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Uni-serp - Hydralazine/reserpine/hctz - Oral Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Uni-serp.
- Ser-Ap-Es, Serpazide, Uni-Serp
- hi-DRAL-uh-zeen/ree-SIR-peen/HCTZ
Medicinal Applications
- Hydralazine and reserpine help to widen arteries and veins so blood flows better.
- Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a "water pill" (diuretic) that helps rid the body of excess fluid.
- This combination medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include unusual dizziness, weakness, fast, irregular heartbeat, headache, flushing, sleepiness, slowed breathing, stiffness, leg pain, shaking, pinpoint pupils, and loss of consciousness.
Uni-serp Miscellaneous Notes
- It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication.
- Learn how to take your blood pressure and understand the readings.
- Discuss this with your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- This drug is not recommended for use with.
Uni-serp Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
Read Before Using Uni-serp (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Possible Side Effects
- Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, diarrhea, nasal stuffiness, constipation, loss of appetite, nausea, loss of taste, flushing, fatigue, or dry mouth may occur.
- Weight gain, anxiety, nervousness, dreams, nightmares, decreased sexual desire or ability, trouble urinating, or increased sun sensitivity may also occur.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
- Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages and avoid overheating which will aggravate these effects.
- Though unlikely to occur, notify your doctor if you develop.
Usage Instructions
- Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
- Try to take it at the same time each day.
- Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
- Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped.
- Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
- It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
- Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency
- Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
- For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).