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Refers to antisense RNA strand because its sequence of nucleotides is the complement of message sense. When mRNA forms a duplex with a complementary antisense RNA sequence, translation of the mRNA into the protein is blocked. This may slow or halt the growth of cancer cells. A strand of DNA that has the same sequence…

Inhibiting or diminishing secretion.  

A substance or plant rich in vitamin C that is used to counteract scurvy. Substance that prevents scurvy, usually one that contains vitamin C. A substance used to prevent or relieve scurvy. An herb that acts as a preventative of scurvy, a diseased condition of the blood arising from vitamin C deficiency. An agent effective…

Relieving or preventing rheumatism. Substance that eases, prevents, or reduces rheumatic symptoms. Relieving or preventing rheumatism. An agent used to alleviate rheumatism; may also be used to slow down the progression of some autoimmune diseases. A substance that relieves the symptoms of rheumatism. Agent that relieves rheumatic problems. Preventing or relieving rheumatism.  

A substance that reduces fever or quells it. Also known as antithermic. A substance used to reduce body temperature and quell fever. A drug that reduces fever by lowering the body temperature. Several analgesic drugs have antipyretic activity, including aspirin, mefanamic acid, paracetamol, and phenylbutazone. A medicine which tends to reduce or prevent a fever.…

A substance that alleviates or prevents itching. Agent that relieves sensation of itching or prevents its occurrence. A drug that relieves persistent itching, or pruritis, by reducing inflammation or numbing nerve impulses. Pharmacological agents that prevent or reduce itching. An agent that relieves itching (pruritus). Examples are calamine and crotamiton, applied in creams or lotions,…

Suppressing the growth or reproduction of protozoa. Tending to destroy or inhibit the growth of protozoans.  

Drug to treat the prostate.  

Preventing or inhibiting the reproduction of similar cells. Counteracting a process of proliferation. Pertaining to the use of a substance or substances to inhibit the growth of malignant cells. Inhibiting cell growth.  

Suppressing or destroying plasmodia. Directed or effective against the malarial parasites (Plasmodium species).