| amyl | <chemistry> A hydrocarbon radical, C5H11, of the paraffine series found in amyl alcohol or fusel oil, etc. Origin: L. Amylum starch + -yl. Cf. Amidin. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| amyl alcohol | 1-pentanol;used as a solvent for varnishes and oils; highly toxic, with irritating vapors. See: fusel oil. (05 Mar 2000) |
| amyl hydrate | C5H11NO2;a vasodilator used in angina pectoris and cyanide poisoning. (05 Mar 2000) |
| amyl nitrite | <chemical> A vasodilator that is administered by inhalation. It is also used recreationally due to its supposed ability to induce euphoria and act as an aphrodisiac. Pharmacological action: aphrodisiacs, vasodilator agents. (12 Dec 1998) |
| amyl valerate | Isoamyl isovalerate;used as a sedative; formerly used in the treatment of gallstones because of its solvent action on cholesterol. Synonym: apple oil. (05 Mar 2000) |
| tertiary amyl alcohol | amylene hydrate |