Papaverine (Noun)
Meaning
An alkaloid medicine (trade name Kavrin) obtained from opium; used to relax smooth muscles; it is nonaddictive.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Papaverine was prescribed to the patient to help relieve the intense spasms in her digestive system.
- It is essential to follow the recommended dosage of papaverine to achieve optimal results without adverse effects.
- Researchers have been studying the potential benefits of papaverine as a treatment for various conditions involving smooth muscle spasms.
- The doctor prescribed papaverine to help relax the patient's muscles and improve blood flow to her extremities.
- Papaverine has become a popular choice for doctors due to its nonaddictive properties and effectiveness in treating smooth muscle spasms.