bethanechol

English

/bəˈθeɪ.nəˌkɔl/

noun
Definitions
  • A parasympathomimetic agent administered in the form of its chloride C and used especially to treat gastric and urinary retention.

Etymology

Affix from English beta (adj) + English methyl + English choline.

Origin

English

choline

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