valproic acid
[ val-proh-ik ]
nounPharmacology.
a carboxylic acid, C8H16O2, used for its antiepileptic properties in the treatment of various seizures including petit mal.
Origin of valproic acid
1Words Nearby valproic acid
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British Dictionary definitions for valproic acid
valproic acid
/ (vælˈprəʊɪk) /
noun
a synthetic crystalline compound, used as an anticonvulsive to treat seizure disorders. Formula C 7 H 15 COOH
Origin of valproic acid
1C20: from val(erian) + pro(pyl) + -ic
Derived forms of valproic acid
- valproate, noun
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