Epitizide
Epitizide
Epitizide (pronounced: e-pi-ti-zide) is a type of diuretic medication that is often used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema (fluid retention).
Etymology
The term "Epitizide" is derived from the Greek words "epi" meaning "upon", "tizo" meaning "to drip", and the suffix "-ide" which is commonly used in the naming of chemical substances. This name reflects the drug's function of promoting the excretion of excess fluid from the body.
Usage
Epitizide works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys, thereby increasing the amount of water that is excreted from the body. This helps to lower blood pressure and reduce fluid retention. Epitizide is often used in combination with other medications, such as beta blockers and ACE inhibitors, to manage hypertension and edema.
Related Terms
- Diuretic: A type of medication that helps eliminate excess water and salt from the body.
- Hypertension: A medical condition characterized by high blood pressure.
- Edema: A condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body.
- Beta Blockers: A class of drugs that are particularly used to manage abnormal heart rhythms, and to protect the heart from a second heart attack after a first heart attack.
- ACE inhibitors: A type of drug used primarily for the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epitizide
- Wikipedia's article - Epitizide
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