scillain (Meaning)
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scillain (n.)
A glucoside extracted from squill (Scilla) as a light porous substance.
Synonyms & Antonyms of scillain
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scillain Sentence Examples
- Scillain is a neurotoxin found in the venom of the Portuguese man-of-war.
- Scillain causes severe pain and can lead to tissue damage.
- Scillain acts by blocking voltage-gated sodium channels in nerve cells.
- The presence of scillain in jellyfish venom is a major contributor to envenomation severity.
- Scillain can also cause respiratory distress, cardiac arrhythmias, and, in severe cases, death.
- Treatment for scillain poisoning typically involves pain management, wound care, and supportive care.
- Scillain is a potent toxin that can have serious consequences.
- Scientists are researching scillain to develop new treatments for pain and other conditions.
- Scillain is a fascinating natural compound with both toxic and potentially therapeutic properties.
- Understanding the mechanism of action of scillain is crucial for developing effective treatments for jellyfish envenomation.
FAQs About the word scillain
A glucoside extracted from squill (Scilla) as a light porous substance.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Scillain is a neurotoxin found in the venom of the Portuguese man-of-war.
Scillain causes severe pain and can lead to tissue damage.
Scillain acts by blocking voltage-gated sodium channels in nerve cells.
The presence of scillain in jellyfish venom is a major contributor to envenomation severity.
