trimetaphan

English

Alternative forms

trimethaphan (US)

Etymology

From tri(cyclo).

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Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /tɹaɪˈmɛt.ə.fæn/

Noun

trimetaphan (uncountable)

(pharmacology) A ganglionic blocking agent used as a salt C₃₂H₄₀N₂O₅S₂ to lower blood pressure especially in hypertensive emergencies.

Derived terms

trimetaphan camsilate

References

“trimethaphan”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.

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