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methyclothiazide

Generic Enduron
Used for Edema, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Cirrhosis
Used for Edema, Heart Failure, Hypertension, Cirrhosis

Methyclothiazide is a diuretic (water pill) that's used alone or together with other medications to treat high blood pressure and swelling. This medication is no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.

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Yen Nguyen, PharmD
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Cydnee Ng, PharmD
Last reviewed on November 9, 2021
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What is Methyclothiazide?

How Methyclothiazide works

Drug Facts

Common BrandsEnduron (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassDiuretic (water pill)
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
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Frequently asked questions about Methyclothiazide

What is methyclothiazide?
Methyclothiazide is part of a group of medications called thiazide diuretics. Thiazide diuretics are used to treat high blood pressure and swelling. It works in the kidneys to block chloride and sodium from getting reabsorbed back into your body from your urine. This helps your body remove excess water and salt.
Is methyclothiazide still available?
No, methyclothiazide is currently not available in the United States.
Why was methyclothiazide discontinued?
It's not clear why methyclothiazide was discontinued by the FDA, but it was not taken off the market because of safety or effectiveness issues.
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Interactions between Methyclothiazide and other drugs

Methyclothiazide may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Methyclothiazide. Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

  • Aminolevulinic Acid
  • Ginkgo
  • Gossypol
  • Licorice

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