hypotoxic

/haɪˈpɒksɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or capable of inducing hypotoxic shock, a condition where the body rejects a substance, often a drug or poison, and reacts with an extreme inflammatory response.

“The researchers warned that the new medication could have hypotoxic effects in certain individuals.”

2. noun

a substance that induces hypotoxic shock.

“The lab tested the unknown chemical to see if it was a hypotoxic agent.”

Synonyms

  • harmful
  • poisonous
  • toxic

Antonyms

  • harmless
  • non-toxic