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Meaning of Kinaret: A substance that is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, and is being studied in the treatment of cancer.

Definition of Kinaret

A substance that is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, and is being studied in the treatment of cancer. Kinaret blocks the action of interleukin 1 (IL-1). It is a type of interleukin receptor antagonist. Also called anakinra.

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