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Amiloride and Hydrochlorothiazide
Latest prescription information about Amiloride and Hydrochlorothiazide. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Amiloride and Hydrochlorothiazide
Pronunciation : a mill' oh ride - hye droe klor oh thye' a zide
Trade Name(s):
India- Amilochlor Tab , Biduret Tab , Biduret-L Tab. International- Moduretic. This combination medication contains diuretics, prescribed for hypertension and congestive heart failure. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- Per tab contains amiloride 5 mg and hydrochlorothiazide 50 mg: 1-2 tab/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of untreated salt/mineral imbalance (such as high potassium, low sodium level), kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, loss of water content in body (dehydration), lupus, gout, high levels of fat content in blood, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery, and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Body as a Whole - Headache, weakness and fatigue/tiredness. Heart - Irregular heart rate. Gastrointestinal - Nausea/loss of appetite, diarrhea, gastrointestinal pain and abdominal pain. Metabolic - Elevated serum potassium levels. Musculoskeletal - Leg pain. Nervous system - Dizziness. Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing. Skin - Rash and itching. * Avoid excess dosage. * Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may lead to increase level of potassium in blood. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (15-30°C), and in an airtight container. Keep away from children. |
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