Betamethasone Ointment Augmented and Zestoretic

• Generic Name: betamethasone topical
• Dosage Forms: ointment, augmented
• Other Brand Names: Diprolene, Luxiq, Sernivo, Diprosone, Uticort, Betanate, Alphatrex, Del-Beta, Maxivate, Valisone, Beta-Val, Betatrex, Betaderm, Diprolene AF, Teladar

Betamethasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Betamethasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.

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

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / lisinopril
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Zestoretic, Prinzide

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

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

Zestoretic is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

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