Bazedoxifene and conjugated estrogens and Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide

• Generic Name: bazedoxifene / conjugated estrogens
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Duavee

Bazedoxifene blocks estrogen from reaching certain cells in the uterine lining, to protect against overgrowth of uterine tissue.

Estrogen is a female sex hormone produced by the ovaries. Conjugated estrogens are a mixture of estrogen hormones.

Bazedoxifene and conjugated estrogens is a combination medicine used short-term in women after menopause to treat moderate to severe hot flashes, and to prevent osteoporosis. bazedoxifene and conjugated estrogens is used in women who have NOT had a hysterectomy (uterus removed).

Bazedoxifene and conjugated estrogens may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / metoprolol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dutoprol, Lopressor HCT

Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide 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 may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.

Metoprolol is a beta-blocker. It works by affecting the response to some nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. As a result, the heart beats slower and decreases the blood pressure. When the blood pressure is lowered, the amount of blood and oxygen is increased to the heart.

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps lower the blood pressure.

Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide is available only with your doctor's prescription.