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Answer for the clue "Commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema ", 10 letters:
furosemide

Word definitions for furosemide in dictionaries

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. A diuretic used in the treatment of congestive heart failure and edema.

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
Furosemide , sold under the brand name Lasix among others, is a medication used to treat fluid build-up due to heart failure , liver scarring , or kidney disease . It may also be used for the treatment of high blood pressure . The amount of medication required ...

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema [syn: Lasix ]

Usage examples of furosemide.

But oxygen to help him breathe, diuresis with IV furosemide to makehim pee out the excess water, and a shot of morphine to reduce the volume of blood flowing toward the heart would increase his chances a lot more.