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Thiazide diuretics - oral

Chlorothiazide Usage: it medication is a 'water pill' (diuretic) that decreases the amount about water in body by increasing urination. it is used to decrease body fluid & swelling of the hands or feet (edema), & for high blood pressure.

How to use Chlorothiazide: Because this med increases urination, It's best taken early in the day. it drug may be taken by mouth with food or milk to reduce stomach upset.

Chlorothiazide side effects: this pill may cause dizziness and lightheadedness especially during first few days as your body adjusts to this. Rise slowly from a seated or lying position to minimize the dizziness or lightheadedness. Blurred vision, loss about appetite, itching, stomach upset, headache & weakness may also occur during initial therapy as your body adjusts to medication. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your pharmacist promptly. Inform you're doctor promptly if you develop: muscle cramps, weakness, pain, nausea, vomiting. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Chlorothiazide Precautions: Tell some your pharmacist your medical history, especially of: gout, diabetes, liver problems, urinary problems, any allergies (especially to sulfa medications). Thiazide diuretics may increase sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. If you become sun sensitive, use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. this med should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss risks & benefits with you're doctor. Thiazide diuretics appear at breast milk. Though there have been (to date) no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Chlorothiazide medication interactions: this medication isnot recommended since use with: dofetilide. Ask you're doctor or pharmacist for more following guide. Inform your doctor about every the medicines you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially if you take: lithium, digoxin, oral drugs used for diabetes, aspirin, NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), fluconazole. If you take colestipol or cholestyramine for high cholesterol, take diuretic 1 hour before or 4 hours after because about decreased absorption into bloodstream. Avoid any drugs that increase youre heart rate or make you excited like decongestants because this may counter-act your blood pressure medicine. Decongestants are commonly found in over the counter cough-and-cold products. Ask your pharmacist if you are uncertain of decongestants in over-the-counter products. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or healthcare professional approval.

Chlorothiazide Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unconsciousness, nausea/vomiting, weakness, slow or shallow breathing, dizziness, confusion, unusually slow heartbeat, seizures, drowsiness, or fainting.

Chlorothiazide special notes: don't share this pill with others. this medication may reduce potassium levels in your blood. Ask your doctor of increasing youre dietary potassium. Salt substitutes contain potassium & may be beneficial. sometimes a potassium supplement med will be prescribed by your physician.

If you missed Chlorothiazide dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; don't take if it is almost time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Chlorothiazide Storage: Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. don't store in the bathroom.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Thiazide Diuretics