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Pharmaranks rates Serpasil-Esidrix #1 3.5/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Serpasil-Esidrix #1 is a combination medicine containing Hydrochlorothiazide and Reserpine.

Hydrochlorothiazide and Reserpine · by Novartis

70/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Hydrochlorothiazide and Reserpine
Form
Tablet
Strength
Hydrochlorothiazide 25MG; Reserpine 0.1MG
Type
Prescription (Rx)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Novartis
Half-life
about 6 to 15 hours (the label reports a range, not a single number) (how long it stays in your system)
What the pharmacy pays
~$0.91 for 30 — not your price
FDA application
NDA011878
Availability
Discontinued (per FDA)

How long does Hydrochlorothiazide and Reserpine stay in your body?

The elimination half-life of hydrochlorothiazide and reserpine is about 6 to 15 hours (the label reports a range, not a single number) — the time it takes the body to clear about half of it. As a rule of thumb, a medicine is mostly gone after roughly 4 to 5 half-lives, though this varies from person to person with age and kidney or liver function. This is the plasma ELIMINATION half-life. Plasma levels fall bi-exponentially: other FDA labels for hydrochlorothiazide combination products describe a distribution phase of roughly 2 hours before the ~10-hour (6-15 h) elimination phase — the elimination figure is the one given here. Hydrochlorothiazide is NOT a prodrug and is NOT metabolized, so there is no active metabolite that outlasts the parent; more than 95% of the absorbed dose is excreted unchanged in urine. Kidney impairment: the label states plainly that in patients with renal disease plasma concentrations are increased and the elimination half-life is PROLONGED — it does not quantify by how much. The label does not state a different half-life for older adults or for liver impairment, so no number should be assumed for those groups. Absorption (not elimination) is reduced in congestive heart failure. This is a pharmacokinetic figure about how long the drug stays in plasma; it is not a drug-test detection window and not dosing guidance.

This is general information, not medical advice. It doesn’t tell you when a drug test would read negative (tests detect substances for different, often longer, windows) or when it’s safe to take another dose — ask your pharmacist or prescriber. Source: DailyMed — HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE capsule, Clinical Pharmacology (Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism).

Dosage forms

Tablet

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

How is Serpasil-Esidrix #1 rated?
pharmaranks gives Serpasil-Esidrix #1 a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
How much does Serpasil-Esidrix #1 cost?
Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $0.91 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.
Is there a coupon or discount for Serpasil-Esidrix #1?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Serpasil-Esidrix #1. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Serpasil-Esidrix #1?
Serpasil-Esidrix #1 is marketed by Novartis. You can see Novartis's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Serpasil-Esidrix #1 a brand-name or generic drug?
Serpasil-Esidrix #1 is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Hydrochlorothiazide and Reserpine.
Is Serpasil-Esidrix #1 available over the counter?
No. Serpasil-Esidrix #1 is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
What forms does Serpasil-Esidrix #1 come in?
Serpasil-Esidrix #1 is currently marketed as tablet, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
Is Serpasil-Esidrix #1 FDA-registered?
Serpasil-Esidrix #1 is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA011878. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Serpasil-Esidrix #1 been recalled by the FDA?
Serpasil-Esidrix #1 has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Serpasil-Esidrix #1 safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Serpasil-Esidrix #1 a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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