demulcent

demulcent definition - medical

de·mul·cent (dĭ-mŭlˈsənt)

adjective
Relieving irritation; soothing.
noun
A soothing, usually mucilaginous or oily substance, such as glycerin or lanolin, used especially to relieve pain in inflamed or irritated mucous membranes.

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