Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet 1*10

Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps prevent migraines, future heart attacks, and strokes. Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency will depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken on an empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine, and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may worsen.

The main side effects of Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet are tiredness, headache, depression, diarrhea, rash, slow heart rate, feeling dizzy, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects, your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol, as it may increase certain side effects.

Uses of Kimet Tablet ER
Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Treatment of Arrhythmia
Prevention of Migraine
Prevention of Heart Attack and Stroke

Benefits of Kimet Tablet ER
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure): Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blockers. It works by blocking the effects of certain chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps it to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side effects of Kimet Tablet ER
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 include: Dizziness, Tiredness, Breathlessness, Headache, Slow heart rate, Nausea, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Depression, Rash, Diarrhea.

How to use Kimet Tablet ER
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. Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet with high-fat meals such as olive oil, nuts and seeds (Brazil nuts), dark chocolate, butter, and meat.

How Kimet Tablet ER works
Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet is a long-acting beta-blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. It prevents migraines by blocking stress hormones, stabilizing blood vessels, and calming nerve activity. This reduces sudden blood flow changes and physical stress, lowering migraine frequency and severity.

Safety Advice
Alcohol: Unsafe. It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet.
Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Breastfeeding: Safe if prescribed. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving: Unsafe. Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.
Kidney: Safe if prescribed. Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver: Caution. Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

What if you forget to take Kimet Tablet ER?
If you miss a dose of Kimet XL 12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.