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Ointment
OINTgeneral
Updated 3/30/2026
Definition
A semisolid preparation for external application usually containing medication in an oily base.
Standard Abbreviation
OINT
Category
general
Database Usage
-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
claim_id VARCHAR(50),
oint VARCHAR(100), -- Ointment
...
);
-- Example in SELECT
SELECT
claim_id,
oint as ointment
FROM claims;Looking for more healthcare terms?
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