Bethanechol and Zaroxolyn

• Generic Name: bethanechol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Duvoid, Urecholine

Bethanechol stimulates your bladder to empty.

Bethanechol is used to treat urinary retention (difficulty urinating), which may occur after surgery, after delivering a baby, and in other situations.

Bethanechol may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metolazone
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Zaroxolyn, Mykrox

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

Zaroxolyn is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This medicine is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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