Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide and Phosphasal

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / metoprolol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dutoprol, Lopressor HCT

Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide combination is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys, resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.

Metoprolol is a beta-blocker. It works by affecting the response to some nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. As a result, the heart beats slower and decreases the blood pressure. When the blood pressure is lowered, the amount of blood and oxygen is increased to the heart.

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps lower the blood pressure.

Metoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: hyoscyamine / methenamine / methylene blue / phenyl salicylate / sodium biphosphate
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Azuphen MB, Hyolev MB, Phosphasal, UR N-C, Uramit MB, Urelle, Uribel, Urimar-T, Urin D/S, Uro-L, Ustell, Utira-C, Uro-MP, Vilamit MB, Vilevev MB, UR N-C, Urelle, Uretron D/S, Urin DS, Uro-458, UroAv-81, UroAv-B, Uticap, Utrona-C

Hyoscyamine produces many effects in the body, including relief from muscle spasms.

Methenamine and methylene blue work as mild antiseptics that fight bacteria in the urine and bladder.

Phenyl salicylate is a mild pain reliever.

Sodium biphosphate is a form of phosphorus, which is a naturally occurring substance that is important in every cell in the body.

Phosphasal is a combination medicine used to treat bladder irritation (pain, spasms, inflammation) caused by urinary tract infection. Phosphasal is also used to prevent bladder discomfort during a medical procedure.

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