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coun·ter·ir·ri·tant   (koun'tər-îr'ĭ-tənt)   
n.  An agent that induces local inflammation to relieve inflammation in underlying or adjacent tissues.
adj.  Of or producing the effect of such an agent.
coun'ter·ir'ri·ta'tion (-tā'shən) n.
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Main Entry: coun·ter·ir·ri·ta·tion
Pronunciation: -"ir-&-'tA-sh&n
Function: noun
: the reaction produced bytreatment with a counterirritant; also : the treatment itself
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counterirritation coun·ter·ir·ri·ta·tion (koun'tər-ĭr'ĭ-tā'shən)
n.
Irritation or mild inflammation produced to relieve inflammation of underlying or adjacent tissues.

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