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A diaphoretic is a drug which increases perspiration. Diaphoretics found in nature include Aconite, Burdock, Catnip, Cayenne, Echinacea, Lobelia and Yarrow.


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Diaphoretic - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (48 words)
A diaphoretic is a drug which increases perspiration.
Diaphoretics found in nature include Aconite, Burdock, Catnip, Cayenne, Echinacea, Lobelia, Yarrow and Melaleuca.
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