Amiloride and Hydrochlorothiazide and Monopril HCT

• Generic Name: amiloride / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Moduretic 5-50

• It is used to treat high blood pressure.
• It is used to treat heart failure (weak heart).
• It is used to raise potassium stores in the body.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: fosinopril / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Monopril HCT

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Fosinopril is an ACE inhibitor. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme. Fosinopril lowers blood pressure and also relieves symptoms of fluid retention.

Monopril HCT is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Monopril HCT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.