Aperitol

Also known as: Phenolphthalein isovalerate, Phenolphthalein acetate

Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.

Aperitol is a mixture of isovaleric and acetic acid esters of phenolphthalein, historically used as a mild laxative. It is designed to break down only in the intestines, providing a painless laxative effect.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

APERITOL, Aperitol, a mixture of isovaleric and acetic acid esters of phenolphthalein, is used as a mild laxative. It breaks down only in the intestine and acts painlessly. Dosage: for adults, up to 0.6 per dose.

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“Aperitol.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/aperitol/