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Definition of Propoxyphene
1. Noun. A mildly narcotic analgesic drug (trade name Darvon) related to methadone but less addictive.
Generic synonyms: Analgesic, Anodyne, Pain Pill, Painkiller
Language type: Trade Name
Definition of Propoxyphene
1. Noun. Dextropropoxyphene. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Propoxyphene
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Propoxyphene
Literary usage of Propoxyphene
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Food and Drugs, Pt. 800-1299, Revised by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Staff (2005)
"Measurements obtained by this device are used in the diagnosis and treatment of
propoxyphene use on overdose on in monitoring levels of propoxyphene to ..."
2. Science by American Association for the Advancement of Science (1883)
"In addition, they state that "In these trials, IK-1 and D-propoxyphene were not
better than a placebo, but codeine and aspirin were more effective than ..."
3. Laam in the Treatment of Opiate Addiction: A Treatment Improvement Protocal edited by Sandra Clunies (1999)
"For this reason, clinic staff should ensure that all patients who are known to
abuse sedatives, tranquilizers, propoxyphene, antidepressants, ..."
4. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story by Andrei Maylunas (2005)
"Smoking has been associated with diminished pain tolerance, requiring increased
dosages of morphine, pethidine (meperidine) and propoxyphene. ..."
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