Hydrochlorothiazide
Uses
Hydrochlorothiazide is used in the treatment of high blood pressure or hypertension, congestive heart failure,fluid retention (edema), cirrhosis of the liver, corticosteroid and estrogen therapy, and kidney disorders.
How it Works
Hydrochlorothiazide contains a form of thiazide, which is a diuretic that prompts your body to produce and eliminate more urine, which helps lower blood pressure.Hydrochlorothiazide lowers the blood pressure and swelling by removing extra water and electrolytes from the body.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Hydrochlorothiazide may suffer from such side effects;
Headache,
Nausea,
Increased blood uric acid,
Decreased potassium level in blood,
Glucose intolerance,
Anemia,
Blood disorders,
Changes in blood sugar,
Constipation,
Difficulty breathing,
Dizziness,
Fever,
Altered blood lipids
Benazepril
Uses
Benazepril is used in the treatment of hypertension, heart failure, heart attack and diabetic kidney disease.
How it Works
Benazepril known as an ACE, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Benazepril works by preventing a chemical in your blood called angiotensin I from converting into a more potent form that increases salt and water retention in your body. Benazepril also enhances blood flow throughout the blood vessels by relaxing the blood vessels .
Common Side effects
Patients who take Benazepril may suffer from such side effects;
Decreased blood pressure,
Cough,
Increased potassium level in blood,
Fatigue,
Weakness,
Dizziness,
Renal impairment