Description

Trimebutine is a medication primarily used as an antispasmodic agent to relieve gastrointestinal spasms and pain. It works by modulating the activity of the gastrointestinal tract, providing symptomatic relief in various digestive disorders.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'trimebutina' is the Spanish equivalent, and it is important to maintain a formal register when discussing medications. Common variants that may be encountered include 'trimebutina' in some Latin American countries; however, it is recommended to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts to avoid confusion.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor prescribed Trimebutine to help alleviate the patient's abdominal cramps.

ES: El médico recetó Trimebutino para ayudar a aliviar los calambres abdominales del paciente.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'trimebutine' with similar-sounding medications; mispronouncing 'trimebutina' as 'trimetoprima'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.