chlorthalidone

/klɔrˈθælɪdoʊn/
noun
  1. A medication used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention (edema) by helping the kidneys remove excess salt and water from the body.
    • He takes chlorthalidone every morning to reduce swelling in his legs.
    • Chlorthalidone is often recommended as a first-line treatment for hypertension.
    • The doctor prescribed chlorthalidone to help lower her blood pressure.
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