betaxolol
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English
[edit]![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c0/Betaxolol_structure.svg/350px-Betaxolol_structure.svg.png)
Etymology
[edit]Probably from beta adrenergic receptor + x (“cross symbol”) + -olol (“β-adrenoceptor antagonist”).
Pronunciation
[edit]- (General American) IPA(key): /bəˈtæk.səˌlɔl/
Noun
[edit]betaxolol (uncountable)
- (pharmacology) A topical sympatholytic agent used to reduce ocular hypertension in the treatment of glaucoma.