Benzathine

//ˈbɛn.zəˌθin// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A diamine used in some medications to stabilize penicillin. uncountable

Etymology

From benz(yl)a(mino) + (e)th(ane) + -ine.

Related phrases

benzathine benzylpenicillinbenzathine penicillin

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