Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nubain
Noun
ˈnuˌbān
Definition
A medication used for pain relief during surgery and childbirth.
Examples
- Nubain is often administered during labor to help manage severe pain.
- After the surgery, the doctor prescribed Nubain to alleviate any lingering discomfort.
Meaning
Nubain is a synthetic opioid that acts as both an analgesic and an anesthetic.
Synonyms
- Buprenorphine
- Opioid analgesic
- Pain reliever
