phaseolamin


phaseolamin

 [fah-se″o-lam´in] 1. an alpha-amylase inhibitor purified from the kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris); it is the basis of starch-blocker tablets.2. an amylase" >α-amylase inhibitor purified from the kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris); it has been used in preparations alleged to enhance weight control by preventing absorption of ingested carbohydrate.