Analeptic
Analeptic
Analeptic (pronunciation: /ˌanəˈleptik/) is a term used in medicine to refer to a drug or treatment that stimulates the central nervous system.
Etymology
The term "analeptic" is derived from the Greek word "analeptikos", which means "restorative". It is composed of "ana-", meaning "up" or "again", and "leptikos", meaning "able to take hold".
Definition
An Analeptic is a type of pharmacological agent that enhances the activity of the central nervous system. This can result in increased mental alertness, physical activity, and potentially, the reversal of certain types of drug overdoses.
Related Terms
- Stimulant: A type of drug that increases activity in the body, particularly the nervous and cardiovascular systems.
- Nootropic: Also known as cognitive enhancers, these are drugs, supplements, and other substances that may improve cognitive function.
- Antidote: A substance that can counteract a form of poisoning. Analeptics can sometimes act as antidotes in cases of central nervous system depressant overdose.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, analeptics are often used to treat conditions such as narcolepsy, ADHD, and certain types of respiratory failure. They can also be used in emergency medicine to reverse the effects of certain types of drug overdoses, particularly those involving central nervous system depressants.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Analeptic
- Wikipedia's article - Analeptic
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