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Privine (Noun)

Meaning

Vasoconstrictor (trade names Privine and Sudafed) used in nasal sprays to treat symptoms of nasal congestion and in eyedrops to treat eye irritation.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The nasal spray I used to treat my allergies contained a vasoconstrictor, specifically privine, to reduce the swelling in my nasal passages.
  • The doctor prescribed an eyedrop formula with privine to alleviate the patient's red, itchy eyes caused by hay fever.
  • The privine in the decongestant spray helped relieve the pressure in my sinuses and eased my breathing.
  • After a long discussion with his pharmacist, the patient opted for a privine-based nasal spray to treat his seasonal nasal congestion.
  • The privine in the nasal solution helped reduce the fluid buildup in the patient's sinuses, providing quick relief from congestion.

Synonyms

  • Sudafed
  • Naphazoline

Hypernyms

  • Nasal Decongestant
  • Vasoconstrictor
  • Pressor

Related Words

  • Trade Name (noun)
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