Description

Polythiazide is a medication that belongs to the thiazide class of diuretics. It is primarily used to treat hypertension and edema by promoting the excretion of sodium and water from the body.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'Politiazida' may be used interchangeably with 'diurético tiazídico' in some contexts, but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal settings. Avoid confusion with similar-sounding medications such as 'hidroclorotiazida'.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Polythiazide to help manage the patient's high blood pressure.

ES: El médico recetó Politiazida para ayudar a controlar la hipertensión del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing Polythiazide with Hydrochlorothiazide; using informal terms like 'diurético' instead of the specific term; mispronouncing 'Politiazida' as 'Politizida'