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Senna Extract

Medical Definition: Preparations of Cassia senna and C. angustifolia (see SENNA PLANT). They contain sennosides, which are anthraquinone type CATHARTICS and are used in many different preparations as laxatives.
Guide Notes: SENNA, the plant is also available
Also Called: Senokot
CAS Number: 8013-11-4

Senna Extract Medical Definitions and Terms

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