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A member asked:
Does or can hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) cause "high" uric acid levels? dr put me on allopurinol but i don't have gout or never have had.
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Metabolic problem: Elevated uric acid levels besides gout attacks , possibly may also lead severe systemic problems , as some times my deposit in the eyes retinal vessels , heart muscle blood vessels of other critical areas , to prevent these comp,actions your doctor wants the levels down, always get hydrated drink plenty of fluids
Answered 3/12/2015
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HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) and gout: HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) can cause an increase in uric acid (ie. gout). You have a few choices. the doctor can either take you off HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) and try something else or stop for a short time while the gout flare calms down and then restart HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) at a lower dose and slowly monitor as the dose increases (as needed). You may also be taking other medications that are "working" with the HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) to increase your uric acid level.
Answered 2/28/2016
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Yes: Yes. One of the effects of hydrochlorothiazide is hyperuricemia (high levels of uric acid in the blood). HCTZ might contribute to your high uric acid levels.
Answered 4/21/2016
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