retinoid
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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