Question

identify any possible contraindication(s) or caution(s) with hydrochlorothiazide (microzide).
name: gregory cohen
id #: h8114029
medication name brand & generic
dosage strength & frequency
date reviewed include your initials.
allergies include reaction and date
sulfonamide hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis - 5/10/xx)
medical history
headaches, arthritis, gerd
ibuprofen 600mg bid rl
omeprazole 20mg qd fs
hydrochlorothiazide 12.5mg daily mh
none, the patient has no contraindications or cautions with hydrochlorothiazide (microzide)

Explanation:

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide - type diuretic. The patient has a sulfonamide hypersensitivity. Since thiazide diuretics have a chemical structure related to sulfonamides, there is a potential for cross - reactivity. However, the note at the bottom of the form states "None, the patient has no contraindications or cautions with hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide)". This may be due to a clinical judgment that the risk of cross - reactivity is low or has been evaluated and determined to be acceptable.

Answer:

According to the note at the bottom of the form, the patient has no contraindications or cautions with hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide), but there is a potential concern due to sulfonamide hypersensitivity.