English Explanatory Dictionary

dexmethylphenidate

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A psychostimulant, a dopamine reuptake inhibitor that affects the central nervous system and is used to treat ADHD. It is judged to have a high potential for abuse (Schedule II in the US). Chemical formula: C₁₄H₁₉NO₂.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

dexmethylphenidate

Etymology

From dex- + methylphenidate.

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