biobetter

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A medication developed by modifying an approved biological drug to enhance its properties (e.g., improved efficacy, higher selectivity or lower toxicity).

Word forms

biobetter biobetters

Etymology

From bio- + better. Coined by Indian business executive G. V. Prasad, managing director of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, in 2007.

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