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n.
a potent thiazide diuretic used in the treatment of conditions involving retention of fluid, such as congestive heart failure, hypertension, and oedema. Side-effects include dizziness, lethargy, and muscle cramps. Trade names: Aprinox, Berkozide.
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ben·dro·flu·me·thi·a·zide (ben″dro-floo″mə-thiґə-zīd) [USP] a thiazide diuretic used for treatment of hypertension and edema; administered orally.Medical dictionary. 2011.