PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet is a diuretic (water pill) medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This medicine reduces excess fluid levels in the body and treats edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake.
Common side effects of this medicine include headache, nausea, dizziness, and weakness. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you. Before taking this medicine, its better to let your doctor know if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking it. You must inform doctor about all the other medicines that you are taking apart from this medicine. Regular monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes is important while using this medicine.
USES OF HYDRAZIDE TABLET
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Treatment of Edema
BENEFITS OF HYDRAZIDE TABLET
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet is known as a water pill, which increases urine output thereby lowering blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled, you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.
In Treatment of Edema
Edema is caused by your body retaining too much water. Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet helps get rid of the extra water and electrolytes from your body by increasing the amount of urine produced. This enables your body to get rid of extra water thereby relieving symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs or abdomen. Therefore, you can carry out your daily activities more comfortably. Take Hydrazide 12.5 Tablet regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes to get maximum benefits.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HYDRAZIDE TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Common side effects of Hydrazide
- Headache
- Nausea
- Altered blood lipid level
- Weakness
- Dizziness
HOW TO USE HYDRAZIDE TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW HYDRAZIDE TABLET WORKS
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol – UNSAFE
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy – CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding – SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving – UNSAFE
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney – CAUTION
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver – CAUTION
Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hydrazide 12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
