Key takeaways
Ziac (bisoprolol/hydrochlorothiazide) and Dutoprol (metoprolol succinate/hydrochlorothiazide) are combination medications used to treat high blood pressure. They each contain a beta blocker and a diuretic, which work together to lower blood pressure. However, there are several differences between them. Ziac combines bisoprolol, a beta blocker, with hydrochlorothiazide, a diuretic, and is available as a prescription medication taken once daily. Dutoprol, on the other hand, combined metoprolol succinate, another beta blocker, with hydrochlorothiazide, but has been discontinued and is no longer available. Both medications share common side effects like dizziness and tiredness. Ziac comes in fixed dosage strengths, which can make it harder to adjust the dosages of the individual ingredients. While Dutoprol is not available, the medications it contained can be prescribed separately.
