Hydrochlorothiazide (Moduretic)

Hydrochlorothiazide hydrochloride is a widely used diuretic medicine for the treatment of high blood pressure and swelling in the body, for example.

Hydrochlorothiazide may be purchased under the trade name Moduretic, which also has in its formula amiloride, which is a medicine belonging to the group of potassium-sparing drugs.

Moduretic can usually be purchased from conventional prescription pharmacies in the form of 25 / 2.5mg or 50 / 5.0mg tablets.

Moduretic Price

The price of Moduretic can vary between 10 and 20 reais, depending on the dosage of the medicine.

Moduretic Indications

Moduretic is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, ascites caused by cirrhosis of the liver or edema of the ankles, feet and legs caused by water retention.

How to use Moduretic

Moduretic's use depends on the problem to be treated, and general guidelines include:

• High blood pressure: take 1 tablet 50 / 5.0 mg once daily or as directed by your doctor;
• Cardiac edema: take 1 tablet of 50 / 5.0 mg once daily and may be increased to 2 tablets after your doctor's appointment;
• Ascites caused by cirrhosis: take 1 tablet of 50 / 5.0 mg once daily or as directed by your doctor;

Moduretic side effects

The main side effects of Moduretic include headaches, weakness, nausea, loss of appetite, hives and dizziness.

Contraindications of Moduretic

Moduretic is contraindicated in pregnant women, children and patients with elevated levels of potassium in the blood, liver disease, are taking supplements to increase the amount of potassium in the blood or with hypersensitivity to any component of the formula.