antiarrhythmic
[ an-tee-uh-rith -mik, -uh-rith-, an-tahy- ]
/ ˌæn ti əˈrɪð mɪk, -əˈrɪθ-, ˌæn taɪ- /
adjective
of or relating to any substance that prevents, inhibits, or alleviates heartbeat irregularities.
noun
any such substance, as lidocaine.
Nearby words
antiantibody, antianxiety, antianxiety agent, antianxiety drug, antiar, antiarrhythmic, antiart, antiarthritic, antiatom, antiauxin, antibacchius
Origin of antiarrhythmic
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Medicine definitions for antiarrhythmic
antiarrhythmic
[ ăn′tē-ə-rĭð′mĭk, ăn′tī- ]
adj.
Preventing or alleviating irregularities in the force or rhythm of the heart.
n.
An antiarrythmic drug.
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