Indicontin 1.5mg

Uses of Indicontin 1.5mg

Indapamide is a diuretic which increases urine excretion. Indapamide is used in the treatment of Hypertension, edema due to congestive heart failure.

Side Effects of Indicontin 1.5mg

Headache, dizziness, weakness, drowsiness, fatigue, agitation, nervousness, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, pain, diarrhoea, constipation, orthostatic hypotension, palpitations, hypokalaemia, hyponatraemia, metabolic alkalosis.

Drug Interactions

Additive effect with other antihypertensive agents and diuretics. Increased chance of hypokalaemia with corticosteroids, corticotropin and amphotericin. Potentially Fatal: Increased risk of lithium toxicity. Hypokalaemia enhances digitalis toxicity with cardiac gycosides.

Contraindications

Anuria, severe hepatic impairment.

Mechanism of Action

Indapamide enhances excretion of sodium, chloride and water by interfering with the transport of sodium ions across the renal tubular epithelium. Absorption: Rapidly and completely absorbed from the GI tract (oral). Peak plasma levels are achieved within 2-2.5 hr. Distribution: Widely distributed, preferentially and reversibly bound to erythrocytes. Metabolism: Extensively metabolised in the liver. Excretion: Via urine (60-70% as metabolites, 5-7% as unchanged), via faeces (16-23% remaining dose); 14 hr (elimination half-life).

Special Precautions

Pregnancy, lactation, elderly, renal impairment, fluid or electrolyte imbalance, hyperuricaemia, DM, lupus erythematosus.

How to Use

Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.

How to Store

Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Safety Concerns

• Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
• Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
• Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.

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