Definition

A type of medication that helps the body get rid of extra salt and water, often used to treat high blood pressure and swelling.

Example

The doctor prescribed chlorothiazide to help manage my high blood pressure.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of chlorothiazide?

Yeah, isn’t it a medication for high blood pressure?

Exactly! My doctor prescribed chlorothiazide to help with my edema.

That sounds like it could be really helpful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chlorothiazide is formed from "chloro-" (from Greek "chloros", meaning green) and "thiazide" (from the chemical structure containing a thiazine ring, which is derived from "thiazine" — a compound name that combines "thio-" (meaning sulfur) and "azine" (a type of chemical compound)). The word refers to a specific type of diuretic medication that contains chlorine and a thiazide structure, which is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention.

Memory Tip

Think of 'chloros' meaning green, which relates to the chlorine in the medication, and 'thiazide' referring to its chemical structure. This helps you remember that chlorothiazide is a greenish compound used in medicine.

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