Definition of oxymetazoline

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ox·y·me·taz·o·line

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NOUN:

A vasoconstricting drug, C₁₆H₂₄N₂O, that is used topically in the form of its hydrochloride salt to reduce nasal congestion.

ETYMOLOGY:
(hydr)oxy + met(hyl) + (imid)azol(e) + -ine²

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