Liniment

Liquid preparation rubbed on skin, used to relieve muscular aches and pains.


External medication applied by rubbing.


A liquid containing therapeutic agents for topical application. It may be an alcohol, oil, or water preparation.


An agent or substance applied to the skin by gentle friction or by brisk rubbing, meant to relieve superficial pain.


Ointment for topical application.


An oily liquid rubbed on the skin to ease the pain or stiffness of a sprain or bruise by acting as a vasodilator or counterirritant.


Preparation (usually containing an alcohol or oil) applied to the skin to relieve muscular discomfort.


A medicinal preparation that is rubbed onto the skin or applied on a surgical dressing. Liniments often contain camphor and alcohol.


Liniments, or embrocations, are oily mixtures intended for external application by rubbing. Their chief use is in the production of pain relief, particularly in rheumatic conditions.


A liquid vehicle (usually water, oil, or alcohol) containing a medication to be rubbed on or applied to the skin. It may be applied by the friction method or on a bandage.


A fluid applied to the skin for the purpose of alleviating sore muscles and rigid joints. Liniments can incorporate rubefacients, which enhance blood circulation beneath the skin, or specific medications like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.


A liquid remedy intended for skin massage, designed to induce counterirritation and relief by attracting an enhanced blood supply to the area. The massaging action delivers a calming effect. The most commonly used variant is “linimentum album,” a turpentine-based preparation colloquially known as “horse liniment,” often utilized by athletes to massage tight muscles. It’s important to note that liniments should not be applied to broken or damaged skin.


 


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