Dobell's solution

[ doh-belz ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

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.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of Dobell's solution¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of Dobell's solution¹

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

Example Sentences

Antiseptic washes, such as 4 per cent boric-acid solution to the eyes and Dobell's solution applied to the nose and mouth with ice poultices over the crest of the head and frontal region, have also proved efficacious.

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The boric-acid solution should be dropped into the eyes as recommended for measles, and the throat sprayed every few hours with Dobell's solution.

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Children suffering from adenitis should use a spray of Dobell's solution in the nose and throat three or four times daily.

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Dobell's solution is an excellent throat gargle.

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Dobell's Solution Tablets, 200 at 25 cents per C. One as a gargle in one-half glass hot water every two to four hours in tonsilitis and pharyngitis.

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