Edema is a medical term used to describe swelling of the body parts due to the accumulation of fluids. Diuretics, also known as water pills, are the commonly used drugs to treat edema. They stimulate the kidneys to form urine and expel the fluids from the body. The most commonly used diuretic to treat edema is Furosemide.
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