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| Drug Name |
METOLAZONE |
| Active Ingredient(s) |
METOLAZONE |
Form(s) and
Strength(s) Available |
TABLET; ORAL:10MG |
Product Information / Press Release
Metolazone is a diuretic drug (sometimes known as water tablets). The drug removes salt and water from the body. It is used to treat a build up of fluid.
Metolazone is commonly used in combination with another water tablet (for example frusemide or bumetanide) for a short course of treatment to remove a large build up of fluid.
Precautions
Most people taking metolazone feel very well. Some people get stomach upsets, muscle cramps, headaches or feel dizzy.
Other information
- Metolazone is best taken in the morning
- Please stay on your usual daily diet and daily intake of fluids unless your doctor advises you to alter them.
- Sometimes, metolazone causes the body to lose a salt called potassium. If necessary, your doctor will ask you to eat more potassium containing foods such as bananas or chocolate or give you a course of potassium tablets to take.
The drug may occasionally be used to reduce high blood pressure.
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