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Generic: Indapamide

Form: Tablet 1.5mg

Indication

Hypertension, Congestive heart failure

Administration

Should be taken with food.

Adult Dose

Oral Hypertension Adult: 1.25-2.5 mg once daily, alone or in conjunction with other antihypertensives. Oedema Adult: 2.5 mg once daily increased to 5 mg daily after 1 wk if needed.

Child Dose

Safety & efficacy not established

Contraindication

Anuria, severe hepatic impairment.

Mode of Action

Indapamide enhances excretion of sodium, chloride and water by interfering with the transport of sodium ions across the renal tubular epithelium.

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

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Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

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