thiouracil
thiouracil · thiouracils
Any of a class of heterocycles based on 2-thioxo-1H-pyrimidin-4-oneAny of a class of heterocycles based on 2-thioxo-1H-pyrimidin-4-one; the parent compound interferes with the synthesis of thyroxine and is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism
Meaning
1 sensesAny of a class of heterocycles based on 2-thioxo-1H-pyrimidin-4-one; the parent compound interferes with the synthesis of thyroxine and is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism
More definitions
- depresses the function of the thyroid gland
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