Diuretics are medicines that help reduce fluid buildup in the body. They sometimes are called water pills. Most diuretics help the kidneys remove salt and water through the urine. This lowers the amount of …

Apr 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 …

Apr 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 …

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 …

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.

Apr 1, 2026 · 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 . This medicine is available only …

Apr 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 …

Apr 1, 2026 · 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).

Mar 1, 2026 · 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 …

Apr 1, 2026 · Indapamide is a thiazide-like diuretic (water pill). It reduces the amount of water in the body by increasing the flow of urine, which helps lower the blood pressure.