borofax
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borofax (uncountable)
- (pharmacology) An ointment containing boric acid, applied to the skin as an antiseptic.
- 1951 February, Charles E. Gurney, Verner V. Lindgren, “Early Care of Traumatic Wounds of the Face”, in Northwest Medicine, volume 50, number 2, Portland, Ore.: Northwest Medical Publishing Association, page 93:
- A proper dressing contributes immensely to the comfort of the patient, as well as to a satisfactory cosmetic result. After the wound is properly sutured, vaseline or borofax is lightly applied along the suture line.