Diuretics | water pills 

Diuretics are otherwise called as water pills, because they work in the kidney and removes excess water and sodium from the body. It is more effective if the cause of hypertension due to fluid built up in the body.

Diuretics medication available

• Aldactazide and Aldactone (generic name: Spironolactone)
• Demadex (generic name: Torsemide)
• Diuril (generic name: Chlorothiazide)
• Enduron (generic name: Methyclothiazide)
• Esidrix, Microzide & Oretic (generic name: Hydrochlorothiazide)
• Lasix (generic name: Furosemide)
• Lozol (generic name: Indapamide)
• Saluron (generic name: Hydroflumethiazide)
• Thalitone (generic name: Chlorthalidone)
• Zaroxolyn (generic name: Metolazone)

Avoid diuretics, if

• Breast feeding women, these medicines may pass into the breast milk.
• Have problems making urine.
• Have kidney or liver problems, pregnant women, and the elderly should discuss with the doctor regarding the risks of using diuretics.

Diuretics Side effects

• Dizziness, 
• frequent urination, 
• headache, 
• thirsty, 
• muscle cramps, 
• stomach upset.

Diuretic warning signs

Consult doctor immediately if having;

• heavy rash, 
• breathing or swallowing problems, 
• hyperuricemia (Gout).