Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. If any of these effects last or get worse, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To minimize lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position. Inform your doctor if your condition worsens (such as if you notice an increase in your routine blood pressure readings).ĭrowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or headache may occur. Your condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. Do not increase your dose, take it more often than prescribed, or stop using this medicine without first consulting your doctor. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Remember to use it at the same time(s) each day as directed. Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.

In children, the dosage is also based on body weight. You may take the liquid form of this medication with or without food, but it is important to choose one way and take it the same way with every dose.ĭosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. Carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, shake the bottle well before each dose. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. It is best to take your dose early in the day (before 6 p.m.) to prevent having to get up during the night to urinate. If stomach upset occurs, take it with food or milk. Take this medication by mouth, as directed by your doctor.

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