Diachylon
Diachylon
Diachylon (pronunciation: /daɪˈkɪlən/), also known as lead plaster, is a type of plaster historically used in medicine for its adhesive and occlusive properties.
Etymology
The term "diachylon" is derived from the Greek words "dia" (through) and "chylon" (juice), referring to the method of preparation which involved boiling down the juice of certain plants.
Description
Diachylon is a sticky, adhesive substance traditionally made by boiling down the juice of certain plants with vinegar and lead oxide. The resulting product was used as a plaster for wounds and ulcers due to its adhesive and occlusive properties. It was also used in the preparation of certain medicines.
Related Terms
- Lead Oxide: A chemical compound used in the preparation of diachylon.
- Plaster: A substance applied to the body to support a broken bone or protect a wound.
- Occlusive: A term referring to a substance that creates a barrier or seal.
- Adhesive: A substance that sticks or bonds items together.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Diachylon
- Wikipedia's article - Diachylon
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