Demerol

Definition / meaning of Demerol

A drug used to treat moderate to severe pain. It binds to opioid receptors in the central nervous system. Demerol is a type of analgesic agent and a type of opioid. Also called meperidine hydrochloride.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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