veratrin Chem.
(ˈvɛrətrɪn)
[f. as next + -in1. Cf. F. vératrin.]
a. = veratrine. b. Veratrum-resin (Watts, 1868).
| 1830 Lindley Nat. Syst. Bot. 272 The medicinal properties of the root of Veratrum are owing to a peculiar alkaline principle, called Veratrin. 1866 Aitken Pract. Med. II. 730 Of all remedies, digitalis, aconite, and veratrin are the most useful in tranquilizing the action of the heart. 1899 Allbutt's Syst. Med. VIII. 726 Ergot, aconite, veratrin,..and many others have been prescribed. |