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Allergen Any substance that triggers an allergic response. |
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Alterative A substance that improves the function of various organsnotably those involved with the breakdown and excretion of waste productsto bring about a gradual change of state. |
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Anaesthetic Causes a local or general loss of sensation. |
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Antibiotic Destroys or inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. |
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Anti-bacterial Destroys or inhibits the growth of bacteria. |
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Anti-fungal Destroys or inhibits the growth of fungi. |
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Anti-inflammatory Reduces inflammation. |
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Anti-microbial Destroys or inhibits the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. |
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Anti-rheumatic Relieves the symptoms of rheumatism. |
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Antiseptic Controls or prevents infection. |
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Antispasmodic Reduces muscle spasm and tension. |
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