Eidermol
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Eidermol is nicotinic acid salicylate, used in the 1930s as an ointment for treating scabies, sycosis, and ringworm. Due to its nicotine-like action on the nervous system, it could cause acute dermatitis, nausea, and headaches.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
EIDERMOL, nicotine salicylate, C10H14N2 · C7H6O3, colorless transparent crystals, easily soluble in water, alcohol, and ether; melts at 117–118°; has a bitter taste and an irritating odor; easily oxidizes and turns brown in air and light. It acts similarly to nicotine on the autonomic and cerebrospinal nervous systems. It is used in the treatment of scabies, sycosis, and ringworm; in the form of an ointment (at a concentration not exceeding 0.1%) in vaseline or lanolin for 4–5 days, followed by a soap bath. Side effects: acute dermatitis of the entire body, nausea, headache.
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“Eidermol.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/eidermol/