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Regroton

chlorthalidone and reserpine
Used for Hypertension

Chlorthalidone/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 28, 2022
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What is Chlorthalidone/reserpine?

What is Chlorthalidone/reserpine used for?

  • High blood pressure

Drug facts

Common BrandsRegroton(brand no longer available)
Drug ClassDiuretic / Rauwolfia alkaloid
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityPrescription only
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Common questions about Chlorthalidone/reserpine

Chlorthalidone/reserpine is made up of two medications that lower your blood pressure. Chlorthalidone is a thiazide-like 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, chlorthalidone/reserpine has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States. It's not clear why chlorthalidone/reserpine was discontinued.

Yes. Reserpine as a single-ingredient medication has also been discontinued. But chlorthalidone on its own and in combination with other medications is still available. There are also other available medications that work well for treating high blood pressure.

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Chlorthalidone/reserpine dosage

Typical dosage for Chlorthalidone/reserpine

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