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ALOE EMODIN

\ˈalə͡ʊ ɪmˈɒdɪn], \ˈalə‍ʊ ɪmˈɒdɪn], \ˈa_l_əʊ ɪ_m_ˈɒ_d_ɪ_n]\

Definitions of ALOE EMODIN

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Purgative anthraquinone found in several plants, especially Rhamnus frangula. It was formerly used as a laxative, but is now used mainly as tool in toxicity studies.

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