james's powder (Meaning)

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james's powder ()

Antimonial powder, first prepared by Dr. James, ar English physician; -- called also fever powder.

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

James's powder is an obsolete name for a medication containing antimony, an element with the atomic symbol Sb.
James's powder was historically used as an emetic, or a substance that induces vomiting.
Its medicinal use declined with the advent of safer and more effective treatments.
James's powder contains antimony oxide, which is a white powder with a velvety appearance.
James's powder is odorless and tasteless, making it easy to administer.
It works by irritating the stomach lining to cause vomiting.
James's powder was often used to treat people who had ingested poisons or other harmful substances.
It was also sometimes used to treat diseases such as cholera and dysentery, although its effectiveness for these conditions was questionable.
James's powder could cause serious side effects, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, dehydration, and even death.
Modern medicine has replaced James's powder with safer and more effective treatments for vomiting and other medical conditions.

Antimonial powder, first prepared by Dr. James, ar English physician; -- called also fever powder.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

James's powder is an obsolete name for a medication containing antimony, an element with the atomic symbol Sb.

James's powder was historically used as an emetic, or a substance that induces vomiting.

Its medicinal use declined with the advent of safer and more effective treatments.

James's powder contains antimony oxide, which is a white powder with a velvety appearance.