Zytanix 2.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Zytanix 2.5 tablet is a water pill that helps remove excess water from your body through frequent urination and helps reduce blood pressure and swelling, which is caused by water retention. It contains metolazone as its active medicine that works by increasing the urinary output of excess salt and water.

High blood pressure is a critical health condition and it is very important to take your anti-hypertensive medicines on time along with adequate dietary and lifestyle modifications. Take Zytanix 2.5 in a dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may include dizziness, confusion, loss of orientation, drop in blood pressure, weakness, unconsciousness. If you have taken more than the prescribed dose of this medicine, then contact your doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking a dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Metolazone reduces the reabsorption of sodium salts from your kidneys. Decreased sodium reabsorption leads to the elimination of more water and salts such as sodium, potassium through frequent urination. Elimination of more water leads to lowering of blood pressure and reduction in swelling caused due to certain disorders of the heart and kidneys.

Directions for Use

• Swallow the Zytanix 2.5 tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
• This medicine can be taken after meals or as directed by your doctor.
• Take this medicine preferably during morning hours to avoid sleep disturbance due to frequent urination at night.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Zytanix 2.5 tablet during pregnancy?

The safety of this medicine is not established in pregnancy and hence is considered unsafe. Consult your doctor if you become pregnant while taking this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Zytanix 2.5 tablet while breastfeeding?

Zytanix 2.5 tablets should not be given to breastfeeding mothers as its components pass into the breastmilk and can harm the newborn baby. Take this medicine only if considered essential by your doctor and in such a case breastfeeding is usually discontinued for that period.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Zytanix 2.5 tablet?

Zytanix 2.5 tablets can make you feel dizzy. Drive only if you are feeling comfortable and well oriented.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Zytanix 2.5 tablet?

Alcohol consumption can make you dizzier and can lead to excessive low blood pressure. Avoid alcohol with the Zytanix 2.5 tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are suffering from a severe liver disorder.
• You are diabetic, then this medicine can increase your blood sugar levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels may be needed.
• You feel very weak or dizzy, muscle pain or cramps.
• Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
• You have pain in joints, inform your doctor and get uric acid levels checked.
• Your doctor may advise you to test electrolyte (sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium) levels.
• You have difficulty in passing urine.
• Tell your doctor about any other medicines or herbal preparations that you have been taking.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to metolazone or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you are having difficulty in Urination (anuria).
• Severe disorder of liver leading to loss of consciousness (Hepatic coma, Precoma).

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness on standing up suddenly from a lying position
• Drop-in Blood Pressure
• Feeling sick
• Muscle weakness, cramps
• Joint pain
• Rashes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can interfere with the action of the Zytanix 2.5 tablet, taken at the same time. Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder.
• Concomitant use of the Zytanix 2.5 tablet with Lithium (medicine for some mental conditions) should be avoided, as it can cause Lithium toxicity.
• Concomitant use with other blood pressure medicines like furosemide should be avoided unless needed; as it can lead to excessive lowering of blood pressure.

Storage and disposal

• This medicine should be stored away from direct sunlight at a temperature below 30ºC.
• Store it in the original package out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For how long do I need to take the Zytanix 2.5 tablet?

Do not stop taking the Zytanix 2.5 tablet unless your doctor advises you. If you suddenly stop taking medicines, then it can lead to a sudden increase in your blood pressure, which can be very dangerous. The doctor will gradually decrease the dose as per the body's needs.

What precautions should I follow to control my high blood pressure?

Consult a doctor and follow his prescription. Restrict salt intake in your diet. Follow a low carb, low-fat diet. Brisk walking for 30- 40 minutes every day shall help.

I am a diabetic patient. What precautions should I follow while taking the Zytanix 2.5 tablet?

Zytanix 2.5 tablets can lead to a rise in your blood sugar levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar is needed, along with this medicine. Your doctor may adjust the dosage of your medicines for diabetes accordingly.

When should I consume the Zytanix 2.5 tablet?

Zytanix 2.5 tablets should be taken as advised by your doctor. It is given mostly during morning hours so that your sleep is not disturbed by frequent urination at night.

What is Zytanix 2.5 used for?

Zytanix 2.5 is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It prevents the body from absorbing an excessive amount of salt that may cause fluid retention in the body. It also reduces the reabsorption of sodium salts from your kidneys. Decreased sodium reabsorption leads to the elimination of more water and salts, such as sodium and potassium, through frequent urination. Elimination of more water leads to the lowering of blood pressure and reduction in swelling caused due to certain disorders of the heart and kidneys.

How often should I take Zytanix 2.5?

You should take Zytanix 2.5 in exact doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop or modify the dose or frequency without consulting a doctor.

Is Zytanix diuretic?

Yes, Zytanix is a diuretic medicine that helps in removing excess water from your body through frequent urination and helps in reducing blood pressure and swelling which is caused by water retention.

What is the composition of Zytanix 2.5?

The composition of Zytanix 2.5 contains metolazone as the active medicine that works by increasing the urinary output of excess salt and water.