What is CERATE?

C., Camphorated. See Camphor ceratum C., Simple, one consisting of 3 parts of white wax and 7 parts of lard melted together. C., Touch, a lubricant used in vaginal inspection consisting of spermaceti, white wax, and caustic soda, each one part; olive oil, 16 parts. Syn., Ceratum pro tactu.

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