| Drug Name: | Hydrochlorothiazide |
| Manufacturer: | West-ward Pharmaceutical Corp. |
| Other Info: | For Control of Hypertension- The adult initial dose of hydrochlorothiazide is one capsule given once daily whether given alone or in combination with other antihypertensives. Total daily doses greater than 50 mg are not recommended. |
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Hydrochlorothiazide capsules are indicated in the management of hypertension either as the sole therapeutic agent, or in combination with other antihypertensives.
Unlike potassium sparing combination diuretic products, hydrochlorothiazide may be used in those patients in whom the development of hyperkalemia cannot be risked, including patients taking ACE inhibitors.Hydrochlorothiazide is contraindicated in patients with anuria.
Hypersensitivity to this product or other sulfonamide derived drugs is also contraindicated.