Neo-Naclex-K

What is it?

A thiazide diuretic and potassium supplement available as film- coated, white/pink tablets, marked NEO-NACLEX K, containing 2.5mg of bendrofluazide and 630mg of potassium chloride, in a slow-release matrix.

Medical Uses

High blood pressure, chronic retention of fluid.

Dosage

Adults, high blood pressure, 1 to 4 tablets once each day; fluid retention, start with 2 tablets once daily but increase to 4 if needed. The maintenance dose is 1 or 2 tablets taken occasionally.

Special Care

Elderly patients, pregnancy, breastfeeding, kidney or liver disorders, cirrhosis of liver, SLE (systemic lupus erythematosus), diabetes, gout. Patients must be monitored for fluid and electrolyte levels and Also, for level of blood glucose.

Avoid Use

Children, Addison's disease, severe kidney or liver failure, high blood calcium levels, sensitivity to sulfonamides.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Potassium supplements, potassium sparing diuretics, carbenoxolone, opiods, corticosteroids, barbiturates, lithium, tubocurarine, alcohol, cardiac glycosides, antidiebetic drugs.

Known Side Effects

Gastrointestinal upset, skin rashes, dizziness, blood changes, sensitivity to light, disturbance of electrolyte levels and metabolism, anorexia, pancreatitis, impotence. Drug should be immediately withdrawn in the event of signs of ulceration or obstruction of small bowel. Mnaufacturer: Goldshield.