analgesic

Example Sentences

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Some individuals find limited relief through capsaicin cream, an over-the-counter analgesic that creates a warming sensation.

From Science Daily

Nitrous oxide is a colourless gas commonly used as an analgesic - a painkiller - in medicine and dentistry, and for producing whipped cream in cooking.

From BBC

Approved 50 years ago by the F.D.A. as a veterinarian-prescribed analgesic, it is not listed as a controlled substance for animals or humans and so is not subject to strict monitoring.

From New York Times

It is believed to have antiseptic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory qualities and is used in toothpaste, mouthwash and skin salves.

From BBC

If you’re leaving the house, take a snack with you and maybe some analgesic.

From The Verge