Question 1

How can I lower the cost of my triamterene/hctz

Accepted Answer

You can lower cost of your triamterene/hctz using one of the 4 following drug savings programs: Rx Advantage Card for triamterene/hctz, Canadian Prescription Savings for triamterene/hctz, triamterene/hctz Drug Coupons, triamterene/hctz Patient Assistance Programs

Question 2

What dosages is triamterene/hctz available in?

Accepted Answer

triamterene/HCTZ contains triamterene/hydrochlorothiazide and is available as a 37.5 mg/25 mg or 75 mg/50 mg oral capsule.

Question 3

What is triamterene/hctz used for?

Accepted Answer

triamterene/HCTZ is a combination diuretic (water pill) and is used to treat high blood pressure, and swelling.

Question 4

How does triamterene/hctz work?

Accepted Answer

triamterene/HCTZ is a combination medication. Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that makes you urinate more. It works in your kidneys to remove extra water and certain electrolytes (like sodium and potassium), which helps lower your blood pressure and lessen swelling throughout your body. Triamterene is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill). It also works in your kidneys to remove extra water and electrolytes, but it doesn’t remove potassium from your body. This helps lower your blood pressure and swelling while preventing your blood potassium levels from dropping low.

Question 5

How do I take triamterene/hctz?

Accepted Answer

triamterene/HCTZ is typically taken by mouth once daily around the same time each day,

Question 6

Is it safe for me to take triamterene/hctz?

Accepted Answer

triamterene/HCTZ is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you are receiving other potassium-sparing agents such as spironolactone, amiloride, or other formulations containing triamterene or if you have anuria, acute and chronic renal insufficiency or significant renal impairment.

Question 7

triamterene/hctz Common Side Effects

Accepted Answer

Common side effects of triamterene/HCTZ:  Headache Tiredness Dizziness Muscle cramps

Question 8

triamterene/hctz Serious Side Effects

Accepted Answer

Serious side effects are rare with triamterene/HCTZ. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.  Serious skin reaction: fever, sore throat, skin pain, rash that spreads, blisters, peeling skin Dangerously high potassium levels: feeling that heart is racing, trouble breathing, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling sensation High levels of acid in the blood (acidosis): confusion, fast heartbeat, feeling sick to your stomach, headache, tiredness Severe allergic reactions: severe rash, trouble breathing, closing of the throat

Question 9

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on triamterene/hctz

Accepted Answer

The following medications may interact with triamterene/HCTZ:  Angiotensin-converting Enzyme Inhibitors – Potassium-sparing agents should be used with caution in conjunction with angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors due to an increased risk of hyperkalemia Oral Hypoglycemic Drugs – Concurrent use with chlorpropamide may increase the risk of severe hyponatremia Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs – A possible interaction resulting in acute renal failure has been reported in a few patients on DYAZIDE when treated with indomethacin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent. Caution is advised in administering nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents with DYAZIDE Lithium – Lithium generally should not be given with diuretics because they reduce its renal clearance and increase the risk of lithium toxicity

Question 10

Who makes triamterene/hctz?

Accepted Answer

Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers

Question 11

Is triamterene/hctz safe in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

It is not known if triamterene/HCTZ will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving DYAZIDE, talk to your healthcare provider. triamterene/HCTZ should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the risk to the fetus.

Question 12

What is the brand name for triamterene/hctz?

Accepted Answer

MAXZIDE

Question 13

How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my triamterene/hctz prescription?

Accepted Answer

After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your triamterene/hctz prescription

Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.

Question 14

How do the NowPatient triamterene/hctz savings programs work?

Accepted Answer

After you have created your FREE account with NowPatient, you can access the various programs from your account dashboard. Each program has clear instructions on how to check your eligibility. You can see how the process works by clicking on the feature link below and seeing the ‘How it works’ steps.

Drug Coupon and Patient Assistance Programs require an eligibility quiz to be completed.

Question 15

Are the NowPatient triamterene/hctz savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

Accepted Answer

No. Each program has its own eligibility and applicability requirements. The table below shows if a program is available to you, based on your insurance status.

	Rx Advantage Card* for triamterene/hctz	Canadian Prescription Savings* for triamterene/hctz	triamterene/hctz Drug Coupon*	triamterene/hctz Patient Assistance Program*
Insured (federal, state or government)	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured (Commercial or Private)	Available	Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Uninsured	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage	Available	Available	Not Available	Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company

*This is not insurance.

Question 16

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of triamterene/hctz?

Accepted Answer

No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below

	Rx Advantage Card* for triamterene/hctz	Canadian Prescription Savings* for triamterene/hctz	triamterene/hctz Drug Coupon*	triamterene/hctz Patient Assistance Program*
Brand	Yes	Yes	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Generic	Yes	Yes	No	No

*This is not insurance.

Question 17

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the triamterene/hctz savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

Accepted Answer

If you are insured with Medicare and the triamterene/hctz drug savings options are not applicable to you and still remain unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.

The government site is easy to use and after you have selected your state, it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.

People who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid are called ‘dual eligibles’.

If you are denied Medicaid for triamterene/hctz, and you are still unable to afford your copay or co-insurance element (for example if you are in the coverage gap or Donut Hole) then you may be eligible for a federal support program like Low Income Subsidy. To be eligible for Low Income Subsidy, you need to be a resident in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia. You can check eligibility online at SSA Medicare D Extra Help. You can also call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).

Question 18

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the triamterene/hctz prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, triamterene/hctz is not covered by your plan) and the drug savings options are not applicable or still unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.

The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.

If you are denied and all else fails, and if you have been prescribed triamterene/hctz for an FDA-approved indication, you can call the pharmaceutical company to see if they have any other assistance programs.

Question 19

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the triamterene/hctz prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

If your medication is not covered by your plan, you can appeal your insurance company’s decision. Sometimes, a formal appeal can result in the drug being covered if it is deemed medically necessary.

If you cannot afford your copay contribution, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.

However, being privately insured might complicate your eligibility for Medicaid, as having private insurance may be considered in the financial eligibility assessment.

The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. If you qualify, state Medicaid may cover the full cost of your medication.

Question 20

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the triamterene/hctz prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay contributions?

Accepted Answer

If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:

1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for triamterene/hctz

If you are having trouble paying for your triamterene/hctz medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for triamterene/hctz you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:

Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
triamterene/hctz is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers triamterene/hctz
If triamterene/hctz is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications

You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.

2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for triamterene/hctz

If you are having trouble paying for your triamterene/hctz medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for triamterene/hctz you will need to meet the following criteria:

You live in and are being treated in the United States
You are insured and your plan covers triamterene/hctz
If triamterene/hctz is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications

You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.

3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for triamterene/hctz

Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your triamterene/hctz treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for triamterene/hctz you will need to meet the following criteria:

You must be currently insured and have coverage for triamterene/hctz
You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.

You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.