Hyzaar (hydrochlorothiazide; losartan potassium) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Hyzaar (hydrochlorothiazide; losartan potassium)
Controlled BP! But gave me terrible muscle aches,foot pain, back, neck and hip pain. Gained over 35 pounds! (Excercised 6 days a week! But weight kept climbing! Consulted with PCM! After reading reviews! Was taking off, and given hctz 12.5. This drug should be taken off the market
Achy joints, high liver enzymes, weight gain, ringing in the ears, headaches, muscle aches ,etc
I have been experiencing extreme fatigue for no reason. It leaves me light headed everytime I kneel for more than 2 minutes. Also, it keeps my blood pressure much lower than I am used to; 110/69 and lower.
Blurry vision, back pain on one side and itching on one breast
Dizziness, upset stomach, nausea. Painful back. Insomnia. Felt so bad.
Severe allergic reaction - Throat swelled shut and was hospitalized. Extreme upset stomach, dizziness and flu like symptoms.Never though it was my med as I was taking Cozaar before and I was fine.
This drug should come with a big warning label!
Increased blood sugar, headaches, extreme chest congestion, loss of voice, coughing, constant fatigue, mental cloudiness, irritability, malaise, I just don't feel myself, horrible stomach aches, disruption of normal bowel habits and unbelievable dehydration
I have not had blood sugar problems until I started taking this horrible medication. I have a family history of diabetes so I have the dr check my A1C once a year. My A1C prior to going on Hyzaar was 4.0. My A1C after being on Hyzaar for 6 months was 8.5. I feel this med has caused diabetes and I hope a class action law suit gets fired up for this drug and I want to be a part of it. I am also so dehydrated it is crazy. I drink 5-6 bottles of water a day and I drink Smart Water so I am getting 23.7 oz per bottle. There is no reason I should be as dehydrated as I am.
Constipation fatigue joint pain
Years ago have a intestinal blockage living with life style change
Extreme dizziness, headaches, nausea, anxiety, dry eyes, joint pain, leg and back pain, insomnia, ringing ears, congestion, coughing, palpitations
l had constant congestion & extreme mucus build-up that got worse over the years. The Hyzaar did not lower my bp under 150/80 at best. I was put on an additional bp medication. At that time I took myself off Hyzaar & I immediately started to improve. But I've had lung problems ever since.
Terrible heart palpitations dizzy lightheaded I have no energy and just feeling sick and nauseous all the time and just not myself I have to push myself to do anything
It did lower my blood pressure but too low a lot of the times 85/52 more side effects then I want to deal with Im stopping this drug today I'm miserable and don't feel like myself anymore doctor will have to put me on something else I refuse to take this anymore!! I'm done!! I can't deal with this just called and made an appointment
Hair loss, weight loss, weakness, unable to have a bm, have to take a laxative now. Overall it make me feel terrible. I don't feel like myself anymore. I can't wait to go to my heart doctor to tell him that, i don't want to take this medication ever again. In my opinion. This medication shouldn't be prescribed for anyone. It should be taken off the market.
Tired dizziness tightness on my left side numbness in both arm heart palpation weak feeling etc..
Joint pain, dehydration, severe constipation, ears ringing, and unable to concentrate
My blood pressure was extremely high 13 years ago, and this medicine regulated it, so I attribute saving my life to this medicine. However, after years of taking it, I now see symptoms that have crept up on me, and I must now address those. I am unable to think critically, I am prone to falling, my joints are painful, and I must take a laxative in order to have a bm. Last year, I had a VSG and have lost over 60 pounds this far. My blood pressure is actually a bit low now, so I plan to cut my dosage in half for awhile and hopefully, I can effectively wean myself off of this drug.
High Blood Pressure from SLE lupus
Put on Losartan hct Genetic due to SLE lupus induced HBP that old med Inderol was not controlling. Experienced severe Exhaustion. Today trembling, especially in hands. Woozy weakness in legs, nearly fell. Severe knotted cramps in feet, over and over for nearly an hour. Spread to sharp stinging shooting pain and cramps in calves. Then spread up to butt. Also same in back, spread to arms. Then to neck and head. Sharp stinging pain and cramps, tightness around head like giant rubber band. If it spreads to chest, I'm going to the ER. All this in just 2 days. Am mad it was prescribed! Dangerous drug!
Read pamphlet while talking on the phone with Pharmacist short time ago. It suggests caution before prescribing to a patient with SLE lupus, Athsma, lung issues (I tend to get Pneumonia easily), and prior Kidney and Liver issues, and joint issues (I have Osteo, and Arthritis, beyond the lupus joint problems). Am furious it was prescribed to me when it obviously should not have been!
Bad stomach ache..sore muscles..dizziness...boating....bad bad medication...on it for more than year ..... Reported it reported to my Dr.until I refuse to take any more.
Dizziness not sleeping can not eat.headache.i fill crazy
Blood pressure lowered too much eg, 101/65, dizziness, loss of concentration and memory, hair loss, right shoulder pain, neck pain, frequent urination, high thirst, heart flutters, sweating. Finally realized that it is the medication that is making me depressed and suffering from anxiety. It has nearly ruined my life. Should be taken off the market!!!!
dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, flushing, bloody diarrhea
The side effects became so bad that I ended up at urgent care.
Weight Gain, Ankle Swelling, Fatigue, Weekly Painful Bouts of Diarrhea, Elevated Blood Sugar, Elevated Liver Enzymes
Doctor said to continue despite all issues. Switched to a different doctor and was taken off Hyzaar. Finally losing weight! All symptoms have subsided. My health gradually declined over the 10 years I was on this. I never tied it to Hyzaar until I started reading about others having the same issues.
HYZAAR (HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE; LOSARTAN POTASSIUM): This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA) Download our Free Resource Guide:
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