spironolactone

English translation: spironolactone

18:01 Jul 24, 2005
Polish to English translations [PRO]
Medical - Medical: Cardiology
Polish term or phrase: spironolactone
Medical substance
Matthew Hammond (X)
Local time: 14:47
English translation:spironolactone
Explanation:
"The combination of spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide, a 'water pill,' is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention caused by various conditions, including heart disease. It causes the kidneys to eliminate unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine." (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a60111...
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spironolactone


Explanation:
"The combination of spironolactone and hydrochlorothiazide, a 'water pill,' is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention caused by various conditions, including heart disease. It causes the kidneys to eliminate unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine." (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a60111...


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spironolactone


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Michal Berski
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