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expectorant
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ex·pec·to·rant  (k-spktr-nt)
adj.
Promoting or facilitating the secretion or expulsion of phlegm, mucus, or other matter from the respiratory tract.
n.
An expectorant medicine.

expectorant Med
Adjective
helping to bring up phlegm from the respiratory passages
Noun
an expectorant medicine

expectorant  (k-spktr-nt)
A drug that promotes the discharge of phlegm or mucus from the respiratory tract.

expectorant
any medicine that assists the coughing up of phlegm, mucus, etc., from the chest.
See also: Remedies
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.expectorant - a medicine promoting expectoration
medicament, medication, medicinal drug, medicine - (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease
Robitussin - trade name of an expectorant that loosens phlegm and makes it easier to cough up

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Anise and mullein, in tea form, are both natural expectorants.
Analgesics offer relief from discomfort; expectorants may help expel the virus quicker.
Specific drugs include the antitussives, decongestants, antihistamines, and expectorants.
 
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