1.  The basic form of an organic amine which is capable of forming acid salts such as hydrochlorides. [PJC]

2.  The basic form of a drug, often more powerful than a salt form because it is more readily absorbed into the blood stream. [PJC]

   To ingest the basic form of a narcotic drug, usually by injection. [PJC]

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