iproniazid

noun ipro·ni·a·zid \ˌī-prə-ˈnī-ə-zəd\

Definition of IPRONIAZID

: a derivative C₉H₁₃N₃O of isoniazid that is used as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor and was formerly used in treating tuberculosis

blend of isoniazid and propyl

First Known Use: 1952

Medical Dictionary

noun ipro·ni·a·zid \ˌī-prə-ˈnī-ə-zəd\

: a derivative C₉H₁₃N₃O of isoniazid that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor used as an antidepressant and formerly used in treating tuberculosis

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