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Definition of Thiouracil

1. Noun. Depresses the function of the thyroid gland.

Definition of Thiouracil

1. Noun. (organic compound) Any of a class of heterocycles based on ''2-thioxo-1H-pyrimidin-4-one''; the parent compound interferes with the synthesis of thyroxine and is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism ¹

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Definition of Thiouracil

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Medical Definition of Thiouracil

1. Occurs in seeds of brassica and crucifera species. Thiouracil has been used as antithyroid, coronary vasodilator, and in congestive heart failure although its use has been largely supplanted by other drugs. It is known to cause blood dyscrasias and suspected of terato- and carcinogenesis. Pharmacological action: antimetabolites, antithyroid agents, vasodilator agents. Chemical name: 4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2,3-dihydro-2-thioxo- (12 Dec 1998)

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