Thermiol
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Thermiol was a 25% solution of sodium phenylpropiolate used in the early 20th century as an inhalant for tuberculosis of the larynx and lungs. It was considered an analogue to hetol but was ultimately found to be more toxic and less stable.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
THERMIOL, Thermiol, a 25% solution of sodium phenylpropiolate, C6H5C≡C-COONa. It was proposed for inhalation in cases of tuberculosis of the larynx and lungs in the form of solutions heated to 45°C at concentrations of 0.5–3%, as an analogue of hetol (C6H5CH:CHCOONa). It is more toxic than hetol and less stable.
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“Thermiol.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.com/article/thermiol-and-termites/