Brand Name: Metoral
Drug Name: Metolazone
Other names: Zaroxolyn
Strength: 5mg
Packaging: Strip of 10
Form: Tab
Manufacturer: Dr Reddy
Country of Origin: India
Use
Metoral is a thiazide type diuretic used primarily to treat hypertension and reduce the risk of associated conditions such as congestive heart failure, heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems. It also reduces fluid retention and swelling resulted from heart or kidney disease. It works by reducing the amount of water reabsorbed by the kidney into the bloodstream, and as a result lowering blood pressure
Dosage and Administration
Always use as directed by your health care provider. Never change your dosage, start, or stop using Metoral unless advised by your health care provider. Dosage will vary dependent upon the condition and the patient being treated. It is important to stick to the course of medication prescribed by your health care provider even if you feel well.
Metoral is to be taken orally, with or without food. It is usually taken once daily in the morning or afternoon to avoid needing to wake up at night to urinate.
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If however it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue as normal. Never double-up a dose to compensate for a previous missed one.
Side Effect
The most common effect of Metoral is dehydration. Ensure you drink plenty of water whilst taking this medication.
The following side effects are usually mild, requiring no medical attention. If any persist, worsen, or become bothersome, inform your health care provider.
- Headaches
- Stomach pains
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Hair loss
- Abnormal thirst
- Muscle weakness
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Appetite change
Contact your health care provider as soon as possible if you experience any of the following more serious side effects.
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Abnormal bleeding or bruising
- Sore throat with a fever
- Numbness or tingling in the limbs
- Chest pains
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin
- Muscle cramps
- Confusion
- Dry mouth
- Decreased sexual ability
If you suspect you have suffered an allergic reaction to the medication, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of this include rashes, hives, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing, and severe dizziness.
Precautions
Prior to taking Metoral, discuss fully your medical history and any prescription or non-prescription medication you take with your health care provider. Always inform your health care provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, are breast feeding, or if you have had any of the following.
- Any allergies
- Any gout diseases
- Any kidney diseases
- Any thyroid or parathyroid diseases
- Diabetes
Whilst using Metoral:
- If diabetic, pay extra attention to your blood sugar level as it can be affected by this medication
- Metoral can reduce the body's potassium levels. Discuss with your health care provider how you can add potassium to your diet
- Avoid alcohol consumption
- Take special care when driving or operating heavy and dangerous machinery until you know how Metoral affects you
- Avoid any unnecessary or prolonged exposure to the sun
- Sit up slowly when rising from a lying or sitting position. This is to reduce dizziness and lightheadedness
- Attend regular check ups and keep all health care providers appointments
- Prior to undertaking any surgery, always inform the health care provider or dentist you are using Metoral
- Never share your medication, even with someone who has the same condition as you
- Inform your health care provider promptly if your condition worsens
- If you think you have overdosed, seek immediate medical attention
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