Haematogen
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Haematogen is a blood-based preparation containing methemoglobin, hematin, and phosphate salts, historically used to treat anemia and chlorosis. This 1930s encyclopedia entry notes its limited efficacy and high susceptibility to bacterial contamination.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
HAEMATOGEN, Haematogen, a blood preparation obtained from defibrinated blood mixed with glycerin and wine. It contains mainly methemoglobin and hematin, components of fresh blood, and especially valuable phosphate salts and proteins. It is used against anemia and chlorosis, but without any particular benefit. It spoils easily due to the ingress of bacteria from the outside and therefore almost always contains a large number of them. Dose: 1 tablespoon, 2-3 times a day.
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“Haematogen.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/haematogen/