Adrenergic (Noun)
Meaning
Drug that has the effects of epinephrine.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an adrenergic drug to treat the patient's severe asthma attack.
- The adrenergic medication caused the patient's heart rate to increase and their airways to dilate.
- Adrenergic agents are often used to treat anaphylactic shock, a severe allergic reaction.
- The athlete was disqualified from competition after testing positive for an adrenergic substance.
- The anesthesiologist administered an adrenergic drug to raise the patient's blood pressure during surgery.