Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Composition of Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Aquazide 12.5 Tablet contains Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg). It belongs to the Thiazide diuretic class of medicines.

Uses of Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Treatment of fluid retention/edema associated with heart failure
• liver disease or kidney disorders

Key benefits

• Helps lower high blood pressure
• Reduces swelling due to fluid retention (edema)
• Decreases workload on the heart in fluid overload
• Helps prevent complications of uncontrolled hypertension (as prescribed)

How Aquazide 12.5 Tablet works

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It works by increasing the excretion of sodium and water from the kidneys, which reduces fluid overload and lowers blood pressure. It may also reduce peripheral vascular resistance over time.

How to take Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Take as directed by your doctor, usually once daily (preferably in the morning). It may be taken with or without food; taking it earlier in the day helps avoid nighttime urination. Do not stop abruptly without medical advice; monitor blood pressure and electrolytes as advised.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Aquazide 12.5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe dehydration, a sharp fall in blood pressure and dangerous salt imbalances. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Most side effects of Aquazide are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Increased urination
• dizziness
• headache
• weakness
• nausea
• low potassium
• low sodium
• dehydration
• increased blood uric acid
• increased blood sugar

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

May cause electrolyte imbalance (low potassium/sodium/magnesium) and dehydration; periodic blood tests may be needed. Use with caution in kidney or liver disease, diabetes, gout/hyperuricemia, and in elderly patients. Can cause dizziness—avoid driving if affected. May increase sensitivity to sunlight; use sunscreen. Seek medical help for severe rash, fainting, muscle cramps, irregular heartbeat, or markedly reduced urination.

Do not take Aquazide if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people who are unable to pass urine, or who are severely dehydrated.

Interactions with other medicines

Lithium (increased toxicity), NSAIDs (reduced antihypertensive/diuretic effect, kidney risk), other antihypertensives (additive BP lowering), corticosteroids/amphotericin B (increased hypokalemia), digoxin (arrhythmia risk with low potassium), antidiabetic medicines/insulin (may alter glucose control), cholestyramine/colestipol (reduced absorption), alcohol (increased dizziness)

How to store Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), in a dry place, protected from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Aquazide 12.5 Tablet

Aquazide 12.5 Tablet helps lower blood pressure and also removes excess water from your body. Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you. Avoid alcohol intake while taking Aquazide 12.5 Tablet as it may increase the dizziness. It may cause a sudden drop of sodium level in blood. Avoid low sodium diet while you are taking this medication. Monitor your blood pressure after starting Aquazide 12.5 Tablet, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down. Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive, Diuretic

Drug class:

Thiazide diuretic

Chemical class:

Benzothiadiazines (Thiazides)