Indapamide
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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Indapamide 2.5mg Tablets
Manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals
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Indapamide Prescription Drug Information
Indapamide (By mouth)
Indapamide (in-DAP-a-mide)
Treats high blood pressure and fluid retention (edema). Indapamide is a diuretic (water pill).
Brand Name(s):Lozol
There may be other brand names for Indapamide.
When Indapamide Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Indapamide if you have ever had an allergic reaction to indapamide or to sulfa drugs, or if you are unable to urinate.
How to Use Indapamide:
Tablet
- Your doctor will tell you how much of Indapamide to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet. You may need to eat foods that are high in potassium (such as oranges or bananas) to prevent potassium loss while you are using Indapamide.
If a dose of Indapamide is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of Indapamide:
- Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Indapamide:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using digoxin (Lanoxin®) or lithium.
- Do not drink alcohol while you are using Indapamide.
Warnings While Using Indapamide:
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, lupus, or gout.
- Indapamide may make you dizzy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
- If you stop using Indapamide, your blood pressure may go up. High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Even if you feel well, do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor.
Possible Side Effects While Using Indapamide:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Chest pain (may be related to your disease and not a side effect)
- Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, problems urinating, nausea or vomiting
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- Severe diarrhea
- Skin rash or hives
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Indapamide, talk with your doctor:
- Headache
- Mild diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Trouble sleeping
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Indapamide, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
