Chlorthalidone Tablet: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Drug Name
Chlorthalidone Tablet
Generic Name
Chlorthalidone
Drug Class
Thiazide-like Diuretic
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension) and fluid retention (edema)
Benefits
Helps lower blood pressure and reduces excess salt and fluid in the body
Side Effects
Increased urination, dizziness, low sodium, low potassium, dehydration, weakness and increased uric acid
Common Strengths 6.25 mg, 12.5 mg, 25 mg and 50 mg
Dosage
Dose depends on the condition and patient response; commonly started at a low dose for hypertension
How to Take
Usually taken once daily, preferably in the morning, with or without food
How It Works
Increases the excretion of sodium and water by the kidneys, reducing fluid volume and helping lower blood pressure
Monitoring
Blood pressure, kidney function and electrolytes such as sodium and potassium may require monitoring
Important
Do not change the dose or stop treatment without medical advice
🧪 Electrolyte Warning:
Chlorthalidone may lower sodium and potassium levels and can cause other electrolyte changes. Your doctor may recommend blood tests during treatment.
Chlorthalidone may lower sodium and potassium levels and can cause other electrolyte changes. Your doctor may recommend blood tests during treatment.
💧 Dehydration Warning:
Chlorthalidone increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness, weakness or low blood pressure, especially during hot weather or illness causing vomiting or diarrhea.
Chlorthalidone increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness, weakness or low blood pressure, especially during hot weather or illness causing vomiting or diarrhea.
🦶 Uric Acid Warning:
Chlorthalidone can increase uric acid levels in some people and may worsen gout. Tell your healthcare professional if you have a history of gout or develop sudden painful, swollen joints.
Chlorthalidone can increase uric acid levels in some people and may worsen gout. Tell your healthcare professional if you have a history of gout or develop sudden painful, swollen joints.
🤰 Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking chlorthalidone.
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking chlorthalidone.