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gum Arabic solution

A solution containing the polymer gum acacia (gum Arabic), exuded from various acacia trees, especially from Acacia senegal (Leguminosae), with potential protective and anti-mucositis activities. Upon administration of the gum Arabic solution in the oral cavity, the polymer forms a protective barrier over the oral mucosa, which may prevent inflammation of the mucosal membranes and may decrease chemotherapy- and/or radiation-induced oral mucositis.

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Synonym:	acacia gum solution Acacia senegal Acacia senegal solution acacia solution gum acacia solution

gum Arabic solution

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