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What are the side effects of triamterene/hctz?

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Dr. W. james Chon answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Side effects: Usually well tolerated, triamterene/HCTZ can cause abnormal electrolytes including low blood sodium, high blood potassium (esp.ly in patients with chronic kidney disease), and alkalosis. Other non-specific side effects such as nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and dizziness are also listed as possible side effects.

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Answered 6/24/2015

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