Medical Subject Headings

Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D006852
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Preferred Name

Hydrochlorothiazide

Definitions
A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.
Synonyms
Dichlothiazide
2H-1,2,4-Benzothiadiazine-7-sulfonamide, 6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-, 1,1-dioxide
HCTZ
Esidrex
Hypothiazide
HydroDIURIL
Esidrix
Dihydrochlorothiazide
Oretic
Sectrazide
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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