Terms

Question 1

generally strengthens the body systems

Answer 1

Adaptogen (AKA tonic)

Question 2

reduces or relieves pain

Answer 2

Analgesic

Question 3

pain relieving, not as potent as anesthetic or narcotic.

Answer 3

Anodyne

Question 4

expels or destroys intestinal worms

Answer 4

Antihelmintic (AKA vermifuge)

Question 5

reduces or prevents fever

Answer 5

Antipyretic (febrifuge)

Question 6

relieves spasms or cramps

Answer 6

Antispasmodic

Question 7

increases sexual desire or potency

Answer 7

Aphrodisiac

Question 8

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

Answer 8

Astringent

Question 9

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

Answer 9

Bitter tonic

Question 10

mild sedative or hypnotic properties

Answer 10

Calmative

Question 11

stops the formation of intestinal gas and helps expel gas that has already formed. EX: peppermint and chamomile

Answer 11

Carminative

Question 12

powerfully activates intestinal peristalsis, used to relieve severe constipation

Answer 12

Cathartic (AKA purgative)

Question 13

stimulates secretion and release of bile

Answer 13

Cholegogue (AKA choleretic)

Question 14

causes a distracting irritation intended to relieve another irritation

Answer 14

Counterirritant

Question 15

soothes irritated tissue, especially mucous membranes. EX: Aloe, slippery elm

Answer 15

Demulcent

Question 16

promotes sweating

Answer 16

Diaphoretic

Question 17

promotes urine production and flow

Answer 17

Diuretic

Question 18

Induces vomitting

Answer 18

Emetic

Question 19

softens or soothes skin

Answer 19

Emollient

Question 20

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

Answer 20

Expectorant

Question 21

increases secretion of milk

Answer 21

Galactogogue

Question 22

affects the liver

Answer 22

Hepatic

Question 23

gently promotes bowel movements

Answer 23

Laxative

Question 24

calms nervousness, tension or excitement

Answer 24

Nervine

Question 25

relieves ailments of the chest and lungs

Answer 25

Pectoral

Question 26

Reduces nervous tension, usually stronger than a calmative

Answer 26

Sedative

Question 27

Induces sleep

Answer 27

Soporific

Question 28

excites or quickens a process or activity of the body

Answer 28

Stimulant

Question 29

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

Answer 29

Stomachic