atropin

/ˈætrəˌbaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a tropane alkaloid extracted from Atropa belladonna, used as a drug to dilate the pupils and to treat poisoning by anticholinesterase agents.

“The doctor administered atropine to counteract the effects of the nerve agent.”

Synonyms

  • belladonna alkaloid
  • dilator

Antonyms

  • mydriatic inhibitor