20 mg/day as 2 divided doses. Initially, 5 mg/day for the 1st wk then increase to 10 mg on 2nd wk & to 15 mg on 3rd wk. From 4th wk & beyond, dose is adjusted to 20 mg/day.
Administration
May be taken with or without food: Swallow whole, do not chew/crush.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity.
Special Precautions
Heart disease, uncontrolled HTN, history of seizures or kidney disease. Patients w/ renal tubulary acidosis & UTI; intend to change diet. Pregnancy & lactation.
Adverse Reactions
Headache, sleepiness, constipation, tiredness, confusion, hallucinations, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, sleep disturbance, anxiety, high BP, change in urination frequency.
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