| What is Accuretic?
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Accuretic is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Accuretic?
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Accuretic side effects include cough, dizziness, and headache. If
the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. Less common
Accuretic side effects may include abdominal pain, back pain, bronchitis, chest pain, diarrhea, drowsiness, fatigue, indigestion, insomnia, muscle aches, nausea and/or vomiting,
runny nose, sore throat, stomach pain, upper respiratory infection, vertigo, viral infection,
and weakness. Rare Accuretic side effects may include abnormal skin sensations, bleeding in the stomach or intestines, bull's eye rash, crushing chest pain, difficult or labored breathing, dizziness upon standing, dry mouth or throat, extremely high blood pressure, hair loss, heart attack, heart failure, hives, impotence, increased sweating, inflammation of the pancreas, inflammation of the sinuses, irregular heartbeat, itchy skin, joint pain, kidney failure, nervousness, sensitivity to light, severe allergic reactions, skin blistering or peeling, slow or rapid heartbeat, stroke,
and vague feeling of illness. |
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| How is Accuretic taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Accuretic provided by your doctor. You can take Accuretic with or without meals.
Be sure and see your doctor regularly to make sure the drug is working properly without unwanted side effects. Do not stop taking this drug without first consulting your doctor.
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Accuretic with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Accuretic. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Accuretic with
barbiturates, cholestyramine, colestipol, corticosteroids, diabetes medications,
digoxin, diuretics, lithium, narcotics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs,
norepinephrine, other high blood pressure medications, potassium-sparing diuretics,
potassium supplements, salt substitutes containing potassium, or tetracycline. |
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| How should I store Accuretic?
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Store Accuretic at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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