DESCRIPTION

Bilos 25 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes. Bilos 25 Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food during the day or at night. However, try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use. Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients and has few side effects. Dizziness, particularly after the first dose, is known to occur in some people. This may be associated with headaches. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Bilos 25 Tablet lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. In Treatment of Heart failure Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Bilos 25 Tablet lowers your blood pressure which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and is, therefore, an effective treatment for heart failure. This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better. In Prevention of heart attack and stroke Bilos 25 Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Keep taking this medicine regularly.

USE OF

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) | Treatment of Heart failure | Prevention of heart attack and stroke

BENEFITS

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. Bilos 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Biphenyls derivatives|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::CARDIAC|Action Class::Angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB)

HOW TO USE

Bilos 25 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes the blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : UNSAFE – It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bilos 25 Tablet. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Bilos 25 Tablet 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 : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Bilos 25 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. – Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether Bilos 25 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. – Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Bilos 25 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Bilos 25 Tablet is recommended. However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment. – Liver : CAUTION – Bilos 25 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bilos 25 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Bilos 25 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Bilos 25 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Decreased blood pressure | Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level) | Increased potassium level in blood | Increased blood urea

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

UNSAFE

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LIVER INTERACTION

CAUTION

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FAQ

Q. Can I feel dizzy after taking Bilos 25 Tablet?::: Yes, the use of Bilos 25 Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.| Q. Is Bilos 25 Tablet a good blood pressure medicine?::: Bilos 25 Tablet is used by many people for reducing blood pressure levels. This medicine generally has very few side effects. In addition to lowering blood pressure, it also protects kidney function in high blood pressure patients having diabetes and impaired kidney function (diabetic nephropathy). It is also used to treat chronic heart failure when treatment with other medicines fails to prove effective. It also helps to decrease the risk of stroke in patients who are hypertensive and have thicker left ventricle (heart chamber).| Q. What are some of the lifestyle changes I should make while using Bilos 25 Tablet?::: Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Bilos 25 Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Bilos 25 Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.| Q. For how long do I need to take Bilos 25 Tablet?::: You may have to take Bilos 25 Tablet for a long term, even life long. Bilos 25 Tablet only controls blood pressure but does not cure it. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Bilos 25 Tablet, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.| Q. Does Bilos 25 Tablet cause weight gain?::: No, Bilos 25 Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, if the medicine starts affecting your kidney function then your body may swell due to the accumulation of water, resulting in weight gain. Call your doctor if you experience unexplained weight gain or swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands.| Q. What are the long-term side effects of Bilos 25 Tablet?::: Long-term use of Bilos 25 Tablet is generally considered to be safe. However, in some cases, long-term use of Bilos 25 Tablet may adversely affect the functioning of the kidneys. Therefore, the doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to keep a track of how well the kidneys are working.| Q. Is Bilos 25 Tablet bad for the kidneys?::: Yes, Bilos 25 Tablet may impair the kidney function of patients, especially those who have severe heart failure, chronic kidney disease, or narrow or blocked blood vessels that lead to the kidneys (renal artery stenosis). It may also affect kidney function in patients who have experienced severe fluid loss or dehydration due to vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive use of diuretics. Therefore, Bilos 25 Tablet should be used cautiously in these patients and their kidney function should be regularly monitored.| Q. How long does Bilos 25 Tablet take to work?::: The blood pressure-lowering effect of Bilos 25 Tablet can be seen after about 6 hours of taking it. The effect of the medicine lasts for about 24 hours. However, you may have to take the medicine for about 3-6 weeks to see the full benefits.| Q. When and how should Bilos 25 Tablet be taken?::: Take Bilos 25 Tablet exactly as per your doctorÕs advice. Bilos 25 Tablet tablets are meant for oral intake. Swallow the tablet with water. You can take it with or without food. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for. It is recommended that you take your first dose before bedtime, as it can make you dizzy. After taking the first dose, you can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.| Q. What is the most important information that I need to know about Bilos 25 Tablet?::: Taking Bilos 25 Tablet during the last 6 months of pregnancy can cause serious harm or even endanger the life of the unborn baby. Hence, it is important to inform the doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while taking Bilos 25 Tablet, stop taking Bilos 25 Tablet and call your doctor immediately.

DISCLAIMER

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