An agent that prevents or relieves flatulence (gas in the gastrointestinal tract) and, in infants, may help in the treatment of colic. The origin of the word "carminative" is particularly curious. It was borrowed from the French carminatif (masc.), carminative (fem.). Virtually all English-language dictionaries state that the French took [..]

early 15c., from Latin carminat- (past participle stem of carminare "to card," from carmen, genitive carminis, "a card for wool or flax," which is related to carrere "to card; [..]

(n) medication that prevents the formation of gas in the alimentary tract or eases its passing(adj) relieving gas in the alimentary tract (colic or flatulence or griping)

An herb said to expel gas from the digestive system, easing stomach discomfort.

causing the release of stomach or intestinal gas

Agent relieving flatulence or gas.

Relieves, improves digestion and relieves flatus and colic while promoting peristalsis.