antipruritic
/ˌæntiˌprʊˈrɪtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to a substance or treatment that relieves or prevents itching.
- The doctor prescribed an antipruritic cream for the patient's rash.
- Many antipruritic lotions contain ingredients like calamine or hydrocortisone.
- She applied an antipruritic ointment to soothe the mosquito bites.
noun
- A medication or agent that relieves or prevents itching.
- Some natural antipruritics include aloe vera and oatmeal baths.
- He used an over-the-counter antipruritic to stop the itching from poison ivy.
- The pharmacist recommended an antipruritic for the allergic reaction.