1. Plural of diuretic; substances or drugs that increase the production and excretion of urine.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term; Commonly used in healthcare and wellness contexts

Examples

• The doctor prescribed diuretics to help reduce the patient's high blood pressure.
• Caffeine and alcohol are natural diuretics that increase urine production.
• Athletes are banned from using certain diuretics in competition.
• Diuretics are often used to treat heart failure and edema.
• Some people take diuretics to manage fluid retention.
• The medication contains diuretics that help the kidneys remove excess salt and water.