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iproniazid

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ipro·​ni·​a·​zid | \ ˌī-prə-ˈnī-ə-zəd How to pronounce iproniazid (audio) \

Definition of iproniazid

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

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 The first, called iproniazid, was found by accident when it was being tested as a treatment for tuberculosis. — Mandy Oaklander, Time, "New Hope for Depression," 27 July 2017

First Known Use of iproniazid

1952, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for iproniazid

blend of isoniazid and propyl

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iproniazid

noun
ipro·​ni·​a·​zid | \ ˌī-prə-ˈnī-ə-zəd How to pronounce iproniazid (audio) \

Medical Definition of iproniazid

: 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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