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AAdaptogenInvigorates or strengthens the system (aka - tonic). AlterativeHastens renewal of tissue. AnaestheticCauses temporary loss of bodily sensations. AnalgesicRelieves pain. AnodyneAlleviates pain, an analgesic. AnthelminticDestroys or expels intestinal worms. AntibacterialDestroys or stops the growth of bacteria. AntibioticKills microorganisms and cures infections. AntihypertensiveReduces high blood pressure. Anti-inflammatoryReduces inflammation. AntimutagenA substance that reduces or interferes with the mutagenic effects of another substance. AntioxidantAntioxidants have the ability to prevent oxidisation and neutralise free radicals. AntiperiodicPrevents the periodic return of disease, such as the use of quinine against malaria. AntiscorbuticPrevents or cures scurvy. AntisepticDestroys or inhibits the multiplication and growth of micro-organisms. Anti-spasmodicRelieves muscle spasms. Anti-viralCures infection or disease caused by a virus. AperientPromotes evacuation of the bowel (laxative, purgative or drastic purgative). AphrodisiacIncreases sexual exitement. AromaticHas a smell or aroma. AstringentContracts tissue, including blood vessels, lessening secretions. BBacteriostaticHampers the growth of bacteria. BitterTastes bitter and increases appetite, stomachic. CCardiacPertaining to the heart. CarminativeAlleviates flatulence and associated colic. CatharticEvacuates the bowel. CholagoguePromotes the flow of bile, thus aiding in digestion and constipation. ContraceptiveCapable of preventing conception. DDemulcentAlleviates irritation and soothes inflammation, especially of the mucous membranes, mucilaginous. DeobstruentClears obstructions. DetergentCleansing DiaphoreticIncreases perspiration and sweating. DiureticIncreases the flow of urine. EEmeticCauses vomiting. EmmenagogueHelps menstrual dishcharge. EmollientSoftens and soothes skin or mucous membranes. ExpectorantPromotes secretion from the respiratory tract by coughing. FFebrifugeReduces fever. GGalactogogueIncreases the flow of milk. HHaemostaticStops bleeding. HepaticPertaining to the liver. HypnoticPromotes sleep which resembles natural sleep. HypotensiveReduces blood pressure. IInsecticideKills insects. IrritantCauses irritation. JKLLaxativeMild aperient to evacuate the bowel. MMucilaginousMoist or sticky. MutagenAn agent, such as a chemical, ultraviolet light, or a radioactive element, that can induce or increase the frequency of mutation in an organism. MydriaticCauses dilation of the pupil of the eye. NNarcoticPromotes unusually deep sleep. NephriticPertaining to the kidney. NervineHelps restore nerves. NutritiveNourishing. OPParasiticideKills parasites. PectoralPertaining to the chest or breast. PurgativeCauses evacuation of fluid excrement. QRRefrigerantCooling. RelaxantRelaxes and relieves tension ResolventReduces inflammation. RubefacientCauses redness and often blisters the skin. SSedativeLessens activity, including anxiety and tension. StimulantExcites or increases functions. StomachicIncreases the appetite. StypticStops bleeding. SudorificCauses perspiration and sweating. TTaeniacideDestroys or expels tapeworm. TonicStrengthens and improves vigour and well being. UVVesicantCauses blistering, rubefacient. VulneraryAids the healing of wounds. WXYZ |
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