Drug Uses

Apart from being used in the treatment of hypertension, Lozol is also used to relieve salt and fluid retention in the body.

Usage

It is recommended that you take Lozol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. However, it is best taken in the morning with or without your breakfast.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Lozol then you may take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. However space out your remaining doses. You may also skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time.

Storage

Store it at room temperature, protecting it from direct exposure to heat and light.

Overdose

Some of the symptoms of an overdose include Electrolyte imbalance (potassium or salt depletion due to too much fluid loss), nausea, stomach disorders, vomiting and weakness. Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.

More Information

Lozol is a diuretic and it may cause the body to lose too much salt and potassium. So, it is recommended that you eat potassium rich foods to combat the low potassium levels in the body. Maintain caution if you have gout or high uric acid levels, liver disease, diabetes, or lupus erythematosus and kidney disease.

Warnings/Precautions

If you have had a severe allergic reaction to this medicine or to any other sulfonamide medicine (such as Septra DS, Bactrim DS, Gantrisin, glyburide, or probenecid), contact your doctor before taking this medicine. A severe reaction includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic to this medicine or if a certain medicine is a sulfonamide, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Your doctor may have also prescribed a potassium supplement for you. If so, follow the dosing carefully. Do not start taking additional potassium on your own or change your diet to include more potassium without first checking with your doctor. This medicine may cause dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. For women: it is unknown if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine.