Description of Altace HCTZ

The generic name of Altace HCTZ is Ramipril – hydrochlorothiazide. It is a combination of Ramipril and hydrochlorothiazide. Altace is an ACE inhibitor and hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic. Your doctor may ask you to buy Altace HCTZ if you suffer from high blood pressure. Altace HCTZ should be taken orally.

Indications & Dosage of Altace HCTZ

Altace HCTZ is prescribed to patients suffering from high blood pressure. It lowers blood pressure and makes it easy for the heart to pump more blood. It also prevents further weakening of the heart. Altace HCTZ is also known to reduce the risks of heart attacks and strokes. Altace HCTZ relaxes the blood vessels around the heart and helps it pump blood efficiently. This drug lowers your blood pressure by reducing the amount of excess salt and water in the body.

Altace HCTZ is taken in the form of tablets. It is available in strengths of 2.5mg/12.5 mg, 5mg/12.5 mg, 5mg/25 mg, 10mg/12.5mg and 10mg/25mg. Doctors generally prescribe Altace HCTZ once daily. The dosage will depend on your kidney function and response to the medicine.

Side Effects & Interactions of Altace HCTZ

Altace HCTZ can be taken with or without food. Take the drug at the same time every day. Do not buy Altace HCTZ without your doctor’s prescription.

Side Effects & Interactions of Altace HCTZ

Altace HCTZ may cause minor side effects that go away with time. Consult your physician if any of these side effects bother you.

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Cough
• Difficulty sleeping
• Sexual trouble in men
• Back pain
• Bronchitis
• Unusual weakness or tiredness

Altace HCTZ is associated with certain severe side effects that require medical attention. If you experience any of these contact your doctor urgently :

• Chest pain
• Palpitations or fast and irregular heartbeat
• Sore throat along with fever
• Peeling or blistering skin
• Confusion
• Mood change
• Liver damage
• Fainting or dizziness when getting up from a lying or sitting position
• Tingling or numbness of the feet, hands and lips

Altace HCTZ may interact with other drugs. Your doctor needs to be informed about all the medications you take including :

• Narcotic drugs
• Digoxin
• Any other blood pressure lowering drug
• Rituximab
• Allopurinol
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Warnings & Precautions of Altace HCTZ

You should not take Altace HCTZ if you have any of these conditions :

• Angioedema
• Allergy to ACE inhibitors
• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Allergic to Sulfonamide medicines
• Not passing urine
• Allergic to Ramipril

Patients with certain medical conditions must consult with their doctors before commencing treatment with Altace HCTZ. If you have any of these, talk to your doctor ahead of the treatment :

• Diabetes
• Kidney problems
• Liver diseases
• Lupus

Altace HCTZ hampers alertness. You should not indulge in activities that require you to be alert like driving or operating complicated machineries.

Your cholesterol levels may change as a side effect of treatment with Altace HCTZ. Blood disorders may also surface. Your doctor may ask you to undergo tests to monitor these.

Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take Altace HCTZ. The drug may cause serious injuries in babies. If you are pregnant or are planning to conceive, consult your doctor.