Hydrochlorothiazide and amiloride and Nilstat Drops

• Generic Name: amiloride / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Moduretic 5-50

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

Amiloride is a potassium sparing-diuretic that also prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low.

The combination of hydrochlorothiazide and amiloride is used to treat fluid retention (edema) and high blood pressure (hypertension).

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

• Generic Name: nystatin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Bio-Statin, Mycostatin

Nystatin belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. The dry powder, lozenge (pastille), and liquid forms of this medicine are used to treat fungus infections in the mouth.

Nystatin is available only with your doctor's prescription.