Dubonnet
Dubonnet
Dubonnet (pronunciation: duːbɒˈneɪ) is a sweet, aromatic aperitif that was first introduced in 1846 by Joseph Dubonnet. It is not a medical term, but it is often used in medical contexts due to its historical use as a treatment for malaria.
Etymology
The term "Dubonnet" is derived from the surname of its creator, Joseph Dubonnet. Joseph was a French chemist who developed the drink as a means of delivering quinine to French Foreign Legionnaires suffering from malaria.
Medical Usage
Historically, Dubonnet was used as a treatment for malaria due to its quinine content. Quinine is a compound found in the bark of the Cinchona tree and is known for its anti-malarial properties. However, it is important to note that Dubonnet is no longer used as a medical treatment today.
Related Terms
- Quinine: A compound found in the bark of the Cinchona tree, known for its anti-malarial properties.
- Malaria: A life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes.
- Aperitif: An alcoholic drink taken before a meal to stimulate the appetite.
- Cinchona: A genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae, native to the tropical Andean forests of western South America. It is known for its bark, which contains quinine, a compound used to treat malaria.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dubonnet
- Wikipedia's article - Dubonnet
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