Methylnaltrexone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Methylnaltrexone is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A peripherally-acting μ-opioid antagonist that acts to reverse some of the side effects of opioid drugs such as constipation without affecting analgesia or precipitating withdrawals.
Meaning
(pharmacology) A peripherally-acting μ-opioid antagonist that acts to reverse some of the side effects of opioid drugs such as constipation without affecting analgesia or precipitating withdrawals.
Example Sentences
Since Jan. 1, 2007, the Food and Drug Administration has postponed clearance of Wyeth’s bifeprunox for schizophrenia, Pristiq for depression and menopausal hot flashes, Viviant for bone loss and methylnaltrexone for constipation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include naltrexone, nalmexone, naloxone, methadone, nalmefene, methadon.
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