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Lozide belongs to the group of medicines known as diuretics. It is commonly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Why is Lozide prescribed?
Lozide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure, either alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medications. Lozide is also used to relieve salt and fluid retention. During pregnancy, your doctor may prescribe Lozide to relieve fluid retention caused by a specific condition or when fluid retention causes extreme discomfort that is not relieved by rest.
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Most important fact about Lozide
If you have high blood pressure, you must take Lozide regularly for it to be effective. Since blood pressure declines gradually, it may be several weeks before you get the full benefit of Lozide; and you must continue taking it even if you are feeling well. Lozide does not cure high blood pressure; it merely keeps it under control.
How should you take Lozide?
Take Lozide exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Suddenly stopping Lozide could cause your condition to worsen. Lozide is best taken in the morning. --If you miss a dose...Take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. --Storage instructions...
Store Lozide at room temperature. Protect from excessive heat. Keep the container tightly closed.
What Lozide side effects may occur?
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any side effects develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor immediately. Only your doctor can determine whether it is safe to continue taking Lozide. Most side effects are mild and temporary.
More common side effects may include:
Agitation, anxiety, back pain, dizziness, headache, infection, irritability, muscle cramps or spasms, nasal inflammation, nervousness, numbness in hands and feet, pain, tension, weakness, fatigue, loss of energy or tiredness
Less common or rare side effects may include:
Abdominal pain or cramps, allergic reactions, blisters, blood disorders, blurred vision, bruises, chest pain, conjunctivitis, constipation, cough, depression, diarrhea, dizziness when standing up too quickly, drowsiness, dry mouth, excessive urination at night, fever, fluid retention, flu-like symptoms, flushing, fluttering heartbeat, frequent urination, hives, impotence or reduced sex drive, indigestion, inflamed lungs, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, itching, light-headedness, liver disorders, loss of appetite, nausea, nervousness, premature heart contractions, production of largeamounts of pale urine, rash, runny nose, sensitivity to light, sore throat, stomach irritation, tingling in hands and feet, vertigo, vomiting, weakness, weak or irregular heartbeat, weight loss
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Lozide
If Lozide is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Lozide with the following:
Lithium (Eskalith)
Norepinephrine (a drug used to treat cardiac arrest and to maintain blood pressure)
Other high blood pressure medications such as Aldomet and Tenormin
Special Lozide information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor immediately. No information is available about the safety of Lozide during pregnancy.
Lozide may appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If Lozide is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.
Recommended Lozide dosage
ADULTS
High Blood Pressure The usual starting dose is 1.25 milligrams as a single daily dose taken in the morning. If Lozide does not seem to be working for you, your doctor may gradually increase your dosage up to 5 milligrams taken once a day. Fluid Buildup in Congestive Heart Failure
The usual starting dose is 2.5 milligrams as a single daily dose taken in the morning. Your doctor may increase your dosage to 5 milligrams taken once daily.
Lozide Overdosage
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical treatment immediately.
Symptoms of Lozide overdose may include:
Electrolyte imbalance (potassium or salt depletion due to too much fluid loss), nausea, stomach disorders, vomiting, weakness
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