noun
- substances that reduce or inhibit a particular bodily function or symptom
Usage: medical; plural form of suppressant
Examples
- The doctor prescribed cough suppressants to help her sleep better.
- Appetite suppressants can be dangerous if not used properly.
- Many over-the-counter suppressants contain similar active ingredients.
- The pharmacy stocks various cold and flu suppressants.
- Some natural suppressants include honey and ginger for coughs.
- Immune suppressants are used after organ transplant surgery.