APOMORPHINE


Meaning of APOMORPHINE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ˌ a-p ə - ' mo ̇ r- ˌ f ē n

Function: noun

Etymology: International Scientific Vocabulary

Date: 1888

: a crystalline morphine derivative C 17 H 17 NO 2 that is a dopamine agonist and is administered in the form of its hydrochloride for its powerful emetic action

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