cathartic

CHEBI:CHEBI_75325

Definition

Any substance that accelerates defecation. Compare with laxatives, which are substances that ease defecation (usually by softening faeces). A substance can be both a laxative and a cathartic.

Alternative Names

  • cathartics

Treatment Applications

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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Additional Identifiers

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Additional References

Wikipedia:Cathartic

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