Hydrochlorothiazide and aliskiren and Proscar

• Generic Name: aliskiren / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Tekturna HCT

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.

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

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

• Generic Name: finasteride
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Propecia, Proscar

Proscar prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) in the body. DHT is involved in the development of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Proscar is used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate.

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