# mecamylamine

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˌmɛk.əˈmɪl.əˌmiːn/

## Definitions
1. A norbornane derivative which is a ganglionic nicotinic blocking agent, sometimes used in treating extreme hypertension; N,2,3,3-tetramethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-ylamine, C₁₁H₂₁N.

## Etymology
From me(thyl) + cam(phan)yl + amine.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/mecamylamine