POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET

Question 1

How does POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET work?

Accepted Answer

POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET helps in slowing down the heart rate, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Thereby, lowers blood pressure.

Question 2

What happens when the blood pressure is high?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the blood vessels of the heart, brain, kidney and might result in stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.

Question 3

Can I stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET on my own?

Accepted Answer

Do not stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET without consulting your doctor as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET.

Question 4

I have hyperthyroidism, can I take POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor before taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET if you have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) as it might mask the symptoms or make it difficult to recognise the signs of thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone in the body).

Question 5

Is it safe to take anti-diabetic medicines along with POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET?

Accepted Answer

Consult your doctor before taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET with anti-diabetic medicines as it might mask the signs of low blood sugar. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels while taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET is advised.

Question 6

Will I need to stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET before surgery?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor may probably ask you to stop taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET 24hours prior to the surgery, as it might lower blood pressure when combined with general anaesthesia. If you are due to have any surgery or are receiving an anaesthetic, inform the doctor that you are taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET.

Question 7

Can I take multivitamins with POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET?

Accepted Answer

Taking POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET along with multivitamin/multimineral supplements may decrease the effect of POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET. Therefore, maintain a gap of at least 2hours between both. However, you are advised to take POWERMET XL 25MG TABLET with other medicines only after consulting your doctor.

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