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Avalide

Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan (hyde droe klor oh THYE a zide and ER beh sar tan)
Brand Names: Avalide

What are hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan?

Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor inhibitor, also called angiotensin II receptor antagonist, and is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It increases the amount of water and salt you lose in your urine and decreases edema (swelling or fluid retention).

Together, hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan are used to reduce hypertension (high blood pressure).

Hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan?

Who should not take hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan?

Before taking hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan, tell your doctor if you

• have diabetes;

• have gout;

• have a collagen vascular disease such as systemic lupus erythematosus;

• have pancreatitis;

• have kidney disease;
• have liver disease;

• have high levels of cholesterol or triglycerides in your blood;

• have high levels of potassium in your blood; or

• are taking potassium a supplement (e.g., K-Dur, Klor-Con, others), or a potassium-sparing diuretic such as amiloride (Midamor), triamterene (Dyrenium, Dyazide, Maxzide), or spironolactone (Aldactone).

You may not be able to take hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

How should I take hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan?

Take hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan can be taken with or without food.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of an overdose of hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan are not well known but may include dizziness, weakness, fainting, fatigue, low blood pressure, and changes in heart rate.

What should I avoid while taking hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan?

Avoid a diet high in salt. Too much salt may cause your body to retain water. Talk to your doctor before making changes in your diet.

Avoid becoming overheated in hot weather. It is easy to become dangerously dehydrated while you are taking hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan.

Hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• fast heartbeats;

• little or no urine;

• unusual fatigue, abnormal bleeding or bruising;

• yellow skin or eyes;

• confusion; or

• fainting.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take the medication and talk to your doctor if you experience

• dizziness;

• nausea or upset stomach;

• diarrhea;

• headache;

• cough;

• muscle pain or cramps;

• rash; or

• anxiety or nervousness.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan?

Before taking hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan, tell your doctor if you are taking

• a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con, and others;

• a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill) such as amiloride (Midamor), spironolactone (Aldactone), or triamterene (Dyrenium, Dyazide, Maxzide);

• a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Nuprin), ketoprofen (Orudis, Orudis KT, Oruvail), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), indomethacin (Indocin), nabumetone (Relafen), oxaprozin (Daypro), naproxen (Naprosyn, Anaprox, Aleve), and others;

• an oral diabetes medication such as glipizide (Glucotrol), glyburide (Micronase, Glynase, Diabeta), chlorpropamide (Diabinese), tolazamide (Tolinase), or tolbutamide (Orinase);

• a steroid medicine such as prednisone (Orasone, Deltasone, others), methylprednisolone (Medrol), prednisolone (Pediapred, Prelone), and others;

• cholestyramine (Questran) or colestipol (Colestid);

• lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith, others); or

• digoxin (Lanoxin).

You may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Hydrochlorothiazide and irbesartan is available with a prescription under the brand name Avalide. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Avalide12.5/150 mg-peach, oval tablets

• Avalide 12.5/300 mg-peach, oval tablets

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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