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Vocabulary Entry
antidiuretic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or denoting a substance that helps to reduce the production of urine.
Example Sentences
"The doctor prescribed an antidiuretic medication to help with her condition."
"Antidiuretic hormones play a crucial role in maintaining fluid balance in the body."
"Some diuretics can counteract the effects of antidiuretic drugs."
N
noun
A substance that decreases urine output, particularly referring to hormones like vasopressin.
Example Sentences
"Vasopressin is a well-known antidiuretic that regulates water retention."
"The use of antidiuretics is common in treating certain medical conditions."
"Understanding the mechanism of antidiuretics is important in medicine."