Hydrochlorothiazide (Noun)
Meaning
A diuretic drug (trade name Microzide, Esidrix, and HydroDIURIL) used in the treatment of hypertension.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed hydrochlorothiazide to help lower the patient's blood pressure and manage their hypertension symptoms.
- Over the years, hydrochlorothiazide has been combined with other medications to form popular treatments for high blood pressure and fluid retention.
- Some people taking hydrochlorothiazide report increased urine production as a side effect of the medication, particularly in the first few days of taking it.
- Researchers compared the effects of hydrochlorothiazide on mild hypertension in pregnant women to assess its safety in treatment.
- Both patients with stage 1 and stage 2 hypertension may be prescribed hydrochlorothiazide as part of their comprehensive treatment plan.