stomachic

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Apparently this was very distressful to the defendant, for he was instantly seized with violent stomachic pains.

From Cupid in Africa by Wren, P. C.

It is aromatic, sudorific, and stomachic, and grows very well in this country.

From Hand-Book of Practical Cookery for Ladies and Professional Cooks by Blot, Pierre

They are intended for desserts, and are also useful as a stomachic, to carry in the pocket on journeys, and for gouty stomachs.

From The Cook and Housekeeper's Complete and Universal Dictionary; Including a System of Modern Cookery, in all Its Various Branches, Adapted to the Use of Private Families by Eaton, Mary, fl. 1823-1849

Its chief use is as a condiment or spice, but as an aromatic and stomachic medicine it is also used internally.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" by Various

Lady Janet was meanwhile deep in the formation of a stomachic, which, judging from the maid's face as she tasted it, must needs have been of the pungent order.

From Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) by Lever, Charles James