Vocabulary Entry

sympathomimetic

|adjective • noun

adjective

Relating to substances that mimic the effects of sympathetic nervous system stimulation.

Example Sentences

"The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic drug to help alleviate the patient's asthma symptoms."

"Sympathomimetic agents can increase heart rate and blood pressure."

"Caffeine is a common sympathomimetic compound found in many beverages."

noun

Example Sentences

"Epinephrine is a well-known sympathomimetic used in emergency medicine."

"The pharmacologist studied various sympathomimetics to understand their impact on heart function."

"Some sympathomimetics are used in treating conditions like nasal congestion."