Demulcents

/dɪˈmʌlsənts/ noun

Definition

Plural of demulcent; multiple substances with soothing or protective properties.

Etymology

Plural form of demulcent, following the standard English '-s' pluralization of Latin-derived medical terms.

Kelly Says

The pharmacy world groups remedies by function, and demulcents are the 'comfort' category—they don't cure but create conditions where your body can heal itself.

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