atropine (Meaning)
atropine (n)
a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts as an antidote for organophosphate nerve agents or organophosphate insecticides
atropine (n.)
A poisonous, white, crystallizable alkaloid, extracted from the Atropa belladonna, or deadly nightshade, and the Datura Stramonium, or thorn apple. It is remarkable for its power in dilating the pupil of the eye. Called also daturine.
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atropine Sentence Examples
- Atropine is a potent anticholinergic medication used to reduce respiratory secretions during anesthesia.
- Atropine was traditionally extracted from the deadly nightshade plant, Atropa belladonna.
- The ophthalmic use of atropine includes dilating pupils for eye exams.
- Atropine has been used as an antidote for certain nerve gas poisoning agents.
- Excessive administration of atropine can lead to atropine toxicity, characterized by dilated pupils, tachycardia, and delirium.
- Atropine is contraindicated in patients with angle-closure glaucoma.
- In the treatment of slow heart rates, atropine is administered intravenously to increase the heart rate.
- Atropine is used in combination with other medications to prevent spasms during endoscopy.
- Atropine sulfate is available in various dosage forms, including eye drops, tablets, and injections.
- The antidote for atropine poisoning is a medication called physostigmine.
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a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts
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Atropine is a potent anticholinergic medication used to reduce respiratory secretions during anesthesia.
Atropine was traditionally extracted from the deadly nightshade plant, Atropa belladonna.
The ophthalmic use of atropine includes dilating pupils for eye exams.
Atropine has been used as an antidote for certain nerve gas poisoning agents.
