Glutol
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Glutol, also known as glutoform, is a compound of gelatin and formalin used in the early 20th century as an antiseptic, secretion-reducing, and hemostatic dusting powder. When in contact with tissues, it breaks down to release formalin, requiring prior antiseptic cleaning of inflamed wounds and removal of scabs.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
GLUTOL, Glutol, glutoform, a compound of gelatin and formalin, is a white powder that swells in hot water. Upon contact with tissues, it breaks down to release formalin. It is used as an antiseptic, secretion-reducing, and hemostatic dusting powder. Inflamed wounds must be previously cleaned antiseptically, and scabs must be removed.
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“Glutol.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/glutol/