Lozol Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: INDAPAMIDE - ORAL
Pronounced: (in-DAP-uh-mide)

Lozol Oral Side Effects

Dizziness, lightheadedness, and tiredness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Headache, numbness/tingling of the hands/feet, and mental/mood changes (e.g., nervousness, anxiety, irritability, agitation) may also occur. You may also experience decreased sexual ability/interest or increased sensitivity to the sun. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Indapamide may cause too much body water and salts to be lost (dehydration). Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious symptoms of dehydration:

very dry mouth
thirst
muscle cramps
weakness
nausea
vomiting
confusion
unusual decrease in the amount of urine

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but serious side effects occur:

fainting
seizures
fast/irregular heartbeat
severe dizziness

This drug may rarely cause serious liver or pancreas problems. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects:

yellowing of the eyes/skin
dark urine
severe stomach/abdominal pain
persistent tiredness
persistent nausea/vomiting

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

signs of infection (e.g., fever, chills, persistent sore throat)
easy bruising/bleeding
new/severe tiredness
breathing problems
weakness
bluish fingernails/lips
pale skin

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:

rash
itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat/neck)
severe dizziness
trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Lozol Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).