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mastic — Definition

Sakız / mastic
Mastic is a resin substance derived from the gum tree (Pistacia lentiscus). In traditional medicine, digestion system disorders are used in the treatment of stomach ulcer and gastritis. It also contains oral hygiene products thanks to antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Turkish
🇹🇷 Sakız
English
🇬🇧 mastic
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❓ What is Sakız?
Sakız; mastic is a resin substance derived from the gum tree (Pistacia lentiscus). In traditional medicine, digestion system disorders are used in the treatment of stomach ulcer and gastritis. It also contains oral hygiene products thanks to antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
❓ What is mastic in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "mastic" is Sakız.
❓ Which medical field is Sakız related to?
This term belongs to the Drugs category.