noun
- A class of diuretic drugs used to treat high blood pressure and reduce fluid retention in the body.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; plural form; commonly used in clinical practice
Examples
- Chlorothiazides are often prescribed as a first-line treatment for hypertension.
- The doctor recommended chlorothiazides to help manage the patient's high blood pressure.
- Chlorothiazides work by increasing the excretion of sodium and water through the kidneys.
- Common side effects of chlorothiazides include increased urination and electrolyte imbalances.
- Patients taking chlorothiazides should have their kidney function monitored regularly.