Generic Lozol (Indapamide) 1.5mg & 2.5mg

Indapamide is an antihypertensive drug that is prescribed for the treatment of hypertension and edema.

 

Indapamide is administered to patients in its recommended form which include 1.5 Mg for hypertensive patients and 2.5 Mg for fluid retention patients. This medication may be taken orally with or without food once daily. Elderly persons are recommended to take a lower dosage of the drug.

 

This medication is used to treat hypertensive and edema cases that may result from congestive heart failure. It is recommended for users to use this drug 4 hours before going to bed to prevent waking up during the night to urinate. In order for patients to leap the full benefits of this medication, it is recommended for them to continuously use the drug for the prescribed time even when they feel well.

 

Lozol has more positive effects than its adverse effects. Some of its side effects include;

• Dehydration. This may result due to too much body fluid loss.

• Hypokalemia. This is a condition that is caused by too much potassium in the blood.

• Hypomagnesaemia. This condition involves low concentration of magnesium in the blood.

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Fatigue

• Hypotension

• Nervousness

• Impotence 

• Irritation

In cases where a person experiences one or some of the listed side effects of Indapamide, one should consult a specialist.

 

 

Patients with a nervousness history should reveal such information to the specialist before taking this medication. 

Patients should prevent unnecessary sun exposure as much as possible during medication as Indapamide may make the body more sensitive to the sun rays.

Patients with allergic reactions history should inform the specialist of it so as to help the specialist make a more informed decision before prescribing Indapamide to him.