methyldopa

[ meth-uhl-doh-puh ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a white powder, C 1 0 H 1 3 NO 4 , used in the treatment of hypertension.

methyldopa

/ ˌmiːθaɪlˈdəʊpə /

noun

1. a drug used to treat hypertension. Formula: C 10 H 13 NO 4

Word History and Origins

Origin of methyldopa¹

First recorded in 1950–55; methyl- + dopa

Word History and Origins

Origin of methyldopa¹

C20: from methyl + d ( ihydr ) o ( xy ) p ( henyl ) a ( lanine )

Example Sentences

In general, methyldopa and labetalol are the recommended antihypertensives for use during pregnancy.

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