Antihypertensives -Thiazide and related diuretics

Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by Poison Control or by a physician.

Determine the following information:

• the patient's age, weight, and condition
• the name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
• the time it was swallowed
• the amount swallowed

They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the patient to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.

Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:

• induce vomiting
• administer activated charcoal
• monitor vital signs ( blood pressure, pulse, and so forth)
• monitor EKG (monitors heart function)
• blood samples drawn to determine serum electrolyte levels
• correction of electrolyte imbalances and fluid imbalances

Patients usually respond well to treatment. Serious symptoms and death are unlikely.

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