Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Drug Name
Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet
Generic Name
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
Drug Class
Thiazide Diuretic
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension) and fluid retention (edema)
Benefits
Helps lower blood pressure and remove excess salt and fluid from the body
Side Effects
Increased urination, dizziness, low potassium, low sodium, dehydration, weakness and increased uric acid
Common Strengths
12.5 mg, 25 mg and 50 mg
Dosage
Dose depends on the condition and individual response; lower doses are commonly used 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:
Hydrochlorothiazide can lower potassium and sodium levels and may cause other electrolyte changes. Your doctor may recommend blood tests during treatment.
Hydrochlorothiazide can lower potassium and sodium levels and may cause other electrolyte changes. Your doctor may recommend blood tests during treatment.
💧 Dehydration Warning:
Hydrochlorothiazide increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness, weakness or low blood pressure, particularly during hot weather or illness causing vomiting or diarrhea.
Hydrochlorothiazide increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness, weakness or low blood pressure, particularly during hot weather or illness causing vomiting or diarrhea.
🦶 Uric Acid & Gout Warning:
Hydrochlorothiazide may increase uric acid levels and can worsen gout in susceptible people. Tell your healthcare professional if you have a history of gout or develop sudden painful, swollen joints.
Hydrochlorothiazide may increase uric acid levels and can worsen gout in susceptible people. Tell your healthcare professional if you have a history of gout or develop sudden painful, swollen joints.
☀️ Sun Sensitivity:
Hydrochlorothiazide can increase sensitivity to sunlight. Use appropriate sun protection and report unusual or persistent skin changes to your healthcare professional.
Hydrochlorothiazide can increase sensitivity to sunlight. Use appropriate sun protection and report unusual or persistent skin changes to your healthcare professional.
🤰 Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking hydrochlorothiazide.
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking hydrochlorothiazide.