Definition of Ribavirin

1. Noun. An inhaled antiviral agent (trade name Virazole) that may be used to treat serious virus infections.

Exact synonyms: Virazole
Generic synonyms: Antiviral, Antiviral Agent, Antiviral Drug
Language type: Trade Name

Definition of Ribavirin

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Ribavirin

1. A nucleoside analogue approved as a treatment for respiratory syncytial virus. Ribavirin also has shown activity against hepatitis C, but its use in HIV infection is highly controversial. It is possible that it enhances the activity of ddl. (23 Aug 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Ribavirin

riba
ribald
ribaldly
ribaldries
ribaldry
ribalds
riband
riband
ribands
ribas
Ribas-Torres disease
ribaud
ribaudry
ribauds
ribavirin (current term)
ribavirin (current term)
ribavirins
ribband
ribbands
ribbed
ribbed
ribbed toad
ribbed vault
ribber
ribbers
Ribbert's theory
ribbier
ribbiest
ribbing
ribbing

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