anticholinergic
/ˌæntiˌkɔlɪˈnɜrdʒɪk/
adjective
- Relating to substances that block the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter, often used in medicines.
- Some anticholinergic drugs can cause dry mouth.
- Anticholinergic effects include blurred vision and confusion.
- The patient had an anticholinergic reaction to the medication.
Antonyms
noun
- A drug or substance that blocks acetylcholine, used to treat conditions like overactive bladder or Parkinson's disease.
- This anticholinergic helps reduce muscle spasms.
- The doctor prescribed an anticholinergic for her bladder issues.
- Older adults should be careful with anticholinergics because of side effects.