Q) Is AB PRIL 5MG TABLET safe? A) Yes, AB PRIL 5MG TABLET is Safe if it is used in the prescribed amount and as directed by your doctor.
Q) Does AB PRIL 5MG TABLET cure hypertension? A) AB PRIL 5MG TABLET is used in the treatment of hypertension. However, it only reduces high blood pressure but does not cure hypertension. It has to be taken regularly to maintain blood pressure levels.
Q) Does AB PRIL 5MG TABLET help anxiety? A) Yes, AB PRIL 5MG TABLET does help in treatment of anxiety to an extent. It is longer acting than other beta blockers and has fewer side effects. However, this drug is not the first line of choice for treating anxiety related disorders and problems.
Q) Can AB PRIL 5MG TABLET cause low blood pressure? A) As AB PRIL 5MG TABLET is primarily used to treat hypertension, but it may lower the blood pressure more than normal. Therefore, it is recommended to periodically check your blood pressure while taking AB PRIL 5MG TABLET specially in case of elderly patients.
Q) Does AB PRIL 5MG TABLET cause diabetes? A) No, taking AB PRIL 5MG TABLET does not lead to the onset of diabetes necessarily. But in few reported cases beta blockers increase blood glucose concentrations, which contributes to the spike in blood glucose levels in people taking AB PRIL 5MG TABLET or having diabetes already. Hence a regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is recommended along with treatment with AB PRIL 5MG TABLET. Consult your doctor if there is any change in your blood glucose levels.
Q) Can I take AB PRIL 5MG TABLET if I have asthma? A) You are strongly recommended to report and stop the medicine in case you experience wheezing, breathlessness and asthma. Speak with your doctor immediately.
Q) Can I have alcohol with AB PRIL 5MG TABLET? A) You are strongly recommended not to take alcohol with AB PRIL 5MG TABLET. Taking alcohol along with AB PRIL 5MG TABLET will lead to very unpleasant side effects, low blood pressure levels and may spike your blood glucose levels as well. If at all you are taking it, take it with caution and do not drive or engage in any physical activity which requires alertness.
