pethidine

pethidine

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peth·i·dine 'peth-ə-.dēn, -dən n chiefly Brit MEPERIDINE

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n.
a potent opioid analgesic drug with mild sedative action, used to relieve moderate or severe pain. It is administered by mouth or injection; side-effects may include nausea, dizziness, and dry mouth, and dependence may occur with prolonged use.

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