"Soricine" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Soricine" Meaning

Soricine is a term from biochemistry that refers to a group of compounds found in the fluids of certain species of toads and frogs, particularly those in the genus Bufo. These compounds are obtained from the toxins found in the parotid glands of toads, which produce a milky fluid that deters predators. Soricine appears as a milky, caustic substance that can irritate skin and eyes.

"Soricine" Examples

Usage Examples for Soricine

Noun Form

The interest in natural products has led some companies to focus on development of soralen derivatives for its antipaludrine properties.
The drug was abandoned in 2008 due to lack of efficacy in phase II trials for its use in prophylactics as an anthelmintic.