These infectious agents derive their name from pico (small) and from RNA (because they contain ribonuleic acid). They are a group of viruses which includes the ENTEROVIRUSES and the RHINOVIRUSES.... picorna viruses
A stimulant laxative drug used to treat constipation and to empty the bowel prior to procedures such as X-ray, endoscopy, and surgery on the intestines. Side effects may include abdominal cramps and diarrhoea. The drug should be avoided in cases of intestinal obstruction.... sodium picosulfate
n. one of a group of small RNA-containing viruses (pico = small; hence pico-RNA-virus). The group includes *Coxsackie viruses, *polioviruses, and *rhinoviruses.... picornavirus
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