auranofin

noun

au·ran·o·fin | \ ȯ-ˈra-nə-fən

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Medical Definition of auranofin

: a gold-containing compound C₂₀H₃₄AuO₉PS taken orally in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis Orally administered gold (auranofin), although less toxic than the injectable forms, does not appear to be sufficiently efficacious to replace parenteral preparations. — Edward D. Harris, Jr., The New England Journal of Medicine, 3 May 1990

Note: Auranofin is marketed under the trademark Ridaura.

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