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purgatives

noun , plural of purgative

Synonyms and Antonyms of purgatives

a substance used to induce or speed up the process of defecation

In the past, purgatives were sometimes administered in cases of accidental poisoning.

Synonyms and Near Synonyms of purgatives

cures, drugs, medicaments, medications, medicinals, medicines, pharmaceuticals, physics, remedies, specifics

cure-alls, nostrums, panaceas

botanicals, patent medicines, prescriptions, prescription drugs

cordials, potions, tonics

miracle drugs, wonder drugs

caps, capsules, pills, tablets

syrups (also sirups), tinctures

antibiotics, antiseptics, sera (or serums)

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