uricosuric
/ˌjʊrɪkoʊˈsʊrɪk/
adjective
- Relating to a substance or drug that increases the excretion of uric acid in urine.
- The doctor prescribed a uricosuric drug to help lower the patient's uric acid levels.
- Uricosuric agents are often used to treat chronic gout.
- Some medications have a uricosuric effect, helping the kidneys remove excess uric acid.
noun
- A drug or substance that increases the excretion of uric acid in urine.
- Probenecid is a common uricosuric used for gout treatment.
- The patient was given a uricosuric to prevent kidney stones.
- Doctors may prescribe a uricosuric along with other medications for best results.