Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's

Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's belongs to the group of anti-hypertensive medicines used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's helps lower blood pressure, thereby reducing the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke. High blood pressure is a condition in which the blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nosebleeds, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness, and dyspnea (shortness of breath). However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.
 
Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's is a combination of three drugs, namely: Chlorthalidone, Telmisartan, and Metoprolol succinate. Chlorthalidone lowers blood pressure and swelling by removing excess fluid and electrolytes via urine. Telmisartan works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol succinate slows down the heart rate and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Together, Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's helps treat hypertension.
 
Take Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's as prescribed. You are advised to take Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, stomach upset, and weakness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor before taking Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established. Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's contains Chlorthalidone, Telmisartan, and Metoprolol succinate. Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's is used to treat hypertension. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that lowers blood pressure and swelling by removing excess fluid and electrolytes via urine. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol succinate is a beta-blocker that slows down the heart rate and makes it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Together, Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's helps treat hypertension. Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's helps lower blood pressure, thereby reducing the chances of heart problems such as heart attack and stroke.

• Headache
• Nausea
• Weakness
• Stomach upset
• Diarrhoea
• Changes in taste
• Dizziness

Do not take Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's if you have diabetes, circulation problems, asthma, thyroid disorder, adrenal gland tumour, heart/kidney/liver problems or if you are on a low-salt diet. Consult your doctor before taking Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established. Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness. Rise slowly from lying/sitting position as Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's may cause dizziness (orthostatic hypotension).

Drug-Drug Interaction: Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's may have interaction with medicines such as anti-hypertensive (aliskiren), anti-depressant (duloxetine), painkiller (aspirin), anti-convulsant (pregabalin), anti-diabetic (insulin glargine), diuretic (furosemide), hormone (levothyroxine), benzodiazepine (alprazolam), vitamin (ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol).

Drug-Food Interaction:  Avoid consuming potassium-rich food, such as potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's may interact with disease conditions such as diabetes, renal dysfunction (kidney disease), pulmonary disease, ischemic heart disease, hypotension (low blood pressure) and liver disease.

• ASPIRIN
• ALISKIREN
• DULOXETINE
• PREGABALIN
• INSULIN GLARGINE
• FUROSEMIDE
• LEVOTHYROXINE
• ALPRAZOLAM
• ERGOCALCIFEROL
• CHOLECALCIFEROL

• You are advised to consume low salt and low-fat diet while taking Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's. 
• Regular exercise is also recommended to complement treatment with Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's.
• Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
• Practice meditation or yoga as it helps in managing stress.
• Avoid consuming potassium-rich food, such as bananas, broccoli, almonds, avocado, and potassium supplements.

• Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels, kidney function and electrolyte levels while taking Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's is advised.
• If you are due to have any surgery, inform the doctor that you are taking Met XL 3D 25 mg/12.5 mg Tablet 15's.

Hypertension: The blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels leading to hypertension. High blood pressure is expressed as systolic/diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats or pumps out blood. Diastolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries between the heartbeats. Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) by a blood pressure monitor called a sphygmomanometer. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nosebleeds, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness, and dyspnea (shortness of breath). However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.