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Dakin's solution
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English
Etymology
Named after British chemist Henry Drysdale Dakin (1880–1952), who developed it in 1916.
Noun
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A dilute solution of sodium hypochlorite (0.4% to 0.5%) and other stabilizing ingredients, traditionally used as an antiseptic.
en Carrel-Dakin solution Carrel-Dakin fluid
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