Hydrochlorothiazide and bisoprolol and Nesiritide Intravenous

• Generic Name: bisoprolol / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ziac

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

Bisoprolol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

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

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

• Generic Name: nesiritide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Natrecor

Nesiritide is used for patients who have severe congestive heart failure that has recently become worse. Nesiritide is for patients who are short of breath while at rest or with minimal activity.