protargol

/ˈproʊtɑːɡɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

a silver compound of silver and mercury used as a disinfectant and in ophthalmology for treating eye infections, particularly trachoma

“The doctor applied protargol to the patient’s infected eye to help speed up the healing process.”

Synonyms

  • antiseptic
  • silver compound

Antonyms

  • irritant
  • toxic substance