Hydrochlorothiazide is a medication used in the treatment of high blood pressure.
Brand Name: Hydrochlorothiazide
Generic Name: Hydrochlorothiazide
Other Brands: HydroDIURIL, Esidrix
What is Hydrochlorothiazide and why is Hydrochlorothiazide prescribed?
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic (water pill).
Hydrochlorothiazide is used in the treatment
of high blood pressure and other conditions that require the elimination
of excess fluid (water) from the body. These conditions include congestive
heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, corticosteroid and estrogen therapy,
and kidney disorders. When used for high blood pressure, More...
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| Most important fact about Hydrochlorothiazide
(diuretic) |
| If you have high blood pressure, you
must take Hydrochlorothiazide regularly for it to be
effective. Since blood pressure declines gradually, it
may be several weeks before you get the full benefit of Hydrochlorothiazide;
and you must continue taking it even if you are feeling well.
Hydrochlorothiazide does not cure high blood pressure;
it merely keeps it under control. |
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