NORACTONE 25MG 30TABS

Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg tablets


What Hydrochlorothiazide is used for


Hydrochlorothiazide is used:



To treat high blood pressure (hypertension)

To treat water retention (edema) in your body.


Do not take Hydrochlorothiazide



If you’re allergic to the active substances or any other component of this medicine.

If you are unable to pass urine (anuria).

If you are taking Lithium.


Warnings and precautions


Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this medicine including:



If you are allergic to sulfonamide antibiotics or sulfonylureas.

If you have kidney problems.

If you have liver problems.

If you have heart problems.

If you have diabetes.

If you have a low blood pressure.

If you are dehydrated.

If you have abnormal electrolyte levels in your blood.

If you have glaucoma.

If you have gout.

If you have an autoimmune disease called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).


Possible side effects



Stop using this product and seek immediate medical help if you develop rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.


Serious side effects:



Kidney problems

Eye problems

Serious electrolyte problems


Other medicines and Hydrochlorothiazide


Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.


Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with the following medicines:



Lithium

Digoxin

Other medicines used to lower blood pressure

Medicines that affect potassium levels in your blood

Medicines used for diabetes

Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Steroids

Chlestyramine and Cholestipol (for cholesterol)