Atropine (noun)

A medication that is used to dilate the pupils, reduce secretions in the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, and as an antidote for certain types of poison.

Origin:

Named after atropos, one of the three fates in greek mythology, who was responsible for cutting the thread of life.

Examples:

  1. The doctor prescribed atropine for the patient's eye condition.
  2. Atropine is used to treat certain types of poisonings.
  3. Atropine is a type of anticholinergic drug.
  4. Atropine is often used to help diagnose certain conditions of the eye.
  5. Atropine injection is used for dilating the pupils for certain medical procedures.
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