bethanechol
nounUS /bəˈθeɪ.nəˌkɔl/
Etymology From b(eta-methyl) + (ur)ethane + chol(ine).
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Medicine, Pharmacology, Sciences A parasympathomimetic agent administered in the form of its chloride C₇H₁₇ClN₂O₂ and used especially to treat gastric and urinary retention.
- Derived terms
- bethanechol chloride