What Alternate Names Are There For Flumezide? Rauzide, Rauwolfia Serpentia W/bfmtz
Who is the Manufacturer of Flumezide? Econolab
What is Flumezide Used For? This combination medication lowers blood pressure. It is used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).
How To Use Flumezide
Take Flumezide exactly as prescribed. Try to take it at the same time each day. Take this with food or milk to avoid stomach irritation unless otherwise directed by your doctor. It is important to continue taking Flumezide even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. Do not stop taking Flumezide without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when Flumezide is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
Flumezide Side Effects
Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nasal congestion, frequent urination or fatigue may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, change positions slowly. Avoid prolonged standing and be careful on stairs. Inform your doctor if you develop: chest pain, an irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, depression, impotence, stomach cramps, skin rash, nervousness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Flumezide Precautions
Flumezide may increase sensitivity to sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure. Wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen. Flumezide should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Small amounts of Flumezide appear in breast milk. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding. Warning to diabetic patients: Flumezide may raise your blood sugar. It is best to avoid alcohol and becoming over-heated because of an increased likelihood of lightheadedness and dizziness. Be sure your doctor knows your complete medical history especially if: you are prone to depression, you have ulcers or gallstones. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to sulfa drugs. You may also be allergic to Flumezide.
Flumezide Drug Interactions
Inform your doctor about all the medicine you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), digoxin. Avoid any drugs that increase your heart rate or make you excited, like decongestants, because it may interfere with your blood pressure medicine. Decongestants are commonly found in cough-and-cold medicines. If your medicine contains a thiazide and you take colestipol or cholestyramine, take the diuretic 1 hour before or 4 hours after the cholesterol-lowering medicine because of decreased adsorption. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Flumezide Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, drowsiness, coma, slow heartbeat, dizziness, slow or shallow breathing, diarrhea, vomiting, muscle stiffness, leg pain, tremors, or unconsciousness.
Missed Flumezide Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up. Check with your doctor if 2 or more doses have been missed.
Flumezide Storage
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
