Thiomersal
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Thiomersal is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A compound, chemical formula C₉H₉HgNaO₂S, used as an antiseptic and antifungal agent, especially in vaccines.
Meaning
(pharmacology) A compound, chemical formula C₉H₉HgNaO₂S, used as an antiseptic and antifungal agent, especially in vaccines.
Word Forms
- thimerosal
Synonyms for thiomersal
Depending on context, synonyms include merthiolate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thimerosal, merthiolate, thimerasol, mersalyl, nitromersol, thiomuracin.
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