A substance that induces perspiration. Also called sudorific.
Any substance that, after being consumed, promotes perspiration (usually drunk as a tea).
A perspiration-promoting herb. Also known as a sudorific.
A substance that increases perspiration, either by (I) dilating the peripheral blood vessels, (2) directly stimulating by drug action the nerves that affect the sweat glands, or by (3) introducing a volatile oil into the bloodstream that performs both tasks. (Examples of the three types: (I) California Bayberry, (2) Desert Milkweed, (3) Wild Ginger.)
Drugs that promote perspiration as a result of stimulation of the sweat glands.
A drug that causes an increase in sweating, such as pilocarpine, which stimulates the sweat glands directly. Antipyretic drugs also have diaphoretic activity, which helps reduce the body temperature in fevers.
Increases perspiration. Aids in removing toxins and wastes through the skin.
Promoting sweating. Commonly used as an aid for relief of the common cold.
An agent that promotes perspiration by relaxing pores and increasing elimination through the skin.
A substance that promotes perspiration and helps control body temperature.
Enhances sweating, assisting in the elimination of toxins and waste via the skin.