Diuretics, sometimes called water pills, help remove extra fluid from the body. They're often used to lower blood pressure. Know the possible side effects.

Jan 1, 2026 · Description Furosemide belongs to a group of medicines called loop diuretics (also known as water pills). Furosemide is given to help treat fluid retention (edema) and swelling that is caused …

Mar 29, 2025 · Diuretics are medicines that help the body get rid of extra fluid. Some claim that certain herbs and dietary supplements can work as diuretics. Examples include dandelion, ginger, parsley, …

Nov 1, 2025 · Chlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps to lower blood pressure and remove excess fluid (edema).

Jan 1, 2026 · Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (water pill). It prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low. This medicine is also …

Jan 1, 2026 · Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It is used to help reduce the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine. It may also be used for other conditions as …

Nov 1, 2025 · Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps to lower blood pressure .

Aug 19, 2025 · As a chemical, caffeine increases production of urine, which means caffeine is a diuretic. But most research suggests that the fluid in caffeinated drinks balances the diuretic effect of typical …

Nov 1, 2025 · Chlorthalidone is a diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps to lower blood pressure. This medicine is available only with …

Nov 1, 2025 · Amiloride is a type of diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from losing too much potassium. It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which …