Averin's Ointment

Dermatology & Venereology, Pharmacology

Also known as: Unguentum Averini

Historical document, translated for reference.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

Averin's Ointment is a historical anti-scabies preparation introduced into Russian medicine by a merchant named Averin. It consists of a mixture of ammoniated mercury, lard, and essential oils.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

Averin's Ointment, introduced into Russian medicine by the merchant Averin. Composition: 6 parts ammoniated mercury, 48 parts purified lard, 1 part bergamot oil, 1 part lavender oil. An anti-scabies ointment.

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“Averin's Ointment.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/averins-ointment/