what is an astringent?
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Astringent A crystal of alum, an astringent. An astringent (occasional alternative: adstringent) substance is a chemical compound that tends to shrink or constrict body tissues. The word astringent derives from Latin adstringere, meaning to bind fast. Two common examples are calamine lotion and witch hazel.
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antacid antacid. 1. counteracting acidity. 2. an agent that counteracts acidity. Substances that act as antacids include sodium bicarbonate, aluminum hydroxide gel, magnesium hydroxide, magnesium trisilicate, magnesium oxide and calcium carbonate. They are often used in humans in the treatment of peptic ulcer.
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astringent Astringents act as protein precipitants and arrest discharge by causing shrinkage of tissue. Skin preparations such as shaving lotions often contain astringents such as aluminum acetate that help to reduce oiliness and excessive perspiration. Witch hazel is a common household astringent used to reduce swelling. Styptic pencils, used to stop bleeding from small cuts, contain astringents. Zinc oxide and calamine are astringents used in lotions, powders, and ointments to relieve itching and chafing in various forms of dermatitis.
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astringent The definition of astringent refers to a material that will cause body tissues to shrink, and helps to control bleeding and secretions. A cosmetic that will clean your skin and close your pores is an example of an astringent. astringent. an astringent substance, drug, etc. astringent.
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What are analgesics? Analgesics are medicines that help to control pain and reduce fever; some types also decrease inflammation. Analgesics that are available over the counter (without a prescription) include aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, ketoprofen and naproxen sodium.
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Uses, benefits, and risks of aspirin Knowledge center. Aspirin, or acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is a salicylate drug, and is generally used as an analgesic (something that relieves pain without producing anesthesia or loss of consciousness) for minor aches and pains, to reduce fever (an antipyretic), and also as an anti-inflammatory drug.
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- Alphabet Alphabet is a group of letters that is the backbone of any language. Alphabet is needed to read and write a language, and it comprises both the vowels as well as the consonants. English language was first made using Anglo-Saxon alphabet because of the alphabets of Angles and Saxons who came from German and inhabited a part of England.
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indomethacin [in′dōmeth′əsin]. a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agent. indications It is prescribed in the treatment of arthritis, gout attacks, and certain other inflammatory conditions. contraindications Upper GI disease or known hypersensitivity to this drug or to aspirin prohibits its use.
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Beyond Toilet Paper: How to Treat Shaving Nicks and Cuts There are a variety of products out there that are specially made for treating small shaving cuts. While the way in which they are applied differs, the active ingredient in all of these products is an astringent. Astringents constrict the tissues in your skin and coagulate and dry the blood in your cuts.
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Aspirin Facts, Warnings and Information Aspirin, or acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is a salicylate drug often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory. Aspirin has been used to reduce pain and inflammation for over a century.
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astringent Skin lotions often contain astringents such as aluminum acetate that help to reduce oiliness and excessive perspiration. Witch hazel is a common household astringent used to reduce swelling. Styptic pencils, used to stop bleeding from small cuts, contain astringents.
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Antihemorrhagic An antihemorrhagic (antihæmorrhagic) agent is a substance that promotes hemostasis (stops bleeding). It may also be known as a hemostatic (also spelled hæmostatic) agent. A styptic (also spelled stiptic) is a specific type of antihemorrhagic agent that works by contracting tissue to seal injured blood vessels. Styptic pencils contain astringents.
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Antacid An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, which in turn relieves heartburn.n antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, which in turn relieves heartburn.
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- Aspirin is a common pain reliever used to reduce fever and to lessen mild-to-moderate pain caused by headaches, toothaches, muscle aches, colds, menstrual cramps or arthritis.
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- FAQ. More Information. Mandelic acid is an increasingly popular alpha hydroxy acid treatment known for its unique anti-aging and antibacterial properties. Know chemically as alpha-hydroxybenzeneacetic acid, Mandelic acid is derived from bitter almond; its name, too, is derived from the German word for almond, mandel.
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Dictionary of Gourmet Coffee Tasting ASTRINGENT—An undesirable level of acidity; sometimes used to refer to an intense briny sensation at the tip of the tongue after sipping the coffee. BITTER—A strong taste or twinge or aftertaste noted on the back of the tongue (one of the four basic tastes detected there). Not to be confused with acidity.
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antacid n an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach) a drug (trade name Tagamet) used to treat peptic ulcers by decreasing the secretion of stomach acid. a histamine blocker and antacid (trade name Zantac) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux. a commercial antacid that contains aspirin; tablets dissolve in water to give an effervescent solution.
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Definitions &Translations Princeton's WordNet(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: astringent, astringent drug, styptic(adj) a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals. acerb, acerbic, astringent(adj) sour or bitter in taste. astringent(adj) tending to draw together or constrict soft organic tissue.
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- Many foods and drinks are recognizable as astringent once you know what you are looking for. To better understand what astringency is, taste some of these foods. Aronia/chokeberry. Assam black tea. Banana skin. Berry juices. Bird cherry. Blackthorn/sloe berry.
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An Overview of Aspirin for Back Pain Categorized as an analgesic, aspirin is an over-the-counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, or NSAID. NSAIDs are used to relieve pain and inflammation. In some products aspirin is the sole ingredient; in others, it is produced in a combination of two or more substances.
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pharmacology Protectives and Astringents. drugs work by covering, cooling, drying, or soothing inflamed skin. protectives: do not penetrate the skin or soften it but instead form a long lasting film. astringent: shrink the blood vessels locally, dry up secretions from weepy lesions and lessen skin sensitivity. Antipruritic.
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- The extreme sharpness of the air acted on his nerves like an astringent, and braced them swiftly. View in context In the upper region they live chiefly on the acid and astringent berries of the guayavita, under which trees I have seen these lizards and the huge tortoises feeding together.
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Human Physiology/Print Version Development & Approval Process (Drugs). Analgesics: Drugs that relieve pain. There are two main types: non-narcotic analgesics for mild pain, and narcotic analgesics for severe pain. Antacids: Drugs that relieve indigestion and heartburn by neutralizing stomach acid.
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What Is Allantoin/Camphor/Phenol Topical? Allantoin is a  skin protectant. Camphor and phenol are mild topical (for the skin) pain relievers. Allantoin, camphor, and phenol topical is a combination medicine used to treat pain, itching, or severe lip dryness caused by chapped lips or cold sores (fever blisters). This medicine will not cure herpes simplex, the virus that causes cold sores. Allantoin, camphor, and phenol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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Aftershave An example of aftershave. After shave is a liquid product applied to skin after shaving. It contains an antiseptic agent such as denatured alcohol, stearate citrate or witch hazel to prevent infection of cuts, as well as to act as an astringent to reduce skin irritation.