Biologically Active Substance
emodin Audio
[ eh-moh-din ]
Subclass of:
Anthraquinones
Definitions related to emodin:
  • A substance found in certain plants, including aloe vera. It belongs to a family of compounds called anthraquinones, which have shown anti-inflammatory and anticancer effects.
    NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • Purgative anthraquinone found in several plants, especially RHAMNUS PURSHIANA. It was formerly used as a laxative, but is now used mainly as a tool in toxicity studies.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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