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keratolytic /ker·a·to·lyt·ic/ (ker″ah-to-lit´ik) pertaining to, characterized by, or producing keratolysis, or an agent that so acts.

Keratolytic

An agent that dissolves or breaks down the outer layer of skin (keratins).

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keratolytic [ker″ah-to-lit´ik]

1. pertaining to or promoting keratolysis.

2. an agent that so acts.

keratolytic

1. pertaining to or promoting keratolysis.

2. an agent that promotes keratolysis.

keratolytic

adjective Referring to a keratolytic agent, noun Keratolytic agent
A substance that promotes the softening and peeling of epidermis–eg, diluted topical salicylic acid to ↓ the thickness of laminated keratin or hyperkeratotic scales–eg, in psoriasis

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