etacrynic acid

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How do you pronounce etacrynic acid?

The recorded pronunciation is /ˌɛt.əˌkɹɪn.ɪk ˈæs.ɪd/.

What does etacrynic acid mean?

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

Where does etacrynic acid come from?

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

How to pronounce etacrynic acid

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