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The Use of Boric Acid in: Dermatologic Practice

The Use of Boric Acid in: Dermatologic Practice Abstract The last decade has seen the development of a large number of therapeutic agents for use in skin diseases. Some are highly potent and specific and when applied for a particular bacterial infection are more effective than any other agent. The nonspecificity of the vast majority of dermatidides, their nature being influenced perhaps more by the host reaction than by the nature of the insulting agent, has, however, prevented truly great strides in the development of highly specific skin therapeutic measures. Most dermatologists still find wet dressings, soaks, heat and cold, and protection extremely important components of their armamentarium. Among the oldest and most widely used chemical agents in the administration of these therapeutic procedures are boric acid and aluminum acetate (Burow's solution). As far back as 1702, Homberg prepared boric acid and called it ``sal sedativum.'' Since the compound has no internal sedative effect, it References 1. Directory of Medical Specialists , Vol. 7, Chicago, Marquis—Who's Who, 1955. 2. Novak, M.: Antibacterial Action of Boric Acid and Boron Compounds , Bull. National Formulary Committee 18:95-109, 1950. 3. Weidman, F. D.; Emmons, C. W.; Hopkins, J. G., and Lewis, G. M.: The War and Dermatophytosis , J. A. M. A. 128:805-811, 1945. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png A.M.A. Archives of Dermatology American Medical Association

The Use of Boric Acid in: Dermatologic Practice

A.M.A. Archives of Dermatology , Volume 73 (4) – Apr 1, 1956

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American Medical Association
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Copyright © 1956 American Medical Association. All Rights Reserved.
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0096-5359
DOI
10.1001/archderm.1956.01550040030005
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Abstract

Abstract The last decade has seen the development of a large number of therapeutic agents for use in skin diseases. Some are highly potent and specific and when applied for a particular bacterial infection are more effective than any other agent. The nonspecificity of the vast majority of dermatidides, their nature being influenced perhaps more by the host reaction than by the nature of the insulting agent, has, however, prevented truly great strides in the development of highly specific skin therapeutic measures. Most dermatologists still find wet dressings, soaks, heat and cold, and protection extremely important components of their armamentarium. Among the oldest and most widely used chemical agents in the administration of these therapeutic procedures are boric acid and aluminum acetate (Burow's solution). As far back as 1702, Homberg prepared boric acid and called it ``sal sedativum.'' Since the compound has no internal sedative effect, it References 1. Directory of Medical Specialists , Vol. 7, Chicago, Marquis—Who's Who, 1955. 2. Novak, M.: Antibacterial Action of Boric Acid and Boron Compounds , Bull. National Formulary Committee 18:95-109, 1950. 3. Weidman, F. D.; Emmons, C. W.; Hopkins, J. G., and Lewis, G. M.: The War and Dermatophytosis , J. A. M. A. 128:805-811, 1945.

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A.M.A. Archives of DermatologyAmerican Medical Association

Published: Apr 1, 1956

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