Medical Definition of Nicotinyl alcohol
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3-pyridinemethanol. A direct-acting peripheral vasodilator that causes flushing and may decrease blood pressure. It is used in vasospasm and threatened gangrene.
Pharmacological action: vasodilator agents.
Chemical name: 3-Pyridinemethanol
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Nicotinyl Alcohol
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