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vasopressor

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(-pres′ər)

adjective

causing a rise in blood pressure by constricting blood vessels

Origin: vaso- + press(ure) + -or

noun

a substance causing such a rise

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adjective

Of, relating to, or causing constriction of blood vessels.

noun

An agent that causes a rise in blood pressure.

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