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Methyclothiazide
Latest prescription information about Methyclothiazide. 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 : Methyclothiazide
Pronunciation : meth i kloe thye’ a zide
Trade Name(s):
International- Enduron, Aquatensen. This medication is a diuretic, prescribed for high blood pressure and fluid retention. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- The usual adult dose ranges from 2.5 mg to 10 mg once daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, gout, kidney, liver, thyroid or parathyroid disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Avoid exposure to sunlight. Side Effects : Body as a Whole - Headache, cramping and weakness. Heart - Low blood pressure. Gastrointestinal - Inflammation of pancreas, jaundice, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, gastric irritation, constipation and loss of appetite. Blood - Anemia, decrease in white blood cells and platelets. Hypersensitivity - Respiratory distress, lung swelling, fever, bleeding, hives, rash and photosensitivity. Metabolic - Increased blood sugar, elevated uric acid in blood and fluid imbalance. Central Nervous System - Unsteadiness, dizziness, tingling, muscle spasm and restlessness. Eye - Transient blurred vision. Genitourinary - Presence of glucose in urine. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container. Keep away from children. |
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