- osmotic diuretic
- Osmodiuretikum n
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Osmotic diuretic — An osmotic diuretic is a type of diuretic that inhibits reabsorption of water and sodium. They are pharmacologically inert substances that are given intravenously. They increase the osmolarity of blood and renal filtrate. [1] Two examples are… … Wikipedia
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