Demulcent

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cough drop

A demulcent (derived from the

Latin: demulcere "caress") is a mucilaginous or oleaginous preparation[1] that forms a soothing protective film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.[2] However, they generally help for less than 30 minutes.[3]

Demulcents are sometimes referred to as

glycerin, honey, and syrup are common ingredients in cough mixtures and cough drops.[4]

Examples

Natural demulcents include

marsh-mallow
.

Synthetic demulcents include

glycerin
.

References

  1. ^ "Definition of DEMULCENT". www.merriam-webster.com. Retrieved 2022-02-19.
  2. S2CID 23498530
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  3. PMID 21544279
    .
  4. PMID 13009543
    .

Further reading

Tripathi, K. D. (31 October 2018). Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.

OCLC 1050280101
.

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