METOLAZ 5MG TAB

Overview

METOLAZ 5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

METOLAZ 5MG TAB is composed of: METOLAZONE (5.0 MG)

Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. Metolazone is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Metolazone is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Usage

METOLAZONE is generally used to treat: Edema, Congestive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Nephrotic Syndrome, Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

METOLAZ 5MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for METOLAZ 5MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lupus, kidney or liver disease, low blood mineral levels, gout, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Monitor liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

METOLAZONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Fainting, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Lightheadedness

Common Side-Effects

METOLAZONE : Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Weakness (generalized), Confusion, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Nausea, Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Serious Side-Effects

METOLAZONE : Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

METOLAZONE can interfere with: Anuria, Diarrhoea, Hypokalemia, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyponatremia, Magnesium Deficiency, Protein-Energy Malnutrition, Vomiting, Heart Arrhythmias, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Renal Failure, Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperparathyroidism, Gout

Technical Classification

METOLAZONE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for METOLAZ 5MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DIUREM 5MG TAB	INR 100.15 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
LAZON 5MG TAB	INR 115.32 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METADURE 5MG TAB	INR 107.38 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOLAZ 5MG TAB	INR 128.47 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOZ 5MG TAB	INR 134.4 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5 MG
METOZIDE 5MG TAB	INR 105 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
RPMEL 5MG TAB	INR 174.28 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
ZALAT 5MG TAB	INR 103.38 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
ZYTANIX 5MG TAB	INR 206.5 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DIUREM 2.5MG TAB	INR 204.81 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
LAZON 2.5MG TAB	INR 66.35 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METADURE 2.5MG TAB	INR 50 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLACTONE 2.5MG/50MG TAB	INR 46.65 for 10 TABLETS	SPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TAB	INR 52.61 for 10 TABLETS	SPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOLAZ 2.5MG TAB	INR 55.98 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLAZONE		METOLAZONE
METORAL 10MG TAB	INR 59.5 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZ 1.25MG TAB	INR 36.57 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 1.25 MG
METOZ 2.5MG TAB	INR 74.24 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZ R TAB	INR 141.91 for 10 TABLETS	RAMIPRIL 5.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZIDE 2.5MG TAB	INR 225 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
RPMEL 2.5MG TAB	INR 107.25 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
ZALAT 2.5MG TAB	INR 62.04 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
ZYTANIX 2.5MG TAB	INR 131 for 10 TABLETS	METOLAZONE 2.5 MG