Thiazide
Thiazide
Thiazide (/θaɪˈeɪzaɪd/) is a type of molecule often used in medications that treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (fluid retention).
Etymology
The term "thiazide" is derived from the chemical structure of these compounds, which includes a thiazide ring, a type of heterocyclic compound.
Usage
Thiazide diuretics are a class of drugs commonly used in medicine to treat conditions such as hypertension and edema. These drugs work by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride ions in the distal convoluted tubule of the kidneys. This action increases the excretion of these ions, along with water, reducing blood volume and lowering blood pressure.
Related Terms
- Diuretic: A substance that promotes diuresis, the increased production of urine.
- Hypertension: A long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
- Edema: A condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
- Distal convoluted tubule: A portion of kidney nephron where selective reabsorption of ions and water occurs.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thiazide
- Wikipedia's article - Thiazide
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