Demulcents [noun]

Definition of Demulcents:

creamy solution

Synonyms of Demulcents:

● Balm

● Ointment

● Cosmetic

● Salve

● Cream

● Liniment

● Unguent

● Preparation

● Wash

● Medicine

● Embrocation

● Lenitive

● Demulcent

● Palliative


Opposite/Antonyms of Demulcents:

-


Sentence/Example of Demulcents:

The gums are employed as demulcents in medicines, and are used as cements, and for giving stiffness and gloss to textile fabrics.

Aperients of castor oil, demulcents,9 and a light nutritious diet.

The antidotes are emetics, followed by demulcents, opium, and stimulants.

The free use of demulcents at the termination of digestion in the stomach is especially useful.

Decoctions of flaxseed, slippery elm, acacia, etc. are suitable demulcents and protectives.