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"Counterirritant" Definition

noun

An agent that induces local inflammation to relieve inflammation in underlying or adjacent tissues.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

An agent applied locally to produce superficial inflammation with the object of reducing inflammation in deeper adjacent structures.

Source: Merriam-Webster

An irritation or discomfort that diverts attention from another.

Source: Merriam-Webster

adjective

Of or producing the effect of such an agent.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

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