cinchonism

noun

cin·cho·nism | \ ˈsiŋ-kə-ˌni-zəm

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Definition of cinchonism

: a disorder due to excessive or prolonged use of cinchona or its alkaloids and marked by temporary deafness, ringing in the ears, headache, dizziness, and rash

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cinchoninic acid

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The first known use of cinchonism was in 1857

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cinchonism

noun

cin·cho·nism | \ ˈsiŋ-kə-ˌniz-əm, ˈsin-chə-

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Medical Definition of cinchonism

: a disorder due to excessive or prolonged use of cinchona or its alkaloids and marked by temporary deafness, ringing in the ears, headache, dizziness, and rash

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