Fortius tablet 20mg

Fortius Tablet 20mg is a prescription medication primarily used in the treatment of a variety of conditions, including hypertension (high blood pressure), angina (heart-related chest pain), and certain types of cardiac arrhythmias. It belongs to the class of medications known as beta-blockers, which work by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, like adrenaline, on the heart and blood vessels.

Formula:

(Rosuvastatin)

Fortius 20mg tablets contain the active ingredient Propranolol Hydrochloride, a non-selective beta-blocker. The other ingredients may include microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, and magnesium stearate.

Uses:

Some important uses are:

• Hypertension: Helps in the management of high blood pressure.
• Angina: Alleviates heart-related chest pain.
• Arrhythmia: Useful in controlling specific irregular heart rhythms.
• Heart Attack: Used as a preventive measure post-heart attack.
• Migraines: Can be used for the prevention of migraines.
• Tremors: Helps in controlling shaking or trembling.
• Anxiety: Can be used for the management of the physical symptoms of anxiety.
• Hyperthyroidism: Used to control symptoms during thyroid storm.
• Portal Hypertension: Helps in reducing the high blood pressure in the portal vein.
• Pheochromocytoma: Used as a preoperative measure to control symptoms.

Uses in Urdu:

ہائی بلڈ پریشر: ہائی بلڈ پریشر کے انتظام میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
انجائنا: دل سے متعلق سینے کے درد کو دور کرتا ہے۔
اریتھمیا: دل کی مخصوص بے قاعدہ تالوں کو کنٹرول کرنے میں مفید ہے۔
ہارٹ اٹیک: ہارٹ اٹیک کے بعد احتیاطی تدابیر کے طور پر استعمال کیا جاتا ہے۔
درد شقیقہ: مائگرین کی روک تھام کے لیے استعمال کیا جا سکتا ہے۔
جھٹکے: لرزنے یا کانپنے پر قابو پانے میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
اضطراب: اضطراب کی جسمانی علامات کے انتظام کے لیے استعمال کیا جا سکتا ہے۔
تھائیرائیڈ طوفان کے دوران علامات کو کنٹرول کرنے کے لیے استعمال کیا جاتا ہے۔ :Hyperthyroidism
پورٹل ہائی بلڈ پریشر: پورٹل رگ میں ہائی بلڈ پریشر کو کم کرنے میں مدد کرتا ہے۔
علامات کو کنٹرول کرنے کے لیے پیشگی اقدام کے طور پر استعمال کیا جاتا ہے۔ :Pheochromocytoma

Side effects:

While the Fortius tablet is usually well tolerated, it can cause some side effects, including:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fatigue or weakness
• Cold hands or feet
• Upset stomach or nausea
• Sleep disturbances or nightmares
• Slow heart rate
• Shortness of breath
• Depression
• Memory problems or confusion
• Erectile dysfunction

Dosage:

Depending on the patient’s condition and how they respond to the drug, the Fortius Tablet 20mg dosage and length of therapy will vary. Typically, it is taken once or twice a day, with or without meals. With a glass of water, the tablet should be eaten whole.

Precautions:

Before starting treatment, inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, any allergies, and your medical history. It’s particularly important to mention conditions like asthma, heart failure, or diabetes. It’s advised not to stop the medication abruptly without consulting your doctor as this could lead to adverse effects.

Warnings:

Fortius Tablet 20mg should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless necessary and only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the baby. It should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases, severe renal impairment, or heart failure. This medication may cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you experience this side effect. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate may be needed while taking this medicine.

Price in Pakistan:

Fortius Tablet 20mg available price in Pakistan is Rs/412.00