Definition
metopon
noun
- A synthetic opioid analgesic drug used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Usage: pharmaceutical/medical term; also known by the brand name Demerol
Examples
- The doctor prescribed metopon for the patient's post-surgical pain.
- Metopon is a controlled substance due to its potential for dependence.
- The medication metopon works by blocking pain signals in the nervous system.