milrinone
English edit
Etymology edit
Probably from m(eth)yl + -rinone (“amrinone derivative”).
Pronunciation edit
- (General American) IPA(key): /ˈmɪl.ɹəˌnoʊn/
Noun edit
milrinone (uncountable)
- (pharmacology) An inotropic vasodilator agent administered in the form of its lactate C12H9N3O·C3H6O3 especially in short-term intravenous therapy for congestive heart failure.
Derived terms edit
References edit
- “milrinone”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.