METOLAZONE

Overview

METOLAZONE is a Schedule H drug.
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?

METOLAZONE is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

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

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with METOLAZONE as Ingredient

DIUREM 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
DIUREM 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
LAZON 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
LAZON 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METADURE 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METADURE 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOLACTONE 2.5MG/50MG TABSPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TABSPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOLAZ 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLAZ 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METORAL 10MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZ 1.25MG TABMETOLAZONE 1.25 MG
METOZ 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZ 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5 MG
METOZ R TABRAMIPRIL 5.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZIDE 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZIDE 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
RPMEL 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
RPMEL 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
ZALAT 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
ZALAT 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
ZYTANIX 2.5MG TABMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
ZYTANIX 5MG TABMETOLAZONE 5 MG