Psoralen

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.

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pso·ra·len (sôr-ln)

n.

Any of a group of chemical compounds found naturally in certain plants that are used in the treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo.

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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

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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.