What is hydrochlorothiazide and aliskiren?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. Aliskiren is an anti-hypertensive (blood pressure lowering) medication. It works by decreasing substances in the body that narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure. The combination of hydrochlorothiazide and aliskiren is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hydrochlorothiazide and aliskiren may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
