Whitfield's ointment

English

Etymology

Named after Arthur Whitfield (1868–1947), British dermatologist.

Noun

Whitfield's ointment (uncountable)

  1. salicylic acid and benzoic acid in a suitable base, such as lanolin or vaseline, used for the treatment of fungal infections
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