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Drug information on Mela (Metolazone) from RPG Life Sciences Ltd

Mela   Tablet   RPG Life Sciences Ltd Generic : Metolazone	49.00 2.5mg 10 Tablets

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Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on May 03, 2011

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Diabetes and Hypertension

High Blood Pressure

•   Heart : Cold extremities, swelling, low blood pressure and palpitations.

•   Central Nervous System : Anxiety, depression, dry mouth, impotence, nervousness, weakness and “weird” feeling.

•   Skin : Itching, rash and skin dryness.

•   Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat : Cough, nose bleed, eye itching, sinus congestion, sore throat and ringing in the ears.

•   Gastrointestinal : Abdominal discomfort (pain, bloating), bitter taste, constipation, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.

•   Genitourinary : Night-time urination.

•   Musculoskeletal : Back pain.

PO- Adults- The recommended dose range is 2.5 – 10 mg/day.

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

Contraindicated in patients with anuria (absence of urination), liver damage, and hypersensitivity.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lupus, kidney or liver disease, low blood mineral levels, gout, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight.

• Monitor liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it at controlled room temperature (25°C).