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Altizid (altizide)

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Altizid (generic name: altizide) is a altizide drug. It is currently in unknown development for Edema, Hypertensive disorder.

Altizide works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the kidneys.

Altizide is a small molecule thiazide diuretic. It is sold under various brand names, including Aldactacine and Aldactazine, often in combination with spironolactone.

At a glance

Generic namealtizide
Drug classaltizide
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Think of it like a sponge: when you squeeze a sponge, water comes out. Altizide helps the kidneys squeeze out excess water and salt by blocking the tiny tubes where they're reabsorbed, allowing more fluid to be excreted in the urine.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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Frequently asked questions about Altizid

What is Altizid?

Altizid (altizide) is a altizide drug, indicated for Edema, Hypertensive disorder.

How does Altizid work?

Altizide works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in the kidneys.

What is Altizid used for?

Altizid is indicated for Edema, Hypertensive disorder.

What is the generic name of Altizid?

altizide is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Altizid.

What drug class is Altizid in?

Altizid belongs to the altizide class. See all altizide drugs at /class/altizide.

What development phase is Altizid in?

Altizid is in unknown.

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