What is Hyzaar? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Hyzaar

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

What to do if you miss a dose of Hyzaar

Hyzaar contraindications - Who shouldn't take Hyzaar?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to losartan or hydrochlorothiazide, if you are pregnant, or if you are not able to form urine (anuria).

Hyzaar warnings

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy, especially in your second or third trimester. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease (including cirrhosis), heart failure, diabetes, gout, high cholesterol, lupus, trouble urinating, or a history of asthma or allergies.

• This medicine may cause the following problems: Kidney problemsLow or high levels of minerals in your blood, including potassium and sodiumEye or vision problems, including glaucomaIncreased risk for skin cancer

• This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much, especially when you first use it or if you are dehydrated. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel dizzy or lightheaded. Do not drive or do anything dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

• Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

• This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Hyzaar interactions & what to avoid when taking Hyzaar

• Do not use this medicine together with aliskiren if you have diabetes.

• Some foods and medicines can affect how this medicine works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Lithium, insulin or other diabetes medicineAnother blood pressure medicineDiuretic (water pill)NSAID pain or arthritis medicine (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)

• Ask your doctor before you use any medicine, supplement, or salt substitute that contains potassium.

• If you also use cholestyramine or colestipol, take it at least 4 hours after you take this medicine.

• Alcohol, narcotic pain relievers, or sleeping pills may cause you to feel more lightheaded, dizzy, or faint when used with this medicine.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.