hydrochlorothiazide(Microzide, Hyzaar (combo), Lopressor HCT (combo))
Thiazide diuretic
Pronunciation
/ˌhaɪdroʊˌklɔːroʊˈθaɪəzaɪd/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- hydrochlorothiazide
- Brand names
- Microzide, Hyzaar (combo), Lopressor HCT (combo)
- Therapeutic class
- Thiazide diuretic
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take in the morning to avoid nighttime urination.
- Increased urination first 1-2 weeks; usually settles.
- Use sunscreen - increased photosensitivity.
- Report muscle cramps, weakness, irregular heartbeat (low K+).
- Avoid stopping abruptly if used for heart failure.
Sources
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