What it's used for
This medication is used to manage and lower high blood pressure, either on its own or with other blood pressure medications.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
The recommended starting dose is 100 mg taken twice daily.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Boxed warning / key safety info
This medication can rarely cause severe, potentially fatal liver injury.
Common side effects
Most side effects are mild, temporary, and occur early in treatment.
Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list
Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.
Related medications
Other heart, blood pressure & cholesterol medications covered at $0 with an active Tab membership.