Chlorthalidone

Alternate Name: Thalitone

Dosage Form: Tablet

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Cardiovascular Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 25 MG

Warnings: Hemiclor„¢: It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Hemiclor„¢: Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, heart failure, diabetes, gout, lupus, pancreas problems, or trouble urinating. Tell your doctor if you are on a low-salt diet. This medicine may cause kidney problems. This medicine may make you dizzy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert. 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. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Food Warnings: Some foods and medicines can affect how chlorthalidone works. Tell your doctor if you are also using any of the following: Bepridil, cholestyramine, colestipol, digoxin, lithium, or tubocurarineDiabetes medicineOther blood pressure medicinesSteroid medicine, Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine., This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Use a sunscreen when you are outdoors. Avoid sunlamps and tanning beds.