What does pethidine mean?
Pethidine means (pharmacology) A synthetic compound used as a painkilling drug, especially for women in labor..
Pethidine
/ˈpɛθ.ɪ.diːn/ · noun
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.
Synonyms for pethidine
Antonyms for pethidine
Related Words
Word Forms
- pethidines
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for pethidine?
Common synonyms include isonipecaine, lidol, meperidine, operidine.
What is the opposite of pethidine?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use pethidine in a sentence?
Inside was a clutter of prescription pads and a carton containing a collection of diamorphine syrettes and a dozen ampoules of pethidine.
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