ZYTANIX 5MG TAB

Overview

ZYTANIX 5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ZYTANIX 5MG TAB is composed of: METOLAZONE (5 MG)

Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. Metolazone is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Metolazone is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Usage

METOLAZONE is generally used to treat: Edema, Congestive Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Nephrotic Syndrome, Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ZYTANIX 5MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for ZYTANIX 5MG TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lupus, kidney or liver disease, low blood mineral levels, gout, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Monitor liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

METOLAZONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Fainting, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Lightheadedness

Common Side-Effects

METOLAZONE : Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Weakness (generalized), Confusion, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst, Nausea, Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Serious Side-Effects

METOLAZONE : Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

METOLAZONE can interfere with: Anuria, Diarrhoea, Hypokalemia, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyponatremia, Magnesium Deficiency, Protein-Energy Malnutrition, Vomiting, Heart Arrhythmias, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Renal Failure, Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperparathyroidism, Gout

Technical Classification

METOLAZONE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ZYTANIX 5MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DIUREM 5MG TABINR 100.15 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
LAZON 5MG TABINR 115.32 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METADURE 5MG TABINR 107.38 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOLAZ 5MG TABINR 128.47 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOZ 5MG TABINR 134.4 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5 MG
METOZIDE 5MG TABINR 105 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
RPMEL 5MG TABINR 174.28 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
ZALAT 5MG TABINR 103.38 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5.0 MG
ZYTANIX 5MG TABINR 206.5 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DIUREM 2.5MG TABINR 204.81 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
LAZON 2.5MG TABINR 66.35 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METADURE 2.5MG TABINR 50 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLACTONE 2.5MG/50MG TABINR 46.65 for 10 TABLETSSPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLACTONE 5MG/50MG TABINR 52.61 for 10 TABLETSSPIRONOLACTONE 50.0 MG, METOLAZONE 5.0 MG
METOLAZ 2.5MG TABINR 55.98 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOLAZONEMETOLAZONE
METORAL 10MG TABINR 59.5 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZ 1.25MG TABINR 36.57 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 1.25 MG
METOZ 2.5MG TABINR 74.24 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZ R TABINR 141.91 for 10 TABLETSRAMIPRIL 5.0 MG, METOLAZONE 2.5 MG
METOZIDE 2.5MG TABINR 225 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
RPMEL 2.5MG TABINR 107.25 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
ZALAT 2.5MG TABINR 62.04 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG
ZYTANIX 2.5MG TABINR 131 for 10 TABLETSMETOLAZONE 2.5 MG