metaproterenol

metaproterenol
noun
a bronchodilator (trade name Alupent) used to treat asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects include tachycardia and shakiness
Syn: ↑Alupent
Usage Domain: ↑trade name (for: ↑Alupent)
Hypernyms: ↑bronchodilator

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