Rubefacient (Noun)
Meaning
A medicine for external application that produces redness of the skin.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a rubefacient to relieve muscle pain and stiffness by increasing blood flow to the affected area.
- Capsaicin is a common active ingredient found in many over-the-counter rubefacient creams and ointments.
- Topical application of a rubefacient is often used to treat minor sprains and strains by increasing warmth and circulation.
- Cayenne pepper has been used for centuries as a natural rubefacient to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
- The use of a rubefacient such as methyl salicylate is often recommended to relieve the discomfort associated with arthritis and fibromyalgia.