Preferred Diuretic Therapy in Primary Hypertension: Chlorthalidone or Hydrochlorothiazide?

Authors

Trevor Young, Baylor Scott & WhiteFollow

Specialty

Internal Medicine

Advisor

Dr. Nancy Reid

Abstract

Chlorthalidone is recommended as the preferred diuretic therapy for primary hypertension. However, results from multiple studies suggest an equivalent response when compared to hydrochlorothiazide. A review of recent studies will help clinicians choose whether chlorthalidone or hydrochlorothiazide is the preferred diuretic therapy.

Recommended Citation

Young T. Preferred Diuretic Therapy in Primary Hypertension: Chlorthalidone or Hydrochlorothiazide?. University of Lynchburg DMSc Doctoral Project Assignment Repository. 2023; 5(2).