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prokinetic

English

Etymology

pro- +? kinetic

Adjective

prokinetic (not comparable)

  1. (pharmacology) Having the ability to induce motion in smooth muscles, especially those of the digestive system; gastrokinetic
  2. Relating to prokinesis

Translations

Noun

prokinetic (plural prokinetics)

  1. (pharmacology) One of the class of drugs used on the digestive system, including all drugs whose primary effect is to augment the speed of intestinal transit by increasing the frequency of contractions in the small intestine or making them stronger, but without disrupting their rhythm.

Translations

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laxative

English

Etymology

From Middle French laxatif, from Latin lax?t?vus (literally relaxing, loosening)

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /?læk.s?.t?v/

Adjective

laxative (comparative more laxative, superlative most laxative)

  1. Having the effect of moving the bowels, or aiding digestion and preventing constipation.

Translations

See also

  • minorative (gently laxative)

Noun

laxative (plural laxatives)

  1. Any substance, such as a food or in the form of a medicine which has a laxative effect.

Coordinate terms

  • carminative – gas
  • diuretic — urination

Translations

See also

  • minorative (a gentle laxative)

French

Adjective

laxative

  1. feminine singular of laxatif

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