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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.

Also Known As:

Esidrix; HydroDIURIL; Oretic; Dichlothiazide; Dihydrochlorothiazide; Esidrex; HCTZ; Hypothiazide; Sectrazide; 2H-1,2,4-Benzothiadiazine-7-sulfonamide, 6-chloro-3,4-dihydro-, 1,1-dioxide

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Antihypertensive Agents
Diuretics
Sodium Chloride Symporter Inhibitors

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Sulfur Compounds: 278
  - Thiazides: 1584
    - Benzothiadiazines: 3
      - Chlorothiazide: 366
        Hydrochlorothiazide: 2897
  - Sulfones: 534
    - Sulfonamides: 2809
      - Benzothiadiazines: 3
        Chlorothiazide: 366
        Hydrochlorothiazide: 2897
Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- Fused-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - 2-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
    - Benzothiadiazines: 3
      - Chlorothiazide: 366
        Hydrochlorothiazide: 2897

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