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Lonitab 10 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Lonitab 10 Tablet is a product of Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Minoxidil (10mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 703.13

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All Details About Lonitab 10 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Lonitab 10 Tablet

Description:

Lonitab 10 Tablet is a vasodilator used in the treatment of certain hypertension cases. It is generally used as a second-line treatment when other antihypertensive medicines have not been effective or are not suitable for a patient. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily.

Lonitab 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it in the exact dose and duration for as long as your doctor has prescribed for maximum benefits. Do not stop taking the medicine until you have finished the complete course. The effects are lost if the medication is stopped.

Some common side effects of this medicine include low blood pressure, headache, excessive hair growth, weight gain, fast heart rate, low platelet count, decreased white blood cells, and ECG changes. While on treatment with this medicine, the doctor may advise regular monitoring of its effects and adjust the dosage as needed.

Lonitab 10 Tablet may not be suitable for everyone. To make sure it is safe for you, let the doctor know about all the other medications you are taking. Let the doctor also know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Lonitab 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Lonitab

  • Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
  • Weight gain
  • Tachycardia
  • Hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Headache
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • ECG changes

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lonitab 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Lonitab 10 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Lonitab 10 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CAUTION
Lonitab 10 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to changes in blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lonitab 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Lonitab 10 Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

What is Lonitab 10 Tablet, and what is it used for?

Lonitab 10 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as potassium channel openers. It helps relax blood vessels. Broadning peripheral blood vessels will decrease blood pressure. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump blood and helps in the treatment of certain hypertension cases.

Can I stop taking Lonitab 10 Tablet when my condition improves?

No, you should not stop taking Lonitab 10 Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Lonitab 10 Tablet suddenly, rebound hypertension may occur. Communicate to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.

How long does it take Lonitab 10 Tablet to start working?

Lonitab 10 Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 7 days.

For how long do I need to continue Lonitab 10 Tablet?

Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Lonitab 10 Tablet is generally prescribed for the long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.

What if somebody accidentally takes an excess of Lonitab 10 Tablet?

He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heartbeat.

Who should not use Lonitab 10 Tablet?

People who are allergic to Lonitab 10 Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Lonitab 10 Tablet. Increaseitionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Lonitab 10 Tablet or if you have low blood volume.

Can Lonitab 10 Tablet affect my sex life?

No, Lonitab 10 Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Lonitab 10 Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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