propranolol

[ proh-pran-uh-lawl, -lol ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a beta-blocking drug, C 1 6 H 2 1 NO 2 , used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and cardiac arrhythmias.

propranolol

/ prəʊˈprænəˌlɒl /

noun

1. a drug used in the treatment of angina pectoris, arrhythmia, hypertension, and some forms of tremor. Formula: C 16 H 21 NO 2

Word History and Origins

Origin of propranolol¹

1960–65; pro(pyl) + pr(op)anol “propyl alcohol” + -ol ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of propranolol¹

C20: from pro ( pyl ) + pr ( op ) anol (from propane + -ol ) + -ol

Example Sentences

Their work has focused on Propranolol, a beta-blocker that has been on the market for several years to treat hypertension.

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