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What is Aldactazide and why is it prescribed? Aldactazide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other conditions that require the elimination of excess fluid from the body. These conditions include congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, and kidney disease. Aldactazide combines two diuretic drugs that help your body produce and eliminate more urine. Spironolactone, one of the ingredients, helps to minimize the potassium loss that can be caused by the hydrochlorothiazide component. If you have high blood pressure, you must take Aldactazide regularly for it to be effective. Aldactazide does not cure high blood pressure but it keeps it under control. How should you take Aldactazide? Follow your doctors directions for taking Aldactazide. Stopping Aldactazide suddenly could cause your condition to worsen. If you miss a dose take it 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. Store Aldactazide at room temperature. Are there any Aldactazide side effects? Aldactazide side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Aldactazide side effects may include abdominal cramps, breast development in males, change in potassium levels (leading to such symptoms as dry mouth, excessive thirst, weak or irregular heartbeat, and muscle pain or cramps), deepening of the voice, diarrhea, dizziness, dizziness on rising, drowsiness, excessive hairiness, fever, headache, hives, inflammation of blood vessels or lymph vessels, inflammation of the pancreas, irregular menstruation, kidney problems, lack of coordination, liver problems, loss of appetite, mental confusion, muscle spasms, nausea, postmenopausal bleeding, rash, red or purple spots on skin, restlessness, sensitivity to light, severe allergic reaction, sexual dysfunction, sluggishness, stomach bleeding, stomach inflammation, stomach ulcers, tingling or pins and needles, vertigo, vomiting, weakness, yellow eyes and skin, and yellow vision. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Aldactazide? If Aldactazide is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Aldactazide with ACE-inhibitor blood pressure drugs (such as Vasotec), Alcohol, Antigout medications (such as Zyloprim), Barbiturates (such as phenobarbital and Seconal), Digoxin (Lanoxin), Diuretics (such as Lasix and Midamor), Insulin or oral antidiabetic drugs (such as Micronase), Lithium (Lithonate), Narcotic drugs (such as those containing codeine), Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as Advil, Aleve, and Motrin), Norepinephrine (Levophed), Potassium supplements (such as Slow-K), or Steroids (such as prednisone). Are there any special warnings about Aldactazide? Aldactazide should be used only if your doctor has determined that the precise amount of each ingredient in Aldactazide meets your specific needs. Drugs such as the hydrochlorothiazide component of Aldactazide have been known to trigger gout and allergic reactions. They can also raise your blood sugar levels. Potassium supplements or diuretics that leave high levels of potassium in your body should not be used while taking Aldactazide, unless specifically recommended by your doctor. Symptoms of excess potassium include tingling sensations, fatigue, muscle weakness or paralysis, and a slow heartbeat. If you develop these problems, call your doctor immediately. If you are taking an ACE-inhibitor type of blood pressure medication such as Vasotec, this drug should be used with extreme caution. If you have liver or kidney disease or lupus erythematosus, Aldactazide should be used with caution. Excessive sweating, severe diarrhea, or vomiting could cause you to lose too much water and cause your blood pressure to become too low. Signs of dehydration include thirst, dry mouth, weakness, drowsiness, muscle fatigue, muscle cramps, restlessness, reduced urination, and a rapid heartbeat. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids whenever dehydration threatens, and be careful when exercising in hot weather. Notify your doctor or dentist that you are taking Aldactazide if you have a medical emergency, and before you have surgery or dental treatment. |
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