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Definitions for vasopressor
ˈvæs oʊˌprɛs ər, ˈveɪ zoʊ-va·so·pres·sor

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. vasopressornoun

    any agent that produces vasoconstriction and a rise in blood pressure (usually understood as increased arterial pressure)

Wiktionary

  1. vasopressornoun

    an agent that causes such constriction

  2. vasopressoradjective

    Of or relating to the constriction on blood vessels which eventually causes a rise in blood pressure

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  1. vasopressor

    A vasopressor is a type of medication used to constrict (narrow) the blood vessels, thereby increasing blood pressure. They are primarily used in intensive care and emergency medicine to combat severe hypotension (low blood pressure), especially in critical situations such as shock or cardiac arrest. Vasopressors help to improve blood flow to vital organs. Common examples include adrenaline, dopamine, and noradrenaline.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of vasopressor in Chaldean Numerology is: 2

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of vasopressor in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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