bisacodyl

English

Etymology

From bis- +‎ ac(etate) +‎ -o- +‎ (pyri)dyl.

Pronunciation

Noun

bisacodyl (uncountable)

  1. (pharmacology) A stimulant laxative typically prescribed for relief of constipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction.

References

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