Aldactazide (Spironolactone and Hydrochlorothiazide) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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Aldactazide Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking hydrochlorothiazide and spironolactone (Aldactazide)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to hydrochlorothiazide or spironolactone, or if you have:

kidney disease or are unable to urinate;
high potassium levels (hyperkalemia); or
if you are taking potassium supplements.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication:

diabetes;
heart disease;
cirrhosis or other liver disease;
a breathing disorder;
gout;
lupus;
an allergy to sulfa drugs;
a pancreas disorder; or
if you are using another blood pressure medication or a steroid.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether hydrochlorothiazide and spironolactone is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Hydrochlorothiazide passes into breast milk and could cause harm to a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take hydrochlorothiazide and spironolactone (Aldactazide)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

Take each dose with a full glass of water.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Hydrochlorothiazide can interfere with the results of a thyroid test. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using a thiazide diuretic.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking hydrochlorothiazide and spironolactone. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Store the tablets at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture.

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