What does "lypressin" mean?

The synthetic hormone lysine vasopressin (LVP) that is a form of the naturally occurring antidiuretic hormone (vasopressin) found in pigs.

Lypressin

Q: What is a synonym for "lypressin"?

Common synonyms include: antidiuretic peptide, brand name lysine vasopressin, lysine vasopressin, synthetic vasopressin, trade name vasopressin lysine, vasopressin analogue.

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Noun

1
The synthetic hormone lysine vasopressin (LVP) that is a form of the naturally occurring antidiuretic hormone (vasopressin) found in pigs. uncountable
2
an antidiuretic and vasoconstrictor used to treat diabetes insipidus wordnet

Synonyms

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antidiuretic peptide brand name lysine vasopressin lysine vasopressin synthetic vasopressin trade name vasopressin lysine vasopressin analogue

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diuretic

Etymology

Blend of lysine + vasopressin.

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