Caproate

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Caproate

Caproate (pronounced as "ka-pro-ate") is a term used in the field of Chemistry and Medicine. It is derived from the Latin word capro, meaning goat, and the suffix -ate which is used in chemistry to denote a salt or ester of an acid.

Caproate is a Carboxylic acid salt or ester containing six carbon atoms. It is also known as Hexanoate, a term more commonly used in scientific and medical contexts.

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, caproate is often used in the form of Hydroxyprogesterone caproate, a synthetic steroid hormone used in the treatment of premature births. It is administered to pregnant women who have a history of at least one spontaneous preterm birth, as it helps reduce the risk of having a preterm baby.

Related Terms

  • Caproic acid: Also known as hexanoic acid, it is a fatty acid which gives caproate its name. It is found in various animal fats and oils, and has a rancid smell.
  • Caprolactam: A cyclic amide, or lactam, of caproic acid. It is used in the manufacture of synthetic fibers, particularly Nylon 6.
  • Caprylic acid: A fatty acid found in the milk of some mammals, as well as in palm and coconut oils.

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