Hydrogogue
Hydrogogue
Hydrogogue (pronunciation: /ˈhʌɪdrəˌɡɒɡ/) is a term used in medicine to describe a class of substances that increase the flow of urine, thereby promoting the removal of excess fluid from the body.
Etymology
The term "hydrogogue" is derived from the Greek words "hydro" meaning water, and "agogos" meaning leading or drawing off.
Usage
Hydrogogues are often used in the treatment of conditions such as edema (swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues) and congestive heart failure (a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs), where it is necessary to remove excess fluid from the body.
Related Terms
- Diuretic: A substance that promotes diuresis, the increased production of urine. Hydrogogues are a type of diuretic.
- Laxative: A substance that promotes bowel movements. Some hydrogogues also have laxative effects.
- Natriuretic: A substance that promotes the excretion of sodium in the urine. Many hydrogogues are also natriuretic.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hydrogogue
- Wikipedia's article - Hydrogogue
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