DIAZOXIDE
\dˌa͡ɪəzˈɒksa͡ɪd], \dˌaɪəzˈɒksaɪd], \d_ˌaɪ_ə_z_ˈɒ_k_s_aɪ_d]\
Definitions of DIAZOXIDE
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vasodilator (trade name Hyperstat) used to treat severe hypertension
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vasodilator (trade name Hyperstat) used to treat severe hypertension
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A peripheral vasodilator that reduces blood pressure. Diazoxide also has antidiuretic and hypoglycemic effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p353)
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