Demulcent vs. Obtundent — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Demulcent and Obtundent
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Demulcent
A demulcent (derived from the Latin: demulcere "caress") is an agent that forms a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane. However, they generally help for less than 30 minutes.Demulcents are sometimes referred to as mucoprotective agents.
Obtundent
To make less intense; dull or deaden.
Demulcent
Serving to soothe or soften.
Obtundent
A substance which sheathes a part, or blunts irritation, usually some bland, oily, or mucilaginous matter; – nearly the same as demulcent.
Demulcent
A soothing, usually mucilaginous or oily substance, such as glycerin or lanolin, used especially to relieve pain in inflamed or irritated mucous membranes.
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Obtundent
Something which obtunds.
Demulcent
Soothing or softening.
Obtundent
A substance which sheathes a part, or blunts irritation, usually some bland, oily, or mucilaginous matter; - nearly the same as demulcent.
Demulcent
(medicine) A soothing medication used to relieve pain in inflamed tissues.
Demulcent
Softening; mollifying; soothing; assuasive; as, oil is demulcent.
Demulcent
A substance, usually of a mucilaginous or oily nature, supposed to be capable of soothing an inflamed nervous membrane, or protecting it from irritation. Gum Arabic, glycerin, olive oil, etc., are demulcents.
Demulcent
A medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin
Demulcent
Having a softening or soothing effect especially to the skin
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