Lazon 5mg Tablet

Lazon 5mg tablet contains metolazone, an active ingredient belonging to the thiazide diuretics group of medicines. It is used to treat fluid retention (oedema) associated with heart and kidney conditions by promoting urine flow. It is also used to treat high blood pressure, either alone or in combination with other medications. Do not use Lazon 5mg tablet if you are allergic to metolazone, thiazides, sulfonamides, or any of its ingredients. Do not use this medication if you are unable to urinate, experiencing coma or comatose conditions due to liver cirrhosis, or have severe imbalances of salts or chemicals in your blood. Before starting this medicine, talk to your doctor if you have severe kidney or liver disease, are elderly, have fluid or electrolyte imbalances, or suffer from Addison's disease, diabetes, gout, or systemic lupus erythematosus. Notify your doctor if you have porphyria, high cholesterol, or have a history of penicillin or sulfonamide allergy. Lazon 5mg tablet contains lactose, so if you have galactose intolerance, total lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption, it is advised to avoid it. Regular monitoring may be necessary for certain conditions. This medicine is not recommended for children under 18 years of age, and it should be used cautiously in elderly patients.

Treats fluid retention (edema) associated with heart and kidney conditions. Manage high blood pressure, with or without other medications.

Lazon 5mg tablet works by increasing the flow of urine and promoting the removal of excess fluid from the body. It achieves this by blocking the reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys, which helps to reduce fluid retention (edema). Additionally, this medicine also helps to widen the blood vessels, leading to a decrease in blood pressure, making it effective for managing hypertension.

Take the Lazon 5mg tablet as your physician advises. Do not take more or less of the medication than your doctor has instructed. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Nausea Muscle pain and cramps Headache, dizziness, and fatigue Low blood pressure and dizziness on standing (orthostatic hypotension) Low levels of potassium, sodium, magnesium, and chloride in the blood High levels of uric acid, urea, creatinine, and sugar in the blood Glucose in the urine Vomiting Constipation Diarrhea

Patients with liver, and kidney conditions should take Lazon 5mg tablet cautiously and should inform the doctor about all the underlying medical conditions. Do not stop the medicine until your doctor advises. Do not double-dose the medicine to make up for a forgotten dose. Notify your doctor if you experience any serious side effects. Your medical professional will inform you if you need any dose adjustments. Contact your doctor for more information.