Deobstruents are medicines which remove obstructions, such as iodide of potash, &c.
875. Detergents
Detergents clean the surfaces over which they pass, such as soap, &c.
876. Diaphoretics
Diaphoretics produce perspiration, such as tartrate of antimony, James's powder, and camphor.
877. Digestives
Digestives are remedies applied to ulcers or wounds, to promote the formation of matter, such as resin, ointments, warm poultices, &c.