Definition of thimerosal in US English:
thimerosal
nounTHīˈmerəsəlTHīˈmerəsəl
A local antiseptic for abrasions and minor cuts.
Chemical formula: C₉H₉HgNaO₂S
Example sentencesExamples
- Her research shows that thimerosal is a strong allergen.
- Except for local hypersensitivity reactions, thimerosal has not been found to cause any harm.
- And because thimerosal is added in the manufacturing process, its presence may not even have to be disclosed on the labeling.
- Steps were rapidly taken to remove thimerosal from vaccines by switching to single-dose vials that did not require any preservative.
- Polio, MMR, and varicella vaccines have never contained thimerosal.