Lozol is a prescription drug that is used for treating fluid retention and controlling high blood pressure. This eMedTV page explains how Lozol works and offers a more in-depth look at its dosing information and potential side effects.
Fatigue, infections, and dizziness are the most common Lozol side effects seen in clinical trials. This eMedTV resource lists other common side effects of Lozol and describes potentially serious problems that require immediate medical attention.
Lozol is used for treating water retention caused by congestive heart failure and high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment discusses Lozol uses in more detail, including information on whether the drug should be used in children.
The recommended Lozol dosage for high blood pressure control is 1.25 mg once a day. This article from the eMedTV Web site also offers Lozol dosing recommendations for treating water retention and offers tips and precautions for taking the drug.
Digoxin, lithium, and other blood pressure medicines may interact with Lozol. Drug interactions, as this eMedTV page explains, can increase drug levels in your blood and cause side effects like low potassium levels or extremely low blood pressure.
Before taking Lozol, let your doctor know if you have kidney disease or kidney failure, gout, or diabetes. This eMedTV segment lists other important Lozol warnings and precautions, and includes information on who should not take the drug.
Since brand-name Lozol is no longer being manufactured, only generic Lozol is available on the market. As this eMedTV article explains, generic Lozol comes in two strengths and is produced by a number of different drug companies.
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