What does Hygroton treat?

Answer by  Connie45 (1110)

It's a diuretic used to treat edema, congestive heart failure, hypertention, and nephrotic syndrome. Possible side effects include headache, dizziness, nausea, heart palpitations, urinary frequency, diarrhea, anorexia, constipation, weakness, palpitations, low potassium, low sodium, low calcium, low chloride, low magnesium, increased creatinine, hyperglycemia, liver inflammation, increased BUN (blood urea nitrogen, a test of kidney function) and sensitivity to the sun.

Answer by  Bob53 (414)

Hygroton is a diuretic used to treat fluid retention and high blood pressure. The most commonly reported side effect is frequent urination. Other effects include muscle weakness, nausea, and decreased tolerance to sun exposure.

Answer by  jsmith (2067)

Hygroton is a diuretic - a drug that causes you to have a higher volume of urine. These types of drugs are generally used to treat hypertension or edema. Common side effects are generally what you would expect if you lose too much water - thirst, cramps, dizziness, nausea, etc.

Answer by  GeoffKeoghyahoocom (466)

Hygroton is used for edema, which is excess fluid in your body. Some if its side effects include lowering the sodium and potassium level in your body.