English Explanatory Dictionary

Dakin's solution

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A dilute solution of sodium hypochlorite (0.4% to 0.5%) and other stabilizing ingredients, traditionally used as an antiseptic.

Word forms

Dakin's solution

Etymology

Named after British chemist Henry Drysdale Dakin (1880–1952), who developed it in 1916.

Synonyms

Carrel-Dakin solution Carrel-Dakin fluid
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