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Good morning doctors. my cardiologist switched me from losartan to losartanhctz, as my blood pressure is still high. i am nervous--can i expect any reactions or surprises after being on the hctz, other than more frequent urination?
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You should expect no new symptoms or side effects at all. Your urinary frequency probably will not increase very much, if at all.
Answered 1/22/2023
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I agree with Dr. Handsfield. This is a common practice and usually effective. If the Hctz dose is 25 mg, your urine volume may increase a little bit within several hours of taking the new med but no frequent urination afterwards. Allergy with Hctz with itching & rashes may occur but RARE. Metabolic side effects such as increased uric acid or triglycerides are less likely with dose of 25 mg or less
Answered 1/18/2023
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