Blood Pressure Medication Chlorthalidone Recalled After Failed Dissolution Testing

Blood Pressure Medication Chlorthalidone Recalled

A nationwide chlorthalidone recall is affecting more than 11,000 bottles of a prescription blood pressure medication after testing found that some tablets may not dissolve properly. The recalled product is Chlorthalidone Tablets, USP, 25 mg. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic, often called a water pill, used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention. MedlinePlus says … Read more

What Is a Normal Blood Pressure by Age? When Should You Be Worried

Blood pressure (BP) is a key indicator of cardiovascular health. It represents the force that the circulating blood applies against the walls of your arteries with each heartbeat. This pressure is necessary to keep blood flowing throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to vital organs. Blood pressure is recorded in millimeters of mercury (mm … Read more