Dyazide 

Dyazide 37.5-25? 

The active ingredients in Dyazide are hydrochlorothiazide and triamterene.  Dyazide is a diuretic taken orally.  The numbers after the name indicate the amount of the two drugs that are in Dyazide.  Triamterene content is 37.5 grams, and there are 25 grams of hydrochlorothiazide in each Dyazide pill.  Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic and antihypertensive ingredient and triamterene prevents the body from absorbing too much salt while keeping potassium levels from getting low. 

Dyazide is used primarily to treat edema (retention of fluids) and hypertension.  Dyazide may have other uses that are not mentioned in this publication. 

Dyazide Prescribing Information:

Your doctor should be aware of all your health problems before prescribing Dyazide.  You should not take Dyazide if you have kidney disease, an imbalance of potassium in your body, or urination problems.  Do not use Dyazide if you are on other medications for the same purpose.  Do not use Dyazide if you have hyperkalemia (high potassium levels), an allergy to sulfa drugs, or a history of kidney stones. 

Before you use Dyazide, tell your doctor if you have liver or heart disease, gout, lupus, any pancreas disorder, diabetes, or problems breathing.  If you are using a blood pressure medicine or steroids, inform your doctor before taking Dyazide. 

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant in the near future.  Do not take Dyazide without your doctor's permission if you are nursing a baby.  Dyazide can be harmful to an unborn baby. 

Avoid alcohol consumption while you are taking Dyazide because it may cause side effects.  Avoid a high salt diet because it will cause the body to retain water, making Dyazide less effective.  Do not use substitutes for salt or drink low-sodium milk that contains potassium because it can escalate potassium levels too high while taking Dyazide. 

Do not become overheated or dehydrated while taking Dyazide.  Avoid strenuous exercise in hot weather when you take Dyazide.  Follow your physician's advice on the types and amounts of liquid to drink while you are taking Dyazide. Consuming too much liquid can be unsafe, just the same as consuming too little. 

Dyazide Meniere's Disease 

Meniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that is named for the first man to contract it.  Dyazide is one of the drugs used to treat this malady.  The disease causes episodes of vertigo, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), temporary hearing loss, and a feeling of fullness or pressure in the ears.  Dyazide is effective in relieving some of the symptoms of this incurable disease. 

Dyazide Side Effects 

Side effects of Dyazide may include any of the following: 

Shallow breathing

Irregular heartbeat

Numbness or tingling

Muscle weakness or pain

Tremors

Confusion

Nausea and stomach pain

Jaundice

Dizziness with headaches

Skin rashes

Loss of appetite

While there is little possibility of serious complications from using Dyazide, inform your doctor of any problems you may have.  Dyazide is generally safe to use on its own, but the introduction of other drugs can cause unusual problems.