antispasmodic
Britishadjective
noun
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In addition to morphine, these include thebaine, a precursor to the pain relievers oxycodone and hydrocondone, as well as commonly used antispasmodic compounds, antibiotics, and anticancer agents.
From Science Magazine ● May 18, 2015
Hoffman's anodyne is an efficient antispasmodic and is wonderfully effective in relieving the tendency to asthma.
From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)
The properties of camomile are antispasmodic, carminative, and tonic—just what is wanted.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George
Blume says that it contains marked antispasmodic virtues, and Dr. G. Kennedy confirms it.
From The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines by Thomas, Jerome Beers
The bulb, consisting of several combined cloves, is stimulating, antispasmodic, expectorant, and diuretic.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas
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