Diuril Injection and Microzide

• Generic Name: chlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Diuril, Diuril Sodium

Chlorothiazide is a diuretic (water pill) that is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen.

Chlorothiazide is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Chlorothiazide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: capsule, gelatin coated
• Other Brand Names: Microzide, Aquazide H, HydroDIURIL,

Microzide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Microzide is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Microzide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.