ToweRx Effervescent Potassium and Ziac

• Generic Name: potassium bicarbonate
• Dosage Forms: tablet, effervescent
• Other Brand Names: Effervescent Potassium, K-Effervescent, K-vescent, K-vescent, K+Care ET, Klor-Con/EF, Effer-K, Quick-K

Potassium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods and is necessary for many normal functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart.

Effervescent Potassium is used to prevent or to treat a potassium deficiency (hypokalemia).

Effervescent Potassium may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: bisoprolol / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Ziac

Ziac contains a combination of hydrochlorothiazide and bisoprolol. 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).

Ziac is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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