antipyic
/ˌæntiˈpaɪɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or used for preventing or treating pus formation (infection).
- Antipyic treatments are important for keeping surgical incisions clean.
- Some natural substances have antipyic properties that help heal cuts.
- The nurse applied an antipyic ointment to the wound to prevent infection.
Synonyms
noun
- A substance that prevents or treats pus formation.
- The doctor recommended an antipyic to keep the wound from getting infected.
- This cream is a mild antipyic that can be used on minor scrapes.
- Antipyics are often used in first aid kits for cleaning injuries.