No, they are not the same. They do, however, treat hypertension, but in different ways. Triamterene (HCTZ, or hydrochlorithiazide) is a potassium-sparing diuretic. It helps to eliminate excess fluids through the kidneys and urine, thereby decreasing the blood pressure. Hydralazine is a vasodilator, which will allow the blood to flow more easily, but is only a temporary fix without the diuretic. They are commonly used together to treat pernicious hypertension.
No it is not psychiatric medication at all but blood pressure medication.
Triamterene-h is a medication that contains a combination of triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce excess fluid retention in the body. Triamterene is a diuretic that helps the body get rid of excess salt and water, while hydrochlorothiazide helps prevent the body from absorbing too much salt.
no
There are many purposes of hydralazine. Examples of the purposes of hydralazine includes treating blood pressure, relaxing one's muscles, and clearing arteries.
yes
can a person eat grapefruit while taking triamterene hctz
can a person eat grapefruit while taking triamterene hctz
This term refers to lupus that develops after a patient has taken a medication. Medications that can trigger drug-induced lupus include procainamide or hydralazine
Dyrenium
Triamterene
Triamterene
Yes