Hyponat O 15mg Tablet

USES OF HYPONAT-O TABLET
Treatment of Low levels of sodium in the blood
BENEFITS OF HYPONAT-O TABLET
In Treatment of Low levels of sodium in the blood
Low levels of sodium may be caused due to multiple reasons such as excess of body fluids, heart disease, and kidney problems. There may be many symptoms such as nausea, headache confusion and the person may even need to get hospitalized. Hyponat-O 15 Tablet helps to get rid of the excess fluids and retains sodium in the blood. This restores the normal sodium levels in our body and prevents further complications such as memory loss.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HYPONAT-O TABLET
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
Common side effects of Hyponat-O
Frequent urge to urinate
Nocturia (increased urge to urinate during the night)
Dryness in mouth
Increased thirst
Constipation
FAQs
Q. What is the most important information I need to be aware of while taking Hyponat-O 15 Tablet?
Hyponat-O 15 Tablet may cause the level of sodium in your blood to increase too quickly. This quick increase in sodium levels [osmotic demyelination syndrome (ODS)] may cause serious nerve damage, which can further cause coma and even death. The symptoms of ODS could be trouble in speaking, trouble in swallowing or a feeling of food or liquid getting stuck while swallowing, drowsiness, confusion, mood changes, fits, trouble controlling body movement (involuntary movement) and weakness in muscles of the arms and legs.
Q. For how long do I need to take Hyponat-O 15 Tablet?
Hyponat-O 15 Tablet is used for correction of sodium levels in blood. Though the dose and duration are prescribed by the doctor, Hyponat-O 15 Tablet should not be taken for more than 30 days. Once the sodium levels return to normal, it can be stopped after talking to the doctor.
Q. Does Hyponat-O 15 Tablet affect the sugar levels in blood?
Yes, Hyponat-O 15 Tablet may increase the blood sugar levels. Therefore, patients with diabetes mellitus need to be extra careful while taking Hyponat-O 15 Tablet and should keep a check on blood sugar levels regularly.
Q. Who should not take Hyponat-O 15 Tablet?
You should not take Hyponat-O 15 Tablet if you have low sodium levels, cannot replace fluids by drinking or if you cannot tell when you are thirsty, dizzy or feeling faint or if your kidneys are not working properly because of excessive loss of fluids. You should also avoid Hyponat-O 15 Tablet if your body is not able to make urine, you are allergic to Hyponat-O 15 Tablet or if you are on certain medicines which interfere with the working of Hyponat-O 15 Tablet.
Q. Can I have grapefruit juice while taking Hyponat-O 15 Tablet?
No, you should not take grapefruit or grapefruit juice while on Hyponat-O 15 Tablet. The reason being, grapefruit or grapefruit juice may increase the levels of Hyponat-O 15 Tablet in your blood and your sodium levels may rise too quickly.
Q. What will happen if I take excess of Hyponat-O 15 Tablet?
You may need urgent medical attention. Call your doctor or seek emergency service at a nearby hospital. Symptoms of taking too much Tolvaptan may include thirst, dry and flaky skin, sunken eyes, rapid heartbeat, rapid and shallow breathing, very low blood pressure, passing more urine than normal and fainting.