CARDIAC GLYCOSIDE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Cardiac Glycoside.
Cardiac Glycoside - as a noun
Obtained from a number of plants and used to stimulate the heart in cases of heart failure
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cardiac glucosideHypernyms (Closely Related)
steroidHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Digitalis is a well-known cardiac glycoside."
"The patient was prescribed a cardiac glycoside to regulate their heart rhythm."
"Some plants naturally contain cardiac glycosides."
"The physician explained the mechanism of action of cardiac glycosides."
"A high dose of cardiac glycoside can be toxic."
