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Diupres

chlorothiazide and reserpine
Used for Heart Failure, Hypertension

Chlorothiazide/reserpine is a combination medication used to lower blood pressure. It's no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.

Reviewed by:Last reviewed on June 27, 2022
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What is Chlorothiazide/reserpine?

What is Chlorothiazide/reserpine used for?

  • High blood pressure

Drug facts

Common BrandsDiupres(brand no longer available)
Drug ClassDiuretic / Rauwolfia alkaloid
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
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Common questions about Chlorothiazide/reserpine

Chlorothiazide/reserpine is made up of two medications that both lower your blood pressure. Chlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that works in the kidneys to remove extra water, which lowers blood pressure and gets rid of swelling. Reserpine is a Rauwolfia alkaloid that works by lowering the levels of certain chemicals in your body that can raise your blood pressure.

No, chlorothiazide/reserpine has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States. It's not clear why chlorothiazide/reserpine was discontinued.

Yes. Although reserpine as a single-ingredient medication has also been discontinued, chlorothiazide (Diuril) is still available. There are also other available medications that work well for treating high blood pressure.

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Chlorothiazide/reserpine dosage

Typical dosage for Chlorothiazide/reserpine

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What are alternatives to Chlorothiazide/reserpine?

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Chlorothiazide/reserpine
Used for:
  • High blood pressure
Used for:
  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • Fluid retention (edema)
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