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valproic acid

[ val-proh-ik ]

noun

, Pharmacology.
  1. a carboxylic acid, C 8 H 16 O 2 , used for its antiepileptic properties in the treatment of various seizures including petit mal.

valproic acid

/ vælˈprəʊɪk /

noun

  1. a synthetic crystalline compound, used as an anticonvulsive to treat seizure disorders. Formula C 7 H 15 COOH

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Derived Forms

  • valˈproate, noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of valproic acid1

First recorded in 1970–75; val(eric) + pro(pyl) + -ic

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Word History and Origins

Origin of valproic acid1

C20: from val(erian) + pro(pyl) + -ic

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