oxybutynin

English

Structure of oxybutynin

Etymology

Probably from hydroxy +‎ butynyl +‎ -in.

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˌɑk.siˈbjuː.tən.ɪn/

Noun

oxybutynin (uncountable)

1. (pharmacology) An antispasmodic and anticholinergic drug C₂₂H₃₁NO₃ administered transdermally as a skin patch or orally in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₂H₃₁NO₃·HCl to relax the smooth muscles of the bladder in the treatment of urge incontinence, frequent urination, and urinary urgency.

References

• “oxybutynin”, in Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: Merriam-Webster, 1996–present.