Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

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Generic Name : Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone

Pronunciation : hye droe klor oh thye' a zide- speer on oh lak' tone

ICD Code : Y54.5 Therapeutic Classification : Diuretics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone

International :

Aldactazide, Spironazide, Spirozide

Why is Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone Prescribed? (Indications)

This combination medication contains potassium-sparing diuretic and thiazide diuretic, prescribed for essential hypertension and fluid retention caused by various conditions, including heart disease.

When should Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with anuria, acute kidney impairment and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone?

Po- The recommended dose is 100mg (Hydrochlorothiazide 100mg and Spironolactone 100mg) in a single dose or in divided dose.

How should Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with diabetes, gout, kidney or liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight; otherwise it may cause sunburn.

• It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly.

• Monitor liver function, kidney function, lung function, blood pressure, blood electrolytes and fasting blood glucose levels regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Hydrochlorothiazide and Spironolactone?

Body as a whole - Weakness.
Heart - Low blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal - Inflammation of pancreas, jaundice, diarrhea, vomiting, cramping, constipation, gastric irritation, nausea and loss of appetite.
Blood - Anemia and decrease in white blood cells/platelets.
Hypersensitivity - Shock, respiratory distress including lung inflammation/swelling, photosensitivity, fever, hives, rash and bruising.
Metabolic - Electrolyte imbalance.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle spasm.
Central Nervous system - Vertigo, tingling, dizziness, headache and restlessness.
Genitourinary - Kidney failure.
Skin - Redness and itching.
Eye - Blurred vision.