It is used in high blood pressure and oedema. It treats oedema (fluid overload) associated with heart, liver, kidney or lung disease.
It is a diuretic which lowers blood pressure by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow
Headache
Nausea
Increased blood uric acid
Decreased potassium level in blood
Glucose intolerance
Altered blood lipids