Spasmodic
noun
A medicine for suppressing spasms.
Synonyms: antispasmodic
adjective
Of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.
Convulsive; consisting of spasms.
“spasmodic asthma”
Intermittent or fitful; occurring in abrupt bursts.
“spasmodic zeal or industry”
Synonyms: patchy, stop-start