chrysarobin

chrysarobin

(ˌkrɪsəˈrəʊbɪn)

n

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

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

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chrys•a•ro•bin

(ˌkrɪs əˈroʊ bɪn)

n.

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

[1885–90; chrys- + (ar) arob (a) + -in¹]

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chrysarobin - a bitter yellow powder used to treat skin diseases araroba, Goa powder powder - any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder

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