| NOUN | artifact | anti-TNF compound | a class of drugs that block the action of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) |
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| Meaning | A class of drugs that block the action of tumor necrosis factor (TNF); used in cases of rheumatoid arthritis because TNF instigates inflammation of the joints. | |
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| Narrower | etanercept, Enbrel | A genetically engineered anti-TNF compound (trade name Enbrel) consisting of receptors that bind TNF |
| infliximab, Remicade | An anti-TNF compound (trade name Remicade) consisting of an antibody directed against TNF | |
| leflunomide, Arava | An anti-TNF compound (trade name Arava) that is given orally | |
| Broader | drug | A substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic |
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