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Chemical structure of propranolol
 
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Etymology

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From (iso)pro(pyl) +‎ pr(op)anol +‎ -ol.

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propranolol (countable and uncountable, plural propranolols)

  1. (pharmacology) A synthetic compound which acts as a beta blocker and is used mainly in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmia.
    • 2020, Dr Amir Khan, The Doctor Will See You Now, Ebury Press (2021), page 194:
      ‘I can see from your records you were prescribed propranolol for your headaches.’

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