indapamide

[ in-dap-uh-mahyd ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a thiazide-related compound, C 16 H 16 ClN 3 O 3 S, used in the treatment of hypertension and edema.

Word History and Origins

Origin of indapamide¹

ind(oline) ( indole, -ine ² ) + -ap- of uncertain derivation + amide

Example Sentences

The Russian track and field federation says Sidorov tested positive for indapamide, a drug used to treat blood pressure which can also work as a diuretic.

From Washington Times

The new findings don't concern other thiazides such as chlorthalidone or indapamide.

From Reuters