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GENERIC NAME: enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide

BRAND NAME: Vaseretic

DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Vaseretic is a combination of enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide. For more information please read the enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide articles.

GENERIC AVAILABLE: no

PRESCRIPTION: yes

PREPARATIONS: Tablets containing 10mg of enalapril and 25mg of hydrochlorothiazide.

STORAGE: Vaseretic should be stored at 59-86°F (15-30°C) and protected from excessive light and humidity.

PRESCRIBED FOR: Vaseretic is used to treat high blood pressure. It can also be used in persons with congestive heart failure.

DOSING: The dose of Vaseretic is individualized.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Please read the enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide articles.

PREGNANCY: Please read the enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide articles.

NURSING MOTHERS: Please read the enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide articles.

SIDE EFFECTS: Please read the enalapril and hydrochlorothiazide articles.

Reference: FDA Prescribing Information


Last Editorial Review: 4/3/1999 4:02:00 PM




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High blood pressure (HBP) or hypertension means high pressure (tension) in the arteries. Arteries are vessels that carry blood from the pumping heart to all the tissues and organs of the body. High blood pressure does not mean excessive emotional tension, although emotional tension and stress can temporarily increase blood pressure. Normal blood pressure is below 120/80; blood pressure between 120/80 and 139/89 is called "pre-hypertension", and a blood pressure of 140/90 or above is considered high.

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