| methylol | Hydroxymethyl; the radical, -CH2OH. (05 Mar 2000) |
|---|---|
| methylol riboflavin | A mixture of methylol derivatives of riboflavin formed by the action of formaldehyde on riboflavin in weakly alkaline solution; it has the same action as riboflavin, but is preferred for parenteral administration. (05 Mar 2000) |