Who Can And Cannot Take Bendroflumethiazide

Who can take bendroflumethiazide

Most adults and children, including babies, can take bendroflumethiazide.

Who may not be able to take bendroflumethiazide

Bendroflumethiazide is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting to take it if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to bendroflumethiazide or any other medicine
have underactive adrenal glands (Addison's disease)
have low levels of sodium, potassium or magnesium in your blood
have high levels of calcium or uric acid in your blood
have liver problems
have kidney problems or difficulty peeing
are being sick (vomiting) or have diarrhoea
have diabetes
have gout
have an inflammatory condition called lupus
are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding

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