Term describing actions

Question 1

Adaptogen

Answer 1

Also called Tonic

generally strengthens the body systems

Question 2

Asian ginseng and Siberian ginseng are usually described using what term In botanical medicine?

Answer 2

Adaptogen

Question 3

Analgesic

Answer 3

reduces or relieves pain

Question 4

Anodyne

Answer 4

pain relieving, not as potent than anesthetic or narcotic

Question 5

Antihelmintic

Answer 5

also called Vermifuge

expels or destroys intestinal worms

Question 6

Antipyretic

Answer 6

also Febrifuge

reduces or prevents fever

Question 7

Antispasmodic

Answer 7

relieves spasms or cramps

Question 8

Aphrodisiac

Answer 8

increases sexual desire or potency

Question 9

Astringent

Answer 9

contracts or shrinks tissues; used to decrease secretions or control bleeding

Question 10

Witch hazel and horse chestnut are described using what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 10

Astringent

Question 11

Bitter tonic

Answer 11

possesses an acrid, astringent or disagreeable taste that stimulates flow of saliva and gastric juices

Question 12

Gentian root described using what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 12

Bitter tonic

Question 13

Calmative

Answer 13

mild sedative or hypnotic properties

Question 14

Carminative

Answer 14

stops the formation of intestinal gas and helps expel gas that has already formed

Question 15

Peppermint snd chamomile are described under what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 15

Carminative

Question 16

Cathartic

Answer 16

also called Purgative
- powerfully activates intestinal peristalsis, used to relieve severe constipation
(compare Laxative)

Question 17

Cholegogue

Answer 17

also called Choleretic

- stimulates secretion and release of bile

Question 18

Dandelion root is described under what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 18

Cholegogue

Question 19

Choleretic

Answer 19

see Cholegogue

Question 20

Counterirritant

Answer 20

causes a distracting irritation intended to relieve another irritation

Question 21

Demulcent

Answer 21

soothes irritated tissue, especially mucous membranes

Question 22

Slippery elm and Aloe leaf are described under what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 22

Demulcent

Question 23

Diaphoretic

Answer 23

promotes sweating

Question 24

Diuretic

Answer 24

promotes urine production and flow

Question 25

Emetic

Answer 25

induces vomiting

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Emollient

Answer 26

softens or soothes skin

Question 27

Expectorant

Answer 27

increases bronchial secretions and facilitates their expulsion through coughing, spitting or sneezing

Question 28

Febrifuge

Answer 28

see Antipyretic

Question 29

Galactogogue

Answer 29

increases secretion of milk

Question 30

Hepatic

Answer 30

affects the liver

Question 31

Laxative

Answer 31

gently promotes bowel movements

Question 32

Senna, cascara and psyllium are described with what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 32

Laxative

Question 33

Nervine

Answer 33

calms nervousness, tension or excitement

Question 34

Pectoral

Answer 34

relieves ailments of the chest and lungs

Question 35

Purgative

Answer 35

see Cathartic

Question 36

Sedative

Answer 36

reduces nervous tension; usually stronger than a calmative

Question 37

Valerian is described with what term in botanical medicine?

Answer 37

Sedative

Question 38

Soporific

Answer 38

induces sleep

Question 39

Stimulant

Answer 39

excites or quickens a process or activity of the body

Question 40

Stomachic

Answer 40

gives strength and tone to the stomach or stimulates the appetite by promoting digestive secretions

Question 41

Tonic

Answer 41

see Adaptogen

Question 42

Vermifuge

Answer 42

see Antihelmintic