SINCE 1828
analeptic
noun
an·a·lep·tic
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Definition of analeptic
: a drug that stimulates the central nervous system
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analeptic
adjective
an·a·lep·tic
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Medical Definition of analeptic
(Entry 1 of 2)
: of, relating to, or acting as an analeptic
analeptic
nounMedical Definition of analeptic (Entry 2 of 2)
: a restorative agent
especially
: a drug that acts as a stimulant on the central nervous system
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