Chlorthalidone

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 26, 2022

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Chlorthalidone

Common Brands:

Hygroton, Thalitone, in Clorpres, in Tenoretic

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Thiazide-like diuretic (water pill)

Forms:

Tablet

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

High blood pressure
Fluid retention

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Chlorthalidone Drug Class

Chlorthalidone (klor thah lih doan) is a prescription medication that belongs to a group of drugs called diuretics (water pills). 

Chlorthalidone Age Range

Chlorthalidone is approved for use in adults over the age of 18 years.