HCTZ is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. HCTZ is used to treat fluid retention (edema)in … See more

You should not use HCTZ if you are allergic to hydrochlorothiazide or if you are unable to urinate. Before using HCTZ, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, gl… See more

You should not use HCTZ if you are allergic to hydrochlorothiazide, or if you are unable to urinate. To make sure HCTZ is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: 1. kidney dise… See more

Take HCTZ exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasi… See more

Usual Adult Dose of HCTZ for Edema: Usual dose: 25 mg to 100 mg orally once or twice daily Comments: -Some patients respond to intermittent therapy, (i.e., administrati… See more