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PITRESSIN Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word pitressin. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the word pitressin. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PITRESSIN

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vasopressin
nounn
noun

• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

antidiuretic hormone
nounn
noun

• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

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noun

• hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules

Best Hypernyms For PITRESSIN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for pitressin, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
hormone endocrine medication pressor vasoconstrictive vasoconstrictor
Phrases (1)
internal secretion
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