Diaphoretic (Noun)
Meaning
Used to produce perspiration.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Doctors sometimes prescribe diaphoretic medication to help treat fever in patients.
- The use of a diaphoretic in herbal teas has been known for centuries to aid in cleansing the body.
- She decided to take diaphoretic herbs to purify her skin through excessive sweating.
- Diaphoretic substances such as those containing alcohol are often used in pharmaceutical applications.
- After consulting the doctor, he was given a diaphoretic to stimulate the body's natural sweating process.