Ethacrynic Acid (Noun)
Meaning
Diuretic (trade name Edecrin) used to treat edema.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Ethacrynic acid is a potent diuretic used to treat edema associated with various medical conditions.
- The doctor prescribed ethacrynic acid to help reduce the patient's swelling caused by congestive heart failure.
- Ethacrynic acid works by increasing urine production, which helps to eliminate excess fluid from the body.
- The patient was given ethacrynic acid to treat the edema caused by her kidney disease.
- Ethacrynic acid is often used in combination with other diuretics to achieve the desired effect in treating edema.