Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.
Metolazone is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Metolazone is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Metolazone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What is Metolazone (Zaroxolyn) used for?
- Edema
- Hypertension
- Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia
- Cardiovascular Disease
- not applicable
- Hypertensive Congestive Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Heart (w/ CHF) and Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Heart (w/o CHF) and Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Renovascular Hypertension
- Hypertensive Encephalopathy
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Metolazone (Zaroxolyn)?
You should not use metolazone if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
- severe liver disease; or
- if you are unable to urinate.
To make sure metolazone is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
- an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood);
- a heart rhythm disorder;
- an allergy to sulfa drugs;
- liver disease;
- kidney disease;
- diabetes;
- gout; or
- systemic lupus erythematosus.
Using metolazone during pregnancy could cause side effects in the newborn baby, such as blood cell problems, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant while using this medicine.
Metolazone can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Metolazone is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
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Side Effects
What are the side effects of Metolazone (Zaroxolyn)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- chest pain;
- pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;
- easy bruising or bleeding;
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- liver problems–nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
- low potassium–leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling;
- low levels of sodium in the body–headache, confusion, slurred speech, severe weakness, vomiting, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady;
- other signs of an electrolyte imbalance–dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, weakness, drowsiness, lack of energy, muscle pain, little or no urination, or feeling restless; or
- severe skin reaction–fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Common side effects may include:
- dizziness, spinning sensation;
- drowsiness, tiredness;
- depressed mood;
- muscle or joint pain;
- numbness or tingly feeling;
- nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite; or
- diarrhea, constipation.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Metolazone (Zaroxolyn) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Using metolazone during pregnancy could cause side effects in the newborn baby, such as blood cell problems, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant while using this medicine.
Metolazone can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Metolazone (Zaroxolyn)?
Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise, in hot weather, or by not drinking enough fluids. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink. In some cases, drinking too much liquid can be as unsafe as not drinking enough.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Metolazone (Zaroxolyn)?
Use Metolazone (Zaroxolyn) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Metolazone is usually taken only once per day.
You may need to limit salt in your diet while taking this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
While using metolazone, you may need frequent blood tests. Your blood and urine may both be tested if you have been vomiting or are dehydrated.
Metolazone can cause unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using metolazone.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using metolazone. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medicine even if you feel well. High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Store the tablets at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose on Metolazone (Zaroxolyn)?
Overdose symptoms may include severe dizziness or drowsiness, dry mouth, thirst, muscle weakness, feeling light-headed, or fainting.
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