Capozide 50mg/25mg tablet

Introduction

Expert Advice

Avoid this medication if:

• You are allergic to this medicine or its contents.

Consult your doctor if:

• You are pregnant, planning to have a child, or breastfeeding.
• You have a medical history of liver disease, kidney disease.
• Your symptoms are getting worse.

Take the medicine an hour before meals (on an empty stomach), in the dosage prescribed. Try to take it on the same time every day, regularly.

Avoid performing a task that requires alertness, such as driving etc. Also avoid foods with a lot of potassium such as bananas and broccoli.

Inform your doctor if your lips, face, tongue or throat becomes swollen. Also inform your doctor right away if you notice any of the rare side effects (liver problems, kidney problems,

Before any surgical or dental procedure, inform the doctor/dentist that you are taking this medicine.

Be careful about sudden changes in position, and try to get up slowly when lying down. This may cause dizziness. 

Primary Uses

Indications

This medicine is used to treat mild to moderate hypertension (high blood pressure) as an adjunct to thiazide diuretics.

Side Effects

The use of this medicine is associated with side effects such as neutropenia (low levels of white blood cells), hypotension (low blood pressure), rash or loss of taste.

Contraindications

This medicine is not recommended to be used in patients with aortic stenosis (narrowing of aortic valve) and kidney impairment.

FAQS

Will this drug cause bleeding, or thinning of the blood?

This drug will not change bleeding tendency, or cause bleeding.

Will this drug cause changes in mood, body temperature, or energy?

Tiredness, and cold hands and feet are possible side effects of this drug.

Will this drug cause dizziness or headaches?

Headaches and dizziness are common and possible side effects of this medicine. To prevent dizziness, try to avoid getting up abruptly when you are lying down, or any other sudden movements. Avoid activities that require alertness such as driving etc.

Can I stop taking this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

This medicine should not be stopped unless your doctor recommends it, and it should not be stopped abruptly. Kindly follow the instructions of your physician regarding how and when to stop taking this drug.

What is hydrochlorothiazide and how does it work?

It is a diuretic which helps to lower the blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from your body. It also relaxes the blood vessels and improves blood flow. It is also used to treat excessive accumulation of fluid in the body.

Is this medicine a statin?

No. This medicine is a derivative of chlorothiazide.

Is this drug bad for my kidneys?

No this drug is safe to use in kidneys. Consult your doctor if you have any kidney disease, he will alter the dosage of this medicine accordingly.

When is the right time to take this medicine?

It advised to take this medicine with breakfast in the morning to avoid excessive urination at night.

Can I use this medicine during pregnancy?

Yes, you may use this drug in pregnancy but with your doctor’s advice.

Is this medicine safe to use in breast-feeding?

No, this medicine is not recommended for use during lactation.

I have diabetes, can I use this medication?

This medicine increases blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. It is therefore advised to use this drug cautiously and upon doctor’s advice only. Regular glucose monitoring is necessary with the use of this drug.

Can this medicine be used if I have a liver failure?

This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from any liver disease. If you experience any symptoms of jaundice please consult your doctor.