Hydralazine and Hydrochlorothiazide (Systemic)
Brand Names : Apresazide
CategoryDescriptionHydralazine and hydrochlorothiazide (hye-DRAL-a-zeen and hye-droe-klor-oh-THYE-a-zide)
combination is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If
it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.
This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting
in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure also may
increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur
if blood pressure is controlled.
Hydralazine works by relaxing blood vessels and increasing the supply of
blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload. The hydrochlorothiazide
is a type of medicine known as a thiazide diuretic and helps reduce the amount
of water in the body by acting on the kidneys to increase the flow of urine.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage forms:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
Generic name product may be available in the U.S. † Not commercially available in Canada.
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