Indapamide (Systemic)
Brand Names : Lozol, Lozide, Apo-Indapamide, Gen-Indapamide, Novo-Indapamide, Nu-Indapamide
Proper Use of This MedicineIndapamide
may cause you to have an unusual feeling of tiredness when you begin to take
it. You may also notice an increase in the amount of urine or in your frequency
of urination. After taking the medicine for a while, these effects should
lessen. In general, to keep the increase in urine from affecting your sleep:
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If you are to take a single dose a day, take it in the morning after
breakfast.
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If you are to take more than one dose a day, take the last dose no
later than 6 p.m., unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
However, it is best to plan your dose or doses according to a schedule
that will least affect your personal activities and sleep. Ask your health
care professional to help you plan the best time to take this medicine.
To help you remember to take indapamide, try to get into the habit of taking
it at the same time each day.
For patients taking indapamide for high blood pressure
:
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In addition to the use of the medicine your doctor has prescribed,
treatment for your high blood pressure may include weight control and care
in the types of foods you eat, especially foods high in sodium. Your doctor
will tell you which of these are most important for you. You should check
with your doctor before changing your diet.
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Many patients who have high blood pressure will not notice any signs
of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal. It is very important that you
take your medicine exactly as directed
and that
you keep your appointments with your doctor even if you feel well.
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Remember that this medicine will not cure your high blood pressure
but it does help control it. Therefore, you must continue to take it as directed
if you expect to lower your blood pressure and keep it down. You may have to take high blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life
. If high blood pressure is not treated, it can cause serious problems
such as heart failure, blood vessel disease, stroke, or kidney disease.
Dosing - The dose of indapamide will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label
. The following information includes only the
average doses of indapamide. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so:
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For oral
dosage forms (tablets):
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Adults: 2.5 to 5 milligrams once a day.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as
soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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