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Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER

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Product introduction

Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It also removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body.

Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It makes you lose excess water through urine, hence try to take it at day time or 4 hours before bedtime to avoid frequent urination at night. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

Nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, headache, and dizziness are some common side effects of this medicine. Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine. This medicine should be used along with lifestyle changes like a healthy diet, regular exercise and smoking cessation for best results. You are advised to drink plenty of fluids to overcome mouth dryness and extreme thirst.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant if you have ever had any problems with your blood circulation or have liver or kidney problems. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.


Uses of Meto 3D Tablet ER

Benefits of Meto 3D Tablet ER

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a long-term condition where the force of blood against the artery walls is consistently too high, which can strain the heart and damage blood vessels over time. Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER helps lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, reducing the heart’s workload, and removing excess fluid from the body. It controls blood pressure, lowers the risk of serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems, supporting overall heart and vascular health.

Side effects of Meto 3D Tablet ER

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

Common side effects of Meto 3D

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Upset stomach
  • Headache
  • Increased blood lipid level
  • Slow heart rate
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Dizziness
  • Cold extremities
  • Numbness of extremity

How to use Meto 3D Tablet ER

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. Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Meto 3D Tablet ER works

Chlorthalidone is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body through urine. Over time, it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow. Metoprolol Succinate is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate, while Telmisartan is a calcium channel blocker which works by blocking the hormone angiotensin to further relax blood vessels.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is not recommended in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Meto 3D Tablet ER?

If you miss a dose of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER, 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.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
  • It may cause more frequent urination. Take it at least 4 hrs before bedtime to avoid waking up to urinate.
  • It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
  • It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
  •  Do not stop taking Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER suddenly without talking to your doctor.
  • You have been prescribed Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
  • It may cause more frequent urination. Take it at least 4 hrs before bedtime to avoid waking up to urinate.
  • It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
  • It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and Inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
  •  Do not stop taking Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER suddenly without talking to your doctor.

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Patient concerns

I am a patient of hypertension
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.
Some times I had lot of hypertension
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.

FAQs

What is Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER used for?

Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is used to treat high blood pressure (essential hypertension), especially in patients who also have stable coronary artery disease. Controlling blood pressure lowers the risk of stroke, heart attack, kidney disease, and other complications.

Who should not take Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER?

People should not take Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER if they are allergic to telmisartan, chlorthalidone, metoprolol, or any other ingredients present in it, cannot pass urine (anuria), have severe heart rhythm problems, or have untreated heart failure.

What are the serious side effects of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER?

Serious side effects of Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may include severe dizziness, fainting, very slow heartbeat, chest pain, trouble breathing, swelling of the face or throat, jaundice (yellowing of eyes/skin), or signs of kidney problems such as reduced urination. Seek urgent medical help if you notice any of these symptoms.

Can Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER affect my kidneys?

Yes. Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may affect kidney function, especially in people with severe kidney disease, dehydration, heart failure, or those taking other medicines that act on the kidneys. Your doctor may monitor kidney function and other blood tests.

Does Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER cause electrolyte imbalance?

Yes. Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER may cause imbalance of potassium, sodium, or uric acid levels in the blood. Your doctor may check your blood electrolytes regularly.

Can people with liver problems take Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER?

Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER is not recommended in severe liver disease or bile duct blockage. In milder cases, Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER treatment should be started carefully and under close medical supervision.

Can I suddenly stop taking Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER if I start to feel better?

No. Stopping Meto 3D 12.5mg/25mg/40mg Tablet ER suddenly, even if you feel better, may cause dangerous spikes in blood pressure, may worsen chest pain, or trigger a heart attack. Always consult your doctor before stopping this medicine.
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