Definition

A chemical compound that is a derivative of phenylbutazone, known for its ability to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and lower fever.

Example

The doctor prescribed oxyphenbutazone to help manage the patient's arthritis pain.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of oxyphenbutazone?

No, I haven't. What is it?

It's actually a medication that has anti-inflammatory effects.

Interesting! I wonder how effective it is for pain relief.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oxyphenbutazone is formed from "oxy-" (from Greek 'oxus', meaning sharp or acid), "phen" (from Greek 'phaino', meaning to show or appear), and "butazone" (from the chemical suffix '-azone', indicating a specific type of compound). The word refers to a compound that has a sharp or acidic appearance and is related to butazone, a type of anti-inflammatory medication.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sharp' ('oxy-') and 'showing' ('phen') to remember that oxyphenbutazone is a compound that has a specific appearance and is used in medicine.

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