Definition of Gefarnate
1. Noun. A particular drug used for the treatment of gastric ulcers. ¹
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Medical Definition of Gefarnate
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5,9,13-trimethyl-4,8,12-tetradecatrienoic acid 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl ester. A water insoluble terpene fatty acid used in the treatment of gastrointestinal ulcers; it facilitates the healing and function of mucosal tissue.
Pharmacological action: anti-ulcer agents.
Chemical name: 4,8,12-Tetradecatrienoic acid, 5,9,13-trimethyl-, 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl ester, (E,E,E)-
(12 Dec 1998)
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