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Hydrochlorothiazide Medication Information
Get detailed information on Hydrochlorothiazide, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Hydrochlorothiazide provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Hydrochlorothiazide Pronunciation : hye droe klor oh thye' a zide ICD Code : Y54.5 Therapeutic Classification : DiureticsTrade Names/Brand Names of Hydrochlorothiazide
India :
Ramistar-H (5mg/12.5mg) |
Tetan H |
Winpace -H |
Olmecip - Trio (20mg/12.5mg/5mg) |
Valent - H (80mg/12.5mg) |
Cardilol - H |
Telmitrac - H (40mg/12.5mg) |
Etela -H |
Telday -H |
Enapril -LD
International :
HydroDIURIL, Microzide
Why is Hydrochlorothiazide Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a thiazide diuretic, prescribed for high blood pressure (hypertension) and edema. It helps the kidneys to remove fluid from the body.When should Hydrochlorothiazide not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with urination problem, who are taking potassium-sparing agents and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Hydrochlorothiazide?
Adult- HTN- The recommended dose is 12.5 to 50 mg once daily.Edema- The recommended dose is 25-100 mg once daily or in divided doses.
How should Hydrochlorothiazide be taken?
It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with food.What are the warnings and precautions for Hydrochlorothiazide?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, gout, asthma or kidney, liver, thyroid disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• It may raise blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication.
• Monitor kidney function, blood pressure and electrolyte levels while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Hydrochlorothiazide?
Body as a whole - Weakness.Hypersensitivity - Rash, hives, shock and photosensitivity.
Heart - Abnormal heart rhythm and low blood pressure.
Metabolic - Increased sugar.
Gastrointestinal - Jaundice and/or liver enzyme abnormalities, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and abdominal pain.
Genitourinary - Kidney failure.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and anemia.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle cramps.
Central Nervous System - Weakness, fatigue, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, tingling and vertigo.
Miscellaneous - Impotence.
Eye - Blurred vision.
Respiratory - Lung swelling and respiratory distress.
Skin - Cell death.
