Hydrochlorothiazide 25 mg Tablets — Generic For Microzide — TEVA

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 tablets are a diuretic and antihypertensive medicine. The label says they are used as add-on treatment for edema linked to congestive heart failure, liver cirrhosis, corticosteroid and estrogen therapy, and certain kidney disorders. They are also used to manage high blood pressure, either by themselves or with other blood pressure medicines.

The tablets are for oral use and come in 12.5 mg, 25 mg, and 50 mg strengths. The inactive ingredients include corn starch, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, FD&C Yellow No. 6 Aluminum Lake, lactose monohydrate, and magnesium stearate.

The label warns that hydrochlorothiazide can affect fluid and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It may also be associated with dizziness, low blood pressure, increased uric acid, changes in blood sugar, and other side effects listed in the label.

The label also notes a risk of acute myopia and secondary angle-closure glaucoma, and it says hydrochlorothiazide is associated with an increased risk of non-melanoma skin cancer. Patients are instructed to protect skin from the sun and undergo regular skin cancer screening.

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 hydrochlorothiazide only as directed on the prescription label.
• The medicine is used for edema and for management of hypertension.
• The label says to use the smallest dosage necessary to achieve the needed response.
• Watch for signs of fluid or electrolyte imbalance, such as weakness, thirst, confusion, muscle cramps, nausea, or vomiting.
• The label says periodic serum electrolyte checks should be done at appropriate intervals.
• Tell a healthcare professional if you notice decreased vision or eye pain, which are listed warning symptoms of acute angle-closure glaucoma.
• Protect your skin from the sun and have regular skin cancer screening, as directed in the label.
• Hydrochlorothiazide may affect blood sugar and uric acid levels and may interact with some other medicines.
• The label notes it may be taken with or without intermittent schedules for edema, as prescribed.
• If you have questions about side effects or interactions, refer to the prescribing information or pharmacist.
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• Hydrochlorothiazide tablets, USP are a prescription diuretic and antihypertensive medicine available in multiple strengths. According to the DailyMed label, the product is used for edema associated with certain medical conditions and for the management of hypertension, either alone or with other blood pressure medicines.nnThis educational product information is based on the label and includes important safety topics such as fluid and electrolyte imbalance, eye symptoms, sun protection, and potential skin cancer risk. It is intended to help patients and caregivers understand key labeled uses, warnings, and administration details.
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• This is educational content based on DailyMed label information.

Medication Summary last generated: 2026-07-18 02:52:28