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isosorbide

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A bicyclic derivative of furan whose nitrates are used as vasodilators

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: chemistry, natural-sciences, organic-chemistry, physical-sciences

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

drug (trade name Isordil) used to treat angina pectoris and congestive heart failure

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: Isordil

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: medicine, medication, medicament, medicinal drug

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