Benzthiazide

Benzthiazide is used for the management of mild to moderate hypertension; treatment of edema in congestive heart failure and nephrotic syndrome.Medication should be taken after meal to avoid GI upset.

Side effects: Dizziness;Dry mouth; Nausea; Vomiting; Constipation; Weakness; Blurred vision; Confusion; Electrolyte imbalance; Gastrointestinal imbalance; Constipation; Itching; Jaundice; Muscle cramps.Contra-indications of Benzthiazide: Hyper uricaemia; Renal impairment; Hepatic impairment; Hypersensitivity to the drug; Hypercalcaemia; Fluid and electrolyte imbalance; Hypersensitivity to sulfonamides; Anuria

Precautions: Special precaution may be taken during the following disease like - Gout; Diabetes mellitus; Monitor and correct fluid and electrolyte imbalance; Renal impairment; Hepatic impairment; Cirrhosis; Hyperparathyroidism. Report unresolved weight gain (more than 3-5 pounds in 3 days). You may experience dizziness or drowsiness; change positions slowly and use caution when driving or engaging in tasks that require alertness until response to drug is known. May cause photosensitivity, use sunscreen wear protective clothing and eyewear and avoid direct sunlight. Patient may experience decreased sexual function; this will resolve when medication is discontinued. Report increased swelling of ankles, fingers, dizziness or trembling, cramps, or muscle pain. Do not get pregnant while taking this medication, use appropriate barrier contraceptive measures. Consult your doctor or pharmacists if breastfeeding.

Toxicity: Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, urinary problems and drowsiness.Drug interaction: Benzthiazide may interact with alcohol, blood thinners, decongestant drugs (allergy, cold, and sinus medicines), diabetic drugs, lithium, norepinephrine, NSAIDs like Aleve or Ibuprofen, and high blood pressure medications.,/p>

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Hypertension

• Heart Failure

• Cirrhosis

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Dizziness

• Leg Cramps

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Benzthiazide and alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.
  Taking Triamterene with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Benzthiazide may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Benzthiazide is probably usafe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  It is not known whether Benzthiazide alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Benzthiazide should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Benzthiazide may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
  Use of Benzthiazide is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function test and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Benzthiazide should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Benzthiazide may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
  Use of Benzthiazide is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Benzthiazide as ingredient

• Ditide Tablet

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.

This medication falls under the category of a diuretic and antihypertensive agent. As a diuretic, it inhibits active reabsorption of chloride in the kidneys increased excretion of water with sodium and chloride. It also binds to and inhibits the sodium-chloride transporter, increasing potassium excretion. It also causes vasodilation.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Psychiatrist before using this medicine.