Meaning of CALCIUM BLOCKER
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 WordNet Dictionary |
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[n] any of a class of drugs that block the flow of the electrolyte calcium (either in nerve cell conduction or smooth muscle contraction (of the heart)); has been used in the treatment of angina or arrhythmia or hypertension or migraine |
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| | Synonyms: | | calcium-channel blocker |
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| | See Also: | | Calan, Cardizem, diltiazem, Isoptin, medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine, nifedipine, Procardia, verapamil | |
| Medical Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | a medication used to treat heart disease. |
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