Chlorthalidone (Noun)
Meaning
A diuretic (trade names Hygroton and Thalidone) used to control hypertension and conditions that cause edema; effective in lowering blood pressure to prevent heart attacks.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Chlorthalidone is a type of diuretic that is commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure and edema.
- The medication, chlorthalidone, was first introduced in the 1960s under the trade name Hygroton.
- Doctors often recommend chlorthalidone as a first-line treatment for hypertension due to its effectiveness in lowering blood pressure.
- Chlorthalidone works by increasing urine production, which helps to remove excess fluid from the body and reduce swelling.
- Long-term use of chlorthalidone has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes in patients with hypertension.