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Why is Dyazide prescribed?

The combination of Dyazide, a 'water pill,' is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention caused by various conditions, including heart disease. It causes the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine. Hydrochlorothiazide is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How should Dyazide be used?

The combination of Dyazide comes as a capsule and tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day in the morning with food. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Hydrochlorothiazide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. This medication controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take Hydrochlorothiazide even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Dyazide without talking to your doctor.

What special precautions should I follow?

Before taking dyazide,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to triamterene, hydrochlorothiazide, sulfa drugs, or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially captopril (Capoten); digoxin (Lanoxin); enalapril (Vasotec); indomethacin (Indocin); lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); medications for arthritis, diabetes, or high blood pressure; potassium supplements; and vitamins. Do not take this medicine if you are taking amiloride or spironolactone.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had diabetes, gout, or kidney or liver disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Hydrochlorothiazide, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Dyazide.
• you should know that Hydrochlorothiazide may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
• plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Dyazide may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.

What should I do if I forget a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

What side effects can Dyazide cause?

Although side effects from Dyazide are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• upset stomach
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• loss of appetite
• stomach pain
• gas
• frequent urination
• dizziness
• headache

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• muscle weakness or cramps
• rash
• difficulty breathing or swallowing
• fatigue
• slow or irregular heartbeat
• sore throat
• severe dry mouth
• unusual bruising or bleeding

What storage conditions are needed for Dyazide?

Keep Hydrochlorothiazide in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medicine that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medicine.

What other information should I know?

Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your blood pressure should be checked regularly, and blood tests should be done occasionally. Do not let anyone else take your medicine. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.