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mineralocorticoid
[ min-er-uh-loh-kawr-ti-koid ]
noun
- Biochemistry. any of a group of corticosteroid hormones, synthesized by the adrenal cortex, that regulate the excretion or reabsorption of sodium and potassium by the kidneys, salivary glands, and sweat glands.
- Pharmacology. any of various natural or synthetic drugs having mineralocorticoid activity.
mineralocorticoid
/ ˌɪəəəʊˈɔːɪˌɔɪ /
noun
- any corticosteroid that controls electrolyte and water balance, esp by promoting retention of sodium by the kidney tubules
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Most patients who participated in clinical trials evaluating the medication were also taking other approved heart failure treatments, according to the FDA, including beta-blockers, diuretics and mineralocorticoid antagonists.
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Most clinical trial participants also took standard heart failure medications, including beta blockers, diuretics and mineralocorticoid antagonists.
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