tranexamic acid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A synthetic compound derived from cyclohexane which inhibits the breakdown of fibrin in blood clots and is used to treat hemorrhage.

Pronunciation

/ˌtɹæn.ɛkˌsæm.ɪk ˈæs.ɪd/

Word forms

tranexamic acid

Etymology

From trans- + (cycloh)ex(ane) + am(ino) + -ic acid.

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