Aminosalicylate sodium and Inderide

• Generic Name: aminosalicylic acid
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Paser

Aminosalicylate sodium belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives. It is used with other medicines, to help the body overcome tuberculosis (TB). It will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

To help clear up your tuberculosis (TB) completely, you must keep taking aminosalicylate sodium for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better. This is very important. It is also important that you do not miss any doses.

Aminosalicylate sodium is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / propranolol
• Dosage Forms: Tablets
• Other Brand Names: Inderide, Inderide LA

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

Propranolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

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

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