Xelix SR 1.5 mg is indicated in the treatment of essential hypertension . It is effective in treating hypertension in patients with renal function impairment, although its diuretic effect is reduced. Xelix SR 1.5 mg is also indicated for the treatment of salt and fluid retention associated with congestive heart failure.

Theropeutic Class

Thiazide diuretics & related drugs

Pharmacology

Xelix SR 1.5 mg is a diuretic antihypertensive. It appears to cause vasodilation, probably by inhibiting the passage of calcium and other ions (sodium, potassium) across membranes. It has an extra-renal antihypertensive action resulting in a decrease in vascular hyperreactivity and a reduction in total peripheral and arteriolar resistance.

Dosage & Administration of Xelix SR 1.5 mg

One tablet daily preferably in the morning. In more sever case Xelix SR 1.5 mg can be combine with other categories of anti-hypertensive agent. The safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established

Dosage of Xelix SR 1.5 mg

Interaction of Xelix SR 1.5 mg

Other antihypertensive: Xelix SR 1.5 mg may add to or potentiate the action of other antihypertensive drugs. Norepinephrine: Xelix SR 1.5 mg like thiazides, may decrease arterial responsiveness to norepinephrine. Lithium: In general, diuretics should not be given concomitantly with lithium because they reduce its renal clearance and add a high risk of lithium toxicity.

Contraindications

This drug must not be taken in the following conditions: Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides Severe renal failure Hepatic encephalopathy or severe hepatic failure Hypokalaemia

Side Effects of Xelix SR 1.5 mg

Side effects of Xelix SR 1.5 mg include headache, anorexia, gastric irritation,nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea etc.

Pregnancy & Lactation

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women and so Xelix SR 1.5 mg is not recommended. Mothers taking Xelix SR 1.5 mg should not breast feed.

Precautions & Warnings

Monitoring of potassium and uric acid serum levels is recommended, especially in subjects with a predisposition or sensitivity to hypokalemia and in patients with gout. Although no allergic manifestations have been reported during clinical trials, patients with a history of allergy to sulfonamide derivatives should be closely monitored.

Overdose Effects of Xelix SR 1.5 mg

Symptoms: These could include: allergies, skin rashes, epigastric pain, nausea, photosensitivity, dizziness, weakness and paraesthesia.Treatment: Treatment is supportive and symptomatic, directed at correcting the electrolyte abnormalities.

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from light and moisture.

Drug Classes

Thiazide diuretics & related drugs

Mode Of Action

Pregnancy

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women and so Xelix SR 1.5 mg is not recommended. Mothers taking Xelix SR 1.5 mg should not breast feed.

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