Definition

A medication that helps the body remove uric acid through urine and is used to treat gout, a type of arthritis.

Example

The doctor prescribed sulfinpyrazone to help manage my gout symptoms.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of sulfinpyrazone?

No, what is it used for?

It's a medication that helps with gout by promoting uric acid excretion.

Sounds interesting! I might need to look it up if I ever have that issue.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sulfinpyrazone is a compound word formed from "sulfin" (derived from "sulfur" with the suffix "-in" indicating a chemical compound) and "pyrazone" (from "pyrazole" which is a five-membered ring compound containing two nitrogen atoms and the suffix "-one" indicating a ketone). The word refers to a specific chemical compound that contains sulfur and is related to pyrazole derivatives.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sulfur' as a key element in this compound, and remember that 'sulfinpyrazone' is a chemical compound that includes sulfur and is related to pyrazole.

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