Archives: Drug Cards

Hydrocortisone Mechanism of Action Hydrocortisone is a synthetic glucocorticoid with potent anti‑inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. Binding to cytosolic glucocorticoid receptors (GR) leads to a conformational change, nuclear translocation, and modulation…

Hydrocodone and Ibuprofen Hydrocodone is a semi‑synthetic mu‑opioid receptor agonist used for moderate to severe pain. Ibuprofen is a non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID) that blocks cyclo‑oxygenase (COX) enzymes. The combination…

Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen Hydrocodone/acetaminophen is a fixed‑dose combination opioid analgesic commonly prescribed for moderate to moderately severe acute pain and for chronic pain when other therapies are insufficient. The formulation…

Hydrocodone Mechanism of Action Hydrocodone is a semi‑synthetic opioid that exerts its analgesic effect primarily by binding to µ‑opioid receptors in the central nervous system (CNS). Activation of these receptors…

Hydrochlorothiazide and valsartan Mechanism of Action Hydrochlorothiazide: inhibits the Na⁺/Cl⁻ co‑transporter in the early distal convoluted tubule, causing natriuresis, diuresis, and a modest diuretic‑induced BP fall. Valsartan: blocks the angiotensin‑II…

Hydrochlorothiazide and Triamterene Mechanism of Action Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a thiazide diuretic that blocks the sodium–chloride co‑transporter (Na⁺/Cl⁻) in the distal convoluted tubule (DCT), reducing Na⁺, Cl⁻, and water reabsorption…

Hydrochlorothiazide and olmesartan Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) and olmesartan (oral ARB) are often combined into a single‑pill antihypertensive regimen that offers complementary mechanisms of action, improved adherence, and potent blood‑pressure control. Mechanism…

Hydrochlorothiazide and Losartan Mechanism of Action Hydrochlorothiazide Thiazide‑type diuretic. Blocks the Na⁺‑Cl⁻ co‑transporters in the distal convoluted tubule → ↑ sodium, chloride excretion → ↓ plasma volume → ↓ systemic…

Hydrochlorothiazide and Lisinopril Mechanism of Action Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide‑type diuretic that blocks the sodium‑chloride co‑transporter (Na⁺/Cl⁻ cotransporter) in the distal convoluted tubule, promoting natriuresis, kaliuresis, and diuresis. Lisinopril is…

Hydrochlorothiazide Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a first‑generation thiazide diuretic frequently used in the management of hypertension, edema, and certain electrolyte disorders. It is available orally in 25 mg tablets and 50 mg chewable…