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Definition of Alexiteric

Alexiteric
Alexiteric A*lex`i*ter"ic, Alexiterical A*lex`i*ter"ic*al, a. [Gr. ? fit to keep off or help, fr. ? one who keeps off, helper; ? to keep off: cf. F. alexit[`e]re.] (Med.) Resisting poison; obviating the effects of venom; alexipharmic.
Alexiteric
Alexiteric A*lex`i*ter"ic, n. [Gr. ? a remedy, an amulet: cf. F. alexit[`e]re, LL. alexiterium.] (Med.) A preservative against contagious and infectious diseases, and the effects of poison in general. --Brande & C.

Meaning of Alexiteric from wikipedia

- An antidote is a substance that can counteract a form of poisoning. The term ultimately derives from the Gr**** term φάρμακον ἀντίδοτον (pharmakon antidoton)...
- anthelmintic.[citation needed] It has been used as a laxative and an alexiteric. The sap is used to treat acne and head lice.[citation needed] In a pregnant...
- in: R.Warner - B.S.Williams: The Orchid Album (1882-1897) The roots are alexiteric and antipyretic; useful in dyspepsia, bronchitis, inflammations, piles...
- anti-bacterial properties. According to Ayurveda, the plant is anthelmintic, alexiteric, restorative, and antipyretic. The leaves and the root have been used...
- Medicinal Plants of Latin America lists the following medicinal activities: alexiteric, anti-HIV, diap****tic, diuretic, emmenaggogue, febrifuge, leihmanicide...
- America lists the following medicinal activities of Dorstenia contrajerva: alexiteric, anti-HIV, diap****tic, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, leishmanicide...