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Definition of Cholagogue
1. a. Promoting the discharge of bile from the system.
Definition of Cholagogue
1. Noun. (obsolete medicine) Any agent that promotes the discharge of bile. ¹
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Medical Definition of Cholagogue
1. 1. An agent that promotes the flow of bile into the intestine, especially as a result of contraction of the gallbladder. 2. Relating to such an agent or effect. Synonym: cholagogic. Origin: chol-+ G. Agogos, drawing forth (05 Mar 2000)