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Definition of Allantoin

1. n. A crystalline, transparent, colorless substance found in the allantoic liquid of the fetal calf; -- formerly called allantoic acid and amniotic acid.

Definition of Allantoin

1. Noun. (biochemistry) A diureide of glyoxylic acid, used in various pharmaceutical and cosmetic products; or a derivative of this compound ¹

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Definition of Allantoin

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Medical Definition of Allantoin

1. Any of many nitrogen-containing organic compounds which are found in some plants and in the urine of some mammals. Allantoin is used to treat wounds and ulcers. (09 Oct 1997)

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