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Vocabulary Entry
papaverine
|noun
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noun
A crystalline alkaloid derived from the opium poppy, used for its sedative and analgesic properties.
Example Sentences
"The doctor prescribed papaverine to help relieve the patient's muscle spasms."
"In the lab, researchers studied the effects of papaverine on blood flow."
"Papaverine is commonly used in urology for treating erectile dysfunction."