What Is Dyazide Prescribed for?

This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is a combination of two "water pills" (diuretics): triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide.

Is dyazide a good blood pressure medicine?

Dyazide (triamterene / hydrochlorothiazide) is a 2-in-1 diuretic (water pill) used to treat high blood pressure and swelling (edema). This medication is helpful for people who need to take hydrochlorothiazide and have low potassium levels.

How long does it take dyazide to work?

Onset of diuresis with DYAZIDE takes place within 1 hour, peaks at 2 to 3 hours, and tapers off during the subsequent 7 to 9 hours. DYAZIDE is well absorbed.