melanagogue (Meaning)
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melanagogue (n.)
A medicine supposed to expel black bile or choler.
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A medicine supposed to expel black bile or choler.
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Melatagogues, substances that increase the flow of black bile, were used in ancient medicine to treat various ailments.
The plant extract senna is a natural melanagogue that has been used for centuries to relieve constipation.
Some herbs, such as dandelion root and turmeric, have mild melanagogue properties.
In traditional Chinese medicine, melanagogues are used to balance the liver and gallbladder.
