James's powder

English edit

Etymology edit

Named after Dr. Robert James, an English physician.

Noun edit

James 's powder (uncountable)

(medicine, archaic) A powder consisting of one part oxide of antimony and two parts calcium phosphate, once falsely claimed to have medical benefits.

Synonyms edit

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