Question

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

Explanation:

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide - type diuretic. Sulfonamide hypersensitivity is a concern as thiazides are chemically related to sulfonamides. Since the patient has a history of sulfonamide hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis), this is a contraindication. The current statement in the image that there are no contraindications or cautions is incorrect.

Answer:

The patient has a contraindication to hydrochlorothiazide due to sulfonamide hypersensitivity.