Seidlitz powders

American  

[sed-lits] / ˈsɛd lɪts /

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. a mild laxative consisting of tartaric acid, sodium bicarbonate, and Rochelle salt, which are dissolved separately, mixed, and drunk after effervescence.

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Etymology

Origin of Seidlitz powders

First recorded in 1805–15; arbitrarily named after a Bohemian village

Example Sentences

That comes of training a good horse on Seidlitz powders and bran-mash.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 98, 19 April 1890 by Various

Two Seidlitz powders, one in blue And one in white, together drew And having each a pleasant sense Of t'other powder's excellence, Forsook their jackets for the snug Enjoyment of a common mug.

From The Devil's Dictionary by Bierce, Ambrose

Seidlitz powders are mixed in only half a glass of water.

From Common Science by Ritchie, John W. (John Woodside)

Seidlitz powders and all effervescent medicines should be packed in wide-mouthed, stoppered bottles, but never in papers.

From Ismailia by Baker, Samuel White, Sir

This is the active ingredient of Seidlitz powders and has a purgative effect when taken into the body.

From Human Foods and Their Nutritive Value by Snyder, Harry