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Rextel-40 Tab belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin II receptor blockers that are used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. Additionally, Rextel-40 Tab is used to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Essential hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause. On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.
Rextel-40 Tab works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, Rextel-40 Tab widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure
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Rextel-40 Tab belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin II receptor blockers that are used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. Additionally, Rextel-40 Tab is used to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Essential hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause. On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.
Rextel-40 Tab works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, Rextel-40 Tab widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure.
You can take Rextel-40 Tab irrespective of food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will let you how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects of Rextel-40 Tab do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
Rextel-40 Tab is not for pregnant women as its use during your pregnancy can cause injury and even death to your unborn baby. It is not known whether Rextel-40 Tab passes into your breast milk or not. Your doctor will decide if you will take Rextel-40 Tab while using Rextel-40 Tab and breastfeeding together. Prolonged intake of Rextel-40 Tab may cause high potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Rextel-40 Tab as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Rextel-40 Tab as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Rextel-40 Tab with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Rextel-40 Tab .
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Directions for Use
Use Rextel-40 Tab only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take Rextel-40 Tab exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results.
Medicinal Benefits
Rextel-40 Tab is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Rextel-40 Tab is an angiotensin II receptor blocker decreases high blood pressure by widening and relaxing the blood vessels by blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body which causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure.
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Rextel-40 Tab is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Rextel-40 Tab may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Rextel-40 Tab may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Make sure you are not affected before driving. Breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Rextel-40 Tab . Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Rextel-40 Tab as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Rextel-40 Tab as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Rextel-40 Tab with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Rextel-40 Tab .
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, the way you react in certain situations and making time for yourself to do activities that you enjoy.
Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products.
Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
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No, you are not recommended to take Rextel-40 Tab with antidepressants or barbiturates as it may cause dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before taking Rextel-40 Tab with any other medicines.
Rextel-40 Tab may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid intake of potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium like coconut water, bananas and broccoli.
No, Rextel-40 Tab is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the second and third trimesters as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Rextel-40 Tab .
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Rextel-40 Tab as it may cause Rextel-40 Tab overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, low blood pressure, fast or slow heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Rextel-40 Tab , please consult a doctor immediately.
No, you are not recommended to take ibuprofen with Rextel-40 Tab as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of Rextel-40 Tab and increase the risk of impaired kidney function. However, if you experience loss of appetite, sudden weight loss or weight gain, weakness, muscle cramps, vomiting, nausea, decreased or increased urination, irregular heart rhythm and fluid retention, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted to use safely.
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Special Advise
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
Low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Rextel-40 Tab for effective results.
Disease/Condition Glossary
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): When the blood pressure rises, there is too much of force develops on the lining of arteries wall that makes the heart work harder to pump blood throughout the body. This results in the damage of the blood vessels. If high blood pressure is left untreated, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, and eye problems.
Cardiovascular risk: It is usually diagnosed in the patients older than 55 years of age characterized with blood vessel disease in the heart, brain, or legs (coronary, peripheral, or cerebral vascular disease) or diabetes with organ damage.
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