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Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet Rx
By ACCORD HEALTHCARE
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Product Description
Hydrochlorothiazide is a human prescription drug with off label uses for pets per your Veterinarians recommendation. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that works in the kidneys to remove excess fluid (water) and salt from the body. It is used in small animals to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, calcium-containing kidney or bladder stones, and a rare condition called nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (not diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes).
*Sold per tablet in strengths of 25 mg or 50 mg.
What is Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that works in the kidneys to remove excess fluid (water) and salt from the body. It is used in small animals to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, calcium-containing kidney or bladder stones, and a rare condition called nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (not diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes).
Who is Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet for?
Human drug with off label uses for pets per your Veterinarians recommendation.
Why use Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet?
Hydrochlorothiazide helps treat high blood pressure, heart failure, calcium-containing kidney or bladder stones, and a rare condition called nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (not diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes).
How does Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet work?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that works in the kidneys to remove excess fluid (water) and salt from the body.
Manufacturer:
Accord or other generic brand
Active Ingredients(s):
Hydrochlorothiazide
How is Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet sold?
Sold per Tablet in strengths of 25 mg or 50 mg.
What are the side effects of Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet?
Common, but not serious side effects include: Increased need to urinate. The greater need to urinate may cause some animals to act restless. Be sure to allow your animal the
chance to urinate more often, especially when starting this drug or when doses are increased. Vomiting or diarrhea is possible. You don’t have to be overly concerned if you see any of these signs unless they are severe, worsen, or continue to be a problem. Contact your veterinarian if this happens.
Side effects that may be serious or indicate a serious problem: Excessive thirst, weakness, collapse (passing out), lack of urination, or a racing heartbeat. Pale gums. Rarely, hydrochlorothiazide causes anemia or other problems with blood. If you see any of these signs, contact your veterinarian immediately.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. This drug should be used WITH CAUTION in patients: With severe kidney or liver disease. With diabetes mellitus or other conditions where body water, blood sugar, or blood salts (electrolytes) are out of balance. That are allergic to sulfa drugs; hydrochlorothiazide is related to sulfas and could cause an allergic reaction. Discuss with your veterinarian whether this drug is best for your animal. That are vomiting or have diarrhea. If your animal matches any of these conditions, talk to your veterinarian about the possible risks versus benefits.
What to do if overdose?
Overdoses of hydrochlorothiazide can be serious as they can lead to dehydration, low blood pressure, salt (electrolyte) imbalances, coma, and seizures. If you witness or suspect an overdose of hydrochlorothiazide in your animal, contact your veterinarian or an animal poison control center for further advice. Animal poison control centers that are open 24 hours a day include: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) and Pet Poison HELPLINE (855-764-7661); a consultation fee is charged for these services.
How can I store Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet?
Keep in a cool/dry place.
Overview
Use as directed by your Veterinarian
Main Ingredients
Hydrochlorothiazide