<drug> Potent diuretic that increases the excretion of sodium, potassium and chloride ions and inhibits their resorption in the proximal and distal renal tubules. ... (05 Jan 1998) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: frū′sĕ-mīd Synonyms: furosemide
Frusemide is a diuretic used to treat hypertension and to relieve oedema due to heart or kidney disease.