"dexmethylphenidate" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From dex- + methylphenidate. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|dex|methylphenidate}} dex- + methylphenidate Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} dexmethylphenidate (uncountable)
  1. A psychostimulant, a dopamine reuptake inhibitor that affects the central nervous system and is used to treat ADHD. It is judged to have a high potential for abuse (Schedule II in the US). Chemical formula: C₁₄H₁₉NO₂. Wikipedia link: dexmethylphenidate Tags: uncountable
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