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psoralen /psor·a·len/ (sor´ah-len) any of the constituents of certain plants (e.g., Psoralea corylifolia ) that have the ability to produce phototoxic dermatitis on subsequent exposure of the individual to sunlight; certain perfumes and drugs (e.g., methoxsalen) contain psoralens.
Psoralen A family of photosensitizing chemicals that can be found in lemons, celery, and other plants. Chemically synthesized versions are used to augment the effects of UVA light treatments. Mentioned in: Ultraviolet Light Treatment psoralen [sor´ah-len] any of the constituents of certain plants, such as Psoralea corylifolia, that have the ability to produce phototoxic dermatitis when an individual is first exposed to it and then to sunlight; certain perfumes and drugs, such as methoxsalen, contain psoralens.
psoralen a furanocoumarin, one of the constituents of certain plants (e.g. Psoralea corylifolia) that have the ability to produce phototoxic dermatitis in humans when an individual is first exposed to it and then to sunlight; certain perfumes and drugs (e.g. methoxsalen) contain psoralens.
psoralen Therapeutics A class of furocoumarins used to treat psoriasis and other skin conditions How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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