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Definition of Hydragogue

1. a. Causing a discharge of water; expelling serum effused into any part of the body, as in dropsy.

Definition of Hydragogue

1. Adjective. (medicine) Causing a discharge of water; expelling serum effused into any part of the body, as in dropsy. ¹

2. Noun. Any medicine of this kind, usually a cathartic or diuretic. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Hydragogue

1. Causing a discharge of water; expelling serum effused into any part of the body, as in dropsy. A hydragogue medicine, usually a cathartic or diuretic. Origin: L. Hydragogus conveying off water, Gr.; "ydwr water + to lead: cf. F. Hydragogue. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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