relaxant

[US]/rɪ'læks(ə)nt/
[UK]/rɪ'læksənt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. causing relaxation
n. a substance that causes relaxation

Phrases & Collocations

muscle relaxant

Example Sentences

Diaphoretic (producing or increasing perspiration), antispasmodic, muscle relaxant, antipyretic, help to ripen measles, stopping diarrhea.

She took a relaxant to help her sleep.

The doctor prescribed a relaxant for his muscle spasms.

Yoga is known for its relaxant effects on the body and mind.

The spa offers various relaxant treatments to help guests unwind.

Some people use herbal relaxants to reduce anxiety.

The relaxant music in the background helped create a calming atmosphere.

Deep breathing exercises can act as natural relaxants for stress relief.

The relaxant properties of chamomile tea are well-known for promoting relaxation.

Massage therapy is often used as a relaxant for muscle tension.

Taking a warm bath before bed can be a natural relaxant to improve sleep quality.

Real-world Examples

Well, why don't you take a muscle relaxant?

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 3

Some surgeries you need the patient to be very relaxed so you would use a muscle relaxant.

Source: Perspective Encyclopedia of Technology

A muscle relaxant keeps spasms from spreading to the rest of his body.

Source: TED-Ed (video version)

In addition, muscle relaxants, pain medication, and other supportive care measures are taken while the immune system clears the infection.

Source: Osmosis - Microorganisms

Are we gonna fight about that again? 'Cause if so, I'm gonna need those last four muscle relaxants.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 3

If you or a loved one experience acute pain, ask to explore alternatives to opioids like Tylenol, NSAIDs, muscle relaxants and physical therapy.

Source: TED Talks (Video Edition) October 2022 Collection

If so, I need those last four muscle relaxants.

Source: Desperate Housewives Video Version Season 3

Atropine is a smooth muscle relaxant, and your irises are full of smooth muscles that expand and contract to let in different amounts of light.

Source: SciShow - Chemistry

So an " intravenous muscle relaxant" is basically an injection – that is, something that is put into your body with something called a " needle" (needle).

Source: 2016 ESLPod

Sometimes muscle relaxants are given or botulinum toxin is injected into certain muscles to reduce hypertonicity and relax the muscles, which can both help reduce pain associated with hypertonus and also help fit patients with specific orthotic braces.

Source: Osmosis - Nerve

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