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What is the definition or description of: analgesic?
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Pain reliever: An analgesic is any member of the group of drugs used to relieve pain (achieve analgesia).
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Analgesics: Analgesia is derived from the greek words ANA (without) & lgesia (pain). They are drugs used to relieve pain.
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