antiarrhythmic
[ an-tee-uh-rith -mik, -uh-rith-, an-tahy- ]
/ ˌæn ti əˈrɪð mɪk, -əˈrɪθ-, ˌæn taɪ- /
adjective
of or relating to any substance that prevents, inhibits, or alleviates heartbeat irregularities.
noun
any such substance, as lidocaine.
Origin of antiarrhythmic
First recorded in 1950–55;
anti- +
arrhythmic
Words nearby antiarrhythmic
antiantibody,
antianxiety,
antianxiety agent,
antianxiety drug,
antiar,
antiarrhythmic,
antiart,
antiarthritic,
antiatom,
antiauxin,
antibacchius
Medical definitions for antiarrhythmic
antiarrhythmic
[ ăn′tē-ə-rĭð′mĭk, ăn′tī- ]
adj.
Preventing or alleviating irregularities in the force or rhythm of the heart.
n.
An antiarrythmic drug.