CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure thus reduces chances of future heart attack and stroke.

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is a combination of antihypertensives and diuretic medicines

Uses of CTD-T AM Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of CTD-T AM Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 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.

Side effects of CTD-T AM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of CTD-T AM

Headache
Dizziness
Sleepiness
Edema (swelling)
Increased uric acid level in blood
Fatigue
Increased blood lipid level
Increased liver enzymes
Visual disturbance
Breathlessness
Muscle cramp
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Electrolyte imbalance
Increased glucose level in blood
Urticaria
Postural hypotension (low blood pressure)
Impotence

How to use CTD-T AM Tablet

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. CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.

Liver

CAUTION

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take CTD-T AM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet

₹5.93/Tablet

Eritel-CH 40 Trio Tablet

Eris Lifesciences Ltd

₹6.29/tablet

6% costlier

Telmed Act 40 Tablet

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₹7.93/tablet

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Eldotel Trio 40 Tablet

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₹5.5/tablet

7% cheaper

Weltelmi Trio 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet

Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

₹4.9/tablet

17% cheaper

Tritelsar 40 HS Tablet

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹6.34/tablet

7% costlier

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Quick tips

CTD-T AM Tablet

You have been prescribed CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
Use of CTD-T AM 12.5/40/5 Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

BP130/80 after taking CTD T 80/12.5,swelling in ankle and both feet and gained weight

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Interventional Cardiology

see me at medanta opd call 9XXXXXX

In case of BP prob. how do you decide which salt combination is appropriate for a patient. My BP hover around 90/140 is it ok or shall go for other combination. Earlier I used to take amlopress at for 5 yrs, now switched to CTD - The 12.5/40 Earlier I used to take amlopress at for 5 yrs, now switched to CTD - T 12.5/40 for last six months.

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

still ur BP is not in controlplz also do exercise for 40 minutes dailywalking for 1 km daily minimum

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