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Emetine

Definition:

Emetine is a drug derived from the bark of the South American shrub ipecacuanha. It is primarily used as an emetic, but also possesses antiprotozoal properties which make it effective against certain parasitic infections.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A drug used as an emetic.

Example sentence: The doctor prescribed emetine to induce vomiting and help relieve his patient's stomach discomfort.

Sense 2:

A drug with antiprotozoal properties.

Example sentence: Emetine is commonly used to treat amoebiasis, a parasitic infection caused by the protozoan Entamoeba histolytica.

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