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About Metoz 2.5 Tablet

METOLAZONE is an antihypertensive drug that is used for the treatment of hypertension. METOLAZONE comes under the category of thiazide diuretic that prevents the body to absorb an excessive amount of salt that may cause fluid retention in the body. High blood pressure is known as hypertension. This is a medical condition, in which high blood pressure is exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessel. Due to this, the heart has to work harder to pump the supply of blood in the whole body. Hypertension can put a person on severe health complications including stroke, heart failure, heart attack, and aneurysm.

Blood pressure is defined by the amount of blood pumped by the heart and the amount of resistance exerted by the arteries against the blood flow. During hypertension, arteries become narrower and the heart starts pumping more blood resulting in high blood pressure. Uncontrolled blood pressure can put a person at risk of serious diseases.

The mechanism of METOLAZONE is to inhibit the reabsorption of sodium in the body, resulting in an increase in chloride, sodium, and water excretion through urine. The shift in electrolytes and sodium level reduces the vascular resistance and makes the heart work normally. The production of diuresis and removal of excessive salt and fluid helps to lower down the blood pressure.

METOLAZONE is an oral medication that means to be taken by mouth. Follow the doctor's instructions carefully, and take METOLAZONE in the same way as directed by the doctor. Do not increase or reduce the dose and tell them about all the medicines and health problems. Do not change the dosage, stop, or start the METOLAZONE without checking with the doctor. METOLAZONE can make a person feel dizzy, so, one should avoid doing activities like driving that need mental alertness. Along with the desired effects, METOLAZONE may cause some side effects including headache, vomiting, itching, etc. Some of the side effects of METOLAZONE do not require medical attention and will pass with time. However, if a person is facing serious side effects or the side effects do not go away in a couple of days, then they must consult with their doctor about it.

Uses of Metoz 2.5 Tablet

Hypertension
 

Medicinal Benefits of Metoz 2.5 Tablet

METOLAZONE is prescribed for treating high blood pressure. Being a diuretic medication, METOLAZONE enhances the excretion of sodium and water through urine by restricting the absorption of sodium in the tubes of the nephron. If high blood pressure is not controlled for a longer time, then arteries and the heart will not be able to function properly. This may further increase the chances of damage of blood vessels of the brain resulting in heart attack, serious kidney failure. However, taking METOLAZONE at right time can control the blood pressure and make the heart to function properly.

Directions for Use

METOLAZONE is an oral medication that needs to be taken by mouth. METOLAZONE can be taken with or without food as suggested by the doctor, usually once a day. Being a diuretic medication, if a person takes METOLAZONE too close to bed-time, then they need to wake up in the night to urinate. Therefore, one should maintain a gap of at least 4 hours between intake of METOLAZONE and sleep time. Never stop or start the METOLAZONE without asking with the doctor as it may require at least 3-6 weeks to see a lowering of blood pressure.

Side Effects of Metoz 2.5 Tablet

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

The most commonly seen side effects of METOLAZONE include blurred vision, abdominal pain, dry mouth, headache, constipation, itching, rashes, facial swelling, fever, etc. These side-effects may occur in the initial days of starting the course and will improve with time, as the body is adjusting to this medication. If any of these side effects worsen or do not get improved, then notify to doctor. Remember, this medicine is prescribed to a person because their doctor has considered the benefits above the side effects. Even many people do not face any single side effect.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This is an oral medicine that can interact with different medicines. To prevent such interaction one should tell their doctor about all the medications they are taking or if they have a previous drug history. Some drugs that can interact with METOLAZONE including other diuretic medications (furosemide, torsemide), other blood pressure drugs belonging to the category of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (benazepril, perindopril, fosinopril, captopril), and Blood thinners (anticoagulants) including warfarin.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 METOLAZONE can interact with certain diseases so it is advisable to tell the doctor about the past or current medical history including anuria (kidneys aren't producing urine)/ renal dysfunction, fluid or electrolyte imbalance, liver disease, lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune inflammatory disease-causing scaly red patches on the skin), and asthma.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is best to avoid or limit alcohol intake. Alcohol may aggravate the side effects and may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure and dizziness.

PREGNANCY

The use of METOLAZONE is not allowed during pregnancy until or unless prescribed by the doctor. METOLAZONE can only be used during the pregnancy if the benefits of METOLAZONE are more in comparison to the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

METOLAZONE tends to pass in the breast milk, so talk to your doctor before taking this medicine. A high dose of METOLAZONE may reduce the production of milk so never take it without consulting with a doctor.

DRIVING

METOLAZONE could make a person feel dizzy or drowsy. Therefore it is advised to avoid driving or doing any task that needs a clear vision.

LIVER

METOLAZONE should be taken with caution as this is a diuretic medicine so, if a person is already dealing with liver disease, then METOLAZONE may cause serious loss of potassium from the body resulting in vomiting or diarrhea.

KIDNEY

METOLAZONE could cause a high level of nitrogen in the body. If a person is finding trouble urinating then the doctor will not allow the usage of METOLAZONE. However, the usage of METOLAZONE is contraindicated in patients whose kidneys are unable to produce urine.