Definition

A substance derived from certain plants that is used to treat nausea, induce pupil dilation, and has sedative properties.

Example

The doctor prescribed scopolamine to help with her motion sickness during the long car ride.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of scopolamine?

Yeah, isn't it used to help with motion sickness?

Exactly! I read that it can also help with nausea during travel.

That sounds really useful, especially for long car rides!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scopolamine is derived from 'scopola' (from the Latin *scopola*, meaning a small, dark, or shadowy place) and the suffix '-amine' (indicating an amine compound). The word refers to a compound derived from the plant Scopolia, which has sedative properties.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scopola' as a reference to a shadowy place, which helps you remember that scopolamine is a compound derived from a plant known for its calming effects.

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