antitussive

antitussive的音标为[ˌæntɪˈtjuːsɪv] ，基本翻译为“镇咳药”，速记技巧为：镇咳药-抗组胺药（H1受体阻断剂）可以抑制咳嗽反射。

Antitussive这个词源自希腊语，意为“抑制咳嗽的”。其变化形式包括复数形式“antitussives”和过去式和过去分词形式“antitussed”。

相关单词：

1. codeine：可待因，一种常用的止咳药，属于阿片类药物，具有镇咳和镇痛的作用。

2. dextromethorphan：右美沙芬，一种非麻醉性的镇咳药，主要通过抑制咳嗽中枢发挥镇咳作用。

3. atropine：阿托品，一种生物碱，具有广泛的生理作用，包括减少咳嗽。

以上这些药物都是通过不同的机制抑制咳嗽，帮助患者缓解咳嗽症状。然而，这些药物都应在医生的指导下使用，因为它们可能产生副作用，甚至成瘾性。同时，对于严重的咳嗽，可能需要考虑其他治疗方法，如抗生素的使用等。

常用短语：

1. antitussive therapy

2. antitussive drugs

3. cough suppressants

4. cough suppressing agents

5. cough suppressing medication

6. antitussive agents

7. cough suppressing therapy

双语例句：

1. Antitussive drugs are commonly used to suppress coughing.

2. Cough suppressants are effective in relieving coughing symptoms.

3. I take antitussive therapy regularly to prevent frequent coughing attacks.

4. Antitussive agents work by reducing the activity of cough reflex neurons.

5. Antitussive drugs can be effective in relieving chronic coughing symptoms.

6. Cough suppressing therapy is an effective treatment for coughing problems.

7. I have been taking antitussive medication for years and it has helped me to manage my coughing symptoms better.

英文小作文：

Coughing is a common problem that can affect people of all ages, especially during cold and flu season. Antitussive drugs are commonly used to suppress coughing and help alleviate the discomfort caused by coughing. However, it is important to use these drugs appropriately and under the guidance of a healthcare professional to avoid potential side effects and risks. In addition, lifestyle changes such as staying hydrated, getting enough rest, and avoiding exposure to irritants can also help to reduce the frequency and severity of coughing symptoms. By managing coughing effectively, we can improve our quality of life and reduce the impact of coughing on our daily activities and work.