Metolazone

Uses

Metolazone is used for hypertension (high blood pressure), heart failure, and kidney stones. It treats edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease.

How it Works

How Metolazone works Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic that lowers blood pressure and reduces fluid retention in edema by eliminating excess water and specific electrolytes from the body. Additionally, it promotes relaxation of blood vessels and enhances blood flow over time.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Metolazone include an increased level of uric acid in the blood.

Expert Advice

Take Metolazone in the morning with breakfast to avoid nighttime urination.
Be aware that it may cause dizziness; avoid driving and activities requiring attention until you know how it affects you.
Avoid alcohol intake while taking Metolazone, as it may exacerbate dizziness.
Metolazone may lead to a sudden drop in sodium levels in the blood; avoid a low sodium diet while on this medication.
Monitor your blood pressure after starting Metolazone and notify your doctor if it does not decrease.
Inform your doctor if you experience persistent dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness.
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Metolazone helps lower blood pressure and removes excess water from the body.
You may be required to undergo regular blood tests to monitor kidney function.

Other Combinations

Metolazone + Ramipril

Metolazone + Spironolactone

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