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Hydroflumethiazide
Latest prescription information about Hydroflumethiazide. 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 : Hydroflumethiazide
Trade Name(s):
International- Diucardin. This medication is a diuretic, prescribed for fluid retention and hypertension. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- Edema- The recommended dose is 50-100 mg/day. Max: 200 mg/day. HTN- Initial: The recommended dose is 12.5 mg/day. Usual: 25-50 mg/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 fluid and electrolyte disturbances, cirrhosis, gout, diabetes, elderly, heart, kidney or liver impairment, anuria, Addison's disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Monitor blood glucose level in patients taking anti-diabetic drugs. * It may cause blurred vision or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, stomach irritation, nausea, vomiting, cramping, diarrhea, constipation, jaundice, inflammation of pancreas, inflammation of salivary gland. Central Nervous System - Dizziness, fainting, tingling, headache and yellow vision. Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and platelets; bone marrow depression and anemia. Heart - Low blood pressure. Skin - Bruising, photosensitivity, rash, hives, skin death, fever, and anaphylactic reactions. Others - Fever, respiratory distress, increased blood sugar, muscle spasm, weakness, restlessness, transient blurred vision. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C). |
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