English noun: chlorthalidone | |||
1. | chlorthalidone (artifact) a diuretic (trade names Hygroton and Thalidone) used to control hypertension and conditions that cause edema; effective in lowering blood pressure to prevent heart attacks | ||
Synonyms | Hygroton, Thalidone | ||
Broader (hypernym) | diuretic, diuretic drug, water pill | ||