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Regular Contributor
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Registered: ‎03-10-2010

Have been taking this med with two other BP meds for a while.  Anyone have any side effects?  On and off I have had elevated triglycerides like 300.  Anyone help me? TIA

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Registered: ‎05-09-2010

This sounds like a conversation you should be having with the physician who prescribed these medications. I hope you do that and find ou what you need to know for the best interest of your health.

Honored Contributor
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@Mom in NY You need to talk to your doctor about this. None of us can advise you. This is a very individual matter that your doctor needs to treat.

Esteemed Contributor
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This is one for you and the doctor.  Doesn't matter what our side effects are or what mix we do.  Please consult her.

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I've taken it for years with my high BP meds.  I had some unpleasant side effects with other diuretics but none whatsoever with Hydrochlorothiazide.  You should have received a information sheet with the drug that would list possible side-effects.

 

Your doctor would know about side effects.

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My hubby has been on it for a month and hasn't noticed any side effects yet...

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@Mom in NY 

 

I've been taking this for for many, many years, but never had any side effects.

 

Several years ago I also had to add another BP med, Metoprolol, and have had no side effects from it either or using them in combo.

 

I do take the HCTZ in the AM and the other at night.

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Valued Contributor
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I have also taken HCTZ with other blood pressure meds for years with no problems. I struggle with elevated cholesterol, but don't think there is any connection between the cholesterol and these meds. Definitely should be a discussion with your MD.

Regular Contributor
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Registered: ‎03-10-2010

Thank you all for your responses.  I have an appt. with my doctor on Thursday

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Registered: ‎03-31-2019

I took it for a year or so for mild blood pressure and swelling, worked great.  But, then all of the sudden started burning when out in the sun (even a few minutes out).  Doctor switched to another diuretic and no problem.  Check with your doc.