Common Questions about Dyazide (TRIAMTERENE / HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE)

How quickly does Dyazide work?

Dyazide starts working within 1 hour of taking a dose. The effects of this medicine peak in about 2-3 hours and last for around 7-9 hours.

What is the best time of day to take Dyazide?

Dyazide can make you urinate more, so it is a good idea to take it in the daytime and avoid getting up in the night to urinate. Try to take your medicine at the same time every day.

What happens if you stop taking Dyazide?

Stopping Dyazide can lead to an increase in blood pressure and edema (swelling). Do not stop this medication without talking to your healthcare provider.

Can Dyazide help you lose weight?

Dyazide does not cause weight loss and it is not a weight loss drug. However, it contains two diuretics (water pills) that help the kidneys remove excess fluid from the body. If excess body weight is due to fluid retention, you may note some weight loss after starting Dyazide.

Can I eat bananas while on Dyazide?

Bananas and other potassium rich foods like avocados, potatoes, spinach, and black beans can put you at risk of developing high potassium levels in the blood while on Dyazide. If you normally eat these foods, it is probably safe to continue. However, avoid eating large quantities of foods high in potassium or suddenly increasing your intake of such foods. Ask your doctor if you’re not sure what foods are safe to eat while on Dyazide.

What is the price of Dyazide without insurance?

Without insurance, Dyazide can be as high as $71.48, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $8.80 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of Dyazide with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Dyazide—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Dyazide. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.