WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Google
 

astringent drug

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun astringent drug has 1 sense
  1. astringent, astringent drug, styptic - a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals
    --1 is a kind of medicine, medication, medicament, medicinal drug
    --1 has particulars: alum

Definitions from the Web

Astringent Drug

Description:

An astringent drug refers to a medicinal substance that is used to contract or tighten tissues, making them less permeable. Astringent drugs are commonly employed to relieve symptoms such as inflammation, irritation, or excessive secretions.

Sample Sentences:

  • The doctor prescribed an astringent drug to alleviate the patient's nasal congestion.
  • Using an astringent drug can help control bleeding after a minor surgical procedure.
  • When applied topically, the astringent drug quickly dries up and soothes the irritated skin.
  • Some astringent drugs have a bitter taste and may cause temporary numbness in the mouth.

Possible Related Products:

To explore and purchase related products on Amazon, click the links below:

astride antonym astrigent astrik astring astringe astringence astringency astringent astringent drug astrinomer astro astrobiology astroblastoma astrocyte astrocytic astrodienst astrodome

Sponsored (shop thru our affiliate link to help maintain this site):

WordNet-Online
Home | Free dictionary software | Copyright notice | Contact us | Network & desktop search | Search My Network | LAN Find | Reminder software | Software downloads | WordNet dictionary | Automotive thesaurus