Xaqua (metolazone) tablets launched in UK but not directly interchangeable with other metolazone products due to higher bioavailability
Xaqua is licensed for treatment of oedema related to kidney diseases & heart failure, and for mild/moderate hypertension, alone or in combination with other antihypertensive medicines. Bioavailability may differ significantly (up to~ 2-fold) from other metolazone products.
Source:
electronic Medicines compendium
SPS commentary:
SPC advises that Xaqua tablets bioavailability may be different from other metolazone preparations. Therefore, the recommended doses (expressed in mg) can differ from other metolazone products. A dose adjustment may be necessary and individualised titration based on patient's response and tolerability is advised if switching from Xaqua tablets to another metolazone product, or vice versa.