Minor HCTZ Side Effects
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Studies have shown that HCTZ side effects are typically mild in nature and may not pose any serious problems for the user. Most minor side effects will not require treatment or cause the patient to stop using the medicine as prescribed by a doctor. However, there may be some instances in which HCTZ side effects may be serious and, therefore, should be recorded and reported to a medical professional as soon as possible.
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a prescription drug that is often recommended and prescribed for lowering high blood pressure or to combat hypertension and/or edema. It may or may not be used with other drugs.
The following is a partial list of potential side effects and are the result of a clinical study. The side effects that are listed below One group ingested the drug; the second was the control group. Both groups experienced similar side effects, even those in the group that did not ingest the drug. For a comprehensive list, refer to the literature enclosed with the prescription medication, research prescription drug facts or speak to a doctor regarding information about prescription drugs.
HCTZSide Effects:
- Weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness or vertigo (a spinning sensation).
- Increased blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
- Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting and/or stomach cramps.
- Hair loss.
- Increased sun sensitivity.
- Electrolyte imbalances, including hyponatremia, hypokalemia and hypochloremia.
- Hypotension.
- Erectile dysfunction.
- Muscle spasms including twitching.
- Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).
