Definition of "antipruritic" []

• Preventing or relieving itching: an antipruritic agent. (adjective)

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• "Itch medicine antipruritic, such as calamine lotion"
• "Cutaneous larva migrans Child and adult: 3 g in 30 g vaseline or antipruritic ointment, 3 applications per day during one week"
• "Locally, antipruritic and stimulating applications, such as are used in the treatment of eczema, are to be employed, alkaline baths and tarry applications deserving special mention."