Hydrochlorothiazide
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
Overview:
Hydrochlorothiazide is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention (edema). It belongs to a group of drugs called thiazide diuretics, which help the body get rid of extra salt and water through urine.
Classification:Thiazide diuretics
Uses:
Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and swelling (edema) caused by problems like heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. It helps remove extra salt and water from the body through urine. It is also used to help prevent kidney stones and manage high calcium levels in the urine.
How it works:
Hydrochlorothiazide works by acting on the distal part of the kidney tubules to block the reabsorption of sodium and chloride. This causes more salt and water to be passed out in the urine, which helps to reduce blood volume and lower blood pressure. It also leads to some loss of potassium. Over time, it helps relax blood vessels, which further helps to control high blood pressure.
Dosage:
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects:
Increased urination
Weakness or tiredness
Headache
Dizziness
Muscle cramps
Precautions:
Before taking hydrochlorothiazide, tell your doctor if you have problems like kidney, liver, heart disease, diabetes, or gout. This medicine can change your blood salt or sugar levels, so you may need some tests. It might make you feel dizzy, so get up slowly. Avoid too much alcohol, and don’t use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding without your doctor’s advice. Also, tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking.
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
Nebivolol
NEBIVOLOL:
Overview:
Nebivolol is a drug that assists your heart to do its work easily. It reduces high blood pressure by decreasing the rate of your heartbeat and easing your blood vessels, this way, blood can move easily. This relieves your heart of some of the pressure and maintains it healthy.
Classification:Selective Beta-1 Adrenergic Blocker (also called cardioselective beta-blocker)
Uses:
Nebivolol assists people with hypertension by facilitating blood pumping by the heart. It backs people with heart failure, assisting the heart to beat more softly and effectively.It also can reduce the likelihood of catastrophic issues like heart attacks or strokes.
How it works:
Nebivolol lowers your heart rate and relaxes your blood vessels. This helps in pumping blood by your heart and makes the blood flow easier. So blood pressure is lowered and the heart doesn’t work as much.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Tiredness or fatigue
Nausea or stomach discomfort
Slow heartbeat
Shortness of breath
Precautions:
Prior to receiving Nebivolol, it is needed to inform your physician if you suffer from any types of heart issues such as slow heart rate or heart failure. If you have asthma or other respiratory diseases, the drug can at times exacerbate the symptoms. Diabetics need to be vigilant because Nebivolol can mask hypoglycemic symptoms as tachycardia. Your doctor might have to titrate your dose, particularly when you have problems in the liver. Unless your doc says so, they shouldn’t be taken during pregnancy or breast feeding. Abrupt d/c of this drug may cause surges in BP or exacerbate cardiac status. Shun alcohol-drinking as there is a likelihood that you will become even more dizzied and drowsy with this med.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
