Aminophylline
a derivative, c 16 h 24 n 10 o 4 , used chiefly to relieve bronchial spasm in asthma, in the treatment of certain heart conditions, and as a diuretic.
noun
a derivative of theophylline that relaxes smooth muscle and is used mainly to dilate the airways in the treatment of asthma and emphysema
aminophylline
(ām’ə-nŏf’ə-lĭn)
a theophylline derivative used as a bronchodilator in the treatment of bronchial asthma, emphysema, and bronchitis. chemical formula: c16h24n10o4.
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