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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Hydrochlorothiazide-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Hydrochlorothiazide as follows: Hydrochlorothiazide causes loss of sodium from the body and result in hyponatremia. Patients can present with nausea and vomiting, extreme lethargy, muscle cramps, weakness, and fatigue secondary to very low sodium levels in the body. Be aware of these symptoms and report them to the physician without delay. Be cautious about using any other medications with the risk for causing hypercalcemia, as [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Hydrochlorothiazide-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Hydrochlorothiazide as follows: Drink 2.5 liters – 3 liters of fluid every day, as Hydrochlorothiazide tends to cause loss of fluid volume and consequently, dehydration. If fluid is restricted in an individual for reasons, such as, congestive heart failure or dialysis dependent status, compliance to the recommendation made is very important. Be aware of signs and symptoms of dehydration and hypotension, to avoid any episodes [...]

Side Effects of Hydrochlorothiazide Use-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Hydrochlorothiazide as follows: Hydrochlorothiazide can increase the levels of uric acid in the body. The elevated uric acid levels can precipitate attacks of gouts in individuals taking this medication. Hydrochlorothiazide can increase sensitivity to sunlight, causing rash and sunburns on exposure to sunlight for prolonged period. Hydrochlorothiazide has the tendency to increase the blood sugar and increase the chances of inducing type 2 diabetes over a [...]

Side Effects of Hydrochlorothiazide Use-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Hydrochlorothiazide as follows: Hydrochlorothiazide is a weaker diuretic in comparison to the more potent loop diuretics, such as, Furosemide. So, they are not used in advance cases of heart failure and in extreme cases of hypertension. The side effects of thiazide diuretics also are mild. Symptoms of hypotension and dehydration, such as dry mouth, feeling dizzy and lightheaded with rapid heart rate can occur secondary to [...]

How to Take Hydrochlorothiazide

Patient was educated on how to take Hydrochlorothiazide as follows: Take the medication at the same time every day, to avoid forgetting the medication. Take Hydrochlorothiazide during the day time hours and avoid having it during the night. As this medication increases the frequency of urination, taking this during the late evening hours can disturb the sleep. Maintain strict compliance with intake of the medication as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive [...]