Perifer 2.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Perifer Tablet is a medicine used to lower blood pressure. It contains Indapamide as its active ingredient. Perifer is a water pill, which works by removing excess water and salt from the body.

This Tablet should be used by individuals over 18 years of age. Perifer should be preferably taken in the morning or daytime. High blood pressure or hypertension is a critical health condition, hence you should continue to take this medicine even if you feel well.

You should also follow a healthy diet and maintain certain lifestyle modifications to control your blood pressure.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose of the Perifer Tablet may include nausea (feeling sick), vomiting, low blood pressure, cramps, feeling dizzy or drowsy, confusion and changes in the amount of urine produced. If you have taken too much of this medicine inform your doctor immediately or visit your nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss a dose of your blood pressure medicine as it may lead to increased blood pressure. If you forget to take a dose of your medicine, take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Perifer Tablet is a water pill. It works by acting on the kidneys. It increases the urinary output and hence increases the excretion of water and salt from the body. This helps in reducing cardiac output and blood pressure.

Directions for Use

• Take the Perifer Tablet as prescribed by your doctor.
• Try to take this medicine at the same time every day.
• Perifer Tablet can be taken with or without food.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Perifer Tablet during pregnancy?

Perifer should not be taken during pregnancy, if you become pregnant while taking this medicine or wish to become pregnant inform your doctor immediately.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Perifer Tablet while breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding is not advisable if you are taking the Perifer as the active ingredient of this medicine can pass into the breastmilk and affect the newborn.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Perifer Tablet?

Perifer can make you feel dizzy or tired especially right after the therapy is initiated. Be cautious and avoid driving if you experience such symptoms.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Perifer Tablet?

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking the Perifer tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a heart, kidney or liver-related disorder.
• You have gout or diabetes.
• You are supposed to do a test to check the parathyroid function.
• You have fluid imbalance or imbalance of sodium or potassium levels in your body. You may be asked to check the electrolyte levels before and after the initiation of treatment.
• Perifer may increase the sensitivity of your skin to sunlight. If this happens you should tell your doctor as he/she may decide to stop your treatment.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to indapamide or any other ingredient of the Perifer Tablet. If you have an existing kidney failure or liver failure. If you have low levels of potassium in your body.

Side effects

• Red raised skin rash
• Skin allergy
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Excessive urination

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Perifer Tablet works or the Perifer Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, blood-thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines, medicines for stomach related disorders or medicines for brain-related disorders.

Storage and disposal

• Store it in a cool and dry place away from light and moisture.
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Perifer Tablet?

Perifer Tablet is a water pill (diuretic). It is used for the treatment of high blood pressure.

What is the best time to take the Perifer?

The best time to take the Perifer is in the morning or as advised by the doctor. Do not take this medicine too late in the day (after 4 pm) or at night, otherwise, you may have to wake up to go to the toilet.