Rancho Mirage, CA
A 78-year-old male asked:
Is there any contraindication to taking chlorthalidone and multaq?
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Dr. Bennett Werneranswered
Cardiology 46 years experience
Caution!: Chlorthalidone almost ALWAYS causes a low potassium which will un-do the beneficial effects of MulTaq. They're not contraindicated but you MUST have your potassium monitored and supplemented as needed to stay above 4.0!
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