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Definition of Diuretic
1. Noun. Any substance that tends to increase the flow of urine, which causes the body to get rid of excess water.
Exact synonyms: Diuretic Drug, Water Pill
Specialized synonyms: Chlorthalidone, Hygroton, Thalidone, Edecrin, Ethacrynic Acid, Furosemide, Lasix, Indapamide, Lozal, Mannitol, Osmitrol, Thiazide
Generic synonyms: Drug
Specialized synonyms: Chlorthalidone, Hygroton, Thalidone, Edecrin, Ethacrynic Acid, Furosemide, Lasix, Indapamide, Lozal, Mannitol, Osmitrol, Thiazide
Generic synonyms: Drug
Definition of Diuretic
1. a. Tending to increase the secretion and discharge of urine.
Definition of Diuretic
1. Adjective. Increasing the amount or frequency of urination. ¹
2. Noun. A drug that increases the rate of urine excretion. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Diuretic
1. a drug which increases urinary discharge [n -S]
Medical Definition of Diuretic
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