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Aldoril

Aldoril is used for:

Treating high blood pressure.

Aldoril is an antihypertensive and thiazide diuretic combination. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels and by making the kidneys eliminate sodium (salt) and water from the body, which helps to lower blood pressure.

Do NOT use Aldoril if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Aldoril or to other sulfonamide-derived drugs
• you have severe liver disease (eg, acute hepatitis, cirrhosis), previous liver problems due to methyldopa, adrenal gland problems (eg, pheochromocytoma), or an inability to urinate
• you have a history of autoimmune hemolytic anemia
• you are taking dofetilide, ketanserin, lithium, or a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Aldoril :

Some medical conditions may interact with Aldoril . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a history of kidney or liver problems, bronchial asthma, lupus, adrenal gland problems (eg, pheochromocytoma), low sodium, low potassium, gout, or diabetes

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Aldoril . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), diazoxide, digoxin, MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), narcotics (eg, codeine), or other medicines for high blood pressure (eg, atenolol) because the side effects of Aldoril may be increased
• Dofetilide, ketanserin, or lithium because the risk of irregular heartbeat and seizures may be increased
• Cholestyramine, colestipol, iron, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen), or vitamins with iron because the effectiveness of Aldoril may be decreased
• Insulin or oral medicines for diabetes (eg, glyburide) because effectiveness may be decreased by Aldoril

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Aldoril may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Aldoril :

Use Aldoril as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Aldoril may be taken with or without food.
• Take Aldoril regularly to receive the most benefit from it. Taking Aldoril at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
• If you take cholestyramine, colestipol, iron, or vitamins with iron, do not take them at the same time you take Aldoril . Talk with your doctor about how you should take cholestyramine, colestipol, iron, or vitamins with iron with Aldoril .
• When you first start taking Aldoril , it may cause an increase in the amount of urine or in the frequency of urination. To prevent this from interrupting your sleep, try not to take a dose later than 6 pm.
• If you miss a dose of Aldoril , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Aldoril .

Important safety information:

• Aldoril may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Aldoril . Using Aldoril alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
• Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting can occur when rising from a seated or lying position. If this occurs, avoid sudden changes in posture.
• Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medications that cause drowsiness (eg, sedatives, tranquilizers) while taking this medicine. Aldoril will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.
• Aldoril may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Aldoril . Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.
• Your doctor may have prescribed a potassium supplement for you. If so, follow the dosing carefully. Do not start taking additional potassium on your own or change your diet to include more potassium without first checking with your doctor.
• Patients being treated for high blood pressure often feel tired or run down for a few weeks after beginning therapy. Continue taking your medication even though you may not feel "normal." Contact your doctor or pharmacist about any new symptoms.
• Diabetes patients - Aldoril may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine.
• Aldoril may interfere with certain lab tests, including urinary catecholamine tests, parathyroid function tests, and uric acid tests. Be sure all medical and laboratory personnel know you are taking Aldoril .
• Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Aldoril .
• LAB TESTS, including blood cell counts, direct Coombs tests, serum electrolytes, kidney function, and liver function tests, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Use Aldoril with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
• Aldoril is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is unknown if Aldoril can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant while taking Aldoril , discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Aldoril during pregnancy. Aldoril is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Aldoril .

Possible side effects of Aldoril :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abnormal skin sensations; blurred vision; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness or lightheadedness drowsiness; dry mouth; gas; headache; tiredness or weakness.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blurred vision; chest pain; fainting; fever; involuntary muscle movements; joint pain; loss of appetite; nightmares; red, swollen, or blistered skin; restlessness; severe dizziness or lightheadedness; severe stomach pain; slow heartbeat; sore throat; unusual muscle pain or spasms; unusual swelling or weight gain; weakness; yellowing of skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include fainting; severe drowsiness, dizziness, or weakness; slow heartbeat.

Store Aldoril at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Aldoril out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Aldoril , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Aldoril is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Aldoril . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.