Hygroton
Hygroton Brand names, Hygroton Analogs
Hygroton Brand Names Mixture
- Tenoretic (chlorthalidone + atenolol)
Hygroton Chemical_Formula
C14H11ClN2O4S
Hygroton RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic3/chlorthalidone.htm
Hygroton fda sheet
Hygroton msds (material safety sheet)
Hygroton Synthesis Reference
Graf et al.; Helv. Chem.; Acta 42; 1085 (1959); U.S.Pat.3,055,904 (1962)
Hygroton Molecular Weight
338.767 g/mol
Hygroton Melting Point
218-264oC
Hygroton H2O Solubility
120 mg/L
Hygroton State
Solid
Hygroton LogP
1.718
Hygroton Dosage Forms
Tablet
Hygroton Indication
For management of hypertension either as the sole therapeutic agent or to enhance the effect of other antihypertensive drugs in the more severe forms of hypertension.
Hygroton Pharmacology
Chlorthalidone, a monosulfonamyl diuretic, differs form other thiazide diuretics in that a double ring system is incorporated into its structure. Chlorthalidone is used alone or with atenolol in the management of hypertension and edema.
Hygroton Absorption
Absorbed relatively rapidly after oral administration.
Hygroton side effects and Toxicity
Symptoms of overdose include nausea, weakness, dizziness and disturbances of electrolyte balance.
Hygroton Patient Information
Patients should inform their physician if they have: (1) had an allergic reaction to chlorthalidone or other diuretics or have asthma, (2) kidney disease, (3) liver disease, (4) gout, (5) systemic lupus erythematosus, or (6) been taking other drugs such as cortisone, digitalis, lithium carbonate, or drugs for diabetes.
Patients should be cautioned to contact their physician if they experience any of the following symptoms of potassium loss: excess thirst, tiredness, drowsiness, restlessness, muscle pains or cramps, nausea, vomiting, or increased heart rate or pulse.
Patients should also be cautioned that taking alcohol can increase the chance of dizziness occurring.
Hygroton Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
