User Reviews for hydrochlorothiazide oral

I was placed on HCTZ, 25mg, for the diuretic effect (as an alternative to Lasix), my BP is typically only 110/70. Because of that I have had issues associated with low BP, dizzy, postural hypotension. I haven't so much noticed the diuretic effect, as it's more of a controlled release than Lasix which hits you here, now, and hard. Overall I think I will continue to take the medication, with any medication you have to give it some time and often the side effects with disappear or become more managable. Read More Read Less

I am still learning about this medication so to comment on its usage and effectiveness would be premature. However for the limited time of its usage it has been very effective.

I AM ONLY ON IT FOR 4 DAYS, BUT I AM HAVING SOME BLURRING OF MY VISION WHEN READING AND SOME MUSCLE CRAMPING IN MY HANDS AND FEET.

give side effects

HDC has gave me the gout three times in less than a month!!!!!! My new doc. says it causes the gout and I never should have been put on it!

Side effects are a problem, headache, occaisional dizziness and tingling in back and arms. BP has not reduced--still 140/100. I will give it a few more weeks to get results.

Have been taking it for about two weeks. First week, I experienced itching, then it went away. Now in second week, I'm experiencing numbness and tingling in my arms and legs... this cannot be good. I'm going to stop taking it and see what happens. I'm taking 12.5 mg.

Headache,blurred vision,weight loss,decresed sexual ability, depression,anxiety,muscle cramps,chest pain, trouble breathing, unusual tiredness, no sleep at night, dehydration,dry mouth,thirst,fast heartbeat,confusion,numbness/tingling of the arms and toes, BAD!! Stopped taking, felt like normal again in a couple days!

HCT HAS BEEN BENEFICIAL IN REDUCING MY B/P, HOWEVER, I'M GOING ALL THE TIME - WHILE AT MY JOB. THIS CAN BE A BOTHER WHEN I'M IN MEETINGS. I TAKE MY MEDS IN THE LATE AFTERNOON (3-4:00 PM). AND I'M LETHARGIC AND MY JOINTS ACHE. I'VE DECIDED TO TAKE THE HCT EVERY OTHER DAY. - NORMA JEAN

Had no problems

I was first put on 25 mg but that dropped my BP too low. I got switched to 12.5 and it has worked wonderful! My BP has stabilized and I couldn't be happier! I did experience blurry vision for the first 5 days but that soon cleared up! Very effective medicine! Just be patient. Side effects don't go away over night. Remember, your body is getting used to something different.

Did nothing for my blood pressure.After taking for a few months diuretic effect has stopped. No weight loss.

I experienced right sided leg spasms, inner thigh area. More than a "muscle cramp". To the point it made it almost impossible to walk. I also, have back issues as well, but within 48 hours of not taking this drug, the symptoms stoped. My leg is "terrorized" and quite swollen. I was taking this medication along with ibuprofen, which you are not supposed to do. I continued to take the hydrochlorathiazide for over 3 weeks before I read a similar blog. If you have any muscle cramps, I suggest you stop taking it and call your doc. Read More Read Less

I know I have a problem with HBP, but I'm keeping it in check by also taking Topral XL 50mg along with my HCTZ 25mg. The problem I've been having is water retention and an increasing weight gain that I can't seem to get ahead of. If I miss my dose of HCTZ, my weight skyrockets over night. I didn't get my perscription refilled in time and missed 2 days and my weight jumped 15 lbs. in that time. That had me scared. Just got the perscription last night. Planning on calling the Dr. this morning after he opens. I feel the perscription isn't strong enough or something else is going on.Read More Read Less

I have been on 25mg for 2 years and it was not lowering my blood pressure so my doctor had to precribe me another drug to take with it. I have been experiencing frequent urination, extream tiredness, and sexual problems. I HIGHLY suggest you read a book before considering using this drug. The book is called, "HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE HOAX". It will tell you a lot about this drug and may make you reconsider taking it.

at first loss all appetite upset stomach slobbering coughing woozy feeling first week now symptoms gone bloating back never had extra urination was hoping to loose weight too still on 25mg

been sick when i first start taking it but like any med it take time to work but as i read other comment not all drug work with everyone. as anyone knows after a month you should had been check up and see bout other med. but as for me right now it been working but i still have some side effect but it slowly going away

bp went from 180/90 to 110/65 in 2 weeks

Started at 25mg but suffered irregular heart rythem and rapid heart rate. I have reduced my intake to 12.5 and it seems to be working.

This drug has causes dizziness upon standing and it makes my limbs numb, mainly my arms. I've been on it for 7 weeks.