Maxzide Warnings and Precautions (Cont.)

Who Should Not Take Maxzide?

You should not take Maxzide if:
 
  • You are allergic to Maxzide, triamterene, hydrochlorothiazide, or any inactive component used to make Maxzide. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
     
  • You are allergic to sulfonamides ("sulfa" drugs).
     
  • You have kidney disease, including acute or chronic kidney failure (renal failure).
     
  • You have high potassium levels (hyperkalemia) before starting Maxzide.
     
  • You are not producing any urine (anuria).
     

Final Thoughts on Maxzide Warnings and Precautions

There are a number of situations in which Maxzide should not be taken, as well as several warnings and precautions people should be aware of before taking it. However, it is possible that not all warnings or precautions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific Maxzide warnings and precautions that may apply to you.

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;