Adrenolytic

/ˌædrənoʊˈlɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Causing the breakdown or destruction of adrenal gland tissue.

Etymology

From 'adrenolysis' + '-ic' (adjective suffix), or directly from 'adreno-' + 'lytic' (causing breakdown).

Kelly Says

Some rare toxins and medications can be adrenolytic, which is why drug safety testing carefully monitors whether a substance might damage the adrenal glands.

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