Hydrochlorothiazide Side Effects
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Pronounced: (HYE-droe-KLOR-oh-THYE-a-zide/try-AM-ter-een)
Warning
This medication can raise your body's potassium levels. The risk for this is higher for people with diabetes or kidney disease, older adults, or during severe illness. High potassium levels can cause serious (rarely fatal) side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of these serious side effects: muscle weakness, slow/irregular heartbeat.
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