Esidrix Side Effects
Serious Side Effects of Essidrix
- seizures (convulsions)
- abnormal heartbeat or decreased heart rate
- raised levels of blood sugar
- feeling faint or passing out, decrease in blood pressure (hypotension)
- uncontrollable shaking or muscle movements
- swelling of the pancreas (pancreatitis)
- imbalance of electrolytes such as low sodium, potassium or chloride levels inthe blood
- changes in vision, blurred sight or decrease in vision
- skin blisters or peeling
- feeling confused or restless
- jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin)
- signs of a severe allergic reaction such as hives, a rash, swelling of the tongue, mouth, throat, or face and difficulty breathing
Common Side Effects of Esidrix
- dizziness or loss of strength
- dryness of the mouth or feeling thirsty
- increased sensitivity to the sun or any ultraviolet light
- bowel problems such as diarrhea or constipation, upset stomach, feeling nauseous or vomiting
- hair loss
- decrease in the desire or ability to have sex
Warnings & Recalls for Esidrix
Esidrix and Pregnancy
Esidrix is a FDA
pregnancy Category B medicine. Esidrix is not expected to pose any problems for the fetus when taken during pregnancy. Esidrix can be passed into breast-milk and may harm a nursing baby. Talk to your doctor before taking Esidrix if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
General Warnings
Do not use Esidrix if you are
allergic to hydrochlorothiazide. Ask your doctor if it is safe to use Esidrix if you have any of the following medical conditions:
- any allergies
- liver or kidney disease or failure
- if you are diabetic
- systemic lupus erythematosus or lupus disease (autoimmune disorder)
- angiodema or if anyone in your family has had angiodema (skin swelling)
- gouty arthritis
- any pancreas problems
- high cholesterol levels
- breathing disorders such as asthma
- any electrolyte imbalances
- parathyroid disease or disorders
- if you have had a sympathectomy (surgical ETS procedure)
Patients should be aware that Esidrix may cause dangerously low blood pressure, especially in anyone who is on dialysis, has congestive heart failure, or suffers from fluid loss. Take caution when participating in any activity that requires your alertness, as Esidrix may cause dizziness or fatigue.
Esidrix may decrease the function of the kidney or liver. If you have any pre-existing liver or kidney problems, take Esidrix with caution and know the symptoms of disorders or damage of these organs.
Tell your healthcare provider about all medications you are taking, especially any medications for high blood pressure. Avoid taking any medicines that may interact with Esidrix. Avoid drinking alcohol while using Esidrix.
Esidrix Treatment and Use
Esidrix | hydrochlorothiazide is a diurectic, or “water pill”, marketed by Novartis for treating high blood pressure (hypertension) and reducing the retention of water in the body (edema). Esidrix may be prescribed to patients with the following conditions which may have excess fluids in the blood:
- poor liver function (cirrhosis)
- failure of the kidney
- congestive heart failure (the heart is unable to pump blood throughout the body)
- usage of certain medications and treatments
How Does Esidrix Work?
Esidrix works by stimulating the kidney and increasing the removal of salts and fluids from the blood. These excess fluids are excreted through urine, and amounts of fluid in the blood are decreased. This results in a lowering of blood pressure.
How to Use Esidrix
Esidrix comes in tablet or capsule form to be taken orally. Do not crush or bite down on tablets; tablets may be split for smaller doses. Otherwise, swallow Esidrix whole with a full glass of water. Take only the amount prescribed to you by your doctor. Your doctor may recommend that you take Esidrix in the morning since it may increase the need to urinate.
For lowering blood pressure, the initial dose of Esidrix usually begin at 25 mg once each day. As the patient adjusts to the medicine, it is typically suggested that they take 50 mg of Esidrix daily.
Patients using Esidix for reducing fluid retention may be prescribed to take between 25 mg and 100 mg per day depending on their condition and medical history.
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