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° You are pregnant or intend to become pregnant. This medicine should not be used during preg-nancy, because of possible risks to the fetus. ° You are breast-feeding or intend to breast-feed. ° You have any of these conditions: Text Continues Below
-diabetes
-heart or blood vessel disease
-liver disease
-kidney disease Your physician also needs to know if you are taking any other medication, whether on prescription or otherwise. It is particularly important to inform your physician if you are taking: ° Diuretics or "water pills"; any other medicines to reduce blood pressure; potassium-containing medicines, potassium supplements, salt substitutes that contain potassium, lithium (a drug used to treat a certain kind of depression) or certain pain and arthritis medicines. You should also inform your physician if you are vomiting or have severe diarrhea. This medicine is not recommended for children. PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICINE ° Take this medicine exactly as your physician ordered. ° The absorption of this medicine is not affected by food; so it can be taken with or without a meal. ° Try to take your medicine every day at the same time. This way it becomes easy to remember your doses. ° If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if no more than 6 hours have elapsed since the missed dose, you may take that day's dose of medication and then go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose. ° In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately so that medical attention may be given promptly. The most likely symptom would be a feeling of lightheadedness or dizziness due to a sudden or excessive drop in blood pressure. ° Store your tablets at 15° C-30° C, in a tightly closed container, away from heat and direct light, and out of damp places, such as the bathroom or kitchen. Page: << Prev | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next >>
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