Relaxant

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010170",
  "term": "Relaxant",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A substance that reduces tension or stiffness in muscles or other tissues. These agents act on the central nervous system or directly on muscle fibers to induce a state of relaxation. Examples include muscle relaxants used to alleviate spasms and anxiolytics that reduce psychological tension.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 901 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/relaxant/"
}