The word "colypeptic" may look confusing to many readers with its unique spelling. Its pronunciation is /kəʊlɪˈpɛptɪk/. The word colypeptic refers to a medicine that is used to relieve indigestion or stimulates appetite. Although the word is not commonly used in everyday language, it is still an essential term in the field of medicine. As it is spelled with a "c" and not a "k," this word may be confused with the alternative variation "kalepeptic". However, "colypeptic" is the correct spelling.
Retarding or preventing digestion.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.