| aminometramide | 1-allyl-6-amino-3-ethyluracil;synthetic uracil derivative; an orally effective diuretic that is believed to act by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium by the renal tubules; used in the treatment of oedema due to congestive heart failure, liver disease, pregnancy, and certain drugs. Synonym: aminometradine. (05 Mar 2000) |
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