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retinoid Definition

reti·noid (ret'n o̵id′)

noun

any of a large class of natural or synthetic, photosensitive chemical compounds that are similar to vitamin A, including retinoic acid and retinal

retinoid Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • oral: This oral retinoid is extremely effective in the treatment of severe acne.
  • topical: A well-tolerated topical retinoid, tazarotene, has recently been introduced for mild to moderate psoriasis.

Modifies a noun

  • receptor: AB - Although retinoids are known to regulate gene transcription by activating retinoid receptors, the targets of retinoid receptors are largely unknown.
  • development: Early clinical studies and retinoid development commenced without an understanding of retinoid molecular biology.
  • cream: Scars may be helped by retinoid creams, dermabrasion ( operation that smooths top layer of skin ) or collagen injections.
  • therapy: Possible use in rapid diagnosis of endocrine disorders and side effects of retinoid therapy are being studied.

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