 |
|
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z |
|
|
antagonist
In anatomy, a muscle (see skeletal muscles and muscle groups) that acts in opposition to another muscle. For example, the biceps and triceps are an antagonistic pair. In medicine, a drug or hormone that acts to oppose the action of another drug or hormone. In each case, the opposing muscle, drug, or hormone is called the agonist. The antagonist to a drug is sometimes called an antidote.
Related category
• ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Also on this site:
Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living
Encyclopedia of History
Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site)