Tincture

usgb/ˈtɪŋktʃər/
noun

A type of medicine in which a small amount of a substance is mixed with alcohol.

The doctor prescribed a tincture of iodine to clean my wound.
Visual representation of "tincture" - A type of medicine in which a small amount of a substance is mixed with alcohol.

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  • tincture of iodine
  • tincture of arnica

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Alcohol Base

Tinctures in medicine often use alcohol to extract herbal compounds.

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The herbal tincture used alcohol to preserve and concentrate the plant's properties.
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Medicinal Use

Tinctures are commonly used for their therapeutic effects and are taken in small doses.

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She took a tincture of valerian root to help her sleep.
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Alternative Medicine

Tinctures are popular in alternative and herbal medicine for treating various ailments.

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He prefers using a tincture of echinacea to boost his immune system.
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