indapramide SR 1 d (Natrilix)

Question 1

Class

Answer 1

Thiazide diuretics

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

• Hypertension

- Oedema associated with heart failure or hepatic cirrhosis

Question 3

Dose Range

Answer 3

1.25 – 2.5 mg daily in the morning

Question 4

Counselling/SE

Answer 4

• You may feel dizzy on standing when taking this medication – get up gradually from sitting or lying position; sit or lie down if you become dizzy.
• This medicine is usually taken once daily in the morning. If you are taking it twice a day, take the first dose in the morning and the second dose no later than 6 pm

SE:

• postural hypotension
• dizziness
• hypokalaemia
• hyponatraemia
• hyperuricaemia
• hyperglycaemia
• dyslipidaemia

Question 5

Monitoring

Answer 5

• electrolytes
• renal function
• volume
• signs of dehydration