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ATC Level5: C09XA52 - Aliskiren and Hydrochlorothiazide
ATC Level1:
- C - Cardiovascular system
ATC Level2:
- C09 - Agents acting on the renin
ATC Level3:
- C09X - Other agents acting on the renin
ATC Level4:
ATC Level5:
- C09XA52 - Aliskiren and Hydrochlorothiazide
Drugs in ATC category "C09XA52":
- Aliskiren
- Aliskiren is a renin inhibitor. It was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 2007 for the treatment of hypertension. Indication: For the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. It may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. Aliskiren is a nonpeptide renin inhibitor marketed under the trade name Tekturna by Novartis.
- Hydrochlorothiazide (Hydrochlorothiazide)
- Hydrochlorothiazide information Hydrochlorothiazide is an antihypertensive, diuretic drug that acts on the electrolyte reabsorption in the renal tubular mechanism increasing the excretion of chloride and sodium in equivalent amounts. The exact mechanism of its antihypertensive action is not known at this time. Hydrochlorothiazide indications Hydrochlorothiazide is typically employed for the treatment of patients suffering from hypertension, either as monotherapy or in combination with...
- Rasilez HCT
- This is a combination medication that contains aliskiren and hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to treat mild-to-moderate high blood pressure for people who have been taking at least one of these medications individually. Aliskiren belongs to a group of medications called direct rennin inhibitors, which reduce blood pressure by blocking the actions of renin (a chemical that causes blood vessels to constrict or tighten). Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to the group of medications called ...
- Tekturna HCT
- This product is used to treat high blood pressure ( hypertension ). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks , and kidney problems. This product contains 2 medications. Aliskiren works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is called a "water pill" (diuretic) and causes your body to get rid of extra salt and water. This effect may increase the amount of urine you make when you first start the medication. It also helps to...
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology
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