antiadrenergic
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/ˌæntiˌædrəˈnɜːrdʒɪk/
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/ˌæntiˌædrəˈnɜːdʒɪk/
inhibits adrenergic action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'antiadrenergic' originates from the prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and 'adrenergic' which relates to the action of adrenaline or similar substances.
Historical Evolution
'antiadrenergic' was formed by combining 'anti-' with 'adrenergic', a term used in pharmacology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'against adrenergic action', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting a drug or other substance that inhibits the action of adrenergic receptors.
The doctor prescribed an antiadrenergic medication to manage the patient's high blood pressure.
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Last updated: 2025/05/19 12:17