Heart Health

Crestor works by increasing the levels of “good” cholesterol (high density lipoprotein) while decreasing the levels of “bad” cholesterol (low density lipoprotein) in the body. The medication when used with a proper diet, weight loss and regular exercise can help reduce the risk of heart complications, heart attacks or strokes.

Ditide containing the 2 active ingredients benzthiazide and triamterene belongs to a class of medication called diuretics. The medication works by helping the kidney eliminate excess liquids and salt while keeping the potassium intact. It can be used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic heart failure as well as in the management of edema (fluid retention).

Divret containing the active ingredient indapamide is considered a diuretics or water pill type of medication. The medication will cause the kidney to reduce excess salt and water in the body into the urine as well as dilating blood vessels. It can be used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), swelling and breathing problems caused by congestive heart failure and can also increase the patient’s ability to exercise. Treating hypertension can help reduce the risk of strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems.

Doxacard can help relax the muscles in the prostate to treat difficult or painful urination as well as urinary frequency and urgency. It can also help relax the arteries and veins to allow for smoother blood flow in the body. The tablets can be used alone or with other medication to treat an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and hypertension.