| Pronunciation: | | pu'pavu`reen
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WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] an alkaloid medicine (trade name Kavrin) obtained from opium; used to relax smooth muscles; it is nonaddictive |
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PAPAVERINE is a 10 letter word that starts with P. |
| | Synonyms: | | Kavrin |
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| | See Also: | | muscle relaxant |
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Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Pa*pav"er*ine\, n. (Chem.)
An alkaloid found in opium. It has a weaker therapeutic
action than morphine.
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