Hydrochlorothiazide
Brand: Microzide
Common side effects
- Increased urination
- Low potassium
- Dizziness
- Elevated blood sugar
- Elevated uric acid
Key interactions & cautions
- NSAIDs reduce its effect
- May raise lithium levels
- Adds to other blood-pressure lowering drugs
- May worsen blood sugar control
Counseling points
- Take in the morning to avoid nighttime urination
- Rise slowly to reduce dizziness
- Report muscle cramps or weakness
- Use sunscreen for sun sensitivity
- Report severe rash or gout flare
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