Congestive Heart Failure Articles A-Z
Diarrhea and a dry mouth are among the possible side effects of Dyazide. This eMedTV Web page lists additional side effects seen with the drug, as well as a few Dyazide side effects that are potentially serious and may require medical attention.
Dyazide uses can include controlling high blood pressure and treating fluid retention. This eMedTV article describes in detail how the drug works to treat these conditions. It also examines off-label Dyazide uses and the use of the drug in children.
Dyazide Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV resource offers several Dyazide warnings and precautions people should be aware of before taking the drug (including things to discuss with your doctor before you take Dyazide and people who shouldn't take it at all).
Edecrin is a medicine that can be prescribed to treat fluid retention. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains how the diuretic works, offers general dosage information for Edecrin, and describes possible side effects of the drug.
Common Edecrin alternatives can include other medications or lifestyle changes. This eMedTV article describes lifestyle changes you can make to help with fluid retention and lists other diuretics that can be used as alternatives to Edecrin.
Edecrin may reduce the amount of breast milk produced by a nursing mother. This eMedTV article discusses Edecrin and breastfeeding in more detail and also explains the possible risks involved with using the drug while nursing.
The full risks of using Edecrin during pregnancy are not known. This segment of the eMedTV archives discusses Edecrin and pregnancy in more detail and explains the possible risks and benefits of using the drug while pregnant.
Most adults start with an Edecrin dosage of 50 mg a day. This section of the eMedTV library also contains Edecrin dosing recommendations for children and offers tips and general precautions for those taking the diuretic.
When medicines such as digoxin, warfarin, or NSAIDs are taken with Edecrin, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV resource lists other medications that can interact with Edecrin and describes the possible effects of these drug interactions.
Signs of an Edecrin overdose can include dry mouth, weakness, or increased thirst. This eMedTV segment describes other possible effects of an Edecrin overdose and lists various treatment options that are currently available.
Possible Edecrin side effects include headache, blurred vision, and fatigue. As this eMedTV Web page explains, while most side effects are minor, some may require immediate medical attention, such as severe diarrhea, dehydration, or seizures.
Edecrin is used for the treatment of fluid retention caused by certain medical conditions. This eMedTV article discusses Edecrin uses in more detail, explains whether the drug can be used in children, and lists possible "off-label" uses for the drug.
Edecrin Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV page lists Edecrin warnings and precautions, and includes a list of people who may not be suitable for the medication. For example, you should stop taking it if you experience severe diarrhea or worsened kidney function.
Several companies currently make generic Aldactazide, which is sold as Spironolactone-HCTZ tablets. This eMedTV page explains what strengths are available for generic Aldactazide and lists the drug companies that currently manufacture the product.
Generic Aldactone, which is sold as Spironolactone tablets, is available in three different strengths. This eMedTV page describes generic Aldactone in more detail and lists the various companies that currently manufacture a generic form of the drug.
In 2011, the patent on candesartan will expire, which would allow a generic version to be manufactured. This eMedTV segment explains why there is currently no version of generic candesartan available on the market.