chrysarobin
/ˌkrɪsəˈroʊbɪn/
noun
- A bitter, yellow substance obtained from the wood of certain tropical trees, formerly used in medicine to treat skin conditions like psoriasis and ringworm.
- Chrysarobin was once a common treatment for fungal infections, though it is rarely used today.
- The doctor prescribed a cream containing chrysarobin for the patient's stubborn psoriasis.
- The pharmacist explained that chrysarobin can stain clothing and skin a dark brown color.