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Croton Oil
(redirected from Croton Liniment)

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croton oil [′krōt·ən ‚ȯil]
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A yellow-brown oil obtained from the seeds of theCroton tiglium;used as a purgative and as a substitute for castor oil.

Croton Oil 

a thick brownish or yellow liquid obtained from the seeds of the purging croton (Croton tiglium). Croton oil acts as a strong cathartic and irritates the skin and mucous membranes. Even in small doses (over 20 drops), it can be fatal.



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