Capozide and Xerese Cream

• Generic Name: captopril / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: Tablets, USP
• Other Brand Names: Capozide 25/15, Capozide 25/25, Capozide 50/15, Capozide 50/25

Capoten (captopril) is an ACE inhibitor. ACE stands for angiotensin converting enzyme.

Capoten is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), congestive heart failure, kidney problems caused by diabetes, and to improve survival after a heart attack.

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

• Generic Name: acyclovir / hydrocortisone topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Xerese

Xerese cream contains a combination of acyclovir and hydrocortisone. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection. Hydrocortisone is a topical (for the skin) corticosteroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Xerese cream is a prescription medicine used to treat cold sores in people who are at least 12 years old.

Xerese will not cure or prevent cold sores caused by herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infection.