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Indapamide description. Indapamide (in-DAP-a-mide ) belongs to the group of medicines known as diuretics. It is commonly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled. Indapamide is also used to help reduce the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine. Indapamide is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Oral Tablets (U.S. and Canada)
Why prescribed Indapamide. Indapamide, a 'water pill,' is used to reduce the swelling and fluid retention caused by heart disease. It also is used to treat high blood pressure. It causes the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine. Indapamide is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. How used Indapamide. Indapamide comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day, in the morning. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take indapamide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Indapamide controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take indapamide even if you feel well. Do not stop taking indapamide without talking to your doctor. Brand names: - Apo-Indapamide - Gen-Indapamide - Indapamide - Lozide - Lozol - Novo-Indapamide - Nu-Indapamide |