aminopyrine

/ˌæmɪnoʊˈpaɪraɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A pain-relieving and antipyretic medication, used in the past for the treatment of various conditions.

“The doctor prescribed aminopyrine for the patient’s severe headaches.”

2. chemical

A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with the chemical formula C9H13NO.

Synonyms

  • phenazone
  • phenylbutazone

Antonyms

  • analgesic
  • antipyretic