Thiazides and related diuretics include-

Bendroflumethiazide, Benzthiazide, Chlorthiazide, Hydrochlorthiazide, Hydroflumethazide, Indapamide, Methyclothizide, Metolazone, Polythiazide, Quinethazone, Trichlormethiazide

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Edema, hypertension. 

Thiazides and related diuretics include-

Bendroflumethiazide, Benzthiazide, Chlorthiazide, Hydrochlorthiazide, Hydroflumethazide, Indapamide, Methyclothizide, Metolazone, Polythiazide, Quinethazone, Trichlormethiazide

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Indications:

Edema, hypertension.

Dosage:

Edema- initial - 50 to 200mg daily for several days until dry weight is atained. If dossages exceed 100mg/day, give in 2 doses, following morning and evening meal.

Hypertension-

Initial- 50 to 100mg daily. Give in 2 doses of 25 to 50mg each, after breakfast and after lunch. Max effective dose is 200mg daily.

Thiazide diuretics

1. May cause GI upset, may be taken with food

2. Drug will initially increase urination which should subside after a few weeks, take early during the day or as directed

3. Notify physician, if muscle pain,weakneess or cramps, nausea, vomiting, restlessness, excess thirsr, tiredness, drowsiness, increased heart rate or pulse, diarrhea, or dizziness occurs

4. May cause photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight). Avoid prologed exposure to the sun and other ultraviolet light. Use sunscreens and wear protective clothing until tolerance is determined

5. May increase blood sugar levels in diabetes

6. Do not drink alcohol or take other medications without physicians approval, this includes nonprescription medicines for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough,hay fever or sinus

7. Do not interrupt , discontinue or adjust the dose, even if feeling well. Follow physicians instruction regarding missed dose.

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