Meaning Of The Word Cinchonism

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Cinchonism Meaning

Cinchonism Definition
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What's The Definition Of Cinchonism?

cinchonism in American English
a pathological condition resulting from a reaction to or an excessive use of cinchona bark or any of its derivatives, as quinine: it is characterized by headache, ringing in the ears, deafness, etc.
noun: poisoning by any of the cinchona alkaloids, characterized by headache, deafness, and ringing in the ears

cinchonism in British English
noun: a condition resulting from an excessive dose of cinchona bark or its alkaloids, characterized chiefly by headache, ringing in the ears, and vomiting

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