Sartan hydrochlorothiazide tablets are known to cause elevated uric acid when used for antihypertensive therapy.
Sartan hydrochlorothiazide tablets is a compound preparation, the main ingredients are sartans and hydrochlorothiazide, such as timosartan, irbesartan and so on. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to diuretics, which can interfere with the function of renal tubules and affect the excretion of uric acid, thus leading to the elevation of uric acid. Therefore, patients with hyperuricemia, patients with a history of gout should be used with caution.
In addition to causing elevated uric acid, other common adverse reactions include headache and vertigo, and may lead to hypokalemia when used alone. It should be noted that the drug is contraindicated in people who are allergic to the components of the drug, patients with severe liver failure, renal failure, patients with hypokalemia, pregnant and lactating women. Use with caution in the elderly, children and athletes.
Taking sartan hydrochlorothiazide drugs should be carried out strictly in accordance with medical advice, do not self-medicate and delay treatment.