chrysarobin

[ kris-uh-roh-bin ]

/ ˌkrɪs əˈroʊ bɪn /

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noun Pharmacology.

a mixture of compounds obtained from Goa powder, used in the treatment of psoriasis and other skin conditions.

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Origin of chrysarobin

First recorded in 1885–90; chrys- + (ar)arob(a) + -in²

Words nearby chrysarobin

-chroous, chrys-, chrysalid, chrysalis, chrysanthemum, chrysarobin, chryselephantine, Chryse Planitia, Chrysippus, Chrysler, chryso-

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How to use chrysarobin in a sentence

Succedaneum for Chrysarobin; very active reducer or "reactive."
Merck's 1899 Manual|Merck & Co.
It is less rapid than chrysarobin, but it rarely inflames the surrounding integument.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin|Henry Weightman Stelwagon
Pyrogallol is valuable, and is employed in the same manner and strength as chrysarobin.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin|Henry Weightman Stelwagon
Chrysarobin is a valuable remedy, but must be used with caution; it may be employed as an ointment, five to ten per cent.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin|Henry Weightman Stelwagon

On the same general plan and with the same remedies (excepting chrysarobin) as in ringworm of the scalp.
Essentials of Diseases of the Skin|Henry Weightman Stelwagon

British Dictionary definitions for chrysarobin

chrysarobin

/ (ˌkrɪsəˈrəʊbɪn) /

noun

a tasteless odourless powder containing anthraquinone derivatives of araroba, formerly used medicinally to treat chronic skin conditions

Word Origin for chrysarobin

C20: from chryso- (referring to its golden colour) + araroba + -in

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