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demulcent

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demulcent /de·mul·cent/ (de-mul´sint)
1. soothing; bland.
2. a soothing mucilaginous or oily medicine or application.
de·mul·cent (d-mlsnt)
adj.
Relieving irritation; soothing.
n.
A soothing, usually mucilaginous or oily substance, such as glycerin or lanolin, used especially to relieve pain in inflamed or irritated mucous membranes.
demulcent
1. soothing; bland.
2. a soothing mucilaginous or oily medicine or application.
alimentary demulcent
substances of high molecular mass and good solubility that lubricate, coat and protect the mucosa of the upper alimentary tract. Usually they mask unpleasant tastes, stabilize emulsions, and act as suspension agents. Methyl cellulose, gum tragacanth, agar, mineral oil and propylene glycol are used for this purpose.
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