captagon

American  

[kap-tuh-gon] / ˈkæp təˌgɒn /

noun

1. a former brand name for fenethylline.

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Etymology

Origin of captagon

First recorded in 1960–65; originally a German trademark

Example Sentences

“Yes, we are seeing evidence that Captagon is very much being disrupted in Syria,” said Caroline Rose, a political analyst at New Lines Institute who has done extensive research on the Captagon trade.

From Slate

Now, as Syria's rebel leaders consolidate their power over the organs of state, it seems they are fully aware of positive signals they are sending to wary neighbouring states when they promise to crack down on the Captagon trade.

From BBC

Issam Al Reis was a major engineer in the Syrian army until he defected at the beginning of the uprising against the Assad regime, and has spent time investigating the Captagon trade.

From BBC

He believes that HTS will not need to do much to stop the trade initially "because the main players have left" and there's already been a dramatic drop in Captagon exports - but he warns that "new guys" might be waiting in the wings to take over.

From BBC

The Syrian government denies any involvement in the production of Captagon.

From Washington Times