atropine

/ˌætrəˈpin/

Definitions of atropine

1. noun

   a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts as an antidote for organophosphate nerve agents or organophosphate insecticides
   types:

   belladonna

   an alkaloidal extract or tincture of the poisonous belladonna plant that is used medicinally

   type of:

   antidote, counterpoison

   a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison

   antispasmodic, antispasmodic agent, spasmolytic

   a drug used to relieve or prevent spasms (especially of the smooth muscles)

   mydriatic, mydriatic drug

   a drug that causes the pupil of the eye to dilate; used to aid eye examinations

   alkaloid

   natural bases containing nitrogen found in plants

   poison, poisonous substance, toxicant

   any substance that causes injury or illness or death of a living organism