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Valsartan/hydrochlorothiazide, sold under the brand name Diovan HCT among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure when valsartan is not sufficient. [6] It is a combination of valsartan, an angiotensin receptor blocker with hydrochlorothiazide, a diuretic. [7] It is taken by mouth. [7] Common side effects include dizziness and ...
Polycythemia is defined as serum hematocrit (Hct) or hemoglobin (HgB) exceeding normal ranges expected for age and sex, typically Hct >49% in healthy adult men and >48% in women, or HgB >16.5 g/dL in men or >16.0 g/dL in women. [8] The definition is different for neonates and varies by age in children. [9] [10]
Hydrochlorothiazide, sold under the brand name Hydrodiuril among others, is a diuretic medication used to treat hypertension and swelling due to fluid build-up. [4] Other uses include treating diabetes insipidus and renal tubular acidosis and to decrease the risk of kidney stones in those with a high calcium level in the urine. [4]
Olmesartan/hydrochlorothiazide, sold under the brand name Benicar HCT among others, is a fixed-dose combination medication used to treat high blood pressure. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] It is a combination of olmesartan medoxomil , an angiotensin II receptor blocker and hydrochlorothiazide , a diuretic . [ 2 ]
Severe side effects may include kidney problems, electrolyte problems, and allergic reactions. [2] Use during pregnancy may harm the baby. [2] Telmisartan works by blocking the effects of angiotensin II while hydrochlorothiazide works by decreasing the kidneys' ability to retain water. [2]
New RSV vaccines are now available to help prevent serious infection in people over 60. Doctors explain the RSV vaccine and its side effects in older adults.
Common side effects include dizziness, headaches, diarrhea, and back pain. [2] Serious side effects may include kidney problems, low blood pressure, and angioedema. [2] Use in pregnancy may harm the fetus and use when breastfeeding is not recommended. [3] It is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and works by blocking the effects of ...
Now, new research finds that women who use hormone therapy after age 65 are usually fine to do just that — but the dose and timing of the treatment matter. The study, which was published in ...