Hydrochlorothiazide
(hy dro klor o THY a zide)
Carozide, Diaqua, Esidrix, Ezide, Hydro Par, HydroDIURIL, Loqua, Microzide, Oretic, Dyzide
| • | Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps
prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid
retention. |
| • | Hydrochlorothiazide treats fluid retention (edema) in people with
congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders,
or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen. This medication is also
used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). |
| • | Hydrochlorothiazide may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. |
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