Dobell's solution

[ doh-belz ]

nounPharmacology.
  1. a clear, yellowish, aqueous solution of sodium borate, sodium bicarbonate, phenol, and glycerol, used chiefly as an antiseptic and astringent for the nose and throat.

Origin of Dobell's solution

1
Named after H. B. Dobell (1828–1917), English physician

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Dobell's solution

/ (ˈdəʊbəlz) /


noun
  1. a solution of sodium borate, sodium bicarbonate, phenol, and glycerol, used as an astringent or antiseptic wash for the throat and nose

Origin of Dobell's solution

1
C19: named after Horace B. Dobell (1828–1917), British physician

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