analeptic
adjectivetécnico/ɐnɐlɛptiku/low
a·na·lép·ti·co
Definition
Having a restorative or stimulating effect on vital functions, especially the central nervous system.
Analeptic drugs are sometimes used in cases of respiratory depression.
Coffee has a mild analeptic effect.
Common collocations
analeptic effectanaleptic substance
Etymology
Do grego 'analeptikos' (restaurador, revulsivo).