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Drugs and the genitourinary system

The GU system consists of the reproductive system (the sex or-gans) and the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

Drugs and the genitourinary system

The GU system consists of the reproductive system (the sex or-gans) and the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The kidneys perform most of the work of the urinary system.

 

Multitalented

 

The kidneys perform several vital tasks, including:

 

§    disposing of wastes and excess ions in the form of urine

 

§    filtering blood, which regulates its volume and chemical make-up

 

§    helping to maintain fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balances

 

§    producing several hormones and enzymes

 

§    converting vitamin D to a more active form

 

§    helping to regulate blood pressure and volume by secreting renin.

 

Helping hands

 

Types of drugs used to treat GU disorders include:

 

·                 diuretics

 

·                 urinary tract antispasmodics

 

·                 erectile dysfunction therapy drugs

 

·                 hormonal contraceptives.

 

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