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Overview

Description:	A metallic element that has the atomic number 13, atomic symbol Al, and atomic weight 26.98. [PubChem]
Drug Type:	Small Molecule; Approved
Mechanism of Action:	Aluminum Acetate is an astringent. An astrignent is a chemical that tends to shrink or constrict body tissues, usually locally after topical medicinal application. The shrinkage or constriction is through osmotic flow of water (or other fluids) away from the area where the astringent was applied. Astringent medicines cause shrinkage of mucous membranes or exposed tissues and are often used internally to check discharge of blood serum or mucous secretions. This can happen with a sore throat, hemorrhages, diarrhea, or with peptic ulcers. Externally applied astringents, which cause mild coagulation of skin proteins, dry, harden, and protect the skin. Acne sufferers are often advised to use astringents if they have oily skin. Astringents also help heal stretch marks and other scars. Mild astringent solutions are used in the relief of such minor skin irritations as those resulting from superficial cuts, allergies, insect bites, or fungal infections such as athlete's foot.

Individual Studies
Acetaminophen effects in Rat Blood Rattus norvegicus \| RNA Expression Gene expression training data set from rat blood samples exposed to either 150, 1500 or 2500 mg/kg of APAP for 6, 12 or 24 hours. Authors: Bushel R Pierre, Heinloth N Alexandra, Paules S Richard Organization: NIEHS Microarray Group Bioinformatics P.…	Acetaminophen effects in Rat livers Rattus norvegicus \| RNA Expression Gene expression test data set from rat liver samples exposed to either 150, 1500 or 2000 mg/kg of APAP for 3, 6 or 24 hours. Authors: Bushel R Pierre, Heinloth N Alexandra, Paules S Richard Organization: NIEHS Microarray Group Bioinformatics P.…