ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Pethidine

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpɛθ.ɪ.diːn/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Pethidine is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A synthetic compound used as a painkilling drug, especially for women in labor.

Meaning

(pharmacology) A synthetic compound used as a painkilling drug, especially for women in labor.

Example Sentences

Inside was a clutter of prescription pads and a carton containing a collection of diamorphine syrettes and a dozen ampoules of pethidine.

Word Forms

Synonyms for pethidine

Depending on context, synonyms include isonipecaine, lidol, meperidine, operidine, pethanol, piridosal.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include hydrochloride, mg, operidine, pethanol, meperidine, isonipecaine.

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