antispastic (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌæntɪˈspæstɪk/
Definition
A type of medication used to treat muscle spasms and stiffness, often prescribed for conditions such as multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injuries.
Examples
The antispastic drug helped reduce the frequency and severity of muscle spasms in patients with multiple sclerosis.
Antispastic medications can have side effects such as drowsiness and dizziness, so patients should be cautious when taking them.
How to Use antispastic
- antispastic medication (noun phrase)
- a type of medication used to treat muscle spasms — "The doctor prescribed an antispastic medication to help relax the patient's muscles."
- antispastic therapy (noun phrase)
- a type of therapy used to treat muscle spasms — "The physical therapist recommended an antispastic exercise routine to help manage muscle stiffness and improve mobility."
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