It is advised to
take Starpress T 50-XL Tablet with food at a fixed time each day to
maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. Keep taking it for
as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop
this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no
symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping
active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy
diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s
advice while taking this medicine.
Some common side effects of
this medicine include headache, weakness, dizziness, decreased blood
pressure, increased potassium level in blood, orthostatic hypotension
(occasionally with syncope), breathlessness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal
pain, and fatigue. It is advised to avoid potassium rich food and
supplements while taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness, avoid
driving or rise slowly from the sitting position. You may be asked for
regular monitoring of blood pressure, blood sugar level, kidney
functioning, urea, or electrolytes level during the treatment.
Before
taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney
problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their
doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell
your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to
treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.