The more common side effects that can occur with hydrochlorothiazide include blood pressure that is lower than normal (especially when standing up after sitting or lying down), dizziness (feeling like sleeping), headache, and weakness.
hyrdrochlorothiazide
This medication is used for lowering blood pressure in hypertensive (increased blood pressure) patients and for treating edema (excess fluid in the body) associated with heart disease. It can also be used to treat Nephrotic Syndrome.
Contradications
This medicine is contraindicated in patients suffering from renal (kidney) decompensation and anuria (non-passage of urine).
Side effects
Patients administered with this medicine may experience anorexia (eating disorder characterized by abnormally low body weight) and epigastric distress (pain right below ribs, in the upper abdomen (stomach area).
Expert Advice
- Take with meals.
- Change position slowly.
- Include potassium rich foods in diet such as bananas and orange juice.
- If you have diabetes, check blood sugar level regularly and inform prescriber about changes.
FAQs
What are the most common side effects of this medicine?
What is the best time of day to take this medicine?
If you are to take a single dose a day, take it in the morning after breakfast. If you are to take more than one dose a day, take the last dose no later than 6 p.m., unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Does hydrochlorothiazide make you urinate a lot?
Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of medicine known as diuretics/water pills. It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medicine also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease.
Can I drink any alcohol at all while taking this medicine?
Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
How long does it take for this medicine to start working?
Pharmacological effects begin in about 2 hours after an oral dose, peaks in 4 hours, and lasts for about 6 to 12 hours.
