antiphlogistic
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of antiphlogistic
First recorded in 1735–45; anti- + phlogistic
Example Sentences
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Remedies.—Venesection; cathartics; antiphlogistic regimen; antimonials, combined with decoction of sarsaparilla.
From North American Medical and Surgical Journal, Vol. 2, No. 3, July, 1826 by Bache, Franklin
Call the class together; be active—vigorously antiphlogistic; time is precious—the patient in danger.
From The International Monthly, Volume 5, No. 4, April, 1852 by Various
Treatment.—In acute inflammation, antiphlogistic applications are indicated and the subject must be kept quiet.
From Lameness of the Horse Veterinary Practitioners' Series, No. 1 by Lacroix, John Victor
The young companion of Miss Crawley, at the conclusion of their interview, came in to receive their instructions, and administered those antiphlogistic medicines which the eminent men ordered.
From Vanity Fair by Thackeray, William Makepeace
The disease was regarded as a chronic gastro-entero-peritonitis, and treated accordingly, by the antiphlogistic regimen; but no benefit was derived from this plan.
From North American Medical and Surgical Journal, Vol. 2, No. 3, July, 1826 by Bache, Franklin
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