Noun: atropine 'at-ru,peen
- A poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts as an antidote for organophosphate nerve agents or organophosphate insecticides
"The ophthalmologist used atropine drops to dilate the patient's pupils for the eye exam";
- atropin
Derived forms: atropines
Type of: alkaloid, antidote, antispasmodic, antispasmodic agent, counterpoison, mydriatic, mydriatic drug, poison, poisonous substance, spasmolytic, toxicant
Encyclopedia: Atropine