Indicard 2.5mg Tablet is a diuretic (water pill) medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It also reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease. Indicard 2.5mg Tablet makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake. Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, and dizziness. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you. Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before taking it. You must inform the doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine. Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine.

• Headache
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Gastrointesinal symptoms
• Muscle cramp

If you miss a dose of Indicard 2.5mg 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.

Chemical Class::Thiazide (Related heterocyclics)|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::CARDIAC|Action Class::Low-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+Cl symport)

• Q. Q. Can Indicard 2.5mg Tablet cause gout??
  Ans: Use of Indicard 2.5mg Tablet may impact the patients already diagnosed with gout. Inform your doctor if you have gout before starting Indicard 2.5mg Tablet. The reason being, this medicine can increase the levels of uric acid in blood in these patients. Such patients may experience episodes of gout while on Indicard 2.5mg Tablet. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of uric acid.
• Q. Q. Can Indicard 2.5mg Tablet increase blood sugar??
  Ans: Indicard 2.5mg Tablet may increase blood sugar levels in diabetic patients. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes as your insulin requirements may change or the dose of your antidiabetic medicines may need modification. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is important in diabetes patients taking Indicard 2.5mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. Does Indicard 2.5mg Tablet make you sleepy??
  Ans: No, Indicard 2.5mg Tablet does not make you sleepy. But, if there is excessive loss of salts (hyponatremia, hypokalaemia, or electrolyte imbalance), then it may make you drowsy. Other warning signals of electrolyte imbalance include dry mouth, thirst, weakness, fatigue, lethargy, restlessness, muscle pain or cramps. Electrolyte imbalance may also lead to decreased urine output, increased heart beat and decreased blood pressure. In case you notice any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
• Q. Q. Does Indicard 2.5mg Tablet make you urinate more??
  Ans: Use of Indicard 2.5mg Tablet tend to increase the frequency of urination in some patients. Indicard 2.5mg Tablet belongs to thiazide class of medicines which are diuretics. These medicines make your body get rid of extra fluid through your kidneys. This also increases the amount of salts (sodium and potassium) and water that you get rid off from the body, helping in decreasing the blood pressure.
• Q. Q. How long does it take Indicard 2.5mg Tablet to start working??
  Ans: The action of Indicard 2.5mg Tablet is gradual. While the initial effects may be seen within a week, it may take several months to experience the full benefits.
• Q. Q. Can I take Indicard 2.5mg Tablet for weight loss??
  Ans: No, Indicard 2.5mg Tablet is not a medicine for weight loss. This medicine is used to lower high blood pressure and to reduce fluid overload in cases of heart failure. In case you experience weight loss while taking Indicard 2.5mg Tablet, it may be due to fluid loss and not due to body fat.
• Q. Q. Is it safe to take Indicard 2.5mg Tablet if I am ill??
  Ans: If you are sick or have fever with sweating or are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea, you should contact your doctor. To cope up with these, you may be advised to stop Indicard 2.5mg Tablet for 2-3 days and continue it after you are well. The reason being, if you are sick, then there can be electrolyte imbalance. Taking Indicard 2.5mg Tablet may enhance this imbalance. Therefore, it should be stopped for 2-3 days.
• Q. Q. How much fluid should I drink while taking Indicard 2.5mg Tablet??
  Ans: It is usually best to drink normal amounts of fluids while taking Indicard 2.5mg Tablet. It is important not to remain thirsty for long periods and to keep yourself hydrated. If you have heart failure or kidney failure, then you need to restrict your fluid intake after discussing with your doctor.

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