chlorzen 6.25mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is chlorzen 6.25mg tablet used for?
ctd 6.25 tablet (Chlorthalidone) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Chlorthalidone (6.25mg), which Inhibits sodium-chloride symporter in distal convoluted tubule, increasing excre. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Chlorthalidone
- Manufacturer: Innovative Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ chlorzen 6.25mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Hypertension, Edema associated with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis, or renal disease
Off-label uses: Nephrolithiasis (calcium stones), Diabetes insipidus
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Chlorthalidone |
| Brand Name | ctd 6.25 tablet |
| Manufacturer | Innovative Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Low-ceiling Diuretics (Inhibitors of Na+Cl symport) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits sodium-chloride symporter in distal convoluted tubule, increasing excretion of sodium, chloride, and water.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take chlorzen 6.25mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of chlorzen 6.25mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Hypokalemia
- Hyperuricemia
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nausea
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe hypokalemia
- Arrhythmias
- Pancreatitis
- Hepatic encephalopathy
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Thrombocytopenia
- Leukopenia
- Photosensitivity
- Acute angle-closure glaucoma
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Lithium | Major | Increased lithium levels and toxicity risk |
| NSAIDs | Major | Reduced diuretic efficacy and increased nephrotoxicity risk |
| Corticosteroids | Major | Increased risk of hypokalemia |
| Amphotericin B | Major | Increased risk of hypokalemia and nephrotoxicity |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased risk of digoxin toxicity due to hypokalemia |
| Antidiabetic agents | Moderate | May decrease glucose tolerance; adjust doses |
| Antihypertensives | Moderate | Additive hypotensive effect |
| Cholestyramine | Moderate | Reduced absorption of chlorthalidone |
| Calcium supplements | Minor | Possible hypercalcemia |
| Vitamin D | Minor | Possible hypercalcemia |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Lithium
- NSAIDs
- Corticosteroids
- Amphotericin B
โก Moderate Interactions
- Digoxin
- Antidiabetic agents
- Antihypertensives
- Cholestyramine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Calcium supplements
- Vitamin D
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
High sodium intake may reduce efficacy; avoid excessive potassium-rich foods if hypokalemia risk.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May potentiate orthostatic hypotension; avoid excessive alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Anuria, Hypersensitivity to chlorthalidone or sulfonamides, Severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min), Hepatic coma or pre-coma
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, Serum electrolytes (especially potassium), Renal function, Blood glucose, Uric acid levels
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution, monitor infant for electrolyte disturbances.
๐ Overdose Management
Induce emesis or gastric lavage; monitor electrolytes, hydration, and renal function; treat hypotension with fluids and vasopressors if needed.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for chlorzen 6.25mg tablet
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tensiclor 6.25 tabletZeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd โน6.00 84.8% CHEAPER
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StayHappi Chlorthalidone 6.25mg TabletSarvagunaushdhi Pvt Ltd โน18.00 54.4% CHEAPER
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cloridone 6.25mg tabletMaxford Labs Pvt. Ltd. โน32.06 18.8% CHEAPER
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chlorix 6.25 tabletMendcure Life Sciences Pvt Ltd โน37.50 5.1% CHEAPER
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.