Abel 40 mg Tablet

Composition of Abel 40 mg Tablet

Abel 40 mg Tablet contains Azilsartan medoxomil (40mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor class of medicines.

Uses of Abel 40 mg Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Key benefits

• In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also 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.

How Abel 40 mg Tablet works

Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Azilsartan medoxomil and Chlorthalidone which lower blood pressure effectively. Azilsartan medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time, it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.

How to take Abel 40 mg 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. Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, with dizziness, fainting and a fast or slow pulse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Abel 40 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Abel are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Abel 40 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Stand up slowly for the first few days — dizziness on rising is common when you start or your dose goes up. Stop and seek urgent care if your lips, tongue, face or throat swell, or you have difficulty breathing. A persistent dry, tickly cough can be caused by the ACE inhibitor group; tell your doctor rather than stopping on your own, as an alternative exists. Your doctor will check your kidney function and potassium after starting and after any dose change. Do not use salt substitutes containing potassium without asking your doctor.

Do not take Abel if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy — it can seriously harm the developing baby. Not for people with narrowing of both kidney arteries, or a history of swelling of the face and throat caused by this group of medicines.

Interactions with other medicines

Anti-inflammatory painkillers reduce the effect and can harm the kidneys when combined. Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing water tablets and salt substitutes can push potassium too high. Lithium levels rise when taken with these medicines.

How to store Abel 40 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Abel 40 mg Tablet

You have been prescribed Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure. It can be taken with or without food. Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth, or muscle weakness. It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Use of Abel-CT 40mg/12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe. It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LUPIN LAB

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor

Chemical class:

Biphenyl derivative