Chlorthalidone: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Chlorthalidone Benefits & Uses

Chlorthalidone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Edema

Other Benefits

Heart Failure
Swelling during Pregnancy

Chlorthalidone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chlorthalidone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chlorthalidone is used -

Common

Dizziness
Loss of appetite
Gastric Irritation
Impotence
Decreased Magnesium Level in Blood
Decreased potassium level in blood

Chlorthalidone Related Warnings

Is the use of Chlorthalidone safe for pregnant women?

Chlorthalidone rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Chlorthalidone safe during breastfeeding?

Chlorthalidone may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorthalidone on the Kidneys?

Chlorthalidone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorthalidone on the Liver?

Side effects of Chlorthalidone rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Chlorthalidone on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Chlorthalidone on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Chlorthalidone with Other Drugs

Chlorthalidone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Codeine

Saxagliptin

Omeprazole

Chlorthalidone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlorthalidone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Potassium Deficiency
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorthalidone

Is this Chlorthalidone habit forming or addictive?

Chlorthalidone does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Chlorthalidone can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Chlorthalidone only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Chlorthalidone for mental disorders.

No

Chlorthalidone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chlorthalidone

Taking Chlorthalidone with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlorthalidone

Consuming Chlorthalidone with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Chlorthalidone

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Chlorthalidone at night?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Chlorthalidone can be taken at night but you are advised to take it in the morning to avoid sleep disturbances caused by excessive urination during the night.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Chlorthalidone on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Chlorthalidone should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Chlorthalidone cause hair loss?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Chlorthalidone may cause hair loss. If you are experiencing severe hair loss after taking this drug, you are advised to consult it with your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Chlorthalidone with amoxicillin?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, you can use Chlorthalidone in combination with amoxicillin. There is no such drug-drug interaction was found, but you should always take this medicine after consulting your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Chlorthalidone cause itching or rashes?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Chlorthalidone may cause itching or rashes but it occurs rarely. If you experience excessive rashes or itching then consult it with your doctor without any further delay.