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Diaphoretic
A substance that increases perspiration, either by (1) dilating the peripheral blood vessels (Capsicum), (2) directly stimulating by drug action the nerves that affect the sweat glands (Asclepias tuberosa), or by (3) introducing a volatile oil into the bloodstream that performs both tasks (Asarum canadensis).
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