ganglionic blocking agent

any of a group of drugs that inhibit the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine at synapses in the autonomic ganglia. Among other effects, this causes a decrease in heart rate and a lowering of blood pressure, and these drugs were at one time widely used in the treatment of hypertension. However, because of the severity of their side effects, their use is now rare. See mecamylamine.

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December 24th 2024

social maturity

a level of behavior in accordance with the social standards that are the norm for individuals of a particular age.