What is another word for thiouracil?

Pronunciation: [θˌa͡ɪə͡ʊjˈuːɹɐsˌɪl] (IPA)

Thiouracil is a synthetic compound that is used in pharmaceuticals as an antithyroid agent. It is also used in research studies to investigate the metabolism of thyroxine. While thiouracil is the most commonly used name for this compound, there are several synonyms that exist. These include 2-thio-6-oxopyrimidine, 2-thiouracil, 6-oxo-2-thiopyrimidine, and 2,4-dihydroxypyrimidine-2-thione. The use of different names can often reflect the source or context in which the compound is being discussed. Regardless of the name used, thiouracil remains an important compound in the field of endocrinology and thyroid research.

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What are the hypernyms for Thiouracil?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    chemical compound, pharmaceutical drug, thioamide, antithyroid agent, Antithyroid Drug.

What are the hyponyms for Thiouracil?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

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