About azilsartan medoxomil + chlorthalidone
Angiotensin receptor blocker and thiazide-like diuretic
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure in adults when one medicine alone is insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet by mouth once daily; doses may be adjusted by a clinician.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Low blood pressure
Important warnings
- May impair kidney function or raise potassium; blood tests may be needed.
- Can cause dehydration and low sodium or potassium.
- Avoid during pregnancy; stop promptly if pregnancy occurs.
- Use caution with kidney or liver disease and gout.
Pregnancy
Avoid. Medicines affecting the renin-angiotensin system can harm or kill a developing fetus.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; breastfeeding is generally not recommended during treatment, particularly for newborns or premature infants.
Interactions
- Lithium: may increase lithium levels and toxicity.
- NSAIDs, including ibuprofen: may reduce blood-pressure effects and worsen kidney function.
- Other blood-pressure medicines or diuretics: may increase low blood pressure or dehydration.
- Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics: may raise potassium.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.