Emodine

Authors:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 25.04.2024

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Term used in naturopathy for 1,8-dihydroxy derivatives of anthraquinones with a laxative effect. See also aloe-emodin.
Examples of substances from the emodin group:

  • Aloe-emodin (see below Aloe)
  • Rhine
  • Rheum-(Frangula)Emodin
  • Dantron

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Last updated on: 25.04.2024