ANTICHOLINERGIC
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Anticholinergic.
Anticholinergic - as an adjective
Inhibiting or blocking the action of acetylcholine at a receptor site
Example: "Anticholinergic drugs"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
cholinergicAnticholinergic - as a noun
A substance that opposes or blocks the action of acetylcholine
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anticholinergic drugHypernyms (Closely Related)
medicamentmedicationmedicinal drugmedicineHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Patients with overactive bladder may benefit from anticholinergic medications."
"The anticholinergic properties of certain medications can lead to constipation."
"The doctor prescribed an anticholinergic nasal spray to treat the patient's runny nose."
"Long-term use of anticholinergic drugs may increase the risk of cognitive decline."
"The anticholinergic properties of the medication help relax smooth muscles in the airways."
Word Game Points
Is ANTICHOLINERGIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anticholinergic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ANTICHOLINERGIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is ANTICHOLINERGIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anticholinergic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordANTICHOLINERGIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.
Is ANTICHOLINERGIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anticholinergic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordANTICHOLINERGIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.
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