Side Effects and Interactions of Dyazide

Dyazide has also been known as Maxzide, generically has been referred to as triamterene, and has been available in both capsule and table forms. It has been used to treat high blood pressure, or hypertension, and it is also diuretic, or water pill. The drug has been paired with hydrochlorothiazide (diuretic), and works by forcing the kidneys to get rid of sodium and water in the body, thus lowering blood pressure.

Side effects.
There are many common side effects of using Dyazide, including constipation, fatigue, dizziness, headache, and nausea. Others have experienced inflammation of a salivary gland, loss of appetite, stomach pain, and weakness. Changes in blood sugar and sensitivity to sunlight have also been reported by those taking this medication.

Severe side effects.
Medical attention should be sought if any serious side effects occur, including problems urinating, yellowing of the eyes or skin, impotence, dry mouth, excessive thirst, stomach pain, vomiting, or mental confusion. A doctor should also be seen if the person prescribed this medication has a rapid, irregular, or weak heartbeat; mental confusion; or leg or muscle cramps.

Drug interactions.
The doctor should be told of all nonprescription and prescriptions, as well as herbal and dietary supplements being taken. There are many drugs that interact with Dyazide, including some taken by chemotherapy patients like dofetilide, which increases the side affects of Dyazide. Some medications have increased the side effects of Dyazide, and those include lithium, Diazoxide, and nondepolarizing neuromuscular blockers.

The effectiveness of this prescription has been known to weaken when taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors.

Other drugs that interact with this medication are potassium-sparing diuretics and supplements, and salt substitutes. When taken with Dyazide, it has caused many side effects - stopping of the heart, slowed heart rate, stopping of the heart, and high blood pressure. It also has produced confusion, listlessness, abnormal sensations on the skin of the legs and arms, and heavy limbs.

Medical interactions.
There have been several medical conditions that interact with Dyazide, including liver or kidney problems, kidney stones, gout, diabetes, or systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus). Also, patients that have had problems with electrolytes, elevated blood acid, low folic acid, or dehydration should tell their doctor about these conditions.

Pregnant women or those who plan on becoming pregnant should share this information with the doctor. Dyazide has been found in breast milk and should not be taken while breastfeeding.

Allergic reactions.
Some patients have had allergic reactions to taking this medication. Some of the symptoms that have been associated with this include swelling of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue, difficulty breathing, itching, hives, rash, or tightness in the chest.