Gonorol

Pharmacology, Dermatology & Venereology

Also known as: Santalol

Historical document, translated for reference.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

Gonorol is a pure form of santalol, the active component of sandalwood oil. In the 1930s, it was used as a diuretic and antiseptic balsamic agent for treating gonorrhea and cystitis.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

GONOROL, Gonorol, pure santalol (the active principle of sandalwood oil), a mixture of two terpene alcohols. It is used as a balsamic agent for gonorrhea and cystitis. It is a diuretic and antiseptic. Dose: 0.3–0.5 in capsules 3–4 times a day.

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