Metolazone and Polaramine

• Generic Name: metolazone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zaroxolyn, Mykrox

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

Metolazone is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Metolazone is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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

• Generic Name: dexchlorpheniramine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Polaramine, Polaramine Repetabs, RyClora

Polaramine (dexchlorpheniramine) is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Polaramine is used to treat sneezing; runny nose; itching, watery eyes; hives; rashes; itching; and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.

Polaramine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.