aperient
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Saline, sā′līn, or sā-līn′, adj. consisting of, or containing, salt: partaking of the qualities of salt.—n. an effervescent powder used as a gentle aperient: a salt-spring.—ns.
From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 4 of 4: S-Z and supplements) by Various
The above aperient may then be ventured on with safety.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George
Bleed freely; diminish the quantity of food; and give an active aperient every second day.
From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Jennings, Robert
This medicine is rather constipating; a slight aperient, if only a dose of Carlsbad salts before breakfast or a seidlitz powder, may be taken to counteract it in this respect.
From Boating by Woodgate, W. B.
Senna A safe and efficient aperient for cattle may be made by infusing an ounce of senna in a quart of boiling water.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by Dadd, George
