Phenacetin
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /fɪˈnæsətɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phenacetin is a noun meaning Any of a class of analgesic and antipyretic drugs derived from acetanilide.
Meaning
Any of a class of analgesic and antipyretic drugs derived from acetanilide.
More Meanings
- (pharmacology) A specific antipyretic drug, also called acetophenetidin, with the formula C₁₀H₁₃NO₂.
Word Forms
- phenacetins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include phenacetine, acetanilid, phenalgin, acetanilide, exalgin, aminophenazone.
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