Sympatholytic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011734",
  "term": "Sympatholytic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing a substance or drug that inhibits the activity of the sympathetic nervous system. These agents typically block the effects of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine and epinephrine at their receptors or interfere with their synthesis or release. Sympatholytics are used clinically to treat conditions such as hypertension and anxiety.",
  "synonyms": [
    "anti-adrenergic"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1317 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/sympatholytic/"
}