SECTRAZIDE
\sˈɛktɹe͡ɪzˌa͡ɪd], \sˈɛktɹeɪzˌaɪd], \s_ˈɛ_k_t_ɹ_eɪ_z_ˌaɪ_d]\
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A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It has been used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism.
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