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cathartics

noun

plural of cathartic

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a substance used to induce or speed up the process of defecation Epsom salts, when ingested, act as a cathartic.

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From premium pet food to medical care Whether GLP-1 drugs eventually become commonplace in veterinary medicine remains uncertain.

— Elsa Ohlen,Carolin Roth, CNBC, 18 July 2026
The Fort Worth Police Department arrested three men on narcotics charges after seizing a large amount of drugs from their homes, police said.

— Mary Ella Hastings July 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026

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Treatment methods Before prescribing TRT, doctors generally look for potentially reversible or temporary factors, including obesity, certain medications, untreated obstructive sleep apnea, acute illness and excessive alcohol use.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
Upon their arrival, Sarah and Kevin Lockwood help their son, who has several diagnoses including cerebral palsy, into his wheelchair and unload his bags of clothes and medications.

— Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 20 July 2026

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Peptide therapeutics are medicines made from short chains of amino acids, including some GLP-1 obesity and diabetes drugs that mimic a natural hormone to reduce appetite and regulate blood sugar.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 20 July 2026
Things like air filters, cycling air in buildings and cars, checking window seals, stocking up on face masks, and keeping vigilant on medical needs and medicines are all things people need to pay attention to and practice.

— Anjalee Khemlani, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of medicines

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Those figures include pharmaceuticals, devices and services, not supplements alone.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
Among the agency’s global priorities, are strengthening supply chains for critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, agricultural inputs such as fertilizer and crop protection.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

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The green light doesn’t require any divestitures, behavioral remedies or concessions.

— Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 13 July 2026
Several inexpensive chemical and natural DIY remedies can remove clothes moths; try all of them before seeking professional help.

— Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026

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