Dopastat (Noun)
Meaning
A monoamine neurotransmitter found in the brain and essential for the normal functioning of the central nervous system; as a drug (trade names Dopastat and Intropin) it is used to treat shock and hypotension.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Dopastat is a medication used to treat low blood pressure and shock in critically ill patients.
- The doctor prescribed Dopastat to the patient who was experiencing severe hypotension after the accident.
- Dopastat is a synthetic form of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in the functioning of the central nervous system.
- The nurse carefully administered the Dopastat infusion to the patient, monitoring their blood pressure closely.
- In the emergency room, Dopastat is often used to treat patients who are in shock or have severely low blood pressure.