Medicine Description moduretic 5/50 mg
Moduretic tablets are a diuretic medication that combines two active ingredients which help lower blood pressure and eliminate excess fluids from the body. This medication is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention caused by heart or kidney diseases.
What are the ingredients of Moduretic?
Moduretic consists of the following components:
- Amiloride
- Hydrochlorothiazide
It is a combination of a potassium-sparing diuretic and a thiazide diuretic.
Indications for using Moduretic
It is used to treat the following conditions:
- High blood pressure
- Fluid retention caused by heart diseases
- Swelling due to kidney or liver disorders
- Prevention of potassium deficiency caused by other diuretics
What are the dosages of Moduretic?
The dosage is determined according to the condition and includes:
- One tablet daily, or as directed by the doctor
- Preferably taken in the morning to reduce nighttime urination
- The dose should not be adjusted without medical advice
What are the side effects of Moduretic?
It may cause the appearance of some symptoms, including:
- Dizziness or headache
- Stomach disturbances
- Elevated potassium levels in the blood
- Skin rash or itching
- Changes in blood test results