cinchonin

/sɪnˈtʃoʊnɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of alkaloid found in the bark of the cinchona tree, used as a cardiac stimulant and antimalarial.

“The doctor prescribed cinchonin for the patient’s high blood pressure and fever.”

Synonyms

  • cinchona
  • quinine

Antonyms

  • cardiac depressant