Antispasmodic Agent (Noun)
Meaning
A drug used to relieve or prevent spasms (especially of the smooth muscles).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed an antispasmodic agent to help manage the patient's menstrual cramps.
- Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic agent used to treat symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
- Antispasmodic agents are often used to relieve spasms in the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract.
- The new medication contains an antispasmodic agent that helps relax the muscles in the airways.
- Physicians may recommend antispasmodic agents to alleviate symptoms of diverticulitis.