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Digitalis - GCSE Biology Definition

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Digitalis is a medicine made from the leaves of the foxglove plant, and it is used mainly to treat heart problems. It helps the heart to pump more strongly and regularly, which is important for people with certain heart conditions. In the GCSE Biology course, you learn that Digitalis can increase the force of heart contractions and improve blood circulation. However, it needs to be used carefully because taking the wrong amount can be harmful. Digitalis is a good example of how chemicals from plants can be used to make medicines that help human health.

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Reviewer: Lára Marie McIvor

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