oxybutynin

English

Etymology

Probably from hydroxy +‎ butynyl +‎ -in.

Pronunciation

Noun

oxybutynin (uncountable)

  1. (pharmacology) An antispasmodic and anticholinergic drug C22H31NO3 administered transdermally as a skin patch or orally in the form of its hydrochloride C22H31NO3·HCl to relax the smooth muscles of the bladder in the treatment of urge incontinence, frequent urination, and urinary urgency.

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