Glossary

Oxford University Press eBooks 2026

View at publisher
Authors: Allen J. Wilcox
DOI: 10.1093/med/9780198931898.002.0009
Cited by: 0

Abstract

313AbortifacientA substance (usually oral) that induces abortion. There is a long history of herbal and other remedies with supposed abortifacient effects;

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reproductive Health and Contraception Historical Studies on Reproduction Gender Health and Societal Changes Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Oxford University Press eBooks
Pages
313–322
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN