| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Kapok | a soft downy substance used for stuffing pillows, etc. |
| Ketonuria | Presence of ketone in the urine. |
| Lachrymatory | An agent that induces the flow of tears. |
| Lactagogue | Galactagogue. |
| Lactifuge | an agent that checks the secretion of milk. |
| Lactogogue | a substance which stimulates the flow of milk.. |
| Laryngitis | Inflammation of the larynx. |
| Laxative | a substance which helpe evacuate the bowels. |
| Leishmaniasis | a tropical disease transmitted by flies. |
| Leprosy | Chronic contagious diseases due to infection with Lepra bacillus. |