Mild Silver Protein (Noun)
Meaning
Antiseptic consisting of a compound of protein and silver (trade name Argyrol).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Mild silver protein is often used as an antiseptic to treat eye infections in newborn babies.
- The doctor prescribed a mild silver protein solution to be applied directly to the infected wound.
- Argyrol, a brand of mild silver protein, has been used for decades to combat conjunctivitis in infants.
- In some hospitals, mild silver protein is still used as an antibacterial agent to clean wounds and prevent infection.
- The application of mild silver protein has proven effective in treating minor cuts and scrapes to prevent bacterial growth.