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methenamine
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me·the·na·mine  (m-thn-mn, -mn)
n.
An organic compound, (CH2)6N4, used as a urinary tract antiseptic and in rubber vulcanizing. Also called hexamethylenetetramine.
[meth- + -en(e) + amine.]
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Noun1.methenamine - antibacterial agent (trade names Mandelamine and Urex) that is contained in many products that are used to treat urinary infections
Mandelamine, Urex
antibacterial, antibacterial drug, bactericide - any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth


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