Benazepril and Hydrochlorothiazide and Tekturna HCT

• Generic Name: benazepril / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Lotensin HCT

• It is used to treat high blood pressure.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: aliskiren / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Tekturna HCT

Tekturna HCT contains a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and aliskiren. Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Aliskiren is an anti-hypertensive (blood pressure lowering) medication. It works by decreasing substances in the body that narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure.

Tekturna HCT is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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