Accuretic is used for treating high blood pressure. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Accuretic is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor and thiazide diuretic combination. It works by causing blood vessels to relax (widen) and increasing the excretion of excess fluid, which lowers blood pressure.
Most important: Accuretic may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Accuretic with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Accuretic may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
Patients who take medicine for high blood pressure often feel tired or run down for a few weeks after starting treatment. Be sure to take your medicine even if you may not feel “normal.” Tell your doctor if you develop any new symptoms.
Accuretic has magnesium in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has magnesium in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Accuretic may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Accuretic. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.
Dehydration, excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea may lead to a fall in blood pressure. Contact your health care provider at once if any of these symptoms occur.
Check with your doctor before you use a salt substitute or a product that has potassium in it.
Accuretic may lower the ability of your body to fight infection. Avoid contact with people who have colds or infections. Tell your doctor if you notice signs of infection like fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
Accuretic may not work as well in black patients. They may also be at greater risk of side effects. Contact your doctor if symptoms do not improve or if they become worse.
It may take 1 to 2 weeks for Accuretic to work. Do not stop taking Accuretic without checking with your doctor.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Accuretic before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Diabetes patients – Accuretic may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, blood pressure, complete blood cell counts, and blood electrolytes, may be performed while you use Accuretic. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Accuretic with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Accuretic should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Accuretic may cause birth defects and fetal or newborn death if you take it while you are pregnant. Do not become pregnant while you take it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. Accuretic is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Accuretic, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.