sinamine

/ˌsɪnəˈmiːn, ˌsaɪn-/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound found in certain plants, used as a medicinal agent, particularly in treating gout and kidney stones.

“The doctor prescribed sinamine to her patient to alleviate the symptoms of kidney stones.”

Synonyms

  • colchicine
  • gout remedy

Antonyms

  • gout exacerbant