Ezetimibe and simvastatin and Hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril

• Generic Name: ezetimibe / simvastatin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Vytorin

Ezetimibe reduces the amount of cholesterol absorbed by the body. Simvastatin is in a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins."

Ezetimibe and simvastatin is a combination medicine that is used to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Ezetimibe and simvastatin is used together with a low-fat diet and other treatments to lower total cholesterol in adults and children who are at least 10 years old. It is not known whether ezetimibe and simvastatin reduces your risk of heart disease.

Ezetimibe and simvastatin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / lisinopril
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zestoretic, Prinzide

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.

Hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril is a combination medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Hydrochlorothiazide and lisinopril may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.