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Merozolyn

Name: Merozolyn 500mcg Tablet
Brand: Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
SKU: 11560
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Tablet - (500mcg)

Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Generic: Metolazone

Safety Advices

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UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Merozolyn.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Merozolyn is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Merozolyn is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

UNSAFE

Merozolyn may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As Merozolyn may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness and this may affect your ability to drive.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Merozolyn is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Merozolyn is recommended.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Merozolyn in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Medicine Overview of Merozolyn 500mcg Tablet

Introduction

Merozolyn is a type of diuretic (water pill) medicine. This medicine reduces excess fluid levels in the body and is used to treat edema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney, or lung disease. It is also used in treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Merozolyn makes you lose excess water through urine. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. This medicine should be taken only during day time to avoid frequent urination at night. You must take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor and never stop it abruptly without...

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Uses of Merozolyn

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Side effects of Merozolyn

Common

Headache
Nausea
Increased blood uric acid
Decreased potassium level in blood
Glucose intolerance
Altered blood lipid level

How to use Merozolyn

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Merozolyn is to be taken with food.

How Merozolyn works

Merozolyn is a thiazide diuretic. It lowers blood pressure and fluid retention in edema by removing the extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.

What if you forget to take Merozolyn?

If you miss a dose of Merozolyn, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Take it in the morning with breakfast to avoid getting up at night to urinate.

It makes you feel dizzy. Avoid driving and attention requiring activity until you know how it affects you.

Avoid alcohol intake while taking Merozolyn as it may increase the dizziness.

It may cause a sudden drop of sodium level in blood. Avoid low sodium diet while you are taking this medication.

Monitor your blood pressure after starting Merozolyn, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.

Notify your doctor if you experience dizziness, tiredness, or muscle weakness that does not go away.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Brief Description

Indication

Oedema, Hypertension

Administration

Should be taken with food. Take after breakfast.

Adult Dose

Oral Hypertension Adult: Initially, 1.25 mg daily, adjusted after 3-4 wk according to response. Usual dose: 2.5-5 mg daily, either alone or with other antihypertensives. Maintenance dose: 5 mg on alternate days. Formulations with enhanced bioavailability: 0.5-1 mg daily. Oedema Adult: 5-10 mg daily, increased if necessary to 20 mg daily. Max: 80 mg in 24 hr. Elderly: Initially, 2.5 mg/day or every other day.

Child Dose

Oedema 0.2-0.4 mg/kg/day PO in single daily dose or divided q12hr

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Not necessary to supplement dose in hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis

Contraindication

Anuria; hepatic coma or pre-coma. Pregnancy.

Mode of Action

Metolazone is a thiazide-like diuretic. It inhibits reabsorption of sodium in the distal tubules resulting in increased excretion of sodium and water, as well as potassium and hydrogen ions.

Precaution

Pre-diabetes or DM; gout; SLE; hepatic and renal impairment; hypercholesterolaemia. Correct electrolyte disturbances prior to therapy. Risk of cross-sensitivity with sulfonamides, sulfonylureas, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, thiazides and loop diuretics. Lactation: Not recommended

Side Effect

Chest pain, palpitation, necrotising angiitis, orthostatic hypotension, syncope, venous thrombosis, vertigo, volume depletion; depression, dizziness, chills, drowsiness, fatigue, restlessness, headache, lightheadedness; petechiae, photosensitivity, hypersensitivity reactions; gout attacks, electrolyte disturbances; abdominal bloating, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, anorexia, constipation, epigastric distress, nausea, xerostomia, pancreatitis, vomiting; impotence; aplastic anaemia, thrombocytopenia, haemoconcentration, leukopenia; cholestatic jaundice, hepatitis; joint pain, muscle cramps, weakness, neuropathy, paraesthesia; blurred vision; increased BUN, glucosuria. Potentially Fatal: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis.

Interaction

Hypotensive and nephrotoxic effects of ACE inhibitors may be enhanced. Absorption may be reduced with bile acid sequestrants. Hyperglycaemic effect may be enhanced with diazoxide. May increase serum concentration and QTc-prolonging effect of dofetilide. May reduce lithium excretion. Hypotensive effect may be increased with alcohol. Potentially Fatal: Increased risk of nephrotoxicity with ciclosporin. Severe electrolyte disturbances may occur with furosemide.

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Merozolyn

Tablet - (500mcg)

Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Generic: Metolazone

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Disclaimer

The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.

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