Thiazide-like diuretics are a type of medication used to treat high blood pressure and edema. These drugs work by increasing the amount of urine produced by the kidneys, which in turn reduces the amount of water retained by the body. Although "thiazide-like diuretic" is the most commonly used term to describe this type of medication, there are a number of alternative synonyms that can also be used. Some of these include: thiazide diuretic, thiazide-type diuretic, thiazide-related diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide-like diuretic, and chlorothiazide-like diuretic. Whatever terminology is used, these medications are an effective tool in the fight against high blood pressure and other related conditions.