What is another word for counteractants?
Pronunciation: [kˈa͡ʊntəɹˌaktənts] (IPA) 
Counteractants are substances that offset the effects of another. There are several synonyms for this word, including antidotes, neutralizers, inhibitors, suppressants, and remedies. Antidotes are counteractants that specifically counteract the effects of poisonous substances. Neutralizers are substances that make something less acidic or alkaline. Inhibitors are substances that prevent or slow down a chemical reaction. Suppressants are substances that reduce the intensity or frequency of something. Remedies are substances or actions that provide relief from something unpleasant. These synonyms can be used interchangeably depending on the context in which they are being used.
