Hydrochlorothiazide and candesartan and Imdur

• Generic Name: candesartan / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Atacand HCT

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

Candesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Candesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

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

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

• Generic Name: isosorbide mononitrate
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Imdur, Monoket, ISMO

Imdur (isosorbide mononitrate) is a nitrate that dilates (widens) blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow through them and easier for the heart to pump.

Imdur is an extended release tablet used to prevent angina attacks (chest pain).

Imdur will not treat an angina attack that has already begun.