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13. Caustic (corrosive) A tropical agent that causes the destruction of tissues at the site of application. 24. Cholagogue A medication used to increase the flow of bile. 25. Colitis Inflammation of the colon (large intestine). 26. Conjunctivitis Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining th...

13. Caustic (corrosive) A tropical agent that causes the destruction of tissues at the site of application. 24. Cholagogue A medication used to increase the flow of bile. 25. Colitis Inflammation of the colon (large intestine). 26. Conjunctivitis Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the inner surface of the eyelids and covering the part of the eyeball, 17. Contraceptive An agent that prevents the passage of active spermatozoa from the vagina into the uterus. 14. Cystitis Inflammation of the urinary bladder 29. Demulcent A protective agent which is employed primarily to alleviate irritation, particularly of mucous membranes or abraded tissues. They are also often applied to the skin. 30. Deodorant A substance that masks offensive odors, 31. Depilatories Preparations used to remove hair from the body. 32. Dermatitis Inflammation of the skin. 33. Diaphoretic An agent used to promote sweating or perspiration. 34. Dysmenorrhea Painful or difficult menstruation. 35. Emollient A bland, fatty, or oleaginous substance which may be applied locally, particularly to the skin and also to mucous membranes or abraded tissors. 36. Enzymes or Biocatalysts Proteins whose biological function is the catalysis (hastening) of chemical reactions in living system that are highly specific. 37. Expectorant A drug that increases respiratory tract secretions, lowers their viscosity, and promotes the removal 38. Fungicide An agent that kills both pathogenic and non-pathogenic fungi 39. Galactagogue An agent that promotes the secretion of milk 40. Gastritis Inflammation of the stomach. 41. Gingivitis Inflammation of gums. 42. Hematinic An agent that increases the hemoglobin content of the blood through erythrocytes. 43. Infection The invasion and multiplication of a pathogen into the body of men and animals. 44. Insomnia A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep. 45. Meningitis Inflammation of the membrane covering the brain and the spinal cord, 46. Nephritis Inflammation of the kidney. 47. Neuritis Inflammation of the nerves. 48. Oxytocics Drugs that stimulate the smooth muscles of the uterus. 49. Palliative A medication given to relieve, nor to cure of a form of treatment directed toward relief rather than a cure, as in some cases of extensive cancer. 50. Phlebitis Inflammation of the veins. 51. Rhinitis Inflammation of the nose. 52. Stomatitis Inflammation of the mouth.