Dakin's solution

British  

/ ˈdeɪkɪnz /

noun

1. a dilute solution containing sodium hypochlorite and boric acid, used as an antiseptic in the treatment of wounds

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Etymology

Origin of Dakin's solution

C20: named after Henry D. Dakin (1880–1952), English chemist

Example Sentences

Nurses create their own Dakin’s solution by boiling four cups of water for at least 15 minutes.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 8, 2023

Dakin’s solution is still sold in pharmacies today.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 2, 2022

Oral sepsis should, of course, be treated before operation and combated after operation by frequent brushing of the teeth and rinsing of the mouth with Dakin's solution, one part, to ten parts of peppermint water.

From Bronchoscopy and Esophagoscopy A Manual of Peroral Endoscopy and Laryngeal Surgery by Jackson, Chevalier

The wound is flushed every two hours with Dakin's solution.

From A Journey Through France in War Time by Butler, Joseph G. (Joseph Green)

To keep these tubes in place, a bandage wet with Dakin's solution is placed over them.

From A Journey Through France in War Time by Butler, Joseph G. (Joseph Green)