chlohat on the Heart?
Side effects of Chlohat rarely affect the heart.
Chlohat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlohat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlohat habit forming or addictive?
Chlohat does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Chlohat. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Chlohat should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Chlohat is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Chlohat
Taking Chlohat with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlohat
Consuming Chlohat with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Chlohat should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Chlohat works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption in the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume that helps in the relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure.
Chlohat is a brand name of chlorthalidone and it is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the class of drugs known as thiazide diuretics. Chlohat is a prescription drug that is used in hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduces swelling of liver and kidney due to excess accumulation of fluid.
Yes, you may feel dizzy after taking [Medicine. It has been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult about it with your doctor.
Yes, Chlohat may cause weight loss. If you are experiencing the same after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Thalitone ® (chlorthalidone)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 583-584
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 446-448
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Thalitone ® (chlorthalidone)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 583-584
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 446-448
