plantago seed

seed (sēd)

1. the mature ovule of a flowering plant.

2. a small cylindrical shell of gold or other suitable material, used in application of radiation therapy.

3. to inoculate a culture medium with microorganisms.

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grape seed  a preparation of the seeds of grapes, having antioxidant, antimutagenic, and antiinflammatory properties; used for the prevention of atherosclerosis and cancer and in folk medicine for the treatment of circulatory disorders.

plantago seed , psyllium seed cleaned, dried ripe seed of species of Plantago; used as a bulk-forming laxative.

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plantago seed

[plantā′gō]

a bulk-forming laxative derived from Plantago psyllium seeds.

indications It is prescribed in the treatment of constipation and nonspecific diarrhea.

contraindications Symptoms of appendicitis, intestinal obstruction, or GI ulceration prohibit its use.

adverse effects Among the more serious adverse effects are intestinal obstruction and allergic reactions.

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seed [sēd]

1. the mature ovule of a flowering plant.

2. semen.

3. a small cylindrical shell of gold or other suitable material, used in application of radiation therapy.

4. to inoculate a culture medium with microorganisms.

plantago seed (plantain seed) (psyllium seed) cleaned, dried ripe seed of species of Plantago; used as a bulk-forming laxative.

radon seed a small sealed container for radon, for insertion into the tissues of the body in radiotherapy.