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Phenolphthalein

Medical Definition: An acid-base indicator which is colorless in acid solution, but turns pink to red as the solution becomes alkaline. It is used medicinally as a cathartic.
Guide Notes: PHENOLPHTHALEINS is also available
Also Called: Modane
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 77-09-8
Previously Indexed: Phenolphthaleins (1983-1998)

Phenolphthalein Medical Definitions and Terms

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