milrinone en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈmɪl.ɹəˌnoʊn/ (General-American)
Etymology
Probably from m(eth)yl + -rinone (“amrinone derivative”).
Meanings
- (uncountable) An inotropic vasodilator agent administered in the form of its lactate C₁₂H₉N₃O·C₃H₆O₃ especially in short-term intravenous therapy for congestive heart failure.