different between isoquinoline vs debrisoquine

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iso- +? quinoline

isoquinoline (plural isoquinolines)

(organic chemistry) An isomer of quinoline, many of whose derivatives occur as alkaloids and are synthesized for use as dyes, pharmaceuticals etc.

-quine (“quinoline derivative”).

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debrisoquine (uncountable)

(pharmacology) A drug (derived from isoquinoline) used in the treatment of hypertension

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