etacrynic acid

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Etymology

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

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌɛt.əˌkɹɪn.ɪk ˈæs.ɪd/

Noun

etacrynic acid (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry, pharmacology) A powerful diuretic drug used in the treatment of fluid retention, especially that associated with heart, liver, and kidney disorders.

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