Warfarin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɔː.fə.ɹɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Warfarin is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A coumarin salt, warfarin sodium, found in certain clovers, that retards blood coagulation:.
Meaning
(pharmacology) A coumarin salt, warfarin sodium, found in certain clovers, that retards blood coagulation:.
Example Sentences
In the case of pathological hypercoagulative conditions such as thrombosis and embolism, 4-hydroxycoumarin based oral anticoagulants, including warfarin as a well-known example, are administered to block the enzymatic function of VKORC1, effectively diminishing turnover of the vitamin K cycle.
Word Forms
- warfarins
Synonyms for warfarin
Depending on context, synonyms include coumadin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include coumadin, aspirin, drug, racemic, hydroxywarfarin, warfarinisation.
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