hydrochlorothiazide
nounUS /ˌhaɪ.dɹəˌklɔɹ.əˈθaɪ.əˌzaɪd/
Etymology From hydro- + chloro- + -thiazide.
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Chemistry, Medicine, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Pharmacology, Physical sciences, Sciences A diuretic drug, with the chemical formula C₇H₈ClN₃O₄S₂, that inhibits the kidneys' ability to retain water and lowers blood pressure.