Full Definition of PROVOKE. transitive verb. 1. a archaic: to arouse to a feeling or action b: to incite to anger. 2.â proÂ·vokÂ·er noun. See provoke defined for English-language learners.See provoke defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT.rovoke, excite, stimulate, pique, quicken mean to arouse as if by pricking. provoke directs attention to the response called forth. excite implies a stirring up or moving profoundly. stimulate suggests a rousing out of lethargy, quiescence, or indifference. pique suggests stimulating by mild irritation or challenge.
Icar-C oral Side Effects Constipation, diarrhea, or upset stomach may occur. These effects are usually temporary and may disappear as your body adjusts to this medication.
The most common side effects of niacin are: stomach upset, flushing, headache, reduced blood pressure upon standing (orthostatic hypotension), vomiting, diarrhea, itching and ; tingling sensations of the extremities. Flushing may be reduced by taking 325 mg of aspirin 30 minutes before the niacin and by increasing the dose of niacin slowly.