fluvastatin
(flo͞oˌvə-stătˈn)
noun A statin, C 24H25FNO4·NA, that blocks the body's synthesis of cholesterol and is administered especially to individuals who are at risk for heart disease.
Origin:
Origin: flu(oro)-
Origin: + -vastatin, statin suff.; see pravastatin
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