chlorthalidone

[ klawr-thal-i-dohn, klohr- ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a sulfonamide diuretic, C 14 H 11 ClN 2 O 4 S, used in the management of hypertension.

chlorthalidone

/ klɔːˈθælɪdəʊn /

noun

1. a diuretic used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and hypertension

Word History and Origins

Origin of chlorthalidone¹

chlor- ² + (ph)thali(mi)d(ine) a chemical component of the drug + (ket)one

Word History and Origins

Origin of chlorthalidone¹

C20: from chlor ( o ) - + th ( iazine ) + -al ³ + -id ( e ) + -one

Example Sentences

On the other hand, some diuretics used to treat high blood pressure, such as hydrochlorothiazide, chlorthalidone or furosemide, can reduce potassium levels in your body, she adds.

From Washington Post

But chlorthalidone outperformed two of the others in lowering systolic blood pressure.

From New York Times

The 31-year-old slugger, who has been out since Aug. 3 with abdominal pain, tested positive for the banned substances chlorthalidone and furosemide, NPB said on Thursday.

From Washington Times

The International Weightlifting Federation said in a statement Monday that Pielieshenko had tested positive for chlorthalidone, a diuretic which can be used to mask the presence of other banned substances.

From Washington Times

Patients taking the more potent diuretic, chlorthalidone, should have regular lab tests to check sodium levels.

From New York Times