Hydrochlorothiazide

Synonyms

2H-1,2,4-Benzothiadiazine-7-sulfonamide, 6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-, 1,1-dioxide

Dichlothiazide

Dihydrochlorothiazide

Esidrex

Esidrix

HCTZ

HydroDIURIL

Hypothiazide

Oretic

Sectrazide

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.