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Merthiolate (Noun)

Meaning

A light-colored crystalline powder (trade name Merthiolate) used as a surgical antiseptic.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The doctor applied a solution of merthiolate to the wound to prevent infection.
  • Merthiolate was used to disinfect the surgical instruments before the operation.
  • The nurse carefully cleaned the area with a merthiolate solution before stitching the cut.
  • The surgeon chose to use merthiolate as an antiseptic to reduce the risk of post-operative complications.
  • The medical team applied a merthiolate solution to the patient's skin before making the incision.

Synonyms

  • Sodium Ethylmercurithiosalicylate
  • Thimerosal

Hypernyms

  • Antiseptic

Related Words

  • Trade Name (noun)
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