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maleate

/ˈmæl.i.eɪt/

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noun

/ˈmæl.i.eɪt/C1formalmedical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее соль или эфир малеиновой кислоты, часто используемое в фармацевтике как нетрициклический антидепрессант для психомоторной активации.

A noun referring to a salt or ester of maleic acid, often used in pharmaceutical contexts as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation.

  1. Salt or ester of maleic acidC1formalscientific

    A chemical compound formed from maleic acid, commonly encountered as a salt or ester in organic chemistry and industrial applications.

    ruСоль или эфир малеиновой кислоты

    • Sodium maleate is often used as a buffering agent in biochemical research.
    • The ester maleate can be synthesized through a simple reaction with an alcohol.
    • Many maleate salts are soluble in water under standard conditions.
  2. Antidepressant drugC1formalmedical

    A nontricyclic antidepressant agent that acts as a psychomotor activator, sometimes prescribed to treat depression.

    ruАнтидепрессант

    • The doctor prescribed maleate to help with the patient's lack of energy and motivation.
    • Maleate is considered a nontricyclic option for psychomotor activation in depressive disorders.
    • Clinical studies show that maleate can improve alertness in some patients.
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