Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 14, 2022.
Abnormal elevation of serum potassium levels (greater than or equal to 5.5 mEq/L (5.5 mmol/L)) can occur. Risk of hyperkalemia is increased in patients with renal impairment, diabetes (with or without renal impairment), the elderly, or severely ill. Serum potassium levels must be monitored at frequent intervals, especially in hydrochlorothiazide/triamterene-naive patients, when dosages are changed, or with any illness that may influence renal function
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Dyazide
- Maxzide
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
- Capsule
Therapeutic Class: Diuretic, Potassium Sparing/Thiazide Combination
Pharmacologic Class: Diuretic, Potassium Sparing
Chemical Class: Thiazide
Uses for triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide
Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide combination is used alone or with other medicines to treat water retention (edema) or high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.
Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide are both diuretic medicines (water pills). They reduce the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps lower the blood pressure. Triamterene helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low.
Triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide, the following should be considered:
Allergies
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