mineralocorticoid

[ min-er-uh-loh-kawr-ti-koid ]

noun

1. 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.
2. Pharmacology. any of various natural or synthetic drugs having mineralocorticoid activity.

mineralocorticoid

/ ˌmɪnərələʊˈkɔːtɪˌkɔɪd /

noun

1. any corticosteroid that controls electrolyte and water balance, esp by promoting retention of sodium by the kidney tubules

Word History and Origins

Origin of mineralocorticoid¹

First recorded in 1945–50; mineral + -o- + cortic(o)- + -oid

Example Sentences

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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