English Explanatory Dictionary

pilocarpine

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A miotic alkaloid C₁₁H₁₆N₂O₂ obtained from jaborandi that is used chiefly in the form of its hydrochloride or nitrate especially in the treatment of glaucoma.

Pronunciation

/ˌpaɪ.ləˈkɑɹˌpiːn/

Word forms

pilocarpine pilocarpines

Etymology

From translingual Pilocarpus (“genus name”) + -ine.

Related words

jaborine
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