Medical Definition of Botulinum toxins
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Toxins produced by clostridium botulinum. There are at least seven different substances, most being proteins. They have neuro-, entero-, and haemotoxic properties, are immunogenic, and include the most potent poisons known. The most commonly used apparently blocks release of acetylcholine at cholinergic synapses.
Pharmacological action: anti-dyskinesia agents.
(12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Botulinum Toxins
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