ANTIPRURITIC Definition & Meaning

antipruritic

[ an-tee-proo-rit-ik, an-tahy- ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

relieving or preventing itching.

noun

an antipruritic agent.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of antipruritic¹

First recorded in 1875–80; anti- + pruritic ( def )

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Locally, antipruritic and stimulating applications, such as are used in the treatment of eczema, are to be employed, alkaline baths and tarry applications deserving special mention.

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With systemic remedies directed toward a removal or modification of the etiological factors, and, for the temporary relief of the itching, suitable antipruritic applications.

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