SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, lightheadedness, and tiredness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Headache, numbness/tingling of the hands/feet, and mental/mood changes (e.g., nervousness, anxiety, irritability, agitation) may also occur. You may also experience decreased sexual ability/interest or increased sensitivity to the sun. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Indapamide may cause too much body water and salts to be lost (dehydration). Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious symptoms of dehydration: very dry mouth, thirst, muscle cramps, weakness, fast heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, severe dizziness, confusion, unusual decrease in the amount of urine, fainting, seizures.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: blurred vision, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, loss of appetite, weight loss, dizziness when standing, flushing, irregular heartbeat.
This drug may rarely cause serious liver or pancreas problems. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects: yellowing of the eyes/skin, dark urine, severe stomach/abdominal pain, persistent tiredness, persistent nausea/vomiting.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: signs of infection (e.g., fever, chills, persistent sore throat), easy bruising/bleeding, new/severe tiredness, breathing problems, weakness, bluish fingernails/lips, pale skin.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching, swelling of any part of the face/neck, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. The following numbers do not provide medical advice, but in the US you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you may call Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to indapamide; or to thiazide diuretics (e.g., polythiazide, hydrochlorothiazide); or to sulfa medications; or if you have any other allergies.
This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: an inability to make urine.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: heart problems (e.g., congestive heart failure, QT prolongation in the EKG), kidney problems (e.g., kidney dialysis), liver disease, gout, diabetes, untreated mineral imbalance (e.g., high calcium, low potassium, low magnesium), loss of too much body water (dehydration), collagen vascular disease (e.g., lupus, scleroderma), recent nerve surgery (e.g., sympathectomy).
This drug may make you dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication to help prevent dizziness. Too much sweating, diarrhea or vomiting may cause you to feel lightheaded. Avoid heavy exercise. Report prolonged diarrhea or vomiting to your doctor.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication.
This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
This product may decrease your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist. If you have diabetes, this product may increase your blood sugar levels. Check your blood sugar levels regularly as directed by your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of high blood sugar, such as increased thirst and urination. Your anti-diabetic medication or diet may need to be adjusted.
Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially dizziness.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known if indapamide passes into breast milk. Since this drug could have undesirable effects on a nursing infant, breast-feeding while using this medication is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.