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Meaning of ANTISPASMODIC

Pronunciation:  `anteespaz'mâdik

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  a drug used to relieve or prevent spasms (especially of the smooth muscles)
 

ANTISPASMODIC is a 13 letter word that starts with A.

 

 Synonyms: antispasmodic agent, spasmolytic
 
 See Also: atropine, medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\An`ti*spas*mod"ic\, a. (Med.)
Good against spasms. -- n. A medicine which prevents or
allays spasms or convulsions.

 
Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. A compound that relieves muscular spasms.
  2. This is a drug to relieve muscle spasms.
 

 

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