dalteparin en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /dɔlˈtɛp.əɹ.ɪn/ (General-American)
Etymology
From dalt- (of unknown origin) + heparin.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A low-molecular-weight heparin, used for prophylaxis or treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.