About Tekturna HCT & High Blood Sugar

Tekturna HCT is the brand name of the drug aliskiren/hydrochlorothiazide, which is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels and acting as a diuretic to help the kidneys remove fluid from the body. Tekturna HCT has many possible side effects, one of which is altering blood sugar levels.

Diuretic

• The hydrochlorothiazide in Tekturna HCT is the diuretic component, and a substance that may cause high blood sugar levels.

Diabetes

• People with diabetes have reported elevated blood sugar levels while taking Tekturna HCT, and others have developed diabetes while on the drug.

Uncommon Effect

• Reports of increased blood sugar levels in Tekturna HCT users are uncommon, and researchers have not been able to determine if the effect is caused by the drug or by other factors.

Glucose Monitoring

• Diabetics taking Tekturna HCT should closely monitor their glucose levels and not make any changes in insulin or other medication dosage until talking with their doctor.

Hyperglycemia Symptoms

• Anyone taking Tekturna HCT should tell his doctor about symptoms associated with high blood sugar, such as increased thirst, urination and fatigue.