... don't have a clue. I need info on this medication and don't know where to find it.
Is there a high blood pressure medication called tetrahydrothiazide? If it is spelled wrong then I?
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- 10 Feb 2012 by JessicaLHillis
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- high blood pressure, blood disorders, medication, blood pressure
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10 Feb 2012
The med is: Hydrochlorothiazide tetra-methyl derivative
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is a prescription medicine that is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention. It is part of a class of medicines known as diuretics.
Hydrochlorothiazide is sold under a number of brand names, including Esidrix®, HydroDIURIL®, Microzide®, and Oretic®. It is also available as a generic. The medication is sometimes referred to as HCTZ or HCT for short.
Specific uses of hydrochlorothiazide include: Controlling high blood pressure (hypertension); Treating water retention (edema) due to several causes, including congestive heart failure, cirrhosis, kidney failure (renal failure), and certain medications.
However, for more info do talk to a doc/pharmacist, please.
Take care, best wishes!
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