Bisacodyl

//ˌbɪs.əˈkoʊˌdɪl// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A stimulant laxative typically prescribed for relief of constipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction. uncountable

Etymology

From bis- + ac(etate) + -o- + (pyri)dyl.

Related phrases

neurogenic bowel dysfunction

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