dextroamphetamine

English

/ˌdɛkstɹəʊæmˈfɛtəmiːn/

noun
Definitions
  • (pharmaceutical drug) One of the stereoisomers of amphetamine, with the chemical formula CN, that is used to stimulate the central nervous system.

Etymology

Prefix from English amphetamine.

Origin

English

amphetamine

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