propylthiouracil

IPA: proʊpʌɫθˈiʊrˈæsʌɫ

(pharmacology, endocrinology) A thioamide drug, used to treat hyperthyroidism by decreasing the amount of thyroid hormone produced by the thyroid gland, which is associated with a risk of agranulocytosis.

Examples of "propylthiouracil" in Sentences

See, for instance: Genetic sensitivity to the bitter taste of 6-n propylthiouracil.
V., and Israel, Y., Long-term treatment of alcoholic liver disease with propylthiouracil.
Depending on cause, may include surgery, methimazole propylthiouracil, iodine 131, or other treatments
Supertasters have a gene that allows them to taste the bitterness of a chemical called PROP (propylthiouracil).
The guideline is also recommending methimazole (Tapazole) over propylthiouracil (PTU) for antithyroid treatment of an overactive thyroid.
Some medications used to treat hyperthyroidism such as propylthiouracil, methimazole, or iodide unless your caregiver recommends their use
• Some medications used to treat hyperthyroidism such as propylthiouracil, methimazole, or iodide unless your caregiver recommends their use
(PhysOrg. com) -- Whether or not you can taste a bitter compound called 6-n-propylthiouracil (or PROP) may help Professor Beverly Tepper identify your risk for becoming obese and/or developing cardiovascular disease.