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Chlorthalidone
medication Under reviewA thiazide-like diuretic medication used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention (edema).
Research summary
Scientific evidence from clinical trials and observational studies consistently demonstrates chlorthalidone's superior blood pressure-lowering efficacy compared to hydrochlorothiazide, with greater reductions in both systolic and diastolic pressures. Research consensus supports its role in reducing cardiovascular events in hypertensive populations, though direct studies in healthy normotensive humans are limited, as most investigations target individuals with elevated blood pressure or cardiovascular risk factors. Safety profiles highlight risks of hypokalemia and potential kidney function changes, underscoring the need for careful monitoring.
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Chlorthalidone Reduces Cardiovascular Events Compared With Hydrochlorothiazide: Post Hoc Analysis of the Multiple Risk Factor Intervention Trial
Ernst ME, Neaton JD, Grimm RH Jr, et al.
Comparison of the Effectiveness and Safety of Chlorthalidone and Hydrochlorothiazide in Patients With Hypertension: A Meta-Analysis.
Algharawi B, et al.
Chlorthalidone vs Hydrochlorothiazide for Hypertension–Cardiovascular Events
Williamson JD, et al.
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Chlorthalidone Reduces Cardiovascular Events Compared With Hydrochlorothiazide: Post Hoc Analysis of the Multiple Risk Factor Intervention Trial
Ernst ME, Neaton JD, Grimm RH Jr, et al.
Chlorthalidone vs Hydrochlorothiazide for Hypertension–Cardiovascular Events
Williamson JD, et al.
Reported Side Effects
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Chlorthalidone - StatPearls
Dhar S, et al.
Recommended diuretic causes more side effects than similar drug
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Related health conditions
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May Help With
Hypertension — elevated blood pressure requiring management
Comparison of the Effectiveness and Safety of Chlorthalidone and Hydrochlorothiazide in Patients With Hypertension: A Meta-Analysis.
Algharawi B, et al.
Chlorthalidone vs Hydrochlorothiazide for Hypertension–Cardiovascular Events
Williamson JD, et al.
Research (5 studies)
Comparison of the Effectiveness and Safety of Chlorthalidone and Hydrochlorothiazide in Patients With Hypertension: A Meta-Analysis.
Algharawi B, et al.
Chlorthalidone vs Hydrochlorothiazide for Hypertension–Cardiovascular Events
Williamson JD, et al.
Chlorthalidone - StatPearls
Dhar S, et al.
Recommended diuretic causes more side effects than similar drug
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Chlorthalidone Reduces Cardiovascular Events Compared With Hydrochlorothiazide: Post Hoc Analysis of the Multiple Risk Factor Intervention Trial
Ernst ME, Neaton JD, Grimm RH Jr, et al.
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