Apo-Hydro
Apo-Hydro is a type of drugs classified as Thiazide
diuretics, also known as "water pills" used to lower the amount of water
in the body. Main ingredient in Apo-Hydro is Hydrochlorothiazide.
Apo-Hydro is given to treat high blood pressure,
kidney problems, cirrhosis, salt, and fluid retention as well as
congestive heart failure. Thiazide diuretics like Apo-Hydro
increase urine production in the kidney by altering the movement of sodium
and chloride in it. In doing so Thiazide diuretics like
Apo-Hydro may increase the blood sugar. Thiazide diuretics like
Apo-Hydro are often taken in combination with other drugs to
treat high blood pressure.
Apo-Hydro Side Effects
Apo-Hydro side effects may include dizziness,
fatigue, frequent urination, dry mouth, anxiety, muscle cramps,
nervousness, nausea, vomiting, increase in blood sugar and uric acid
levels. Rare Apo-Hydro side effects may include allergic reactions, upset stomach,
appetite loss, constipation, cough, depression, diarrhea, drowsiness,
hives, impotence, indigestion, light-headedness, liver disorders, rash,
hypersensitivity to light, sore throat, vertigo, and weight loss.
Apo-Hydro Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Apo-Hydro side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
APO-HYDRO CAUTION
Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, gout, lupus, kidney or liver
disease or low levels of potassium before using Apo-Hydro.
Avoid using Apo-Hydro if you are allergic or sensitive to
Apo-Hydro or other sulfa drugs.
Tell your dentist you are taking Apo-Hydro before any dental
procedure.
Thiazide diuretics like Apo-Hydro may cause dizziness and
fatigue.
Thiazide diuretics like Apo-Hydro may cause hypersensitivity
to sunlight.
Use caution when using sauna or hot bath. It may cause dizziness,
fainting, vomiting and sudden drop in blood pressure.
Thiazide diuretics like Apo-Hydro may result in loosing too
much salt and potassium, especially among elderly women.
Thiazide diuretics like Apo-Hydro should not be taken with
lithium, as that could increase the risk of lithium poisoning.
APO-HYDRO INTERACTIONS
Check with your physician before combining Apo-Hydro with the
following:
Alcohol
Blood thinners
Decongestant drugs (allergy, cold, and
sinus medicines)
Diabetic drugs
Lithium
Norepinephrine
NSAIDs like Aleve or
Ibuprofen
High blood pressure medications
Potassium supplements may be
needed
Herbs that increase blood pressure like ephedra, ginseng, and saw
palmetto. Other herbs may also interfere, check with your doctor before
combining them with Apo-Hydro.
APO-HYDRO AND PREGNANCY
If you are or planning to become pregnant, tell your doctor before
using Apo-Hydro.
As Apo-Hydro may appear in breast
milk, nursing mothers should switch to bottle-feed while taking
Apo-Hydro.
APO-HYDRO DOSES
ADULT
25-200 mg daily.
CHILDREN
Not recommended.
APO-HYDRO OVERDOSE
Symptoms of Apo-Hydro overdose may include nausea, vomiting,
fatigue, urinary problems and drowsiness. If you suspect Apo-Hydro overdose, seek
medical help right away.
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