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Fowler's solution

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Fow·ler's solution Listen to the pronunciation of Fowler's solution
Pronunciation:
\ˈfau̇-lərz-\
Function:
noun
: an alkaline aqueous solution of potassium arsenite formerly used in medicine (as in treating some diseases of the blood or skin)
Fowler, Thomas (1736–1801), British physician. Fowler in 1786 published a collection of medical reports on the effectiveness of arsenic in the treatment of agues, fevers, and headaches. One of the remedies discussed was the potassium arsenite solution now known as Fowler's solution.

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