pethidine Definition
a synthetic compound used as a narcotic painkiller, similar to morphine.
Using pethidine: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pethidine" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The doctor prescribed pethidine for her post-surgery pain.
Example
Pethidine is a commonly used painkiller in labor and delivery.
pethidine Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for pethidine
- meperidine
- Demerol
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Summary: pethidine in Brief
Pethidine [ˈpɛθɪdiːn] is a synthetic compound used as a narcotic painkiller, similar to morphine. It is often prescribed for post-surgery pain and is a commonly used painkiller in labor and delivery.
