Tolvaptan is a drug used to treat low sodium levels in heart failure patients. It is also used to prevent or slow down the growth of renal cysts and thereby preserve kidney function.
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Do I need to start taking tablet Tolvaptan for polycystic kidney disease?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a hypertensive patient with a blood pressure range of 125/90 mm of Hg. I am using medications and made lifestyle changes for two years. I have been using tablet Micardis 40 mg for a week and yet to start tablet Tolvaptan. I have used tablet Concor COR 2.5 mg in the past. Also, I a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have seen your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Tablet Telmisartan 40 mg can be taken as your blood pressure is 119/98 mm of Hg. However, as a young person, you must target your blood pressure to 110/70 mm ... Read Full »