Helmitol
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Helmitol is an anhydromethylene-citrate urotropin compound used in 1930s medicine as an antiseptic for urinary tract infections such as cystitis and pyelitis. The article details its chemical nature, therapeutic applications, dosages, and potential side effects.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
HELMITOL, Helmitol, anhydromethylene-citrate urotropin; a white powder, easily soluble in water. Under the influence of alkalis, it decomposes, releasing formalin. Thus, Helmitol acts through urotropin and citric acid. It is used for cystitis, pyelitis, bacteriuria, phosphaturia, and infectious nephritis. Doses: 0.5-1.0, three times a day; for bladder irrigation—100-150 cubic centimeters of a 1-2% solution. Side effects: diarrhea, bladder irritation, exanthems.
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“Helmitol.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/helmitol/