prodrug
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/ˈpɹəʊ.dɹʌɡ/
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/ˈpɹəʊ.dɹʌɡ/ (UK) · /ˈpɹoʊ.dɹʌɡ/ (US) · /pɹəʊˈdɹʌɡ/ (UK) · /pɹoʊˈdɹʌɡ/ (US)
Definition of prodrug
2 senses · 2 parts of speech · etymology included
noun
- A drug that is administered in an inactive form that is metabolised in the body into a biologically active compound.
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noun
- A drug that is administered in an inactive form that is metabolised in the body into a biologically active compound.
adj
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In favour of recreational drugs.
“In France, the antidrug law forbids all forms of prodrug propaganda.”
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Etymology
From pro- (“substitute for”) + drug.
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