Definition of aminophylline

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am·i·noph·yl·line

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NOUN:

A theophylline derivative, C₁₆H₂₄N₁₀O₄, used as a bronchodilator in the treatment of bronchial asthma, emphysema, and bronchitis.

ETYMOLOGY:
amino + (theo)phylline

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