FDA approves hypertension generic

ROCKVILLE, Md. The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic version of Abbott’s Oretic, agency records show.

The FDA approved Ipca Labs’ hydrochlorothiazide capsules in the 12.5 mg strength. The drug is used to treat hypertension.

Oretic was originally approved in 1959, and its active pharmaceutical ingredient is used in a number of hypertension drugs.