Amrinone

//ˈæm.ɹəˌnoʊn// noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
A type 3 pyridine phosphodiesterase inhibitor used to treat congestive heart failure. uncountable
2
a drug (trade name Inocor) used intravenously in heart failure; increases strength of contraction of myocardium wordnet

Synonyms

inamrinone inamrinone inocor

Etymology

Blend of amino + pyri(di)none.

Related phrases

congestive heart failure

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