Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg Tablets — Generic For Microzide — Leading Pharma

Medication Summary

Medication Summary: This section summarizes DailyMed drug label information to make the label easier to understand. It is not a substitute for the official label, pharmacist counseling, prescriber instructions, or medical advice.

Overview

Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic and antihypertensive medicine. It is used to help with swelling (edema) and to manage high blood pressure.

The label says it may be used for edema related to congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, corticosteroid or estrogen therapy, and certain kidney problems. It may also be used alone or with other blood pressure medicines.

This product contains hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg tablets. The tablets also contain inactive ingredients including FD&C Yellow No. 6, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, and stearic acid.

Storage Information

Dispense in a well-closed container as defined in the USP, with a child-resistant closure (as required). Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Key Counseling Points

• Take this medicine exactly as prescribed on the label.
• It is used as a diuretic, so it may increase urination.
• The label says patients should be observed for signs of fluid or electrolyte imbalance.
• Report symptoms such as dry mouth, thirst, weakness, confusion, muscle cramps, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting.
• Tell your healthcare professional if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, or gout, since the label lists special cautions.
• Hydrochlorothiazide may cause low potassium; the label notes potassium supplements or potassium-rich foods may be used in some cases.
• The label warns that thiazides can increase blood sugar and may affect diabetes medicines.
• Protect your skin from the sun and follow regular skin cancer screening, as instructed in the label.
• The label says to get medical advice about side effects and that side effects may be reported to the FDA.
• Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

Helpful Patient Education

Hydrochlorothiazide tablets USP are a thiazide diuretic used as adjunctive therapy for edema and in the management of hypertension. The label describes its use in swelling related to heart failure, liver cirrhosis, corticosteroid or estrogen therapy, and some kidney disorders, as well as for blood pressure control.

This pharmacy product page highlights the 12.5 mg tablet strength supplied by Leading Pharma, LLC. Label information also notes important precautions, including monitoring for fluid and electrolyte imbalance, possible interactions with other medicines, and instructions to protect skin from the sun and undergo regular skin cancer screening.

Medication Summary last generated: 2026-07-18 02:51:54