Aolan

Pharmacology, Dermatology & Venereology, Obstetrics & Gynecology

Also known as: Aolan protein preparation

Historical document, translated for reference.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

Summary

Aolan was a protein preparation derived from skimmed cow's milk, used in the early 20th century for parenteral protein therapy. It was administered to induce leukocytosis and treat a wide range of conditions, including skin infections, gynecological inflammation, and gonorrhea complications.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

AOLAN, a protein preparation made from skimmed cow's milk for parenteral protein therapy, which induces strong leukocytosis. It is a sterile solution in ampoules. It is used for furunculosis, eczema, erysipelas, lichen, complications of gonorrhea (inflammation of the joints, prostate, testicles), chancroid, in gynecology (inflammation of the tubes, ovaries, parametritis), for hemophilia, to increase the secretion of breast milk, for anemia, and to provoke malaria. Dosage: intramuscularly 5–10 cubic centimeters.

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