digoxin

English

/dɪˈd͡ʒɒk.sɪn/, /dɪˈd͡ʒɑk.sɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • (biochemistry) A poisonous compound present in the foxglove (Digitalis lanata) and other plants. It is a steroid glycoside and is used in small doses as a cardiac stimulant.

Etymology

Affix from English Digitalis lanata + English toxin.

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toxin

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