hypotensive

adj, noun — 5 senses

hypotensive

adj

Etymology From hypo- + tensive.

› Relating to hypotension (low blood pressure).

1

Having hypotension.

hypotensive patients

2

Producing hypotension.

hypotensive medications
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Antonyms: hypertensive
Derived terms: antihypotensive, equihypotensive, nonhypotensive, subhypotensive, supine hypotensive syndrome

hypotensive

noun

Etymology From hypo- + tensive.

1

Any drug that lowers the blood pressure.

a hypotensive agent such as an opioid

2

A drug that lowers the blood pressure as its principal intended effect; a drug taken to treat hypertension.

a hypotensive agent such as an ARB or an ACEI

3

A person with hypotension.

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