acetyl-

The univalent group, CH₃CO–, derived from acetic acid: The organic acetyl group can also be termed as the acetyl radical.

Any enzyme catalyzing acetylation or deacetylation: Acetylase is a complex protein that can form acetyl esters by catalization.

The formation of an acetyl derivative: Acetylation is the procedure of putting an acetyl group into a compound.

The acetic ester of choline, the neurotransmitter substance at cholinergic synapses: Acetylcholine can cause cardiac inhibition.

A mucolytic agent that reduces the viscosity of mucous secretions: Acetylcysteine is an antioxidant used to treat acetaminophen and paracetamol toxicity.

A category of cardiac glycoside: Acetyldigitoxin is an acetyl derivative and has has the same actions and uses as digitoxin, but a more rapid onset and shorter duration of action.

A digitalis glycoside, or cardiac glycoside: Acetyldigoxin has properties similar to those of digoxin and it increases or boosts the contractility of the heart.

A reference to, or characteristic of the acetyl group: In organic chemistry the acetylic classification includes a two-carbon organic radical incorporating a methyl and a carbonyl group.

An opioid analgesic: Acetylmethadol exists in four different optical isomers that have been tried as a substitute for methadone in certain methadone maintenance programs and in programs where methadone is to be withdrawn, as in physical dependence of the morphine type.

Any enzyme transferring acetyl groups from one compound to another: Acetyltransferase and carboxypeptidase G are two enzymes that are important in the organic process of endorphins.