Aquazide 12.5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition
Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Aquazide 12.5 Tablet is a diuretic medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Aquazide 12.5 Tablet makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine but try to reduce your salt intake.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aquazide 12.5 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Headache Nausea Dizziness Weakness
Alcohol Warning
Avoid alcohol intake while taking Aquazide 12.5 Tablet as it may increase the dizziness.
Breastfeeding Warning
Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Pregnancy Warning
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
How it works
Aquazide 12.5 Tablet is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Quick Tips
Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate. 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. 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.
