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How to prevent kidneys problem? i am taking diuretic- hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) 25mg

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WHAT PROBLEMS?: What kidney problems are you trying to prevent? Hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) is a diuretic which stimulates your kidneys to remove fluid from your blood via potassium. If you are taking to help control blood pressure, a better choice of kidney protective blood pressure medications would be an ace- inhibitor such as lisinopril, particularly if you are diabetic.

Answered 7/28/2013

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