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Intropin

Intropin

7.9
A medicine used in shock to raise blood pressure and improve blood flow
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Intropin
  • The doctor administered Intropin to stabilize the patient's blood pressure.

Examples

  • Intropin is commonly used in emergency medicine to treat shock.

  • The doctor prescribed Intropin for the patient's low blood pressure.

  • Due to its powerful effects, Intropin must be dosed carefully by medical professionals.

  • Have you ever heard of Intropin?

  • Intropin is a crucial medication that helps improve blood flow during shock.

  • In cases of severe low blood pressure, doctors often rely on Intropin for treatment.

  • After the accident, the paramedics rushed to administer Intropin to stabilize the patient.

Synonyms

dopamine
vsIntropin
  • Specialized
46 4.9

A chemical in the brain that helps cells send signals and affects pleasure and movement

is the commercial trade name for the drug form focusing on improving blood flow
Dopastat
vsIntropin
  • Specialized
9.0

A drug used to raise low blood pressure in people with severe shock

is the brand name for the same drug emphasizing improved blood flow

Surface Forms

Intropin singular
Intropins plural

Etymology

Intropin is a trade name for dopamine, and a helpful way to remember it is to read the first part intro- as 'in', so imagine the medicine going 'into' the blood to do its work. That's why Intropin is used in emergency care to raise low blood pressure and improve blood flow.