antiadrenergic
/ˌæntiˌædrəˈnɜrdʒɪk/
noun
- A drug or substance that blocks the action of adrenaline.
- Antiadrenergics are often used in cardiac care.
- The patient responded well to the antiadrenergic.
- Beta blockers are a common type of antiadrenergic.
adjective
- Blocking or opposing the effects of adrenaline or related hormones, often used in medications for blood pressure or heart conditions.
- Some antiadrenergic medications are used to treat anxiety.
- The doctor prescribed an antiadrenergic drug to control his hypertension.
- Antiadrenergic agents can slow the heart rate.