Valenstein ES, Cox VC, Kakolewski JW. Polydipsia elicited by the synergistic action of a saccharin and glucose solution.
Science 1967;
157:552-4. [PMID:
6028919 DOI:
10.1126/science.157.3788.552]
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Abstract
Rats consume significantly more of a solution combining saccharin and glucose than equivalent solutions of these substances presented in separate bottles. Fluid consumption may exceed body weight. Experiments helping to delineate the basis of this synergistic action are presented.
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