Definitions of methyldopa [ˌmɛθ əlˈdoʊ pə]

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1. (n.) methyldopa
a white powder, C

Etymology: (1950–55)

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1. (noun) methyldopa, alpha methyl dopa, Aldomet
antihypertensive drug (trade name Aldomet) used in the treatment of high blood pressure

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U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. methyldopa
An alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that has both central and peripheral nervous system effects. Its primary clinical use is as an antihypertensive agent.

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methyl bromide methylated spirit methylbenzene methyldopa methylene blue methylene chloride methylenedioxymethamphetamine

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