colestipol

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A strongly basic ion exchange resin that binds to bile acids and is taken orally in the form of its hydrochloride especially to lower LDL levels in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia.

Pronunciation

/kəˈlɛs.təˌpɔl/

Word forms

colestipol

Etymology

Probably from cholest(erol) + -i- + pol(ymer).

Derived words

colestipol hydrochloride
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