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Rubefacient

Definition:

A rubefacient refers to a substance or medication that when applied or rubbed onto the skin, causes redness or heat as a result of increased blood flow to the area.

Senses:

1. Medical: A topical ointment or cream used for relieving muscular aches and pains by enhancing blood circulation.
2. Pharmaceutical: A category of drugs that can generate local vasodilation and irritate the skin, intended for external use only.
3. Popular: A substance applied on the skin, typically in the form of creams or liniments, to provide relief from pain or soreness.

Examples:

Medical:

The doctor prescribed a rubefacient cream to ease the stiffness in my joints.

Pharmaceutical:

The rubefacient gel is commonly used in physical therapy to warm up muscles before exercise.

Popular:

After a strenuous workout, she applied a rubefacient liniment to soothe her aching muscles.

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