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Captopril/hydrochlorothiazide - Captopril With Thiazide - Oral Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Captopril/hydrochlorothiazide.
- Capozide
- KAP-toe-pril WITH THIGH-uh-zide
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost 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.
Captopril/hydrochlorothiazide Miscellaneous Notes
- It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication.
- Learn how to monitor your blood pressure.
- Discuss this with your doctor.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- This drug is not recommended for use with.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, fainting, and weakness.
Possible Side Effects
- Dizziness, headache, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, nausea, loss of taste, flushing, fatigue, cough or increased urination may occur.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
- This medication can increase sensitivity to sunlight.
- To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly.
- Inform your doctor if you develop.
Medicinal Applications
- Captopril prevents certain enzymes in the body from narrowing blood vessels.
- This helps to lower blood pressure and makes the heart beat stronger.
- Thiazides are "water pills" (diuretics) that help reduce blood pressure.
- This medication is used to treat high blood pressure.
Warning
- This drug can cause serious fetal harm if used during the last six months of pregnancy.
- If pregnancy occurs, stop using this drug and immediately contact your physician.
Captopril/hydrochlorothiazide Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Usage Instructions
- This medication should be taken on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after a meal.
- 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.
- Consult your doctor before using salt substitutes or low salt milk.
- It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
- Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.
Read Before Using Captopril/hydrochlorothiazide (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.