Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) Patient Counseling Flashcards
1
Q
What did the doctor tell you this medication was for? (2)
A
- high blood pressure/hypertension
- works by causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine
2
Q
How did your doctor tell you to take this medication? (2)
A
- Take 1 tablet by mouth every morning
- May experience awakenings due to frequent urination if taken at night
3
Q
What did the doctor tell you to expect? (5)
A
- FREQUENT URINE
- MUSCLE CRAMPS
- dizziness
- sensitivity to sunlight
- drop in BP (sitting->standing)
4
Q
Precautions and Warnings? When to call the doctor? (4)
A
- Do not use if allergy to sulfonamides (SULFA)
- rash or peeling of skin
- difficulty breathing
- severe eye pain or change in vision
5
Q
What to do if miss a dose? (2)
A
- Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
- Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.
6
Q
Storage (2)
A
- at room temperature
- away from light and moisture
7
Q
Purpose for counseling?
A
even though BP doesn’t have symptoms, controlling BP will prevent cardiovascular events and/or stroke
