Dyazide (Hydrochlorothiazide and Triamterene) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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Dyazide Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my doctor before taking hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene (Dyazide)?

Do not use this medication if you have:

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

Before using hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene, tell your doctor if you have:

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

If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. 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 triamterene (Dyazide)?

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.

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 and triamterene can interfere with the results of certain medical tests. 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 triamterene. 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 this medication at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture.

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