Oretic(Oral)

Oretic(Oral)

Generic Name: Hydrochlorothiazide
This drug is obsolete.

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Hydrochlorothiazide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

uses

What isOretic(Oral)used for?

  • Diabetes Insipidus
  • Edema
  • Hypertension
  • Nephrocalcinosis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Hypertensive Congestive Heart Failure
  • Hypertensive Heart (w/ CHF) and Renal Disease
  • Hypertensive Heart (w/o CHF) and Renal Disease
  • Hypertensive Renal Disease
  • Hypertensive Retinopathy
  • Renovascular Hypertension
  • Hypertensive Encephalopathy
  • Hypertensive Heart Disease

warnings

What is the most important information I should know aboutOretic(Oral)?

You should not use hydrochlorothiazide if you are allergic to it, or if you are unable to urinate.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

  • kidney disease;
  • liver disease;
  • gout;
  • glaucoma;
  • low levels of potassium or sodium in your blood;
  • high levels of calcium in your blood;
  • a parathyroid gland disorder;
  • diabetes; or
  • an allergy to sulfa drugs or penicillin.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.If you take this medicine during pregnancy, your newborn baby may develop jaundice or other problems.

You should not breastfeed while using this medicine.

Hydrochlorothiazide is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

User Reviews & Rating

No ratings yet forOretic(Oral)

Leave a Review

Side Effects

What are the side effects ofOretic(Oral)?

Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction(hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat)or a severe skin reaction(fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).

Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • a light-headed feeling;
  • eye pain, vision problems;
  • jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
  • pale skin, easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum);
  • shortness of breath, wheezing, cough with foamy mucus, chest pain;
  • dehydration symptoms--feeling very thirsty or hot, being unable to urinate, heavy sweating, or hot and dry skin; or
  • signs of an electrolyte imbalance--increased thirst or urination, confusion, vomiting, constipation, muscle pain, leg cramps, bone pain, lack of energy, irregular heartbeats, tingly feeling.

Common side effects may include:

  • weakness;
  • feeling like you might pass out;
  • severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting;
  • fever, chills, tiredness, mouth sores, skin sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet, feeling light-headed or short of breath; or
  • electrolyte imbalance.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Can I takeOretic(Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

B
No evidence of risk in humans
Based on FDA pregnancy categories

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.If you take this medicine during pregnancy, your newborn baby may develop jaundice or other problems.

You should not breastfeed while using this medicine.

Interactions

What drugs and food should I avoid while takingOretic(Oral)?

Hydrochlorothiazide may increase your risk of skin cancer. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Your doctor may want you to have skin examinations on a regular basis.

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise, in hot weather, or by not drinking enough fluids. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink. In some cases, drinking too much liquid can be as unsafe as not drinking enough.

Dosage Guidelines & Tips

How to takeOretic(Oral)?

UseOretic(Oral)完全按照指示标签,或规定by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

打电话给你的医生如果你有持续的呕吐或diarrhea, or if you are sweating more than usual. You can easily become dehydrated while taking this medicine, which can lead to severely low blood pressure or a serious electrolyte imbalance.

Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Your blood and urine may be tested if you have been vomiting or are dehydrated.

If you need surgery, tell your surgeon you currently use this medicine. You may need to stop for a short time.

Keep using this medicine as directed, even if you feel well.High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and freezing. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

What should I do if I missed a dose ofOretic(Oral)?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.Do nottake two doses at one time.

Overdose Signs

What happens if I overdose onOretic(Oral)?

Overdose symptoms may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, thirst, and muscle pain or weakness.

If you think you or someone else may have overdosed on:Oretic(Oral), call your doctor or the Poison Control center
(800) 222-1222
If someone collapses or isn't breathing after takingOretic(Oral), call 911
911

Images

West-ward 256

Color: orange

Shape: round

Imprint: West-ward 256

West ward 257

Color: orange

Shape: round

Imprint: West ward 257

TEVA, 2083

Color: orange

Shape: round

Imprint: TEVA, 2083

Medical Disclaimer

Drugs A-Z provides drug information from Everyday Health and our partners, as well as ratings from our members, all in one place. Cerner Multum™ provides the data within some of the Overview, Uses, Warnings, Side Effects, Pregnancy, Interactions, Dosage, Overdose, and Images sections. The information within all other sections is proprietary to Everyday Health.
Baidu