Does Chlorothiazide Sodium Interact with Chlorothiazide?
Chlorothiazide Sodium and Chlorothiazide have a unknown drug interaction according to U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Refer to the package insert for lithium preparations before use of such preparations with chlorothiazide sodium. Therefore, when chlorothiazide sodium and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents are used concomitantly, the patient should be observed closely to determine if the desired effect of the diuretic is obtained. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This information is based on official FDA drug labeling sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.
- Severity
- Unknown
- Chlorothiazide Class
- Thiazide Diuretic
- Management
- Consult your pharmacist
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Chlorothiazide Sodium and your doctor is considering prescribing Chlorothiazide (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider