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
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atropine::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | toxicant, antidote, antispasmodic, antispasmodic agent, alkaloid, counterpoison, mydriatic, mydriatic drug, poison, poisonous substance, spasmolytic |
| Has types | belladonna |
