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(pharmacology) An ointment containing boric acid, applied to the skin as an antiseptic..
A proper dressing contributes immensely to the comfort of the patient, as well as to a satisfactory cosmetic result. After the wound is properly sutured, vaseline or borofax is lightly applied along the suture line.
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Borofax means (pharmacology) An ointment containing boric acid, applied to the skin as an antiseptic..
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A proper dressing contributes immensely to the comfort of the patient, as well as to a satisfactory cosmetic result. After the wound is properly sutured, vaseline or borofax is lightly applied along the suture line.
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