English Explanatory Dictionary

etacrynic acid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A powerful diuretic drug used in the treatment of fluid retention, especially that associated with heart, liver, and kidney disorders.

Pronunciation

/ˌɛt.əˌkɹɪn.ɪk ˈæs.ɪd/

Word forms

etacrynic acid ethacrynic acid

Etymology

From eth(yl) + acry(loyl) + (phe)n(oxy) + (acet)ic acid.

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