quinicine

/ˈkwɪn.ɪ.sɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A cardiac glycoside derived from the foxglove plant.

“Quinicine is used to treat conditions such as atrial fibrillation.”

2. adjective

Relating to or derived from the foxglove plant.

“The quinicine alkaloid has various medicinal applications.”

Synonyms

  • digitoxin
  • strophanthin

Antonyms

  • cardenolide