Neoform
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Neoform (bismuth triiodophenolate) is described in this 1930s encyclopedia article as a yellow, insoluble antiseptic powder used in ointments for skin diseases and as a dusting powder for suppurating ulcers. It is similar in preparation and application to xeroform.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
NEOFORM, Neoform, C6H2I3O·BiO, basic bismuth triiodophenolate; obtained similarly to xeroform by the action of a bismuth nitrate salt on triiodophenol; a yellow powder with a faint odor, insoluble in water, alcohol, and ether. Dry neoform is a fairly stable compound. Upon ignition, it leaves 35.5% Bi2O3. It is used as an antiseptic dusting powder for suppurating ulcers, and in ointments for certain skin diseases, similar to xeroform.
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“Neoform.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.com/article/neoform/