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.

Dec 28, 2023 · Estos medicamentos, a veces denominados diuréticos, ayudan a eliminar el exceso de líquido del cuerpo. Suelen utilizarse para bajar la presión arterial. Infórmate sobre …

Jul 9, 2024 · Diuretics may raise the risk of gout because they cause you to urinate more. This lowers the amount of fluid in the body. But the remaining fluid is more concentrated. That can …

Apr 25, 2024 · Diuretics are a common treatment for high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. They lower blood pressure by helping the body pass sodium and water through …

Mar 29, 2025 · Looking to natural diuretics to ease fluid retention and help with weight loss? Making lifestyle changes likely is a better way to go.

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Jul 28, 2023 · Medicines that help the body get rid of too much fluid through urine can treat worse forms of edema. One of the most common of these water pills, also known as diuretics, is …

Jan 3, 2024 · Diuretics lower how much fluid is in the body, which may lower the amount of extra fluid in the inner ear. Betahistines ease vertigo symptoms by improving blood flow to the inner …

Nov 1, 2025 · Description Hydrochlorothiazide is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the …

May 27, 2022 · Diuretics. Diuretics, such as furosemide (Lasix), decrease the pressure caused by excess fluid in the heart and lungs. Blood pressure drugs. These help manage high or low …