Question 1

What is Hydrochlorothiazide used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension), swelling of the body (edema) from heart failure, kidney problems, or liver disease, water retention

Question 2

How do you take Hydrochlorothiazide?

Accepted Answer

For high blood pressure, the usual adult dose is one 25 mg tablet once daily in the morning. Your doctor may increase it to 50 mg if needed. Take it in the morning so you are not waking up at night to urinate. You can take it with or without food, but taking it with food can reduce stomach upset.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Hydrochlorothiazide?

Accepted Answer

Passing urine more often than usual (especially in the first few days), dizziness or lightheadedness when you stand up quickly, feeling weak or tired, muscle cramps, increased thirst

Question 4

Who should not take Hydrochlorothiazide?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to hydrochlorothiazide or sulfonamide drugs, those who cannot pass urine (anuria), people with severely low potassium or sodium levels, and those with severe kidney or liver failure should not take this drug.

Question 5

Is Hydrochlorothiazide safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Hydrochlorothiazide is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor for a safer alternative if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing a baby.

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