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Zaroxolyn Medication Information
Zaroxolyn® (metolazone) is a prescription drug approved to treat the following conditions:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Water retention (edema) caused by congestive heart failure (CHF) or kidney problems.
Because this medication is not appropriate for everyone, your healthcare provider needs complete information on your medical history and what other drugs you are taking before prescribing it. Zaroxolyn comes in tablet form and is typically taken once a day.
(Click Zaroxolyn for more detailed information on this drug, including details on its effects in the body, what to expect during treatment, and important safety issues to be aware of before using it.)
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD