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NUX VOMICA

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Nux Vomica.

Nux Vomica - as a noun

A medicine made from the seeds of an asiatic tree; contains strychnine and brucine; formerly used as a stimulant

Example Sentences

"The seeds of nux vomica contain strychnine, which is a deadly poison when consumed in large amounts."
"Some people believe that nux vomica can help with indigestion and stomach pain."
"The use of nux vomica in traditional medicine dates back centuries."
"The active ingredients in nux vomica are often diluted to extremely small amounts in homeopathy."
"Excessive consumption of nux vomica can lead to muscle spasms and respiratory failure."
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