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Cyclopenthiazide
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About cyclopenthiazide
| Type of medicine | Thiazide diuretic |
| Used for | Oedema (fluid retention) Hypertension (high blood pressure) |
| Also called | Navidrex when alone Navispare when in combination with amiloride Trasicor when in combination with oxprenolol |
| Available as | Tablet |
Cyclopenthiazide works in the kidney. It removes excess water from the body by increasing how often you urinate (pass water).
Before taking cyclopenthiazide
Before taking cyclopenthiazide make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:
- If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
- If you suffer from liver or kidney problems.
- If you suffer from Addison's disease or diabetes .
- If you suffer from gout (pain and stiffness in the joints) or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
- If you suffer from hypokalaemia (low blood potassium) or hyponatraemia (low blood sodium).
- If you suffer from hypercalcaemia (high blood calcium) or hyperuricaemia (high blood uric acid).
How to take cyclopenthiazide
- Cyclopenthiazide will make you urinate (pass water) more often, so your doctor or pharmacist will usually advise you to take your dose in the morning so as not to disturb your sleep. If you take more than one dose per day, take the last dose by 2pm in the afternoon.
- If you miss a dose of cyclopenthiazide take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is after 2pm in the afternoon skip the missed dose and continue taking it at the usual times. Never take two doses at the same time.
Getting the most from your treatment
- Many patients with high blood pressure do not feel unwell, but left untreated, high blood pressure can harm the heart and damage blood vessels resulting in a heart attack, stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Therefore, take cyclopenthiazide exactly as your doctor has directed and do not stop taking it without speaking to your doctor first.
- If you have diabetes cyclopenthiazide may affect your blood sugar levels. Test your urine or blood regularly. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any changes.
- Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests if you are on certain other medication.
Can cyclopenthiazide cause problems
Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects continue or become troublesome.
| Common side-effects - these affect less than 1 in 10 people who take this medicine | What can I do if I experience this |
| Mild gastro-intestinal effects (feeling sick, stomach pain) | Take after food |
| Dizziness | Seek advice from your doctor |
How to store cyclopenthiazide
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.
Important information about all medicines
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| © EMIS 2006 | DocID: 617 |
DocRef: dils2899 |
Last Updated: 30 Oct 2006 |
Date of Next Review: 29 Oct 2008 |
Version: 22 |
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