Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide Benefits & Uses

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Heart Failure

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dihydralazine (25,mg) Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Dihydralazine (25,mg) Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg)/Tablet

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide is used -

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Angina Pectoris
Decreased potassium level in blood
Glucose Intolerance
Altered blood lipids
Hyperuricemia
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Photosensitivity

Common

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide Related Warnings

Is the use of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide.
What is the effect of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide on the Kidneys?

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide on the Liver?

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide on the Heart?

Side effects of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide with Other Drugs

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholecalciferol (D3)

Moderate

Aspirin

Ibuprofen

Codeine

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Codeine

Acetazolamide

Alfentanil

Mild

Furosemide

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angina
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Stroke
Low Blood Pressure
Diabetes
Asthma
Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Pancreatitis

Frequently asked Questions about Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide

Is this Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide habit forming or addictive?

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide does not cause addiction.

Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide

Consumption of alcohol and Dihydralazine + Hydrochlorothiazide together may have severe effects on your health.