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Antipyretic

Reduces fever by reducing production of heat at its centers; destroying fever toxins; sweating to increase the loss of heat; drawing out the heat. Same as febrifuge or refrigerant. Examples: amalaki, black pepper, nirgundi, safflower and sandalwood.

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