chrysarobin [kris-uh-roh-bin] ExamplesWord Origin noun Pharmacology.
- a mixture of compounds obtained from Goa powder, used in the treatment of psoriasis and other skin conditions.
Origin of chrysarobin First recorded in 1885–90; chrys- + (ar)arob(a) + -in2 Examples from the Web for chrysarobin Historical Examples of chrysarobin
Succedaneum for Chrysarobin; very active reducer or “reactive.”
Merck & Co.
The British pharmacopoeia has an ointment containing one part of chrysarobin and 24 of benzoated lard.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 4
Various
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
British Dictionary definitions for chrysarobin chrysarobin 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