ethacridine

noun

ethacridine

noun

Etymology From eth(oxy) + acridine.

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Chemistry, Medicine, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Pharmacology, Physical sciences, Sciences An aromatic organic compound based on acridine, used as an antiseptic and as an agent for second-trimester abortion.

Derived terms
ethacridine lactate

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