Zyloprim
|Zy-lo-prim|
C2
/ˈzaɪləˌprɪm/
gout treatment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Zyloprim' originates from the pharmaceutical industry as a brand name for the drug 'allopurinol'.
Historical Evolution
'Zyloprim' was developed as a brand name for allopurinol, a drug that has been used since the 1960s to treat gout.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was introduced as a treatment for gout, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a brand name for the drug allopurinol, used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones.
The doctor prescribed Zyloprim to manage his gout symptoms.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/17 15:17