Aquazide is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Edema, High BP. Other than this, Aquazide has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aquazide. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Aquazide side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Aquazide normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Aquazide has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Aquazide related warnings talks about Aquazide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Allergy, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Aquazide since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aquazide contraindications section.
Additionally, Aquazide may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Aquazide is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Aquazide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Aquazide safe for pregnant women?
Aquazide is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Aquazide safe during breastfeeding?
Aquazide does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Aquazide on the Kidneys?
Aquazide rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aquazide on the Liver?
Aquazide is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Aquazide on the Heart?
Aquazide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Aquazide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aquazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aquazide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aquazide.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Aquazide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Aquazide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aquazide for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aquazide
Aquazide may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aquazide
Taking alcohol with Aquazide can be dangerous.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hydrochlorothiazide
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 582-586
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 446-448