Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Hypertension Age: Adult |
Dose: Tablet – 1 tablet (40 mg/12.5 mg) Frequency: once daily Note: May increase to 40 mg/25 mg after 2-4 weeks as needed to achieve blood pressure goals; not to exceed 40 mg/25 mg daily. |
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Indication: Hypertension Age: Adult Condition: Switching from ARB or diuretic monotherapy |
Dose: Tablet – 40 mg/12.5 mg Frequency: once daily Note: Initiate by mouth. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Age: Pediatric |
Dose: Not specified Note: Safety and efficacy not established |
Renal Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Condition: Renal impairment Mild-to-moderate (estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate 30 mL/min/1.73 square meter or greater) |
Dose: Tablet – No dose adjustment required Note: Chlorthalidone may precipitate azotemia |
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Condition: Renal impairment Severe (estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate less than 30 mL/min/1.73 square meter) |
Dose: Tablet – Safety and effectiveness not established Note: Chlorthalidone may precipitate azotemia |
Administration
- Can be taken with or without food
- Take at same time each day
Side Effect
- Dizziness (8.9%)
- Fatigue (2%)
- Hypotension (1.7%)
- Syncope (0.3%)
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
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NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Diclofenac, Celecoxib, Meloxicam, Indomethacin, Piroxicam, Ketorolac), including selective COX-2 inhibitors
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May result in deterioration of renal function in elderly, volume-depleted patients or those with compromised renal function
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Angiotensin receptor blockers, ACE Inhibitors (Captopril, Enalapril, Lisinopril, Ramipril, Benazepril, Fosinopril, Quinapril, Perindopril), aliskiren
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Increased risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia & changes in renal function (including acute renal failure)
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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Anuria
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Can worsen kidney problems
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Hypersensitivity
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Can cause severe allergic reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store in a cool & dry place, away from light and children.
Data Sources
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