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antidiuretic

(¦an·tē′dī·yə¦red·ik)

(pharmacology) An agent, such as vasopressin, that prevents the excretion of urine.


 
 
Food and Nutrition: antidiuretic

Drug used to reduce the formation of urine and so conserve fluid in the body. See also water balance.

 
Genetics Encyclopedia: antidiuretic

A substance that prevents water loss.

 
Medical Dictionary: an·ti·di·u·ret·ic
(ăn'tē-dī'ə-rĕt'ĭk, ăn'tī-)
n.

An agent that reduces the output of urine.

 
 

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