GENERIC NAME: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide
　

BRAND NAME: Hyzaar
　

DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Hyzaar is a combination of losartan (Cozaar) and hydrochlorothiazide and is used for treating high blood pressure. For more information, please see the information for each of the two component drugs.

GENERIC AVAILABLE: No

PRESCRIPTION: Yes

PREPARATIONS: Tablets containing 50mg of losartan and 12.5mg of hydrochlorothiazide.

STORAGE: Tablets should be stored at room temperature, between 15-30癈 (59-86癋) and protected from excessive light and humidity. They should be kept in a tightly-closed, light-resistant container.

PRESCRIBED FOR: Hyzaar is used to treat patients with high blood pressure.

DOSING: Hyzaar usually is taken once or twice daily.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Please see the information for each of the component drugs.

PREGNANCY: Please see the information for each of the component drugs.

NURSING MOTHERS: Please see the information for each of the component drugs.

SIDE EFFECTS: Please see the information for each of the component drugs.