galantamine

English

Structure of galantamine

Alternative forms

Etymology

From translingual Galanthus (genus name) + amine.

Pronunciation

Noun

galantamine (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) An alkaloid, obtained synthetically or from various plants, used for the treatment of mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease and various memory impairments.

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