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Silymarin
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Definition 1
A substance obtained from milk thistle seeds that is being studied in the prevention of liver damage caused by certain cancer treatments. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
A mixture of flavonolignans isolated from the milk thistle plant Silybum marianum. Silymarin may act as an antioxidant, protecting hepatic cells from chemotherapy-related free radical damage. This agent may also promote the growth of new hepatic cells. (NCI Thesaurus)
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