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CT Don Benefits & Uses

CT Don is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Edema

Other Benefits

Heart Failure
Swelling during Pregnancy

CT Don Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

CT Don Related Warnings

Is the use of CT Don safe for pregnant women?

CT Don rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of CT Don safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take CT Don as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of CT Don on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of CT Don on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of CT Don on the Liver?

CT Don may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of CT Don on the Heart?

CT Don may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of CT Don with Other Drugs

CT Don should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Saxagliptin

Omeprazole

CT Don Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take CT Don unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about CT Don

Is this CT Don habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of CT Don has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking CT Don, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as CT Don can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume CT Don only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of CT Don in mental disorders is not effective.

No

CT Don Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and CT Don

Taking CT Don with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and CT Don

Taking alcohol with CT Don can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about CT Don

Question about 5 years ago

Does CT Don cause itching or rashes?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, CT Don may cause itching or rashes but it occurs rarely. If you experience excessive rashes or itching then consult it with your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does CT Don work?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

CT Don works by increasing the rate of urine formation by inhibiting the sodium and potassium reabsorption in the kidney, this causes more frequent urination than normal. The increased flow of urination leads to a decrease in blood volume that helps in the relaxation of the walls of blood vessels and this results in a decrease in blood pressure.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take CT Don?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Take CT Don as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is CT Don?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

CT Don is a brand name of chlorthalidone and it is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the class of drugs known as thiazide diuretics. CT Don is a prescription drug that is used in hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduces swelling of liver and kidney due to excess accumulation of fluid.