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SIDE EFFECTS
Gastrointestinal System Reactions
- anorexia
- gastric irritation
- nausea
- vomiting
- cramping
- diarrhea
- constipation
- jaundice (intrahepatic cholestatic jaundice)
- pancreatitis
Central Nervous System Reactions
- dizziness
- vertigo
- paresthesias
- headache
- xanthopsia
Hematologic Reactions
- leukopenia
- agranulocytosis
- thrombocytopenia
- aplastic anemia
Dermatologic —Hypersensitivity Reactions
- purpura
- photosensitivity
- rash
- urticaria
- necrotizing angiitis (vasculitis) (cutaneous vasculitis)
Cardiovascular Reaction
Orthostatic hypotension may occur and may be aggravated by alcohol, barbiturates or narcotics.
Other
- hyperglycemia
- glycosuria
- hyperuricemia
- muscle spasm
- weakness
- restlessness
Whenever adverse reactions are moderate or severe, thiazide dosage should be reduced or therapy withdrawn.
Read the Renese (polythiazide) Side Effects Center for a complete guide to possible side effects »
DRUG INTERACTIONS
No information provided.
Last reviewed on RxList: 2/24/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
Additional Renese Information
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