antispasmodic
Britishadjective
noun
Example Sentences
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In addition to relieving anxiety and stress, Mr. Lonsdale said cannabis-based products can ease nausea during chemotherapy and has antispasmodic properties to help those who have multiple sclerosis and other issues.
From Washington Times
"The physician gave him antiseptic and antispasmodic drugs and had him return to his cell to stabilise his condition," the statement added.
From BBC
“Treatment options for managing abdominal pain—particularly moderate to severe pain—are limited to antispasmodics and neuromodulators such as tricyclic antidepressants,” Dr. Saito-Loftus told Health.
From Time
The oils used to scent Ivory soap have antispasmodic activity, which may explain the benefit.
From Seattle Times
By sleeping off the psychoactive effects, he could report to work clear-headed the next day while the antispasmodic effects of the drug continued to calm his system.
From Time
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