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THE
BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.




WORKS BY THE SAME AUTHOR.
BEASLEY'S DRUGGIST'S RECEIPT BOOK.
Comprising a Copious Veterinary Formulary, numerous Recipes in Patent and Proprietary Medicines, Druggists' Nostrums, etc.; Perfumery and Cosmetics,
Beverages, Dietetic Articles and Condiments, Trade Chemicals, Scientific Processes; and an Appendix of Useful Tables. By HENRY BEASLEY, author of
the "Medical Formulary," etc.
e This is one of the class of books that is indispensable to every Druggist and
Pharmaceutist as a book of reference for such information as is wanted, not contained in works used in the regular line of his business, and we can recommend it
as one of the best of the kind. —Druggists' Circular.
BEASLEY'S MEDICAL FORMULARY.
Comprising Standard and Approved Formule for the Preparations and Compounds
employed in Medical Practice. By HENRY BEASLEY.
The fact that Mr. Beasley's Formulary has reached a sixth edition is a sufficient
proof of the estimation in which it is held by the medical and pharmaceutical public. It is, in fact, a very comprehensive work, containing a great mass of information in a very small compass. The arrangement is alphabetical, as being most convenient. It contains selections from the American, French, German, and other
foreign Pharmacopoeias, in addition to the Formula from the three British ones.
The work, however, is so well known, that it is unnecessary to do more than announce the present edition, and to state that the doses of the various medicines have
now been added.-lfed. Times and Gazette.




THE
BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS,
CONTAINING
3000 PRESCRIPTIONS,
COLLECTED FROM THE PRACTICE OF THE MOST EMINENT
PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS,
n^lIiTh, vrnclh,  anld  Amevrian.
COMPRISING ALSO,
A COMPENDIOUS HISTORY OF THE MATERIA MEDICA, LISTS OF
THE DOSES OF ALL OFFICINAL OR ESTABLISHED
PREPARATIONS,
AND AN
INDEX OF DISEASES AND REMEDIES.
BY
HENRY BEASLEY,
AUTHOR OF "THE DRUGGISTS' RECEIPT BOOK" AND "THE MEDICAL FORMULARY."
PHILADELPHIA:
LINDSAY       & BLAKISTON.
1865.




IHENRY B. ASHIMEAD, PRINTER,




PUBLISHERS' NOTICE.
IN presenting to the American public a second edition of
this valuable work from the recent carefully revised London
edition, the publishers have endeavored to render it still more
acceptable to every medical practitioner who may wish to consult its pages, by translating into plain English all the Latin
directions for dispensing the prescriptions, and administering
the medicines; which plan it is confidently hoped will be found
quite an improvement upon the previous edition.
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ADVERTISEMENT.
THE Editor trusts that this work will supply a want which
has long been felt.  Carefully selecting from the mass of
materials at his disposal, it has been his aim to compile a
volume, sufficiently comprehensive, in which both physician
and druggist, prescriber and compounder, may find, under
the head of each remedy, the manner in which that remedy
may be most effectively administered, or combined with other
medicines, in the treatment of various diseases. The alphabetical arrangement will render this easy. It is also hoped
that the short description given of each medicine, and the list
of the doses in which its several preparations may be prescribed, will be found useful.
In selecting the prescriptions and determining the doses
reliance has been placed upon those medical authors who are
generally considered as of most authority in each instance.
But it will readily be imagined that the prescriptions are not
all of equal merit, and the reader will find several opportunities
of comparison, by which a considerable variety of opinion among
medical practitioners, particularly in the matter of doses, has
been forcibly illustrated. When it has been necessary to point
out the mean between extremes of this nature, the Editor has
been assisted in his task by competent medical advice, and he
hopes that a correct judgment has been thereby arrived at.
Besides those special pharmaceutical works, of which a full
list is given at the commencement of the "Medical Formulary,"




X                   ADVERTISEMENT.
the author has consulted, in the compilation of this volume, a
large number of standard works on Medicine, Surgery, and
Midwifery, both by English and foreign practitioners. The
names, which are in general appended at the foot of each prescription, will for the most part be readily recognized.
Reference must also be made to the "Formulary," by the
same author, for exact information as to the composition and
manner of compounding of the various preparations enumerated
below in the lists of doses, or ordered in the prescriptions contained in the present work.
To the Second Edition of the Book of Prescriptions one
hundred additional prescriptions have been added, collected
from recent works, English, French, and American. And a
want having been felt. of some practical outline that should
serve as a key to the whole, an Index of Diseases and Remedies has been inserted at the end, which, it is hoped, will be of
use to the prescriber.




SIGNS AND ABBREVIATIONS OCCURRING IN
PRESCRIPTIONS.
REFERRING TO THE OPERATION.
1i, Recipe, take.
M., Mlisce, mix.
F., Fac, Fiat, make, let there be made.
Div., Divide, divide.
Sol., Solve, dissolve.
F.S.A., Fac secundum artera, make or prepare according to
the rules of the art.
M.S.D., Misce, signa, da, mix, write (the label or direction),
and deliver to the patient.
REFERRING TO QUANTITY, WEIGHT, OR PROPORTION.
A., da., ana, of each.
Singulorum, of each.
Q.AS., Quantum sufficit, as much as is sufficient.
Q.L., Quantum lubet, as much as you please.
(., Cong., Congius, a gallon.
0., Octarius, a pint; 20 ounces.
lb., Libra, a pound (apothecaries' or troy weight); 12 ounces.
3., Uncia, an ounce; 8 drachms.
f~., ]fluiduncia, a fluid ounce. (This f is often omitted.)
5., Drachma, a drachm; 60 grains.
f3., Fluidrachma, a fluid drachm.
3., Scrupulus, a scruple; 20 grains.
Gr., Granum, a grain.
nL., Minimum, a minim, or drop; also, gtt., gutta.
SS., Semis, a half.




xii            SIGNS AND ABBREVIATIONS.
REFERRING TO THE FORM OF THE PREPARATION TO BE MIXED
OR COMPOUNDED.
Co., Comp., Compositus, compound.
P., Pulv., Pulvis, a powder.
Pil., Pilula, a pill.
Extr., Extractum, an extract.
Elect., Electuarium, an electuary.
Bol., Bolus, a large pill.
Liq., Liquor, a solution.
Tinct., Tinctura, a tincture.
Inf., Infusum, an infusion.
Dec., Decoct., Decoctum, a decoction.
Mist., Mistura, a mixture.
Haust., Haustus, a draught.
Pot., Potus, Potio, a drink.
Coll., Collyrium, an eye-water.
Collut., Collutorium, a mouth-wash.
Inj., Injectio, an injection.
En., Enema, a clyster.
Garg., Gargarisma, a gargle.
Lot., Lotio, a lotion.
Lin., Linimentum, a liniment.
Baln., Balneum, a bath.
REFERRING TO THE ADMINISTRATION.
Cap., Sum., Capiat, Sumat, let the patient take.
LEg., Eger, LEgra, the patient, the sick man, or woman.
Det., Detur, let it be given.
Part. 3tiam, 4tam, 6tam, Partem tertiam, quiartam, sextam,
the third, fourth, or sixth part (accusative case).
Semel, bis, ter in d., once, twice, thrice a day.
H., Hora, an hour.
H. S., HorTa somni, at bedtime.
O. n., Omni nocte, every night.
O. m., Omni mane, every morning.
Coch., Cochleare, a spoonful.
Poe., Poculum, a cup.
Cyath., Cyathus, a wineglass.




LIST OF LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES MORE OR LESS
FREQUENTLY MET WITH IN PRESCRIPTIONS.
Abdomen, the belly; abdominis, of the belly; abdomini, to the
belly.
Absente febre, in the absence of fever.
Accurate, accurately.
Ad duas vices, at twice taking.
Ad tertiam vicem, for three times.
Ad gratam aciditatem, to an agreeable sourness.
Ad defectionem animi, to fainting.
Ad libitum, at pleasure.
Adde, or addantur, add, or let be added.
Adhibendus, to be administered.
Adjacens, adjacent.
Admove, or admoveatur, or admoveantur, apply, or let it or
them be applied.
Adstante febre, when the fever is on.
Adversum, against.
Aggrediente febre, while the fever is coming on.
Agitato vase, the phial being shaken.
Aliquot, some.
Alter, the other.
Alternis horis, every other hour.
Aluta, leather.
Alvo adstrictd, when the belly is bound.
Alvus, the belly.
Amplus, large.
Ana, of each ingredient. In the Pharmacopoeia the term singulorum is employed instead of ana.




XijV            LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.
Aqua, water. Aqua astricta, frozen water. Aqua bulliens,
boiling water. Aqua communis, common water.        Aqua
fluviatilis, river water. Aqua marina, sea water.  Aqua
nivalis, snow water. Aqua pluviatilis, or Aqua pluvialis,
rain water.  Aqua fervens, hot water.  Aqua fontana, or
Aqua fontis, or Aqua fontalis, spring water.
Auris, the ear.
Aut, or.
Balneum Marix, or Balneum maris, a warm water bath.
Balneum vaporosum, or Balneum vaporis, a vapor bath.
Barbadensis, Barbadoes;:as Aloe Barbadensis.
Bene, well.
Bibe, drink (thou).
Biduum, two days.
Bis indies, twice a day.
Bulliat, or Bulliant, let boil.
Butyrum, butter.
COruleus, blue.
Calefactus, warmed.
Calomelas, calomel, or chloride of mercury.
Capiat, let the patient take.
Caute', cautiously.
Charta, paper.
Cocelear, or Cochleare, a spoonful, a tablespoonful.  Oochleatim, by spoonfuls.  Cochleare amplum, a large (or table'
spoonful, about half an ounce.  Cochleare infantis, a child',
spoonful.  Cochleare magnum, a large spoonful.  Coehleare
medium, Cochleare modicum, a middling spoonful-i.e. 
child's, or dessertspoonful: about f3ij.  Cochleare parvum
a small (or tea) spoonful: about f3j.
Oibus, food.
Coctio, boiling.
Cola, strain.  Colatus, strained.
Colaturoe, to, or of, the strained liquor.
Coletur, let it be strained.
Colentur, let them be strained.
Coloretur, let it be colored.




LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES,              XV
Compositus, compounded.
Coneisus, cut.
Congius, a gallon.
Conserva, a conserve; also, keep thou.
Continuantur remedia, let the remedies be continued.
Contusus, bruised.
Coque, boil; coquantur, let them be boiled.  Coque ad medietatis eonsumptionem, boil to the consumption of half. Coque
in stfficiente quantitate aquw, boil in a sufficient quantity
of water.
Cor, Cordis, the heart.
Cornu cervi, hartshorn.
Cornu cervi ustum, burnt hartshorn.
Cortex, bark.
Coxa, the hip.
Cras, to-morrow.
Cras vespere, to-morrow evening.
Cras mane sumendus, to be taken to-morrow morning.
eras nocte, to-morrow night.
Orastinus, for to-morrow.
Gucurbitula cruenta, a cupping-glass with the scarificator.
Cjuys, of which.
Cujuslibet, of any.
Cum, with.
Cyatho thee, in a cup of tea.
G'yathus, vel   1
Cya s v.~a wineglass: from ftiss to fij.
Uyathus vinarius, j  ingla 
Da, give.
De (prep.), of, or from.
Deaurentur pilule, let the pills be gilt.
Debita spissitudo, a proper consistence.
Debitus, due, proper.
Decanta, pour off.
Decem, ten; decimus, the tenth.
Decubitus, lying down.
De die in diem, from day to day.
Deglutiatur, may be (or let be) swallowed.




Xvi             LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.
Dejectiones alvi, stools.
Detur, let it be given.
Detur in duplo, let twice as much be given.
Dexter, dextra, the right.
Diebus alternis, every other day.
Dilue, dilutus, dilute (thou), diluted.
Diluculo, at break of day.
Dimidius, one-half..Directione proprid, with a proper direction.
Dividatur in partes equales, let it be divided into equal parts.
Dolor, pain.
Donee, until.
Donec alvus bis dejiciatur, until the bowels have been twice
evacuated.
Donec alvus soluta fuerit, until the bowels shall be opened.
Donee dolor nephriticus exulaverit, until the nephritic pain be
removed.
Dosis, a dose.
Durante dolore, while the pain lasts.
EEadem (fer.), the same.
Eburneus, made of ivory.
Edulcorata, edulcorated.
Ejusdem, of the same.
Electuarium, an electuary.
Emesis, vomiting.
Enema, a clyster; enemata, clysters.
Evanuerit, shall have disappeared.
Exhibeatur, let it be exhibited.
Extende super alutam mollem, spread (thou) upon soft leather.
Fae, make; fiat, fiant, let it or them be made.
Fac pilulas duodecim, make twelve pills.
Farina, flour.
Fasciculus, a bundle, which can be carried under the arm.
Febre durante, during the fever.
Febris, fever.
Pemoribus internis, to the inner parts of the thighs.
Fervens, boiling.




LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.              XVii
Fiat hiaustus, let a draught be made.
Fiat lege artis, let it be made by the rules of art.
Fiat mistura, let a mixture be made.
Fiat secundum artis regulas, let it be made according to the
rules of art.
_Fiat venwesectio, bleed.
Fictilis, earthen.
Filtra, filter (thou).
Filtrzum, a filter.
Fistula armata, a clyster pipe and bladder fitted for use.
Fluidus, liquid.
Formula, a prescription.
Frustillatim, in little pieces.
Fuerit, shall have been.
-argarisma, a gargle.
-elatind qzuvis, in any kind of jelly.
Gradatim, by degrees.
Grana sex pondere, six grains by weight.
aranum, grain; grana, grains.
Gratus, pleasant.
qutta, a drop; guttws, drops.
Guttatim, by drops.
Guttis quibusdam, with a few drops.
Harum   pilularum sumantur tres, let three of these pills be
taken.
cfaustus, a draught.
Hebdomada, a week.
Herba, a herb.
Heri, yesterday.
fic, hwe, hoc, this.
Hirudo, a leech.
Hora, an hour.
Hord decubitus, at the hour of going to bed.
Hord somni, just before going to sleep.
Bord undecimd matutind, at the eleventh hour in the morning.
Hore unius s2atio, at the expiration of an hour.
Horis intermediis, in the intermediate hours.
2




xviii          LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.
Idem, the same.
Idoneus, proper.
Imprimis, first.
Indies, from day to day, or daily.
Incide, cut (thou); incisus, being cut.
Infunde, pour in.
Injectio, an injection.
Injiciatur enema, let a clyster be given.
In pulmento, in gruel.
Instar, as big as.
Inter, between.
Internus, inner.
Jam, now, already.
Julepus, Julepurn, Julapiun, a julep.
Jusculum, broth.
Juxta, near to.
Kali prwararatum (Potassw carbonas, Ph. L.), prepared kali,
or carbonate or subcarbonate of potash.
Lac, milk.
Lana, flannel.
Languor, faintness.
Lateri dolenti, to the side that is painful.
Lectus, a bed.
Linteum, lint.
Micanus, large.
Miane, in the morning.
Mane primo, very early in the morning.
IManipulus, a handful.
lManus, the hand.
Macssa, a mass.
Massa pilularis, a pill mass.
MIatutinus, in the morning, early.
Medius, middle.
Mica panis, crumb of bread.
Minimum, a minim.
Minutum, a minute.
Mlisce, mix.




LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.              xix
Mistura, a mixture.
Mitte, send; mittatur, or mvittantur, let be sent.
Mitte sanguinen acl uncias duodecim saltem, take away blood
to twelve ounces at least.
Modicus, middle-sized.
Modo prwseripto, in the manner prescribed.
Mora, delay.
More dicto, in the manner directed.
More solito, in the usual manner.
3iortarium, a mortar.
Necnon. also.
Nisi, unless.
Noverm, nine.
Nox, noctis, night.
Nucha, the nape of the neck.
Numerus, number.
Nux Ioschata, a nutmeg.
Octarius, a pint.
Octavus, eighth.
Octo, eight.
Oleum lini sine igne, cold drawn linseed oil.
Omni kora, every hour. Omni biduo, every two days. Omni
bihorio, every two hours.
Omni mane, every morning.
Omni nocte, every night.
Omni qnadrante horEe, every quarter of an hour.
Opus, need, occasion.
Ovumn an egg.
Oz., Uncia, the ounce avoirdupois, or common weight.
Pannus, a rag.
Pars, partis, a part.
Partes wequales, equal parts.
Partitis vicibus, in divided doses.
Parvuhls, an infant; Coch. parvulum, a teaspoonful.
Parvus, little.
Pastillus, pastillum, a little ball of paste, to take like a lozenge,
&c.




XX             LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.
Pediluvium, a footbath.
Peractd operatione emetici, when the operation of the emetic
is finished.
Per deliquium, by deliquescence.
Peryo, mergere, to go on with.
Ph. D., Pharmacopoeia zDublinensis. Ph. E., Pharmnaeopoeia
Eclinensis. Ph. L., Pharmacopoeia Loncinensis. Ph. U.
S., Pharmacopoeia of the United States.
Poculum, a cup; poeillum, a little cup.
Pondere, by weight.
Pondus civile, civil weight (avoirdupois weight).
Pondus medicinale, medicinal (apothecaries') weight.
Pone aurem, behind the ear.
Post singulas sedes liquidas, after every loose stool.
Potus, drink.
Proeparata, prepared.
Primus, the first.
Primo mane, very early in the morning.
Pro ratione wetatis, according to the age of the patient.
Pro re natd, according as circumstances arise (i.e. occasionally).
Pugillus, a pinch; a gripe between the thumb and two first
fingers.
Pulvis; pulverizatus, a powder-powdered.
Pyxis, a pill-box.
Quantum lubet, }
Quantum plcet,   as much as you please.
Quantum placet,            v
Quantum sufficiat, or Quantum satis, as much as is sufficient.
Quantum vis, Quantum volueris, as much as you will.
Qudqud hord, each hour.
Quartus, the fourth.
Quatuor, four.
Quinque, five.
Quintus, the fifth.
Quorum, of which.
I1, Recipe, take.
Ratio, proportion.
Redactus in pulverem, powdered.




LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.               xxi
_Redigatur in pulverem, let it be reduced to powder.
Regio umbilici, the umbilical region.
Reliquus, remaining.
Repetatur, repetantur, let it or them be continued.
Respondeo, to answer.
Retineo, to keep.
Salterm, at least.
Scatula, a box.
Seilicet, namely.
Secundum artem, according to art.
Secundum naturam, according to nature.
Secundus, second.
Sedes, the alvine evacuation.
Semel, once.
Semi, semis, a half.
Semidrachima, half a drachim.
Senmihora, half an hour.
Septem, seven.
Septimana, a week.
Sescuncia, an ounce and a half.
Sesquihora, an hour and a half.
Sex, six.
Sextus, sixth.
Si, if.
Simnul, together.
Sine, without.
Singulorum, of each.
Si non valeat, if it do not answer.
Si o2pus sit, if there be occasion.
Si vires permittant, if the strength will bear it.
Signetur nomine proprio, let it be written upon with the proper
name (not a trade name).
Sit, let it be.
Solus, alone.
Solve, solvere, solutus, to dissolve, dissolved or loosened.
Somrnus, sleep.
Spiritus vini riectificats, rectified spirit of wine.




xxii            LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES.
Spiritus vini tenuis, proof spirit.
Spiritus vinosus, ardent spirit of any strength.
Statim, immediately.
Stet, let it stand; stent, let them stand.
Sub finem coctionis, when the boiling is nearly finished.
Subactus, subdued.
Subinde, frequently.
Sumat talem, let the patient take one like this.
Sume, sumat, sumatur, sumantur, sumendus, take thou, let
him take, let it or them be taken, to be taken.
Summitates, the summits, or tops.
Supra, above.
Superbibendo haustum, drinking afterward this draught.
Tabella, (dim. of tabula, a table) a lozenge.
Talis, such a one.
Tempori dextro, to the right temple.
Tem2us, temporis, time or temple.
Ter, three times.
Tero, to rub.
Tertius, third.
Tinctura, tincture.
Tinctura opii, tincture of opium.
Tinctura opii camphorata, paregoric elixir.  It is now called
Tinct. camphorwe composita.
Tres, three.
Triduum, three days.
Tritura, triturate.
Trochisci, troches or lozenges.
Tussis, a cough.
Ultimo pr'xscriptus, the last ordered.
Una, together.
Utor, uti) to make use of.
Vas vitrenum, a glass vessel.
Vehiculunm, a vehicle.
Venwesectio brachii, bleeding in the arm.
Vesper, vesperis, the evening.
Vices, turns.




GAUBIUS' TABLE.                  xxii
Vires, strength.
Vitellus, yolk.
Vitello ovi solutu's, dissolved in the yolk of an egg.
Vitrumr, glass.
Vomitione urgente, the vomiting being troublesome.
GAUBIUS' TABLE,
Regulating the ordinary proportion of doses according to the
age of the patient.
For an adult, suppose the dose to be 1, or 1 drachm.
Under 1 year, will require,            t      5 grains.
"'  2'''L' c  8 
"   3   6'     "                       (; " 10   "
6  4   (c 15                                   "
"   7   "      6- 4                         1 scruple.
"  14   "      ~                     z,    2 a drachm.
"  20   "      "                            2 scruples.
From 21-60, the full dose,              1     1 drachm,
Above 60, an inverse gradation should be observed.








THE
BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
ABELMOSCHUS.         Musk Seeds.
The seeds of Hibiscus Abelmoschus (Nat. Ord. 3Ialvacew)
have the odor of musk, and are supposed to possess its nervine,
stimulant, and antispasmodic properties.  In South America
they are used as a remedy for the bites of serpents.   The
only preparation used in Great Britain, (not used in U. S.,) is
Tinctura Abelmoschi; dose, halfa drachm to a drachm and a half.
1.          R Tincturae Abelmoschi, oj.
Tincture Fumarise alkaline, ass.
Sods Bicarbonatis, 3iij.
Misturge Camphors,.vj.
Mix: three tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Indigestion, in nervous and gouty subjects.-Dr. R. REECE.
2.: Tinct. Abelmoschi, 3j.
Tinct. Lupulinae, 3iij.
Liquor Potassse, 3ij.
Infusi Buchu, Tvj. As the last.
In Indigestion, with nervousness, and high-colored urine.
Dr. R. REECE.
ABSINTHIUM.    See ARTEMISIA.
ACACIA.     Gum Arabic.
This gum is the product of Acacia vera, and other species.
(Nat.'Ord. Leguminose.)  It is demulcent; and is used in the
dose of a drachm or more, chiefly in solution, in irritations of
the urinary and respiratory organs, of the intestinal canal, &c.
Dose of Mistura Acaciee (Mucilage), 2 to 8 drachms; Emulsio
3




26           THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Acacie; Pasta et Trochisci Acaciwe, almost ad libitum; Syrupus Acaciee, 4 drachms. The powdered gum with resin is used
as a styptic; and mucilage has been recommended as an application to burns.
3.          f1 Acacise electse, ~j.
Aquae, Oiss. Dissolve; then add
Syrupi Simpl. (or Althbeae) 3ij.
Mix: a wineglassful frequently.
In Strangury, Irritant Poisoning, ~c.
4.          1R Misturce Acacia,.iss.
Aquoe, f iiiss.
Syrupi, fgss. Mix: a tablespoonful frequently.
In Bronchial Catarrh of Children.-Dr. URE.
5.          iR Misturie Acaciac, f ij.
Aquse, f iv.
Syrupi Tolutani,
Aquae fl. Aurantii, ia f~j.
Make into a mixture. Take a tablespoonful every second hour.
In Irritation of MAucous Membranes.-Dr. JoY.
6.           R Pulv. Acaciae,
Mellis Optimi, ana f.ss. Mix: a teaspoonful frequently.
In Catarrhal Cough.-SAIJTE MARIE.
7.           R Misturat Acacia, f ij.
Syrupi Mori, fij.
Aquae Rosac, f iij.
Tinct. Scille, f3j.
Mix: two or three tablespoonfuls to be taken frequently.
Demulceent and Expectorant.-Mr. BRENDE.
ACETUM. ACIDUM ACETICUM; ACIDUM PYROLIGNEUM.      Vinegar (common and distilled), Acetic and Pyroligneous Acid.
Vinegar is refrigerant, antiseptic, astringent, and diuretic.
Dose, from   1 fluid drachm to 4 fluid drachms, with diluent
drinks in inflammatory fevers.    Oxymel, and Syrupus Aceti,
and Syrupus Bubi Idei, for the same purposes, in doses of 1
to 3 drachms; generally added to water, barley water, or linseed tea, so as to make them pleasantly acid as a common
drink in fevers. Externally, vinegar is applied as a discutient,
styptic, and disinfectant.




THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                27
Distilled vinegar has the same properties and uses: both may
be regarded as weak acetic acid.
Acetic acid, in its more concentrated state, is caustic and
rubefacient; its vapor is reviving, and is supposed to prevent
infection.  The most concentrated acid with aromatics and
camphor, constitutes Acetum   Aromaticum and Acidum Aceticum    amlphoratum.   Blotting paper, imbued with the strong
acid, is used as a speedy vesicant. Pyroligneous acid is acetic
acid, derived from  the destructive distillation of wood.  As
employed in the following prescriptions, the name intends
acetic acid from wood, which has been rectified, but not entirely
freed from the creosote and other tarry products, which increase its antiseptic powers.
Diluted acetic acid does not differ from distilled vinegar,
except in being free from   some accidental impurities which
attend the latter.
8.          ], Aceti, fgj.
Aquse, fxxv.
Sacchari,,ss.
Mix: to be taken as a common drink.
In fevers, and in White Urinary Deposits.
9.           R Syrupi Aceti, f ij.
Aqua, f xviij.
Mix: make a mixture. Take a spoonful frequently.
To allay thirst in PFebrile Affections.-Dr. NELIGAN.
10.     P     f Aquae fl. Sambuci, fgx.
Aceti Vini acerrimi, j.
Extracti Cinchonae, 3iij.
Succi Spiss. Sambuci, 3j. Mix: a spoonful every hour.
In Putrid Fevers.-GESNER.
11.         1R Aceti destillati, f3ij.
Syrupi, fsiv.
Aqum, fgij. Mix: a fourth part every three hours.
In Scarlatina (for a child of 3 years).-Mr. J. B. BROWN.
12.          R Aceti destillati, f)ij.
Aquas Lauro-cerasi, f3ij.
Syrupi Rhoeados, f3vj.
Aquae destillati, fv.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls every six hours.
In JMucous    Discharges, with   Debility and   Irritability  of
Stomach.                               Dr. NELIGAN.




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1..            R Acidi Acetici diluti, f3j.
Tinct. Jalapse, lrLxv.
Tinct. Aurantii, f3j.
Misturae Camphorse, f3x.
Mix: make a draught to be taken two or three times a day.
In Rhueumatism in debilitated subjects.-Mr. ATKINSON.
14.           1~ Acidi Acetici Pyrolig. tLxxv.
Liq. Ammon. Acet., f3iiss.
Mist. Camphorse, f j.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3ss.
Mix: make a draught to be taken three or four times a day.
In Offensive Discharges after Abortions.-Dr. COPLAND.
15.           13 Acidi Pyrolignei rect. 3j.
Aquea fl. Aurantii,,ij.
Syrupi Amygdale, 5j.
Mix: a large teaspoonful every hour.
In Gelatiniform Softening of Stomach, &c. of clildren.
PITSCHAFT.
16.           iR Acidi Pyrolignei rectif. 3ij.
Tinct. Calami, 3iij.
Aquoe Menthae, ~iv.
Syrupi Simpl. giss. Mix: a spoonful every two hours.
PHac BUS.
-17;       P~ Aceti communis, f'j.
Aquse, f vj. Mix: make an enema.
In Constipation and Typhus.-SWEDIAUR.
1,8.           R Aceti com. fj.
Aquae, f~iij-iv. Mix.
For Sponging the Body in Fevers.-BRANDE.
1.93      P     c Aceti com. fiij.
Aquae, f.~v. Mix: make a lotion.
In Contusions, fc.-Dr. PEREIRA.
20.           Aj Aceti, 3ij.
Ammon. Mur. 3j.
Mellis, giss.
Aquae, xij. Mix: make a gargle.
In Sore Throat.-M. DE SANTE.
21.           1B Aceti,J f iiss.
Decoct. Hordei,.f3xvj.
Mel. Rose, f iss. Mix: make a gargle.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
22.      P         Acidi Pyrolignei rect. ass.
Aquae Cinnamomi, f iv.
Syrupi Mori, ~ij. Mix: make a mouth-wash.
PHaEBUS.




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23.         IR Acidi Pyrolignei, 3j.
Infusi Salvise, 3vj.
Mix: make a gargle.
In Putrid Sore Throat.-FRANCKEL.
24.          B Acidi Acetici (Ph. L.), fj.
Spr. Camphor, f iij.
Mix: make an embrocation.
As a Rubefacient.-Mr. BRANDE.
25.           lt Acidi Acetici, f j.
Aqure, f iij. Mix.
The shaved scalp to be rubbed over with this acid. The red spots produced
show the infected parts, and are to be each wet with undiluted acetic acid for
three or four minutes, by means of a sponge tied on a stick. The disease is
generally cured by one application.
In Tinea C(apitis.-Dr. WIGAN.
26.           r1 MyrrheP pulv. 3j.
01. Cassia,'gutt. ij.
Bals. Peruviani, gutt. iv.
Acid. Pyrolig. rectif., -ij.
Carbonis pulv. q. s. Mix: make a confection for the gums.
As an Antiscorbutic to the G ums.-PHcBUS.
FOR ACIDUM     BENZOICUM, see BENZOINUM.
FoR ACIDUM     BORACICUM, see BORAX.
ACIDUM      CARBONICUM.          Carbonic Acid Gtas.
Carbonic acid introduced into the stomach (in the form     of
simple aerated water, soda water, effervescing draughts, &c.)
is refrigerant and antiseptic; it checks vomiting, and allays,
thirst and gastric irritation. The gas is applied topically to
the skin as a cutaneous stimulant; to ulcersto promote suppuration and diminish fetor; it has been injected into the
rectum in cancerous ulcers and dysentery; and into the uterus
in a painful condition of that organ. Inhaled, it is a powerful
poison.
Carbonic acid is an active ingredient in the following officinal
compounds:-Aqua Acidi Carbonici; Aqua Selterana (and the
other aerated mineral waters); Balneurm Carbonicum; Liquor
Potass    E ffervescens; Liquor SodXe Effervescens; Pilule
Acidi Carbonici; Cataplasma JEffervescens; Ifaustus Antiemeticus; Hfaustus Effervescens; Pulveres Effervescentes, ec.




30          THE    BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
ACIDUM CITRICUM. SUCCUS LIMONIS. ACIDUM
TARTARICUM.
Citric acid and lemon juice are refrigerant, allaying thirst,
and diminishing febrile heat. In large doses lemon juice reduces the power of the pulse, and acts as a diuretic. It is also
antiscorbutic.  Dose of citric acid, 10 to 30 grains.  Of lemon
juice, as a refrigerant, 2 to 4 drachms; as a remedy for rheumatism, 2 to 6 ounces.    Tartaric acid possesses the same refrigerant properties as citric acid, and is used for the same purposes, and in the same forms.    It is, however, more irritant,
and in doses of a few drachms it has proved fatal.  It is often
used with carbonate or bicarbonate of potash to form effervescing saline draughts.   Added to salts of iron it prevents the
precipitation of oxide by alkalies.  Dose of tartaric acid, 10 to
25 grains; of Syrupus Acidi Citrici et A. Tartarici, 2 fluid
drachms to an ounce; Trochisci A. T., one frequently; Pulveres Effervescentes Citrati et Tartarizati, &c., as required;
Limonadum, Lim. aeratum, Julepum        Limonis, ad libitum;
Limonadum Siccum, a teaspoonful in a glass of water; Decoctum Limonum, by small glassfuls.
27.         Ri Succi Limonis recent. f j-ij.
Misturae Camphorae, f j.
Mix: make a draught to be taken three times a day.
In Acute Rheumatism.-Dr. G. O. REES.
~8,         u1 Succi Limonis recent. f iij ad f vj.
To be taken three times a day.
In Acute Rheugnatism.-Dr. BABINGTON.
29.          R Succi Limonis, f iv.
Cort. Limon, recentis cone. ss.
Potassae Nitrat. Sj.
Sacchari Albi, iv.
Aquae ferventis, Oiij.
Cool, and strain.
As a common drink in Fevers, Wc.-Mr. BRANDE.
30.          1? Fruct. Limonis, No. 1.
Aquae frigidee, Oiss.
Syrupi, f ij.
Make into a lemonade for a general drink.
In Fevers and Inflammations.




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31.         J~ Succi Limonis recentis, ~j.
Olei Amygdale dulcis, kiss.
Syrupi Althoeae, ass. Mix: a spoonful every three hours.
In Obstinate Diarrhoea.-STEINHEIM.
32.          R Succi Limonis, f j-ij.
Aqua, f xv. Make an injection.
In Alkaline Leucorrhcea.-Dr. ASHWELL.
ACIDUM GALLICUM. ACIDUM TANNICUM.         See GALLA.
ACIDUM     HYDROCYANICUM.          Hydrocyanic or Prussic
Acid.
Hydrocyanic acid is a direct sedative, and so highly poisonous, that a single grain of the pure acid is sufficient to destroy
life.  The diluted acid, in medicinal doses, allays irritation,
reduces the pulse, and lowers the sensibility of the nervous
system.  It is used to quiet irritable and spasmodic cough, to
allay vomiting and nervous palpitations, and to relieve pain and
quiet the system in neuralgic, rheumatic, and other painful
affections.  Externally, it is used in lotions, to allay itching in
some cutaneous diseases.  Inhaled, it has been tried in some
affections of the lungs.
The usual dose of Acidum Hydrocyanicum Dilutum, L., is
from 3 to 5 minims. That of the new DUB. Ph. is, perhaps,
intended to be of the same strength, but its percentage of real
acid is not stated. The process yields a product which is variable, but usually stronger than that of L.  Acidum hydrocyanicum, E., is stronger than L., 3 minims of the former being
equal to about 5 of the latter.   Acidurn Hydrocyanicuz
(Seheelii) is often met with in prescriptions; but there is no
standard strength for it, and it possesses no advantage over the
pharmacopoeia preparation. The average strength, as procured
from various manufacturers, seems to be about twice that of L.
Acidurn Hydroeyanicum of the United States and Prussian
pharmacopoeias contains, like that of L., 2 per centum of real
acid.
Potassii Cyanidum has the same properties and uses as hydrocyanic acid. Dose, from one-eighth to one-fourth of a grain.




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The latter dose is equal to 5 minims of diluted Hydrocyanic
Acid, L.
33.           13 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. 1Lj.
Aqune destillats, f3vij.
Syrupi simplicis, f3j.
Mix: make a draught to be taken every second hour, until the symptoms disappear.
In Gastric Irritability, Nervous Palpitation, -c. —Dr. NELIGAN.
34.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. tJiv.
Aqucl   destillata, f j.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3ss.
Mix: make a draught to be taken every fourth hour.
M[r. BRANDE.
35.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil ntij.
Mistura Amygdalae, f ij. Mix: make a draught.
Dr. JoY.
36.            1 Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. wLxij.
Aquse destillate, f3vj.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3iij.
Mix: take a large spoonful eveiy second hour.
ln Consumptive Cough,       c.-Dr. GRANVILLE.
37.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. TrLv.
Misture Amygdale, f j.
Extracti Conii, gr. iij.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken twice or thrice a day.
Mr. BRANDE.
38.            P Misturae Acacin, fQj.
AquT destillatwe, ffviss.
Syrupi Tolutani, f ss.
Acidi Hydrocy. diluti. gutt. xij.
Mix: a tablespoonful every three hours.
In Consumptive (ough.-Mr. S. G. MORTON.
39.            I Potassme Bicarbonatis, gr. xv.
Cocci Cacti, gr. viij.
Aqun destillatse, f vj. Rub up together, strain, and add
Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. nLx.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be taken when the cough is troublesome.
In Hooping-Cough of Children. —Dr. GRANVILLE.
40.            R Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. mtxxiv.
Bismuthi Nitratis,
Magnes. Carbonatis, ana 3ij.
Aquae purm ad f vj.
Mix: take a fluid ounce twice daily.
Dr. W. BUDD.




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41.            1 Acidi Hydrocyanici, (Scheelii) ITriss.
Sodse Bicarbonatis, gr. xv.
Misturse Camphorse, f3x.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day, after meals.
Dr. CHAMBERS.
42.            I Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. ntxij.
Aqume Rosse, f vss.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3iij.
Mix: a teaspoonful every two or three hours.
In Croupy Cozugh, after Purgatives.-Dr. GRANVILLE.
43.           P3 Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. Tlv.
Spir. Ammoniae fcetidi, f3ss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 1lx.
Spiritus Anisi, f3j.
Syrupi Aurantii, f ss.
Aquae, f j.
Mix: take a teaspoonful thrice a day.
In Laryngismus Stridulus.-Dr. REID.
44.            R MisturaT Amygdalae, f3vss.
Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. f3ss.
Tincturse Opii, f3ss.
Tinct. Lavand. comp. f3ij.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls every second or
third hour.
In Gastrodynia with Spasms.-Dr. COPLAND.
45.           IR Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. mLiij
Creosoti, Wniij.
Olei Terebinth. Mx.
Mucil. Acacis, f3j.
Aqu-e Cinnamomi, f j.
Mix: take one-half for a dose, and, if necessary, repeat.
In Spasmodic Asthma. —Sir P. CRAMPTON.
46.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. Wtiv.
Potas. Bicarbonatis, gr. x.
Syrupi Zingiberis, foss.
Aquse Anethi, foiss.
Mix: make a draught to be taken twice a day.
In Irritable and Acid Stomach.-Dr. DRIUITT.
47.            R Acid. Hydrocyan. gtt. 32.
Liq. Mur. Morph. f3iij.
Mist. Amygdalse, f viij.
Mix: take a tablespoonful thrice daily.
In Painful Indigestion.-Dr. Rosso




34           TTHE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
48.            R Acid. Hydrocyan. gtt. ij-iij.
Creosoti, gtt. j-iij.
Liq. Morph. Mur. gtt. xx.
Sodae S.-Carb. gr. xx.
Aquas, iss. Mix: make a draught.
In Gastrodynia with Vomiting.-Dr. Ross.
49.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici, guttas v.
Aqum calidie, q. s.
Inhale the vapor by means of a suitable apparatus three times a day,
lying down an hour after each; very gradually increase the dose to
ten drops. After four or six weeks give steel and quinine.
In H:ypertrophy of the Heart.-Dr. T. G. HARE.
50.            J Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, f3ij.
Aquos destillata, f viij. Mix: make a lotion.
To allay Itching in Cutaneous Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
51.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f3iss.
Aque Rose, fviiss. Make a lotion.
For the same purpose.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
52.              Ac Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, 3j-iv.
Decocti Malvae (vel Altheau), lbj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Irritable Cutaneous Affections.-Dr. JoY.
53.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f3iij.
Spirit. rectificati, f ss.
Aquae distillate, f'vij.
Make a lotion, to be applied with lint, covered with oiled silk.
In Impetigo (after the scabs have been removed by fomentations, &c).                Mr. PLUMBE.
54.            i Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, f3ij.
Misturne Amygdalu, f viij. Make a lotion.
In Itching Cutaneous Diseases.-Dr. IIOOPER.
55.            1 Liq. Ammonie Acetatis, f ij.
Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f3j
Tinct. Digitalis, f3iij.
Aquae Rose, f v.
Make a lotion: apply twice a day to the parts affected, by means of a
small sponge.
In Pruriginous Diseases of old persons.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
56.           R Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, f~j.
Liquoris Potassae, f3ij.
Misturie Amygdale, f viij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Lichen.-Dr. BURGESS.




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57.            1R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f3iss.
Aqume destillatoe, fgvijss.
Plumbi Acetatis, gr. xvj.
Spirit. rectificati, f5ij. Make a lotion.
To allay Itching in Cutaneous Affections.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
58.           R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f3ij.
Aquae destillatm, f3vj.
Mix: to be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil.
In Acute Rheumatism.-Dr. HI. W. FULLER.
59.           R Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, f3ss.
Sode Bicarbonatis, 3ij.
Lactis vac. f.viij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Milk-scall.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
60.            R Acidi Hydrocyanici dil.;ij.
Hydrargyri Bichloridi, gr. ij.
Emulsio. Amygd. Amara, f3vj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Chronic Eruptions with Itching.-Dr. BURGESS.
61.            R Potassii Cyanidi, gr. j.
Aque destillatce, f iijss.
Syrupi Linionum, f ss.
Mix, and divide into eight draughts, of which take one for a dose.
As a substitute for Hydrocyanic Acid.-Mr. DONOVAN.
62.            r Potassii Cyanidi, gr. j.
Amyli pulveris,
Syrupi Acacie, ana q. s.
Mix well, and divide into 4 pills. Take one every sixth hour.
In Convulsive Dyspnoea.-BAILLY.
63.            R Potassii Cyanidi, gr. xij.
Mist. Amygdalm, f vj. Make a lotion.
In Itching Eruptions, Lichen, fc.-LOUIS.
64.      P     3 Potassii Cyanidi, gr. iij.
Aquee destillatce, f ~j. Mix: to be applied with compresses.
To ease Rheumatic and Neuralgic pains.-LOMBARD.
65.            R Potassii Cyanidi, gr. xv.
Aquae destillatse, 5iij.
Dissolve, and form a lotion. (Folds of linen dipped in this to be applied
to the seat of pain, and.renewed frequently, taking care that none
of the solution enters the mouth.)
In frontal Neuralgia.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
66.           R Cyanidi Potassii, gr. iij.
Aq. Belladonnm, dest. ~j. Make an eye-wash.
In extreme Photophobia, ~c.-CUNIER.




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67.         R Cyanidi Potassii, gr. xij.
Olei Amygdalae, 5ij.
Ung. Cerse Alboe, 3ij. Make an ointment.
In Lichen.-Dr. BURGESS.
68.         Rf Potassii Cyanidi, gr. j. ad iv.
Olei Amygdake, 3ij.
Cerati Galeni (cold cream), 3ij.
Mix: make an ointment.
In Neuralgic pains.-M. CAZENAVE.
ACIDUM HYDROCHLORICUM. ACIDUM NITRICUM.
ACIDUM NITRO-HYDRO'CHLORICUM. H:ydrochlorie
or Muriatic, Nitric, and Nitro-muriatic Acids.
These are all tonic, in small doses properly diluted. Externally they are caustic and detergent.
Hydrochloric acid is refrigerant, tonic, antiseptic, and vermifuge.  The diluted acid is used in malignant typhus and
scarlet fever; in cases of phosphatic urinary deposits; and
sometimes in syphilis. It is also used as a gargle in malignant
sore throat, &c.
Nitric acid is tonic and antiseptic; in chronic hepatitis; in
indigestion, especially when connected with mixed urinary
deposits of uric acid and the phosphates; and in syphilitic
affections in broken-down or scrofulous constitutions.  It has
also been found useful in hooping-cough, and in asthma. Dr.
Arnoldi prescribes it diluted to the strength of lemon juice, and
sweetened; in this way he has given as much as a drachm of
the strong acid per diem to a child of two years old.
The red fuming nitric acid, commonly termed nitrous acid,
is sometimes preferred, particularly in cholera.
Strong nitric acid is used locally as a caustic to warts,
sloughing phagedsense, huemorrhoidal excrescences, &c.; and
in a more diluted form to superficial ulcers which are indisposed
to cicatrize, and to offensive ulcers, and caries of the bones.
The vapor of ilitric acid is disinfectant; but probably inferior
to chlorine.
Nitro-hydrochloric (nitro-muriatic) acid is thought to act
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applied to the skin by foot-bath and sponging.       It is also used
in syphilitic and mercurial cachexia, cutaneous diseases, &c.
The preparations and doses are as folllows:
Acidunm Iydrochloriczum purum, 5 to 30 minims.
- ----— dilutum, L 30 to 60 minims.
Julepum Acidurn [Guy's H.], ad libitum.
Aciidum Nitricum Dilhtum, L. 10 to 40 minims.
Acidum N'itro-murialicumn [nitro-hydrochloricum], 5 to 20 minims.
--        --- d —-- udilutuzm 10 to 40 minims.
---  itricurn alcoholisatzm, 30 minims.
69.           i Acidi Hydrochlorici, 3j.
Aquae destillatae, f xiv.
Syrupi, f ij.
Mix: take two fluid ounces frequently.
In Typhus, Scarlatina, and Angina.-Dr. GREGORY.
70.           tA Acidi Muriatici [hydrochlorici], f3j.
Decocti Hordei, Oj.
Sacchari Albi,.ss.
Make a mixture. Take from two to four fluid ounces twice or three
times a day.
In Typhoid Fever, and White Deposits from          Urine.
Dr. COPLAND.
71.          1f Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3j.
Aquae destillata, f vj.
Syrupi Mori, f j. Mix: write
A tablespoonful every four or five hours.
In lMalignant Fevers and Exanthemata of Children.-Dr. URE.
72.           R Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3ij.
Aque destillats, f3viij.
Syrupi Rubi Idei, f^ij.
Mix: a tablespoonful every hour in water or gruel.
In Fevers, Phlebitis, &c.-Dr. REID.
73.           If Acidi Hydrochlorici diluti, f3ij.
Infusi Quassie, f viiss.
Syr. Aurantii, f ss.
Make a mixture. Take a fourth portion, twice a day.
To prevent the generation of worms, after purgatives.
Dr. PARIS.
74.          1R Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3ij.
Infusi Calumbh, f vss.
Tincturte Lupuli, fSss.
Make a mixture. Take a sixth part for a dose.
In Indigestion with Phosphatic Diathesis.-Dr. HOOPER,




38            THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
75.           1R Acidi Hydrochlorici, 3ij.
AEtheris Acetici, 3ss.
Decocti Althe, v.
Syrupi Rubi Idei, 3ij. Mix: write
A tablespoonful every two hours.
P(CEBUS.
76.            13 Acidi Hydrochlorici diluti, Mrxx.
Infusi Aurantii, comp. f3ix.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken daily two hours before dinner.
In the above cases.-Dr. PARIS.
77.           1P Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3ij.
Sodii Chloridi, 3ss.
Aquce destillate, f iv.
Make a solution. Take a teaspoonful in a wineglassful of water.
In Anorexia.-Dr. CULLEN.
78.            1 Decocti Cydonii, f vij.
Syrupi Mori, f j.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, lxtxv-xxx. Make a gargle.
In Sore Throat.-R. G. HOLLAND.
79.            R Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3iss.
Decocti Cinchone,
Infusi Rosse comp. ana f iiiss.
Mellis Rose, f j. Mix: make a gargle.
In Maclignant Sore Throat.-Mr. BRANDE.
80.            R Acid. Hydrochlor. ITLxv.
Infusi Cinchonhe, f iv.
MIellis Rost, f j. M. Make a gargle.
In Relaxed and Putrid Sore Throat.-TROUSSEAU & REVEIL.
81.            R Acidi Hydrochlorici, f Sj-iss.
Syrupi Rosas gallicse, fj.
Decocti Hordei, f vij. Mix; make a gargle.
Dr. JoY.
82.            1 Acidi Hydrochlorici, 3j.
Infusi Cinchonte, vij.
Mellis Despumati, 3j. Make a gargle.
In Putrid Sore Throat, Chronic Quinsy, &c.-RADIUS.
83.           13 Infusi Salvie, gviij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, 3iss.
Syrupi Mori, ~ij. Mix: make a gargle.
In Malignant Sore Throat.-WENDT.
84.          1R Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3ss.
Infusi Rosw comp. f iiiss.
Mellis Rosse, fss. Mix: make a gargle.
Dr. AINSLIE.




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85.            1 Infusi Rosa- comp f viss.
Acidi Muriatici dil. Nij.
Tinct. Capsici, f3iss.
Mellis, f3iij.
Make a gargle to be used frequently.
Dr. COPLAND.
86.            R Acidi Hydrochlorici, f3j.
Mellis,
Aquse Rosi, ana fTj.
Mix: make a thick syrup to be applied to the gums, three or four times
a day.
In Scorbutic Ulceration of the Gums.-Mr. BRANDE.
87.            1B Acidi Hydrochlorici,
Mellis, ana partes oequales. Mix.
To touch the Fauces with in Dipltherite.-BRETTON-NEAU.
88.      P     1 Acidi Hydrochlorici, 3ij.
Syrupi Mori, 3ij.
Mix: make a mouth-wash, to be applied to the affected parts.
In Stomatitis.-WENDT.
89.           1i Mel. Rosae, 3x.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, mlxx.
Syrupi Rhceados,,ij. Mix: make into a thick syrup.
90.           1{ Acidi Muriatici, 3j.
Aquae destillatse,,ij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Chilblains, Lepra, &C.-BERAL.
91.      P        Acidi Hydrochlorici, gutt. iij. ad vj.
Aque destillalte,.j.
Make an eye-wash, to be applied frequently.
For removing particles of iron from      the Eye.-SICHEL.
92            R Acidi Hydrochlorici, gutt. viij.
Aquas purin, f iv. Mix: make an injection.
R. G. HOLLAND.
93.            R Acidi Hydrochlorici, ntx.
Vini Opii, ntxx.
Decocti Hordei, q. s. Make an injection.
To be carefully injected into the bladder, when coated with mucus and
phosphates.
Dr. G. BIRD.
94.           RI Acidi Hydrochlorici, ss.
Unguenti Sambuci, 3x.
Make a liniment, to be applied twice a day.
In Porrigo.-Dr. URE.
95.            R Acidi Muriatici,
Ung. Althsae, ana ass.
Ung. Juniperi, 5ij.
Mix: make an ointment, to be applied twice a day.
In Tinea Capitis.-HENKE.




40            THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
96.      P      f Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, f ij.
Aquse, fxiv. Make a mixture. Dose, f3iv.
Dr. HAMILTON.
97.           1R Acidi Nitrici, f3ss.
Decocti Hordei, Oj.
Mix: a wineglassful to be taken three times a day.
In Papulous Eruptions.-Dr. BTURGESS.
98.            R Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3iss.
Aqune, fxxiv.
Sacchari,.iss.
Make a mikture. Take fgiij three times a day, by means of a glass tube.
In Typhoid Fevers, Chronic Hepatitis, and secondary Syphilis.
Dr. JoY.
99.           R1 Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3ij.
Spir. ALEtheris N itrici, f3ij.
Syrupi, f ss.
Aquas, f viiss.
Mix: take a sixth part three times a day.
In Dyspepsia, with foul tongue and inactive liver.-Dr. DRUITT.
100.           lf Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3j.
Decocti Hordei, Oj. Mix; the whole to be taken daily.
In Coloration of the skin from     taking nitrate of silver.
Dr. URE.
101.          iB Acidi Nitrici dil. fbj
Aquae destillatse, f xivss.
Syrupi Aurantii, f iss.
Make a mixture, to be taken daily, through a glass tube, in proportionate doses.
Dr. PEREIRA.
102.      RP Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3ij.
Infusi Chiraytoe, viiss.
Mix: dose, f jss three times a day.
As a Tonic, when the bowels are irritable.-Dr. DRUITT.
103.          1R Acidi Nitrici dil. Txxx.
Decocti Cinchonh3, f iss.
Make a draught, to be taken every fourth hour.
In )Dropsy with Diseased Liver (after a purgative).
Mr. J. S. WILKINSON.
104.           R Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3j.
Aqua destillatse, f vss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, fbiij. Mix: take f'j.
Dr. COPLAND.




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105.           R Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3iss.
Aqute destillatse, Oiss.
Spir. Lavandule comp. f3iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, f iss.
Mix: dose, a wineglassful three or four times a day.
In Secondary     Syphilis, Chronic Hepatitis, Chronic Indolent
Ulcers of the Leg, obstinate Cutaneous Diseases,       ec.
Dr, M. RYAN.
106.          Re Infusi Cascarillke, f vj.
Potassse Nitratis, 3j.
Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3iss.
Tinct. Opii, f3j.
Make a mixture: take two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Oxaluria.-Dr. ALBRIDGE.
107.           R Acidi Nitrici rubri, f3j.
Aquoe Menthbe piperitoe (vel Misturoe
Camphorae), f.j.
Tincturie Opii, flrxx. Mix.
A fourth part to be taken in a cupful of gruel every three or four hours.
In Asiatic Cholera. —Mr. HOME.
108.           Px Acidi Nitrici, rLxij.
Aquoe destillatte, f xvj. Make a lotion.
To Indolent Ulcers. —SIR E. HoPE.
109.           R Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3ij.
Aquoe pure, Oj. Make a lotion.
To Indolent and Fetid      Ulcers, and   Caries of Bones.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
110.           13 Rosse petale, 3j.
Aqute ferventis, f viij.
Acidi Nitrici dil. f3iiss.
Macerate and strain; and make a lotion.
In Lichen and Chronic Eczema.-Dr. HOOPER.
111.          gi Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3j.
Acidi Hydrochlorici dil. f3ss.
Aquae destillatse, f viij.
Mix: take two spoonfuls three times a day.
In Irritable Bladder, with Alkaline Urine. —Mr. COULSON.
112.           13 Acidi Hydrochl. diluti,
Acidi Nitrici diluti, ana f3ij.
Tinct. Gentiante comp. f iiiss. Make a mixture.
A teaspoonful to be taken in a wineglassful of water twice a day.
Mr. E. WILSON.
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42            THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
113.           R Acidi Nitrici diluti,
Acidi Hydrochl. diluti, ana 1%Lx.
Infusi Quassiae, f iss.
Mix.make a draught to be taken three times a day.
In desquamative Nephritis, with general Dropsy.
Dr. G. JOHNSON.
114.           t~ Acidi Nitrici, nLxij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, TLxij.
Aquoe Menthre pip. f vss.
Syrupi Aurantii, f ss. Mix: one-sixth part for a dose.
Dr. HOOPER.
115.          iR Acidi Nitrici, f3j.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, fgiij.
Misturta Camphorse, f iiiss.
Mix: take a teaspoonful in f iss of infusion of chamomile flowers, three
times a day; and take every night five grains of the compound
calomel pill.*
In Oxaluria, with Dyspepsia, &c. —Dr. G. BIRD.
116.          i~ Acidi Nitrici diluti,
Acidi Hydrochlorici diluti, ana f3iij.
Syrupi Aurantii, f j.
Aquoe fl. Aurantii, fj.
Aqum destillate, f xiiiss.
Make a mixture: take a wineglassful three or four times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
117.           R Acidi Nitrici diluti,
Acidi Hydrochlorici dil. ana Mnv.
Inf. Serpentarise,.j.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
In Oxaluria, with Debility and Irritability. —Dr. G. BIRD.
118.          1i Acidi Nitrici dil.
Acidi H) drochlorici dil. ana flv.
Misturte Gentianse comp. f3x.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
Tonic and Laxative.
119.          PR Acidi Nitrici, RLxij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, PLxxiv.
Infusi Lupuli, f viij.
Mix: take-a wineglassful three times during the day, and every night
take the following pill.
Hydrarg. cum Creta, gr. iss.
Ipecacuanhbe p. gr. j. Make a pill.
In Oxaluria, &c. —Dr. G. BIRD.
* Plummer's Pill.




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120.           R Acidi Hydrochlor. diluti,
Acidi Nitrici diluti, ana Mlxxx.
Tinct. Camphorse comp. f3iv.
Tinct. Aurantii, f ss.
Syrupi Sarsse, f^ss.
Aqu s Rosse, f vj.
Mix: take two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
H. F.
121.          P1 Acidi Hydrochlorici diluti,
Acidi Nitrici diluti, ana f3j.
Extracti Taraxaci, ~j.
Infusi Gentianse comp. f,vij.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls twice daily, before taking food.
In Dy smenorrhoea and Amenorrioea. —Dr. E. RIGBY.
122.           R Acidi Nitrici diluti,
Acidi Hydrochlorici, ana f3iss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, fss.
Tinct. Aurantii, f[ix.
Mix: take a teaspoonful in a wineglassful of water, on an empty
stomach, twice every day.
B. TRAVERS, Jun.
123.          lR Acidi Nitrici dil. f3ss.
Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. f3j.
Spir. 2Etheris Nitrici,'fss.
Syrupi Sarse, f, j.
Aquas purse, fviss.
Mix: take two spoonfuls three times a day.
Alterative. —Dr. HOOPER.
124.          1R Acidi Hydrochlorici diluti,
Acidi Nitrici diluti, ana f3j.
Liquoris Taraxaci, f j.
Infusi Cinchonae flave, f vij.
Make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls twice a day, before
taking food.
In Dy/smenorrhoea. —Dr. E. RIGBY..
125.          1f Acidi Nitrici, fgij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, f iij.
Aquae destillata, f viij. Mix.
For sponging the body, add f3iij. of the above to Oj. of warm water, and'
apply it for a quarter of an hour.
As a foot-bath, add 6 ounces of the acid to 2 gallons of water.
in a deep wooden or earthen vessel; and while the feet are in
the bath (the temperature of which should be 960 or 98~) the
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the liver, should be sponged alternately. This should be continued for fifteen minutes, morning and evening. An aperient
draught of salts in a bitter infusion should be taken every
second morning.
In Chronic Affections of the Liver.-Mr. J. R. MARTIN.
126.         R Acidi Nitro-muriatici, 3j.
Adipis preparati, ~j.
Mix with a wooden spatula, and add
Olei Terebinth. rect. 3ij. Mix: make a liniment.
As a Rubefacient in Chest Affections.-Dr. GRAVES.
ACIDUM LACTICUM. Lactic Acid.
Lactic acid increases the appetite and promotes digestion, in
cases of deficiency of the acid of the gastric juice; it has also
been recommended in the phosphatic diathesis. It is obtained
as a syrupy liquid.   Dose, Ltx. —xxx. diluted with water.
Trochisci Acidi Lactici (Magendie's), 6 in the day.
127.        1R Acidi Lactici,.j.
Aquse, Oj.
Syrupi simp. (vel Aurantii),;j.
A wineglass several times a day.
In simple Indigestion.-MAGENDIE.
ACIDUM MURIATICUM.      See ACIDUM HYDROCHLORICUM, &C.
ACIDUM     OXALICUM.       Oxalic Acid.
Oxalic Acid, or Acid of Sugar, is well known as one of the
most rapid and fatal poisons. On the Continent it is used as
a refrigerant, in very small doses, and is supposed to be useful
in some inflammatory conditions of mucous membranes. Dose,
~ grain to 1 grain.
Salt of sorrel and the artificial superoxalate of potash possess the same poisonous and remedial properties.
128.         R Acidi Oxalici, gr. viij.
Misturse Acacise, fiij.
Syrupi, f j.
Mix; a spoonful to be taken several times a day.
In Inflammation of the Fauces and Digestive Tube.
M. NARDO.




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129.         R Acidi Oxalici, gr. iv.
Syrupi Limonis, f ss.
Aquu, f viiss.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls every third
hour.
In Inflammation of the Stomaeh.-Dr. NELIGAN.
[For Trochisci Acidi Oxalici, and Troch. Potasse Superoxalatis, see' Pocket Formulary."]
The effects of a poisonous dose are best combated by the immediate administration of chalk, whiting, or magnesia, in water,
or any demulcent liquid.
ACIDUM PHOSPHORICUM.
Phosphoric Acid is employed as a refrigerant and general
tonic, like the mineral acids, but is preferred.to them in some
cases; it is more efficacious in quenching thirst in diabetes,
agrees better with the stomach, and is thought to possess peculiar efficacy when there is a tendency to earthy deposits in
the urine, or to exostosis, or ossification of the arteries; in
caries, &c.  Dose of Acidum Phosphorieum Dilutum, 20 to 40
minims.
130.         R Acidi Phosphorici diluti, 3j.
Decocti Hordei, Oij. To be used as an ordinary beverage.
In Diabetes.
131.         R Acidi Phosphorici diluti, 3j.
Decocti Salep. (vel Avenue), 3vj.
Syrupi Rubi Idei (vel Mori), ass.
Mix: a spoonful every two hours.
In Caries, Salivation, and lHemorrhage. —WTENDT.
132.         R Acidi Phosphorici diluti, fss.
Infusi Calumbse, 3 viiss.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. fgss.
Make a mixture, of which take f j three times a day.
In Phosphatic Deposits from   lUrine.-Dr. NELIGAN.
133.         l Acidi Phosphorici diluti,
Acidi Hydrochlorici dil. ana f3iss.
Tinct. Calumbae, 3ix.
Mix: take a teaspoonful twice a day in a wineglassful of water.
In the same.




46           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
134.          R Acidi Phosphorici dil. f3ss.
Infusi Uvse Ursi, fgiss.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
In Mucous Urine, with copious earthy excretions.
Dr. G. BIRD.
135.          1 Acidi Phosphorici dil. f3ss.
Infusi Chimaphile, f~iss.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day,.
In the same case, when the Kidneys are inactive.
Dr. G. BIRD.
136.      ]      Acidi Phosphorici dil. f3ss.
Inf. Pareirse, fgiss. Make a draught.
In the same, with opaque mucus.-Dr. G. BIRD.
137.          R Acidi Phosphorici dil. f3ss.
Infusi Buchu, fgiss. Make a draught.
In the same, with Jnaction of the Skin and Kidneys.
Dr. G. BIRD.
138.          13 Acidi Phosphorici sicci,
Assafcetide,
Pulv. rad. Althaeae, ana 3ij.
Aque, q. s.
Make into pills of four grains each. Three pills three times a day.
In Caries.-RUST.
139.          l Acidi Phosphorici sicci,
Pulv. Cinchone,
Extracti Cascarilla, ana =j.
Testoe prseparate, gr. xv.
Ferri pulverati, gr. xlv.
Mix with mucilage of gum arabic a sufficient quantity to form one
hundred and twenty (120) pills. Five pills to be taken three times
a day.
In Seminal. Weakness.-WURTZER.
140.          R Acidi Phosphorici dil. 3iv.
Aque purxe, ivss. Make a lotion.
In Caries. —Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
ACIDUM      SALICULOSUM.          Saliculous Acid.
This acid is obtained by dissolving 1 part of salicine in 10
of water, mixing it with 1 part of bichromate of potash, and
2   ~ of oil of vitriol, diluted with 10 of water, distilling, and
rectifying the oily acid from chloride of calcium. It exists
also in the volatile oil of Meadow Sweet, Spirwa Ulmaria. It
is diuretic, irritant, and narcotic, and is used in various dropsical affections, particularly in those connected with heart dis



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ease, where from the weakened state of that organ digitalis
would be improper.   It is administered in the form of a tincture, containing 1 drachm of the acid in 1 ounce of proof spirit;
or of a syrup, made by adding 45 drops of the tincture to 1
ounce of simple syrup. By saturating the acid with potash or
soda, and evaporating, salts of these alkalies are obtained
which hare the same effects as the acid more certainly and
powerfully.
141.         lf Tinctura Acidi Saliculosi, gtt. xx.
Syrupi Menthoe piperitea, 3j.
Aquas Hyssopi, f vj.
Mix: a spoonful to be taken every hour.
In Dropsy.-M. HANNON.
142.         3 Syrupi Acidi Saliculosi,,j.
Aquce Hyssopi, ~v. Mix: as the last.
143.         l Potassii vel Sodii Salicylidi, 3ss.
Extracti Graminis (vel Tarax.), q. s.
Make into a hundred and twenty (120) pills. Take from two to five
pills in the day.
In Dropsies.-M. HANNON.
144.         R3 Potassii vel Sodii Salicylidi, 3ss.
Sacchari Lactis pulv.?iv.
Mix well, and divide into sixty powders. Two to four packets in the
day.
In Dropsies.-M. HANNON.
ACIDUM     SULPHURICUM.         Sulphuric Acid.
The concentrated acid (Oil of Vitriol) is a powerful escharotic, rapidly disorganizing the parts with which it comes in
contact, and is consequently an energetic corrosive poison.
Largely diluted, it is administered as an antiseptic and refrigerant in typhoid fevers; as a tonic in general debility, and in
weakness of the digestive organs attended with alkaline pyrosis;
as an astringent in hemorrhages and colliquative sweats.
Lately it has been used with remarkable success in many cases
of epidemic diarrhoea and cholera. It is also given in some
chronic cutaneous affections attended with troublesome itching;
in hiccough; in chronic catarrhal diseases, &c.
The dose of the diluted acid (Acidum Sulphuricum Dilutum,




48           THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
L.) is from  10 to 20 or 30 minims; of Acidum Sul2dphuricum
Aromaticum, 5 to 15 minims.
Externally, the strong acid is used alone, carefully applied,
as a caustic; or formed into a paste with saffron (Gausticum
Sulphuricum).     As a rubefacient, it is combined with lard
(Unguentum    Acidi Sulphurici), or with oils (Linimentum Ac.
Sulph. Compositum). With a large quantity of water it is used
as a lotion in some skin diseases, and in injections.
145.         IR Acidi Sul. dil. fgss.
Syrup. simp. ~ij.
Aquae,,xxxij.
M. (Mlineral Lemonade, to be taken as a common drink.)
In cases requiring Mineral Acids.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
146.          R Acidi Sulphurici, (by weight) 3j.
Aquem pura', gxxxij.
Syrupi simplicis, gij. Mix: to be taken by small cupfuls.
As a preventive of Lead Colic.-M. MIARTIN SOLON.
147.          R Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3ij.
Aque destillate, fgvj.
Mix: take f.jss immediately, and repeat in doses of f j after each
liquid evacuation.
In, Epidemic Diarrhoea.-Mr. GRIFFITH.
148.          R Acidi Sulphurici diluti, 3ij.
Aquae purme, f vj.
Mix: take f:j after each liquid evacuation.
In the same.-Dr. H. W. FULLER.
149.          13 Sacchari albi, 3iv.
Acidi Sulphurici diluti, 3ij.
Tinct. Cardamomi comp. f3iv.
Aqume Menthre pip. ad f vj.
Mix: take a fourth part every fourth hour.
In the same.-Mr. E. SIEPHERD.
150.          R Sacchari albi, 3iv.
Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3iss.
Tinct. Cardamomi co. f1iij.
Liq. Morphire Bimeconatis, ixl.
Mistura Camphorre, f vss.
Mix: a fourth part every four hours.
In D)iarrhoea, with Vomiting (English Cholera).
Mr. E. SHEPHERD.
151.          R Acidi Sulphurici diluti, qnlxv.
Infusi Rosse comp. f iss.
Syrupi, f/j. Mix: make a draught.
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152.          R1 Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, fgiss.
Aquse Cinnamomi, f~j.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be taken twice a day in a glass of water.
Dr. J. CLARK.
153.          P~ Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3j.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3vj.
Aquae purse, fviiss.
Mix: a sixth portion to be taken three times a day.
In Debility, with profuse Perspiration. —    Dr. DRUITT.
154.         PR Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3ss to f3j.
Syrupi Mori, f3j.
Aquse purae, f iv. Mix: a tablespoonful three times a day.
In the advanced stage of Inflammatory and Febrile disorders
of Children.                                   Dr. URE.
155.          I Infusi Rosme comp. f3x.
Acidi Sulphurici diluti, wLxxx.
Syrupi, f3j.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken every hour.
In HEmoptysis.-Dr, G. GREGORY.
156.          a Acidi Sulphurici dil. f3ij.
Magnesise Sulphatis, 5vj.
Infusi Rosme comp. vj.
Make a mixture, of which take fgj every fourth hour.
In Epistaxis.-Mr. DAVIS.
157.          R Acidi Sulphurici diluti, rlv-xv.
Infusi Cascarillae, f3x.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
Tonic.-Dr. DRUITT.
158.          R Infusi Rosse comp. fvss.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. f ij.
Extracti Conii, gr. xij.
Syrupi Mori, f3iij.
Make a mixture: take two tablespoonfuls every fourth hour.
In Heemoptysis.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
159.           R Acidi Sulphurici diluti, ltxl.
Spirit. zEtheris comp. f3ij.
Sacchari albi, ~ss.
Aquse Menthw vir. f vj.
Mix; take a fourth part four times a day.
As a Restorative after Illness.-Dr. DRUITT
160.          R Decocti Cinchone, fgvj.
Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3iss.
Make a mixture: dose, a sixth part.
Tonie.-Dr. HooPER




50            THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
161.           R Infusi Cascarillse, f iss.
Magnesike Sulphatis,'j.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. ltxv.
Make a draught, to be taken twice or thrice a day.
Tonic and Laxative.-Mr. BRANDE.
162.           R Acidi Sulphurici diluti, fgss.
Syrupi Rhceados, f ij.
Tinct. Cardamomi, f3ij.
Make a mixture, of which take a teaspoonful every sixth hour, in some
agreeable vehicle.
Dr. PEREIRA.
163.           I Acidi Sulphurici Aromatici, f3iiss.
Syrupi Rosse Gallicse, f3vss.
Aquae destillatgm, f vij.
Mix: make a mixture; take an ounce every sixth hour.
In Passive HcTmorrhages and Colliquative Sweats.
Dr. NELIGAN.
164.          Rx Acidi Sulphurici Alcoholisati (Eau de Rabel), 3ss.
Aquo pure, 3xij.
Syrupi simplicis, ass. Mix: for a common drink.
In Low    Fevers and Passive Hamorrhages.-FRENCH HlOSP.
165.           R Acidi Sulphurici,
AEtheris Nitrici, ana partes oequales.
Mix: take from five to ten drops in an ounce of water.
In Spasms, Hwemorrhages, fc.-VOGLER.
166.          1j Decocti Hordei, f~vij.
Mellis Rosie, f j.
Acidi Sulphurici diluti, f3ss. vel. lTxl.
Mix: make a gargle.
Mr. R. G. HOLLAND.
167.           R Acidi Sulph. rlvxv.
Syrupi simpl. Ass.
Aquoe, giv. Mix: make a gargle.
In Relaxed Throat. —TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
168.           R Mellis Optimi, 5v.
Acidi Sulphurici (pondere), 3j. Mix.
To be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil.
In Aphtlth.-Professor LIPPICH.
169.           3 Acidi Sulphurici dil. f3ij.
Aqus, Oj. Make a lotion.
In Prurigo. —Dr. GREGORY.
170.           1 Acidi Sulphurici (by weight), 3iv.
Acidi Acetici,
Spiritus rectificati, ai lb. ij. Mix.
Applied externally to foul ulcers, and to stop bleeding. Also 20 to 30 drops
given internally in water.
Vulnerary, Styptic, Astringent.-CAMPANA.




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171.          l  Acidi Sulpliurici, 3iss.
Olei Terebinthine, 3ss.
Olei OlivSe,,iss. Mix: make a liniment.
As a CQounter-irritant.-Mr. PEARSON.
ACIDUM TARTARICUM.       See AcIDUM CITRICUM.
ACIDUM TANNICUM.       See GALLZE.
ACONITUM.        Monkshood.
Monkshood (the leaves and root of Aconitum Napellus, Nat.
Ord. Ranunculacea) is a powerful poison.     In medicinal doses
it is anodyne, sedative, diuretic, and diaphoretic.  It produces
a sensation of numbness in the mouth and throat, and the parts
to which it is applied. It is used, both topically and internally,
to relieve neuralgic and rheumatic pains; and is also occasionally administered in hypertrophy of the heart, dropsy, consumption, gastralgia, &c. A slight increase in the quantity or
frequency of the dose mIay be attended with fatal effects; it
must therefore be exhibited with the greatest caution, and the
state of the pulse ascertained before the dose is repeated.  As
there are several Tinctures of Aconite (the doses of which are
stated below), it is of importance that the prescriber should indicate which he intends.     The extract is of such variable
strength, that its use requires especial caution. The following
are the usual doses of the officinal preparations:
Extractum Aconiti, L. or E., I grain to 2 grains.
------ — Alcohol. U. S. & P., - of a grain to 3.
--- ---- —, et siccum, PRUS. PH., 1 grain to 3 grains.
Succus Aconiti (alcholisatus) (less powerful than the tincture of the root).
Tinctura Aconiti, L. (from the root), 5 to 9 minims, but chiefly for outward
use.
Tinctura Aconiti radicis, U. S., as L.
D., 4 to 7 minims.
------------ Dr. FLEMING'S. 3 minims 3 times a day, as an anodyne, aneuralgic, and calmative; or 5 minims, repeated in not less than 4
hours, as an antiphlogistic.
Tinctura Aconiti rad. concentrata, TURnBULL's, for outward use.
----   -   foliorum, U. S., 20 to 30 drops.
Aconitina, dose 1-120th to 1-50th gr.
Liquor Aconitince (Dr. HEADLAND), 1jrv-xij (each drop contains 1-600th gr.).




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Unguentum Aconitince (for outward use, made of several strengths). See
below.
Lotio Aconitinc (Dr. HEADLAND). See below.
Unguentum     Aconiti, and Ung. Aconiti Ammoniatum, are
also for outward use, in neuralgia, &c.     Aconitina, the active
principle of Aconite, is almost too powerful for internal administration.   Its high price used to present an obstacle to its
use in neuralgia.    It may now be made more cheaply by Dr.
Headland's process.
172.          R Tincture Aconiti (Fleming's), f3j.
Sodoe Carbonatis, 3iss.
Magnesie Sulphatis,,iss.
Aquoe destillatae, f vj.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful to be taken when the pain is urgent.
In Gastralgia. —Dr. FLEMING.
173.           R Tincturie Aconiti (D.), -rrLv.
Misture Camphors, f j.
Make a draught, to be taken every fourth hour until the suffering is
mitigated. (Its effects must be carefully watched.)
In Acute Rheumatism and Neuralgia.-Dr. NELIGAN.
174.          EX Extr. Aconiti Alcoholici, granum unum.
Pulveris Glycyrrhizoe, gr. xij.
Syrupi simplicis, q. s. Mix: make into six pills.
Dr. TURNBULL.
175.           R Extracti Aconiti, gr. j.
Antimonii Oxysulphureti, gr. j.
Magnesie, gr. x.
Mix: make a powder, one to be taken every four hours.
In Rheumatic Pains, &c.-VOGLER.
176.          R Extracti Aconiti, 3ss.
Vini Antim. Potassio-tart. ss.
Mix: from 15 to 20 drops to be taken three times a day.
In Painful Gout, with Fever. —RUST.
177.          R Extracti Aconiti, gr. xx.
Tincturte Guaiaci, Vij.
Vini Colchici sem.,ss.
Mix: fifteen drops to be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Gout.-Dr. SOBERNHEIM.
178.           R Extr. Aconiti Alcoholici, gr. xv.
Extr. Taraxaci, gr. xv.
Pulv. Glycyrrhize, q. s.
Mix with great care, and divide the mass into forty pills, of which one
or two may be taken morning and night.
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179.          P1 Extracti Aconiti Alcoholici, gr. ij.
Myristicoe Adipis, gr. xviij.
Misturse Acacise, q. s.
Make into a mass; divide into six pills, of which one may be taken every
sixth hour.
In  Chronic Rheumatism, &c. —Dr. NELIGAN.
180.           1 Extracti Aconiti, gr. j.
Guaiaci Resins, gr. viij.
Olei Cajeputi, q. s.
Make into two pills; take one night and morning.
In Rheumatism, &c. —Dr. COPLAND.
181.           R Tincture Aconiti (Ph. L.), f3x.
Linimenti Saponis, f3vj.
Make a liniment, to be rubbed on the painful joint at bedtime.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
182.           1 Tincturse Aconiti,
Tincturse Belladonnae, ana f3ij.
Aquse Rosae, f iv.
Mix: make an embrocation. Let fqij be rubbed over the sacrum,
groins, &c.
In Threatened Abortion. —Dr. R. EADES.
183.          ]R Tincturie Aconiti, f3j.
Aqu2e destillatse, f j, Make an embrocation.
In Neuralgic Pains.-Dr. R. EADES.
184.           R Tincturoe Aconiti (Fleming's), f3iv.
Extracti Belladonnue, 3ss,
Linim. Camphorte comp. f iss. Make a liniment.
As a Counter-irritant and Sedative.-Dr. OLDHAM.
185.           1f Linim. Saponis,,ij.
Tinct. Aconiti (Ph. L.), 3j. Mix: make a liniment.
186.           R Extracti Aconiti, 3j.
Liquoris Ammoniae, gtt. viij.
Adipis proeparati, 3iij. Make an ointment.
tIn Old Rheumatic Pains, Neuralgia,         c.-Dr. A. TURNBULL.
187.           R Aconitinte purce, gr. ij.
Cerat. Cetacei, 5j.
Mix with the greatest care, and make an ointment, of which rub in a
moderate portion over the region affected by pain.
In Facial Neuralgia.-Dr. HEADLAND.
188.           1 Aconitinue puree, gr. iv.
Cerat. Cetacci, jj.
Mix with great care. A strong aconite ointment..
In the same, to produce a more rapid and powerful effect.
Dr. HEADLAND.




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189.         RP Aconitins, gr. iv.
Olei Olivse, nLviij. Triturate together, then add
Adipis prseparati, 3ij.
Mix; to be used by friction with the finger for several minutes.
In Neucralgia, ce.-Dr. A. TURNBULL.
190.         1R Aconitinse, gr. v.
Olei Olive, 3ss. Rub together, then add
Adipis prseparati, 3viiss.
Olei Bergamii, rLx.
Olei Santali, nlrij. Make an ointment.
In Neuralgic Rheumnatism.-Dr. IH. W. FULLER.
191.         IR Aconitinse purse, granum.
Spirit. restif. 3j.
Aquse destillate, 3ix.
Dissolve the Aconite in the Spirits, then add the water,
and strain.
Add, Glycerinse, 3ij.
Olei Bergamotse, lrvv. Mix: make a lotion.
The solution in spirit and water forms Liquor Aconitince, which may be prescribed internally in minute doses in acute Rheumatism. With the Glycerin,
&c., a lotion is formed, which will rapidly produce numbness if rubbed on to
the painful part in a quantity of about 3ss. at a time.
Anesthetic application.-Dr. HEADLAND.
AcORUS CALAMUS. See CALAMUS.
ADANSONIA.         Baobab Tree.
The bark of the Baobab Tree (Adansonia digitata, Nat. Ord.
Bombacew, or Sterculiacewe) is tonic and diaphoretic, and has
been recommended as a substitute for Cinchona.        It differs
from it, however, in having but little taste.  The decoction is
mucilaginous, and soon spoils. It is taken in the same manner
as Cinchona bark, usually in the form of decoction.
ADIANTUM.        Maidenhair.
Adiantum Capillus Veneris, and A. pedatum, European and
American Maidenhair, are pectoral, and are used, especially in
France, in the form   of Syrup (Sirop de Capillaire).    Mixed
with water, it may be taken as a common drink in catarrhal
disorders.
2EGLE MARMELOS.            Bael, or Bela.
The Bael is sometimes termed the Bengal Quince, but belongs to the Nat. Ord. Aurantiacee.     A decoction of the root




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is used in Malabar as a remedy for hypochondriasis, melancholy, and palpitations of the heart; and of the leaves in
asthma. In this country the bark of the root, and the unripe
fruit and the preserved fruit, have been introduced into medical use, chiefly in irritations of the mucous membrane, and to
obviate costiveness arising from debility.
192.        R Fruct. immaturi Belse, gij.
Aquae, Oj. Boil slowly to f v, and strain.
For a dose, f j to f iss two or three times a day, or every third hour.
In Dysentery and Diarrhoea.-Mr. POUND.
_ESCULUS HIPPOCASTANUM. Horse Chestnut.
The bark of Horse Chestnut has been used as a substitute for
Cinchona. From half an ounce to an ounce of the powder
may be taken in twenty-four hours. The decoction may be used
in the same way as Decoctum Cinchonw.
E]THEREA. lEthers.
LEther.  Sulphuric lEther is a diffusible stimulant, much
employed, on account of its rapid but transient effects, for the
relief of spasmodic and nervous affections not connected with
inflammation; as in spasmodic asthma, angina pectoris, cramp
of the stomach, spasmodic and flatulent colic, hiccough, nervous
palpitation, fainting, &c. Externally, it is applied to produce
cold by evaporation; or if the vapor is confined, as a stimulant
and rubefacient. Inhaled, it produces insensibility to pain,
and is used for this purpose in painful and protracted operations. In some cases, fatal results have followed its inhalation.
The other aethers have a similar effect as diffusible stimuli, but
with some differences..Ether Nitrosus. and Spiritus ZEtheris
Nitrici are mildly stimulating, and more decidedly diuretic, or
diaphoretic if the patient be kept warm.  Oleuntm Ethereum is
anodyne and calmative; but is seldom given alone. lEther
Aceticus is much used on the Continent, internally, as a mild
stimulant, diaphoretic, antispasmodic, and nervine; externally,
in stimulating liniments; and alone, in gentle frictions in Gout.
Ezther Hydrochloricus, Muriatic Ether, is regarded as diuretic




56           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
and diaphoretic.   What has been termed Chloric tlther is a
solution of chloroform in alcohol.
Chloroforrny, Chloroform, is classed with the ZEthers; it is
given as a pleasant and effective antispasmodic, in spasmodic
asthma, colic, cholera, &c.; and is used externally as a stimulant and anodyne; and to arrest phagedenic ulceration.       Inhaled, it is now preferred to sether for producing insensibility
to pain; but requires caution.      The doses of the officinal
sethereal compounds are:
Jther [Sulphuricus], 20 minims to a fluid-drachm, or sometimes more.
Spiritus ^itheris compositus, from half a fluid-drachm to two.
Etlher Nitrosus, 10 to 20 minims.
Spiritus Ethseris Nitrici, half a fluid-drachm to two.
_Ether Aceticus, from 5 to 30 or 40 drops.
Ether llMuriaticus, 10 to 30 minims.
Spiritus AEtheris Muriaticus, 20 minims to a drachm.
Chloroformyl [chloroform], 3 to 12 drops; in delirium tremens, to a drachm.
lEther Chloricus is of uncertain strength, and usually contains 1 part of
chloroform to 6 or 7 parts of alcohol.
[_Ether Ansestheticus (chlorinated hydrochloric ether), Amylene, Dutch liquid, and some other ethereal compounds have
been used for inhaling.]
193.          If AEtheris Sulphurici, f3iij.
Misturce Camphore, fgvss.
Make a mixture. Dose, a fourth part.
-Dr. HOOPER.
194.          R 2Etheris, fsj.
Cetacei, gr. ij. Rub up together, and add
Aquse (vel Aq. Menthre pip.), f3xj. Make a draught.
In Nervous IHeadache, Spasmodic Uolic, fc.-DURANDE.
195.           c Altheris Sulphurici, fgss.
Misture Camphorre, f vij.
Syrupi Croci, f~ss.
Make a mixture, of which give for a dose three large spoonfuls.
In Spasms (repeated every 1, 2, or 3 hours, according to their
violence).                               Mr. BRANDE.
196.         13 _Etheris Sulphurici,
Liquoris Ammonie, ana f3ss.
Misture Camphore, f3x.
Tinct. Cardamomi comp. f3j.
Make into a draught, to be taken two or three times a day.
In Nervous eHeadache.-Mr. BRANDE.




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197.           R JEtheris Sulphurici, 3ij.
Olei Ricini, 3j.
Mix: a teaspoonful every one, two, or three hours.
In Tape Wormns.-ALIBERT.
198.           R  Etheris Sulphurici, 3iij-vj.
Olei Terebinthine rectif. 3ij.
Mix: ten or twelve drops to be taken in sugared water morning and
evening.
In Gall Stones.-DURANDE.
199.           R Sp. /Etheris compositi, f3j.
Misturte Camphorae, f j.
Tinct. Cardam. comp f3ij.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken immediately, and repeat in two
hours, if the flatulence continues troublesome.
In Flatulent Colic.-Dr. NELIGAN.
200.           R Misturae Canphoroe, f~j.
Spir. /Etheris comp. f3ij.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. f3iv.
Spir. Anisi, f3vj.
Olei. Carui, tLxij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3ij.
Aquae Menthae pip. f.vss.
Mix: make a mixture; take two tablespoonfuls for troublesome flatulence.
In Flatulent Colie.-Dr. Joy.
201.           1 Magnesiae Carbon. 3j.
Aquas Anethi, f3x.
Spir..Etheris comp. f3j.
Tinct. Castorei, 3j.
Olei Anisi, lriij. Mix: make a draught.
Dr. COPLAND.
202.           R Spir. Ammonioe Arom. f3iss.
Spir. _Etheris Sulph. f3j.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3iij.
Aqute Anethi, f iiiss. Mix: dose, a third part frequently.
In Hysteria, Syncope, Tympanitis, &c.-Dr. DRUITT.
203.           R Spir. AEtheris comp. fjj.
Spir. Ammonie Arom. f ss.
Spir. Cinnamomi, f3ss.
Inf. Cascarillae, fiv. Make a mixture: dose, a sixth part
Dr. HOOPER
204.           I Misturae Camphorae, f j.
Liq. Ammon. Acetatis, f3ij.
Sp. AEtheris comp. f3j.
Tinct. Camphoroe comp. f3j.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3j. Mix: make a draught.
In Angina Pectoris.-Dr. COPLANI
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58           TIIE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
205.          R Spiritus Atheris Sulphurici, f Tj.
Solutionis MNlriatis Morphli, (Ph. Ed ) 11Lxv.
AquAe Menthae  piperiize, t'j,.
Mix: make a draught to be taken immediately; and repeat, if necessary, in a quarter of an hour.
In Spasm of Stomach, and Spuasmodic Colic.-Dr. NELIGAN.
206.     P       Mist. Camphorre, f3x.
Sp. AEtheris Sullphrici, faj.
Confect. Aromallice, 3j.
Tinct. ILavarid. comp. t3ss.
Mix: make a draught, and repeat in four hours, or if the symptoms are
urgent.
ein the sinking of Fevers, Palpitations, &c.-Dr. JOY.
207.         PR Spirit. IEtheris comp. f3iij.
Tinct. Abelmoschi. fQj.
Misturle Camphor'l, f`vj.
Two tablespoonfuls occasionally.
To allay Nervous Excitability.-Dr. R. REECE.
208.      P       Spir. XEtheris comp. Rwviij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici dil. jLiv.
Alisture Camphorle, f3iij.
Make a draught, to be taken every sixth hour. [For a child of five
years of age.]
In the advanced stage of Fever.-Dr. WEST.
2'09.          R Spirit. }Etlheris Aromatici, f3j.
Aquar Cinnamomi, f3vj.
Spir. Lavand. comp. f3j. Mix: make a cordial draught.
Dr. E. G. CLAKK.
210.           R   E Atheris Sulphurici,
Liquoris Anrmonie Acet.
Spiritus Vini rectificati. ana friss.
Aqnoe Rosse, fiiiiss. Mix: make aneevaporating lotion.
In Inflammation of the lBrain.-Dr. CGPLAND.
211. P              bEtheris Sulphurici,
Spir. Camphorae,
Tinctur'e Opii,
Tincturre Cantharidis, ana f3iv.
Mix: make a liniment, to be rubbed upon the affected part frequently
during the day.
In Hysterical Pain in the Side.-Dr. ASHIWELL.
212;.            Sp, AEtheris Nitrici. f3j.
Aquoe destillatme, f-j. Make a draught.
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213.     R1 Spirit. AEtheris Nitrici, f3iij.
Liq. Ammunia Acetatis, f j.
Misturte Camlphora', fjivss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3ij.
Make a mixture, of which take three large spoonfuls frequently.
In Low Febrile Affections. —Mr. IBRANDE.
214.          1R Spir. JEtleris Nitrici, fgj.
Liq. Ammoiiie Acetatis, f, ij.
Syrupi sinmplicis, fj.
Aqume ad. f~lv. Mix: dose, two or three spoonfuls.
Diaphoretie.-Dr. HOOPER.
215.       l      Spir. AEttheris Nitrici, f3ij.
Tinct. Camphorcr com p. f3j.
Mucilaginis Acaciae, tfij.
Liq. Amnrmoniie Acetatis, f3ij.
Spirit. Anisi, f;j.
Mist. Camphoroe, f j.
Syrupi Tolutani, f3j.
Make a drauglht, to be taken on going to sl^ep.
In recent Oatarrh.      (To be followed by a stomachic aperient
next morning.)                              Dr. COPLAND.
216.           PX Aqu- dest.illatms, 3j.
Spir. tEtlheis Nitrici, ilxl.
Vini Opii, WrLxv.
Syr. Rlheados, f`iij.
Make a draught, to be taken going to sleep.
As an Anodyne in Fevers.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
217.          SR Sp. jElheris Nitrici,
Sp. Amiioniei Arom. ana fj.
Mix: take a teaspoonlftl t\o or Ithree tiiies a d:;y in water.
Diaphoretic and Diuretic. —Sir A. COOPER.
218.       P    r Spir. Ettlheris Nitrici,
Liqtloris Potasste, alna f~j.
Mix: take a teaspoont'ul in water three times a day.
H. J.
[If the Sp. AEth. Nit. is not free from Aldehyd, the mixture
will be brown.]
219.          P1, Spir. ABtheris Nitrici, f j.
Liq. Ainmotnie Acet. fiv.
Anumonive Sesquic irh. 3j.
Mitturue Caml)li)roe, fgiiss.
Tint. Scillre, fcjss.
Mix: take a tablespoontul three times daily with a tablespoonful of
pure water.
J. HODGSON.




60            THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
220.           R Spir. JEtheris Nitrici,
Syrupi Tolutani, ana f j.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be taken frequently while the cough is troublesome.
In Coughs.-Dr. HOOPER.
221.              A JEtheris Acetici, 3j.
Liq. Ammon. Acet.
Aquee fl. Aurantii, ana 3j.
Syrupi Ribium (vel Mori), 3iij.
Mix  a spoonful every hour.
To promote Diaphoresis.-JAHN.
222.           R   Etheris Acetici, WLIxxx.
Misturoe Camphoroe cum Magnesia, f j.
Make a draught, to be taken immediately, and, if necessary, repeat in
an hour.
In HIysteria. —Dr. NELIGAN.
223.           R Atheris Acetici,.ss.
Acidi Acetici, 3ij.
Aquae Rubi Ideei,,iv.
Syrupi ejusdem, gij. Mix. a spoonful every two hours.
In Nervous Fevers. —SUNDELIN.
224           RB Olei Cajaputi, nLxij.
AEtheris Acetici, 3ij.
Tincturse Opii, 3j.
Mix: ten, fifteen, or more drops to be taken every hour, shaking the
bottle.
In Asiatic Cholera. —PHo(EBS.
225.      P        2Etheris Acetici, gutt. xxx.
Olei Olive, 3ij. Mix: put a few drops in the ear at night.
H. NEIL.
226.:R  Altheris Acetici, 3j.
Saponis sevi, 3j.
Dissolve at a gentle heat, and strain. From half a dr. to 1 dr. to be
used in frictions.
In Rheumatic Pains.-PELLETIER.
227.       P   R   Etheris Hydrochlorici, 3ss.
Aquae Menthae pip. iij.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j. Mix: to be taken by spoonfuls.
As a Stimulant in Sinking. —B       RERA.
228       P        Chloroformylis, gr. xv.
Syrupi flor. Aurant. 3x.
Aquae flor. Tilioe, 3iij.
Mix, according to art; dose, a dessert or tablespoonful.
In violent Colic, Neuralgia, or Asthma.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.




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229.          1 Chloroformi, gutt. vj.
Aquse purse, f'j. Make a draught.
In Asiatic Cholera (after a pill of 5 gr. calomel, and 2 gr.
opium.)                              Mr. J. P. OATES.
230.          R Chloroformi, nLv.
Syrupi Rhteados, f3j.
Aque, f iss.
Make a draught, to be taken when the pain is urgent.
In Spasmodic and Cancerous Diseases.-Dr. NELIOAN.
231.          R Chloroformi, TWviij.
Sp. Vini Gallici, f3iij.
Aque, fyij. Make a draught.
In Cholera.-Mr. BRADY.
232.             Chloroformi, f3j.
Sp. AEtheris comp.
Tinct. Valerianre, ana f3ij.
Aquoe, f iss. Make a draught.
In desperate cases of Deliriu.m   Tremens.
Dr. S. PRATT (U. S.).
233.          R Chloroformi, f3j.
Aquoe, fgiiss. Make a draught.
In the same.-Mr. BUTCHER.
234.          R Chloroforni, rv.
Tinct. Belladonnm, f3ss. [Twxv?]
Syrupi Croci, f'j.
Aquoe destillate, fgiss.
Mix: make a draght. Take such a draught three or four times a day.
Int Epileptiform IHysteria, and Hysterical _Neuralgia.
Dr. NELIGAN.
235.           f Chloroformi, part j.
Misturll   Acacies, p. ij.
Mix: make an injection. It produces severe pain.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. H. BEHRENDS.
236.          l Chloroformi, 3j.
Olei Terebinthinse, ~iiiss. Make a liniment.
In Intermittents (rubbed on the spine).-M. ARAN.
237.          R Chloroformi, Lmxx.
Tinct. Aconiti rad.
Tinct. Opii, ana f3j.
Lin. Camphorse comp. fsxiv. Mix: make a liniment.
In Neuralgic and Rheumatic Pains. —Dr. NELIGAN.
238.          R Chloroformi, 3j.
Camphorae, 3j.
Adipis praep. 3j.
Make an ointment, to be applied every night.
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62           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
239.          R Chloroformi, 3ss.
Cerati Galeni (c'old cream), 3j. Make an ointment.
To allay Itching in Urticaria, &c. —-Dr. NELIGAN.
240.          1 Chloroformi, gutt. Ix.
Adipis, 3j.
Rub up together in a mortar, to form an ointment.
In Neuralgic and lRheumatic Pains.-M. BouIs.
241.          1 Chloroformi, 3iv.
Potassii Cyanidi, 3iij.
Ung. Cerae Albae, ~iv. Make an ointment.
In Neuralgia.-CAzENAVE.
242.          1, Pulv. Resinze flav. ass.
Chloroformylis, q. s. to dissolve the'esin.
Impregnate with this thick solution a small piece of cotton, and introduce
it into the hollow of the tooth.
In Toothache.-TROussEAU and REVEIL.
243.          R Chloroformi, f3j.
Zinci Oxydi, 3ss.
01. Olivee, 3j.
Cerati Cetacei, 3iv. Mix: make an ointment.
To sensitive Ulcers of the Rectum.-Mr. CURLING.
244.         R1 Chloroformi, nTxx.
Olei Olivse, fgj.
Make a liniment: to be smeared on the skin, previously well dried, after
a tepid bath.
In Lichen.-Dr. NELIGAN.
245.          13 A2theris Chlorici, f3j.
Pulveris Acaciae, 3ss.
Aquae, f, iv.
Make a mixture, of which a third part may be given for a dose.
Antispasmodic and Stimulant.-Dr. DRUITT.
246.          R A3ltheris Chlorici, 3j-iij.
Aquae destillatse, Oj. Make a lotion.
In painful affections of the Breast.-Mr. TUSON.
ALCOHOL.
In the form of Rectified Spirit and Proof Spirit, alcohol is
used in many pharmaceutical preparations, which are noticed
under the several drugs. Largely diluted spirit is used in
evaporating and other lotions, in gargles, collyria, &c. Ardent
Spirits (brandy, rum, gin, whisky, &c.) mlay be regarded as
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speak here; but we may notice Dr. Paris's opinion, that the
habitual use of them   induces "more than half of all our
chronical diseases."  Medicinally, they are sometimes prescribed, particularly brandy, to rouse the system    in some
cases of extreme debility, the sinking stage of typhus fever,
&c.   Mlistura Spiritus Vini Gallici is given in the dose of
half an ounce to an ounce, frequently repeated.
247.         R Infusi Thsese, Oij.
Succi Liimonis, f'j.
Spiiti. Vini Gallici,.iv.
Sacchari albi, liv. Mix: a small glassfuil fiequently.
In Cholera,'c.-MAGENDIE.
248.         R Spiritus Vini rectificati,
Albuminis ovi, partes oequales.
Mix: to be applied with a feather.
To Bed Sores in their first stage.-Dr. CIIISTISON.
249.         l  Spiritus rectificati, f  j.
Aqule purte, f xv  Malke a lotion.
To produce cold by evaporation.-Dr. DRUITT.
250.         B  Spirit, Vini rectificati, fiv.
Liquoris Calcis, f.viij. Make a lotion.
To inflamed sur'faces.-Dr. REECE.
251.         ~ Spirit. Vini rectif. gij.
Liq. Ammonite Acet.,vj. Mix: make a lotion.
Discutient.-R. G. HOLLAND.
252.     R! Spirit. rectificati, f3ij.
Aquae (vel Aque Rosse), liv. Make an eyewash.
PH(EBUS.
ALLIUM.
Allium  Sativum, Garlic; and Aliurm     Cepa, Onion (Nat.
Ord. Liliacee), are stimulant, diuretic, expectorant, and deobstruent; but are more suitable for cold phlegmatic constitutions
than for hot and bilious ones.  They are seldom   prescribed;
but have been recommended in chronic catarrhs, humoral
asthma, worms, &c.   Dr. Sydenham says he has seen dropsies
cured by garlic. Epilepsy, of old standing, is said to have
been cured by a strong infusion of it.  Externally, Garlic is
used as a revulsive.  Onions, roasted and split, are applied as
maturating cataplasms.




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Dose of Garlic, ~ dr t. to 2 dr. (a clove or two is recommended
to be taken in the morning, for worms); Syrupus Allii, a teaspoonful; Vinum    Cepw, a wineglassful as a diuretic; Unguentum Allii is rubbed on the soles of the feet in hoopingcough.
253.         r Allii contusi, lb.ss.
Aquae, lb j.
Let them stand in an oven, in a covered vessel, for some hours; then strain.
Two spoonfuls to be taken before and after every meal.
In Epilepsy.-Mr. WHITE (Veterinarian).
254.      P     Succi cepoe, 3j.
Sacchari,,iss.
Make into a syrup: a teaspoonful occasionally.
In Coughs of Children, without Inflammation.-Dr. WOOD.
255.         B Allii sativi bulbi, 3ij-iv.
Lactis, vj-viij.
Boil gently, and strain, to make an enema.
In Thread Worms.-RADIUS.
256.         P Bulbos Allii sativi incis. No. 3-4.
Spir. Vin. Gallici, f xxvij.
Macerate for 36 hours, strain, and add
Decocti Bardante, vviij. Make a lotion.
To prevent Baldness.-PnHaBus.
ALOE.     Aloes.
Aloes is the inspissated juice of various species of Aloe (Nat.
Ord. Liliaceee). In full doses it operates pretty certainly,
though slowly, as a stimulant cathartic, chiefly acting on the
lower bowels. In smaller doses it is stomachic and tonic. On
account of its stimulating action on the rectum, aloes must be
cautiously prescribed where there is a tendency to piles; and
as its stimulus extends to the uterus, it is ranked among the
Emmenagogues, and must be used with caution during pregnancy. Aloes is much used as a remedy for sluggish bowels
in persons of sedentary habits; in dyspepsia, hypochondriasis,
jaundice, &c. On account of its extreme bitterness it is usually
given in the form of pills; in the liquid form its taste is partially concealed by liquorice. Its purgative powers are increased
by the addition of bitter tonics.
The dose of Socotrine Aloes is from   1 or 2 grains (as a




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stomachic and laxative), to 12 grains as a cathartic.           Barbadoes and hepatic aloes are regarded as rather more powerful.
The following are the principal officinal preparations in which
it is the chief ingredient, with their respective doses:
Extractum Aloes (Aquosum), 3 to 12 grains.
t" "C        Barb. 2 to 10 grains.
Piluloo Aloes, E. 10 to 20 grains.
comp. 5 to 15 grains.
et Assafoetidte, 10 to 15 grains.
"'    "   curn Sapone, 5 to 15 grains.
"   cum Myrrh.a, 5 to 20 grains.
";" et Ferri, E. 1 to 3 pills.
"'"  et Mastiches, 6 grains.'   Aloetice (Guy's H.), 2 to 4 pills.
Aloina (the active principle), 1 or 2 grains.
Collyrium Aloeticum.
Decoctum Aloes comp. ~ oz. to 2 oz.
Enema Aloes.
Solutio Aperiens (Mettauer's), 1 to 2 drs.
Tinctura Aloes, 1 dr. to 1 ounce.."..     comp. ~ dr. to 1 drachm.
"  Rhei et Aloes, 2 oz. to 1 oz.
"  Aloes Alkalila, 1 dr. to 4 drs.
Vinuin Aloes, 1 to 2 drs as a stomachic.
"   2     ~ oz. to 12 oz. purgative.
Pulvis Aloes comp. 10 to 20 grains.
" ~   "  Ccum Canella, 5 to 15 grains.
"     et Ferri, 5 to 15 grains.
Suppositorium A nthelminticum.
Unguenturn Aloes.
257.           R Aloes Socot. 3ij.
Saponis mollis, (Ph. L.) 3ss.
Olei Menthb pip. nlv.
Make into 30 pills. Take one or two occasionally, as necessary.
In Sluggish Bowels.-Dr. A. T. TIHOMSON.
258.           R Aloes Extracti, Dj.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhte, gr. viij.
Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ss.
Syrupi, q. s.
Make 16 pills. One to be taken before dinner.
In Indigestion with (Costiveness.-Dr. BAILLIE.
259.         PB Pulv. Aloes comp. gr. viij.
Olei Anisi, gutt. ij.
Olei Carui, gutt. j. Make two pills.
A2erient and Carminative.-Dr. HOOPER




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260.           R Extr. Aloes aquosi,
Pulv. Rlhei,
Pulv. Ipec:cuanhb,
Saponis Hislan. sing. gr. xij.
Make a mass, to be divided into 12 lills.  Take one or two for a dose.
In Indigestion.-Dr. G. GREGORiY.
261.           I~ Extracti Aloes aquosi, 3j.
Scammonii opt. 3ss.
Bals. Peruviani, gr. x.
Olei Carui, gult x.
Mix: make 20 pills, of which two or three may be taken, according to
circumstances, occasionally.
For Indolent Bowels in Aged Persons.-Dr. ROBINSON.
262.           R Pulv. Aloes,
Pulv. Mastiches,
Pulv. Rhei, ana 3ss.
Water, sufficient to form a mass, which is to be divided into 20 pills,
of which two or three may be taken before dinner.
In Costiveness and Flatulence in DAyspeptic faabits.
Mr. BRANDE.
263.           B Pil. Aloes comp.
Pil. Fetri comp. ana 3j.
01. Sabinse,
01. Rutte, ana gutt. iij.
Pulv. ('Iapsic'i. gr. viij.
Triturate intimately, and divide into 24 pills. One may be taken three
times a day.
In Amenorrhoea.- Dr. RYAN.
264.           1 Aloes Socotrinse, gr. xvj.
Masiicles, gr. viij.
Extr. Gentiansre,
Pil. Galbani comp. ana gr. iij.
Olei Anisi, q. s.
Make into 12 pills. Take three every day on going to sleep.
As a warm    Laxative, in Asthma,      ec.-Dr. COPLAND.
265.           13 Aloes Socotrinee,
Zingiberis, )ulv. ana 3ss.
Extr. Anthemidis, 3ij.
Make into 20 pills. One or two an hour before dinner.
In Indigestion, with Costiveness.-Dr. HOOPER.
266.          13 Aloes Socotrinse,
Rhei Pulveris, ana 3ss.
Saponis, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 25 pills. Three or four may be taken
occasionally, as may be necessary.
In Dyspepsia, with Costiveness.-DR. ELLIS (U. S.).




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267.           R Pil. Aloes cum Myrrlih. 3ij.
Exlracli Hyoscyami, 3j.
Mix: and divide iio 12 pills. Take one at night, frequently.
As a mild Laxative in Dyspepsia.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
268.          R Pil. Aloes compos 3iiss.
Olei Crotoni-, glutt. j.
Make 12 pills, of which take two at the hour of sleep, as often as may
be necessary.
Dr. ELLIOTSON.
269.          R Aloes spicatse, 3ss.
Rhei pulveris. 3!s.
Extr. Gentianre, 3j.
Syrnpi, q. s. Make.20 pills. Tlke two twice a day.
In Dyspepsia, with Torpid Bozwels.-Dr. AINSLIE.
270.          13 Aloes Socot. 3iij.
Mastiches, 3j.
Petaloe Rosre (vel Pulv. Rhei), 3j.
Fellis insl)issti, 3i,-s.
Mix well, and divide into 100 pills, of which take two or three before
dinner.
In Indigestion.-Dr. COPLAND.
271.          13 Pil. Aloes et MIyrrhre, 3j.
Pil. Galbani comp 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 40 pills. Take two three times a day.
In Costiveness, with -Nervous Debility.-Dr. FARRE.
272.         PR Plilv. Aloes comp. 3ij.
Pulv. Antimonii comp.?j.
Syr. Zingiberis, q s.
Make into 16 pills. Take two every night.
As a Sudorific Laxative.-Dr. AINSLIE.
273.' BExtr. Aloes Barb. aquosi,
Saponis Hispanici,
Theriac(e (treacle),
Extr. Glycyrrhizae, each 7j.
Soften together in a water bath, and then divide into 48 pills. Take
one on going to sleep.
Dr. MARSHALL HALL.
274.           l Aloes Barbad. gr. xxiv.
Acidi Sulphurici, gutlas sex.
Mix well, and divide into 6 pills, of which two may be taken every
fourth hour.
In Obstinate Costiveness.-Dr. DICKSON.
275.           R Pil. Aloes comp.
Pil. Hydrargl ri, ana gr. xxv.
Syr. Zingiberis, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills; take one every night, going to sleep.
In Flatulent Intdigestion, with Liver Derangement.
Dr. AINSLIE.




68            TIIE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
276.           R Pulv. Aloes comp. 3j.
Pulv. Antimonii comp. gr. v.
Saponis duri, Dss.
Decocti Aloes comp. q. s.
Make a mass and divide into 20 pills, of which two may be taken to excite a proper action ot the bowels.
Dr. PARIS.
277.           R Extracti Aloes aquosi,
Qninse Disulphatis, ana 3j.
Mix: make into 20 pills, one to be taken at bedtime.
In Costiveness from     Torpor of Colon, and Deficient Bile.
PITTSCHAFT.
278.           R Extracti Aloes purif. gr. xviij.
Quinae Disulphatis, gr. xij. 
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. vj.
Extracti Rhei, gr. xviij.
Mix: make 12 pills, take one at noon and one just before going to sleep.
Dr. BARON.
279.           R Pulv. Aloes, gr. iv. ad viij.
Syrupi simp. (vel empyrenmatici), 3j.
Make an electuary to be taken at evening.
[This is continued nightly with only 2 grains, or q. s. of aloes, for a child of
7 to 10 years.]
In Chorea.-Dr. JAMES HAMILTON.
280.           R Vini Aloes, f iss.
Spir. Ammonise arom. f ss.
Mix: dose, a tablespoonful, with water.
As a Warm Aperient. —Dr. AINSLIE.
281.           R Decocti Aloes comp.
Inf Gentianve comp. ana f iij.
Liq. Potasse, 3ij.
Mix: take two large spoonfuls every morning.
In Headache, with Indigestion.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
282.          1R Decocti Aloes comp. f3iv.
Infusi Cascarillm, f j.
Make a draught, to be taken once or twice a day.
In Costiveness in Weak Hysterical Subjects.-Dr. UWINS.
283.           R Decocti Aloes comp. f iij.
Mist. Ferri comp. f v.
Make a mixture, take two spoonfuls twice a day.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
284.          13 Decocti Aloes comp. f ivss.
Sode Bicarbon. 3j.
Vini Aloes, f3vj.
Extracti Taraxaci, 3iij.
Spir. Pimentse, f ss.
Mix: take a third part for a dose.
In Habitual Constipation.-Dr. COPLAND.




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285.     P     3 Decocti Aloes comp. f viss.
Tinct. Sennm comp. f j.
Tinct. Scille, f3iij.
Make a mixture, three tablespoonfuls to be taken occasionally.
As a Laxative, in Asthma. —Dr. R. REECE.
286.          R Decocti Aloes compositi, ftij.
Syrupi Croci,
Syrupi Rhei, ana f ss.
Make a mixture, to be taken in two doses.
In Torpor of the Bowels, with Chlorosis. —Dr. NELIGAN.
287.          R Decocti Aloes compos. f iss.
Extracti Glycyrrhizem, 3ij.
Vini Aloes, f3ij.
Mix: one or two teaspoonfuls twice a day.
As a Laxative and Vermifuqe for Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
[The same, with rtxxx-lx Tinct. Ferri Sesquichloridi, is given to prevent
the re-generation of worms.]
288.          R Decocti Aloes comp. f~vss.
Infusi Sennc comp. fgij.
Tinct. Sennm,
Tinct. Jalapce, ana f3ij.
Make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls twice daily, morning
and late in the evening.
Dr. PARIS.
289.          R Decocti Aloes comp. f iij.
Potas. Bicarbon. 3ij.
Ferri Ammonio-tart. (Aikin's), 3ss.
Sp. Ammonite arom. f3iij.
Aquie, gviss.
Make a mixture, take a sixth part twice a day.
Laxative and Tonic.-H. J.
290.          R Aloes,.j.
Sacchari crystallati, 3ij.
Triturate intimately: and divide into 18 equal doses; give one occasionally.
In Convalescence from     Chorea. —Dr. JAS. HAMILTON.
ALTHIEA.        Miarsh Mlallow.
The dried root of Marsh Mallow        (Althaea officinalis, Nat.
Ord. Malvacee) is used as an emollient and demulcent, in inflammations and irritations of the alimentary canal, and of the
urinary   and respiratory organs.     The powdered root is employed to give consistence and coherence to pill-nasses, &c.




70           TIlE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
The leaves and flowers of Altlhea (as well as of the common
mallow, MAalva Sylvestris) have similar properties, but are
chiefly used externally, in soothing fornentations, &c.
The powdered root, and albo lMistura Altlhaw, Syrupus
Althexx, and Pasta Althcew, are taken         almost ad libitum.
Unguentumn Althxx is emollient and resolvent.
291.         1R Decocti Altheae, f vj.
Syrlipi simplicis, fj.
Make a mixture, of which give a third portion, every sixth hour.
In Calculous Disorders, and Infltammation of the Kidneys.
Dr. A. T. THlOMSON.
292.          1r Pulv. Althsee,
Pulv. Gl) cyrrhizoe, ana iij.
Pulv. Poitsste Nitratis,.ss.
Pulv. Camphorue, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 30 powders; one powder three times a day.
293.          1 Rad. Altlihee,,ij.
R.,d. Glycyrrhliz,, 3iij.
Aquse, Oi-s. Boil lown to a pint, and strain.
Dr. COPLAND.
294.           3 Rad. Althese,.j.
Aquce, Oss. Coque ad f-v. cola, et adde
Lactis, f  iij.
Mellis, ~iss. Make a gargle.
TROUSSEAU.
295.              w Fsectum Solani tuberosi,
Decocti Alihmae, aria p sq.
Mix the starch witlh a little of the cold decoction, then add the remainder of the decoction, and boil until it assumes a proper consistency
for use as a poul ice.
In Irritable Diseases of the Skin. —Dr. JoY.
296.          R Infusi Altlihte, f.xvj.
Liq Plumbi )iacetatis, f3j-ij. Make a lotion.
In Lichen and Chronic iEczema. —Dr. BURGESS.
297.      P      Decocti Althseae, Oss.
Sodce SuliIhatis, gj.
Olei Oliv\e, f'j. Mix: make an enema.
Dr. HOOPER.
ALUMEN. Alum.
Alum (Sulphate of Alumina and Potash) is astringent, and
is prescribed in haemorrh.lges, chronic diarrhcea, and dysentery,
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lead colic. Locally, its saturated solution is used as a styptic;
and a weaker solution as a lotion, to ulcers and chilblains; as
a gargle, in relaxed sore throat, excessive salivation, &c.; as a
collyrium in chronic ophthalmia,; as an injection in gleet, &c.
The powder is blown into the throat in diphtherite, &c. Burnt
alum is chiefly used as a mild caustic to repress proud flesh.
The usual dose of alum is from 5 to 30 grains for an adult,
or 1 to 5 grains for chillren: some practitioners have given as
much as a teaspoonful to children of two years old, as an
emetic in croup.
Confectio Aluminis (St. Bart. II.), a drachm.
Liq. Aluminis C(ompositus (L.), for outward use.
298.    B: Aluminis, gr. xlviij.
Aquoe calidre, f3vss.
Syrupi, f~ss.
Mix: dose, fromr f3ss to f5iv, according to the age, three or four
times a day.
In Bronchitis.-Dr. ANDREWS.
299.          1 Aluminis, gr. xxiv.
Acidi Sulphurici  diltiti, ITjxij.
Syrupi Riceados, f3iv.
Aquoe purse, fiiss.
Make a mixture, take f3iij every six hours.
In Hooping-cough.-Dr. WEST.
300.          R Aluminis, 3ss.
Aqume, fiiiiss.
Symupi Rlc(eados, fgiv.
Mix: take forn a teaspoonful to a tablespoonful, according to the age
of the patient, twice a day.
lit Inooping-cough.-Dr. DAVIS.
301.          R Aluminis, gr. xxv.
Extrlcti Conii, gr. xij.
S) rupi Rlioeados, f3ij.
Aque Anethi, f iij.
Mix: take a dessertspoonful every sixth hour.
In the second stage of Hooping-cough.-Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
302.          R Aluminis, 3iss.
Syrupi Rosat Gallice, f~j.
Aque Rosoe, f, vij.
Mix: make a mixture, of which let the patient take a tablespoonful every
three or four hours.
In Painters Colic and old Diarrhoeas.-Dr. NELIGAN.




72            THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
303.           R Infusi Rosie comp. fgviiss.
Aluminis, 3ij.
Tinct. Cardam. co. fgss.
Mix: give two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Habitual Constipation.-Dr. ALDRIDGE.
304.           R Aluminis, 3ij.
Magnes. Sulphatis, ~j.
Infusi Rosi comp. f~viij.
Mix: give two tablespoonfuls with two wineglassfuls of water, early in
the morning, every day.
In Habitual Constipation and Lead Colic.-Dr. ALDRIDGE.
305.          1~ Aluminis, 3j.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. f3iss.
S rupi simpl. f ss.
lnfusi Rosi cornp. f^vij.
Mix: dose, one-sixth every fourth hour.
In Passive HEemorrhages.-Dr. DRUITT.
306.           R Pulv. Aluminis,
P. Kino, ana 3iiss.
Syrupi simp. q. s.
To make a mass to be divided into 100 pills; dose, 2-10 daily.
In Chronic liiarrhoea or Menorrhagia.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
307.          fP Aluminis, 3iiss.
Syrup. Rhatanise,,ij.
Aquoe, ~vj.
Dissolve the alum in the water, and add the syrup; divide into four
doses, and administer at intervals of half an hour.
ln HWmoptysis.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
308.          IR Camphorae rasue, gr. iv; rub up with
Mucilaginis Acacire, f ss.
Aqute Pimentoe, f3j.
Pulv Aluminis, 3ss.
Spirit. Anisi, f3j.
Syrupi Croci, f3ss.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken every fourth or fifth hour, first shaking the vial.
In Painters' Colic.-Dr. COPLAND.
309.           R Lactis Vaccini bullientis, Oj.
Aluminis contriti, 3ij.
Boil together until a coagulum is formed; strain the serum, and give a
wineglassful frequently.
Mr. BRANDE.
310.           R Pulveris Aluminis, 3iiss.
Mellis albi, 3x.
Mix: half a spoonful to be given every hour; and powdered alunr
blown into the throat every four hours.
In Croup and.Diphtheritis.-Dr. TROUSSEAU




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311.           R Pulv. Aluminis, 3j.
Pulv. Cubebbe, 3v.
Make a powder, to be taken three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea.-M. RICORD.
312.           R Pulv. Aluminis, gr. viij.
Quinse Disulph. gr. ij.
Pulv. Acacie,
Pulv. Sacchari albi, ana gr. xij.
Make a powder. Prepare 12 such powders, and let the patient take one
powder every third hour.
In Passive Haemorrhages, Adynamic Fevers,.c.
Dr. COPLAND.
313.           I Picis liquids,
Ptlv. Aluminis, ana 3v.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizoe, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into pills of 42- grains; take from 6 to 10 every
day.
In Gonorrhoea.-M. BERTON.
314.           R Pulv. Aluminis, gr. vj.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhae, gr. iss.
Syrupi Papav. q. s.
Make a bolus, to be repeated in four or six hours.
In Dysentery.-Dr. JOY.
315.          lR Pulv. Aluminis, gr. xij.
Pulv. Catechu, gr. v.
Cinnamomi, gr. iv.
Conf. Rosie, q. s.
To make a bolus, to be taken three times a day.
In Flooding from Relaxation.-Dr. OSBORNE.
316.           R Pulv. Aluminis, gr. vj. Dissolve in
Aquse Rosae, f v. Make an eyewash.
In Chronic Ophthalhnia.-Mr. BRANDE.
317.          1R Pulv. Aluminis, gr. vj ad Dj.
Aquse Rosse, f vj. Dissolve, and make an eyewash.
Mr.  G. G. HOLLAND.
318.          1R Aluminis, 3ij.
Inf. Rosse, Oj. Make a lotion.
In Acne, Pityriasis, Eczema,'c. (after the removal of the incrustations).                              M. CAZENAVE.
319.           R Aluminis, 3j.
Decocti Cinchonie, f xij.
Mellis Rosse, f iss. Mix: make a gargle.
In relaxed Sore Throat.-Sir A. COOPER.
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74            THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
320.           R Infusi Rose comp.
Decocti Althoee, ana f iij.
Aluminis, 3j.
Mel. Rosie, f ij. Make a gargle. Use frequently.
In relaxed Sore Throat and Ulcerated Mouth.-Dr. NELIGAN.
321.           R Aluminis, 3j.
Acidi Sulph. diluti, lLxx.
Tinct. Myrrh3e, fsij.
Decocti Cinchon-e, f vj. Make a gargle.
Dr. HOOPER.
322.          P1 Pulv. Acaciam, 3ss.
Pulv. Aluminis, gr. v.
Mix with great care, and make a powder. To be applied to the nipple
as often as may be necessary.
To Sore Nipples (applied after suckling).
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
323.           R Aluminis pulv. 3j.
Crette prteparatse, jj.
Mix carefully, and make a powder, of which a portion may be sprinkled
on the nipple as often as occasion may require.
Dr. PEREIRA.
324.           R Pulv. Aluminis,
Pulv. Acacie, ana part. seq.
Mix: to be blown into the nostrils.
In _Epistaxis.-M. LECLUYSE.
325.     P     R Aluminis pulv. 5vj.
Tinct. Capsici concent. 3ij.
Mix, and dry. A very small quantity of the powder to be applied to
the tonsils.
Dr. TURNBULL.
326.           R Aluminis; 3iss.
Aqute Rose, f viij. Make an injection.
In Gonorrhoea.-BELL.:327.           1 Liq. Aluminis comp. fgvj.
Aquae destillatae, f vss.
Misturae Acaciae, f ss. Mix: make an injection.
In Gleet.-Mr. BRANDE.'328.           R Aluminis, 3ij.
Decocti fol. Juglandis, Oij. Mix: make an injection.
In Leucorrhoea.-M. TROUSSEAU.
329.           R Infusi Lini, f'xv.
Aluminis, 3ij.
Tincturte Kino, %j. Mix: make an injection.
In Cauliflower Excrescence of the Uterus.-Dr. CLARK.




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330.         R Aluminis, 5j-iv.
Decocti Quercus, Oj. Make an injection.
Sir A. COOPER.
331.         R Aluminis usti,
Hydrarg. Nitrico-oxydi, ana 3j, Mix well.
As a Causti for Fungous Growths. —     Dr. KIRKLAND.
332.         1 Aluminis, 3j.
Butyri recentis, j. Make an ointment.
In Hlemorrhoids.-M. SUNDELIN.
333.          3 Aluminis usti,
Sodoe biboratis, ana 3ss.
Medulle bovinue,.j.
Olei Bergamie, gutt. vj.
Mix: make an ointment. Half a teaspoonful to be rubbed on the head
night and morning.
To promote the Growth of the JHair. —FRICKE.
ALUMINA.       ALUMINIE ACETAS, &c.
Alumina, earth of Alum, or Argil, is the basis of clays and
boles; but for medical use it is usually obtained from alum.
It is chiefly prescribed in diarrhoea and dysentery of children,
to whom it is given in some mucilaginous liquid, to the amount
of 30 grains, or more, in the day.   To adults, in doses of 10
to 20 grains several times a day.
Acetate of Alumina is astringent, sometimes used in injections, and more rarely given in hoemoptysis, &c.
The simple Sulphate of Alumina is used to preserve animal
substances, and also in detergent and antiseptic lotions to foul
ulcers.
334.         R Aluminte puree, 3ss.
Acaciae pulv. 3j.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Aqume Foniculi, f iij.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be given frequently.
In  )iarrhoea of Children. —RIECKE.
335.         R Alumine Acetatis, gr. x-xx.
Aqum destillatae, f iij. Make an injection.
Dr. PEREIRA.
336.         R Aluminue Sulphatis, 3ij.
Aquoe destillatte, f viij. Make a lotion.
To Foul Uleers.-Dr. PENNYPACKER (U. S.)




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[Tannate' of Alumina is commended by Mr. B. Harrison
and others, in injections; but they appear to have used a
spurious salt. We therefore omit their formunle.]
AMMONIA. AMMONIE CARBONAS, &c.
Ammonia, whether in its caustic state or combined with carbonic acid, is antacid, diaphoretic, and stimulant.  It stimulates the stomach and increases the action of the heart and
arteries, without unduly exciting the brain.  It is prescribed,
in the form of some of the compounds mentioned below, in
fainting, and sinking of the vital powers from haemorrhages,
&c.; in poisoning by prussic acid and other sedatives; in some
cases of scarlet and typhus fever, and delirium tremens; and
as an antidote to the bites and stings of venomous reptiles and
insects. Ammonia has also been supposed to remedy the nervous disorders produced by alcohol'and tobacco.
The sesquicarbonate is less irritant than the caustic ammonia
(as contained in Liquor Ammoniae); the bicarbonate is still
milder.
The Sp. Ammonix aromaticus, etfoetidus, L., contain a carbonate of ammonia; the same preparations of the E. and D.
Ph., and the simple Sp. Ammoniie, E., contain ammonia in a
caustic state, and are consequently rather more irritant.
The vapor of Ammonia is applied to the nostrils as a stimulant in faintness, nervous headache, vertigo, suspended animation, &c.  It should not be used in a too concentrated form,
especially when the patient is in an insensible state; as the
after-effects have sometimes proved serious.
Spiritus Ammonice Aromaticts, L., 20 to 80 minims.
-- - -- -  -E. and D., 10 to 60 minims.
-        _ —---— _  - EIcetidus, L., 40 to 60 minims.
---— __ ---- E., 20 to 60 Ininims.
Liquor Ammonice, 10 to 30 minims.
----- ---- fortior, 3 to 10 minims.
4Ammornice Sesquicarbonas, 4 to 15 grains; or as an emetic, 30 grains.
Ammonice Bicarbonas, 6 to 24 grains.
Liq. Ammonice Sesquicarbonatis, 20 to 40 minims.
-— Anisttus, 5 to 20 drops.
Volatilis Cornu Cervi, 20 to 60 minims.
Tinct. Amrmonice Composita, 5 to 10 minims.




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Linimentum    Ammonite; Lin. Ammonie Sesquicarbonatis;
Linimentum    Ammonite compositum; Emplastrum        Ammonite;
and Unguentum     Ammonite, are used as local stimulants, or
rubefacients, and counter-irritants.
337.          R Liquoris Ammoniae, gutt. x.
Aquae cum Sacclaro, ~iij.
Mix' to be taken in the course of the day.
To remove the ill effects of Tobacco and Alcoholic Drinks.
M. TESSIER.
338.          R Liquoris Ammoniae,
Tinct. Cardamomi comp.
Tinct. Gentianas coml. ana f3ss.
Mistura Camphorse, f iss. Make a draught.
In Fainting, Giddiness, and Acidity of the Stomach.
Mr. BRANDE.
339.          R Liquor. Ammoniae, nTrxv.
MiaturSe Amy)gdalae, f'ij.
Tinct. Opii, ITLvj.
Make a draught: to be taken three times a day.
In Acidity of the Primne Vixe.-Dr. Joy.
340.          1 Liq. Ammonia, rLx.
Infusi Chiraytae, f j.
Tinct. Aurantii, f3ij.
Make a draught: to be taken morning and noon.
In Dyspepsia of the Debilitated, with Acidity.-Dr. NELIGAN.
341.          R Liquor. Ammoniae, gtt. x.
Syrupi Erysimi, Hiss.
Infusi Tiliae, giij. Mix: to be taken at one dose.
Prescribed for Napoleon I, for the immediate cure of Severe
Hoarseness.                               Dr. FOREAU.
342.          R Ammonise Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Misturat Camphorae, gvss.
Syr. Zingiberis, 3iv.
Mix: make a mixture. Take a tablespoonful every second hour.
In Prostration of Typhus Fever.-Dr. JoY.
343.          l3 Ammoniae Sesquicarb. 5ij.
Aquoe destillatae, fgv.
Two teaspoonfuls to be taken every three or four hours. When the
difficulty of swallowing abates, cold water, or toast-water may be
added to each dose.
In Scarlatina.-Dr. PEART.
[Mr. Wilkinson gives the same medicine also in Erysipelas,
Rubeola, Urticaria, Roseola, and Erythema.]




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344.           R Ammon. Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Sodte Carbonatis, 3j.
Infusi Quassis, f~vj. Mix: take a sixth part for a dose.
In Indigestion, with Acidity.-Dr. HOOPER.
345.           R Ammonise Sesquic. gr. xxv.
Aqute destillatse, fgvss.
Tinct. Calumbte, f3ij.
Tinct. Zingiberis, f3iss.
Syr. Aurantii, f3ij.
Make a mixture: take two tablespoonfuls at 11 o'clock A.M.
Dr. HODGKIN.
346.           R Ammonite Sesquicarb. gr. v.
Sodse Bicarbon. 3ss.
Tinct. Calumbte, f3j.
Inf. Gentianae comp. f iss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Cancerous Diseases.-Sir A. COOPER.
347.           R Ammoniae Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Aquse Menthse pip. f vij.
Syrupi Aurantii, f ss.
Mix: take an eighth part in fainting spells.
Dr. PARIS.
348.           R Ammonise Sesquicarb. gr. iv.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3j.
Liq. Ammoniae Acet. f3iij.
Syrupi, f3j.
Misturae Camphorse, f j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every six hours.
In.Delirium   Tremens.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
349.           R Ammonite Sesquic. 3iv.
Tinct. Aurantii, f.iv.
Dissolve: take a teaspoonful twice a day in water.
G. T. G.
350.           R Ammon. Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Liq. Ammoniae Acet. f ij.
Mist. Camphorae, f iijss.
Syr. Aurantii, f ss. A sixth part to be taken for a dose.
Stimulant and Diaphoretic.-Dr. HOOPER.
351.           R Ammoniae Sesquicarb.
Potassoe Bicarbonatis, ana 3ss.
Aquae destillatae, f viiss.
Make a mixture.   Dose, f jss twice a day, after breakfast, and just
before going to sleep.
In D)yspepsia, with Acidity.-Dr. JoY.




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352.          R Ammonias Sesquic. 3ss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3j.
Tinct. Capsici, 3ss.
Syrupi Croci, ass.
Make a draught: to be taken just before going to sleep.
To prevent Nightmare.-Dr. WALLER.
353.          13 Ammonis Sesquicarb. 3ij.
Gummi Tragacanthas, 3j.
Aquae destillatas, f*vij.
Make a mixture. Take a spoonful every hour.
In Vomiting from Acidity.-RUDERMACHER.
354.          R Ammoniae Sesquicarb. 3j.
Aquae Rutas, six.
Syrupi Papaveris, %j. Mix: a spoonful every ten minutes.
In Spasmodic Asthma.-VAN SWIETEN.
355.          i3 Liq. Ammoniae Sesquic. fss.
Infusi Cascarill., f vij.
Spir. AEtheris Nitrici, fsj.
Spir. Cinnamomi, f3iij.
Mix: make a mixture, of which two tablespoonfuls may be taken three
times a day.
In Lithic Diathesis, with Debility of Stomnach.-Dr. NELIGAN.
356.          R Ammoniae Sesquicarb. 3iiss.
Syrupi Sudorifici [vel Sarste], 3viij.
Mix: a tablespoonful from once to four times a day.
In obstinate Skin Diseases. —CAZENAVE.
357.           1 Ammonie Sesquicarb. 3j.
Ipecacuanhas, 3ss.
Tinct. Capsici, 3j.
Aquas Menthe pip. f iij. Make an emetir draught.
In Poisoning by Narcotics.-SPRAGUE.
358.          R Ammonias Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Infusi Senegae, f j.
Syrupi Croci, f3ij.
Make a draught: to be taken immediately.
In Suffocative Catarrh of Typhus.-Dr. NELIGAN.
359.          R Ammon. Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Spirit. Sacchari (Run), 3v.
Syrupi simpl. 5v.
Aquae, ~iij. Mix: half to be taken morning and night.
In Saccharine Diabetes.-M. BOUCHARDAT
60.          R Ammoniae Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Pulv. Valerianea, Dj.
Aquas Cinnamomi, f ij. Make a draught.
In Nervous Headache.-Dr. JOY.




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361.           R Ammoniae Sesqnicarb.
Extracti Glntianme, ana 3ss.
Make into a mass, and divide into 12 pills, of which one is to be taken
twice or thrice a day.
Antacid, Tonic, and Stimulant. —Mr. BRANDE.
362.     P      ~ Ammonise Sesquicarb. gr. xxiv.
Fellis bov. inspissati, 3ss.
Mucilag. Acaciae, q. s.
Make into 12 pills. Tlake one thrice a day.
In -Dyspepsia, with Vomiting and Constipation.
Dr. NELIGAN.
363.           R  Ammonis Sesquicarb. gr. viij.
Extracti Rhei, gr. viij.
Syr. Zingiberis, q. s.
Divide into 4 pills. Take one or two as occasion may require when
acid is present in the stomach.
In Dyspepsia, with Acidity.-Dr. JoY.
364.'    R Ammonise Sesqnicarb.
Extracti Anthemidis, ana 5ss.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills, of which one is to be taken twice
or thrice a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
365.       P       Ammonie Bicarbon. gr. viij.
Tnfusi Calumhbe, f j.
Tinct. Humuli, f3j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, Wnxx.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice daily.
In Dyspepsia, with Acidity and Irritability of the Stomach.
Dr. NELIGAN.
366.           R Spiritus Ammonias aromatici, f j.
Aquse Cinnamomi, f v.
Sodae Bicarhonatis, ass.
Olei Cinnamomi, rTLxv.
Tinct. Capsici, fqj.
Mix: take a dessertspoonful in a wineglassful of water, after breakfast
and dinner, every day.
Antacid and Stimulant.-Mr. VANCE.
367.           R Magnesiae Carbon. 3j.
Mist. Camphorse, f iss.
Spir. Ammonise aromat. f3ss.
Tinct. Opii, tlv.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at bedtime.
In Acid Dyspepsia, with Languor and Irritability.
Mr. BRANDE.




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368.           R Spirit. Ammonie arom.
Tinct. Cas(arillm, ana f j.
Mix: take a teaspoonful thrice a day in a wineglassful of water.
Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
369.           R Spir. Ammoniae aromat.
Tinct. Lavandulse comp. ana f'j.
Mix: take a teaspoonful in water when the flatulence is excessive; or,
in faintness.
Dr. JoY.
370.            L Spir. Ammonie aromat.
Liquoris Potasse,
Tincturme Rhei, ana f j.
Mix: take a teaspoonful twice a day in water.
Antacid, Stimulatan and Stomachic.-I-. J.
371.           R Aquee Menthbe, f3iss.
Sp. Ammon. arom. f3ss.
Sp. JEtheris Nitrici, gutt. xij.
Sp. Lavandulte comp. f3j.
Syruli simpl.?ss. Mix: take f3j every second hour.
In receded Eruptions, Sinking, $c. of Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
372.           R Spirit. Ammon. arom. f ss.
Tinct. Lavandulse comp f.j.
Aqute Cinnamomi, fiiiss.
Syrupi Aurantii, fj.
Take a sixth or fourth part for a dose.
Dr. HOOPER.
373.           1 Spirit. Ammon. arom.
Spirit. JEtheris sulph. ana f3iss.
Morphiae Acetatis, gr. ss.
Misture Canmphorre, f3ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be taken when occasion requires.
In Spasms of the Stomach, &c.-Dr. GRINDROD.
374.           R Aquoe Carui, f3j.
Tinct. Cardam. comp f3ij.
Spir. Ammonite aroin. lx.
Syrupi Croci, f3j.  Mix: make a draught.
Dr. JoY.
375.           R Liquoris Calcis, fkvss.
Magnesise Carbon. 5ss.
Spir. Ammon. arom. f3ij.
Tinct. Rhei, f3iij. Mix: dose, foj twice daily.
In Herpes Labialis, &c.-Dr. BURGESS.
376.           Rf Spir. Ammon. arom. f3ij.
Sp. Etheris Nitrici, f3ij.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3ij.
Mist. Camphorme, f3v. Take a fourth part thrice a day.
In Irritable Bladder,.with Acid Urine.




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[This has been recommended when fixed alkalies disagree;
the latter, however, are always preferable where the object is
to render the urine alkaline, ammonia being decomposed before
it reaches the bladder.]
377.         lR Liquoris Ammonite anisati,
Vini Antim. Potassio-tart. ana f3iss.
Decocti Althace, f3v.
Syr. Opii, P. [vel Papaveris],,j.
Mix: a spoonful every two hours.
In Bronchitis. -SH UBARTH.
378.          R Decoct. Althset, ~ij.
Olei Amygd. dulcis,
Pulv. Acacise, ana 3ij.
Liq. Ammonie anisati, gutt xxv.
Sacchari conditi, 3j.
Mix: take two teaspoonfuls every second hour.
In Colic, Diarrhoea, and Tenesmus, of Children of 2 years.
RADIUS.
379.    ]         Misturm Camphorse, f v.
Spir. Ammon. fcetidi, f3v.
Syrupi Croci, f3iij. Mix: taketwotablespoonfulsfor a dose.
In Hysteria, ~c.-Dr. JOY.
380.          1 Sp. Ammoniae foetidi, f3iij.
MIisturme Camphors, f vj.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3iij.
Spir. Lavand. comp. f3ij.
Mix: take two spoonfuls twice daily.
1f Zinci Sulphatis, 3ss.
Extr. Gentianre, ij.
Extr. Coloc. comp. Dj. Make 20 pills. Take 2 every night.
In (Costiveness, with -Nervous _Debility.-Dr. BABINGTON.
381.          R Infusi Valerianae, f3xj.
Spir. Ammon. foetidi, f3ss.
Tinct. Castorei, f3ss.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken twice or thrice a day.
In  4ngina.Pectoris and other Spaasmodic disorders.
Dr. COPLAND.
[For other formulae containing Sp. Ammon. Foetidus, see
ASSAF(ETIDA, VALERIAN, and CASTOR.]
EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS.
382.          1 Liq. Ammoni;e, f3ij.
Linim. Saponis, f j. Make a liniment.
Rubefacient and (Counter-irritant.-Dr. DRUITTT.




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383.         1   q Liquor. Ammonie, f3j.
Glycerlino, f'3vj.
Sp. Lavandulke, f3ij.
Aquae destillatse, fgvj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Cutaneous Diseases, with Atony of the Skin.
Dr. NELIGANT.
384.         R Sp. Rosmarini, f ij.
Liq. Ammonice,
Tinct. Opii, ana 3ss.
Mix: make an embrocation, to be rubbed over the chest and along the
spine.
In Spasmodic Croup and Convulsions of Children.-Dr. URE.
385.         P Liq. Ammonite, fgss.
Olei Olivte, gj.
Olei Terebinthine, f ss.
Olei Limonis, f3ss. Shake together until well mixed.
Dr. COPLAND.
386.         R Liq. Ammonite,,ss.
Petrolei Barbad. kiss. Make a liniment.
As a Counter-irritant in Diseased Join ts. —Dr. KIRKLAND.
[For other Ammoniacal Liniments, see under CAMPHORA,
OL. TEREBINTHINJB, &C.]
387.        fR Liquor. Ammoniso, Div.
Lactis Vaccini, 3iv.
Make an injection, ftj to be injected daily.
In Amlenorrhoa.-LAVAGNA.
AMMONIIE ACETAS.          AMMONIA] CITRAS.          AMMONIE TARTRAS.         Acetate, Citrate, and Tartrate of Ammonia.
These neutral Salts of Ammonia are all regarded as diaphoretic, and in some cases diuretic.  They are used in febrile
diseases, and generally to promote diaphoresis, as in dropsy,
rheumatism, &c.
The acetate (as well as the carbonate and pure ammonia) has
also been recommended to remove the effects of intoxicating
liquors.
The acetate is only employed in the form of Liquor Ammonie Acetatis, commonly termed Mindererus' Spirit.       The
citrate is very commonly given in the extemporaneous and




84            THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
effervescing form   of sesquicarbonate of ammonia and lemonjuice.   The doses are:
Liq. Amrnonice Acel/ais, 3 to 12 drachms.
Ammonice Citras, 1 to 3 scruples.
Liq. Ammnonice Citratis, L.; 21 to 4 drachms.
------   --- - Tartratis; the samle.
Externally, Liq. Amnmon. Acet. is cooling and discutient, and
is used in lotions to bruises and inflammations, and as a collyrium in chronic ophthalmia.
388.           R Liquoris Ammoniae Acetatis, f ij.
liisturee Camphorre, f vj.
Mix: take f ij every six hours.
As a Diaphoretic in Low Fevers.-Dr. AINSLIE.
389.           Rc Liq. Ammonige Acetatis, f3ix.
Vini Antim. Potassio-talrt. f3j.
Syrnpi Papaveris, fJj.
Aqium Mlenlthe. f5xij.
Make a mixture: take a lablespoonful every fourth hour, and take
every night, going to bed, the following powder:
R Pulv. Ipecac. comp. gr. iiiss.
Hydrarg. cumr Cieta, gr. v. Mix.
In Dropsy, after Scarlatina.-Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
390.           I1 Liq. Ammonite Acet. f3iij.
Misture Camphorae,
Aquae destillatae, ana f3iv.
Syrupli 1Rheados, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken every 6 hours.
As a Diaphoretie.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
391.           R Liquor. Ammonioe Acet. f ij.
Syrupi simplicis, t'fj.
Aqule fl. Aurantii, tfjj.
Misturae Camphorae, ftiv.
Mix,. take f j every fourth hour.
Dr. NELIGAN.
392.           R Liquor. Anmmon. Acet. f3ij.
Aquae Menthle pip.
Aqlie purve, ana f ss.
Vin. Antim. Potassio-tart. rLrxx.
Syrupi, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken every four hours.
Dr. G. GREGORY.
393.          I Liq. Ammon. Acet. f3iij.
Misturae Camphorea, ftj.
Syr. Auranrii, f3j. Make a draught.
As a ]iilcd Diaphoretie.-Dr. JoY.




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394.           R Misturse Camphorse, foiss.
Liq. Amtmon. Acet. f3iv.
Vini Antim. Potassio-tart. gutt; xl.
Tinctlurell Opii, gutt xx.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken at the hour of retiring.
In Acute Rheumatism. -BLANE.
395.           & Liq. Ammon. Acet. f3iij.
Vinli Opii, 1Lxv.
Mucilig. Acacie, f j.
Aqume, Oiss.
Mix: the whole to be taken in the course of the day.
In Typhoid Fevers. —M. MICHEL.
396.           I LiQ. Ammonie Acet.
Mistur(e Camphorse, ana f3vj.
Syrupi Papaveris, fjj.
Vini Antimi. Potassio-tart. wLxx.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken before going to bed.
In Common Catarrh.-Mr. BRANDE.
391.           1 Misturse Camphorre,
Misture Amytgdalse, ana f ij.
Liq. Ammtronie Acet. f iss.
Spir. /Eiheris Nutrici,
Viui Antim. Potassio-tart. ana f.iis.
Syrupi Tolutani, f3iss.
Mix: take two tablespoonfuls every second hour.
In Bronchitis.-Dr. COPLAND.
398.       P      Liq. Ammon. Acetatis,
Liq. Potassae Acetatis,
Oxymellis Scillse, anla j.
Mix: dose, one to two spoonfuls every second hour.
In Dropsy, after Scarlet Fever.-JAHN.
399.           R Liq. Ammon. Acet. f3vj.
Tinct. Camphorte comp. f3ij.
Sp. zEiheris Nitrici, f3j.
Syrupi Tolutani, f3j.
Aquae purte, f ij.
Take one-half one night, and the balance the next night.
Dr. C. G. BABINGTON.
400.       P   B Liq. Ammon. Acet. kiss.
Potass. Nitrat. 3j.
Liq. Morph. Mur. 3j.
Mist. Amygdalse, ad lvj.
Mix: a tablespoonful three times a day, half an hour before meals.
In Itflata matory Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.




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401.          PR Liq. Ammonie, Acet. f j.
Vini Antimonii P. f3ij.
Syrupi Tolutani, f3vj.
Aquae fontane, f iv.
Make a mixture: take Ith part every fourth hour.
In'atarrh.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
402.              Ammonie Sesquicarb. )j.
Succi Limonis recentis, f3vj.
(vel Acidi Citrici, gr. xxiv.)
Aquc. destillatSe f3ivj.
Syrupi Tolutani,
Spir. Myristice; ana f3ss. Make a draught.
Diaphoretic. —Mr. BRANDE.
403.          AR Ammonite Sesquicarb. 3j.
Aque purse, f'iiiss.
Succi Limonis, f ij. (or sufficient to saturate).
Syrupi Aurantii, fgss.
Make a mixture: two spoonfuls to be taken every third or fourth hour.
In Fevers.-Dr. CHEYNE.
404.           R Ammonise Sesquicarb. 3j.
Aquae pulrs, f iss.
Syrupi, foj.
Make a draught, with a tablespoonful of lemon-juice, repeating in four
hours.
Dr. JoY.
405.          iR Ammonise Sesquic. 3j.
Aqua, fvss.
7yrupi Zingiberis, t3iij. Mix: mark No. 1., Aqut, f iij.
Acidi Citrici, 3j.
Mark No. 2. Two spoonfuls of No. 1 to.be taken in effervescence with
one spoonful of No. 2.
In the latter stage of Protracted Nervuus Fevers.
Dr. GRAVES.
406.           R Ammonise Sesquicarb. gr. xv.
Aquse destillatse, f j.
Spirit. Myristicse, fsj.
Syrupi Aurantii, fsss.
Extr. Conii, gr. iij ad vj.
Make a draught: to be taken four times every day with a tablespoonful
of fresh lemon-juice, while in a state of effervescence.
Sedative. —Dr. COPLAND.
407.          }1 Ammonise Sesquicarb. gr. xv.
Acidi Tartarici, 3j.
Aquae, f3xj.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3j. Make a draught.




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LOTIONS, &C.
408.         R Liq. Ammoniae Acetatis, f vj.
Spir. rectificati, fiij. Make a lotion.
To Hard and Inflamed Breasts, &c.-Dr. CLARK.
409.         R Liq. Ammoniae Acet. f~iij.
Spir. rectificati, f3iv.
Aquue Rosse, f iv. Make a lotion.
In Lichen, &c.-Dr. BURGESS.
410.        R1 Liq. Ammonite Acet. f ij.
Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f.j.
Tinct. Digitalis, f3iij.
Aquae RosTa, fiv.
Make a lotion: apply twice a day to the affected parts by means of a
sponge.
In Pruriginous Affections of the Aged.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
411.         1 Liq. Ammonie Acet. fivj.
Spir. Rosmarini, f ij
Aquoe, 7xvj. Make a lotion.
Discutient.-R. G. HOLLAND.
412.         R Liq. Ammonise Acet. fsvj.
Aqute Sambuci, f vij. Make an eyewash.
In Ophthalmia.-Mr.      WAlrE.
AMMIONIE HYDROCHLORAS, VEL MURIAS.
Sal Ammoniac.
Hydrochlorate, or Muriate of Ammonia, is regarded as
alterative or resolvent; and is used in inflammation of the
mucous membranes, after its violence has subsided; particularly in bronchitis, when not attended with much fever, pain,
or irritability; and in a great variety of chronic diseases.  It
increases the action and improves the secretions of the mucous
membranes, especially that of the lungs.   It is also described
as refrigerant, antiseptic, and tonic. The dose is from 5 to 20
grains every two or three hours.  Still larger doses have been
given in intermittent fevers, and in chronic enlargement of the
prostate.  But its use requires caution in persons of feeble
constitution, especially those subject to hemorrhage.




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413.           IA Aquae destillatSe, fgij.
Ammonite Hydrochl. gr. viij-xij.
Tinct. Opii, gutt. ii-iij.
Extracti Glycyrrhizae liq. 3iss.
Mix: give a teaspoonful every two or three hours for a child 1 or 2
years of age.
Dr. MEIGS.
414.             r Ammoniae Muriatis, 3j.
Syrupi Hemedesmi, f'ss.
Aqua, Cinnanlmmi, f3viiss.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls every six hours.
In Adynamic Fevers, and Subacute Laryngitis.-Dr. NELIG AN.
415..          P Ammonite Muriatis, gr. xij.
Decocti Cinchonae, f iss.
Make a draught: to be taken twice a day.
In Chronic Rheurnmatism.-Dr. E. W. FULLER.
416.           R Ammoniae Hydrochlor. 3ij.
Extr. Glycyrrhizte, 3iij.
Antimonii Potassio-tart. gr. ij.
Aquae destillatse, f viij.
Make a mixture, of which take a tablespoonful every second hour.
[The Antim. Potassio-Tart. to be omitted when it has made
a sufficient impression on the disease.]
In Pleurisy, Subacute Pneumonia, Mucous Congestion,             ec.
Sir GEO. LEFEVRE.
417.          I~ Ammoniae Muriatis, 3iss.
Acidi Mutiatici, f3ss.
Decocti Hordei, Ibj.
Mix: take three tablespoonfuls every second or third hour.
Dr. COPLAND.
418.          [I Ammonike Muriatis, 3ij.
Aqute Menthle,
Aquae flor. Autantii, ana f iij.
Mix: to be taken in two doses, at intervals of two hours, followed by a
cup of coffee.
In Intermittent Fever.-M. ARAN.
419.          1B Ammonike Muriatis, gr. iv.
Liq. Ammon. Acetatis, f3ij.
Misture Camnphorae, f j.
Syrupi Limo-is, t'j.
Make a draught: to be taken every fourth hour.
In Typhoid Fevers.-DR.. COPLAND.




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420.          BR Ammoniae Muriatis, gr. xv.
Gummi Acaciae, 3ss.
Infusi Anthemidis, Piij.
Vini Antimon. q. 3j.
Extr. Glycyrrhizte, 3ij.
Mix: half a spoonful every two hours to a child of 5 or 6 years old.
In Dysentery and Catarrhal Affections.-TORTUAL.
421.           R Ammon. Hydrochl. gr. x.
Extr. Taraxaci, 3ss.
Decocti Aloes, comp.
Mist. Gentianae comp. ana 3v.
Sods Potassio-tart. 3j.
Tinct. Lavand. comp. Rlxx.
Make a draught: to be taken in the morning, and, if occasion calls for
it, it can be repeated at noon.
In Torpid Liver, with Uterine Disease. —Dr. G. CORFE.
422.           i Ammonite Mur. Dij.
Potassae Nitratis, Div.
Aquae Rubi Idtei, vj.
Syrupi fl. Aurantii, 3iij. Mix: a spoonful every two hours.
In the early stage of Rheumatic, Exanthermatic, and Catarrhal
Fevers.                                          CLARUS.
423.           Tc Ammon. Mur.
Extr. Glycyrrhizse, ana 3j.
Decocti Althtetc, f vj.
Oxymel. simpl. (vel Scillse), j.
Make a mixture: take two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Catarrhal Affections. —Dr. COPLAND.
424.           R Ammonite Muriatis, 3ij.
Camphorne, gr. vj.
Flor. Arnicae, 3ss.
Sacchari albi, 3vj.
Mix: make a powder. Let it be given in glass, a teaspoonful three or
four times a day.
As an Expectorant and _Emmenagogue. —M. BERENDS.
425.          1f Ammoniae Muriat.
Extr. Glycyrrhizte, ana Dj.'Ext. Taraxaci, q. s., to form a bolus.
Make 12 such doses. One may be taken every second or fourth hour.
In Scirrhus of the Prostate, &C. —SOBERNHEIM.
426.           R Ammonike Muriatis, 3ss.
Sulphuris loti, gr. xv.
Extr. Dulcamaroe, q. s.
Make four boluses. Take one every second hour.
In Chronic Pulmonary (Catarrh. —FISCHER.
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427.           R Ammmonia Muriatis, 3ss.
Pulv. Opii, gr. x.
P; Digitalis,
P. Scillas, la Dj.
Mix: divide into 30 pills. Take one every sixth hour.
In early stage of Phthisis. —Dr. H. GREEN.
428.           R Decocti Papaveris, Oj.
Ammonias Mur. 3vj.
Make a lotion: linen rags dipped in it to be kept applied to the part.
To Milk Breasts. —Dr. CLARK.
129.          R Ammoniae Muriatis, 3ij.
Acidi Acetici diluti, fvj.
Spir. Camphorae, f ij. Make a lotion.
In Sprains, Contusions, fc. —Dr. JoY.
430.          BR Ammonia Mur. 3ij.
Aquse, f ij.
Spir. Rosmarini,.ss. Make a lotion.
For Unbroken Cjhilblains.
431.           P Ammoniae Muriat..ss.
Aqua commun.,x. Dissolve, and add
Aceti Scillke, 3ij. Make a lotion.
In Hydroeele of Children, &c. —GRAEFE.
432.           R Ammonie Mur.,j.
Spir. rectificati, f3j.
Aqute, f xv. Make a lotion.
Dr. HOOPER.
433.           R Ammoniko Mur. 3j.
Liq. Ammon. Acet. f~ij.
Aqune, f iv.
Make a lotion: to be kept constantly applied.
In Hydrocele of Children.-Mr. BRANSBY COOPER.
434.         1R Ammon. Hydrochlor. 5j.
Aquc fontanme, f v.
Spir. rectif. f j. Mix: make a lotion.
In Swelled Testicles, fc.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
435.           R Ammon. Mur. 3iiss.
Tinct. Arnicse, 3iiss.
Aquae Rute, 7x.
Aceti Rutse, v. Make a lotion.
In Hydrocele of Children.-CARUs.
436.          lR Ammon. Mur. 3ij.
Liq. Ammon. Acet. f v.
Spirit. Vini rectif. f j. Make a lotion.
For the same.-Sir A. COOPER.




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437.        lR Ammon. Hydrochl. ass.
Acidi Acetici diluti,
Spir. rectificati, ana f ss.
Misturm Camphorse, f xv. Make a lotion.
Dr. DRUITT.
438.         R Amygd. dulc. excort. ~j.
Aque. flor. Aurant. Pij.
Aqua Rosae, ~viij. Make an emulsion, and add
Ammon. Muriatis, 3j.
Tinctur'e Benzoini, 3ij. Make a cosmetic lotion.
In Pimples and Dryness of the /kin. —HERRMAAN.
439.         B Ammonis Muriat. gr. xv.
Camphorm pulv. 3j. Rub together, and add
Decocti Cinchonhe, f vi. Make a gargle.
In Putrid Sore Throat. —Dr. COPLAND.
440.         R Rad. Pyrethri cont. gj.
Aquse ferventis, f xij.
Macerate for an hour, strain, and add to the liquor
Ammonia Mur. 3iij.
Aceti communis,,iij. MAIake a mouth wash.
VAN SWIETEN.
441.         R Ammon. Mur. pulv.
Potassse Nitratis pulv. ana 3j.
Pulv. Capsici, 3ss.
Mix well, to be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil.
In Elongated Uvtula.-Dr. B. GRANVILLE.
AMMONIiE NITRAS, PHOSPHAS, SULPHAS, &c.
The remaining Ammoniacal Salts employed in medicine are:
Ammonix Nitras.     Nitrate of Ammonia is refrigerant and
diuretic. Dose, from 3 to 20 grains, in slight inflammations of
mucous membranes, catarrhal and rheumatic fevers, &c. Equal
parts of nitrate of ammonia, carbonate of soda, and water
form a powerful freezing mixture.
A   mmoniwe  Sulphas.  Sulphate of Ammonia is diuretic,
stimulant, and resolvent.  Dose, 15 to 30 grains.
Ammonie YNitro-Sulphas.     Nitro-sulphate of Ammonia, is
said to be useful in typhoid fevers.  Dose, about 12 grains.
Ammoniw    Phosphas.    Phosphate of Ammonia has been
used with success in some cases of rheumatism. Dose, 3 to 10
grains. Dr. Edwards gives 10 grains every eight hours.
Ammonixe Succinas. Succinate of Ammonia is antispasmodic.




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It is usually given in the form of Liq. Ammonise (vel Cornu
Cervi) Succinatus, of which a few drops are a dose.
Ammoniwe Hydro-Sulphas.     The Hydro-sulphuret of Ammonia, and the Sulphuretted Hydro-sulphuret (Liq. Fumans
Boylii) are poisonous in large doses; in small doses they produce nausea, reduce the pulse, and promote the secretion of the
skin and lungs. They have been used in catarrhal complaints,
diabetes, and gout; but are now    rarely prescribed.  Dose,
from 4 to 8 drops.
442.         I Ammonie Nitratis, 3ss.
Aquve destillate, Piij.
Syrupi Altheae,,j.
Mix a dessertspoonful every two hours.
In Fevers and ]Dropsies.
443.         R Liq. Vol.. Cornu Cervi,?iv.
Acid. Succinici, q. s. to saturate.
Sp. _Etheris Sulphurici, 5iv.
Mix: twenty to forty drops in a glass of sugared water two or three
times a day. [Eller's Liquor Arthriticus.]
In Gout and Inveterate Rheumatism.-NIEMANN.
444.        IBA Ammonie Phosphatis,.ss.
Aqua Cinnamomi, fj.
Make a draught, to be taken thrice a day.
In Acute and Subacute Rheumatism.-Dr. BUCKLER (U. S.).
AMMONIACUM        (G-ummi).
Gum Ammoniac is the concrete juice of an umbelliferous
plant, Dorema Ammoniacum.      It is stimulant, expectorant,
deobstruent, diuretic, diaphoretic, and emmenagogue; and is
chiefly used as an expectorant in affections of the chest not
attended with inflammation; and in visceral obstructions.
Externally, it is applied as a discutient and resolvent to indolent tumors.
Dose of the gum, 5 to 30 grains; of Jlistura Ammoniaci, 4
to 8 drachms.
Emplastrum   A   moniai and Ea. Ammo i  d  mon. cum Hydrarg.
are the usual forms for outward application.
445.            l Misturue Ammoniaci, f viij.
Vini Antimonii Potassio-tart. f3j.
Make a mixture: dose, 2 or 3 spoonfuls.
Expectorant.-Dr. PEARSON.




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446.           R "'Mist. Ammoniaci, f v.
Oxymel. Scillae, f ss.
Vini Antimon. Timxxj.
Aceti destillati, f3iij.
Mix: take a tablespoonful frequently.
In Humoral Asthma, Chronic Cough, &c.-Dr. AINSLIE.
447.           I Pulv. G. Ammoniac. 3j.
Oxymellis Scille, ij. Rub up together, and add
Ovi unius vitellum.
Aquae Menth. Puleg. ~vj.
Aquae Menth. pip. giv.
Mix: to be taken during the day by a tablespoonful at a time.
In Catarrh.-TROusSEAU and REVEIL.
448.           1c Mist. Ammoniaci, f ivss.
Liq. Antimon. Tart. f3iv.
Tinct. Camphorw comp. f~ss.
Syrupi Tolutani, f j.
Mix: take a spoonful occasionally.
In Chronic Pituitous Asthma.-Dr. COPLAND.
449.     P     R Mist. Ammoniaci,
Aquas Pulegii, ana f.vj.
Spir. Ammon. arom.
Syrupi Scillae, ana f3ss.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
As a stimulating Expectorant.-Mr.          BRANDE.
450.           R Ammoniaci, 3iiss.
Acidi Nitrici, f3ij.
Aquae destil. f viij.
Add the distilled water to the acid, and make an emulsion with the
gum; a teaspoonful two or three times a day.
In Chronic Catarrh of elderly persons.-Dr. ELLIS (U. S.).
451.           R Ammoniaci, 3j.
Acidi Nitrici diluti, f3j.
Aquse, f iij. Triturate together until an emulsion is made,
and add
Syrupi, f3ij.
Mix: take a dessertspoonful in some demulcent liquid.
Expectorant and Tonic.-Dr. PARIS.
452.           1 Mist. Ammoniaci,
Mist. Amygdalce, ana fsiv.
Aceti Scillae, f3j.
Tinct. Opii, iljiij.
Make a draught, to be taken every third hour.
In Catarrhal Cough.-Dr. GREsGORY.




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453.           R Mist. Ammoniaci, f fvj.
Sodme Carbonatis, 3ss.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. f ss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f~j.
Vini Ipecacuanhe, fij.
Make a cough mixture, of which take a tablespoonful for a dose.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. GRAVES.
454.           R Mist Ammoniaci,
Aquae Cinnamomi, ana f iij.
Cetacei (vitel. ovi sol.) 3ij.
Syrupi Tolutani, fgj.
Mix: take a wineglassful morning and evening.
As an Expectorant, in Phthisis, &c.-Dr. E. G. CLARIK
455            1 Mistur-e Ammoniaci,,vij.
Oxymel. Scillhe, f3vj.
Tinct. CamphorTe comp. 3iv.
Make a mixture: take two spoonfuls every second or third hour.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Sir.. H. HALFORD, Bart.
456.          BR Mist. Ammoniaci,
Mist. Amygdaloe, ana f3vj.
Tinct. Scillxe, TlLx. Mix, for a draught.
Mr. BRANDE.
457.           R Mist. Ammoniaci,
Aqua Cinnamomi, ana f iss.
Syrupi Tolutani, f ss.
Tinct. Castorei, f3ij.
Tinct. Opii, lyv.
Miake a mixture, of which take a tablespoonful frequently.
In Hooping Cough#, &c.-Dr. PARIS.
458.          If Gummi Ammoniaci, f3j.
Oxymel. Scillac,,j.
Vini Ipecacuanhme, f3j.
Aqua fl. Sambui, f ivss.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3ij.
Mix: let the patient take a spoonful at appropriate hours.
In Chronic Pectoral complaints.-Dr. COPLAND.
459 t             Mist. Ammoniaci, f viss.
Tinct. Camphorte comp. f3vj.
Liq. Volat. cornu cervi, f3iij.
Tinct. Scillve, 5iij.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful now and then.
In Chronic and Asthmatic Cough.-Dr. WARREN.
460.           R Ammoniaci, 3j.
Sagapeni, 3ij.
Tinvt. Aloes comp. q. s.
Make into 4-grain pills; take two twice a day.
In Amenorrhoea, fc.-BORIES.




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461.          la G. Ammoniaci, 5j.
Scillae recentis, 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. 3ss.
Hydrarg. chloridi, gr. vj.
Mix: make into a mass, and divide into 24 pills; two may be taken every
4 hours.
In Chronic Cough.-Dr. LATHAM.
462.          1 G. Ammoniaci, 3ss.
Pil. Scillme comp. 3ss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xij.
Extr. Papaveris, gr. xij.
Make into 24 pills; take one twice a day.
In Chronic Coughs, fc.-Dr. BOISRAGON.
463.         RP Amnoniaci, 3j.
Saponis duri, 3iiss.
Aloes extracti, gr. xv.
Assafcetidae, ass.
Pulv. Rhei,?j.
Croci pulv. 3ss.
Syrupi, q. s. Make into 80 pills; take two twice a day.
D)eobstruent. —RECAMIE R.
464.          Rf Ammoniaci, 3j.
Scille pulv. 3j.
Saponis Venet. 3ij.
Syr. Tolutani, q. s.
Make into 24 pills, of which 3 may be taken morning and night.
In Peripneumonia Notha.-Dr. E. G. CLARKE.
165.!        Emplastri Picis, 2 parts.
Emplastri Ammoniaci,
Emplastri Opii, each 1 part.
Mix: make a plaster of an appropriate size, to be placed between the
shoulder blades.
In Cough.-Dr. COPLAND.
AMYGDALAE. Almonds.
Sweet Almonds are the kernels of Amygdalus communis
(dulcis).  They are emollient and demulcent, and are used in
the form   of emulsion, in catarrhal complaints, in dysentery,
and in strangury, calculus, and other affections of the urinary
organs, to lessen the acrimony of the secretions.        Milk of
almonds is less frequently used alone than as a vehicle for more
active remedies.    (See Potassfe Nitras, Opium, Scilla, &c.)
The expressed oil is emollient and slightly laxative. It may be
formed into an emulsion with mucilage, or alkalies.     Confectio




96            THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
Amygdalee is used to prepare Mistura Amygdale; the dose of
the latter may be from 1 to 2 or 3 ounces. Of Oleum Amygdale,
1 to 8 drachms.
466.           R Mistarae Amygdalae, Oj.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3x.
Make a mixture, for an ordinary drink.
In  Calculous Disorder, Strangury, ~c. —Dr. E. G. CLARKE.
467.           R Mist. Amygdalke, f3x.
Vini Ipecac. 1Lvj.
Syr. Papaveris, f3ss.
Make a draught, to be taken thrice a day.
In Catarrhal Cough.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
468.           R Mist. Amygdalae, f v.
Liq. Ammonise acet. fjj.
Spir. 2Etheris Nitrici,
Tinct. Croci, ana f.j.
Make a mixture: take a tablespoonful three times a day.
In Catarrh. —Dr. CLUTTERBUCK.
469.,       Mist. Amygdal,, f3vij.
Mucil. Acacia, f j.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. 3j.
Mix: take two spoonfuls every third hour while the cough is trgublesome.
In Catarrhal Cough.-Dr. LATHAM.
470.           R Olei Amygdala, fgiss.
Vitellum Ovi unius.
Aquas fl. Aurantii, f.v.
Mucilag. Acacia, f ss.
Vini lpecacuanhe, f3iss.
Syr. Althsea (vel simpl.) f ss.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful frequently.
In Catarrhs. —Dr. COPLAND.
471.           R Acacise pulveris,,ss.
Aquae destillatse, fgss. Mix, and add by degrees,
Olei Amygdalse, fsiij. Rub up together, and add
Aquas destil. f iij.
Aquae Rosse, f iss.
Syrupi, f3iij.
Mix: take one or two spoonfuls frequently.
In Catarrh, Urinary Irritation,     ec. —Mr. BRANDE.
472.          RI Olei Amygdalse, f ij.
Syrupi Papaveris,
Syrupi Tolutani, ana f j.
Pulv. Sacchari, f3ij.
Make a thick syrup, of which the patient may suck frequently, the
cough being troublesome.
In the Cough of Measles, $e. —Dr. E. G. CLARKE.




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473.           R Olei Amygdale,
Syrupi Violae, ana ~j.
Mix: take two spoonfuls every third hour.
Dr. HARDING.
474.           R Mellis despumati,
Olei Amygdalae, ana ~j.
Syr. Rhceados, Pss.
Aceti Scillae, 3ij.
Syrupi Tolutani,
Mucil. Acaciae, ana  ss. Mix.
In Coughs, ec. —Dr. JoY.
475.           R Olei Amygdale,
Pulv. Acacike,
Syr. Althoese, ana 3ij.
AquGe Cinnamomi, ~ss.
Aquce Foeniculi,,j.
Mix: one or two teaspoonfuls to be given every hour.
In rInfantile D)iarrhoea. —RICITER.
476.           R Olei Amygdale, fgj.
Acacia pulveris, 3ij.
Aquae destil. fvj.
Syrupi Papaveris, f ss.
Rub the oil up diligently with the gum, then by degrees add the water
and syrup. Take a tablespoonful frequently during the day.
In Catarrh. —Dr. G. GREGORY.
477.           R Olei Amygdalse,
Mellis, ana.j.
Succi Limonis, ass.
Syrupi Tolutani,
Syrupi Scille, ana 3ij.
Mix: make a thick syrup. Take a tablespoonful frequently.
In Catarrh.-Dr. JOY.
478.          PR Olei Amygdalce, f ss.
Aqume Rosai, f ij.
Liquor. Potassae, f~ij. Mix, by shaking, and add
Syrupi, f ss.
Aquce destillatoe, fv.
Make a mixture, of which two ounces may be taken for a dose.
In Catarrh, and in Renal and Urinary Irritation.
Mr. BRANDE.
479.          R Olei Amygdalc,
Aquas destillatae, ana ass.
Liq. Ammonike Sesquicarb. tLxx.
Make a draught: to be taken every morning on an empty stomach.
In Worms.-Dr. CLARKE.




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The Bitter Almond, Amygdala amara, is the product of a
variety of the Amygdalus communis, but contains, in addition
to the constituents of the sweet almond, a peculiar principle,
Amyydaline, which gives rise, when triturated with water, to
hydrocyanic acid and volatile oil of bitter almonds.  By distillation with water, Aqua Arnygdalw amnarw and Oleum essentiale Amygdale amare are obtained.    These are sometimes
used in the same cases as prussic acid.  A few bitter almonds
are sometimes added to the sweet in making emulsions, on
account of their sedative properties; as well as for the flavor.
Aqua Amyydalwe amare is made of very different degrees
of strength; and as no form is given for it in the British pharmacopceias, it is necessary for the prescriber to specify the
kind intended.  That of the Prussian pharmacopoeia contains
two-thirds of a grain of pure prussic acid in an ounce, which
is about the average of the Continental preparations.  Dose,
from 10 to 30 drops, sometimes increased to 60. A formula.
for a much weaker kind has lately been introduced into the
United States pharmacopoeia. A still weaker kind is sometimes
sold under the name of black cherry water.  The leaves and
kernels of the Peach (Amygdalus Persica) have similar properties.  The flowers are laxative.
480.        R Amygdalke dulc. excort. 3vj.
Amygd. amarme excort. Sij.
Aquas, f xvj.
Make an emulsion: take two spoonfuls twice or thrice a day.
Sedative and Demnlcent.-BERAL.
481.        R Emuls. Amygd. dule. (ex. Am. dulc. 3ij.) ~j.
Amygdaline, gr. xvij.
Dissolve. Dose, from ten to thirty drops.
In the same cases as Ac. Hydrocyanicum.-Wo   EHLER.
482.        R 01. essent. Amygd. amaroe, gtt. xx.
Spirit. Vini rectificati, siij. [f3iv.]
Mix: from ten to twenty drops three times a day.
In Facial Neuralgia.-RADIUS.
AMYLUM. Starch.
Wheat starch and the starches of other plants (as of potato,
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are also used in enemata, in irritated states of the rectum; the
powder is dusted on the skin to absorb irritated secretions, and
to allay inflammation in some affections of the skin. It is much
employed in the nursery for the excoriations of infants. Starch
is an antidote for poisoning by iodine. The only officinal preparations are Decoctum Amyli and Trochisci Amyli.
483.        g Pulv. Amyli, 3x.
Pulv. Soda Carbonatis, 3j.
Mix: make a powder, to be applied to the affected part.
In some Skin Diseases.-DEVERGIE.
The foecula or starch of potato, arrow-root, tous-les-mois, &c.
have similar properties, but are more frequently employed as
a mild article of diet.
ANETHUM. F(ENICULUM.            ANISUM.      CARUI.
These aromatic seeds, or rather fruits, are placed together,
as their properties and uses are similar.  The plants which
produce them belong to the natural order Urmbelliferie.
Dill seed is the fruit of Anethum graveolens; Anise seed, of
Pimpinella Anisum; Fennel seed, of Foeniculum dulce [officinale, D.]; Carraway, of Carum Carui. They are mildly stimulant and carminative; and are used in flatulent disorders, particularly of children; and as vehicles and correctives of more
active or less agreeable remedies, especially to cover the taste,
and prevent the griping effects of purgatives.
The doses of Aqua Anethi, Aqua Foeniculi, Aqua Anisi,
and Aqua Carui are from half an ounce to two or three ounces
for adults; or from a teaspoonful to a dessertspoonful for children. Infusum Foeniculi, Infusum Anisi, and Infusum Carui,
the same.
Spiritus Anisi and Sp. Carui are used for the same purposes, in doses of one or two drachms; but for children the
simple waters are preferable.  Tinctura Carui comp. (Guy's
H.) 1 to 4 drachms.
The dose of Oleum Anethi is from 2 to 4 drops; of Oleum
Foeniculi, 01. aruvi, and 01. Anisi, from 2 to 8 drops. Oleosaccharum Anisi, ec., 20 to 30 grains. Of the powdered seeds,
from 10 to 30 grains.




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484.           R Semin. Anisi,
Semin. Foeniculi, ana gr. ij.
Purl. Croci, gr. j.
Magnesie, gr. viij.
Sacchari albi, gr. vij.
Mix: make a powder. Take one-half immediately, and the balance
after the lapse of an hour.
In Tormina of Infants. —Dr. COPLAND.
485.           R Radicis Fceniculi,
Semin. Foeniculi, ana iij.
Cut, bruise, and mix. [Two or three spoonfuls to be boiled for some
time in a quart of water, and the strained decoction taken by
glassfuls.]
To promote the Secretion of Milk.-RADIUS.
486.          P~ Infusi Anisi, giv.
Sacchari albi, 3ij. Mix: by teaspoonfuls.
In Flatulence of young Children.
487.           R Olei Anisi, gutt. iv.
Sacchari albi, 3ss. Mix intimately, and add
Aquac, fij.
Pulv. Rhei, 3ss.
Magnesi&e Carb. Dj.
Tinctura, Opii, gutt. iv.
Sp. Ammon. foetidi, gutt. x.
Mix: take a dessertspoonful every third hour.
In Infantile Convulsions.-Dr. BRERETON.
488.           R Olei Anisi, rlxij.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Tinct. Zingiberis, f3ij.
Aquae Menthee pip. f viiss. Mix. Dose, three spoonfuls.
Carminative.-Dr. AINSLIE.
489.           R Sodae Bicarbon. gr. viij.
Olei Anisi, gtt. j.
Syrupi Aurantii, 5j. Rub up together, and add
Aquoe Anethi (vel Fceniculi), f j.
Take a teaspoonful as occasion requires.
As a (Carminative for Children.
490.           R Seminum Anisi contus. 3iss.
Fol. Melissae, 3j.
Aquae calidee, lbij.
Infuse for a fourth of an hour, strain, and add as much sugar as may
please.
Carminative.-Dr. COPLAND.




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ANGELICA.
The Garden Angelica, Angelica Archangelica (Nat Ord.
Umbellifere or Apiacew), is stimulant, carminative, and tonic.
The seeds and roots are the parts principally used; the latter
retain their pungency longer.  Dose of the powdered root, 10
to 20 grains; Aqua Angelicw, an ounce; Extractum, 5 to 15
grains; Infusum, by spoonfuls; Tinctura, a drachm; Spiritus
Angeliee, and Sp. Angel. Comp. from     half a drachm to 2
drachms.
491.         R Pulv. rad. Angelicae, 3j.
Pulv. Cinchona?, 3ss.
Make a powder: to be taken every third hour.
Inr Intermittent Fevers.-Dr. CASTLE.
492.         R Angelicae rad. 3x.
Aque, Oiij.
Boil to two pints and strain. A wineglassful every three hours, as a
sudorific and cordial.
In Typhus Fever.-Dr. CASTLE.
493.          h Rad. Angelicre, gij.
Rad. Serpentarime,,ss.
Flor. Sambuci, gj.
Potas. Subcarbon. 3iij.
Aqum'ferventis, lbij. Macerate for three hours and strain.
Liquoris colati, fgiss.
Sp. Juniperi comp. f3j.
Vini Opii, WLx. Make a draught.
In Atonic Dropsy.-Dr. COPLAND.
ANTHEMIS.       Chamomile.
The dried flowers of common Chamomile, Anthemis nobilis
(Nat. Ord. Composite), are stomachic and tonic; and are used
in dyspepsia and general debility. The warm infusion is used
to promote the action of emetics.  Externally, the hot decoction or infusion, or the flowers themselves moistened with hot
water, are applied to relieve pain, &c.  Dose of the powdered
flowers, from five to thirty grains; Infusum Anthemidis, one
to three ounces; _Extractum, five to twenty grains; Aqua, one
to eight drachms; Oleum volatile, one to four drops. Decoctum
Chamomwli comp. is used in fomentations and clysters.




102           THE BOOK      OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
494.           R Pulv. Anthemidis, 3ss.
Pulv. Piperis longi, gr. iij.
Pulv. Aloes, gr. j.
Mix: make a powder, to be taken every night.
In Flatulency and Eructations.- Dr. HEBERDEN.
495.          13 Pulv. Anthemidis, 3j.
Pulv. Myrrh-e, gr. v.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. iij.
Mix: make a powder, to be taken twice a day.
Stomachic and Tonic. —Dr. BABINGTON.
496.           1P Pulv. Anthemidis, gr. xvj.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. viij.
Pulv. Zingiberis, gr. j. Make a powder.
Stomacchic and Laxative.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
497.           1P Pulv. Anthemidis, 3j.
Potassse subcarb. Dss.
Cale. Antimonii, Dss. Make a powder.
In Inte rmittents.-Dr. MORTON.
498.     P     1 Anthemidis pulv. 3ss.
Aqume Menthae pip. f iss.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. ftiss.
Make a draught: to be taken thrice a day.
In Agues.-Dr. E. G. CLARKE.
499.          XR Punv. Anthemidis,
Pulv. Myrrhae, ana 3j.
Potas. subcarbon. Dss.
Make a powder: to be taken every sixth hour.
In Intermittent Fevers.-Dr. MEAD.
500.               u Pulv. Anthemidis, 3j.
Syrupi, q. s.
To make a bolus: to be swallowed every third hour.
In Inter mittents.
501.           1 Pulv. Anthemidis,
Pulv. Ciuchonu, ana,j.
Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ij. Mix, and add
Syrupi, q. s. Make an electuary: take 3j thrice a day.
In Convalescence from Acute Diseases.-Dr. BLA.NtE.
502.           Jf Flor. Anthemidis, 3j.
Cort. Aurantii exsic. 3ij.
Aquwe destil. frigide, Oj.
Rub together in a mortar, and after an hour, strain. A w'ineglassful
twice a day.
In simple Indigestion.-Dr. A. T. T.HOMSON.




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503.           R Flor. Anthemidis, gss.
Sem. Anisi cont. 3iij.
Fol. Menthae vir. 3ss.
Carophyl. cont. 3j.
Aurantii cort. sic. 3ij.
Aqume ferventis, Oiss.
Macerate for an hour and strain: take a wineglassful fiequently.
In Flatulent Dysjpepsia, c&.-Dr. COPLAND.
504.           R Extracti Anthemidis, 3ij.
01. ess. Antheiidis, gutt. xij.
Pulv. Anthemidis, q. s.
Make into 120 pills: from eight to tel to be taken daily.
In Dyspepsia,     c.-TItEuR.
505.           R Extr. Anthemidis, 3j.
Assafcetid-e, 3ss.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Make into a mass, and divide into 30 pills: take three twice a day.
In Flatulent Dysp2epsia.-Dr. AINSLIE.
506.!     1 Extr. Anthemidis, Dij.
Aloes Socot.
Zingiberis pulv. ana 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills: take one or two an hour before dinner.
In Indigestion.-Dr. HOOPER.
507.          13 Infusi Anthemidis, f j.
Spir. Camphorse, f3j. Make a lotion.
In unhealthy Ulceration from      Blisters, and in Typh/us.
COLLES.
508.           R Infusi Anthemidis, 7xij.
Olei Lini. (vet Olivze), ~ij. Make an enema.
R Infusi Anthemidis, fOss.
Sodae Sulphatis, Fj. Make an enema.
ANTH-RACOKALI. A. SULPHURETUM.
These compounds are used as alteratives, in herpetic eruptions, and in scrofulous and rheumatic affections.      Dose, 1- to
2 grains three times a day.
509.           lf Anthracokali simpl. gr. ij.
lMagnesise carb. gr. v.
Make a powder: make three such doses. Give one every eight hours.
In Tetters.-POYLA.
510.       P      Anthracokali simpl. 3j.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, ass.
Mix: make a powder. Take a teaspoonful three or four times a day.
In Chronic Eczema, Impetigo, &c.-RADIUS.




104         THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
511.         I Anthracokali Sulphur. gr. ij.
Sulphur. Sublim. gr. iv.
Magnesiae Carbon. gr. iij.
Make a powder: to be taken every eighth hour.
In Tetters, Psora, c. —POYLA.
512.    IP Anthracokali simpl. gr. ij.
Hydr. Chloridi, gr. ~.
P. Glycyrrhizse, gr. iij.
Three of these doses may be given during the twenty-four hours.
In Syphilitic _Eruptions. —PoYLA.
513.          R Anthracokali, Dij.
Ext. Glycyrrhiz'e,
Pulver. ejusdem, ana q. s.
Make 40 pills: take from two to six, three times a day.
In Lupus, Chronic Eezema, Impetigo, Psoriasis, and Lepra.
BLASIUS.
ANTIMONIUM.
The preparations of Antimony are alterative, diaphoretic,
and emetic: in some cases they prove purgative. They are also
employed, especially the potassio-tartrate, as contra-stimulants
to subdue inflammation.   The potassio-tartrate is also used as
an external counter-irritant.  The following are the officinal
preparations and their doses:
Antimonium    Metallicum.   Regulus or metallic antimony
was formerly cast into little balls, as perpetual pills, which
served for a purgative.
Antimonii Tersulphuretum     (formerly  sesquisulphuretum,
and sulphuretum   nigrum), finely levigated, is alterative and
diaphoretic.  Dose, from five to thirty grains.
Antimonii Oxysulphureturn.    [Ant. sulphuretum prsecipitatum, D.; Ant. Sulph. aureum, E.] Precipitated or Oxysulphuret of Antimony.    Dose, as an alterative and diaphoretic,
one to three grains; as an emetic, five to fifteen grains.
Kermes Mineral is very similar to the last, and is used in
the same manner.
Antimonii Oxydumz.    The dose is variously stated, and its
effects probably uncertain.  Mr. Tyson says, when prepared
by his method (adding the chloride to water and treating the
precipitate with sol. of carb. of ammonia), the dose is from one



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tenth to one grain, and that the latter often vomits and purges.
Other authors state the dose to be from two to five grains.
Antimonitcm Calcinatum. Calx Antimonii lota. Uncertain;
but less active than the preceding. It was formerly prescribed
in doses of five to ten grains or more.  It is an antimoniate of
potash.
Pulvis Antimonii Compositus.   Antimonial powder.    Dose,
as an alterative, one to three grains; as a diaphoretic, three to
eight grains. In large doses it is emetic and purgative. James's
Powder is nearly the same, but with some unascertained difference in the mode of preparation.
Antimonii Vitrum ceratum.     Formerly used in dysentery.
Dose, four to ten grains.
Antimonii Tannas.    As a contra-stimulant, three'to eight
grains.
Antimonii Potassio-tartras.  Emetic Tartar.    This is the
most certain and generally used preparation of antimony. Dose,
as an emetic, one to three grains; as a diaphoretic, one-twelfth to
one-sixth of a grain; as an expectorant, one-sixteenth of a grain;
as a contra-stimulant, from one to three grains, repeated every
four hours for six times.  Dr. Pereira recommends to commence with half a grain, and gradually increase the dose.
VTinum Antimonii Potassio-tartratis.   Antimonial wine is
given as a diaphoretic, from  twenty to thirty minims every
hour; as an emetic for children, half a drachm  to a drachm
every quarter of an hour until it operates.
Antimnonii Terchloridum. Butter (or Chloride of) Antimony.
It is used as a caustic only.
514.         R Antimonii Tersulphur. lsvig. 3ss.
Magnesie Carbonatis, gr. v.
Cinnamomi pulv. gr. iv.
Sacchari albi, 3ss.
Make a powder: take half, morning and evening.
In Scrofula, Cutaneous Diseases,   c.- RADIUS.
515.     1      Antim. Sulphur. nigri,
Hydrargyri Sulphureti nigri, ana Dj.
Confectionis Aurantii, q. s.
Make a bolus: to be taken morning and night.
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106           THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
516.           R Antimonii Oxysulphureti,
Pulv. Ipecacuanhse comp. ana 3j.
Guaiaca Resinse, 3ij.
Theriacse, q. s. To make 60 pills: one every six hours.
In Skin Diseases.-Dr. CHEYNE.
517.           R Antimonii Oxysulphureti, Dss.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Sulphuris proecipitati, 3j.
Olei Lirnonis, tLxx.
Mix: make a powder. Take 3ss twice a day.
In Chronic Rheumatism, Skin Diseases,         c.
518.           R Antimonii Oxysulphureti, 3ss.
Sulphuris sublimati, 3iss.
Guaiaci Resinue, 3j.
Extr. Conii, 3j.
Sacchari faecis, q. s. Divide into 60 pills.
In Chronic Catarrhal Affections.-Dr. JoY.
519.           R Antimonii Oxysulphureti,
Hydrargyri Chloridi, ana 3ss.
Ammoniaci, 3j.
Bals. Peruviani, q. s.
Make 30 pills: take one or two every night.
In Scrofula.-Dr. DUNCAN.
520.           R Antimonii Oxysulph.
Camphorse tritme, ana gr. vj.
Acid. Benzoici, 5ss.
Oleosacchari Anisi, 3j.
Mix: make a powder, and divide into six equal parts. Take one every
two hours.
In the second stage of Pneumonia.-BERENDS.
521.           R Kermetis Mineralis, 3j.
Extracti Dulcamarse, q. s.
Make 40 pills: take one every hour.
In Chronic Catarrh.-SOBERNHEIM.
522.           R Kermetis Mineralis, gr. iss.
Ipecacuanhme pulv. gr. v.
Mix well, and divide into 6 powders. Take one every four hours.
In Hooping Cough. —MONTPELLIER HOSP.
523.           R Kermetis Mineralis, gr. j.
Camphorse tritse, gr. ij.
Pulv. Gummosi, 3j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every second hour.
In Typhoid Pneumonia.-PHcEBUS.




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524.          JR Antimonii Oxidi, 3iss.
Morphiae Muriatis, gr. iss.
Confectio. RosSe, q. s.
Make 24 pills, of which take two every three hours.
In Chronic Rheumatism,        and Cutaneous Diseases.
Dr. NELIGAN.
525.          IR Lohoch albi (vel Mist. Amygdale), v.
Antim. Oxidi albi, 3ss.
Mix: the whole to be taken, in divided doses, during 24 hours.
In Febrile Pulmonary Catarrh.-M. TROUSSEAU.
526.          1R Antimonii Protoxidi (Tyson's), gr. ij.
PotassSe Sulphatis, gr. ix.
Calcis phosphatis prSecip. gr. ix.
Mix: dose, from five to ten grains.
As a Diaphoretic, Mc.-Mr. TYSON.
52 7.          R Antimonii Sesquiox. jj.
Nitratis Potassas, 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. 3ss.
To be mixed and made into a very fine powder, and divided into seven
equal parts, of which one may be administered each hour.
Dr. PEREIRA.
528.           R Calc. Antimonii,
Potas. Carbon. ana 3ss.
Pulv. Anthemidis, 3j.
Make a powder, to be taken every sixth hour during the space of two or
three days.
In Intermittents. —Dr. MORTON.
529.           R Pulv. Antimonii comp. gr. xij.
Pulv. Tragac. comp. 3ij.
Mix well, and divide into four powders. Take one every fourth hour.
As a Diap}oretic.-Dr. JoY.
530.          13 Pulv. Antimonii comp. gr. iij.
Hydr. Chloridi, gr. ss.
Extracti Hyoscyami, gr. iss.
Make a pill, to he taken every third hour.
In  Acute Rheumatism, and mild Febrile Affections, with a
harsh dry skin.                            Dr. NELIGAN..
531.          R1 Pulv. Antimonii comp. gr. ij-v.
Camphorae rasse, gr. ij-iv.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iv-vij.
Syr. Papaveris, q. s.
Make three pills, to be taken just before hour of sleep.
At the commencement of Brain Fever.-Dr. COPLAND.




108           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
532.              P Pulver. Jacobi, gr. vj.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iv.
Mix: make two pills, to be taken just before hour of sleep. [To be
followed by an aperient draught in the morning.]
In recent Catarrhs.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
533.           R Pulv. Jacobi,
Pil. Aloes et Myrrhm,
G. Guaiaci, sing. 3iiss.
Tinct. Castorei, q. s.
Make 96 pills: take three or four every night; and take a teaspoonful
of vinegar of squills every morning, in a tablespoonful of cinnamon
water.
In Dropsy, c..-Dr. JAMES.
534.           3 Pulv. Jacobi, gr. v.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. j.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. ij.
Confect. Rose, q. s.
Make two pills: to be taken just before usual hour of sleep.
Diaphoretic. —Dr. HOOPER.
535.           13 Pulv. Jacobi, gr. viij.
Hydr. Chloridi, gr. iv.
Opii pulv. gr. j.
Contf Rosse, q. s.
Mix, and divide into four pills, of which take one every six hours with a
saline draught.
In Inflammction of the Lungs. —Dr. G. GREGORY.
536.           R Pil. Plummeri, gr. xviij.
Pulv. Jacobi veri, gr. xij.
Sapon. Castil. gr. xxiv.
Mix: divide into twelve pills. Two every night.
In Bilious Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.
537.       P   1 Antimoni Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Ipecacuanhae pulv. 3j. Make an emetic powder.
Dr. HOOPER.
538.          13 Antim. Potassio-tart gr. iij.
Aquae ferventis, ~vj.
Dissolve.: take f gj every quarter of an hour, until vomiting is induced.
Dr. PEARSON.
539.           R Antim. Patassio-tartr. gr. j.
Decocti llordei, Oij.
Mix: the whole to be taken in twenty-four hours. To be followed,
as soon as it has sufficiently acted, by tonics. No local applications.
In Erysipelas. —Dr. WALSHE.




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540            R Antim. Tart. gr. 4.
Decoct. Hordei, Oij. Dissolve, and add
Syrupi, iij.
To be taken by glassfuls in the course of the day.
A  nauseating drink in Inflammation of the Eyes and Ears.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
541.           R Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Emulsio. Amygdalm amarme, 3vj.
Mix: take three spoonfuls every third or fourth hour. [When the inflammation subsides, the same medicine to be continued at longer
intervals.]
In Pneumonia, after bleeding, and calomel and opium.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
542.           ] Antim. Potassio-tart. granum.
Potassse Nitratis, 3ij.
MisturLe Amygdal e, f xij.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. f ss.
Make a cough mixture, of which a tablespoonful may be given every
hour.
In Bronchitis,    ec. —Dr. GRAVES.
543.          Aj Antim. Potassio-tartr. gr. j.
Tincturta Opii, mxx.
Aque dcstillatae, f 3j.
Mix: a teaspoonful every, or every alternate, night.
In Hooping Cough.-Sir W. W.          TSON.
544.          t~ Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. ij.
Magnes. Sulphatis, 3ss.
Aquae pure, f x. 
Mix: the dose for an adult is a tablespoonful; for a child of two years,
a teaspoonful; repeated every half hour.
In Cholera.-Dr. BILLING.
545.           I Antim. Potassio-tartr. gr. ij.
Aqum destillatme, f vij.
Aqum Lauro-cerasi, f3ij.
Syrupi simplicis, f3vj.
Make a mixture, of which a tablespoonful may be given every two
hours. [With antiphlogistic treatment.]
In Acute Catarrh and Bronchitis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
546.           1 Antimonii Potassio-tartr. gr. iv.
Tincturte Opii, f3j.
Misturge Camphorme, f viij.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful to be given every second hour.
In Delirium    Tremens, and in the advanced stage of continued
Fevers, with sleeplessness and extreme nervous excitement.
Dr. GRAVES.




110           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
547.           R Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. ij.
Moschi, gr. xxx.
Mucilaginis Acaciae,
Syrupi simplicis, ana f~j.
Aquae, fax. Mix: take f ss every hour.
In the same cases, where Opiu       is inadmissible. —Dr. GRAVES.
548.           R Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. iij.
Tincturae Opii, f3ss.
Aquae purse, f vj.
Mix: dose, a tablespoonful every half hour, or at greater intervals until
the delirium has ceased.
In Delirium     Tremens, and other cases of nervous excitement
where depletion is inadmissible.             Dr. DRUITT.
549.           R Antimonii Potassio-tartr. gr. vj.
Aquae Cinnamomi,
Aquae desillatte, ana f viij.
Syrupi Althaeae, f ij.
Make a mixture,,of which a sixth portion may be given every second hour.
In Pneumonia, Acute Rheumatism, fc. —Dr. JoY.
550.           R Antimonii Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Aquae destillatse, f iss.
Syrupi simplicis, f3ss.
Mix: one, two, or three teaspoonfuls every quarter of an hour until
vomiting is produced.
As an -Emetic, in the Inflammatory Complaints of Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL'
551.           R Antim. Potassio-tartr. gr. j.
Aquae destillatae, f viij.
Mix: take f j every hour. [The same mixture to be repeated at intervals of four and afterwards of six hours.]
In Chorea, from     fright, ec. —Dr. SETH THOMPSON.
552.           R Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. ij.
Aquae purae, f vj.
Tinct. Opii, fltxx.
Make a mixture, of which a spoonful may be given every hour until
nausea or vomiting supervenes.
In rigidity of Os Uteri, in Labor. —Dr. HARDY.
553.          I1 Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. ij.
Potassse Nitratis, 3ss.
Aquae, f xij.
Spt. JEtheris Nitrici, 3j. Mix.
554.            B Antim. Potassio-tartr. granum.
Misturae Amygdalae, f xij.
Potassse Nitratis, 3ij.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3iss.
Tinct. Digitalis, f3ss.
Mix: one tablespoonful every hour.
In Bronchitis, with Dropsy of the Chest.-Dr. GRAVES.




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555.           R Antim. Potassio-tartr. gr. j.
Mist. Amygdalae, f xij.
Potassae Nitratis, f3ij.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. f ss.
Make a mixture, of which take a tablespoonful every hour.
In Bronchitis.-Dr. GRAVES.
556.           R Vini Antimon. Potassio-tartr. stxxx.
Vini Ipecacuanhse, ntx.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. Wlxx.
Mucilag. Acaciue, f3vij.
Mix: give two teaspoonfuls every four hours, for a child of four years.
In Hooping Cough. —Dr. WEST.
557.           R Vini Antimon. P.-tart. f j.
Syrupi Papaveris, f j.
Aquue, f vj.
Mix: take two or three spoonfuls for a dose.
Dr. HOOPER.
558.           I Vini Antimonii Pot.-tart. f3ij.
Liq. Ammonia Acetatis, f j.
Syr. Tolutani, fvvj.
Aque fontana, f iv.
Mix: dose, a sixth part every fourth hour.
In recent C(atarrh.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
559.           Rf Aquae fontanse, f vss.
Sacchari puri, 3iss.
Vini Antimonii P.-tart. f3ij.
Tincturae Opii, guttas xx. Mix: take f j thrice a day.
Diaphoretic.-Dr. JAMES HAMILTON.
560.           R Antim. Potassio-tartr. gr. j.
Cretse prseparatse, Dss.
Make a powder, to be taken in two spoonfuls of some appropriate
vehicle. [It frequently vomits, procures a stool, and produces
diaphoresis.]
In Fevers.-Dr. E.G. CLARKE.
561.           R Antimonii Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Cretse praeparatce,
Sacchari albi, aa 3ss.
Mix with the greatest accuracy, and divide into ten equal parts, of
which take one every second or third hour.
Diaphoretic.-Mr. BRANDE.
562.           R Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhae, gr. x.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ij.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, 3j.
Mix well, and divide into ten powders.
-Expectorant.-Dr. HOOPER




112          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
563.         1] Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Hydrarg. cum Creta, gr. xij.
Sacchari albi, Jj.
Mix, and make eight powders. One powder two, three, or four times a day.
In Bronchitis of Children, and Skin Affections.-Dr. HOOPER.
564.          R Antim. Potassio tart. 3ij.
Tinct. Oantharidis, fgj.
Aquae Rosae calidoe, f ij. Dissolve: make an embrocation.
As a Counter-irritant (when the ointment fails).-Dr. JoY.
565.          R Antim. Pot-tart. 3j.
Aqua destillatae, f j. Make an embrocation.
Sir W. BLIZARD.
566.          1 Antim. Tart. 3ss.
Unguent. Hydrarg. 3j.
Axungia, 3vij.
Mix: the size of a nut to be rubbed in night and morning over the epigastric region.
For C'hronic Inflanmmatory Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.
567.          P Pulv. Aloes, gr. iij.
P. Antim. Tart. gr. 4.
Butyri Cacao 3ij.
Mix: make a suppository. One to be introduced every day until a severe
pain is felt round the margin of the anus.
To recall a suppressed hwmorrhoidal discharge.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
ANGUSTURA. See CUSPARIA.
APARINE.    See GALIUM APARINE.
ARCTOSTAPHYLOS.      See UVA URSI.
APOCYNUM CANNABINUM.
Apocynum    Cannabinum   (Nat. Ord. Apocynacete) is known
in America under the name of Indian Hemp, but must not be
confounded with Cannabis Indica.      The root is emetic and
cathartic, and sometimes acts as a diuretic, diaphoretic, and
expectorant.   Dose of the powdered root as an emetic and
cathartic, fifteen to twenty grains. Decoctum rad. Cannabini,
one to two ounces three times a day in Dropsies.    Extractum,
three or four grains three times a day.
568.     P       Decocti Apocyni, f,.xv.
Syr. Aurantii, f j.
Mix: take a wineglassful twice or thrice a day.
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ARGEMONE MEXICANA.
The yellow Mexican Thistle, or Prickly Poppy (Argemone
Mexicana, Nat. Ord. Papaveracee), contains a milky juice
which is applied to cancers, spots on the cornea, and eruptions
on the skin; also to repress proud flesh.  The seeds are narcotic and emetico-cathartic.. The oil expressed from the seeds,
in the dose of thirty drops, produces profound sleep, and afterwards relieves the bowels.  It has been proposed by Dr W.
Hamilton as a remedy for Cholera.
569.         l; Sem. Argemonis Mexicane, 3ij
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Aque purse, f h viij.
Make an emulsion, of which take a tablespoonful every half hour.
In Dry Bellyache.-Dr. AFFLECK.
570.    R! Succi Argemonis Mexicanm, ~viij.
Succi Jatrophoe multifidc, viij.
Saponis Hispanici, ~j.
Spirit. Sacchari (Rumi), ~iij.
Mix: expose it to the sun till sufficiently thickened to spread on lint.
Apply this to the diseased part, previously bathed with a decoction
of berries of French physic nut.
A CREOLE remedy for Cancer.
ARGENTUM.
Silver in fine powder has been used, in frictions on the
tongue, as an antisyphilitic remedy, by M. Serres, but the
chloride is more active.
The Oxide, Cyanide, Chloride, Iodide, and Nitrate of Silver are tonic and antispasmodic; and are used in epilepsy,
chorea, passive hemorrhages, gastrodynia, &c.     M. Serres
lauds the preparations of silver in syphilis, but others have
not found them effectual.
Nitrate of Silver, both solid and in solution, is much used
as a stimulant, vesicant, and escharotic in various surgical diseases. It is supposed to arrest the progress of erysipelas and
other inflammations of the skin, &c.  Mr. Higginbottom, who
has much extended its use, says it is not strictly a caustic.
We must refer to his work for directions for its use in the various cases in which he recommends it.




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Oxide of Silver is much recommended as a sedative and tonic
by Dr. B. Lane, Sir James Eyre, and others, as a remedy for
dyspepsia and painful affections of the stomach, as gastrodynia,
pyrosis, &c., when the tongue is not red; also in uterine hoemorrhage, haemoptysis, &c. In chronic diarrhoea, especially of
children, it has also been found useful. The dose in stomach
affections is from a quarter of a grain twice or three times a
day, increased to one-third or half a grain, and, if necessary,
to a grain. In obstinate relaxation of the bowels, and in that
case alone, Sir James Eyre recommends the addition of a small
portion of opium. In hUemorrhage the dose may be from half
a grain to a grain or more.
Cyanide of Silver is supposed to combine the sedative operation of cyanogen with the tonic of the metal. Dose, one-tenth
or one-twelfth of a grain.
Iodide of Silver is recommended by Dr. Patterson as not
likely to discolor the skin. Dose, half a grain to one grain.
Chloride of Silver is less active. Dose, half a grain to five
grains. In epilepsy, three grains three or four times a day.
Ammonio- Chloride of Silver, from one-fourteenth of a grain;
rarely used.
Nitrate of Silver is given in doses varying from one-sixth of
a grain to two or three grains. For external uses, solutions
containing from a quarter of a grain to eight scruples, to an
ounce of distilled water. The ointments also vary, containing
from one grain to one drachm of the nitrate in an ounce of
ointment.
571.        R Argenti Oxidi, gr. -.
Pulv. Tragac. comp. gr. v.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day.
In passive Heemorrhages, painful Dyspepsia, Chorea, ec.
Sir JAMES EYRE.
The above is the usual dose with which Sir James commences,
gradually increasing it if required. In some cases, however,
he commences with half a grain; but in no case has he given
more than one grain three times a day.




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572.           R Argenti Oxidi, gr. iij.
Micse panis, 3j.
Make 12 pills: take one or two, three times a day.
In the same cases.-Sir JAMES EYRE.
573.           P Argenti Oxidi, gr. ij ad gr. vj.
Mucilaginis Acacike, f j.
Aquae destillatU, f iij.
Make a mixture: take f ss three times a day, first shaking the phial.
In the same cases.
574.           R Oxidi Argenti, gr. ix.
Opii pulv. gr. ij.
Extracti Anthemidis, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills: Take one three times a day.
In Mlenorrhagia.-Dr. THWEATT.
5. 5.          If Oxidi Argenti, gr. vj.
Extr. Absinthii, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills, of which one may be taken three times
a day.
In Epilepsy, Angina, Chorea,       ec.-Dr. NELIGAN.
576.           c Oxidi Argenti, gr. vj.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. xviij.
Ext. Conii, Dij. Make 18 pills: take one three times a day.
In severe Gastrodynia, &e.-Mr. STOWE.
577.           R Argenti Oxidi, gr. vij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, Dj. Make 14 pills: take one twice a day.
J. H.
578.           Bc Oxidi Argenti, gr. iv.
Extr. Humuli, gr. xxiv.
Mix: make 12 pills. Take one three times a day, drinking afterward
a wineglassful of an infusion of chiretta.
In obstinate Chronic Diarrhoea.-Dr. TUNSTALL.
579.           1 Argenti Cyanidi, gr. j.
Pulv. Iridis, gr. ij.
Triturate in a glass mortar, and divide into ten equal parts. One to be
rubbed on the tongue.
In Syphilis.-Dr. SERRES.
580.          13 Argenti lodidi,
Potassse Nitratis, ana Dss.
Rub up together, and make a very fine powder, then add
Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, 3ss.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Mucilag. q. s.
Make 40 pills, of which the patient may take one three times a day.
In G-astralgia, Pyrosis, Chorea,     -c.-Dr. PATTERSON.




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581.           R Argenti Chloridi; gr. j.
Pulv. Iridis, gr. ij.
Rub up together, and divide into 8 or 10 powders. One to be rubbed
on the tongue. [Argenti Ammonio-chloridum is used in the same
manner.7'
In Syphilis.-M. SERRES.
582.           RX Argenti Chloridi, gr. xv.
Sodii Chloridi, 3j.
Amyli, gr. xv.
Pulv. Acacise, gr. xv.
Aquce, q. s. Make 100 pills.
583.           1 Argenti Chloridi, gr. xxxvj.
Pulv. Acacis,.
Cons. Rosse, ana q. s.
Make 12 pills: take one three times a day.
In Chronic Dysentery, and Epilepsy.-Dr. PERRY.
[The quantity of Chloride to be increased to 1 drachm (in 12 pills) in Epilepsy.]
584.           1, Argenti Chloridi, gr. xxxvj.
Quina Muriatis, gr. xviij.:.Malnne, gr. viij.
Mix: make into a mass with mucilage, and divide into 12 pills, of which
take one every six hours.
In the early stage of Phthisis, and in Dyspepsia in debilitated
habits.                                    Dr. NELIGAN.
585.           r Argenti Ammonio-chloridi, gr. j.
Pulv. Iridis, gr. ij. Rub up together, and add
Conservae, q. s. Make 14 pills.
M. SERRES.
586.           1 Argenti Nitratis cryst. gr. - to I.
AquTe destillatw, ~ij.
Gummi Acacike, lij.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful or two every two hours.
In obstinate Diarrhoea.-Dr. CANSTATT.
587.           R Argenti Nitr. cryst. gr. -1 ad 3.
Aquna destillata, 3j.
Syrupi simpl. 3v.
Make a mixture: to be taken by spoonfuls in the course of the day.
In Chronic Diarrhoea (of Children).-M. TROUSSEAU.
588.           Pc Argenti Nitratis, gr. iij.
Opii pulv. gr. iij.
Pulv. Rhei.
Extr. Humuli, ana gr. xij.
Mix: make 12 pills. Take one three times a day.
In Pain and Tenderness of the Stomach, and other affections
of rucous membranes.                    Dr. A. HUDSON.




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589.           Rc Argenti Nitratis. gr. ij.
Extr. Humuli, Dj.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xij.
Rub well together, and divide into 8 pills. Take one three times a day.
In Pyrosis, Dyspeptic Palpitation,      c.-Dr. JOY.
590.           1 Argenti Nitratis, gr. j.
Camphorae, gr. xxiv.
Opii Extracti, gr. iij.
Spirit. rectificati, Trtiij.
Make 6 pills: take one three times every day.
In Spasmodic Diseases.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
591.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. ix.
Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, iij.
Make 12 pills: take one twice a day.
In Chorea.-Dr. COPLAND.
592.       P      Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij.
Fellis Bovini inspissati;
Extr. Anthemidis, ana 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills, of which one may be taken morning and
noon.
in painful affections of the Stomach, without organic disease.
Dro NrLIrGAN.
593.           1 Argenti Nitratis,
Extr. Gentians,
Pulv. Calumbae, ana gr. xij.
Mix well, and divide into 12 pills, Take one twice a day or oftener.
Aen Epilepsy, Chorea, fc. [These contain 1 gr. N. S. in each.]
594.           1 Argenti Nitratis cryst.:ss.
Opii puri, gr. vj.
Extracti Conii, 3ij.
Exirticti GlycyrrhizWe, 3j.
Mix: make into pills of two grains each. Take from two to five every
day.
In the same case.-ITIEM.
595.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij.
Ext. Lupili,  Pj.
Ext. Hlyoscyami, gr. xij.
Make a mass, and divide into 8 pills. Take one three times a day.
Dr. HooPER.
596.          1R Argent. Nit. gr. iij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. iij.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij.
Ext. Humuli, gr. xij.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Take one three times a day.
In Palpitations of the Heart depending on Dyspepsia.
Dr. Ross.




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597.          RI Argent. Nit. gr. x.
Ext. Hyoscyami, 3j.
Bismuthi Nit. 5iss.
Mix: make into 40 pills. Take one night and morning.
In Chronic Gastritis.-Dr. H. GREEN.
598.     P      x Argent. Nit. gr. x.
Ext. Conii, vel
Ext. Lupuli, 3j.
Pulv. Capsici,
Quinse Disulph. gaa iij.
Mix: divide into 40 pills. Take one twice or thrice a day.
In obstinate forms of Dyspepsia.-Dr. H. GREEN.
599.          R Argent. Nit. gr. x.
Ext. Lupuli, 3j.
Bismuthi Nit. Diss.
Quinas Disulph. Dij.
Mix: make 40 pills. Take one twice or thrice a day.
In Gastralgia with Pyrosis.-Dr. H. GREEN.
600.          I: Argenti Nitratis, gr. xij.
Tinct. Gentianae comp. f iij.
Take a teaspoonful thrice a day.
In Leucorrhoea, &c.-Dr. A. HUDSON.
601.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. vj.
Opii pulv. gr. iss.
Make 6 pills: take one after each liquid evacuation, or every hour.
In the rice-water purging of Cholera.-Mr. G. Ross.
602.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. vj. [gr. iv ad xv.]
Aqusl destillatae, xij. Make an enema.
In Acute Dysentery.-M. TROUSSEAU.
603.          BP Argenti Nitratis, 3j.
Aquoe destillatme, f j.
Make a solution: to be applied with a camel-hair pencil.
In Excoriations of the Back, in tedious illnesses.
Dr. A.. T.HOMSON.
[The same solution is applied to the sore edges of Scorbutic Gums (Fox); to
Erysipelas; Lupus; Porrigo, fc (Dr. A. T. Thomson). A weaker solution, ten
grains to an ounce of water, is used to prevent bed-sores.]
604.           R Argenti Nitratis, Div.
Aquae destillatze, f3iv.
Acidi Nitrici, gutt. vj.
Make a solution: to be applied two or three times a day over the inflamed surface, and for two or three inches beyond it, to arrest the
spreading of
Phlegmonous and Traumatic Erysipelas.-Mr. HIGGINBOTTOM.




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605.          ]1 Argenti Nitratis, Dj ad Div.
Aquse destillatce, f j.
Dissolve: to be applied by means of a sponge affixed to a whalebone
rod to the fauces, pharynx, epiglottis, and larynx.
In Affections of the Throat; particularly follicular disease of
the Larynx.                         Dr. HORACE GREEN.
[When ulceration exists, Dr. G. states that the solution should not contain
less than Dij of the nitrate. A similar solution, containing from eight to forty
grains of nitrate to an ounce of water, is used by Dr. E. Watson, Dr. Wagstaff,
M. Latour, and others, in Hooping-Cough, Hoarseness, Diphtherite, Croup,
&c. But Dr. E. Watson considers it improper in acute exudative croup; and
only suitable in asthenic laryngeal inflammation; and that the strength should
vary inversely to the intensity of the inflammation.]
606.           1 Argenti Nitratis, gr. j.
Aquae destillatae, f j. Make a mouth-wash.
In Aphthe. —Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
607.          13 Argenti Nitratis, gr. iiss.
Aquxs destillatae, f j. Dissolve, and make an injection.
In Pistulous Sores.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
608.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. iiiss.
Aquse destillatae, f viij. Make a lotion.
For old Sores.-HAHNEMANN.
609.           B Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv.
Aquae destillatse, 3j.
Make an eyewash: one drop to be applied to the eye by a camel-hair
pencil, and repeated in five or six hours when the symptoms return.
In Catarrhal Ophthalmia.-Dr. MACKENZIE.
610.          J3 Argenti Nitratis, ss.
Aqume destillatae, f j.
Make an eyewash: one or two drops to be introduced into the eye every
second day.
In Egyptican Ophthalmia.-Dr. RIDGEWAY.
611.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv.
Aquae destillatae, f j. Make an eyewash.
In Superficial Ulcers of the Cornea.-Mr. MACKENZIE.
612.           1 Argenti Nitratis, gr. viij.
Aquae destillata3, 3iv. Make a gargle.
In Nurse's Sore Mouth.
613.           R Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij.
Aquae destillatse, fvviij. Make an injection.
Mr. DRUITT.
614.      BP Argenti Nitratis, gr. i to gr. j.
Aquae destillatae, j. Make an injection.
In Gonorrhcea. —Mr. CARMICHAEL.




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[Some writers direct much stronger solutions. Mr. C. begins with a quarter
of a grain, increasing the strength as it can be borne; but finds this to be seldom the case with a full grain.]
615.          R Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv ad xvj.
Aquae destillatse, fgiv.
Make an injection: to be thrown into the bladder daily.
In Chronic Inflammation of the Bladder.
Dr. R. L. M'DONNEL..616.         ZfR Argenti Nitr. in pulv. subtil. p. j.
Sacchari purificati, p. v.
Rub together: to be inhaled from a proper apparatus.
In Affections of the Air-passages. —Dr. WAGSTAFF.
617.         Rk Argenti Nitr. gr. iij ad x.
Liq. Plumbi diacet. rTx-xx.
Cerati Cetacei, 3j.
Mix: the size of a pin's head to be put within the eyelids, and repeated
according to the degree of inflammation produced.
In Opacity of the Cornea.-Mr. GUTIIRIE.
618.         1R Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv.
Adipis prpeparati, 3ss. Make an ointment.
Dr. DItUITT.
[M. Serres uses, for syphilitic ulcers, one scruple of oxide, or half a scrup)le
of iodide or cyanide of silver, to one ounce of lard.]
ARMORACIA.
The fresh root of Horse-radish, Cochlearia Armoracia (Nat.
Ord. Brassicacee), is used as a condiment on account of its
pungency; as a medicine it stimulates the stomach, and increases
the secretions, especially the urine. Externally, itisrubefacient.
It yields, on distillation with water, a volatile oil, which is
identical with that of mustard, and may be employed for the
same purposes.     Horse-radish   is used in weakness of the
stomach, and in paralytic, dropsical, rheumatic, and scorbutic
complaints; also in hoarseness, and in chest affections unattended with inflammation.
Dose of the fresh root, half a drachm; of Infusuzm Armoraciw,
two ounces; Spiritus Armoraciwe, one to four drachms; Syrupus
Armoraceie, a drachm; Syrupus Antiscorbuticus, four drachms.




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619.         R Rad. Arroracise, rec.
Sem. Sinapis cont. ana 3iij.
Aqu-e ferventis, Oj Macerate for an hour and strain.
Colaturne,,vij.
Spir. Ammonioe, arom. 3iss
Spir. Pimentae, giij.
Mix: take two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Paralysis. —Dr. COPLAND.
620.            l Rad. Armoracim, cont. ij.
Serm. Sinapis, 3ij.
Rad. Valerianse,;ij.
Rad. Rhei inciste,,ss.
Vini rubri, Oiss.
Digest, and strain: a wineglassful occasionally.
Stimulant and Aperient.-Dr. H00PEoR.
621.        TE Inf. Armoracise comp. f3ix.
Tinct. Ammonise comp. ultviij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f j. Make a draught.
Sti'mulant.-Dr. PARIS.
622.         R Infusi Armoracise, 3v.
Spir. Armoracise comp. 3iv.
Tinct. Capsici, 3ij. Make a gargle.
In Catarrhal Deafness, and enlarged Tonsils.-Dr. FOSBROKE.
ARNICA.      Leopard's Bane.
The root, leaves, and flowers of Arnica Montana (Nat. Ord.
Asteraeee), are used; but the dried flowers are alone officinal
in the Prussian pharmacopoeia, and are generally preferred.
MAny virtues are ascribed to Arnica; but its principal action
is as a cerebro-spinal stimulant: it is also irritant to the
stomach and bowels, and is supposed to be diuretic, diaphoretic,
and emmenagogue.      It is much employed, especially in Germany, to obviate the effects of severe falls, bruises, &c., on the
brain  and nerves; also in amaurosis, paralysis, and other
nervous affections.  In the latter stage of hydrocephalus and
typhus fever, and in numerous other cases, it has also been
recommended. Locally, it is applied in lotions for contusions,
and in affections of the brain.
Dose of the powdered flowers, five to fifteen grains; of the
root, ten to thirty.  Infusum   Arnise, half an ounce; Extractum Arnice, five to ten grains; Tinctura Arniete, thirty
drops; Oleum essentiale, one to two drops.
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122           THE   BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
623.           R Infuli Arnice? (ex 3j flor.) fgiv.
Syrupi Croci, f'vj.
2Etheris Sulph. gutt x.
Mix: a tablespoonful every hour, to a child above two years old.
In Hydrocephalus. —Dr. URE.
624.           R Flor. Arnicae, 3ss.
Ammoniae Mur. pur. 3ij.
Camphorae tritce, gr. vj.
Sacchari albi, 3vj.
Mix: make a powder. A teaspoonful three times a day.
Expectorant and _Emmenagogue.- M. BERENDS.
625.           R Flor. Arnicse, 3ss.
Aqiase ferv. q. s. ad col. 5viij.
R Colaturce, 5viij.
Syr. Aurantii, ~ss.
Sp. AEtheris Nitrici, gtt. vj.
Mix: take a tablespoonful every second hour.
In the latter stage of fHydrocephialus.-GOELIS.
626.           R Tinct. Arnicse, fgss.
Infusi Acori Calami, f viiss.
Mix: take an ounce every three or four hours.
In nervous Headache, and old Paralytic cases.
Dr. NELIGAN.
627.           R Infnsi Arnicae (ex 3ij. rad.) 3vj.
REtheris Sulphurici, 3ij.
Mix: a spoonful several times a day.
In Nervous Affections. —BRERA.
628.           R Pulv. Arnicee,
Pulv. Comphorae, ana gr. iv.
Cons. Rosa Canince, q. s.
Make a bolus: to be taken every sixth hour.
Dr. COPLAND.
629.           R Flor. Arnicex, j.
Aquce, Oiiss. Boil to a pint and a half, and add
Syrupi Zingiieris, 3ij.
Mix: take from f ij to ft iij, every second hour.
In Paralysis, Articular Rheumatism, fc.-SWEDIAUR.
630.           R Flor. Arnicae,
Rad. Serpentarire, ana 3ij.
Decocti Cinchonoc ferv. 3ix.
Infuse, strain, and to eight ounces, add
Atheris Sulphurici, 3ss.
Syrupi, 3j. Mix: two tablespoonfuls every two hours.
As a Stimulant to the Nervous System. —BRERA.




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631.          R Inf. Arnica (ex 3vj flor.) vj.
Camnphorae, 3j.
Mucilag. AcaciaT, j.
Make an emulsion: take a tablespoonful every second hour.
HORN.
632.          R Infusi Arnica, f viiss.
Potass. Carbon. 3j.
Tinct. Lavand. co. 3iss.
}Mix: take a tablespoonful three times a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
633.              u Pulv. flor. Arnicae, 3iij.
Pulv. Cinchonas, ss.
Pulv. Serpentaria, 3iij.
Conf. Arornat. 3j.
Syrupi Aurantii,.v.
Mix: take from f3j to f3ij, every two hours.
Dr. COPLAND.
634.          l Rad. Arnicae,
Rad. Calumba, ana 3ij. Pour in
Aqua tferventis, q. s. To strain off seven ounces.
Syrupi Aurantii, ~j. Mix: a spoonful every, three hours.
In Atonic Diarrhoea.-BERENDS.
635.          R Flor. Arnicae, 3vj.
Herba Rutae, jj.
Aqua ferv. f.xij.
Macerate, and strain, to make a fomentation.
flor Black.Eye, fC. —GRAEFE.
636.          R Tincturae Arnicae, 3ij.
Aquae destillatae, liv. Make a lotion.
For Contusions, &c.
ARSENICUM.
Arsenic in its metallic state is not administered medicinally.
All its soluble preparations are violently poisonous; and its
insoluble preparations are probably all so far acted upon by the
fluids of the stomach as to become so. They are employed in
medicine as alteratives, and febrifuges or antiperiodics; but
their effects require to be very carefully watched. Arsenious
Acid (formerly termed uhite arsenic) and' its solution with
potash (Liq. Potassae Arsenitis) are generally preferred in this
country; they are principally used in obstinate chronic diseases
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diseases. Arsenic is contraindicated when there is a quick
pulse and a hot skin.
The dose of Acidum Arseniosum is from one-sixteenth to oneeighth of a grain; some practitioners prefer it to the following
solutions in   periodical diseases.   Liquor Potasse Arsenitis
(Fowler's Solution) is given in doses varying from three to
fifteen minims.   Mr. Hunt recommends it not to be given in
increasing doses, but five minims to be given three times a day,
on a full stomach; and the dose reduced as soon as the conjunctiva is affected. He never finds it necessary to exceed this
dose, in skin diseases. The other preparations and their doses
are:
Liquor Arsenici Chloridi, 3 to 10 drops.
Ammonice Arseniatis, from 20 drops.
Sodce Arseniatis, from 12 drops.
Ar'senici Periodidi, 20 drops.
-  Arsenici et lydrargyr Hydriodatis, from 10 to 30 minims.
Pilulce Arsenici (Asiaticre), one pill.
Quince Arsenias, 1-10th to 4th of a grain.
Diarsenias, -d of a grain.
Potassce Arsenias, 1-16th to -th of a grain.
Sodce Arsenics, 1-12th of a grain.
lodidum Arsenici, 1-10th of a grain.
637.          1 Acidi Arseniosi, gr. j.
Sacchari puri, Dss.
Rub together to a very fine powder, and add
Micae panis, q. s.
Mix well, and divide into 20 equal pills. Take one twice a day.
In Chronic Skin Diseases, Intermittents, Hc.-Dr. WOOD.
638.          1 Acidi Arseniosi, gr. ij.
Strychninme, gr. j.
Extr. Aconiti, gr. viij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. v.
Mix well, and divide into 16 pills. One every six hours, or four in
twenty-four hours. If nausea ensues, give half a pill only.
In Neuralgia of the Bladder, Gc. —Dr. S. D. GRoss.
639.          R Acidi Arseniosi, gr. ij.
Opii pulv. gr. viij.
Saponis duri, Dj.
Mix accurately, and divide into 24 pills. Take one once or twice a day.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
[Dr. Barton directs 32 grains of soap, and to divide the mass into 32 pills.]




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640.           R Acidi Arseniosi, gr. j.
Piperis nigri, 3ss.
Rub up together for half an hour, then add
Mucil. Acacias, q. s.
To make 15 equal pills. Take one once or twice a day.
In Elephantiasis, Lepra,      C. —ASIATIC PILLS.
641.           P Liquor. Potassa Arsenitis, f iv.
Liquor. Iodinei comp. (U. S.) f j. Mix: dose, five drops.
DUHAMEL.
642.       P      Liq. Potassae Arsenitis, f3ss.
Liq. Potassae, f3j.
Infusi Gentianae co. f vij.
Sp. 2Etheris Nitrici, f3ij.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls three times a
day.
In Psoriasis.-Dr. S. WRIGHT.
643.          1P Liq. Potasse Arsenitis, Tr1iv.
Decocti Cinchonte, f3x.
Syrupi Aurantii,?ij.
Tincturae Opii, lkTv.
Make a draught: to be taken twice a day after food.
In Chronic Eczema and Pityriasis. —D.r BURGESS.
644.           1 Liq. Potassme Arsenitis, f3ss.
Infusi Quassice, fiv.
Tinct. Lupuli, f j.
Make a mixture: take a sixth part twice a day.
Dr. HOOPER.
645.           R Liq. Potassse Arsenitis, mliv ad x.
Mistursc Camphorce, f3xss.
Spir. LEtheris comp. f3ss.
Syrupi Croci, f3j.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken thrice a day.
In Epilepsy.-Dr. A. FRAMPTON.
646.          lT Liq. Arsenitis Potass-e, TrTxx ad xxx.
Syrupi Simplicis, f3iij.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. f3iij.
Aquse destillat.c, f vss.
Dose, fgj, immediately after food.
Dr. DRUITT.
647.           1c Liq. Potassme Arsenitis, f3j.
Vini Antimonii Potassio-tart.
Vini Ipecacuanhse,
Liquor. PotassTe, ana f3iiss.
Aquae destillatae, ad f xij.
Make a mixture, of which f j may be taken thrice a day.
In Hay Fever.-Dr. F. W. MACKENZIE.




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648.           R Liquor. Potassse Arsenitis, f3ij.
Liquor. Ammonia Hlydrosulphatis, TLxx.
Tinct. Hyoscy ami, f3ij.
Infusi Buchu, f~viij.
Mix: take a tablespoonful every fourth hour.
In Diabetes. —Mr. J. HOGG.
649.          PR Arseniatis Ammonis, granum.
Aquoe destillatoe, foj.
Mix: take from twelve to twenty-four drops every day, gradually increasing the dose to f3j.
In Skin Diseases, ec.
650.          R Arseniatis Sodae, gr. j.
Aquoe destillatae, fcj.
Take from twelve to thirty drops during the day.
In Chronic Skin Diseases,       c. —Dr. PEARSON.
651.          Rf Sodae Arseniatis, gr. ij.
Aqume destillate, q. s. Dissolve, and add
Guaiaci pulv. 3ss.
Antimon. Oxysulphur. 3j.
Mucilag. Acacia, q. s.
Mix with great care, and divide into 24 pills.
In Chronic Skin Diseases, &c.-ERASMUS WILSON.
652.          Fg Ferri Arseniatis, gr. iij.
Extracti Humuli, 3j.
AlthaeT pulv. 3ss.
Syrupi, q. s. Make 48 pills: take one every day.
In Cancerous Diseases, and Herpetic Ulcers. —M. BIETT.
653.           R Liquor. Potassae Arsenitis, f j.
Aquae destillata, f j. Make a lotion.
In mild cases of Lupus.-Dr. HOOPER.
654.           R Acidi Arseniosi pulv.'j.
Pulv. Sang. Draconis, 3viij.
Hydrarg. Sulphur. rubri. 7ij.
Mix: to be moistened with saliva or mucilage at the time of using
As a Caustic, for Cancers, Lupus,       c.-ROuSSELOT.
655.           1 Acidi Arseniosi, gr j. ad ij.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. C. Make a powder.
As a Caustic.-Dr. BURGESS.
ARTEMISIA.
Several species of Artemisia (Nat. Ord. Comnyositx, or Senecionidea) are used in medicine; the principal of which are here
grouped together.




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1. Artemisia Absinthium. Common Wormwood. The dried
tops are used as a bitter tonic, and vermifuge; also as an antiperiodic and emmenagogue.   Externally, wormwood is used in
discutient and antiseptic fomentations.  The dose of the powdered herb is twenty to thirty grains. The officinal preparations and the doses areAqua Absinthii, - to 1 ounce.
Extractuzm-, 5 to 20 grains.
Essentia-, 2 to 8 drops.
Infusum —-, 1 to 2 ounces.
01. Essentiale, 2 to 4 drops.
Syrupus Absinthii, I to 1 ounce.
Tinctura —--- -, dr. to 2 drachms.
--------, comp., a drachm.
Vini Absinthii, 2 or 3 tablespoonfuls twice or three times a day.
Wormwood also forms part of Species Amarse, Species An
thelmintiew, and Sp. Aromatiew (P.).
Sal. Absinthii, formerly much used, was carbonate of potash,
obtained from the ashes of wormwood; but is now considered
identical with that derived from other sources.
2. Artemisia maritima, sea wormwood, has similar properties.
It is less unpleasant, but seldom used.
3. Artemisia vtlgaris.  Mugwort.   The fibrillm  and soft
sound parts of the root, dried in the shade, and reduced to
powder, or infused, have been recommended in epilepsy, infantile convulsions, chorea, hysteria, and amenorrhoea.
The dose of the freshly-powdered root is from thirty to sixty
grains in twenty-four hours; or to children, a few grains, according to their age. Dr. Burdach gives to adults a heaped
teaspoonful of the powder, in warm beer, promoting diaphoresis,
and repeats it daily till the disease is removed. It is not proper
for young persons in diseases connected with their growth. The
dose of Extractum Artemisie is thirty grains; Syrupus and
Syrup Art. comp., two drachms to sixteen; Aqus Artemisiwe,
one to two ounces.
4. Artemisia Abrotanum. Southernwood. This has an aromatic smell; it is regarded as tonic, vermifuge, and antispasmodic; but is seldom used in this country, except in fomentations, and in washes to promote the growth of the hair.




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5. Artemisia Santonica. Tartarian Southernwood.         This is
supposed to yield semen contra, the worm-seed of the shops;
which, however, consists of broken flower-buds and their stalks.
Worm-seed is given in doses of ten to thirty grains morning
acl evening for some days, followed by an active purge, as a
remedy for round worms.
The active principle, Santonine, is used for the same purpose.
Dose, three or four grains.
6. Artemisia Chinensis, Chinese Mugwort, is used in the
preparation of Moxas.
656.          IP Infusi Absinthii,,iss.
Sp. Cinnamomi, f3ss.
Make a draught: to be taken every four or six hours.
In Weakness of the Stomach.-Mr. BRANDE.
657.          R Foliorum Absinthii,
Foliorum Ruts,
Foliorum Sennse,
Ras. Cornu Cervi, ana 3ss.
Rad. Rhei,;j.
Triturate together to a very fine powder, of which take 3ij every morning in four doses, in some saccharine material.
In Worms. —Dr. G.      REGORY.
658.          B Infus. Absinthii, f ij.
Infus. Gigartina, f iss.
Tinct. Valeriane,
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana fgij.
Mix: take a third portion every three hours.
To expel Lumbrici. —Dr. NELIGAN.
659.          R Extr. Absinthii,,ss.
Aq. Menth-e piper. 3iv.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3ij.
Mlake a mixture: a spoonful three times a day.
In Debility of the Stomach.-AUGUSTIN.
660.          R Vini Absinthii, fgiv.
Potass Carbonat. 3j. Mix: take f j four times a day.
As a Diuretic and Resolvent.-P. P. FRANK.
661.         1R Pulv. Absinthii, 3ss.
Calomelanos, gr. vj.
Sodae Muriatis, gr. xij.
Saponis Jalapae, gr. xxiv.
Mellis despum. q. s.
iix, and divide into two boluses. Take one in the morning, and the
other after six hours, unless it has produced good stools.
To expel Lumbrici or Ascarides.-Dr. NELIGAN.




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662.           R Ferri levigati. 3j.
Extr. Absinthii, 3ij. Make 36 pills: take one thrice a day.
In Chlorosis, Worms, General Debility, &C.-SYDENHAM.
663.           P 01. Volat. Absinthii, 3ss.
Spir. jEtheris Sulph.
Spir. Vini rect. ana 3ij.
Give the patient from twenty to thirty drops every two or three hours.
664.           R Infusi Absinthii,
Enema. Aloes, ana f iv.
Make an enema: one-half to be used.
To dislodge Asearides in Children. —Dr. UR1E.
665.           R Speciei Amarae, liv.
Aquie ferventis, Oiv.
Macerate, and strain. To be added to a bath.
In Debility of Children. —RADIus.
666.           13 Absinthii,
Fol. Lauri,
Fol. Rosmarini, ana ~j.
Aqume, lbv. Boil to four pounds, and strain.
As a Fomentation in Bruises and Strains. —          MIALIIE.
667.     P     1 Pulv. Artemisise vulg.,j.
Pulv. Sacchari albi,.ij.
Mix: take a teaspoonful four times a day.
In Epilepsy.-BRESLER.
668.           R Pulv. Artemisiae vulg. 3j.
Pulv. Sacchari albi, 3j
Make a powder: to be taken at bedtime in warm beer.
In _Eilepsy.-LOWsENSTEIN.
669.       P       Extr. alcoholici Artemisiej gr. iv.
Acacia pulv. 3j.
Sacchari pulv. 3iij.
Mist. Amygdale, giij.
A teaspoonful every half hour, gradually increasing the dose to two
teaspoonfuls.
In Infantile Convulsions. —KI      LREUTER.
610.           R Santoninme (crystallizable principle of Semen Contra),
gr. xv.
Pulv. Sacchari,,iss.
Mucilag. Tragacanthle, et
Aque florum Tiliae, q. s.
To make a mass of the proper consistence: divide into fifty lozenges.
(Each lozenge contains 1-5th gr. Santonine.)  1-5 daily.
For Ascaris Lumbricordes. —TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.




130         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
ARUM.
The root of Wake-Robin or Cuckow-pint (Arum maculatum,
Nat. Ord. Araceee) is acrid, stimulant, and increases the secretions.  It was formerly used in humoral asthma, chronic rheumatism, jaundice, obstructions, &c.
Dose of the recently powdered root, from ten to thirty grains;
of the conserve, one or two drachms.
Arum triphyllum is used in America in chronic coughs, even
of a consumptive character.
671.        1R Bad. Ari pulv..j.
Sem. Carui pulv.,ss.
Magnesise, 3ij. Mix: a teaspoonful in the morning.
In weakness of the Stomach, in gouty constitutions.-NICOLAI.
672. 21 Pulv. Ari tryphylli, 3j.
Pulv. Gummi Acacise, 5iij.
Pulv. Sacchari, 3ij. Triturate together, and add while
rubbing
Aquae, vj. Mix: take two spoonfuls twice or thrice a day.
In Chronic Catarrhs, Rhleumatisms, c.-Dr. WOOD.
673.         R gad. Ari triph. recent. 3iss.
Spirit. Juniperi, Oj
Make a tincture: take a spoonful every morning in sweetened water.
In Consumption.-M. POITEVIN.
ASARUM.      Asarabacca.
The root and leaves of Asarum Europsum (Nat. Ord. Aristolochiaceze) are acrid, emetic, cathartic, and sternutatory; but
now scarcely used except with the latter intention.  For this
purpose the Pulvis Asari compositus is commonly used.
Asarum Canadense, Canada Snakeroot, or Wild Ginger, is
an aromatic tonic. Dose of the powder, twenty to thirty grains.
It does not usually prove emetic or cathartic.
ASPARAGUS.
The roots and shoots of A. officinalis (Nat. Ord. Liliacee)
are diuretic, aperient, and alterative or deobstruent; and allay
inordinate action of the heart.  They contain asparagine, on
which these effects are supposed to depend. Used chiefly in
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Dose of Decoctumr Asparagi, a teacupful three times a day;
Extractumn, twenty to sixty grains; Syrupus, from one to four
ounces in the day in heart affections and phthisis.
674.         1 Decocti Asparagi,,xvj.
Potassas Acetatis, Dj.
Mel. Scillae, ss. Mix: to be taken by cupfuls.
In Dropsies. —FoY.
675.         R Decocti Asparagi, lbj.
Potas. Nitratis, 3ij.
Sp. _Etheris Nitr. 3iij.
Oxymel. Scilla, ~ ss. Mix: to be taken as a common drink.
Diuretic and Cooling.-Dr. COPLAND.
676.        BP Syrupi Asparagi, f viij.
Take a dessertspoonful morning and night.
In Palpitations.-Dr. FOSBROKE.
ASSAF(ETIDA.
Assafoetida is the concrete juice of Narthex Assafoetida
(Nat. Ord. Um/bellifere).  It is antispasmodic, expectorant,
moderately stimulant, and slightly laxative. It is much used
in hysterical affections, in nervous debility, hypochondriasis,
flatulent distention of the bowels, in the cough of old persons,
hooping-cough, asthma, and other affections of the chest not
attended with inflammation.   As an enema it is advised in
flatulent diseases of children, in typhoid fever, cholera, convulsions, &c.
Dose, five to twelve grains; Pilulwe Assafoetidwe (E.) ten to
fifteen grains; Pil. Assafoetidw (Guy's H.) three pills; Pilule
Aloes et Assaf. ten to fifteen grains; Pil. Galbani comp. ten
to fifteen grains; Mistura Assafoetide, half an ounce to one
ounce; Tinctura Assafoetidw, a drachm; Spiritus Ammoniwe
foetidus, thirty drops to a drachm.
The officinal preparations for local use are, Enema Assafoetidre; Emplastrum Assafoetidme.
677.         R Assafcetidre,
Pulv. Valeriana, ana p. equales,
Syrupi et Tinct. Valerianae, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 5-grain pills. Take two, twice a day.
In Nervous Affections.




132           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
678.           R Assafmetids, gr. iv.
Ammonie Sesquicarb. gr. v.
Spir. Armoracie comp. foij.
Decocti Aloes, f3x. Make a draught.
In muscular Atony of thfe Alimentary Canal.-Dr. PARIS.
679.           } Tinct. Assafcetidoe,
Tinct. Absinthii, ana.j.
Take sixty drops three times a day.
In Tape Worm. —HUFELAND.
680.           P Mist. Assafetida, fgvj.
Tinct. Valerianae Ammon. f~ij.
Spir. AEther. Sulphuric. f3j.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every six hours.
In Hysteria.-Dr. THOMAS.
681.           R Assafoetidoe,,j.
Aq. Menthle pip. f vss. Rub well together, and add
Tinct. Valerianue Am. f3ij.
Tinct. Castorei, f3iij.
/Etheris Sulphurici, 3j.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every second hour.
in the Hysterical Paroxysm.-Dr. JoY.
682.           R Spir. Ammon. Fcetidi, 3ss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, nx.
Syrupi Aurantii, gss.
Spirit. Anisi, f3j.
Acidi Hydrocyanici, dil. tkv.
Aque, 6j. Take a teaspoonful three times a day.
In Laryngismus Stridulus.-Dr. REID.
683.           P Sp. Ammon. Fcetidi,
Tinct. Valeriance, ana f3iij.
Mist. Camphors,,viss.
Syrupi Croci, fsiij.
Mix: take three tablespoonfuls frequently.
In Hysteria, Flatulence, and various Nervous Diseases.
Mr. BRANDE.
684.          R Assafoetide,
Opii pulv.
Piperis nigri, ana gr. iss.
Make a pill: one to be bruised, and taken in a spoonful of brandy and
water every half or three-quarters of an hour.
In Cholera.-[AN INDIAN SPECIFIC.]
685.           1 Assafcetidse, 3j.
Castorei, jj.
01. Animalis (Dippel's), gutt. xx.
Tinct. MyrrhTe, q. s.
Make a mass: divide into 4-grain pills.
Antispasmodic.-T. H. LYON.




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686.           1 Assafcetid-e, iss.
Extr. Anthemidis, 3iij.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 30 pills. Take three morning and
evening.
In Dyspepsia with Flatulence.-Dr. AINSLIE,
687.           3G Gum Assafcet. gr. xxxvj.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij.
Olei Cajuput, gtt. xij.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. Take two every night.
In Flatulency-Dr. Ross.
688.           1 Assafcetidae,.j.
Morph. Sul. gr. iij.
Mix: make 30 pills, of which give one three or four times a day.
In disordered Menstruation with dry 6Cough. —Dr. H. GREEN.
689.              Tinct. Assafoetidoe, fgj.
Tinct. Opii, nrlx.
Ipecacuanhse pulv. Dss.
Aque, f ij.
Make a mixture; of which take a teaspoonful every third hour.
In IHooping-cough.-Dr. R. REtECE.
690.           P Mist. Assafcetide, gvss.
Tinct. Valerianae Ammon. 3iv.
Mix: make a mixture. Take a fourth part every fourth hour.
Antispasmodic. —Dr. JoY.
691.           R Assafcetidae, 3j. Rub up with
Liquor. Ammoniae acet.
Aquae destillate,
Aquae Pulegii, ana f ij.
Syr. Papaveris. f3ij. Mix: take two spoonfuls for a dose.
In obstinate Spasmodic Cough.-Mr. IBRANDE.
692.           R Assafoetidse pure, 3j.
Olei Amygdalke dulc. gutt. xx. Rub up together, and add
Mucilag. Acaciae, 3ij.
Syrupi Althmese, j.
Mix: make an emulsion. Give a teaspoonful every two hours to a child
of two to six years, shaking the bottle.
In Hooping-cough. —KoPP.
693.          Rl Tinct. Assafoetide, f3ss.
Tinct. Valerianas comp. f3ss.
Ferri Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Mist. Camphoroe, f j.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken three times a day. Take at night,
going-to sleep.
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. iij.
Ext. Coloc. comp. gr. iv.
In Hysterical Affections.-Dr. W. DUNCAN.




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694.           k Tinct. 2Etheres Assafeetidmc, 1Txx.
Spir. Ammon. Arom. fsss.
Mist. Moschi, f j. Mix: make a draught.
In Hysteric and Spasmodic Colic.-Dr. NELIGAN.
695.       P      Assafcetidim colatoe, 3ij.
Liq. Ammon. Acetatis, ^j.
Aquoe Menthse, piij.
Syr. Croci,,ss.
Mix: a teaspoonful to a tablespoonful, according to the age of the child,
every two hours.
In Millar's (acute) Asthlma. —MILLAR.
696.           R Mist. Assafcetidse, fgvss.
Spir. Lavandulke comp. ass.
Spir. Ammonim arom. f3ij.
Mix: take three spoonfuls thrice a day.
In Nervous Indigestion, Hysteria, &c. —Dr. AINSLIE.
697.           R Tinct. Assafcetidm, ass.
Tinct. Opii, f3j.
Decocti Hordei, Oss. Make an enema.
In Flatulent Colic.-Dr. HOOPER.
698.     P       Assafcetidze, gr. vj-viij.
01. Amygdalae dnlc. tLiv. Rub together, and add
Pulv. Acacim, 3ss.
Infusi Anthemidis, "j. Make an enema.
In Flatulent Colic.-Dr. URE.
[This is for an infant. For older children, use one scruple to half a drachm
of Assafcetida.]
699.           R Assafoetidoe,.ij.
Camphorse rasme, gr. xij. Rub up with
Decocti Avenie,,viij; then add
Olei Terebinthinse,,ss. Mix: make an enema.
In Pestilential Cholera.-Dr. COPLAND.
700.          D Assafcetidse, 3ij. Rub up with
Decocti Papaveris, ibj. Strain, write: the clyster.
In Spasmodic and Hysterical Affections.-RADIUS.
701.     P       Assafcetidae, 3iij. Rub up with
Lactis Vaccini, ov.
Strain through a linen cloth, and make an enema.
_In Ascarides.-RUDOLPHI.
AURANTIUM. Orange.
The dried rind of the Seville or Bitter Orange, C. Bigardia,
is a light bitter tonic, stomachic, and slightly astringent. It
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particularly the stronger bitters, quinine, neutral salts, &c.,
to render them   less offensive to the palate or the stomach.
Although regarded as a very safe remedy, large quantities of
the peel have proved fatal to children.
Dose of the powdered peel, five to thirty grains; Confectio
Aurantii, one to four drachms; Infusum Aurantii, one to two
ounces; Elixir Aurant. comp., a drachm; Syrupus Aurantii,
a drachm    to an ounce; Tinctura Aurantii, one to three
drachms; Oleum Cort. Aurantii, one to three drops.
The juice of the Sweet Orange, Citrus Aurantium, is refrigerant, and is used for the same purposes as Citric Acid
and Lemon Juice.
Orange Flowers, and their distilled water and oil, are the
product chiefly of the bitter orange.   They are fragrant, and
chiefly used for their flavor and odor, but are also regarded as
antispasmodic. The leaves are aromatic, tonic, and diaphoretic.
Dose, twenty to sixty grains.
702.          R Cort. Aurantii, gss.
Flor. Anthemidis, ~j.
Infuse in two pints of cold water for twenty-four hours, and strain.
Take a wineglassful frequently.
In Weakness of the Stomach, Flatulence, C. —Dr. PERCEVAL.
703.         R Flavedinis Aurantii,
Radicis Rhei,
Potassae Tartratis, ana 5ss.
Olei Cajuputi, Miij. Mix: make a powder.
In Hypochondriasis,    c.-KILEIN.
704.          R Infusi Aurantii comp. f3ix.
Acidi llydrochlorici, dil. TLxx.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3j.
Make a draught: to be taken every day, two hours before dinner.
Tonic.-Dr. PARIS.
[For other recipes containing Cortex Aurantii, see under Acidum NitroMuriaticum, Cinchona, Quina, Gentiana, &c.]
"05.         1R1 Pulv. fol. Aurantii,
Pulv. rad. Valerianse,
Syrupi Aurantii, q. s.
Make an electuary: a teaspoonful occasionally.
In Epilepsy, and other Chronic Nervous Diseases.
SCHUBARTH.




136          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
706.         Rl Fol. Aurantii,
Rad. Rhei, ana Jj.
Rad. Valeriane,
Potas. Bitartr. ana 5iij.
Mix: take half a teaspoonful twice a day.
Chkorea, Epilepsy, fc.-CHOULANT.
AURUM.       Gold.
The preparations of gold excite the secretions, sometimes
salivate, and, if too freely given, produce great local and general irritation, and act as irritant poisons.  They are classed
among the special stimulants and alteratives, and are used by
frictions on the tongue and gums, and endermically, as well as
administered internally, in syphilis, scrofula, scirrhous and
cancerous diseases, lepra, and amenorrhoea.    Metallic gold, in
a finely divided state, produces the constitutional effects of the
remedy in a milder degree, without proving a local irritant.
Of the salts of gold, the chloride of gold and soda (Auro-Sodii
Chloridum, Sodii Auro-terchloridum, vel Auri et Sodse Murias
vel Hydrochloras) is most used.    The preparations and their
doses are:
Anri Pulvis, from -th of a gr. to 1 gr. (1-5th to ~ a gr.-LECRAND).
Auri Chloridum [Terchloricdlum, vel Perchlori- I From 1-20th to 1-10th of
dum,].............     a  grain.  In  frictions,
Auro-Sodii Chloridum, vel Sodii Auro- Terchlo- r from 1-16th to 1-6th,
ridum,.............    gradually increased.
A uri Cyanidtm, }
Asi dcan idu' n   From -15th to 1-10th of a grain.
— ocidum, )
Sulphuretuzm, 1-10th of a grain to a grain and a half.
Augoum Stanno Paratumn (Puyple of Cassius), 1-15th to 1-10th of a grain (?).
Trochisci Auri, and Troch. Auri Cyanidi, 1 to 4 daily.
Unguentum    Auri is applied in frictions, and also to the
surface from which the cuticle has been removed by a blister.
Syrupus Auri is also used topically.
707.          R Auri pulveris, gr. vj.
Amyli pulv. gr. xxxvj.
Mix, and divide into 12 parts. Take one four times a day.
REICKE.
708.          R Auri pulveris,
Lycopodii, ana gr. ij.
Mix: to be rubbed on the tongue and gums, in divided portions, during
the day.
In Sypthilis,.c.-REICKE.




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709.           R Auri pulveris, 3j.
Syrupi Acaciae, 3j. Mix.
In Syphilitic Ulceration.
710.           R Auri pulveris, gr. xv.
Axungioe, gss. Mix.
To obstinate Syphilitic Ulcers. —BOUCHARDAT.
711.           R Auri Terchloridi, gr. j.
Lycopodii praep. gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 16 powders. One to be rubbed on the tongue and
gums daily. Afterward the same quantity to be divided successively into twelve and ten powders.
In Syphilis.-C    HRESTIEN.
712.           B Auri Chloridi, gr. j.
Extr. Aconiti alcohol. 3ss.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizme, 3ij.
Syrupi; q. s.
Mix intimately, and divide into 20 pills, of which one is to be taken:
thrice a day.
In Secondary Syphilis, with much pain.-Dr. NELIGAN.,
[We omit many other formulae, as they resemble the following: for the use of
the Chloride of Gold and Soda, which is nearly as active as the simple chloride,..
and cheaper.]
713.           1. Auro-Sodii Chloridi, granum unum,.
Aquae destillatse, q. s. Dissolve, and add.
Syrupi simplicis, f vj.
Mix: take a tablespoonful thrice a day.
CHRESTIEN-.
714.          13 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. j.
Aquge destillatae, ss.
Dissolve: six drops, gradually increased to fourteen, to be taken three
times a day in water, or decoction of sarsaparilla.
In Secondary Sypihilis.-LEHMANN.
715.          Rf Sodii Auro-terchloridi, gr. ij.
Manne durs, 3iiss.
Rub up well together, and form into 24 pills with mucilage, of which
one is to be taken three times a day.
In Syphilitic Affections. —Dr. NELIGAN.
716.           R Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. iv.
In sufficient distilled water to dissolve it.
Extracti Dulcamarse, 3j.
Extracti Aconiti, 3ss.
Pulveris Althaeme, q. s.
Make 80 pills, of which take one three times a day.
In Venereal Skin Diseases, &c.-GRiTZNER.
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188           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
717.         1I Auri et Sodce Muriatis, gr. j.
Extr. Mezerei, 3j. Make 60 pills.
MAGENDIE.
718.          R Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. 4.
Lycopodii, gr. xv.
Mix thoroughly, and divide into 20 powders. One powder to be rubbed
on the tongue and gums daily. The same quantity to be divided
the next time into sixteen, then into twelve, and by degrees into
three packets.
In Syphilitic Affections. —CHRESTIEN: TROUSSEAU.
719.          1 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. j.
Aquae destillatae,.iij. Make an eyewash.
In Chronic Ophthalmia. —JAiN.
720.         A1 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. iiss.
Axungis, 3iss.
The size of a bean to be introduced into the nostril in the evening.
In Scrofulous Swelling of the NVose. —KoPP.
721.          R Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. iij ad iv.
Axungioe,.ss. Mix thoroughly, and make an ointment.
In Induration, Exostosis, ic., especially of Syphilitic origin.
GRiTZNER.
722.         B1 Auri Teroxidi, gr. ivss.
Extr. Mezerei, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 60 pills. Take two to ten every day.
HOSP. OF MONTPELLIER.?723.        1R Auri Cyanidi, gr. j.
Lycopodii, gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 16 powders. One daily in frictions on the tongue..724.          r Auri Cyanidi, gr. iss.
Pastoe Cacao,.j.
Mix, and divide into 24 lozenges. One to three daily.
CHRESTIEN.:725.        1R Auri Cyanidi, gr. j.
Extr. Mezerei, gr. iij. [gr. viij. —CRESTIEN.]
Pulv. Althaee, q. s.
Make into 15 pills. Give at first one pill, then two, then three, daily.
In Syphilis, Scrofula, Amenorrhcea, c.
POURCHE: CHRESTIEN.
[Aurum Stannoparatum and Auri Sulphuretum are given in powders and
pills, as the other preparations.]
BALLOTA.
Siberian Woolly Ballota (Ballota lanata, Nat. Ord. Labiatee)
is sudorific and diuretic; and is used in gout, rheumatism,
dropsies, &c. The dried plant is employed.




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726., Decocti Ballotse, Zxv.
Syrupi Althese, jj.
Mix: this quantity to be drunk in the course of the day.
RADIUS.
727.         tR Decocti Ballotte, exvj.
Tinct. Cinnamomi, ass.
/Etheris Sulphur. 3j.
Mix: a wineglassful to be taken every three hours.
In Dropsy.-REHMAN.
BALSAMUM CANADENSE. See TEREBINTHINA.
BALSAMUM COPAIBA.        See COPAIBA.
BALSAMUM PERUVIANUM.
Balsam   of Peru is obtained from    incisions made into the
trunk of the Myrospermum of Sonsonate. It is expectorant
and stimulant, acting especially on the mucous membrane;
hence it is used in chronic catarrhs, and other non-inflammatory
affections of the chest attended with debility; also in leucorrhoea, gonorrhoea, chronic rheumatism, amenorrhoea, &c.       Dr.
Van Ness gives it in half-drachm doses three times a day, in
diabetes mellitus. Externally, it is used as a stimulant to unhealthy ulcers, to chilblains, chapped nipples, and to promote
the growth of the hair.
Dose, ten to forty grains; of Tinctura B. Peruviani, one to
two drachms.
728.          R Bals. Peruviani, 3iv.
Olei Amygd. dulc. 3vjo
Pulv. G. Acaciee,.j.
Rub up together, and add, while rubbing,
Aqua, Ross, div. Mix: dose, a tablespoonful.
In Chronic Catarrhs,     ec.
729.         1R Bals. Peruviani, 3ij.
Mellis despumati, ~j.
Rub up together diligently, and add gradually
Aqua destillate tepid', vij.
Take two to four spoonfuls, twice, thrice, or four times a day.
730.         BR Bals. Peruviani, 5ij.
Vitel. ovor, No. ij. Rub up together, and add
Extr. Cinchonse, 3iv.
Mellis Rosse, ~vj. Mix: take a tablespoonful twice a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. JoY.




140           THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
731.          Jf Bals. Peruviani, 3ss.
Mucilag. Acaciae, 3ij. Rub up together, and add
Aquce Cinnamomi,
Aquse destillatue, ana,ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Asthma, Old Dry Cough, and Rheumatism.
Mr. BRANDE.
732.           R Bals, Peruviani, 3ij.
Ovi unius Vitellum. Rub up together, and add
Aquae Cinnamomi, fiviss.
Tinct. Aloes comp. f3iij.
Syrupi Croci, f3ij.
Make a mixture: take fgiss. twice a day.
In a Sluggish state of the Bowels.-Dr. PARIS.
733.         PR Bals. Peruviani, 3ij.
Mellis despumati, 3vj. Mix, and add by degrees
Misturee Myrrhma (Guy's H.) f vj.
Tinct. Aurantii, f j.
Make a mixture, of which take from one to two spoonfuls three or four
times a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
734.          R1 Bals. Peruviani, 3ss.
Vitelli ovi, q. s.
Aquae Cinnamomi,
Aquoe purae, ana f;j.
Spir. Ammon. Arom.
Syrupi Croci, ana f3j.
Make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Paralytic Cases.-Dr. HUGH SMITH.
735.           R Ung. Cerae albae, 3iiss.
Bals. Peruviani, 3ij.
Olei Lavandule, nYtxij. Make an ointment.
To promote the growth of the Hair.-Dr. COPLAND.
736.           R Bals. Peruviani, 3j.
Fellis Bovini, 3iij. Mix: make a balsam for the ear.
In fetid discharges from the Ear.-Dr. HUGH SMITH.
BALSAMUM TOLUTANUM.
Balsam of Tolu, which is obtained from Myrospermum Toluiferum   (Nat. Ord. Papilionacee), has similar properties and
uses to Balsam of Peru; being a balsamic stimulant, tonic, and
expectorant.    It is chiefly prescribed in pectoral complaints,
after the inflammatory action is subdued.




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Dose, ten to thirty grains; Tinctura Tolutana, half a drachm
to a drachm; Syrupus       Tolutanus, two to    four drachms;
Trochisci Tolutani, ad libitum.
737.         1P Balsami Tolut. 3iss.
Misturse Acacise, f j. Rub up together, and add slowly
Aquae destillatae, f iv.
Tinct. Camphorae comp.
Syrupi simplicis, ana f3iij.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls three times a
day.
In the above Cases.-Dr. COPLAND.
738.         _R Bals. Tolutani, 3ss.
Mucil. Acaciae, f3iv.
Aquae, f3v.
Aquae Pimentae, 3iij. Make a draught.
In Chronic ZMucous Discharges.
739.          R Syrupi Tolutani, ~j.
Emulsionis Acacias,.viij.
Olei Amygd. dulc.,iss.
Mix: a spoonful to be taken frequently.
In Chronic Catarrhs.-NIEMANN.
BARIUM. BARYTA.
All the soluble salts of Barium are poisonous; in small
doses they are used as alterative and deobstruent remedies, in
scrofulous diseases [when attended by an irritable and febrile
state of the system], cancer, skin-diseases, &c.; but require
caution.  The Chloride of Barium (Barii Chloridum, formerly
Barytwe Murias) is most frequently used.
Dose, one to two grains, sometimes increased to five grains
[NELIGAN]; usually in solution.    The poisonous effects of an
overdose should be combated, in the first instance, by sulphate
of magnesia or of soda, or by dilute sulphuric acid. The other
preparations and doses are:
Liquor Barii Chloridi, 5 to 15 minims.
Barii lodidum, 1 to 3 or 4 grains.
Barii Bromidum, the same.
740.         tB Solut. Barytae Muriatis sat. ~j.
Acidi Muriatici, gutt. iv.
Mix: begin with three or four drops, and gradually increase the dse to
ten drops twice a day.
In Scrofulous and Cancerous Affections. —Dr. CRAWFORD.




142           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
741.           R Barii Chloridi, 3ss.
Aquae destillatse, 3j.
Mix: give daily, to a child of three years, from five to twenty drops; to
older children from ten to thirty drops; increasing the dose to fifty
or sixty. [WENDT says from five to fifteen drops every three hours.]
In Scrofula. —HUFELAND.
742.           R Barii Chloridi,
Ferri Potassio-tartr. ana 3ss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, ~j. Dissolve, and add
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
To a child of two or three years, give eight or ten drops every three
hours, in gruel; to those of four to six years, give twelve to fifteen
drops; and to older children twenty drops, at the same intervals.
In Scrofulous Affections, G'landular Obstructions,.c.
Dr. URE.
743.           R Barii Chloridi,
Extracti Conii, ana 3ss. Dissolve in
Aquae destillatae, 3ss. Add
Vini Antim. Potassio-tart. 3iss.
Mix: give fifteen drops, gradually increased to thirty, every three
hours, shaking the bottle.
In Chronic Enlargement of the Testicle, &c. —Dr. WYLIE.
744.           R Barii Chloridi, Dss.
Tinct. Ferri Sesquichlor. f3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, f ij.
Aquae destillatae, f viij.
Mix: give from half an ounce to an ounce, three times a day.
In Scrofula, with languid Circulation, and Debility.
Mr. BALMAN.
745.           R Barii Chloridi, 3ss.
Tinct. Cinchonae,.ss.
Mix: ten to fifteen drops morning and night, shaking the bottle.
In Scrofulous Photophobia.-AMMoN.
746.          lR Barii Chloridi, gr. j.
Morphire Muriat. gr. iij.
Conf. Rosae, q. s.
Make 12 pills. Take one three times a day.
In Chronic Diarrhoea and Dysentery.-Dr. A. WALSH.
747.           1 Barii Iodidi, granum
Cinnamomi pulveris,
Sacchari albi, ana Div.
Mix, and divide into eight equal parts. One to be taken three times a day.
In Scrofulous Diseases. — RADIUS.




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BEBEERINA.
Bebeerine is an alkaloid derived from the bark of the Greenheart tree, Nectandra Rodise (Nat. Ord. Rosacew).  It is tonic
and febrifuge.
Dose of the sulphate, which is the only salt of Bebeerine
generally employed, from two to six grains twice a day, as a
tonic in ordinary cases of debility, &c.; or from ten to twelve
grains twice a day in intermittent fevers, during the intermissions. Some give as much as fifteen grains.
748.         1 Bebeerinae Sulphatis, gr. xxxvj.
Confect. Rosse, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One to be taken three times a
day during the intermissions.
In Intermittent Headache.-Dr. GAIRDNER.
749.         R Bebeerinae Sulphat. 3ij.
Confect. Rose, q. s.
Mix: make 24 pills. Take one, two, or three, three times a day.
In Intermittent Fevers.-Dr. CHRISTISON.
750.         R Bebeerint Sulph. gr. xvj.
Acid. Sulph. dil. rLx.
Aqua destillatae, f iiiss.
Syr. for. Aurantii, f ss.
Mix: make a mixture. Take two tablespoonfuls every six hours.
In Periodic Headache and Neuralgia.-Dr. NELIGAN,
751.         R Bebeerint Sulph. 3ss.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. nLxxv.
Syrupi simplicis, f j.
Tinct. Aurantii, f j.
Aqua, f iv. Mix: a tablespoonful three times a day.
Dr. CHRISTISON,
BELLADONNA.
The leaves and root of Deadly Nightshade (Atropa Belladonna, Nat. Ord. Solanaceee) are powerfully narcotic, and in
some cases act as a diuretic, diaphoretic, and laxative. It is
employed to alleviate pains and quiet nervous excitement and
spasm, in neuralgic and convulsive affections, as chorea, epilepsy, hooping-cough, tic douloureux; also, in rheumatism, dysmenorrhoea, &c. Also, as a prophylactic against scarlet fever.
Locally, it is used to relieve pain, and to dilate the pupil of the
eye.  The vapor of its decoction is inhaled to relieve asthma.




144         THE   BOOK O     PRESCRIPTIONS.
This powerful remedy requires to be used with great caution.
The occurrence of dryness and stricture of the fauces, giddiness,
or dimness of vision, indicates the necessity of suspending its use.
Atropia, Atropine, the active principle of belladonna, is an
energetic poison, seldom given as an internal remedy in this
country.
The dose of the powdered leaves of belladonna is from one
grain once or twice a day, gradually increased to two or three
grains, carefully watching its effect. To children, one-eighth
to one-fourth of a grain is given. The powdered root is preferred in Germany; the dose is somewhat less.
Extraetum Belladonnse, from a quarter to half a grain twice
a day; or one-twelfth of a grain to a child.
Extractum Belladonna    Alcoholicum (U. S. and Paris codex),
from one-sixth to one-fourth of a grain.
Tinctura Belladonnx (L.), from    five to twenty minims,
equivalent to half a grain to two grains of the dried leaves.
Dr. Wood says from fifteen to thirty drops.
Atropia, and Atropiwe Sulphas, from a thirtieth to a sixth
of a grain for an adult.
The following are for local use: Cataplasma —CeratumEmplastrum-Linimentum-Lotio- Oleum-and Unguentum
Belladonne-Solutio Atropie- Ung. Atropie.
752.         R Extracti Bellad. Alcoholici, gr. ij.
Aquae destillatae,.j.
Dissolve: give a child as many drops as it is years old, morning and
evening.
As a Prophylactic against Scarlatina.-Dr. FLEISHMANN.
753.         R Extracti Belladonna3, gr. iij.
Aqua Cinnamomi, 3j.
Give two drops, morning and evening, to a child under one year of age,
and one drop more for every additional year.
For the same purpose.-Dr. HARDY.
[It should be continued for at least fourteen days.-Dr. ScHNEEMANN.]
754.         R Extracti Belladonnse, gr. j.
Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. Mnij.
Misturae Camphorse, 3j. Make a draught.
In Gastralgia.-Dr. STRANGE.




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755.          PR Succi Belladonnae (cum 1-5 Sp. rect.) f.iv.
Misturse Camphore, f vij.
Syrupi Rhoeados, f ss.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take a tablespoonful every six hours.
In Neuralgia, and Tic Douloureux.-Dr. NELIGAN.
756.           R Extracti Belladonne, gr. viij. ad xij.
Vini Ipecacuanha, f3j.
Syrupi Senegc, fi ss.
Syrupi Tolutani, f iiiss.
Mix: a teaspoonful three or four times a day, with a mucilaginous
acidulated drink.
In Catarrh. —   Dr. ELLIS (U. S.).
757.           R Extracti Belladonne, gr. vj.
Glycyrrhiza Rad. pulv. ass.
Succi spiss. Sambuci, q. s.
Make 12 pills. Take from one to three for a dose.
Dr. COPLAND.
758.           R Extracti Belladonnme, gr. iv.
Extracti Gentianae, 3j.
Mix well, and make 12 pills. Take one three times a day.
In flying Rheumatic Pains. —Dr. J. OSBORNE.
759.           R Extracti Belladonnae, gr. v.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhae, 3ss.
Mix: make 20 pills. Take one every two or three hours until the pain
ceases.
In painful Menstruation in full habits.-Dr. G. BIRD.
760.           R Extracti Belladonna, gr. v.
Zinci Sulphatis, jj.
Mix: make 20 pills. Take one every three hours until the pain ceases.
In the same, in Leucophlegmatic habits. —Dr. G. BIRD.
761.           R Ext. Belladonnae, gr. viij.
Pulv. Camphorae, 3j.
Quinae Disulph. 3ij.
Mix: make 30 pills. One every hour or two until the pain ceases.
For painful Menstruation.-Dr. H. GREEN.
762.           R Ext. Belladonnae, gr. viij.
Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr. x.
Zinci Sulph. 3ss.
Mix: make 30 pills. Take one every hour until the pain is relieved.
In Dysmenorrhoea. —Dr. H. GREEN.
763.          R Extracti Belladonnue,
Pilula Hydrargyri,
Ipecacuan. pulv. ana gr. xij.
Mix: make 12 pills. One to be taken morning and evening.
In Cancerous Affections.-Dr. AINSLIE.




146           THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
764.           1 Rad. Belladonnae pulv. gr. ij.
Rad. Ipecacuanhae p. gr. iss.
Sulphuris loti,
Sacchari Lactis, ana 3ss.
Mix: make a powder, and divide into 8 parts. Take one three times
a day.
In Hooping-cough. (For a child of three or four years.)
KoPP.
765.          i, Rad. Belladonne, gr. iv.
Rad. Glycyrrhizae,
Sacchari albi, ana gr. xxxviij.
Rub up well together. Dose, from four to twenty grains twice a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
766.           R Ipecacuanha rad. pulv. gr. ij.
Belladonne rad. pulv. gr. iij.
Zinci Oxidi, gr. vj.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Make a powder, and divide into 6 parts. One every two hours.
In Nervous iEpilepsy.-BERENDS.
767.           J Rad. Belladonnae pulv. 3ss.
Rad. Rhei pulv. Dij.
Mix, and divide equally into 10 powders. Take one twice or thrice
a day.
In  obstructions, enlargement, and induration        of Liver and
Spleen; Jaundice, Palpitations,      c     e.  HUFELAND.
768.           R Rad. Belladonnu pulv. gr. vj.
Quinae disulphatis, gr. vj-xij.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Mix: make a powder, and divide into 6 equal parts. Take one twice
or thrice a day.
In Obstinate Quartan Agues.-RADIUS.
769.          1R Belladonnas fol. pulv. gr. ij.
Potasse Nitratis, p. gr. xv.
Sacchari purif. gr. ix.
Make a powder. To be taken every day just before going to sleep.
In Chronic Rheumatism, Epilepsy, fc.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
770.           R Fol. Belladonnae sic. gr. xij.
Aquae ferventis, 3vj.
Macerate, and strain. Make an enema.
In Spasm    of the Rectum, or Sphincter Vesice. —PITSCHAFT.
771.           1P Extracti Belladonnae, jj.
Aquae purae, f iv. Make a lotion.
Dr. DRUITT.
772.           R Extracti Belladonnse, 3j.
Liq. Plumbi diacet. Oj. Mix: make a lotion.
G RAEFE.




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773.          R Tinct. Belladonnae, f3ij.
Linim. Saponis cum Opio, f viij.
Make a liniment: to be used frequently.
In Neuralgic Pains, and painful Glandular Enlargements.
Dr. NELIGAN.
774.          17 Extr. Belladonna,
Adipis praparati, ana 3ij.
Opii pulveris, 5ss.
Mix accurately: the size of a hazel-nut to be rubbed on the seat of pain
three times a day during the exacerbations.
In Neuralgia.-Dr. DEBREYNE.
775.          R. Unguenti Belladonnm, gij.
Camnphorae redactms, j.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. f3j. Mix: make an ointment.
In painful iHemorrhoids, and Chordee.-Dr. NELIGAN.
776.         1R Ext. Belladonnae Alcoholici, gr. iss.
Ext. Opii, gr. -.
Mix. (Place in the center of a little pledget of carded cotton; fold it
up so as to inclose the extracts, tie with a very strong thread, and
have a double. thread eight inches long attached.) To be introduced per vaginam, placed on the neck of the uterus, and retained
for twelve to twenty-four hours.
In Neuralgia of Uterus.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
777.          PR Atropise, gr. 3.
Sacchari puri, 3iiss.
Mix intimately. Give a grain and a half, two or three times a day, to a
child of five years.
In Hfooping-cough. —BoUCHARDAT.
778.           R Atropise, gr. ij.
Spirit. rectificati, f5j.
Aque destillat~e, f3vij.
Make a solution. One drop to be applied to the inner surface of the
lower eyelid.
To dilate the Pupil.-Mr. W. W. COOPER.
779.          I Atropic, gr. v.
Adipis prucparati, 3iij.
Otto Ros~e, gutt. j. Make an ointment.
In Neuralgia.-Dr. W. P. BROOKES.
BENZOINUM. ACIDUM BENZOICUM, &c.
Benzoin is the balsamic resin of Styrax Benzoin (Nat. Ord.
Styracee).    It is stimulant to the mucous membranes, and
expectorant; its vapor is deodorant and antiseptic; and the
acid obtained from     it by sublimation    (Acidum   Benzoicum),




148          THE   BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
besides its expectorant properties, is diuretic and useful in
calculous disorders, especially in phosphatic deposits. The
Benzoates of ammonia, potash, and soda are decidedly diuretic, and useful in dropsy, gouty concretions, &c. They are
usually formed extemporaneously, by adding benzoic acid to
the carbonated alkalies.
Benzoin has the property of preventing ointments becoming
rancid. Its vapors are supposed to be useful in hooping-cough.
It is an ingredient in cosmetic washes; and in balsamic tinctures as applied to wounds, &c.
Dose of Benzoinum, three to ten grains; Acidum Benzoicum
(and its salts), three to thirty grains; Tinctura Benzoini, and
Tinct. B. comp., thirty drops to a drachm.
780.        R1 Tinct. Benzoini comp. f ss.
Acaciae pulveris, iss.
Tragacanth, pulv. 3j.
Aquas Cinnamomi, f~j.
Aquae purae, f iiss.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take a fourth part three times a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. HOOPERa
781.         1 Tinct. Benzoini comp.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. ana f3ss.
Mix: thirty drops to be given on sugar.
To allay Vomiting.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
782.         R Benzoini pulv. 3j.
Ammoniaci pulv.
Myrrhse pulv. ana 3iss.
Extr. Gentianae, 9ij.
Terebinth. Venet. 3iss.
Rhei pulveris, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 4-grain pills. Two pills twice a day.
In Hypochondriasis, Habitual Constipation, Hc.-Dr. COPLAND.
783.         R Acidi Benzoici, gr. xij.
Extracti Papaveris, gr. xviij. Make 6 pills: one for a dose.
Expectorant.-Dr. PARIS.
784.         R Acidi Benzoici, 3ij.
Mannae, q. s. Make 40 pills: two pills twice a day.
In Enuresis Nocturna.-Dr. J. DELCOUR.
~785.        fR Acidi Benzoici, Dij.
Make a powder, to be taken four times a day.
In Alkaline Urine, with deposition of Phosphates.
Dr. GARROD.




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786.           R Acidi Benzoici, gr. xviij.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Olei Anisi, gutt. ij.
Mix, and divide into six powders. One powder every second hour.
Expectorant, in Chronic Bronchitis, Gc.-NIEL.
787.           R Acidi Benzoici, 3ij.
Bals. Tolutani, 3j.
Tinct. Tolut. q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One twice a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis, <c.
788.          lc Acidi Benzoici, gr. vj.
Camphorae pulv. gr. ij.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Make a powder: dispense three such doses. Let the patient take one
every alternate hour.
Dr. COPLAND.
789.          1R Acidi Benzoici, gr. ix.
Decocti Pareirce, f iss.
Morphie Acetatis, gr. }.
Make a draught: to be taken twice a day.
In Mlucous Urine, with copious deposit of Phosphates.
Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
[Inf. Uvoe Ursi may be substituted for Dec. Pareirm when the urine is plentiful; Inf. Chimaphilse when the kidneys require stimulating; and Inf. Buchu
when the skin also is inactive.]
790.           R Acidi Benzoici, 3ss.
Acacias pulv. 3j. Rub up together, and add
Syrupi Amygdalae,,ij.
Mix: make a linetus. A spoonful every two hours, shaking the bottle.
Expectorant.-BERENDS.
791.          P1 Acidi Benzoici,
Ammon. Sesquicarb. ana 3j.
Aquae ferventis, fgvss. Dissolve, and add
Syrupi simpl. f3iv.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3iss.
Mix: three tablespoonfuls to be taken three times a day.
In Uric Gravel.-Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
792.          13 Sodse Carbonatis, 3iss.
Acidi Benzoici, 3ij.
Sodae Phosphatis, 3iij.
Aquae ferventis, f iv.
Aquas Cinnamomi, f viiiss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3iv.
Make a mixture: two spoonfuls three times a day.
In Uric Gravel.-Dr. GOLDING BIRD.




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793.          R Benzoini contusi,
Styracis cont. ana Dj.
Mix: to be thrown on hot cinders in the patient's room.
In Hooping- Cough.
[Blotting paper, soaked in a solution of niter and dried, and afterward
brushed over with Tinct. Benzoini comp. and dried, is also burned for the relief of Cough, Hoarseness, and Hooping-Cough.]
BERBERIS.        Barberry Bark and Fruit.
The Bark of the root of the common Barberry (Berberis
vugqaris, Nat. Ord. Berberidacex) is tonic and deobstruent,
and is chiefly used as a remedy for jaundice and dysentery.
The dose of Infusum      Berberidis is from.one to two ounces
twice a day.
The Fruit is cooling, antiscorbutic, and astringent, containing malic and citric acids. It is useful in fevers, bilious disorders, and scurvy.
Berberine, the active principle of the bark, is tonic, and in
large doses laxative. It has been found useful in dyspepsia with
functional derangement of the liver; and in convalescence from
typhus, cholera, &c. Dose, four to ten grains; larger doses act
as a purgative.
794. 1, Infusi Berberidis, f viij.
Sodae Carbonatis, 3j.
Tinct. Calumbs, fgij.
Mix: two spoonfuls twice or thrice a day.
In Jaundice.-Dr. COPLAND.
795.         1R Berberinse, ass.
Extr. Anthemidis, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One, two or three times a day.
In Indigestion, &c.
796.         R3 Syrupi Berberidis Succi, |iss.
Aquae, Oiss. Mix, as a common drink.
In Fevers, &c,
797.         IR Syr. Berberidis Succi, 3ij.
Infusi Salvise, jvj. Make a gargle.
In Sore Throat
798.          R Infusi Berber. cort. ~vij.
Mellis Rosse, 3j. Make a mouthwash.
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BISMUTHI NITRAS.
[B. TRISNITRAS, L. 1836; SUBNITRAS, DUB.]
Nitrate, or Subnitrate of Bismuth, is tonic and antispasmodic,
with a special efficacy in painful affections of the stomach; as
gastralgia, cardialgia, and pyrosis. It has also been recommended in the diarrhoea of typhus fever and consumption.     In
too large doses, as two drachms, it has acted as an irritant
poison; but by some these occasional poisonous effects are attributed to the presence of arsenic, which it is apt to contain,
unless the purified metal is used in its manufacture. M. Montserrat gives it to the amount of two and a half drachms in
twenty-four hours without any ill effect.
The usual dose is from three to ten grains, twice or thrice a
day, after meals.
799.          R Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. v.
Pulv. Tragac. comp. Dss.
Make a powder: to be taken three times a day. [The dose of bismuth
to be gradually increased to eight or ten grains.]
In painful Affections of the Stomach.-Dr. YEATS.
800.          R Bismuthi Nitratis, 3ij.
Mucil. Acacioe, q. s.
Make 36 pills. One to be taken every two hours.
In Gastrodynia.-Dr. JOY.
801.         lR Bismuthi Nitrat. 3ss.
Magnesihe Carbon. gr xlviij.
Eleo-sacchari Anisi, f3iss.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One four times a day.
In Nervous Vomiting, ce.-KoPP.
802.         13 Bismuthi Nitratis,
Acacite pulveris,
Sodae Bicarbonatis, ana gr. iv.
Make a powder, to be taken three times a day.
In Irritative Dyspepsia.-Dr. G. BIRD.
803.          R Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. xij.
Ipecacuanhte pulv. gr. ij.
Magnes. Carbonatis, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into twelve equal parts. One, three or four times a day,
In Rheumatic Gastrodynia.-CLARUS.




152           TIlE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
804.          Ik Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. viij.
Digitalis fol. pulv. gr. viij.
Testse prseparatse, Div.
Mix, and divide equally into eight powders. One, two or three times a
day.
In Hooping- Cough.-RADIUS.
805.           R Bismuthi Nitratis,
Ext. Nucis Vom. alcohol. ana gr. ss.
Magnesim Carbon. gr. iij.
Sacchari albi, gr. xv.
Olei Menthse piper. gutt. iij.
Mix: make a powder. Twelve such doses are to be made up. One every
third hour.
In Spasms of the Stomach.-VOGT.
806.          P3 Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. xlviij.
Extr. Belladonne, gr. vj.
Olei Menthoe pip. gutt. xij.
Mucil. Acacise, q. s.
Make twelve pills. One, every fourth or sixth hou:
In Gastralgia with Pyrosis.
807.           1 Bismuthi Nitratis, 3j.
Elect. Catechu, 3ij. Make 36 pills. One every hour.
In Choleriform    Diarrhoa. —D    EVILLIERS.
808.          t3 Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. viij.
Opii pulveris, gr. j.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into four powders. One every two hours.
In Cholera.-AMMON.
809.:R Bismuthi Nitratis, 3iiss.
Extr. Belladonne, gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 40 pills. Two, morning and night.
In Gastralgia.- CAIZERGUE.
810.           R  Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. viij.
Mucil. Acacie, f3ij.
Misturs Amygdale, f j. Mix: make a draught.
Dr. PARIS.
811.           R Bismuthi Nit. gr. vj.
Magnes. Carb. gr. x.
Pulv. Acacise, gr. xx.
Mix. (Stir in a cup of boiled milk; when cool, stir up again, and administer twice or thrice daily, each dose to be immediately followed
by 1-16th gr. of muriate of morphia in a tablespoonful of water.)
In Pyrosis.-Dr. GRAVES.
812.          IR Bismuthi Nitratis,
Magnesie Carbonatis, ana 3ij.
Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. ntxxiv.
Aquoe purae, ad fvj. Take f j twice a day.
Dr. W. BUDD.




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813.          P Bismuthi Nitratis,
Magnesise Carbon. ana Dss.
Mucilag. Acacie, f3iss. Rub up, and add
Aquae flor. Aurantii, f3iiss.
Spir. Ammon. Arom. fsj.
Aquse purse, f3x.
Syrupi Tolut. f3ss.
Make a draught: to be taken immediately, and to be repeated in three
hours.
In Gastrodynia, with Flatulence.-Dr. COPLAND.
814.          R Bismuthi Nitratis,
Rhei pulveris,
Conf. Aromaticse, ana 3ij.
Aquze Menthse piper. f iv.
Make a mixture: a fourth portion to be taken twice a day.
In Habitual Constipation and Flatulence.-Dr. DRUITT.
815.         IR Bismuthi Nitratis, 3j.
Magnesise Carbon. 3ss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3iij.
Infusi Rhei, f viiss.
Mix': f j to be taken three or four times a day.
In Atony of the Stomach with Irritability.-Dr. W. STRANGE.
816.          R Bismuthi Nitratis, 3ij.
Quinse Disulph. 3ss.
Olei Menthae pip. gutt. xx.
Mix: make 36 pills. Two or three to be taken morning, noon, and
night.
In Functional Atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. BARBOUR (St. Louis).
817.          R Bismuthi Nitratis, 3ij.
Morphise Acetatis, gr. iij.
Syrupi, q. s.
Make 70 pills: two or three to be taken morning, noon, and night.
In Mucous Gastritis (Organic Indigestion).-Dr. BARBOUR.
818.          R Bismuthi Nitratis, 5j.
Adipis prseparati, 3vij. Mix: make an ointment.
In Excoriations, Irritable Sores, <c.-Mr. BRANDE.
BISTORTA.        Snakeweed.
The root of Bistort (Polygonum      Bistorta, Nat. Ord. Polygonacee) is astringent; and is used in mucous discharges,
passive hoemorrhages, &c.
Dose, in powder, twenty or thirty grains. Decoctum Bistorte,
a wineglassful; it is also used as a gargle or mouth-wash, and
as an astringent injection.
11




154           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
819.           R Pulv. rad. Bistortse, 3ij.
Pulv. rad. Ipecac. gr. vj.
Pulv. Cinnam. comp. gr. xij.
Mix, and divide into six powders, One to be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Diarrhoea.
820.           1 Decocti Bistortse, f vj.
Decocti Papaveris, f ij.
Acidi Tannici, gr. xviij.
Mix: make a liquid, of which a sufficient quantity may be injected into
the vagina, through an ivory syringe, four times a day.
In Chronic Leucorrhoea.-Dr. NELIGAN.
821.           R Rad. Bistortse,
Cort. fr. Granati, ana 3iiss.
Aquae ferventis, Oss. Infuse, strain, and add
Vini Opii, gutt. v. Make an enema.
In Chronic -Diarrhoea.-M. BOUCIARDAT,
BORAX. ACIDUM BORACICUM.
Borax (Sode Biboras) is diuretic, antilithic, and emmenagogue.    It was an ingredient in the old Pulvis ad Partutn
(Ed. ph. 1774); it requires to be used with caution during
pregnancy. Locally, it is used as a detergent, especially in
aphthous affections. Dose, five to thirty grains.
Mel Boracis of the pharmacopoeia is chiefly used in aphthae
of children.
Boracic Acid was formerly prescribed as a sedative.
822.           R Boracis pulv. gr. xv.
Myrrhse pulv. gr. xij.
Croci pulv. gr. iij.
01. Caryophylli, gutt. j.
Make a powder: to be taken once or twice a day.
Emnnenagogue.-Dr. T. FULLER.
823.           R Boracis pulv. 9ij.
Capsici pulv. 3j.
Pil. Aloes cum MyrrhA, 3j.
Olei Sabine, q. s.
Make 30 pills, of which take two twice a day.
In Chlorosis.-Dr. COPLAND.
824.           R Boracis pulv. 3ij.
Sulphuris praecip. 3j.
Mucil. Acaciae, q. s.
Make 24 pills, of which take three three times a day.
In Chlorosis, with Chronic Eruptions.-Dr. COPLAND.




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825.           R Boracis pulv. gr. xxx.
Decocti Pareirae, f xij.
Make a mixture, of which a wineglassful may be taken every six hours.
In iiMucous Discharges from the Bladder, with Acid Urine.
Dr. NELIGAN.
826.          13 Decocti Aloes comp. f i.
Boracis pulv. 3j.
Tinct. Aloes comp. f3j.
Tinct. Castorei, f3j.
Tinct. Croci, f3ss.
Aquse Cinnamomi, f3ij.
Make a draught: to be taken every night.
Emmenagogue.-Dr. COPLAND..
827.           R Boracis pu]v. 3j.
Aq. Amygdale amarae, 3j.
Aq. Melisse (vel MenthTe), iv.
Make a mixture: the whole to be taken by spoonfuls in the course of
the day.
In Dysmenorrhoea.-PITSCIAFT..
828.           R Potassxe Bitartratis, 3ij.
Boracis pulv. 3j.
Aq. Fceniculi,,viij.
Spir. Juniperi comp.
Spir. /Etheris Nitrici, ana f3iij.
Syrupi Papaveris, f ss. Make a mixture.
As a Diuretic in Dropsies.-Dr. COPLAND.
829.           R Boracis Pulv. 3j.
Sodae Bicarbonatis, 3ss.
Potassae Nitratis, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One to be taken three times a day
with a wineglassful of water.
In Lithic Deposits.-Dr. DRUITT.
830.           R Infusi Lini comp. f iss.
Boracis pulv. 3j.
Spir. JEtheris Nitrici, f3ss.
Syrupi Papaveris,
Syrupi Aurantii, ana 3ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every third or fourth hour.
In Acne, with Dysmenorrhoea.-Dr. COPLAND.
831.          1R Boracis pulv. 3j.
Potas. Bitartr. gss.
Sacchari albi, 5ij.
Aquae, Oj. Make a mixture: take f ij every six hours.
In Erythema Nodosum.-Dr. NELIGAN.




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832.          R Acidi Boracici, 3j.
Mist. Camphorse, iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: take two spoonfuls every second or third hour.
In Cerebral Affections.-CnAUSSIER.
833.          R Boracis, 3j.
Aquae Rosie,
Aquue fl. Aurantii, ana 3iij. Make a cosmetic lotion.
In Freckles, Tan, fC.-HUFELAND.
834.          R Boracis, 3j ad ij.
Aquae, Oj.
Make a lotion: to be applied by means of lint, frequently renewed night
and day.
To Gangrenous Buboes. —     Dr. EFFENBERGER.
835.          R Boracis, 3ss.
Aquae Sambuci, f xiss.
Spir. Rosmarini, 3ss. Make a lotion.
To allay Itczing in Roseola.-Dr. NELIGAN.
836.          R Boracis,.ss.
Aquae Rosai,.viij.
Morphiae Sulphatis, gr. vj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Pruritus Vulvx.-Dr. MEIGS.
837.         J1 Boracis, 3j.
Aquae purTe, f iij.
Spir. rectificati, f ss. Make a lotion.
Sir A. COOPER.
838.           R Boracis, 3j.
Aceti destillati, f ij. Make a lotion.
In Ringworm of the Scalp.-Dr. ABERCROMBIE.
839.          R Boracis, 3ij.
Cretae preparatse, 5j.
Aquae Rosae, f iij.
Spir. Vini, f iij. Make a lotion.
To Sore Nipples.-Dr. JOHNSON.
840.          1 Boracis, 3ss.
Aquae Rose, f viij.
Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. f3ij. Make a lotion.
In Lichen Agrius.-Dr. NELIGAN.
841.         1R Boracis, 3j.
Aquae Roste, f iv.
Tinct. Opii, ass. Make an eye-wash.
In Photophobia.-FRIcxE.




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842.        R1 Boracis, gr. xvj.
Aquae Lauro-cerasi, 5j.
Mucil. Cydonii, Sj.
Mix: make an eye-wash. One or two drops to be applied to the eye.
In latter stage of Ophthalmia.-SICHEL.
843.          1 Mellis Boracis, 5j.
Tincturae Myrrhae, 3j.
Mellis despum. 3vij. Mix.
In Aphthe.-Mr. BRANDE.
844.         J Boracis, 3ss.
Mellis Rosse, 7j.
Aquse purae, f viss. Make a gargle.
Dr. HOOPER.
845.          _ Boracis pulv. 5ij.
Aquae Rosae, f vij.
Mellis despumati,
Tinct. Myrrhae, ana f ss.
Mix: make a mouth-wash, or gargle.
In Mercurial Salivation.-Mr. BRANDE.
846.         R Boracis pulv. 3j.
Ung. Rosati (vel Sambuci albi) 5j. Make an ointment.
In Chilblains, C. —— HUFELAND.
BROMINIUM.        POTASSII BROMIDUM.            Bromine, and
Bromide of Potassium.
Bromine is very analogous to iodine in its medical properties,
and is used in the same cases; particularly in enlargement of
the spleen, in hypertrophy of the heart, chronic arthritis, goitre,
scrofulous swellings, &c. It is a powerful irritant, and requires
to be administered cautiously, and largely diluted.
Bromide of Potassium has the same properties and uses, but
is much less irritant. Dose, three to ten grains. Bromide of
Iron, two to eight grains; Bromide of Calcium, two to eight
grains; Bromide of Mercury is given in the same manner as
calomel; Deuto-Bromide as corrosive sublimate.     Unguentum
Brominii compositum and Ung. Potassii Bromidii are applied
to disperse scrofulous swellings, and in chronic arthritis.
847.         R Brominii (pond.) 3j.
Aquae destillatae, 3v.
Shake up together until a solution is made. Dose, from three to six
drops, in sugared water.
M. POURCHE.




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848.         l1 Bromidi Potassii, gr. vj ad viij.
Aquea Lactuca (vel destill.) iij.
Syrupi Althaeae,,j.
Mix: to be taken by spoonfuls in twenty-four hours.
MAGENDIE.
849.          R Potassii Bromidi, 3j.
Aqua fl. Aurantii, hiiiss.
Syr. Aurantii, 3ss.
Mix: make a mixture, of which a fourth part may be taken every sixth
hour.
In Chronic Enlargement of the Spleen and Liver.
Dr. NELIGAN.
850.          r Potassii Bromidi, gr. iij.
Misturee Camphorae, ~j.
Mix: make a draught. To be administered three times a day.
In Hypertrophy of the Spleen. —Dr. WILLIAMS.
851.         1I Potassii Bromidi, 3j.
Aquae destillatee, vj. Mix: a teaspoonful every two hours.
In Herpes Scabidus, Chronic Eczema, and Impetigo Sparsa.
RADIUS.
852.          R Potassii Bromidi, 5ss.
Brominii, rlrviij.
Adipis prsep. 3j. Make an ointment.
BRUCIA.      Brucine.
This vegetable alkaloid is analogous to strychnia in its effects,
but less powerful. It is derived from the same sources, but
especially from the bark of Strychnos Nux Vomica.
Dose of Brucine, one-third or half a grain, gradually increased to one and a half grain; or till some effect is produced.
Tinctura Brucie, six to twenty-four drops.       The salts of
Brucia are probably rather more active.
853.         R Bruciee purse, gr. xij.
Conf. Rose, 3ss.
Mix accurately, and divide equally into 24 pills. Take from one to four.
In Paralysis and Lead Colic.-MAGENDIE.
854.         1~ Aquae destillatae, Ziv.
Bruciac purif. gr. v.
Sacchari albi,.ij. Mix: a spoonful morning and evening.
BUCHU.      [BAROSMA.        DIOSMA, L. 1836.]
The dried leaves of Buchu [Barosma serratifolia, crenata,
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phoretic; with a special action on the mucous membrane of
the bladder; restraining mucous discharges, and allaying irritation of that organ. It has also been recommended in dyspepsia, chronic rheumatism, dropsies, cutaneous affections, &c.
Dose of Buchu in powder, twenty to thirty grains; Tinctura
Buchu, one to two drachms; Infusumm Buchu, one to two ounces.
_Externally, the Tincture of Buchu has been used to relieve
local pains; and the powdered leaves are used by the Hottentots
as a vulnerary.
855.         R Infusi Buchu, f viss.
Pulv. Tragac. comp..ij.
Tinct. Buchu, f ss. Mix.
In Rheumatism, Affections of the Mucous Surfaces, fc.
Dr. COPLAND.
856.         1f Liquoris Potassse, f3ij.
Infusi Buchu, f viij.
Mix: take three spoonfuls three times a day.
In Red Gravel, and Paucity of Urine.-Dr. R. REECE.
857.         R Potassse Bicarb..j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3ss.
Infusi Buchu, f~xj.
Make a draught: to be taken twice a day.
In Mucous Urine, with Irritation of Bladder and Kidneys.
Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
858.        R! Infusi Buchu, f xv.
Potassas Bicarbon. 3iss.
Potassea Nitratis, Dij.
Tinct..Hyoscyami, 3iij.
Make a mixture, of which a wineglassful is to be taken three times a day.
In Dyspepsia with Acidity.-Sir JAMES EYRE.
859.         R Infusi Buchu, f gvij.
Spir. JEtheris Nitrici, f3iv.
Liq. Potassae, fsij.
Tinct. Scillae, f3iij.
Make a mixture: three spoonfuls three times a day.
In Dropsical Affections.-Dr. R. REECE,
860.         R Infusi Buchu, f v.
Pulv. Tragac. 3ss.
Tincturge Buchu, f3iij.
Tincture Digitalis, ilxxxv.
Extracti Conii, gr. xxvj.
Syrupi Tolutani, f ss.
Make a mixture: two tablespoonfuls three or four times a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis, with Tubercles.-Dr. COPLAND.




160          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
861.          R Fol. Buchu, 3ij.
Fol. Uvwe Ursi, 3ij.
Aquas ferventis, f~vj.
Macerate for two hours: strain, and add
Liquoris Potasse, f3j.
Tinct. Cinnamomi,
Tinct. Hyoscyami, ana f3iij.
Mix: two spoonfuls three times a day.
In Chronic Cystitis.-Dr. DRUITT.
862.          R Infusi Buchu,,vij.
Tincturam Buchu,
Spiritus Juniperi comp. ana f ss.
Mix. Dose, two.tablespoonfuls.
Diuretic.-Dr. HOOPER.
863.          R Infusi Buchu, f3vij.
Potasse Bicarbon. 3j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3iiss.
Extr. Sarse fluidi, f3iv.
Make a mixture: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Irritable Bladder, with Acid Urine. —Mr. COULSON.
864.          R Infusi Buchu, fgvij.
Tincturse Buchu,
Tincturse Cubebse, ana f3iv.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Chronic Diseases of the Bladder, Kidneys, and Prostate.
Dr. JoY.
865.          1 Infusi Buchu, f vss.
Balsami Copaibe, f ss.
Liquoris Potassse, fsss. Mix: f j three times a day.
In Chronic Inflammation of the Bladder.
Dr. R. L. M'DONNEL.
CADMIUM.
The Sulphate of Cadmium is used for the same purposes as
sulphate of zinc, and in the same manner; but chiefly for outward use. Dose, from a quarter to three grains. Externally.
as an astringent in collyria, &c.
866.          R Cadmii Sulphat. gr. vj.
Sacchari albi, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, three times a day867.         lR Cadmii Sulphatis, gr. iij.
Aquae destillatas, ~j.
To be dropped into the eye once or twice daily.
To remove Specks in the Cornea.-KoPP.




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868.          R Cadmii Sulphat. gr. ij.
Tincturae Opii,
Aquae destil. ana 3j.
Mix: a few drops to be instilled into the eye three or four times a day.
For.the same purpose.-RUST.
869.          R Cadmii Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Axungiae, 3j. Mix: make an eye ointment.
For the same. —RADIUS.
CAJUPUTI OLEUM.
The volatile oil of Melaleuca minor (Nat. Ord. Myrtaceee).
It is a diffusible stimulant, carminative, antispasmodic, and
sudorific; and is used in hysteria, spasmodic and pestilential
cholera, flatulent colic, spasms of the stomach, chronic rheumatism, low fevers, &c.    Dose, three to ten minims.
Externally, it is an ingredient in stimulating and anodyne
liniments.
870.          R Olei Cajuputi, f3j.
Misturae Acaciae, f ss.
Aqure purae, f vss.
Make a mixture. Dose, a tablespoonful.
Carminative. —SwEDIAUR.
871.          R Olei Cajuputi, iij.
Sacchari albi,?ss. Rub up together, and add
Infusi Calumbme, fiix.
Tincturae Calumboe, f3j. Mix: make a draught.
Dr. PARIS.
872.          R Olei Cajuputi, trLv.
Mucilag. Tragac. 3j. Rub up together, and add
Infusi Caryophylli, f iss.
Tinct. Ammoniae comp. rLvj. Mix: make a draught.
In Hysterical and Nervous Affections. —Dr. NELIGAN.
873.          R Infusi Caryophylli, fgiss.
Spir. Pimentue,
Spir. Rosmarini, ana f3ss.
Tincturae Opii, 1txx.
Olei Cajuputi, Tx. Mix: make a draught.
Antispasmodic.-Dr. COPLAND.
874.          R Olei Cajuputi, nMiv.
Sacchari albi, gr. x. Rub up together, and add
Decoct. Aloes comp. f3ix.
Tinct. Jalape, f3j. Make a draught.
Laxative and Carminative. —Dr. PARIS.




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875.          R Olei Cajuputi, gutt. iv.
Spir..Etheris Nitr. 3ij.
Infusi Anthemidis, Oss. Make an enema.
In Colic. —VOGLER.
876.          R Olei Ricini, f3j.
Olei Olivse, fgivss.
Olei Cajuputi, f3ss.
Mix: make a liniment. To be rubbed on the chest twice a day.
Tn Phthisis. —Dr. C. J. B. WILLIAMS.
877.          R Linim. Camphore comp.
Linim. Saponis,
Olei Cajuputi, ana.j. Make a stimulating liniment.
Mr. BRANDE.
878.          1 Camphorse, 3j.
Olei Cajuputi, 3ij.
~Etheris sulph. ~j. Mix: make a liniment.
TORTUAL.
CALAMUS.        Sweet Flag.
The root of Acorus Calamus (Nat. Ord. Acoracewe) is an
aromatic stimulant and stomachic. It rarely causes any febrile
excitement.   It has been used chiefly as an adjunct to other 
stimulants, and to bitter tonics; in atony of the stomach, and
in indigestion in gouty subjects; in asthenic fevers attended
with weakness of the digestive organs; and in agues. Locally,
it is used in stimulating baths and lotions.
Dose of the powdered root, fifteen to forty grains; Infusum
Calami, one to two ounces; Tinctura Calami, half a drachm
to a drachm and a half.
879.          R Inf. Acori Calami, giij.
G. Acacise pulv. 3j.
Sacchari albi, 5iij.
Mix: a teaspoonful every two hours. [For children.]
In Dyspepsia, and Asthenic Diarrhoea. —WENDT.
880.          R Infusi Acori Calami,,iss.
Quinse disulph. gr. ij.
Tinct. Cinnamomi, f3j.
Make a draught: to be taken every sixth hour.
In Flatulent Dyspepsia.-Mr. BRANDE.
881.          R Infusi Acori Calami, giss.
Tinct. Calami, -nxl. Make a draught.
Dr. COPLAND.




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CALX.     Lime.   LIQUOR     CALCIS.     Lime Water.
Quick Lime, or Oxide of Calcium (Calx), and Slaked Lime
(Calcis Hydras), are not administered in the solid state. Lime
Water (Liquor Calcis) is given as an astringent, antacid, and
alterative, in diarrhoea, vomiting, heartburn, and other irritations of the stomach and bowels from acidity. From its solvent
power upon the mucus of the intestines it is used to dislodge
worms.   Added to new milk, it enables a milk diet to be tolerated when the stomach could not otherwise bear it. Milk is
also added to lime water to render it less unpalatable.
Externally, Lime Water is applied to ring-worm of the scalp
and other cutaneous affections; and as a lotion to foul ulcers.
It has also been used as an injection in leucorrhoea, and ulceration of the bladder; and, mixed with olive or linseed oil, it is
a common application to recent burns.      Lime is sometimes
used in the form of ointment.
882..  Liquoris Calcis,
Lactis recentis, ana xiv.
Give a tablespoonful at intervals of half an hour, an hour, or two hours.
To allay Nausea and Vomiting.-Dr. WOOD.
883.         R Lactis recentis, Oss.
Liq. Calcis, f j ad f iss. Mix: for a drink.
Dr. PEARSON.
884.         R Liq. Potassae, f3ij.
Liq. Calcis, gvj.
Mix: take two tablespoonfuls in a cupful of thin broth, when the acidity
is troublesome.
Dr. JoY.
885.        1R Liquor. Calcis, f iv.
Conf. Aromaticae, 3ij. Rub up together, and add gradually
Aquae Lauro-cerasi, 3j.
Make a mixture: take two tablespoonfuls two or three times a day,
first shaking the bottle.
In Cardialgia and Gastrodynia.-Dr. NELIGAN.
886.         R Inf. Gentianm Co. ~ij.
Aque Calcis, 3ij.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3j. Mix: f j two or three times a day.
In Heartburn. —Dr. Ross.




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887.          R Aqus Calcis, 3vij.
Spir. Amm. Arom. 3ss.
Tinct. Hyoscy. 3ss.
Magnes. Carb. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Dyspepsia with Heartburn. —Dr. Ross.
888.          01 Olei Olivve, 3j.
Syrupi Papaveris, gj.
Pulv. Acacise, Vij.
Vitelli ovi, 3iij.
Aquse Calcis, Oij.
Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Make an emulsion: a tablespoonful every two hours.
To allay pain in Ualculous Disorders.-M. TOTT.
889.         R Liquoris Calcis,
Olei Amygdale, ana ass.
To be mixed well together; then add
Adipis prseparati,.j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Irritable Ulceration from Blisters.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
890.         Rf Liquoris Calcis,
Linim. Camphorse,
Olei Olive, ana j. Make a liniment.
Dr. HOOPER.
891.         1R Calcis Hydratis, 3ij.
Ung. Cucumeris, gij.
Vini Opii, 3ij. Make an ointment.
In Heemorrhoids. —M. GUIBOURT.
CALCIS CARBONAS.           Carbonate of Lime.
Carbonate of Lime is used in the form of Prepared Chalk
(Creta prseparata), Prepared Oyster Shells (Testme proeparatoe),
and Precipitated Carbonate of Lime (Calcis Carbonas precipitatum, (Dub.); also held in solution by excess of Carbonic Acid
(Carrara Water). In either form it is antacid, and is generally
regarded as astringent.   It is used generally in the form of
prepared chalk, in diarrhoeas; and in heartburn and acidity of
the stomach and bowels, when laxatives are undesirable.
Externally, prepared chalk is used to absorb acrid discharges
from ulcers, burns, &c.
Dose of Creta praeparata, ten to forty grains; Testwe preparatwe, the same; Pulvis Crete compositus, and P. Yretx comp.




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cum  Opio, ten to twenty grains; Trochisci Uretee, two to six
lozenges.
892.          R Aquce Carrarse,
Lactis recentis, ana f ij.
Make a draught: to be taken three or four times a day.
In Irritative Dyspepsia, with Cardialgia.-Dr. NELIGAN.
893.         1R Liquor. Calcis, f iij.
Cretce praeparate, 3ss.
Aquwe Anethi, f iij.
Make a mixture: take two tablespoonfuls.
Antacid and Carminative.-Dr. DRUITT.
894.          Ti Misturae Cretae, f ij.
Confect. Aromatice, ss.
Tinct. Opii, l1lij. Make a draught.
In Diarrhoea. —Dr. PARIS.
895.          1 Pulv. Cretae comp. 3ss.
Mist. Acaciae, f3iij.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3vij. Mix: make a draught.
In Diarrhoea. —Mr. BRANDE.
896.          R Misturae Crete,,vj.
Tinct. Lupuli; f j.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. f3vij.
Vini Opii, f3j.
Make a mixture: take half an ounce every six hours.
In Diarrhoea from Acidity. —Dr. NELIGAN.
897.          R Cretoe prseparatse, 3iss.
Acacise pulveris,
Sacchari albi, ana 3j.
Tmncturae Opii, gutt. x.
Aquae fontane, fgiij.
Make a mixture: a teaspoonful to be taken frequently.
In Diarrhoea of Children.-Dr. DEWEES (U. S.).
898.          R Aquoe Cinnamomi, f~iiiss.
Misture Cretae, f3vj.
Confect. Aromaticae, 3j.
Liquor. Opii sedat. trlxv. Mix: a teaspoonful every hour.
In _Diarrhoea of Children.-Dr. URE.
899.          R Liquor. Potassoe, 1mxx.
Misturse Crete, fj.
Tinct. Calumbe, f3j. Mix: make a draught.
Antacid.-Dr. HOOPER.




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900.          1 Misturse Cretse, f iss.
Tinct. Catechu, f3j.
Tinct. Opii, tx.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every third hour, or after each
liquid stool.
In Diarrhoea.-Dr. JoY.
901.          1 Misturse Cretee, f3vij.
Misturse Ferri comp. f3iij.
Ammoniqe sesquicarb. gr. v.
Make a draught: to be taken as occasion requires.
In Diarrhoea. —Dr. PARIS.
902.         R1 Misture Creta, f viss.
Vini Ipecacuanhoe, f3iss.
Tinct. Camphoroe comp. f3vj.
Syrupi Tolut. f3iij.
Mix: take two tablespoonfuls three or four times a day.
In advanced stage of Bronchitis, with Diarrhoea.
Dr. COPLAND.
903.          13 Pulv. Creten comp. gr. xviij.
Sodoe Carbon. exsic. gr. vj.
Pulv. Tragacanthce, gr. xij.
Mix, and divide into six equal parts, of which take one every second
or third hour.
In Diarrhoea of Children.-Dr. NELIGAN.
904.          13 Cretse preparatoe,,j.
Olei Olivwe, 3iij.
Adipis priap. ass. Mix: make an ointment.
In Burns, with Acrid Discharge.-Dr. DRUITT.
905.          1 Carbon. Calcis precipit. 3ij.
Cerati Galeni (cold cream), ij.
Extr. Belladonnoe,.j.
Glycerinse, f3ij. Mix.
Dr. NELIGAN.
CALX CHLORINATA (Chloride of Lime). See CHLORINIUM.
CALCII CHLORIDUM.             [CALCIS MURIAS; Ed. Ph.]
Muriate of Lime; or Chloride of Calcium.
Chloride of Calcium, formerly called Muriate or Hydrochlorate of Lime, is regarded as deobstruent or alterative, and
tonic; it is given chiefly in scrofulous diseases, bronchocele, &c.
In large doses it acts as an irritant poison. It is usually administered in solution.
Dose of Liquor Calcii Chloridi, L., from      twenty to sixty
minims, in water, milk, or other mild liquid.




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Externally, Chloride of Calcium      is sometimes used as a resolvent.
[From the resemblance between the names of Calcii Chloridum and Calcis
Chloridum, mistakes are apt to occur. In some printed formula they appear
to have been confounded.]
906.           P Liq. Calcii Chloridi, Wlxx ad xxv.
Misturse Camphore, f3x.
Tinct. Camphorse comp. f3iss.
Make a draught: to be taken three times a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
907.           R Chloridi Calcii, 3j.
Aquse destillatae, fiiss.
Mix: take a teaspoonful two or three times a day, in milk.
In Scrofula.-Mr. B. PHILLIPS.
908.           R Calcii Chloridi cryst. 3iv.
Aquae destillatne, ~xvj.
Mix: a teaspoonful three or four times a day [in barley-water, or
liquorice-tea].
In Chronic Eczema.-M. CAZENAVE.
909.           R Calcis Muriatis, 3j.
Extr. Hyoscyami, Dss.
Aquna destillatae, 3vj.
Syr. Glycyrrhizae, ~j.
Mix: a spoonful to be taken four times a day.
In Scrofulous Consumption.-Dr. BEDDOES.
910.           R Calcii Chloridi, 3j.
Extr. Conii, gr. xv.
Aquae Cinnamomi, gss.
Dissolve: give eight to sixteen drops, three times a day, to a child ten
years old, shaking the bottle.
In Scrofula.-PHoEBUS.
911.           R Calcii Chloridi, 3j.
Digitalis pulv. 3ij.
Acidi Acetici, Nij.
Adipis suilli, ~j. Mix: make an ointment.
To Glandular Swellings.-SUNDELIN.
912.           R Chloridi Calcii,
Chloridi Sodii, ana oss.
Aqde fontane, lbss.
Pulv. Lini. q. s. Make a cataplasm.
In Scrofulous and White Swellings.-SWEDIAUR.




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CALCIS PHOSPHAS.
Phosphate of Lime, in the form    of Burnt Hartshorn, was
formerly used in medicine, in the form of Sydenham's Decoctum Album, and afterward of Mistura Cornu usti.      The precipitated phosphate (Calcis Phosphas proecipitatum, Ph. Dub.)
is now preferred. Dr. Beneke strongly recommends it in
rickets, scrofula, diarrhoea, ulcerations and excoriations of the
skin and bowels, and, general waste of the tissues, of children;
it also promotes the cicatrization of ulcers, and the union of
fractures, where there is a deficient secretion of phosphate of
lime.
Dose for adults, from four to six grains three times a day;
for children, two or three grains three times a day, with meals.
It may be mixed with the food.     Dr. B. cautions against
giving it too freely in case of fractures, lest too abundant callus
cause deformity of the bone.
Phosphate of Lime is a good basis for Tooth Powders.
913.        lR Calcis Phosphat. praecip. 3iv.
Acacise pulveris, 3ij.
Mix. Dose, for children, three or four grains; for adults, six to nine
grains, three times a day, at meal times. [As a substitute for
Mistura Cornu Cervi.]
914.        PR Calcis Phosphat. przecip. gr. iv-vj.
Misturae Cretin,,j.
Make a draught: to be taken three times a day. For children, give a
fourth part.
In Diarrhoea, wvith Emaciation, and Acidity.
915.        R1 Pulv. Calcis Phosph. gr. 15.
Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. 15.
Pulv. Sacchari, gr. 75.
Mix: divide in five powders. Take one night and morning.
In Chronic Diarrhoea of Children.-TROUSSEAu and REVEIL.
CALCII SULPHURETUM.
Sullphuret of Lime is alterative, stimulant, and diaphoretic,
and sometimes prescribed in skin diseases, gout, and chronic
rheumatism.    Dose, four to eight grains, or to the amount of
twenty grains as an antidote to metallic poisons. But its principal use is to form sulphur baths, as more economical than




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sulphuret of potassium.  For this purpose two or three ounces
are dissolved in the water, and afterward twenty to forty
drops of sulphuric acid, or from half an ounce to an ounce of
tartaric acid, are added.
916.         i; Calci Suiphureti, 3j.
Dulcamarae pulv. 3ij.
Mellis, q. s.
To make 6 boluses: take one three times a day.
In Gout and Rheumatism.-MOENCH.
917.         R Calcii Sulphureti, 3ij.
Decocti Althese, ~ij. Make a lotion.
In Crusta Lactea.-HAHNEMANN.
CALUMBA.
Calumba, or Colombo, is the sliced root of the Cocculus palmatus, a plant (Nat. Ord. Menispermacee) of Mozambique.      It
contains a bitter principle in some quantity. It is one of the
best tonics that we possess, though inferior as a febrifuge to
Peruvian bark. From this and others it differs in being a pure
bitter, destitute of astringency, containing neither tannic nor
gallic acids.  Its infusion may therefore be used as a vehicle
for Iron or soluble preparations of Mercury, which it will not
precipitate. Or it may be given alone in dyspepsia, convalescence from fevers, debility from any cause, scrofula, gout, &c.
The powder may be given in doses of ten grains to 3ss, three
times daily.
Extractumm Cqlumbce, (P.) gr. 5-15.
Infusum Cal. (L.E.D.) kiss.
Tinct. Cal. (L.E.D.) 3j-siij.
918.        tR Pulv. Calumba, 3ss.
Ferri Potass. Tart. 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 4 powders. (One every three to four hours in
syrup.)
Dr. ELLIS.
919.         R Pulv. Calumbe, 3j.
Pulv. Rhei, Dij.
Ext. Anthemidis, 3ij.
01. Carui, nLv.
Syrupi Croci, q. s.
To make 4-grain pills; four every day.
In Mania, with Amenorrhoea.-AUGUSTIN.
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170          THE    BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
920.          If Rad. Calumb. contusse, gj.
Rad. Zingib. contusae, 3ij.
Aqu.e bullientis, Oj.
Infuse for two hours, and strain. (A wineglassful cold, every two
hours.)
In Chronic Diarrhoea.-Dr. ELLIS.
921.          R Pulv. Calumb e, ss.
Aquse, x. Boil to six ounces; then add
Cascarillie, 3ij.
Boil together, and to the strained liquor add
Tinct. Aurant. 3ij.
Syrup. Cinnam. 3j. Take a spoonful every hour.
In Chronic Diarrhoea.-BERENDS.
922.:R Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Calumbhe,
*Pulv. Cinnam.
P. Sodae Carb. 5a gr. v.
Mix. (To be taken before dinner, or at bedtime, for a fortnight.)
In Irritable Dyspepsia. —Dr. SEYMOUR..923,         R Rad. Calumb. incise et contusae, 3ss. Infuse in
Aque bullientis, ~iij. Strain, and add
Syrupi Cinchonae, 5x. Mix.
in,Chronic Diarrhoea and Dyspepsia.-TROUSSEAU & REVEIL.:924.         R Radicis Calumbhe, 3ij.
Cort. Cinchonae, 3ij.
Cort. Aurantii, 3j.
Cort. Cinnamom. 3j.
Semin. Coriand. 3j.
Aqum bullientis, Oij.
Mix: infuse for twelve hours, and strain. Dose, a wineglassful three
times a day before food.
In Atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.
CAMBOGIA.         Gamboge.
Gamboge, or Gutti, is the concrete resin of a species of Garcinia growing in Siam.     It is a hydragogue cathartic, and
vermifuge; but not often given alone, as it is apt to produce
nausea, vomiting, and griping.      In combination with other
cathartics it operates more favorably.    In dropsical affections
it is often combined with bitartrate of potash; its solution with
alkalies is diuretic.
Dose, as a full purgative, two to six grains; as an alterative,
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to fifteen grains; Pil. Cambogiwe cum Scammonio, one to three
pills; Tinctura Cambogiwe Alkalina, thirty to sixty minims;
Tinct. Camzbogie Ammoniata (Swediaur's), a drachm.         It requires to be used with caution.
925.: Cambogie, gr. ij ad iij.
Sacchari purif. 3j.
Triturate together thoroughly: make a powder. To be taken every
third hour, until the bowels respond freely.
In Dropsy.-Dr. CULLEN.
926.         R] Cambogike pulv. gr. v ad viij.
Potassae Bitartrat. 3ss.
Triturate together: make a powder. To be repeated every second or
third day.
In Desquamative Nephritis.-Dr. G. JOHNSON.
927.          R Cambogie, gr. v.
Liq. Ammonia, gutt. xx. Rub up together, and add
Syrupi Rhamni, 3ij.
Aqua Foeniculi, 3j. Make a draught.
In Dropsy. —  HARTMANN.
928.          R Cambogike, 3ij.
Potassae Tartrat..j.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Aque%, gvj.
Make a solution: a tablespoonful every two or three hours, till it operates on the bowels.
In Ascites.-Dr. DEWEES (U. S.).
929.          R Cambogiae, gr. iv.
Elaterii, gr. ss.
Spir. AEtheris Nitr. 3ij.
Aquae, ad giv.
Mix: take a tablespoonful every second hour.
In Dropsy.-Dr. CHAPMAN (U. S.).
930.          ] Cambogiae, gr. xij.
Aloes Socot. 5ss.
Potas. Bitartratis, gr. xxxvj.
Make 24 pills. Take two three times a day.
Purgative.    (Resembles Morrison's Pills.)-H. Jo
931.         1R Pil. Cambogioe comp. 3ij.
Pil. Hydrargyri, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Take two as occasion requires.
In Constipation, with deficient Bile.-Dr. NELIGAN.




172          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
932.         PB Pil. Cambogise comp. 3ss.
Sodse Carbonatis,
Quince Sulphatis, ana gr. xv.
Olei Menthse piper. gutt. vj.
Syrupi, q. s.
Make 12 pills. Take two or three going to bed.
Purgative and Tonic.-Dr. ASHWELL.
933.          R Cambogise,
Scillke rad. ana gr. xij.
Saponis duri, 3j.
Mix with sufficient spirits of wine to make a mass, and divide into
48 pills. Two pills to be taken four times a day.
In Dropsical Complaints.-PH(EBUS.
934           ]I Cambogise, gr. viij.
Olei Juniperi, wliij. Rub up together, and add
Potass. Bitartratis, Dj.
Scillse pulv. gr. j.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. To make a bolus.
In Dropsical Affections.-Dr. COPLAND.
935.          B Cambogise, Dss.
Ferri Sulphatis, gr. vj.
Sacchari albi, Dj.
Olei Menthse pip. gutt. iij.
Mix: make a powder; prepare six similar doses. One to be taken
every four hours till they have sufficiently operated.
To expel Tape- Worms.-VOGT.
CAMPHORA.
Camphor is a peculiar concrete from the wood of Camphora
officinarum (Nat. Ord. Lauracewe). It is sedative, antispasmodic, and diaphoretic.   It produces slight exhilaration without quickening the pulse; quiets nervous irritation and restlessness; and is supposed to lessen irritations of the urinary
organs, from cantharides, &c.    It is frequently combined with
diaphoretics to increase their efficacy in febrile complaints, and
in rheumatism after depletions; with the fetid gums and valerian, in hysterical and nervous complaints; with bark, in
malignant fevers and gangrene, &c.      Held to the nostrils it
relieves cold in the head; and the vapor inhaled —by means of
a tube containing pieces of camphor-(Cigarra Camphlorae) is
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neum   Camphoras).    Camphor is also used in liniments, as an
anodyne and stimulant.
Dose   of Camphor, from      one to   fifteen grains; Mistura
Camphorae, one to two ounces; Tinctura Camphorme, thirty to
sixty minims; Tinct. Camphorwe comp., one to three drachms.
Camphor is readily powdered by rubbing it with a drop or two
of rectified spirit.
936.           R Camphors pulv. gr. iij ad vj.
Spir. rectif. Tlij. Rub up together, and add
Confect. Rosse, gr. vj.
Make a bolus: to be taken every fourth or sixth hour.
In Typhus Fever, with muttering Delirium.
937.           R Camphorse (ope spir. redactse), 3ss.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Acacise pulv. 3iss.
Mix: make a powder. To be divided equally into ten powders.
Dr. COPLAND.
938.          13 Camphorse pulv. gr. iv.
Ammoniae Sesquicarb. gr. iij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iv.
Mucilag. q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into three pills. One to be taken every two
hours.
In the advanced stage of Typhus Fever.-Dr. HOOPER.
939.          R Camphorse p. gr. xv.
Opii pulv. gr. iij.
Make six pills: two or three to be taken every night at bedtime.
To prevent Chordee.-RICORD.
940.             a Camphorse, gr. ij.
Extr. Conii, gr. iij. Make a pill: to be taken at bedtime.
In the same.-Dr. M. RYAN.
941.          B Camphorse p. gr. v.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. v.
Make two pills: to be taken at once.
In Puerereal HMania.-Dr. GoocH.
942.         Rl Camphorse p. gr. iij.
Pulv. Jacobi, gr. iv.
Potas. Nitratis, Dss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. vij.
Cons. Rosse, q. s. To make a bolus.
In Cerebral Affections.-Dr. COPLAND.
943.           R Camphorse pulv.
Extr. Lactucs, ana 3iis.
Mix: make into 20 pills. From four to six pills to be taken daily.
Anaphrodisiac.-M. RICORD.




174           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
944.           R Camphorae pulv.
Potassae Nitratis, ana 3ss.
Opii pulv. gr. ij.
Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. ss.
Hydrarg. Chlor. gr. iss. Rub up thoroughly with
Syrupi, q. s.' To make a bolus.
In Rheumatism.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
945.           R Camphorae redactse, 3ij.
Mucil. Acaciae, f j.
Aquae destillatse, f vij.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful every four hours.
In Chronic Bronchitis of the old and debilitated.
Dr. NELIGAN.
946.           R Camphorae redactae, 3j.
Lactis recentis, 3vj.
Aquae Pulegii, 3ij.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful every fourth hour.
In the same cases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
947.           R Camphorse, gr. viij ad xvj.
Spirit. rectif. Rlvj. Rub up, and add
Sacchari albi,
Pulv. Acacise,
Magnesise Carb. ana 3ij.
Aquae purse, f viiss. Make a mixture.
Dr. COPLAND.
948.           R Camphorse pulv. gr. iij.
Acacise pulv. 3ss. Rub up together, and add
Mist. Amygdalse, f iss. Make a draught.
949.           R Pulv. Camphorae, gr. ix.
Ovi Vitelli, partem quartam. Rub up well, and add
Mucilag. simp. 3vj.
Syrupi Morph. Sulph..j.
Syrupi simp. 3ss. Mix: a tablespoonful every hour.
In Catarrhs.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
950.           R Camphorse p. gr. xxv.
Amygd. dulc. decort. No. vj.
Sacchari puri, 3iij.
Bruise thoroughly, then add by degrees
Aquse Menthse vir. f viiss.
Make a mixture: three tablespoonfuls every fourth hour.
In Hysteria.-Dr. HOOPER.
951.          TR Camphorse p.
Potassae Nitratis, ana 3j.
Vitell. ovi, q. s.  Rub up together, and add
Aquae flor. Aurantii, liv.
Tinct. Hyoscyami,
Tinct. Conii, ana 3j.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful every three hours.
In Chordee.-Dr. JOY.




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952.           R Pulv. Camphorre, gr. iij ad vij.
Tinct. Calumbae,
Spir. Cinnamomi, ana fgiss. Dissolve, and add
Aque Menthoe viridis,
Aqua Pimente, ana f3v.
Make a draught: to be taken when the vomiting is urgent.
In Spasmodic Asthma, Vomiting,         ec.-Dr. COPLAND.
953.           R Camphorse, gr. xxv.
Spirit. rectificati, Tv. Rub up, and add
Pulv. Acacise, 3iv.
Syrupi Limonis, f ss.
Aqume Menthee vir. f viiss.
Make an emulsion: dose, three tablespoonfuls.
Dr. HOOPER.
954.           R Cinchonta pulv. 3ss.
Camphorm pulv. gr. v.
Make a powder: to be taken every third or fourth hour.
In Gangrene and Malignant Fevers. —HARTMANN.
955.           1 Camphore (ope spir. red.) 3j.
Vitell. ovi unius,
Decocti Hordei, f3xiv. Mix: make an enema.
Dr. JOY.
956.           R Camphore p. 3j.
Olei Olivee, ~ij. Mix: make an enema.
In Ascarides.-Dr. FOWLER.
957.           1 Linim. Camphorme comp.
Liquor. Ammonie, ana ~j.
Tinct. Capsici, 3iij.
Mix: make a liniment. To be rubbed on the thorax and epigastrium.
In Angina Pectoris.-Dr. COPLAND.
958.           RLinim. Camphorse, 3xij.
Olei Rosmarini, 3ss.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Make a liniment: to be rubbed over the bowels.
In Flatulent Colic,     c. -Dr. COPLAND.
959.            Ol Olei Camphorati, 3j.
Olei Terebinthinse, 3ij.
Saponis mollis pur. 3iv. Mix: make a liniment.
In Lumbago.-Dr. FRASER.
960.           R Camphorre, 3j.
Olei Palmae, 3j. Mix: make an ointment.
In  Whitlow.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.




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CANNABIS SATIVA. CANNABIS INDICA.
Indian Hemp is generally considered to be the same species
as Cannabis sativa of Europe; but in the East it secretes a
resin, and acquires peculiar properties which it does not possess in Europe.  Indian hemp is narcotic, anodyne, and antispasmodic: it produces a peculiar kind of delirium and
catalepsy. As a remedy, it has been tried in tetanus, hydrophobia, painful neuralgic and rheumatic affections, cholera, &c.
But it acts less powerfully in Europe than in India.      The
resinous extract is imported from India; and its purification is
directed in the Dub. pharmacopoeia. A still purer preparation
is used under the name of Cannabine.
Dose of Extracturn Cannabis, two to ten grains; Tinct. Cannabis, from fifteen minims to a drachm or more.   In Tetanus,
a drachm is given every half hour. Cannabina, half a grain to
a grain; two-thirds of a grain, in one case, acted as a powerful
narcotic.
The seeds of Common Hemp are the only part used.      They
have been given in mucous discharges and jaundice.
961.         R Tinct. Cannabis resinre, Lsxv.
Spirit. Vini rectif. nlxlv.
Mix: make a draught. To be mixed with water at the moment of
taking it.
In Neuralgia, Rheumatism,.c.-Mr. DONOVAN.
962.         i Tinct. Cannabis Indicse, 3ss.
Mucil. Acaciae, f3j.
Aquse pure, fj.
Make a draught: to be taken every fifth or sixth hour.
In Sciatica and other Neuralgic Pains. —Dr. NELIGAN.
963.         R Tinct. Cannabis Indicae, 3j.
Mucil. Acacia, f3ij.
Aqume Cinnamomi, f j.
Make a draught: to be taken immediately, and repeated at intervals of
two hours, or more frequently if death threatens.
In Tetanus and IHydrophobia.-Dr. NELIGAN.
964.         RE Extracti Cannabis Indicse,,j.
Rub up in a warmed mortar with
Olei Olivse, f3j. Then add gradually
Mucilag. Acacise, f3iv.'Aquae purse, f viiss. Make a mixture: dose, f iss.
Mr. BROMFIELD.




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965.        13 Sem. Cannabis sativse, giv.
Cerevisise, Oij. Boil, strain, and add
Sacchari, q. s. Take half a pint every morning.
In Obstinate Jaundice.-Dr. BUCHAN.
966.         R Sem. Cannabis sativae, 3iij-vj.
Amygd. amar. No. iv. Contuse, and rub up with
Aquae, lbij. Make an emulsion, strain, and add
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
The whole to be drank in the course of a day.
In  Gonorrhoea, and Chronic Inflammation of the Mucous
Membranes.                              TODD.
CANTHARIS.       Spanish Fly.
Cantharides are an irritant poison; but have been administered in small doses as a stimulant, acting especially on the
urinary organs. They are given in paralysis of the bladder,
obstinate gleet, and more rarely as a diuretic in atonic dropsy;
also in some skin diseases, as lepra and psoriasis; and in
hooping-cough. Their most important use, however, is as the
usual and most convenient basis of blistering compounds. They
also enter into the composition of some stimulating and rubefacient liniments.
Dose of the powdered flies, from half a grain to two grains;
of Tinctura Cantharidis, from ten minims gradually increased
to forty; of Extractum Cantharidis, from a quarter to half a
grain.  These must be exhibited with caution.  Both the external and internal use of Cantharides is apt to occasion
strangury; which is alleviated by mucilaginous drinks, and in
the opinion of some, by camphor.
The following officinal preparations are for external use:
Ceratum Cantharidis (L.), and Unguentuni Infusi Cantharidis, for keeping blisters open; Elnplastrum Cantharidis, _Emp.
Canth. compositum, Enmp. Olei Cantharidis, Epithema Vesicatorum, and Aceti Cantharidis, for raising blisters; Collodion
Cantharidale, Tela vesicatoria, for the same purpose. Linimentum Cantharidis (U. S.), Unguentum Extracti, and Ung.
Tinct. Cantharidis, as stimulants and rubefacients.




178           THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
967.           R Amygdal. dulc. decort. ~j.
Cantharidum pulv. subt. 3ss.
Sacchari purl, 3ss.
Rub up well together, and add gradually
Aquse tepidre, f x.
Strain: take a tablespoonful every three hours.
In torpor of the Kidneys, and paralysis of the Bladder.
Dr. NELIGAN.
968.     P     1 Cantharidis pulv. gr. j.
Sacchari albi,
Acaciae pulveris, ana 3ij. Mix well, and add
Mist. Amygdale, vv.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every two hours.
In Hooping-C6ough (for children).-FRANKEL.
969.           R Tinct. Cantharidis, gutt. ij.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, nlXv.
Aquae purse, f3x.
Make a draught: to be taken four times a day.
In Incontinence of the Urine.-Dr. GREGORY.
970.          I3 Tinct. Cantharidis,
Tinct. Camphorae comp. ana 3j.
Tinct. Cinchonue comp. 3x.
Mix: from thirty minims, gradually increased to a teaspoonful, three
times a day.
In Hooping-Cough.-Dr. BEATTY.
971.           R Tinct. Cantharidis, 3j.
Infusi Quassiae, gvj. Take a sixth part three times a day.
Dr. HOOPER.
972.           R Tinct. Ferri Sesquichloridi,
Tinct. Cantharidis, ana 3ij.
Tinct. Capsici, f3j.
Syrupi Croci, 3ij.
Aquas Pimentae, f vij.
Make a mixture: two spoonfuls three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
973.           R Tinct. Cantharidis,
Liquor. Potassse Arsenitis, ana Sss.
Mix: take ten drops twice a day. [The dose to be gradually increased
to Tlrxv, carefully watching its effects.]
In Psoriasis.-Prof. BENNETT.
974.           R Zinci Sulphat. gr. xxiv.
Cantharidis pulv. gr. vj.
Rhei pulveris, 3j.
Tereb. Venet. q. s.
Make 24 pills: two, three times a-day.
Dr. DRUITT.




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975.           R Cantharidis, p. gr. ij.
Camphorae, Dss.
Extracti Hyoscyami, gr. vj.
Spirit. rectif. q. s. Make four pills. Take one, twice a day.
Dr. HOOPER.
976.          R Pulv. Cantharidis, gr. xij.
Extr. Hyoscyam. 3j.
Argenti Nit. gr. x.
Quinae Sulph. 3ij.
Mix: make 40 pills. Take one night and morning.
In Leucorrhoea of Nervous Females.-Dr. H. GREEN.
977.             Pulv. Cantharidis, 3ij.
Ext. Conii, 3j.
Hyd. Submur. 3ss.
Pulv. Ipecac. 3j.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 40 pills. Take one, three or four
times a day.
In general Anasarca.-Dr. H. GREEN.
978.           R Tinct. Cantharidis,
tEtheris Sulphurici,
Spir. Camphorce,
Tinct. Opii, ana 3iv. Mix: make a liniment.
In Hysterical Pain in the Side.-Dr. ASHWELL.
979.           R Antim. Potassio-tart. 3ij.
Aquae Rosae calidae,,ij. Dissolve, and add
Tinct. Cantharidis, 3j. To be rubbed on the spine and chest.
In Hooping-Cough.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
980.          R Aceti Cantharidis, 3ss.
Aquse Coloniensis, 3j.
Aqune Rosee, j. Mix: make a lotion.
In Alopecia. —Mr. ERASMUS WILSON.
981.          13 Tinct. Cantharidis, f3ij.
Aquae Sambuci, f xj.
Ess. Rosmarini (Dub.), f3vj. Mix; make a lotion.
To promote the Growth of the Ilair. —Dr. NELIGAN.
982.           R Balsami Nervini (Fr. codex),
Medullae Bovinte, La,j.
Olei Amygdale, 3v.
Acidi Tannici, 3ss.
Spir. Vini Gall. 3iiss.
Tinct. Cantharidis, 3ss.
Mix: according to art: make a pomatum. To be rubbed in frequently.
To arrest Loss of Hair.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.




180          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
983.          R Tinct. Cantharidis, Div.
Lin. Camphorme comp. biss.
Tinct. Opii, 3iij.
Make an embrocation. To be rubbed over the abdomen.
In Colic.-Dr. JOY.
984.         R Tinct. Cantharidis, f3iij.
Lin. Saponis, f3xj. Make a liniment.
In Chilblains.-Mr. WARDROP.
CAPSICUM.
Capsicum, the fruit of Capsicum fastigiatum and other species
(Nat. Ord. Solanacee), is a powerful stimulant, and is used in
atony of the stomach, particularly in the dyspepsia of gouty
and debilitated subjects; and as a condiment to prevent flatulence from a vegetable diet.  It is also prescribed in intermittent and low fevers; and both internally and as a gargle in
malignant sore throat. As a gargle, and in the form of lozenges,
it is also useful in relaxed sore throat, and chronic hoarseness.
Dose of Capsicum, of good quality, two to eight grains;
Tinctura Capsici, ten to sixty minims; Trochisci Capsici, one
swallowed slowly two or three times a day.    Tinctura Capsici
concentrata is used as an external stimulant in chilblains,
cholera, &c.
985.          R Pulveris Capsici, 3j.
Mica panis, 3ss.
Aqua-, q. s. Make 20 pills. One or two, twice a day.
986.          R Pil. Saponis comp. gr. iij.
Pulv. Capsici, gr. iij.
Olei Fceniculi, Trij. Make into two pills, for a dose.
In Flatulent Atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. HOOPER.
987.          R Pulv. Capsici,,ss.
Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ij.
Pulv. Sacchari albi, lij.
Mucil. Tragac. q. s.
Make 96 lozenges. One to be slowly swallowed three times a day.
In Catarrhal Deafness.-Dr. FOSBROKE.
988.          R Capsici pulv. 3ij.
Aque ferventis, Oss.
Macerate for two hours, and strain. A tablespoonful two or three times
a day.
In Malignant Sore Throat. —Dr. PEREIRA.




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989.          1 Capsici pulv. gr. xvj.
Aquae ferventis, viij.
Macerate, and strain; to form a gargle.
Dr. CURRIE.
990.          B Pulv. Capsici, Dss.
Aqnue ferventis, f viij.
Macerate for two hours, strain, and add
Alellis Rosse,
Tinct. Myrrhse, ana Sss. Make a gargle.
Mr. BRANDE.
991.          R Tinctur<e Capsici, f3iij.
Aque,.vj. Make a gargle
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
992.          R Tinct. Capsici, 3j.
Decocti Cinchonh, 3vj.
Make a gargle. To be used five or six times a day.
In Chronic Hoarseness of growing boys.-Dr. GRAVES.
993.         IR Capsici pulv. 3j. 
Sodii Chloridi, 3j.
Aquse ferventis, 3vj. Macerate, strain, and add
Aceti, ass. Make a gargle.
In Malignant Sore Throat.      (Used in the West Indies.)
994.          IP Pulv. Capsici, gr. iss.
Aquae ferventis, sss.
Macerate, and strain. One drop to be instilled into the eye every morning and night, increasing the strength as it can be borne.
In Amaurosis.-MTAUNOIR.
995.         1R Tinct. Capsici, gss.
Linim. Saponis, 3iss. Make a liniment.
996.          R Tinct. Capsici, gss.
Tinct. Opii, 5ss.
Make an embrocation. Bandages to be rolled round the fingers, &c., and
wet with the embrocation two or three times a day.
In Chilblains.-Dr. A.. T. TOMSON.
CARBON.       Animal and Vegetable Charcoal.
Charcoal is antiseptic, and tends to keep the bowels soluble,
perhaps by its mechanical action. It is used in flatulent dyspepsia, and to correct fetid eructations and discharges. Animal
Charcoal is also sometimes prescribed in scrofulous and cutaneous diseases.   Perhaps in the form of bone (or ivory) black,
it may owe its efficacy in rickets and scrofula, in part, to the
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182          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
charcoal) is added to poultices, to correct the fetor of foul
ulcers.  It is also dusted on the skin in porrigo, or used in the
form of an ointment.
Dose of Charcoal, ten to twenty or thirty grains.
997.         Lt Pulv. Carbonis Tilie, j.
Syrupi Aurantii, piij.
Make an electuary. One or two teaspoonfuls every two hours.
In Fetid Erauctations.-SCHUBARTH.
998.         RJ Carbonis animalis,
Pulv. Glycyrrhizae rad. ana 3vj.
Mix: make a powder. Half or a whole teaspoonful twice a day.
In Rickets and S'crofula of Children.-RADIUS.
999.          RG Carbonis animalis, gr. iij.
Ammoniae mur. p. 3j.
Kxtr. Conii, gr. ij.
Glycyrrhizse rad. pulv. q. s.
Make a bolus. Take one three times a day.
In Swelled and Scirrhous Prostate.-MAGENDIE.
1000.         1 Carbonis ligni,
Sodae Bicarbonatis, ana 3j.
Confect. Sennae, oij.
Make an electuary. A teaspoonful three or four times a day.
In Obstinate Constipation.-MITCIELL.
1001.         R Carbonis pulv. giij.
Adipis,.j. Make an ointment.
In Tinea Capitis.-ALIBERT.
CARDAMOMUM. Cardamom.
Cardamom, the seed of JElettaria Cardamomum (Nat. Ord.
Zingiberacee), is an aromatic carminative stimulant, less heating than many other spices.    It is a frequent adjunct to other
stimulants, to bitter tonics, and to purgatives.
Dose of the powdered seeds, five to twenty grains; Tinctura
Cardamomi and Tinct. Card. composita, one to two drachms.
1002.         R Tinct. Cardam. compos. 3vj.
Aquue Cinnamomi, ~vj.
Mix: take three spoonfuls two or three times a d.y.
In Atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. AINSLIE.
1003.         3 Tinct. Cardamomi comp. f3ij.
Spir. Ammoniae Arom. 1tx.
Aqua Carui, f j.
Syrupi, f3j. Mix: make a draught.
A Stimulating (Jarminative. —Dr. JoY.




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1004.         R Sem. Cardam. pulv. gr. iv.
Extracti Rhei, gr. ij.
Extracti Coloc. comp. gr. j.
Make two pills. To be taken twice a day.
Laxative and Carminative.-H. J.
CARYOPHYLLI.           Cloves.
Cloves are the unexpanded flowers of Caryoph7yllus aromaticus (Nat. Ord. Myrtacew), and belong to the more hot and
stimulating aromatics.    They are given to correct flatulence,
and excite languid digestion; but chiefly as an adjunct to bitter tonics, or as a corrective to purgatives.
Dose of powdered cloves, two to eight grains; of Infusum
Caryophylli, one to two ounces; Tinctura Caryophylli, twenty
to thirty drops; Oleum    Caryophylli, two to six drops.
1005.         R Inf. Caryophylli, f3ix.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. f3j.
Spir. Myristicae, f3ss.
Spir. Ammonis arom. f3ss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3j. Make a draught.
Stimulant.-Dr. PARIS.
1006.        ]R Olei Caryophylli, Dj.
Tinct. Opii, 3ss.
JEtheris Sulphurici, 3j.
Mix: twenty to thirty drops to:be added to last two or three doses of
cinchona.
In Intermittent Fevers.-HORN.
1007.        iR Inf. Caryophylli,
Aq. Menthe piper. ana fiiiss.
Tinct. Cardamomi comp..ss.
Sp. Ammon. arom.
Syr. Zingiberis, ana f3iss.
Take a wineglassful twice a day, after food.
Dr. LATHAM.
1008.         R Olei Caryophylli, 3j.
Olei Cajaputi, 3j.
Opii pulveris,
Camphorae, ana 3ss.
Spirit. rectificati, q. s. Dissolve.
In Toothache. —Dr. COPLAND.
1009.         R Infusi Caryophylli, 3viij-xij.
Tinct. Galbani, 3iv. Make an enema.
Stimulant. —Dr. R. REECE.




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CASCARILLA.
Cascarilla is the bark    of Croton IEleuteria (Nat. Ord.
EEuphorbiacee), and belongs to the aromatic bitter tonics.   It
is prescribed when a gentle stimulating tonic is required; as in
simple dyspepsia, dysentery, flatulent colic, and in diseasesof
debility generally, but especially of the stomach and bowels.
It is often combined with other bitters and stimulants, and
with metallic tonics.
Dose of the powdered bark, twenty to thirty grains; of
Infusum   Cascarillwe, one to two ounces; Tinctura Cascarillw,
one to three drachms; listura Cascarille comp. (Ph. Lond.
1836), one ounce to one and a half, in chronic affections of the
mucous membrane of the lungs.
1010.        R Tnfusi Cascarillm, fivss.
Tinct. Cascarille, f3ss.
Make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls for a dose, two or three times a
day.
In Atonic and Flatulent Dyspepsia.-Mr. BRANDE.
1011.        R Infusi Cascarille, f viij.
Tinct. Cascarillse,
Tinct. Zingiberis, ana f3iv.
Mix: make a stomachic mixture. Two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
In Dyspepsia, with Loss of Appetite.-Dr JoY.
1012.        1c Infusi Cascarillae, 5vij.
Sodae Bicarbon. 3iij.
Tinct. Cardamomi,,vj.
Mix: a wineglassful an hour or two before, and two hours after dinner.
Mr. ABERNETHY.
1')13.       l Infusi Cascarille, fvij.
Aquoe Cinnamomi, f3iij.
Pulv. Kino comp. )ss.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Chronic Dysentery.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1014.         1 Infusi Cascarillse, f vss.
Acidi Nitrici dil. f3j.
Tinct. Lupuli, f3iij.
Mix: make a mixture. Dose, two tablespoonfuls.
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CASSIA.
The pods of Cassia fistula (Nat. Ord. Legyuminosee) yield a
pulp which is laxative in doses of one or two drachms; larger
doses of half an ounce to two ounces are purgative, but apt to
produce flatulence and griping.
1015.         R Pulpa Cassioe, ~j.
Potassce Tartratis, 3ij.
Aquae Cinnamomi, giij.
Mannze, 3iss.
Mix: a tablespoonful every two or three hours until it operates.
As a Laxative for Children.-Dr. URE.
1016.        R Pulpoe Cassiae, ~j.
Aque ferventis, Oij. Macerate, strain, and add
Magnesiae Sulphatis, 3j.
Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. iij.
Mix: to be taken by wineglassfuls.
In Painter's Colic.-FRENCH HOSPITALS,
[The Bark of Cinnamomum Cassia is used for the same purposes and in the
same manner as Cinnamon. See CINNAMOMUM. For Cassia Senna, see SENNA.]
CASTOREUM.
Castor is a peculiar secretion obtained from    the Beaver,
(Castor Fiber); it is a nervous stimulant, antispasmodic, and
emmenagogue; and is prescribed in hysteria, epilepsy, and
various nervous affections; especially when connected with
irregularity of the uterine functions.  The Russian Castor is
more powerful than the American, but is very scarce.
Dose of Castor in powder, ten to twenty grains; Tinctura
Castorei, one to two drachms; Tinct. Castorei comp., one drachm.
1017.         R Castorei, Dj.
Ammonie Sesquicarb. gr. v.
Opii pulv. gr. ss.
Syrupi, q. s.
To make 6 pills. To be taken at short intervals.
In lHysteria. —Dr. HOOPER.
1018.        1R Castorei Rossici, 3ss.
Aquae Pulegii, ~iss.
Syrupi Croci, 3ij.
Liq. Ammon. Sesquicarb. 1lLxx-xxx.
Make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
In Hysteria.   Dr. PEARSON.
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186          THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1019.        R Castorei Ros. pulv. 3ij.
Valeriane rad. pulv. 3iv.
Camphors rasse, 3j. Mix accurately, and add
Syrupi Papaveris, q. s. Make 12-grain boluses.
In Hysteria. —Dr. COPLAND.
1020.        1 Tinct. Castorei'Ammon. f3v.,Etheris Snlphurici, f3iij.
Misture Moschi, f vij.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every two hours until the
symptoms disappear.
In Cramp of the Stomach, Flatulent Colic, Hysteria, c.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1021.        R Spir. Ammon. arom. 3iij.
Spir. Lavandule comp. 3iv.
Tinct. Castorei, 3iv.
Misturse Camphore, 3vij.
Make a mixture. Three spoonfuls three or four times a day.
In the same cases.
1022.       PI Tinct. Castorei, 3j.
Etheris Sulphurici, RLx.
Tinct. Opii, llvij.
Aqume Cinnamomi,.ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Typhus Fever.-Dr. HUNTER.
CATECHU.
Catechu is an extract from    the wood of Acacia Catechu
(Nat. Ord. Leguminosae).    It is tonic, and powerfully astringent; and is used in most cases in which astringents are indicated; as in passive hoemorrhages, particularly from the bowels
or uterus; diarrhoea, with debility and relaxation of the exhalents; chronic dysentery; and in "all cases of increased
mucous discharges where there is no inflammation present;"
as in chronic cystirrhoea, leucorrhoea, gleet, chronic catarrh,
&c. Also as a topical astringent in relaxed sore throat, ulcerations of the mouth, hoarseness, chapped nipples, &c.
Dose of Catechu, ten to thirty grains; Infusum Catechu, one
to two ounces; Electuarium, one to six scruples; Tinctura,
half a drachm to two drachms; Trochisci, one slowly swallowed,
several times a day; Pulvis Catechu compositus (D.), half a
drachm to one and a half drachms.
The Tincture is also applied to chapped nipples.




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1023.        R Pulv. Catechu, gr. v.
Conf. Rosse, q. s.
Make a bolus. To be taken morning and evening.
In Chronic Diarrhoea of Children. —Dr. URE.
1024.       r1 Catechu pulv. gr. xv.
Pulv. Cretse comp. cum Opio, Dj.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every four hours.
In Diarrhoea.-Dr. JoY.
1025.        t Catechu extr. pulv. gr. xij.
Conf. Opii, gr. viij.
Pulv. Cretse, gr. iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, q. s.
Make a bolus. To be taken twice, thrice, or more frequently during
the day.
Dr. COPLAND.
1026.        R Misturse Cretae, fovss.
Tincturae Catechu, fhvj.
Mix: take two or three tablespoonfuls after each liquid evacuation.
In Diarrhoea (after a rhubarb aperient). —Mr. BRANDE.
1027.        R Catechu pulveris, 3j.
Aquae ferventis, fviij.
Macerate for an hour, and strain. Make an astringent lotion.
Dr. DRUITT.
1028.        R Cinchonse pulv.,ss.
Catechu pulv. gss.
Myrrhse pulv. 3ij. Mix.
As a Tooth Powder, in Spongy Gums.-Dr. PARIS.
CEDRON.
The seeds of Simaba Cedron (Nat. Ord. Simarubacee) are
principally celebrated as a remedy for the bites of serpents
and for hydrophobia; they are also given in intermittent fevers,
spasms of the stomach and bowels, colic, dyspeptic affections,
and cholera.
Dose, in ordinary cases, one or two grains; as an antidote
for the bites of serpents, five or six grains with a spoonful of
brandy. In large doses (twenty to thirty grains) it is poisonous.
CERA.     Wax.    CETACEUM.        Spermaceti.
Yellow Beeswax, and white wax (the same bleached), and
spermaceti (obtained from  the head of the spermaceti whale,
Physeter macrocephalus), are chiefly used as the basis of cerates




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and ointments; but are also occasionally prescribed, especially
the latter, as demulcents, in irritations of the respiratory and
urinary organs, and of the bowels.      Spermaceti is easily reduced to powder by the aid of a few drops of rectified spirit.
1029.         R Cere flavae (vel albae), 3iij.
Saponis duri, 3j,
Aquae destillatee, jj.
To be liquefied by a slow fire, stirring with a wooden spatula; then pour
into a mortar, and add, little by little,
Aquae puree, Oiss.
Syrupi Althaee,
Spir. Cinnamomi, ana 3j.
Rub intimately, to form a mixture. A wineglassful to be given frequently.
In Dysentery, fc.-Dr. MONRO.
1030.         R Cetacei pulv. 3ss.
Sacchari conditi, jj.
Rub up together. A teaspoonful to be taken now and then.
In Tickling Coughs.
1031.        IR Cetacei pulv. 3ij.
Olei Olivae, 3j. Rub up together; then add
Acaci'e pulv. 3iv. Then add by degrees
Aquae purse,,iv. Mix: a tablespoonful frequently.
In Coughs.-Mr. W. PROCTER.
1032.         Jp Cetacei, 3vj.
Vitellum Ovi unis. Beat up well; then add
Syrupi Tolutani, f iss.
Aquae Pulegii, Oj.
Make a mixture, of which f j may be given three, four, or more times
a day; adding to each dose, if circumstances require, half a scruple
of Nitrate of Potassa, or thirty minims Tr. Camph. Comp.
In Coughs.-GuY's HosP.
1033.         R Cetacei, 3vj.
Acaciae pulv. 3iij.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Rub up together carefully, adding, little by little,
Aquae destillatae, iv.
Make a mixture. A spoonful every two hours.
In Coughs. —   HUELAND.
1034.    ]     d Cetacei, 3j.
Acaciae pulv. 3ij.
Olei Amygdalae, 3j.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3j.
Aquae Foeniculi, 3ivss. Mix.
In Coughs, &c.-Dr. COPLAND.




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1035.         R Cetacei (vitel. ovi sol.) 9j.
Pulv. Cretae comp. gr. xv.
Aquae destillatas, fiss.
Spir. Myristicse,
Syrupi Tolut. ana f3j.
Make a draught: to be given every sixth hour. Add, as occasion may
require, five grains of Potassce Nitras.
In Diarrholea of Small-pox.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
1036.         R Cetacei, Diss.
Pulv. Tragac. comp. 3ij.
Aquae Pimentas, f vss.
Vini Ipecac. fqj.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. fsiij.
Make a mixture. Take two spoonfuls two or three times a day.
In Coughs.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1037.         1 Cetacei pulv. 3ij.
Olei Amygdale, 3iij.
Conf. Rosae caninse, 3j.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3vj.
Ipecacuanhge p..ss.
Acidi Sulph. dil. wtxv.
Make a linctus. A teaspoonful every two or three hours when the
cough is troublesome.
In recent Cough.-Dr. R. REECE.
1038.         h Cetacei,
Cere flavse, ana 5ij.
Pulv. Tragac. comp.
Confectio Opii, ana 3j.
Syrupi Papaveris, q. s. Make an electuary.
In Dysentery.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
CETRARIA.        Iceland Moss.   CETRARINA.
Iceland Moss (Cetraria Islandica, Nat. Ord. Lichenacea) is
demulcent, tonic, and nutritive. It is principally prescribed
in consumptive and other coughs, attended with debility and
emaciation: also in chronic dysentery and diarrhoea.      When
designed merely as a demulcent and nutrient, the bitterness
may be in great part removed by macerating it in warm water,
or in cold water in which a little carbonate of potash or soda
has been dissolved. The bitter principle, Cetrarine, is given
in doses of two grains every two hours, in intermittent fevers.
Iceland Moss is generally given in the form of decoction or
jelly.




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Dose of -Decoctum Cetrarime, one to four ounces, three times
a day; of Gelatina Lichenis, quarter of an ounce frequently,
dissolved in warm milk; Chocolata Lichenis, at pleasure.
1039.        ix Decocti Cetrariae, fovss.
Acidi Nitrici dil. f3j.
Syrupi Tolutani, flss.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. f3j.
Make a mixture. Take a fourth part three times a day.
In Consumption.-Dr. FARRE.
1040.         r Decocti Cetrarise, gxiss.
Acidi Sulph. dil. f3iss.
Syrupi, f3vj.
Tinct. Opii, f3j.
Make a mixture. Take fjij three times a day.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1041.        R Cetrarinse,
Acacie pulv. ana gr. ij.
Make a powder. To be taken every hour, or every two hours.
In Intermittents.-Dr. DUNGLISON.
1042.        R Cetrarins, gr. xxiv.
Extr. Calumbee,?ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Take one every fourth hour.
In Intermittents.-Dr. NELIGAN.
CHIMAPHILA, or PYROLA UMBELLATA. Winter green.
Winter-green (Chimaphila umbellata, Nat. Ord. Pyrolacee)
is a stimulating diuretic; it is also tonic, and moderately astringent. It is given in dropsy, and chronic affections of the urinary organs; and also in scrofulous ulcerations, and cutaneous
diseases.  It stimulates the kidneys more than uva ursi, but is
less astringent.
Chimaphila is seldom given in substance.
Dose of Decoctum Chimaphiex, two to four ounces, three or
four times a day; Extractum, from ten to twenty or thirty
grains; Syrupus (Procter's), half an ounce to an ounce.    The
decoction is a frequent vehicle for other remedies.
1043.         R Decocti Chimaphilae, vij.
Spir. Juniperi, 3j.
Mix: two spoonfuls to be taken four times a day.
In Dropsy.




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1044.        R Decocti Chimaphilae, f xvj.
Liq. Potassea Carb. f3ij.
Mix: take four spoonfuls three times a day.
In -Dropsy, Red Gravel, c.-Dr. Joy.
1045.        BE Decocti Chimaphilae, f3xj.
Potassse Bicarbonatis, Dj.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In zMucous Urine, with Inactive Kidneys.-Dr. G. BmL.
1046.       1R Inf. Pyrolae, gvj.
Tinct. Cubebhe, j.
Tinct. Scillae, 3iij.
Spir. JEtheris Nitr. 3iij.
Mix: take three spoonfuls three times a day.
In Dropsy of the Chest. —Dr. R. RREcE.
1047.        R Dec. Chimaphile, f vij.
Potas. Nitratis, 3ss.
Spir. tEtheris Nitr. f ss.
Spir. Juniperi comp. f3iij.
Make a mixture. Take a tablespoonful every third hour.
In old Cases of Dropsy.-Dr. NELIGAN.
CHIRAYTA, or CHIRETTA.
Chirayta (Agathotes Chirayta, Nat. Ord. Gentianacee) is a
bitter tonic, resembling gentian in its properties and uses. By
Dr. Sigmond, and others, it is stated to be preferable to other
vegetable tonics, as it promotes the healthy action of the liver,
and never constipates the bowels. It is given in dyspepsia,
especially when attended with flatulence, sluggishness of the
bowels, nervousness, and disordered secretions.  But it is improper where there is much excitement, and a rapid pulse. A
purgative should precede its use. In India it is given in intermittent and remittent fevers; and after a course of mercury.
The dose of Chirayta in substance is twenty grains; of Infusum  Chiraytae, half to one ounce; of Tinctura Chiraytse, a
drachm, two or three times a day.
1048.        R Infusi Chiraytes, viij.
Sodae Carbon. 3j.
Mix: take two or three spoonfuls three times a day.
In Dyspepsia, with Acidity of the Stomach.-Dr. R. REEE.




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1049.        R Infusi Chirettse, f j.
Liq. Ammonise, MLx.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3ij.
Make a draught. To be taken morning and noon.
In Dyspepsia, with Acid ]Eructations. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1050.       ]R Tinct. Chiraytse, 3ss.
Inf. Cinchonas spissati, 3ij.
Inf. Cascarillse, iviss.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3vj.
Make a mixture, of which take two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Convalescence from Acute Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1051.       R Extracti Chiraytse, 3ij.
Sodse Carbon. exsic. Dj.
Zingiberis pulv. gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 36 pills. Take two twice a day.
In Indigestion with Acidity, or from Intemperance.
Dr. R. REEECE.
CHLORINIUM.       CALX    CHLORINATA.        LIQ. SODIE
CHLORINAT]E.       Chlorine; and Chlorinated Lime, and
Soda.
Chlorine, and also Chloride of Lime, and Chlorinated Soda,
which owe their properties to it, are antiseptic and deodorizing; their solutions are sometimes administered as a stimulant
and antiputrescent in typhus fever, epidemic dysentery, malignant scarlatina, chronic diseases of the liver; and the latter in
some chronic affections of the mucous membranes. Externally,
largely diluted, these solutions are applied as lotions to foul
and indolent ulcers, and in some cutaneous diseases; also, as
gargles in putrid sore throat; as mouth-washes in fetid breath
from decayed teeth or ulcerated mouth; and in local baths, in
hepatitis, &c.
Dose of Liquor Chlorinii, thirty minims to two drachms,
freely diluted; Liquor Sode Chlorinate, twenty to thirty
minims; Calx Chlorinata, from half a grain to three or four
grains. Most vegetable infusions convert Liq. Chlorinii into
Muriatic Acid: it should therefore be given in water, or not
mixed with other ingredients long before taking.
For disinfecting sick-rooms, and the clothes, &c. of the
patient, and deodorizing discharges, Chloride of Lime is gene



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rally used, one part being mixed with thirty or forty of water.
Or the same proportion of water to Liquor Sodse Chlorinatae.
The latter is preferable as an internal remedy.
1052.        1R Liq. Chlorinii, f3ss.
Aqua purse, f iss.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3ss.
Make a draught: to be taken every sixth hour.
Dr. COPLAND.
1053.         R Solut. Chlorinii (Midd. Hosp.) 3ij.
Aquae purae, Oj.
Mix: take from one to two spoonfuls frequently during the day, according to the age of the patient.
In Scarlatina.-Dr. WATSON.
1054.         R Liq. Sodae Chlorinate, f3vj.
Potassse Bicarbon. 3iij.
Sode Potassio-tartr. 3vj.
Spir. Ammon. Arom. f3iv.
Aquse purse, f x.
Make a mixture, of which take a sixth part twice a day.
H. J.
1055.         1 Liq. Sodue Chlorinatse, f3iss.
Infusi Serpentarise, fvvj.
Syrupi Aurantii, fiss.
Mix: make a mixture. Take two tablespoonfuls every four hours.
In the Advanced Stage of Typhoid Pevers. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1056.         Ir Liq. Sode ChlorinatEe, 3ss.
Aquae purae, liv.
Mix: to be taken by spoonfuls during the day, in the intermission.
In Intermittent Fevers.-GOUZEE.
1057.         1; Calcis Chlorinatse, gr. iv.
Aquse purse, 3x. Rub up together, strain, and add
Syrupi, 3ij. Make a draught.
In Putrid and Scarlet Fever.
1058.         R Calcis Chlorinatae, 3ss.
Opii pulveris, gr. x.
Mix: make 10 pills. Take one three times a day.
In Gangrene of the Lungs. —Dr. DUNGLISON.
1059.         R Calcis Chlorinatse, gr. viij ad xvj.
Pulv. Tracag. comp. 3iss.
Syrupi, q. s. Make 24 pills. Take two twice a day.
Dr. COPLAND.




194           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1060.         R Calcis Chlorinatae, 3j.
Opii pulveris, gr. iij.
Mucil. Acacice, q. s.
To make 18 pills. One every two or three hours, gradually increasing
the dose until ten or twelve are taken daily.
In Gonorrhoea.-GRAEFE.
1061.         R Calcis Chloridi, gr. x.
Aquae purae, f iiiss.
Tinct. Calumbae, f3ij.
Syrupi, f ss.
Mix: a tablespoonful to be given every hour.
In Typhus Fever.-Dr. REID.
1062.         R Decocti Avenae, f xij.
Calcis Chlorinate, 3 ss.
Sodii Chloridi, 3j. Make'an enema.
Dr. REID.
1063.         R Calcis Chlorinatae, 3ij.
Aquas destillatme,.xj. Dissolve, strain; then add
Mellis Rosae, ~j.
Make a liquor, with which wash the gums frequently, holding the
liquor in the mouth.
In excessive Salivation.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1064.          R  u Infusi Cinchonse, f iij.
Liq. Sodme Chlorinatae, f j. Make a mouth-wash.
In Cancrnum    Oris. —Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1065.         R Liq. Chlorinii, ass.
Aquae, iv.
Syrupi, ^ss.
G. Tragacanthae,  ss. Make a gargle.
RATIER.
1066.        Rt Sodse Chloridi liq. giss.
Decoct. Cinch. flav..v.
Mellis Rose, kiss.
Spiritus Caryophylli (first triturated with some sugar), gtt.
iv.
Make a gargle.
To correct Fetor of the Breath.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1067.         R Calcis Chlorinatae, ~j.
Aquae, Oiis. Rub up together, strain, and add
Acidi Hydrocyanici, 3j. Make a lotion.
For Itch.-DERHEIMS.
1068.         R Calcis Chlorinatae, 3j.
Boracis pulv. 3j.
Adipis, ~j. Make an ointment.
For Chilblains.-TRUSEN.




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CHLOROFORMYL.     Chloroform.   See AETHEREA.
CHONDRUS CRISPUS.           Carrageen.
Irish or Pearl Moss (ehondrus crispus, or Fucus Crispus) is
nutritive and demulcent; and is rather an article of diet than
of medicine.  It is given in catarrhal diseases, haemoptysis,
irritations of the bladder and kidneys, diarrhoea, dysentery,
&c. It should be washed in water before boiling it; the decoction may be taken almost ad libitum.
1069.        R Chondri Crispi, 3ij.
Lactis recentis, Oj.
Boil to the consistency of a jelly, and add
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Amygd. Amaras, No. 2.
Mix: the whole to be taken in the day.
In Consumptive Diseases.-RADIUS.
1070.       Rl Chondri electi, 3ss.
Aquae, q. s. Boil to f vj, strain, and add
Sodas Phosphatis, 3iss.
Syr. Opii (vel Papaveris), Fij.
Mix: take a tablespoonful every second hour.
In EHwmoptysis.-CLARUS.
1071.        R Chondri electi, 3iss.
Aqua-,.xij. Boil to f vss, strain, and add
Syrupi Rubi Idaei, 3iss.
Aquae Amygd. am. cone. Tnxx.
Mix: the whole to be taken in the course of a day.
VON GRAEFE.
CINCHONA.
Peruvian Bark is obtained from several species of Cinchona.
The kinds principally used are the yellow, the pale, and the
red. The first is the most powerful; the pale is used where a
lighter tonic is required; the red is now seldom employed. All
of them are tonic and antiperiodic; and are used in intermittent fevers (after due evacuations, and during the intermissions), and in diseases of debility unattended with local inflammation, especially of the stomach or bowels; in acute rheumatism,
after depletions; in the advanced stage of malignant fevers and
exanthemata; in scrofula; in amenorrhoea; and in painful neuralgic affections recurring at stated intervals.




1'96         THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
The dose of Pulvis Cinchonw is from       five grains to two
drachms, according to the purpose intended, and the ability
of the patient's stomach to bear it.   As a general tonic, it is
usual to begin with a few grains, and increase the dose, as may
be practicable or necessary, to fifteen, twenty, or thirty grains.
In intermittents the medium dose is a drachm, more or less frequently during the intermission. In acute rheumatism, Dr. D.
Davis has successfully given, after bleeding, &c., from twenty
to thirty grains, three or four times a day.
The two principal alkaloids on which the virtues of Peruvian
Bark depend, Quinia and Cinchonia, are used as substitutes for
the bark itself. Quinia and its salts will be noticed elsewhere.
See QUINIA. The following are the officinal preparations of
Bark, with their doses:
Decoctum Cinchonce, 1 to 3 ounces.
Extractum     -, 5 to 20 grains.
-- - Clisayicum, 1 to 4 grains.
Infusum Cinchonce, 
---------— cum  1 to 3 ounces.
Calce, et Mlagnesice, 
Infusum Cinch. spissatum, 10 to 20 minims.
Syrupus Cinchonce concent. ~ ounce.
- vinosus, 1 ounce.
Tinctura Cinchonce, 1 to 3 drachms.
Az-. 2 dr. to 1 drachm.
_ —-_______- comp. 1 to 3 drachms.
Vinum Cinchonce, 1 ounce.
- et Valeriance, 1 oz. every 8 hours.
Cinchonince Disulphas, &c., 3 to 5 grains.
-- Syrupus, a spoonful.
--— _ - Tinctura, a drachm.
- Vinum, a wineglassful.
The following are for outward use: Ceratum        Oinchone;
Cataplasma Antisepticum; Pulvis Cinchonx cum          Myrrh d;
Unguentumr Cinchonwe.
1072.        l3 Cinchonae pulv. 3vj-xij.
Pulv. Cinnamomi comp. Dij-iv.
Mix, and divide into 12 equal parts. Take one-fourth every hour, so
regulated that four doses shall be taken before the accession of
the paroxysm.
In Agues, during the Intermission.-Dr. A. FRAMPTON.




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1073.          R Cinchont pulv. Dj.
Cascarille pulv. 3ss. Make a powder.
In Weakness of the Stomach.-Dr. PEARSON.
1074.          R Cinchonas pulv. ass.
Magnesick Sulphat. 3vj.
Triturate together into a powder, and divide into four equal parts, of
which one part may be taken every other hour, between the paroxysms. [When the fit is mitigated, give the bark alone to complete
the cure.]
In Intermittents, when purgatives can be borne.
Dr. CLEGHORN.
1075.          R Cinchona flavae p..j.
Antim. Potass.-tart. gr. ij.
Opii pulv. gr. j.
Mix, and divide into 4 powders. One to be given every second hour.
In the Malignant Intermittents of Italy. —BRERA.
1076.         R1 Cinchona fl. pulveris,
Potas. Bitartratis, ana,j.
Pulv. Caryophylli, 3ss.
Make a powder. Dose, a drachm and a half every three hours.
PETRIE.
1077.         I3 Cinchona pulv. ass.
Serpentarima, 3j.
Sodse Bicarb. Dij.
Mix, and make 4 powders. Give one every second or third hour between
the paroxysms.
In Obstinate Intermittents.-ELLIS.
[Many other combinations of bark might be given, containing from 3ss to
3j of bark, with 1-12 of camphor, 1.6 or 1-8 of ginger or of cinnamon, 1-2 of
valerian, &c.]
1078.          R Cinchonas pulv. gj.
Syrupi Aurantii, q. s.
Make an electuary: a teaspoonful to be taken every hour, drinking after
it a spoonful of wine.
In Intermittents.-TODE.
1079.          R Cinchona pulveris,
Anthemidis pulv. ana ~j.
Zingiberis pulv. Nij.
Mix: make into an electuary, with syrup. Give 3j three times a day.
In Convalescence from     Acute Diseases.-Sir G. BLANE.
1080.          R Cinchonte flavme p. 3vj.
Ammoniae Mur. 3ij.
Cinnamomi pulv. 3j.
Syr. cort. Aurantii, Piij.
Make an electuary: a large teaspoonful four times a day.
In Intermittents and Nervous Diseases.-VoGT.




198           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1081.          R Cinchone flavse p..j.
Ferri Carbon. 3ss.
Syr. Zingiberis, q. s.
Make an electuary. Dose, a drachm twice or three times a day.
Dr. BARCLAY,
1082.          R Pulv. Cinchonas flav. siss.
Pulv. Valerianae,
P. bacc. Junip. La 3ij.
Mellis, q. s.
Mix, and make an electuary. (Dose, 3ss twice daily for adults; gr. viii
for children.)
In Debility or Indigestion.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1083.          R Decocti Cinchonae, f3x.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. rlv.
Syr. Aurantii,
Tinct. Cardam. comp. ana f3j.
Make a draught: to be repeated at intervals of four or six hours.
Tonic.-Mr. BRANDE.
1084.          R Decocti Cinchone, f3x.
Conf. Aromaticse, 3j.
Tinct. Cinchonae comp. f3j.
Make a draught: to be taken every fourth hour.
Tonic and Cordial.-Dr. HEBERDEN.
1085.          R Infusi Cinchona,
Infusi Rosae, ana  iv.
Make a mixture; take three tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Convalescence.-Dr. JoY.
1086.     R] Decocti Cinch. pal. fervent. ~viij.
Serpentarise rad. cont. 3ij.
Let it stand for an hour, and to the strained liquor admix
Spirit. Cinnamomi, f j.
Acidi Sulphur. dil. f3iss.
Make a mixture: take two spoonfuls every sixth hour.
Dr. PRINGLE.
1087.         IR Infusi Cinchonae, ~vij.
Acidi Muriatici dil. 3j.
Tinct. Capsici, 3ss.
Tinct. Serpentariae, 3iij.
Syr. Papaveris, 3iiss.
Make a mixture: take two or three tablespoonfuls every four hours.
Dr. COPLAND.
1088.          R Extr. Cinchonm, gr. v. Dissolve in
Decocti Cinchone, f iss, and add
Syrupi Aurantii,
Tinct. Cinchonas comp. ana f3ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
Mr. BRANDE.




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1089.          R Decocti Cinchonae, 3vij.
Liquor. Ammon. acet. 3ij.
Sp. _Etheris Nitr. 3j.
Make a draught: to be repeated every four hours.
In Erysipelas of the Aged and D)ebilitated. —Dr. G. GREGORY.
1090.          1 Decocti Cinchonhe, f3xij.
Tinct. Cinchonae, f3j.
Acidi Nitrici dil. PnLix.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j. Make a draught.
In Typhus Fever, &c.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1091.         R1 Decocti Cinchonae,.iiss.
Inf. Gentiana comp. 3j.
Tinct. Cascarille, 3ij.
Liq. Potasss Carb. 3ij.
Make a mixture, of which two tablespoonfuls may be taken twice a day.
Dr. PEARSON.
1092.           3 Decocti Cinchona, f viiss.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Syr. Zingiberis, f ss.
Mix. Dose, a sixth part, two or three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
1093.          I Decocti Cinchonse, gij.
Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon.
Syrupi Croci, ana Jj.
Make a draught: to be taken every sixth or eighth hour.
In Cl1ronic Rheumatisqn.-Dr. HUGH SMITH.
1094.          R Cinchonae pulveris,
Rhei pulveris, ana 3ss.
Magnesike Carbon. 3j.
Confect. Aromat. Dss.
Aquae Cinnam. 7iss.
Make a draught: to be taken twice a day.
In Diabetes. —Dr. COPLAND.
1095.         Ij Cinchonhe rubrie (vel flavae), ass.
Confect. Opii, 3j.
Succi Limonis, f3ij.
Vini Oporto, f iv.
Mix: a third part to be taken every third hour.
In Intermittents.-Dr. WOOD.
1096.          R Decocti Cinchonae, 3xj.
Extr. Sarsme, 3j.
Potassae Iodidi, gr. iij.
Liq. Potasse, tLxv.
Make a draught: to be taken three times a day.
In Rheumatic Gout, in cachectic subjects. —Dr. H  W.FULLER.




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1097.         R Decocti Cinchone,
Infusi Rosne comp. ana ~iiiss.
Mellis Rosa, f3j.
Tincture Myrrhre, 3ij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, Tnx. {Make a gargle.
Mr. BRANDE.
1098.        ]R Extracti Cinchonae, ij.
Aqume purne, liv.
Olei Olivwe, ss.
Tinct. Opii, gutt. xij. Make an enema.
In Agues (when the stomach will not bear bark alone).
Dr. LIND.
1099.         R Pulv. Cinchone, 3iij-vj.
Decocti Avente, Oss. Make an enema.
Dr. R. REECE.
1100.        RT Medull0 Ossium, 3vj.
01. Amygdalze dulc. 3ij.
Pulv. Cinchonse rubrie, 3j. Make an ointment.
In Porrigo Decalvans.-BIETT.
CINNAMOMUM.
Cinnamon, the bark of Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Nat. Ord.
Lauracewe), is a grateful aromatic stimulant. Besides being
cordial and carminative, it possesses a degree of astringency.
It is prescribed in atonic dyspepsia, flatulence, diarrhoea, and
vomiting; but more frequently as an adjunct to bitters, purgatives, and to vegetable and metallic astringents, than alone.
The dose of Cinnamon is from five to twenty grains; of
Aqua Cinnamomi, half an ounce to one a half; Confectio Aromatica, ten to forty grains; Pulvis Cinnamomi compositus (P.
Aromaticus, E. and D.), five to twenty grains; Tinctura Cinnamomi, and Tinet. Cin. composita, one or two drachms.
[Cassia, the bark of Cinnamomum      Cassia, is used for the
same purposes, in the same forms, and in similar doses.]
1101.        1R Aque Cinnamomi, ~ij.
Aqus flor. Aurantii, ~j.
Sacchari albi, Dij. Mix: a teaspoonful every hour.
In the Vomiting of Infants, without Inflammation. —WENDT.
1102.        1R Pulv. Cinnamomi comp. 3j.
Aquas Menthle viridis, ~viiss.
Sp. Lavand. comp. 3iij.
Sacchari purif. 3ij.
Mix: take f iss three or four times a day.
Dr. CURRIE.




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1103.         1 Tinct. Cinnamomi, giss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, viij.
AEtheris Acetici, 3iss.
Syr. Papaveris, ass.
A spoonful every quarter or half hour.
In Haemorrhage and Painting, in Parturition. -SCHNEIDER.
1104.         1 Confect. Aromaticae, 3j.
Mist. Camphorae, ss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3j. Make a draught.
Dr. PEARSON.
1105.         R Mist. Cret,, gv.
Conf. Aromaticse, 3j.
Liq. Ammoniae carb. 3j.
Tinct. Opii, wLxx.
Make a mixture, of which take two spoonfuls, as occasion may require.
In Simple Diarrloea.-Dr. AINSLIE..
1106.        i? Confect. AromaticTe, gr. xv.
Liq. Calcis, 3xj.
Miagnesie Carbon. gr. vj.
Tinct. Lupuli, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be repeated three times a day.
In Chronic D)ysentery.-Dr. G. GREGORY;.
1107.         R Spir. Vini Gallici,
Aquse Cinnamomi, sing. liv.
Vitel. Ovorum, No. ij.
Olei Cinnamomi, mLv.
Mix: dose, foss frequently repeated.
Mr. BRANDE..
[This only differs from Mistura Spiritus Vini (L.) in containing more oil of.
cinnamon.]
CITRUS.
For Citrus Aurantium and C. Bigaradia, see AURANTIUM..
Citrus Bergamia.    The essential oil of the rind of the fruit
is used, under the name of Essence of Berganot, on account of
its pleasant odor, in ointments, liniments, &c.
Citrus Limonum yields Lemons.      Lemon Juice is treated of
under ACIDUM CITRICUM. Lemon Peel is aromatic, stimulant,
and stomachic. It yields an essential oil which is carminative
and stimulant, but seldom used except for its pleasant odor.
Tinctura Limonis is used to flavor mixtures, syrups, &c. Lemon,
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peel is an ingredient in Infusum    Aurantii comp., and Inf.
Gentianse comp.
1108.        R Cort. recent. Limonum, No. j ad ij.
Aquse frigidue, Oij. Macerate for six hours, and strain.
As a diluting drink for Invalids.-Mr. BRANDE.
1109.        R Sem. Limonum, Vij.
Aquae, Ibij. Make an emulsion, and add
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Mix; half a cupful every two hours.
In Hysteria.-VoN HILDEBRAND.
COCCULUS       INDICUS.
The fruit of Anamirta Cocculus, E. [ Cocculus Suberosus, D.].
It is poisonous, producing tetanic convulsions, and coma.   It
is only used medicinally as an external application, in the form
of Unguenturm   Cocculi, in some diseases of the scalp, and to
destroy vermin. It contains Picrotoxia, which is also used in
the form of ointments in the same cases.
COCCUS.      Cochineal.
Cochineal is an hemipterous insect which feeds on a species
of Cactus (Opuntia    Cochinillifera): it is chiefly used as a
coloring ingredient; but has been supposed to possess anodyne:and antispasmodic properties.  It has been principally given
in hooping-cough, in doses of a few grains; Tinctura Cocci,
thirty drops to two drachms.
1110.        B Cocci pulv. Dj.
Potas. Carbonatis, 3j.
Aquse ferventis, 3viij.
Triturate together, and strain. A teaspoonful three times a day, for
children.
In Hooping-cough.-Dr. ALLNATT.
1111.   R] Cocci pulveris, 3ss.
Potassse Carbon. Dj.
Aque, f iv. Triturate together, and add
Sacchari albi, q. p.
Dose, a teaspoonful to a tablespoonful, according to the age.
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1112.       1R Coccipulv.?ss.
Sod-e Bicarb.?ss.
P. Belladonnae rad. gr. iiss.
Sacchari purif. ~j.
Mix, and divide into fifteen powders. Take one every day. [Gr. 1 —tiT
of belladonna in each.]
In Hooping-cough.-M. VIRICEL.
COCHLEARIA.
For Cocillearia Armoracia, Horse-radish, see ARMORACIA.
ochlearia officinalis, Scurvy Grass, is regarded as antiscorbutic and diuretic, but is not often prescribed.  Spiritus Cochlearise is sometimes used in washes for the mouth and gums.
Dose of Succus Cochlearise, half an ounce to two ounces;
Spiritus Cochleariwe, half a drachm to one drachm; Syrupu8,
half an ounce to one ounce.
1113.        R AqueS Sambuci fl. vj.
Spir. Cochlearioe, ss.
Succi Limon. recent.
Syr. Rhceados, ana 5ij,
Mix: two spoonfuls every three hours.
In Scorbutic Complaints.-VOGEL.
1114.        R Spirit. Cochlearise, iiss.
Succi Limonum,
Mucil. Cydonii,
Syrupi Mori, ana iss. Make a mouth-wash.
In Scurvy of the Gqums, &c.
CODEIA.
One of the alkaloids obtained from opium. It is weaker
than morphia, but its dose and effects are not satisfactorily determined.   Syrupus Codeia is used in hooping-cough; dose,
a drachm.
COFFEA. CAFFEINA.           Coffee and Caffeine.
Coffee (the seeds of Cofea Arabica, Nat. Ord. Rubiacee), in
its raw state, possesses febrifuge properties.  It contains a
peculiar principle, Caffeine or Theine, identical with that contained in tea, and which has also been prescribed medicinally,
more particularly for the relief of hemicrania.
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berries every hour during the intermission of intermittent
fevers.  It is also given in the form of strong decoction; which
is sometimes combined with lemon juice. [See No. 29, page 30.]
The dose of Caffeine is a grain, repeated every hour or two.
Roasted Coffee is exhilarant and antisoporific; and is used
to counteract the effects of opium, alcohol, and other narcotic
poisons.  It is best prepared by percolation, with from one to
two ounces of ground coffee to a pint of boiling water.  It has
also been found useful in hooping-cough and asthma; also to
conceal the bitter taste of quinine; and, in some measure, that
of sulphate of magnesia.
Dose of Infusum Coffeee tostwe, a cupful; Syrupus Coffewe,
an ounce; Syrupus Ccffeinae Oitratis, half a drachm     to a
drachm; Trochisci Caffeinw, one frequently.
1115.       R1 Coffer (non tostr), gj.
Aque, f3xviij.
Boil to six ounces, and strain. The whole to be given in three doses
during the intermission.
In Agues.-Dr. GRINDEL.
1116.        R Coffeae tostTe, 5vj.
Aquoe ferventis, Oss.
Make an infusion. The whole to be taken during the day.
In Albuminuria.-M. HONORE.
1117.   P    R Caffeinre, gr. vij.
Aqume destillat.e, iij.
Acidi Hydrochlorici, gutt. ij.
Syr. for. Aurantii, 5ss.
Mix: a tablespoonful every hour or two, as required.
In Hemnierania, c,
1118.        R Syrupi Caffeinae Citratis,,j.
Infusi ThrseT Viridis, %v.
Mix: a tablespoonful every two hours before, and every hour during the
attack.
In iHemicrania or Periodic Ieadache.-M. HANNON.
COLCHICUM.
The seeds and bulb (cormus) of Colchicum autumnale (Nat.
Ord. Melanthiacee) are irritant, diuretic, and purgative.  Colchicum frequently exercises an almost specific power in relieving the paroxysm of gout; it is also given in acute and chronic
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extended to inflammatory affections generally.     Its effects seem
to be uncertain, and its use requires caution. Eigenmann recommends Vinum Colchici in gonorrhoea, with Tinct. Opii, low
diet, and warm baths.
Dose of the powdered cormus, two to eight grains; of the
seeds, two to five grains. The following are the principal preparations, with their usual doses:
Acetum Colchici, L. and E., 30 to 90 minims.
Oxymeel Colchici, 1 to 2 drachms.
Extracturn Colchici, ~ a grain to 2 grains.
Extr'actum Colchici Aceticcm, the same.
Succus Colchici, from 5 minims to 10.
Pulvis Colchici comnpositus (HADEN),. from 8 to 30 grains.
Syrupus Colchici, E. 1817, 1 to 2 drachms.
Tinctura Colchici, ~ to 1 drachm.
------   comp., 20 to 30 minims.
Vinum Colchici, 15 minims to one drachm.
-------   5serm., U. S., 30 to 90 minims.
In some cases as much as two drachms of the tincture or wine has been
given.
1119.         1 Pulv. Colchici, gr. iij.
PotassT Sulphatis, gr. iv.
Potassme Bicarbon. gr. iij.
Triturate together, and make a powder.
In Rheumatism, Gout, and Inflammatory Affections.
Mr. HADEN.
1120.         R Pulv. Colchici, gr. i-ij.
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. ij.
Pil. Galbani comp. gr. v.
Extracti Opii, gr. ss.
Make two pills. To be taken two or three times a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. COPLAND.
1121.         R Aceti Colchici, 3ss.
Magnes. Cale. Div.
Syrupi Croci, gss.
Aquse Menthme Vir. v.
Make a mixture. A sixth portion every six hours.
In Gout, fc.-Dr. JoY.
1122.        RI Aceti Colchici, fgss.
Potassae Acetatis, ~ss.
Aquse Fceniculi, f vij.
Spir. Juniperi comp. f ss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
Dr. HooPER.




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1123.          R Aceti Colchici, f3j-ij.
Magnesiae, gr. xv-xx.
Magnesiae Sulphatis, 3j-ij.
Aquae Cinnamomi, f3ix.
Syrupi, f3j. Make a draught.
In the Paroxysm     of Gout.-Sir CHAS. SCUDAMORE.
1124.         R Oxymel. Colchici, f j.
Tinct. Camphorae comp. f j.
Sp. AEtheris comp. f3iij.
Mist. Camphorae, f vj.
Make a mixture. Two spoonfuls as occasion may require.
In Spasmodic Asthma, and Chronic Dyspncea.-Dr. R. REECE.
1125.         ]R Extracti Colchici Acet. 3j.
Pulv. rad. Althaeoe, q. s. Make forty pills. One for a dose.
Sir C. SCUDAMORE.
1126.         P3 Extr. Colchici Acet. gr. ij.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. gr. v.
Make two pills. To be taken going to bed.
ST. GEO. HOSP.
1127.          R Extracti Colchici, gr. j.
Extracti Coloc. comp.
Pil Hydrargyri, ana gr. ij.
Make a pill. To be taken twice a day.
In Acute Rheumatism.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1128.         R P. Colchici sem. 3ss.
Calomelanos, gr. viij.
P. Digitalis,
P. Quin. Disul. ana gr. xv.
Ext. Colocynth. gr. viij.
Conf. Rosme, q. s.
Mix: form a mass, and divide into twenty pills. (1-4 during the day,
at the commencement of the attack.)
In Gout.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1129.         P3 Extr. Colchici Acet. gr. xij.
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. xxx.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xviij.
Mix: make twelve pills. Two every third night.
As a Cathartic in Gouty habits (followed by the draught No.
1130 next morning).                       Dr. NELIGAN.
1130.          R Succi Colchici, Rlx.
Magnesia Carb. gr. xij.
Spir. Cinnamomi, f3ss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, f iss.
Make a draught. To be taken in the morning. (To be preceded by the
above pills.)
Dr. NELIGAN.




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1131.         1~ Tincturse Colchici sem.
Tincturse Gentiane, ana 3iij.
Mix: from thirty to forty drops to be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Rheumatism.-BLASIUS.
1132.          R Vini Colchici, wLxx.
Inf. Rhei, fsx.
Potassae Bicarb. 3j.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. f3j.
Make a draught. To be taken at bedtime.
Dr. DRUITT.
1133.          R Vini Colchici, ltxxx.
Magnesiae Carb. gr. xv.
Aquae Cinnamomi,
Aquae pnrse, ana f ss.
Make a draught. To be taken in the evening.
In the Paroxysm     of Gout.-Mr. BRANDE.
1134.:R Vini Colchici cormi, rlxx.
Potassie Sulphatis, 3iss.
Sodse Bidarb. 3ij.
Aquae Anethi, f iss.
Tinct. Calumbse, f3iss.
Make a draught with fifteen grains of tartaric acid dissolved in half an
ounce of water, and take during effervescence.
Dr. COPLAND.
1135.          1 Magnes. Sulphatis, 3iij.
Magnes. Carbon. )ij.
Vini Colchici, f3iss.
Syr. Rhceados, fgss.
Aqume Menthie pip. f iv.
Aquae destillatm, f iss.
Mix: take two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
In Hlxmorrhoids.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1136.          R Vini Colchici, f ss.
Spir. 2Etheris Nit. f3iij
Potassme Acetatis, 3ij.
Aquee, f iij.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be given every four hours. To promote the
elimination of urea.
In the -Delirium of Scarlatina, with deficient Urine.
Prof. BENNETT.
1137.         PR Vini Colchici, f ss.
Magnesie Sulphatis, 3iv.
Aqne Menthae, f vj.
Mix: take f iss three times a cay. (A pill of opium and antimony at
night.)
In Acute Rheumatism.-Dr. HUGHES.




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1138.          1 Vini Oolchici, f3ij.
Solut. Magnes. Bicarb. (Murray's or Dinneford's), f iss.
Syrupi Croci, f3ij.
Misturae Camphorm, f ivss.
Mix: take two spoonfuls every fourth hour.
Dr. DRUITT.
1139.          R  Vini Colchici, fgss.
Tinct. Rhei et Aloes, f j.
Spir. Myristicae, f ss.
Infusi Rhei, f vj.
Make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every three or four hours until
it operates.
As a Cathartic, in Gouty and Rheumatic habits.
Dr. NEL1GAN.
1140.         R1 Vini Colchici, Trxxx.
Magnesih Sulph. 5iss.
Magnes. Carbon. Dj.
Aquae Menthe. pip. f3x. Make a draught.
In _Erysipelas. —Dr. BASHAM.
1141.          R Aquae Menthae pip. f3vij.
Liq. Ammonie acet. f3ij.
Vini Colchici, rLxv.
Syrupi Mori, f3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In  Chronic Rheumatism, with (Edema, fc.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1142.          R Vini sem. Colchici, fgss.
Potas. Iodidi, 3ij.
Liq. Potasse, gij.
Tinct. Zingiberis, f iss.
Mix: take a teaspoonful twice a day in tepid water. (The pills No. 1143
to be taken occasionally.)
1143.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3iss.
Extr. Acet. Colchici, gr. x.
Extr. Hyoscyami,
Saponis Hispan. ana Dj.
Make 20 pills. Take one, two, or three, according to circumstances,
at bedtime.
Mr. HODGSON.
1144.          R Tinct. Colchici,
Tinct. Camphorae, ana  ss. Make a liniment.
In -Rheumatism.-Dr. LAYCOCK.
1145.          Bc Linim. Saponis, f~j.
Vini Colchici sem. f ss. Make an embrocation.
Mr. HARVEY.




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COLOCYNTHIS.        Bitter Apple.
Colocynth (the decorticated fruit of (itrullus [Cucumis]
Colocynthis, Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacee) is a drastic purgative, in
excessive doses producing violent irritation; but in moderate
doses, in combination with other purgatives, it usually operates
effectually, without inconvenience or danger. The dose of the
powdered pulp is from two to eight grains, mixed with gum or
starch; but it is not often given in this form; Pilula (formerly
Extractum) Coloeynthidis composita, four to twelve or fifteen
grains; Pilulwe Coloeynthidis et Iyoscyami, E., one to three
pills; Pilulx Cathartice composite, U. S., one to three pills;
Pil. Colocynthidis comp. D., ten to fifteen grains.  [We have
retained the old name (Extractum Col. comp.) of the London
preparation in many of the following prescriptions, as it is still
best known by that term, and is distinguished thereby from
the Pil. Col. comp. D.]  Extractum Colocynthidis, two to five
grains.
Colocynth is administered in habitual constipation, alvine
obstruction, as a revulsive in affections of the brain, and in the
various cases in which an effective purgative is required. Small
doses have been regarded as diuretic and alterative; but it is
not much used with this intention.
1146.        R Extracti Colocynthidis comp. 3j.
Saponis duri, gr. x.
Olei Menths pip. gutt. j.
Make 12 pills. Take two or three, according to circumstances.
In Costiveness.-Dr. BABINGTON.
1147.        R Extracti Coloc. comp.
Extracti Gentians, ana 3ss. Make 12 pills.
Dr. HOOPER.
1148.        R Pil. Coloc. comp. 3ss.
Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 16 pills. Take two, as occasion may require.
In Hlabitual Constipation.-Dr. JoY.
1149.          E Extr. Colocynth. comp.
Pil. Galbani comp. ana 5ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Take two twice a day.
In Dysmenorrhoea, ~c.-Dr. ASHWELL.




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1150.             E Extr. Coloc. comp.
Extr. Aloes Socotrce, ana 3iss.
Saponis Hispan. 3ss.
Olei Caryophyll. gutt. xv.
Make 38 pills. Take three at bedtime, as may be requisite.
Dr. BAILLIE.
1151.          1 Extr. Coloc. comp. 3ij.
Ipecacuanha pulv. gr. vj.
Saponis duri.; ss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Make 18 pills. Take two every day at bedtime.
Dr. COPLAND.
1152.          R Extr. Colocynth. comp. 3j.
Scammonii p. gr. xxiv.
Sodse Carb. exsic. gr. xij,
Olei MenthT pip. gutt. iv.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. Take one, two, or three, according to
circumstances, at bedtime.
As an occasional Aperient.-H. J.
1153.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. Div.
Scammonii pulv. 3j.
Extr. Rhei, gr. xij.
Olei Cinnamomi, gutt. iv.
Saponis duri, gr. vj.
Mix: make 24 pills. Two pills at bedtime, twice a week, or as may be
required.
Mr. VANCE.
1154.          R Pil. Coloc. comp. 3ij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Take one or two, as occasion requires.
Dr. HAMILTON.
1155.!      Extr. Coloc. comp.
Conf. Scammonii, gr. iiiss.
Sodse Carb. exsic. gr. ij.
Make 2 pills. To be taken every night.
H. J.
1156.          R Extr. Colocynth. comp. Dj.
Extr. Opii, gr. j.
01. Cinnamomi, gutt. j.
Make 4 pills. To be swallowed immediately.
In Bilious Ciolic.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
1157.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3ss.
Extr. Opii, gr. j.
Mix, and divide into 6 pills. Take one every alternate hour until they
operate.
In Ileus.-Dr. JoY.




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1158.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3j.
Extr. Jalapse, 3ss.
Sapon. duri, 3j.
Olei Carui, wlviij. Make a mass, and divide into 40 pills.
In Costiveness, in Bilious Habits.-Dr. FRAMPTON.
1159.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3j.
Pil. Rhei comp. 3ss.
Sodse Carb. exsic. gr. xij.
Make a mass, and divide into 24 pills. Take one, two, or three, according to circumstances, at bedtime.
As an occasional Purgative. —H. J.
1160.         1] Extr. Colocynth. comp. 3j.
Sulphur. sublimati, 3ij.
Potassze Sulphat. Div.
Syrupi, q. s., to make 50 pills.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1161.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3j.
Pil. Rhei comp. 3ss.
Ipecacuanhm p. gr. vj.
Make 12 pills. Take one or more, according to circumstances, at bedtime.
Dr. BARON.
1162.         lR Extr. Coloc. comp. 3ij.
Scammonii pulv. gr. xij.
Saponis duri, gr. vj.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One or more at appropriate intervals, according to circumstances, to excite proper action of the
bowels.
Dr. PARIS.
1163.          3 Extr. Coloc. comp. 3j.
Pulv. Rhei,
PiluleI Hydrargyri, ana 3ss.
Olei Carui, Mxij.
Divide into 24 pills. Two or three for a dose.
Mr. BRANDE.
1164.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3iiss.
Pil. Rhei comp.
Pil. Hydrargyri, ana gr. xxiv.
Soda Carb. exsic. gr. xij.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. Take one, two, or three, according to
circumstances, at bedtime.
H. J.
1165.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. gr. xvj.
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. vj.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. viij.
Pulv. Capsici, gr. ij.
Mix, and divide into 6 pills. Take one or two, according to circumstances, at bedtime.
Dr. JoY.




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1166.          R Extr. Coloc. comp. 3j.
Extr. Jalapae, gr. vj.
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. viij.
Olei Cassie, gutt. iij.
Mix: make 10 pills. Take one, two, or three, according to circumstances, at bedtime.
In Indigestion, with Costiveness and deficient Bile.
Dr. JAS. JOHNSON.
1167.          RB Extr. Coloc. comp. 3ij.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. xxiv.
Olei Cinnamomi, gutt. vj.
Make a mass, and divide into 24 pills. Take two, at bedtime, twice a
week.
Mr. VANCE.
1168.          R Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. xij.
Extr. Colocynth. comp. 3ss.
Olei Caryophilli, rtviij.
Make 8 pills. Take two or three for a dose.
As an Active Cathartic.-Mr. BRANDE.
1169.     ]     c Extr. Colocynth. comp.
Pil. Rhei compos. ana 3ss.
Calomelanos, gr. xij.
Olei Carui, Ilv.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 24 pills. Take from one to three
at bedtime.
In habitual Constipation, and at the commencement of Fevers.
Dr. JoY.
1170.         J3 Pil. Colocynth. comp.
Pil. Rhei comp. ana 3ss.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iij.
01. Lavandulse, nLiv.
Make 5 pills. To be taken early in the morning.
A  Stomachic Purgative.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1171.         13 Infusi Colocynthidis (ex 3ss pulpre), 3iv.
Spir. ~Etheris comp. 3ss.
Syrupi Aurantii, gss.
Mix: a tablespoonful every two hours.
In Atonic Dropsy.-WENDT.
1172.         IR Tinct. Colocynthidis,
Tinct. Nucis Vomicae, ana ij.
Tinct. Pyrethri, gss.
Mix: forty drops three times a day in infusion of arnica.
In Paralysis of the Lower Limbs.-VOGT.
1173.          R Tinct. Colocynthidis (Prus. ph ), Mnxx.
Inf. Sennae cum Tamarindis, f ij.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. fpss.
Make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Dropsical Cases.-Dr. NELIGAN.




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1174.        tI Pulv. Colocynth. 3ss.
Sodii Chlor. 3j.
Mellis, q. s. Mix, and make a suppository.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
CONIUM.       Hemlock.
Hemnlock (Conium    Maculatum, Nat. Ord. Umnellifere) is a
powerful narcotic poison.   In medicinal doses it is given as an
anodyne, sedative, antispasmodic, and deobstruent; in scirrhous and cancerous diseases (as a palliative); in scrofulous
and other unhealthy ulceration; in goitre; in pulmonary irritation, and hooping-cough; in neuralgia; chronic rheumatism;
skin diseases; enlarged viscera, &c.
Dose of Fol. Conii exsic., from two or three grains, gradually
increased till slight nausea or giddiness is produced; Fructus
Conii, from  one-third of a grain gradually increased to three
grains in the day; Extractum Conii, from two or three grains,
carefully increased as above; Pilula Conii composita, three to
five grains twice or thrice a day; Tinctura Conii, from twenty
to forty minims; Succus Conii (five parts juice to one spirit),
from fifteen to sixty minims.   Unguentunm   Cnii and Emplastrum Conii are anodyne and resolvent.       Conia is the active
principle.
1175.:3 Fol. Conii exsic. 3j.
Conf. Rosas, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide equally into 20 pills. Dose, one, two, or more,
twice a day.
In Consumption, Chronic Rheumatism, Lepra, ec.
Dr. WITHERING.
1176.        lR Extracti Conii, 3j.
Pulv. fol. Conii, q. s.
Make pills, each weighing two grains. At first the patient may take
one for a dose, morning and night; after awhile, he can take two,
then three, or four; and finally, the dose can be increased gradually as much as possible.
In Seirrhous, Cancerous, and Serofulous Affections.
STOERCK.
1177.       lR Extracti Conii,
Pulv. Ipecacuanha comp. ana 3j.
Mix, and divide into 30 pills. Take two, going to bed.
To quiet Cough and Bronchial Irritation.-Mr. BRANDE.




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11'78.        R1 Extracti Conii, gr. xxxij.
Ipecacuanhae pulv. gr. iv.
Morphie Muriatis, gr. j.
Make 8 pills. Take one, going to bed.
In Consumptive Cough. —Dr. JNO. HUTCHINSON.
1179.          R1 Extracti Conii, 3ss.
Scille pulv.?ss.
Ipecac. pulv. gr. v.
Mix: make 10 pills. Take one twice or three times a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1180.! Extracti Conii (in vacuo prsep.) 3j.
Hydrargyri Chloridi, gr. viij.
Antim. Potassio-Tartr. gr. iss.
Camphorae pulv. 3ss. Make 24 pills.
Itn Spasmodic Dysuria.-Mr. ALLARD.
1181.          R Extracti Conii, 3j.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. vj.
Mix: make 12 pills. Dose, one to two, twice or three times a day.
Mr. PEARSON.
1182.          R Extracti Conii,
Extracti Hyoscyami, ana gr. v.
Misturae Acacie, f3ij.
Rub up together, until they are thoroughly mixed, and then add
Liq. Ammonie Acetatis,
Aquas puraa, ana f ss.
Syrupi Rhceados, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken every fourth hour.
In Pulmonary Irritation.-Dr. PARIS.
1183.          1 Extracti Conii, gr. v.
Mist. Amygdaloe, f}xiv.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3ij.
Mix: take a dessertspoonful twice or thrice a day.
To quiet common or Spasmodic Cough. —Mr. BRANDE.
1184.          R Extracti Conii, gr. iij.
Magnes. Sulphat. 3ss.
Aquae Carui, f3x.
Syr. Tolutani, f3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In tooping-cough.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1185.          I Extracti Conii, gr. xij.
Alumiuis pulv. gr. xxv.
Aquae Anethi, foiij.
Syrupi Rhoeados, f3ij.
Make a mixture. Take a dessertspoonful every sixth hour. [For a child
two or three years old.]
In the second stage of flooping-cough.-Dr. G. BIRD.




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1186.          R Extracti Conii, 3ss.
Sodae Carbonatis, 3ss ad 3j.
Decocti Glycyrrhizme, f3vss.
Spir. PimentT, fsiij.
Mix: dose, f ss to f j, three or four times a day.
In Cancerous Diseases,.c.-Dr. COPLAND.
1187.          R Succi Conii, fgss.
Misturm Camphor-e, f viiss.
Mix: dose, f ss every fourth hour. [The dose to be carefully increased
until some constitutional effects are produced.]
In Rheumatic Pains, Facial Neuralgia, &c.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1188.          R Infusi Cinchone, f vj.
Liquor. Calcis, f ixss.
Tinct. Lupulina,
Succi Conii, ana f3ij. Mix: a wineglassful three times a day.
In Chronic Eezema of the aged.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1189.          R Extracti Conii, 3j.
Aquoe, ad gradum 120~ calefactte, Oss.
Tincturme Conii, f3j.
Make a solution, of which the warm vapor is to be inhaled into the
lungs by means of a funnel, for about six minutes at a time, three
times a day.
In Irritable Coughs. —Dr. PARIS.
1190.          R Conise, granum,
Spir. rectificati, mRx.
Aqus, f ss.
Inhale the vapor, by means of heat, from a proper vessel.
HOSP. FOR CONSUMPTION.
1191..        Conias, gr. iij.
Aquae destillate, 3v.
Spirit. rectificati,.3ij. Make an eye-wash.
In Scrofulous Photophobia.-Dr. FRONMULLER.
1192.         ZR Extracti Conii, oj.
Aqun destillat.a, iij.
Rub up together, and macerate for an hour; then strain, and make a
lotion.
Dr. DRUITT.
1193.          R Fol. Conii exsic. 3j.
Aqus, lbiiss.
Boil down to two pounds, and strain. For use as a fomentation.
In Scrofulous Ulceration, Cancer, fc.-Dr. JOY.
1194.          R Conie, gr. iij.
Adipis, 3iv.
Make an ointment. [As a substitute for Unguentum Conii.]




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CONFECTIO AROMATICA. See CINNAMOMUM.
CONTRAYERVA. See DORSTENIA CONTRAYERVA.
COPAIBA.      Balsam of Copaiva.
Copaiva, a resinous juice from incisions in the stem of Copaifera multijuga and other species (Nat. Ord. Leguminosx),
is a diuretic, and a stimulant of the mucous membranes generally. In large doses it is laxative. It is prescribed in diseases
of the urinary organs, especially gonorrhcea; also in chronic
affections of the chest, and in hemorrhoids.  Externally it is
applied to chilblains, and to indolent ulcers.
Dose, ten to sixty drops or minims, three times a day.   It
may be taken floating on any aromatic water; or on plain
water, to which a little of any aromatic bitter tincture (as of
orange-peel or gentian) is added after the balsam   has been
dropped on it.  Or it may be formed into an emulsion, with
mucilage, egg, or an alkaline solution.
Dose of Oleum    Copaibe, fifteen to thirty nlinims; Resina
Copaibe, ten to thirty grains; Syrupus Copaibwe, two to eight
drachms.
1195.       lR Copaibae, j.
Mucilaginis Acaciae, 3j.
Aquae puras; 3vj.
Mix: make an emulsion. f j twice a day.
In Incontinence of Urine, from excessive use of Soda.
Dr. URE.
1196.       13 Copaibae,
Sp. Lavand. comp. ana f3ij.
Misturse Acacise, f ss.
Syrupi, f3iij. Rub up together; then pour in gradually
Aquae purae, f iv.
A tablespoonful twice a day, or two spoonfuls in gonorrhoea.
In Chronic Catarrh, Nephritic Affections, fc.
Dr. WOOD (U. S.).
1197.        R Bals. Copaibe, 3ss.
Mucil. Acacise, 3iv.
Aquse Purse, 3v.
Aquae Pimentse, 3iij. Mix: make a draught.
ST. BART. HOSP.




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1198.          R Copaibe,
Sp. zEtheris Nitrici, ana nj.
Mix: fifteen drops four times a day, gradually increasing the dose.
In Gonorrhoea.-Sir A. COOPER.
1199.          R Copaibe,
Liq. Potasse, ana f3iij.
Mucil. Acacise, ~j.
Aquw Menthse pip. ad f vj.
Make a mixture: f j three times a day.
In Gonorrhcea.-Mr. MILTON.
1200.         R Copaiboe, f3iij.
Solut. Alkalinee (Brandish), fsiss.
Rub up well together; then add, while rubbing,
Syrupi, f ss.
Olei Limonis, lrxxx.
Make a mixture. A teaspoonful three times a day, in a wineglass of
water.
In Gonorrhoea, Gc.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1201.          R Copaibm,,ss.
Cubebae pulv. ass.
Liq. Potassae, 3iss.
Mucilag. Acacie, 3ss.
Aque destillatLe,,viiss. Mix: f~j twice a day.
In the same.-Mr. BRANSBY COOPER.
1202.          R Copaibae, ~vj.
Tinct. Cubebe,.j.
Spir. AEtheris Nitr.'iss.
Liq. Potassse,,iss.
Aquoe destillatas, 3vj.
Mix: a teaspoonful three or four times a day, in water or linseed tea.
In the same.
1203.         R Copaibhe, 5ss-3j.
Bals. Peruviani, 3ss.
Mucil. Acacie, 3j.
Mist. Ammoniaci, 3xj.
Tinct. Opii, gutt. x.
Make a draught. To be taken morning and evening.
In Consumption.-Sir A. CRICHTON.
1204.         R Copaibhe, 3ij.
Bals. Tolutanti, 3iss.
Mellis optimi, 3ij.
Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Syrupi Tolut. gj.
Mix: a teaspoonful every noon and evening.
In Laryngeal Phthisis.-Sir A. CRICHTON.
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218           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1205.          R Copaibse, f3vj.
01. Terebinthine, f3ij.
Mix: forty drops three times a day, in a wineglass of water.
Dr. DRUITT.
1206.        R1 Copaibue, ij.
Cubebse ~ij.
Aluminis pulv. 3j.
Extr. Opii, gr. v.
Dose, a drachm, increased to two drachms, night and morning.
In GQonorrhoea.-Dr. DUNGLISON.
1207.          R Bals. Copaibse, 3v.
Ovi unius vitellum. Rub up together; then add
Syrupi Menthse, Pij.
Aquae flor. Tilise, liv. M.
To be taken in eight doses.
In Catarrhs.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1208.          R Copaibeh, 3ivss. Beat up with
Vitello Ovi unius, and add
Cubebse pulv. 3ivss.
Confect. Rosse, gss.
Make an electuary. A teaspoonful three or four times a day.
In old cases of Glonorrzoea.-VOGT.
[See CUBEBA for other Electuaries, &c.]
1209.          R Amygdal. decortic. 3vj.
Althese rad. pulv. 3j.
Catechu pulv. 3ss.
Bals. Copaibse, 3iij. Make an electuary.
1210.         B) Cerse Albse, 3j. Liquefy by a slow heat, and incorporate
Bals. Copaibse, 3iij.
Rhei rad. pulv. 3vj.
Make a mass, and divide into pills. Fifteen grains to be taken several
times a day.
In Chronic Gonorrhoea.-SIMON.
1211.    P     B Copaibse, 3ij-vj.
Spir. Ammoniue Anis. 3ss-ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, 9iij.
Mix: a teaspoonful every two hours.
In Chronic Catarrh.-KRAUS.
1212.         IR Copaibse, ~ij.
Magnesise recens calcin. 3j.
Rub up together, and set away until congealed. Divide into two hundred pills. From three to six pills three or four times a day.




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1213;         R Copaibee, gss.
Acidi Benzoici, 3j.
Vitelli Ovi, q. s.
Mist. Camphorae, f3vij. Mix: f j twice a day.
In Dysuria Senilis. —Mr. SODEN.
1214.         R Copaibe, gij.
Vitel. Ovi. No. 2. Rub up together, and add
Syrupi Tolutani, ij.
Vini Albi,,iv. Make a balsamic mixture. Dose, fss.
In Chronic Affections of the Urinary Organs.
Dr. T. FULLER.
1215.         R Bals. Copaibe, gij.
Liquor Potassse, Piij.
Aquae destillatee,,vij.
Boil for a quarter of an hour, and then add
Spir. JEtheris Nitrici,,j.
Let it stand for two or three hours. Dose of the supernatant liquor, a
dessertspoonful three times a day.
Dr. PEREIRA.
1216.         R Copaibhe, 3j.
Mist. Acacise,,ss. Rub up together, and add
AquHe Rosse, vj. Make an injection.
JOHN HUNTER.
1217.         R Copaibe, f gss.
Tinct. Catechu, fsvj.
Olei Juniperi, gutt. ij.
Mucil. Acacise, fiij.
Aquoe pure, f v. Mix: two spoonfuls three times a day.
In G onorrhoea. —Dr. DRUITT.
1218.         R Copaibe, 3ij.
Mucil. Acaci e,, ss. Mix: and add
Liquoris Calcis, ~vj. Make an injection.:In Ulceration of the Urethra, Rectum, or Vayina.
Mr. ABERNETHY.
1219.        R1 Copaibe, 3vj.
Vitellum Ovi unius,
Decocti Papaveris, ij. Make an injection.
In Gonorrhoea. —M. RICORD..
1220.         R Copaibae (Vitel. Ovi sol.) f3ij.
Olei Oliv-e, fgij.
Decocti Papaveris, Oss.
Tinct. Opii, f3j. Make an enema.
In Suppression of Urine.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
COPALCHI CORTEX.
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220        THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS.
spasmodic. It may be administered in the same forms as
cascarilla, in atony of the stomach and bowels, and in other
cases requiring vegetable tonics.
Dose of Infusumn Copalchi, one or two tablespoonfuls, three
times a day; Tinctura Copalchi, one or two teaspoonfuls;
Extractum, one or two grains.
CORIANDRUM.
Coriander Seed (the fruit of Coriandrum sativum, Nat.
Ord. Umbellifere) is moderately aromatic. Its principal use
is to cover the taste and correct the griping property of senna.
Hence it is an ingredient in Confectio Sennre; Infusum Senne,
U. S.; Tinctura Sennce composita, E., &c.
CORNUA CERVINA. Hartshorn.
Hartshorn shavings yield a jelly which is demulcent, but
rather an article of diet than of medicine. Burnt Hartshorn
consists chiefly of phosphate of lime; but the precipitated
phosphate is now preferred to it for medicinal purposes. (See
CALCIS PHOSPHAS.)  Spirit of IHartshorn, as obtained by distilling hartshorn, or bones, is a solution of carbonate of
ammonia, containing, as originally prepared, some empyreumatic animal oil; but what is now sold under the name may
be regarded as identical with a solution of pure or carbonate.of ammonia. See AMMONIA, for prescriptions.
CORNUS. Dogwood.
The bark of Cornus circinata, and some other species, is'used as an astringent bitter tonic; and has been proposed as a
substitute for cinchona.
Dose of the powdered bark, one to three scruples; Infusum
Cornls cireinat~e7 one to two ounces; Decoctzum CornZs floridw,
-a wineglassful.
1221.       R Extr. Cornus circinatse, 3iss.
Zingiberis pulv. vss.
Sodae Carbon. Exsic. Dss.
Aix, and divide into 24 pills. Two or three, an hour before dinner, and
three hours after dinner, with a draught of water.
JIn Indigestion from Debility of the Stomach.-Dr. R. R EECE.




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1222.   ]    c Ext. Cornus circ. 3ij.
Tinct. ejusdem, 5vj.
Aquse, f vij. Mix: three spoonfuls three times a day.
Dr. R. REECE.
CORTEX ALSTONIE.
The bark of Alstonia scholaris (Nat. Ord. Apocynea) is an
aromatic astringent bitter; and has been given in bowel complaints, cholera, &c.
Dose of the powdered bark, three to five grains; or a teaspoonful of the tincture (made with three ounces of bark to a
pint of proof spirit).
1223.        R Pulv. Cort. Alstonile, iij.
Pulv. Ipecac. rad. gr. iij.
Pulv. Rhei,
Extr. Gentianse, ana Dj.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. Two, twice a day.
CORTEX BRASILIENSIS.
This astringent bark is used in hsemorrhages and other discharges, but is especially recommended for the cure of gonorrhoea. A drachm of the powdered bark is given daily in
divided doses; or one or two ounces of the decoction twice or
thrice a day.
COTYLEDON UMBILICUS.           Navel-wort.
The expressed juice of this plant, and the same inspissated
to an extract, have obtained some reputation for the cure of
epilepsy.
The dose of the fresh juice is from one to two ounces; of
the extract, from half a drachm to a drachm twice a day.
1224.      R1 Ext. Cotyledonis Umbil. 3iij.
Aquae, 3vj. Make a mixture: f j to fgij twice a day.
Mr. SALTER.
CREASOTON. Creasote, or Kreasote.
Creasote is obtained from wood-tar. It has been tried as a
remedy for various diseases; but has been found most efficacious
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222          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
conditions and structural disease of the stomach; it is particularly useful in relieving hysterical vomiting, and in that of
pregnancy; sea-sickness has sometimes been relieved by it.
It has also been tried in cases of neuralgia, diabetes, chronic
rheumatism, consumption, &c.; but not always with benefit.
Locally, creasote is styptic, and antiseptic; it frequently affords
immediate relief in toothache; and is applied, in the form of
ointments and lotions, to indolent and foul ulcers, burns, &c.
Dose of Creasote, from one to two drops, sometimes increased
to five or more, in not less than a wineglassful of water; iistura Creasoti, E., one to two ounces.
1225.         R Creasoti, nLx.
Glycyrrhizse rad. p. Jj.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Neuralgia, Chronic Rheumatism, and Bronchitis.-Dr. JoY.
1226.         R Creasoti, rnj-v.
Spir. Ammonie Arom. nlxv.ad 3j.
Aquse, f iss.
Make a draught. When the pain is severe, add tinct. camphorse comp. f3j,
In Diarrhoea. —Mr. KESTEVEN.
1227.         1 Creasoti, Mnvj.
Pulv. Tragacanthse, 3ss.
Mist. Camphorse, f vj.
Mix: a sixth part to be taken for a dose.
In obstinate Vomiting, Bc.
1228.         R Creasoti, gutt. iij.
Belladonnse pulv. gr. xij.
Mix: make 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Vomiting in Pregnancy. —PITSCHAFT.
1229.         R Creasoti, qlqj.
Mist. Camphorse,
Infus. Gentiane, ana f3vj. Make a draught.
Dr. DUNGLISON.
1230.         R Creasoti, iTj.
Spir. Juniperi, nLxx.
Aquse destil. f j.
Make a draught. To be taken every second or third hour.
In Chronic Diarrhoea, with Vomiting.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1231.         R Creasoti, 3j.
Extr. Glycyrrhizse,
Galbani colati, ana 3ss.
Althese rad. pulv. 3ij.
Make a mass, and divide into 120 pills. Six pills to be taken four times
a day.
RIECH.




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1232.          ]c Creasoti, 3j.
Decocti Amyli, f xij. Make an enema.
In Camp Dysentery.-Dr. WILLMOTT.
1233.         1L Creasoti, 3ss.
Aquoe destillatas, Oj. Make a lotion.
In Itch, Impetigo Sparsa, fc.-Dr. DUNGLISON.
1234.          R Creasoti, 3j.
Aquse destillatse, 5x. Make a lotion.
As a preventive of Bed-sores.
1235.          R Creasoti, Rlx.
Aceti, f3ij.
Aquma, fgij.
Make a lotion. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil.
To Cancers and Phcagedsenic Ulcers. —SHoRT.
1236.         1R Creasoti, gutt. ij.
Aquve destillatse, gij.
Mix: make a lotion. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil.
To Inflamed Eyelids. —G. T. BLACK.
1237.          R Creasoti, 3ss.
Infusi Salvise, Oj. Make a mouth-wash.
In Mercurial Salivation.-Dr. FAULCON.
1238.         RO Creasoti, nLiv.
Tinct. Galbani, f3ij.
Aquae destillatte, f ij. Make a lotion.
In Indolent Ulcers, with excessive discharge.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1239.         ]f Creasoti, lnrxx.
Liq. Potass9e, 3ij.
Sacchari albi, 3ij. Rub up together, and add
Aquae destillata, f viij. Make an injection.
In Leucorrhoea.-Dr. ALLNATT.
1240.          R Creasoti, 3^s.
Carbon. Animalis pur. 3j.
Sp. Vini rect. 3iss.
Ung. Cetacei, giss. Mix: make an ointment.
For Burns and Scalds.-Dr. SUTRO.
[For children it must be diluted with from two to four times its weight of
spermaceti ointment.]
1241.        1R Creasoti, gutt. x.
Adipis, ~j.
Liq. Plumbi Diac. gutt. xij.
Extr. Opii, gr. iij. Make an ointment.
To broken Chilblains. —DEVERGIE.




224         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1242.        R Creasoti, nlv-xx.
Adipis, Ass. Make an ointment.
In Acne, Lepra, ill-conditioned Ulcers, &c.-Dr. JoY.
1243.       R Creasoti, rLx.
Adipis, pp. ~ij.
Opii pulv. gr. viij. Mix: make an ointment.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1244.       R Creasoti, gr. lxxv.
Tinct. Pyrethri, 3iiss.
[Soak a little cotton in the mixture, and put it into the hollow tooth.]
For Toothache.-TROUSEAU and REVEIL.
CRETA PRAPARATA.     See CALCIS CARBONIS.
CROCUS. Saffron.
Saffron (the stigmas of Crocus sativus, Nat. Ord. Iridaceee)
is reputed exhilarant, antispasmodic, and emmenagogue; but
it is little depended upon for these purposes in this country.
It enters into several tinctures, &c., but chiefly as a coloring
ingredient. An infusion, of a drachm or less in a pint of
water, is sometimes taken in debility of the stomach, and small
quantities are given to children to promote the eruption of
exanthemata: it has also been used as a collyrium.
Dose of saffron, from five to thirty grains.
CROTON TIGLIUM. See OLEUM TIGLII.
CUBEBIE.
Cubebs, the fruit of Piper Cubeba (Nat. Ord. Piperacese),
are carminative, stimulant, and diuretic. Their use is almost
confined to the treatment of gonorrhoea.   They should be
recently ground, and in fine powder. The usual dose of powdered cubebs is from 2 to 6 scruples, commonly 1 drachm,
three times a day; Tinctura Cubebse, 1 to 2 drachms; Oleum
Cubebae, 10 to 30 minims; Extracturm (ubebe (TOLLER'S), 15
grains twice a day; Extractum (ubebefliuidum, U. S., 10 to
20 grains.
1245.   ]       Cubebae pulv. ~j.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Mucil. Acacimt, f ij.
Aqus Cinnam. f vj.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea and Gleet.-Dr. JoY.




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1246.      ]   I Cubebe pulv. 3ij.
Sodse Bicarbonatis,
Potassas Bitartr. ana Dss.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day.
In the same.-Dr. DRUITT.
1247.          R Cubebe pulv. gij.
Aluminis pulv. ass.
Mix, and divide into nine powders. One three times a day.
In  Gonorrhoea.-M. RICORD.
1248.          R Cubebse pulv. ass.
Mellis despumati, q. s.
Mix: a teaspoonful three times a day.
1249.          ] Cubebse pulv. ~j.
Ergotse pulv. 3ss.
Pulv. Cinnam. comp. 3ij.
Sacchari albi, Sj.
Mix, and divide into eight powders. One, three or four times a day.
In Leucorrhoea, Gleet,.c.-Dr. M. RYAN.
1250.          R Pulv. Cubebae, gj.
Copaibue, 3j.
Pulv. Acacike, 3j.
Syrupi lHemedesmi, q. s.
Make an electuary: f3j to f3ij, three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea.
1251.          R Copaibhe,
Acacise pulv. ana 3ij.
Rub up together until well mixed: then add
Cubebse pulv. 3ij.
Mix, and make into six boluses. One, three times a day.
1252.          R  Cubebae pulv. ~j.
Acacize pulv..ss.
Syrupi Papaveris, f j.
Aquse Cinnamomi, f vij.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful three or more times a day.
Dr. HOOPER.
1253.          R Cubebse pulv. subt. ~iss.
CopaibEe, 3j.
Olei Menthse pip. gutt. viij.
Spir. REtheris Nitr. gutt. xv.
Sacchari pulv. q. s.
Make into a paste. The whole to be taken in four days, wrapped in
wafer-paper.
In Gonorrhoea.-M. BOUCHARDAT.




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1254.       1B Pulv. Cubebse, Piij.
Bals. Copaibse, 3x.
Magnes. calcin. gss.
Syrupi Cydonii, q. s.
To form an electuary: make into boluses the size of a nut. Three to be
taken three times a day.
In G-eet.-TROuSSEAU and REVEIL.
1255.        R Pulv. Cubebae, ass.
Confect. Sennse, 3ij.
Syrupi, q. s. To form an electuary.
In the beginning of an attack of Gonorrhoea. —Dr. HOOPER.
1256.        If Cubebce pulv. ~j.
Aquae ferventis, Oj. Make an injection.
Dr. DUNGLISON.
125 7.       I P. Cubebse, ~j.
Extr. Belladonnse, 3j.
Aquse ferventis,.xvj. Macerate, and make an injection.
M. CHEVALLIER.
CUMINUM.
Cumin seeds (the fruit of Cuminum    Cyminum, Nat. Ord.
Umbelliferwe) are stimulant and carminative.
Dose, ten to thirty grains. But they are seldom used except
as an external stimulant, as in Emplastrunm (cmini.
CUPRUM.      Copper (compounds of).
The salts of copper are poisonous. In medicinal doses they
are astringent, tonic, and emetic. Externally, they are caustic
and detergent. The following are the principal compounds of
copper employed in medicine:
iupri Diacetas (verdigris), and Cupri Aeetas (crystallized
verdigris), are rarely used, except as external applications.
The Diacetate, also termed i]Prugo, is almost exclusively employed for the ointment and plaster.  Unguentum zijErginis
is applied to stimulate and cleanse ulcers, and is also recommended for recent burns; and for warts and corns.   Erugo is
a frequent ingredient in corn plasters.
Cupri Ammonio-sulphas. Ammoniated copper is given as a
tonic and antispasmodic, in epilepsy, chorea, &c.
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two or three grains.    Pilulee Cupri Ammoniati, E., contain
half a grain in each. Externally, ammoniated copper is used
in lotions, collyria, &c.
Cupri Sulphas.    Sulphate of copper is given in doses of a
quarter to one grain as a tonic and astringent; or five grains
as a prompt emetic in poisoning by narcotics.    But its use requires caution.   Externally, it is used as a caustic to destroy
fungous growths, and in astringent and detergent lotions, &c.
Cupri Carbonas (obtained by adding carbonate of soda to a
solution of the sulphate) has been recommended as an outward
application, in impetigo, eczema of the scalp, &c.
Cupri Nitras is used as a caustic.
1258.         P- Cupri Ammoniati, gr. xij.
Extr. Gentianne,
Pulv. Calumbsn, ana 3ss.
Mix thoroughly, and divide into 36 pills. Take one twice a day..In Epilepsy and Chorea (after purgatives).-Dr. JoY.
1259.        13 Cupri Ammoniati,
Extr. Cannabis Indicae, ana 3j.
Mix: divide into 24 pills. One three times a day.
In Epilepsy (as a palliative in hopeless cases).
Dr. J. GRIEVE.
1260.        R1 Cupri Sulphat. gr. j.
Syrupi Papaveris, ~j.
Aquas Anisi, piij.
Make a mixture. A teaspoonful every four hours.
In Hoopiny-eough (of children). —Mr. CHAVASSE.
1261.        13 Cupri Sulphatis, gr. iij.
Medulla Panis, 3j.
Make a mass: divide into 24 pills. One, three or four times a day.
In Epilepsy, Chronic Dysentery, c.-Mr. BRANDE.
1262.         R Cupri Sulphat. gr. vj.
Myrrhoe pulv. gr. xij.
Cons. Rosse, 3ij. Make 12 pills. One every six hours.
In CZhronie DiarrhoeCa; and Dysentery.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1263.         R Cupri Sulphatis, gr. v.
Pulv. Rhei, Sss.
Exlr. Gentianae, 3j.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix thoroughly: make 20 pills. One or two, twice a day.
In Leucorrhoea, Chorea, &e.-Dr. JoY.




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1264.          R Cupri Sulphatis, gr. viij.
Opii purificati, gr. j.
Extracti Papaveris, jss.
Mix: make four pills. One, two or three times a day.
In Chronic Dysentery.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1265.         B1 Cupri Sulphatis,
Ipecacuanhae p. ana 3j.
Syrupi, q. s.
Divide into 5-grain pills. Dose, from two to four every second, third,
or fifth day, in the morning; alone, without any liquid.
In Phthisis.-SWEDIAUR' s        Dry Emetic.
1266.             Cupri Sulphat. gr. ss.
Opii pulv. gr. ss.
Confect. Rosse, q. s. Make a pill. One, three times a day.
In Chronic Diarrhcea and Dysentery.-Dr. JOY.
1267.         B] Cupri Ammoniati, gr. vj.
Aquae, giij. Dissolve; then add
Liq. Opii Sydenhami, gtt. x.
Syrupi simp. 3x.
Mix: a teaspoonful three or four times a day.
In Chorea.-TRouSSEAU and REVEIL.
1268.         R Cupri Carbonatis, 3j.
Adipis pr.eparati, ass. Make an ointment.
In Chronic Impetigo, and Ecezema of the Scalp.-DEVERGIE.
1269.          1c Cupri Sulphatis, 3ss.
Aquae destillatas, f.j.
Make a lotion. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil to the part affected;
when dry, smear the part with spermaceti ointment. Repeat the application
for two or three days, till the skin appears to be affected.
To prevent and cure Chilblains.-Dr. GRAVES.
1270.         1O Cupri Sulphatis, gr. v.
Oxymelis,.ss.
Mix: apply it with a camel-hair pencil.
In Ulcerated Throat, Cancrum       Oris, &c.-Mr. BRANDE.
1271.    P    B Cupri Sulphatis, gr. ~ ad ij.
Aquoe destillatie, f j. Make an eye-wash.
Dr. DRUITT.
1272.          R Cupri Sulphatis, 3ss.
Aquae destillate, 3j.
Spir. rectif. f3j. Make a lotion.
In Chronic Molluscum.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1273.          R Liq. Cupri Ammoniati, Wrxx.
Tincturse Opii, f.ss.
Aquae Rosoe, f, iv. Make a lotion.




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1274.        R Cupri Acetatis, gr. v.
Liq. Plumbi diacet. flss.
Aquae Rosae, f iv. Mix: make a lotion.
Dr. DRUITT.
1275.         R Cupri Sulphatis, gr. iv ad gr. viij.
Aquae purie, f viij. Mix: make an injection.
Sir A. COOPER, Bart.
1276.        R Cupri Ammoniati, gr. iv.
Aquse pure, ~viij. Make an injection.
JESSE FOOT.
CURCUMA.        Turmeric.
Turmeric is stimulant and carminative; but less so than
ginger, to which it is allied, belonging to the Nat. Ord.
Zingiberacew.   The dose is from five to twenty grains twice a
day, for flatulence. In India it is sprinkled on ulcers.
CUSPARIA.       Cusparia or Angustura Bark.
Cusparia is supposed to be the bark of Galipea Cusparia
(Nat. Ord. Rutacew).    It has been used instead of cinchona
in the intermittent fevers, bilious diarrhoea, and dysentery of
tropical climates. In Europe it has not been found an adequate
substitute for cinchona; but it is employed with benefit in
atonic dyspepsia, chronic diarrhoea, and dysentery.
Dose of the powdered bark, five to thirty grains; Infusum
Cusparie, one to two ounces; Tinctura Cuspariw, one to two
drachms.
1277.        R Pulv. Cusparias, gr. v.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. v.
Make a powder. To be taken an hour before dinner.
In Flatulence, with Nausea.-Mr. BRANDE.
1278.        R Cuspariae contuse, ~j.
Caryophylli cont. 3j.
Aqua ferventis, Oj. Macerate for six hours, and strain.
Colaturae, f iss.
Tinct. Catechu,
Syrupi Aurantii, ana f'ss.
Make a draught. To be taken three or four times a day.
1279.        R Infusi Cuspariae, 3vj.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. 3vj.
Aceti destillati, ~ij.
Mix: three tablespoonfuls to be taken three times a day.
In Indigestion, with dry tongue and irritation.
Dr. BAILLIE.




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1280.       ]1 Infusi Cuspariae,.j.
Tinct. Catechu, 3iss.
Ipecac. pulv. Dss. Mix: make a draught.
In Internal Jlemorrhage.-Dr. JoY.
1281.   ]    f Infusi Cusparise, 5vj.
Tinct. ejusdem, 3ss.
Pulv. ejusdem, )j.
Tinct. Opii, WLxx.
Spir. Lavand. comp. Rxl.
Mix: four spoonfuls every four hours.
In Diarrhoea, with Exhaustion and Irritability.
Dr. E. G. CLARK.
CYDONIUM.       Quince Seed.
The seeds of the fruit of Cydonia vulgaris (Nat. Ord. Pomace)
yield a mucilage to water, which possesses the demulcent and
emollient properties of mucilage of acacia.  Its principal use
is as a soothing application to inflamed eyes, excoriated and
erysipelatous surfaces; and as a vehicle for borax, &c. in sores
of the mouth and throat.
CYNARA. Artichoke.
The leaves of common artichoke (Cynara Scolymus, Nat.
Ord. Compositse) yield a bitter juice, which is diuretic, and
was formerly given in dropsical complaints. The juice inspissated to an extract has been found to give very speedy
relief in some cases of rheumatism, both acute and chronic;
in gout; and in sciatica.  The dose of the extract, according to
Mr. Copeman, is two or three grains; but Dr. P3adeley directs
five grains, three times a day. A purgative should precede its
use; but care should be taken not to give such doses of the
extract as will disturb the bowels. The tincture is scarcely
sufficiently active; but may be given in conjunction with the
extract.
1282.        lf Ext. Cynarie, gj.
Sarss pulv. 3ss.
01. Sassafras, gutt. ij.
Make 20 pills. One, three times a day.
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1283.          Extr. Cynarse, gr. v.
Misture Camphorae, f3xj.
Tinct. Cynaroe, f3j.
Make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Rheumatic, Gouty, and Neuralgic Attacks.
Dr. BADELEY.
1284.      iB Extr. Cynarax, gr. v.
Misturse Guaiaci, ~iss.
Liq. Opii Sedat. rLvj. Make a draught.
In the same cases.
DAUCUS CAROTA.         Carrot: the root and seed.
The root of the cultivated carrot (Daucus carota sativus)
is applied to foul, indolent, sloughing, and cancerous sores.
If simply scraped, it is stimulant and deodorizing; if boiled
and mashed, it is emollient and anodyne. The seeds of the
wild carrot (Daucus carota sylvestris) are stimulant and
diuretic.
Dose, thirty to sixty grains, in dropsy and chronic nephritic
affections; or an infusion of half an ounce of the bruised seeds
in a pint of water may be taken in the course of a day.
DELPHINIUM STAPHIISAGRIA. Stavesacre. DELPHINIUM CONSOLIDA. Larkspur. DELPHINIA. D)elphine.
Stavesacre seeds (D. Staphisagria, Nat. Ord. Ranunculaceee)
are emetic, cathartic, and vermifuge, in large doses acting as
an irritant poison. They have been given in lepra, and chronic
eczema; but their principal use is for destroying lice, and for
curing the itch; for which purposes Unguentum Staphisagrie
or Decoctum Staphisagrie are used.   Tinctura Staphisagrie
concentrata (Turnbull's) is used externally in the same cases
as veratria. M. Bazin employs an extract and tincture as
internal remedies for eczema.
Larkspur seeds (D. consolida) have been given by Augustin
in spasmodic asthma.
Dose of Tinctura -Delphinii, ten to twenty drops three
times a day.
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232          THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
been used in neuralgic and rheumatic pains, and local paralysis, as a substitute for veratria.
1285.        R1 Sem. Staphisagrise, ~ss.
Aqua, Oiss. Boil, strain, and add
Ext. Papaveris, 3ij.
Make a lotion. A small quantity to be applied to the parts affected.
In Itch.-RANQUE.
1286.        1R Extracti Staphisagric,
Oxidi Zinci, ana 3ss.
Adipis, 3j. Make an ointment.
In Chronic Eczema.-M. BAZIN.
1287.         R Sem. Staphisagrise, p. 3ij.
Ung. Cerse alb.e, ~j. Rub up well, and add
Glycerinse, 3j. Make an ointment.
In Itch.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1288.        R1 Extracti Staphisagrike,
Extracti Dulcamare, ana 3j.
Mix: make 40 pills. Four pills to be taken in the day, and the number
gradually increased to twelve.
In Chronic -Eczema.
1289.        1i Delphinia purse, gr. viij.
Adipis prseparati, 3ij.
Make an ointment. To be rubbed over the seat of pain for ten to twenty
minutes.
- In F-acial Neuralgia, Hc.-Dr. A. TURNBULL.
1290.        1R Delphinise pure, gr. x ad xxx.
Spirit. rectificati, f j. Make an embrocation.
Dr. A. TURNBULL.
DIANTIHUS CARYOPHYLLUS.                Clove Pink.
The petals of Clove Pink are accounted stimulant, cordial,
antispasmodic, and sudorific; but are now scarcely used except
for their fine color and odor; on account of which Syrupus
D)ianthi Caryophylli is sometimes added to cordial, antispasmodic, and saline mixtures. A teacupful of an infusion of the
dried petals (an ounce to a pint) has been given every four or
six hours in typhus fevers.
DIGITALIS.       Fox-glove.
Dried leaves of D. purpurea (Nat. Ord. Scrowhulariacete).
Narcotic, diuretic, and sedative; generally producing a marked
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Used to reduce inordinate vascular excitement in some fevers,
inflammations, and hsemorrhages; in heart affections; as a
diuretic in dropsies; and also as a remedy for phthisis, epilepsy, and scrofula.    Its action must be carefully watched,
and its use suspended as soon as it affects the head, the pulse,
the stomach, or kidneys.    Dose of the powdered leaves, from
half or one grain, gradually increased to two or three grains.
Infusunm Digitalis, from two or four fluid-drachms to a fluidounce, sometimes increased to one and a half or two ounces.
Tinctura, from  ten minims, carefully increased to twenty or
thirty.  Extractum, half a grain to one grain.    Pil. Digitalis
et Scille, E., five to ten grains.
Unguentunm   Digitalis is applied to scrofulous sores.   The
tincture, mixed with soap liniment or a strong infusion of digitalis, is applied to the abdomen to produce diuresis in dropsy.
Digitalina.   Digitaline is the active principle of fox-glove;
it is said to be one hundred times as strong as the powdered
leaves, and is used in the same cases.
Dose, one sixty-fifth of a grain, or one milligramme. It is
prepared in the form of granules, each containing this quantity: the usual dose is from two to three of these granules per
di6m.
1291.        1R Infusi Digitalis, fgiv.
Tinct. Digitalis, f3ss.
Potassae Acetatis, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, TLv.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful to be taken twice or thrice a day.
In Dropsical Affections. —Dr. PARIS.
1292.         I3 Infusi Digitalis, f3iv.
Potassse Acetatis, Dj.
Spir. J3theris Nitrici, f3j.
Aquse Cinnamomi, f3v.
Make a draught. One every six hours until the urine is increased, unless the pulse, head, or digestive organs be affected, when it should
be instantly discontinued.
In Hydrothorax.-Dr. JoY.
1293.        SR Infusi Digitalis, f3ij.
Sp. JEtheris Nitr. f3ss.
Decocti Scoparii, f3x.
Make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In (Edema.-Dr. BARCLAY.
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234          THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1294.          R Infusi Digitalis, f iij.
Potassse Acetatis, 3iij.
Spir. AEtheris Nitr. fgj.
Liq. Ammoniae Acet. f ij. Mix: dose, a sixth part.
Dr. HOOPER.
1295.          R Infusi Digitalis, f viiss.
Potasste Nitratis, 3ij.
Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. qlxiv.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3ij.
Mix: a tablespoonful every two hours.
In fHypertrophy of the Heart, with excessive action.
Dr. COPLAND.
1296.          ] Infusi Digitalis, f giv.
Potasswe Acetatis, 5ij.
Spir. JEtheris Nitr. f3ij.
Aquse Cassiae, f iss.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful every fourth hour.
In Cardiac Dropsy. —Dr. A. KILGOUR.
1297.         1 Infusi Digitalis, f3iv.
Liq. Hydrarg. Bichlor. fjj.
Aquae Menthre sat. f j.
Tinct. Cantharidis, rlxx.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
In Chronic Anasarca.-Dr. SEYMOUR.
1298.         R Succi Digitalis, rqxij.
Mist. Camphorre, f j.
Syr. Aurantii, f3ij.
Acidi Hydrocy. dil. qLj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
In Nervous Palpitations.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1299,.         R Tinct. Digitalis, MlXx-xx.
Mist. Camphorse, f3x.
Tinct. Calumboe, f3j.
Make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Palpitation, -with Nervous Irritability.-Dr. PARIS.
1300.          R Succi Limonis, ~ss.
Potassm Carbon. ad saturandum.
Decocti Sarsme, 3x.
Tinct. Digitalis, nLx-xxx.
Mucil. Acacise, 3ij.
Make a draught. To be taken every six hours.
In Acute Tubercular Phthisis.-Sir A. CRICHTON.
1301.          R Tinct. Digitalis, f3iss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3j.
Mist. Camphorse, f iv.
Make a mixture. A teaspoonful as occasion may require.
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1302.          R Tinct. Digitalis, rnxv.
Potassas Acetatis, 3j.
Spir. Juniperi comp. f3ij.
Decocti Scoparii, f3xiv.
Make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Anasarca.
1303.          R Tinct. Digitalis, rLx.
Oxymellis Scillae, fgss.
Misturse Camphorae, j.
Make a draught. To be taken every four hours.
In Chronic Bronchitis, with Heart Disease.-Dr. JoY.
1304.          R Tinct. Digitalis, ntxv.
Aceti destillati, f3j.
Syrupi, f3j.
Aquoe purae, f iss.
Make a draught. To be taken three times a day until twelve doses are
taken.
In Hectic.-Dr. DRUITT.
1305.         13 Tinct. Digitalis, f3iij.
Tinct. Scille, f3j.
Mix: take thirty drops every four hours.
In Dropsy. —HoRN.
1306.          iC Pulv. Digitalis, 3j.
Assafcetid e, 3j.
Make into a mass, with a sufficient quantity of Comp. Spirits of Lavender; and divide into pills weighing each two grains. One to be
taken every morning.
In Chronic Catarrh, Phthisis, and Heart Disease.
Dr. WITHERING.
1307.          R Pulv. Digitalis,
Pulv. Scille rad. ana gr. xij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xviij.
Divide into 12 pills. One or two to be taken every three hours.
In Asthma, &c.-Dr. JOY.
1308.          1f Pulv. Digitalis, gr. vj.
Pulv. Camphore, gr. xv.
Extr. Hyoscyami, Diss. Make 12 pills.
In Maniacal and Spasmodic Affections.-Dr. COPLAND.
1309.          1 Pulv. Digitalis,
Pulv. Scillae, ana gr. ix.
Extr. Gentianse, )j.
Olei Juniperi, gutt. viij.
Syrupi, q. s.
To form 12 pills. One to be taken three times a day.
In Dropsy.-Dr. PEARSON.




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1310.         RP Pulv. Digitalis, 3j.
Pulv. Scammonii, 3ss.
Pulv. Scille, 3ss.
Extr. Juniperi [vel Taraxaci], q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 30 pills. One pill three times a day, with
a wineglassful of water in which niter has been dissolved in the
proportion of 3iv to a quart.
In Hydrothorax.-Dr. DEBREYNE.
1311.          R P. Digitalis fol.
Potassse Nitratis, aa 3ss.
Pulv. Sacchari, 3iiss.
Mix: divide into 40 powders. (1-4 daily for children; 4-10 for adults.)
In Inflammation of Lungs and Heart, and in Dropsies.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1312.          R Pulv. Digitalis, gr. vj.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. xij.
Pulv. Sacchari albi, gr. xviij.
Mix well, and divide equally into 12 powders. Take one powder
every six hours.
In, Hydrocephalus.-Dr. MERRIMAN.
1313.          R Pulv. Digitalis, gr. xij.
Pulv. Myrrhse, gr. xxiv.
Ferri Sulphatis, gr. xij.
Syrupi, q. s. Make 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Amenorrhoea, with Epilepsy.-Dr. BRIGHT.
1314.         i3 Pulv. Digitalis, gr. xvj.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, Dss.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizse,.j.
Olei Juniperi, q. s.
Make 8 pills. Two, every three or four hours.
In the early stage of Brain ]Fever.-BRERA.
1315.          ] Extracti Digitalis, 3ij.
Adipis,,j.
Make an ointment. The throat to be covered with lint smeared with
this ointment, and frequently renewed.
In CroUp-.-RUDERMACHER.
1316.:1 Tinct. Digitalis,
Linim. Saponis comp. ana ~j.
Mii-x: iake a liniment. To be rubbed over the abdomen.
In Dropsy.-Dr. CHRISTISON.
13,17.?] Fol. Digitalis, sicc. 3iv.
Aquse ferventis, Oj.
Maaerate for an hour, and strain. Cloths wet with the infusion to be
laid. aQerthe abdomen.
In Dropsy.-Dr. DUNCAN.




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1318.        1 Infusi Digitalis, f gij.
Liquor. Ammonie, f3ij.
01. Sem. Papaveris, f3iv. Mix: make a liniment.
For the same purpose.-Dr. ROYLE.
1319.        R Digitalinse, gr. I.
Kermetis Mineralis, gr. xv.
Ext. Digitalis, gr. xv.
ExcipientN, q. s.
Mix: divide into 50 pills. (1-5 daily for children; 4-10 for adults.)
In Inflammatory Affections of the Lungs.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1320.        R Digitalinse (in ale. sol.) gr. j.
Hydrarg. Sulph. rub. gr. xxv.
Hydrarg. Ammonio-Chloridi, Dviij.
Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Cerati Galeni (cold cream), jiiss. Make an ointment.
In Eczema, and other cutaneous diseases.-M. DUMONT.
DOLICHOS [MUCUNA] PRURIENS.                  Cowitch.
The hairs with which the pods of this leguminous shrub are
thickly covered are employed to dislodge worms, more especially lumbrici; which they probably effect by mere mechanical
irritation. The usual mode of administering Cowitch is to dip
the pods in syrup, and scrape off the spiculse with the syrup
until a mixture is obtained of the thickness of honey; the dose
of which is from a teaspoonful to a tablespoonful, every morning for three times, following the last dose by a purgative. The
following are more precise formulae:
1321.       1R Dolichi Pubis, 3ij.
Syrupi, ss.
Mix: give a teaspoonful every morning for three days, and a dose of
castor oil after the last dose.
To expel Lumbrici.-CORREA.
1322.        R Spiculoe Dolichi, gr. xij.
Limat. Stanni, gr. xij.
Syrupi, q. s. Make a bolus, to be taken night and morning.
Dr. AINSLIE.
1323.       B1 Dolichi pub. 3j.
Theriacas, Hj.
Make an electuary. A teaspoonful every morning.
In Lumbrici and Ascarides.-Dr. JoY.
[A purgative should be given every second or third day.]




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DORSTENIA CONTRAYERVA.
Contrayerva root is stimulant, tonic, and diaphoretic; and
was once esteemed as an antidote to poisons, as well as a remedy
for low and malignant fevers and exanthemata; and as a tonic
in debility of the stomach.
Dose of the powdered root, fifteen to forty grains; of Pulvis
Contrayervme compositus, one to two scruples.
DULCAMARA.         Bitter-sweet.
The dried twigs of Woody Nightshade, Solanum Dulcamara
(Nat. Ord. Solanacewe), are regarded as alterative, diuretic,
sudorific, and feebly narcotic.  It is chiefly prescribed in obstinate cutaneous disorders, especially those of a scaly character; also in scrofula, chronic rheumatism, chronic catarrh, &c.
Dose of Pulvis Dulcamare, twenty to sixty grains; Decocturn Dulcamarwe, two ounces, three times a day; Extractum,
five to ten grains; Syrupus, half an ounce to an ounce.
1324.         R Decocti Dulcamarse, f xj.
Liq. Potassae, fss.
Tinct. Chirettae, f ss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls to be taken three times a day.
In Skin Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1325.        R Extr. Dulcamarse, ss.
Decocti Althase, jiij.
Vini Opii, gtt. ij,
Oxymellis, 3iij.
Dose for a child of two years, a teaspoonful.
In protracted Cough.-GOELIS.
1326.        l Caul. Dulcamars,
Rad. Arctii Lappse, ana 3vj.
Rad. Glycyrrhizse,
Lign. Sassafras,
Lign. Guaiaci, ana 3ij.
Aquoe, Oiss.
Boil sufficiently to strain to a pint. A wineglassful several times a day.
TIn Rheumatism, Syphilis, Cutaneous Affections, c.
AUGUSTIN.
1327.        R Decocti Duleamarae,
Decocti Malvae comp. ana Oss. Make a lotion.
In Skin Diseases, with mnuch Irritation.-Dr. HOOPER.




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ELATERIUM.
Extractum Elaterii (Elaterium, D. and E.) is the dried fecula
of the juice of the unripe fruit of a cucurbitaceous plant, Ecbalium  Elaterium, or Momordica Elaterium.     It is a powerful
hydragogue purgative, sometimes prescribed in obstinate constipation, but more frequently in dropsical cases. In over-doses
it acts as an irritant poison.
It is difficult to state the dose, as commercial elaterium varies
so much in its strength. Some authors speak of one or two
grains; but this can only refer to very inferior kinds.    Dr.
Pereira found that a quarter of a grain of good elaterium acted
very powerfully; and that the dose was fiom   one-sixteenth of
a grain to half a grain.
Elaterina, Elateerine, the active principle of elaterium, is
given in doses of one-sixteenth to one-eighth of a grain.
Dose of Tinctura Elaterii, sixty minims; Sol. -Elaterinwe,
thirty to forty minims.
1328.        R Extracti Elaterii, gr. j.
Extracti Gentianae, jj.
Mix: make 8 pills. Dose, one or two pills.
Dr. PEREIRA.
1329.        R Extr. Elaterii, gr. j.
Extr. Coloc. comp. 3iiss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xij.
Mix: make 12 pills. One, night and morning.
In Cardiae Dropsy (when diuretics fail).-Dr. A. KILGOUR.
1330.        R Elaterii, gr. ss.
Hydr. Chloridi,
Pulv. Capsici, ana gr. ij.
Conf. Rosas canino, q. s.
Make a pill, to be taken in the morning.
In Anasarea.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1331.        R Tinct. Elaterii, f3j.
Syrupi Sennae, f ss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3j.
Aquae Menthae pip. fij.
Make a draught, to be taken first, and if it does not produce a copious
soluble alvine evacuation, repeat in four hours.
_In Ascites, in the robust, with no inflammatory tendency.
Dr. NELIGAN.




240          THE   BOOK   OP PRESCRIPTIONS.
1332.         R Extr. Elaterii, gr. iij.
Cambogise, 3ss.
Extr. Aloes,
Sagapeni, ana gr. xij.
Olei Carui, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. Two, going to bed.
1333.        R Extr. Elaterii, gr. xv.
Potasse Sulphatis, 3j. Rub up together, and add
Saponis duri, 3j.
Zingiberis, pulv. 3iss.
Rub up with a sufficient quantity of water, and make a mass: to be
divided into 60 pills. One to be taken every hour till the bowels
are freely opened.
SPRAGUE.
1334.         1 Extr. Elaterii, gr. j.
Spir. _Etheris Nitr. fij.
Tinct. Scillse, f ss.
Oxymellis Colchici, fss.
Syrupi Rhamni, f j.
Dose, f3j three times a day in water.
In Dropsical Complaints.-Dr. FERRIAR.
1335.        R Elaterin'e, gr. j.
Spir. Vini rectif. f j.
Acidi Nitrici, gutt. iv. Make a solution. Dose, flLxxx.
Dr. MORRIES.
EMETINA.    See IPECACUANHA.
ERGOTA.       (SECALE     CORNUTUM.)        Ergot-of Rye.
Ergot is the grain of rye corrupted by a parasitic fungus.
Its presence in rye flour is supposed to be the cause of certain
gangrenous and convulsive diseases which sometimes prevail
where this grain is much used. As a medicine its principal
use is to hasten parturition when retarded simply by insufficient
uterine action.  It is also believed to possess the power of restraining heemorrhages, and has been recommended in amenorrhoea, leucorrhcea, gleet, chronic dysentery, incontinence of
urine in old persons, &c.
The following are the preparations in use, and their doses:
Pulvis _Ergotw.   (This should be freshly powdered.)   Dose,
five or six grains, repeated every few hours. In incontinence
of urine, Dr. Ross prescribes from six to ten grains every
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fifteen to twenty grains, repeated once or twice at intervals of
twenty or thirty minutes if required.
Infusunm Ergota, D.    In the above diseases, from half a
drachm to a drachm; in labor, one to two ounces, repeated in
half an hour.
Extractum Ergotwe aquosum (Bonjean's Ergotine), three to
five grains every quarter of an hour in obstetric cases.   In
hremorrhages, a scruple may be given in the course of a day.
Tinctura Ergotae, D., ten to twenty minims; in labor, half
a drachm to a drachm.
Tinctura Ergotwe  TJtherea, L., ten to twenty minims.
Tinetura Ergote Ammoniata (Mr. Gore's), thirty drops.
FVi4un Ergotwe, U.S., one to two drachms several times a
day, in hpemorrhage, &c. In labor, two or three drachms.
Solutio Secalis Cornuti z  Jtherea (Dr. Rees's); fifteen to
thirty minims, in labor.
Oleum Ergotxe (Dr. Wright's); ten drops every three hours,
in diarrhcea, &c.; twenty to forty drops in parturition, and extreme haemorrhage.
1336.        R ErgotT pulv. 3ss.
P. Cinnam. comp. Dss.
Sacchari albi, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 10 powders. One every second or third hour.
In Active Hremorrhage.-Dr. M. RYAN.
1337.        1 Ergotfe (recens red. in pulv.) 3ss.
Divide equally into 8 powders. One to be given every three hours, or
the whole in twenty-four hours.
In Epistaxis and Hemoptysis.-Dr. SPAIRANI.
1338.        R Ergotse pulv. 5ss.
Extracti Gentianoe, 3j.
Mix, and make 15 pills. One, three times a day.
In Dysmenorrhoea.-Dr. DEWEES.
1339.        R Pulv. Ergotae, ass.
Syrupi, gss.
Aquae Menthee, Jj.
Mix: a third part to be taken every twenty minutes.
In Labor.-M. SOUBEIRAN.




242           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1340.         PR Ergotoe contritea, 3j.
Aquoe, f iij.
Boil to f jss. Of the decoction, freed from sediment, give the third
part three times in the course of an hour.
In  Lingering    Labor from     Inaction   of the Uterus, and in
IHemorrhage.                                     Dr. JoY.
1341.          R Ergotee pulv. gr. xlviij.
Olei Sabinee, nlxij.
Theriacoe, q. s.
Make an electuary.. A sixth part three times a day.
Emmenagogue in simple Atony of the Uterine Organs.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1342.          R Ergotae cont. 3ss.
Aquse ferventis, f iij.
Infuse, and to the strained liquor add
Pulv. Ergotoe, 3ss.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Make a draught: to be repeated in twenty minutes if the uterus does
not contract.
1343.          R Pulv. Ergotse, gr. iij.
Plumbi Acet. gr. ij.
Opii pulv. gr. -.
Mucil. Acaciae, q. s.
Make a pill, to be taken every second hour.
In Uterine lixmorrhage.-Dr. FERGUSON (U. S.).
1344.          R Ergotinae (Extr. Aquos.) gr. xij.
Syrupi Croci, f ss.
Aquae Menthoe pip. f.iiiss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every quarter of an hour
until effectual.
To Accelerate Delivery.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1345.         B1 Ergotine;, gr. xvj.
Aquoe puree, piij.
Syrupi for. Aurantii, f j.
A tablespoonful every three hours, in heemorrhage; or every quarter of
an hour, to excite expulsive pains.
BONJEAN.
1346.          R Ergotae, gr. vj ad x.
Sacchari albi, 3ss.
Make a powder: make six similar doses. One every ten minutes.
In  Uterine Heemorrhage.-LOEWENHIARD.
1347.     P     f Pulv. Ergotee, 3ij.
Aquoe, gxij. Boil and strain: make an enema.
To Accelerate Delivery.-FoY.




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ERIGERON. Flea-bane.
Canada Flea-bane (Erigeron Canadense, Nat. Ord. Compositre) is diuretic, tonic, and astringent; and is given in dropsical complaints, and diarrhoea.
Dose of the flowering tops, in powder, thirty to sixty grains;
Infusuz, two to four ounces; Extractum, five to ten grains.
An infusion of two other species, E. heterophyllum, and E.
philadelphicum, is also given in nephritic and dropsical complaints, to the amount of a pint in twenty-four hours. But
they are not prescribed in this country.
ERYNGIUM. Eryngo-root.
The root of Sea-Holly, Eryngium maritimum     (Nat. Ord.
Umbelliferw), is a mild expectorant, and has been thought
useful in consumption; it is also diuretic, deobstruent, and
antiscorbutic. Candied Eryngo is used as a pectoral.
1348.       R Rass. Corn. Cerv. 3ij.
Rad. Eryngii,
Hordei perlati loti, ana 3ij.
Aqua, Oiss. Boil to a pint, strain, and add
Syrupi Adianti, 3j. A cupful to be taken frequently.
In Consumption.
[We have omitted the snails usually added in foreign formula.]
ERYSIMUM.       Hedge-mustard.
This cruciferous plant partakes of the pungency of mustard
and horse-radish; and is used as an antiscorbutic, and as a
remedy for chronic hoarseness.
Dose of Syrupus Erysimi, and Syr. Erysimi compositus,
half an ounce to two ounces. See No. 341, p. 77.
EUPATORIUM.
Several species of Eupatorium (Nat. Ord. Composite) have
been employed in medicine: only two can be noticed here.
Eupatorium perfoliatum, Thoroughwort.     The tops and
leaves are used as a diaphoretic and tonic; in large doses it
is emetic and purgative. It is given in intermittent, remittent, and typhoid fevers, general debility, and dyspepsia.




244         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Dose, in powder, thirty grains; of the cold infusion, as a
tonic, an ounce frequently.  The warm infusion is taken more
freely, the patient being kept warm in bed, to promote diaphoresis. As an emetic, the warm decoction is taken by cupfuls.  Dr. Peebles gives a wineglassful of the warm infusion
every half hour, until perspiration, nausea, or vomiting, are
produced, for the speedy relief of influenza.
Eu2patorium   Cacnnabinumn   Hemp agrimony, is diuretic,
aperient, and deobstruent; and has been recommended in
cachectic diseases, coughs, suppressio mensium, dropsy, jaundice, scurvy, &c. Rarely prescribed in this country. A decoction of the root is used in dropsy.
ETHER. See IETIHEREA.
EUPHORBIA. Spurge.
The various species of Spurge contain an acrid milky juice.
The dried juice of one or more species constitutes the Euphorbium of the shops, which is only used as an external irritant;
and occasionally with seven parts of starch, as a rough sternutatory.  The powdered root of Euphorbia corollata and _E.
Ipecacuanha are emetic and cathartic; dose, ten to fifteen
grains, as a substitute for ipecacuanha.
aEuph. Hypericifolia, Black Purslane, is used in menorrhagia,
leucorrhoea, and diarrhoea.  The seeds of Eiuph. Lathyris yield
a purgative oil; dose, four to twelve drops.
1349.          Eu Euphorbii gummi-res. 3j.
Olei Olivse, 3x.
Digest for ten days, and strain. Used in frictions.
In Paralysis. — VAN MONs.
1350.        R Euphorbias hypericif. sic. Hss.
Aquae ferventis, f xvj.
Macerate for half an hour, and strain. A tablespoonful every hour until
the symptoms abate. [In Menorrhagia, a wineglassful three times
a day.]
In Dysentery and Diarrhoea. —Dr. ZOLLICKOFFER.
1351.       PR Olei Euphorbii Lathyris, gutt. viij.
Acacioe pulveris,.j.
Sacchari albi, Pij.
Aquse, fiij. Make a draught.
As an Active Purgative.-PICHONIER.




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FEL    BOVINUM. Ox-gall.
The bile or gall of the ox is used as a tonic, laxative, and
deobstruent; it is particularly recommended in disorders connected with a deficiency of bile.   In obstinate costiveness it
has proved successful, and is thought to possess the power of
directly softening indurated feces. It is also useful in dyspepsia attended with vomiting.     Combined with opium, it is
said to prevent the constipating and other undesirable effects
of that drug.   Another virtue attributed to its free use is the
alleviation of pain in cancerous diseases.
Dose of the inspissated fresh gall, Extractum Fellis, five to
ten grains; of the same reduced to dryness, Fel desiccatum, four
to eight grains.
1352.         R Fel. Bovini desic. 3j.
Spir. rectif. q. s.
Make 15 pills. One or two, two or three times a day.
_In Habitual Costiveness.
1353.         J Extr. Fellis, 3ij.
Olei Carui, nLx.
Magnes. Carbon, q. s.
Make 30 pills. Two, three times a day.
In Costiveness, from Deficiency of Bile.-Dr. CLAY.
1354.         } Extr. Fellis, 3ij.
Rhei pulv. 3ss.
Make 30 pills. From two to six pills daily.
In Inactivity of the Liver, Jaundice, Costiveness, ec.
1355.,1 Fellis Bov. 3iij.
Extr. Gentianse, 3ij.
Rhei pulveris, 3ij.
Assafcetidve,'j. Mix, and divide into 120 pills.
Dr. JoY.
1356.         R Fellis Bovini,
Assaftetidae, ana 3j.
Rhei pulveris, 3j.
Syrupi, q. s. Make 40 pills. Two, twice a day.
In _Epilepsy, ec.-Dr. COPLAND.
1357.        PI Fellis tauri inspis.
Aloes extr. pur. ana 3j.
Extr. Colocynth. comp.
Saponis Castil. ana 3j. Mix: make 36 pills.
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1358.    P    i Fellis inspissati,
Extr. Aloes purif.
Extr. Gentianse,
Saponis Venet. ana 3ss.
Mix: make 30 pills. Two, twice a day.
In Costiveness and Dyspepsia.-Dr. COPLAND.
1359.       1i Fellis Bov. recentis, ~ij.
Decocti Avenae tennis, f viij. Make an enema.
To soften Indurated Fxeces.-Dr. ALLNATT.
1360.        R Fellis Bovini,
Linim. Saponis, ana 3iij.
Make a liquid, to be dropped into the ear.
In Deafness, from Indurated Wax. —Dr. E. G. CLARK.
FERMENTUM        CEREVISIAE.        Yeast.
Yeast is tonic, stimulant, antiseptic, and laxative; and has
been given with good effect in typhoid fevers, scarlet fever,
putrid sore throat, furuncular disease, &c.  It has been given
in doses of an ounce, frequently, in petechial typhus, by Dr.
Jones Lamprey.    Mr. Mosse, of Fareham, gives a tablespoonful
for adults, or a smaller quantity for children, three times a day,
with water, as a remedy for boils; Mr. Bennett, of Gateshead,
gives one or two tablespoonfuls frequently, as an antiseptic
and stimulant in scarlet fevers, &c.  Externally, it is applied
as an antiseptic and stimulant (Oataplasma Ferm'tenti, L.).
1361.       R1 Fermenti Cerevisie,.ss.
Misturse Camphore, f ij.
Make a draught, to be taken every third hour.
Dr. STOCKER.
[If required more aperient, add Tinct. Jalapa; if too relaxing, a few drops
Tinct. Opii.]
1362.    RP Cerevisise Fermenti,:x.
Camphorse pulv. 3ss.
Spir. 2Etheris Nitrici, 3iv.
Make a mixture: fij every second or third hour.
In Petechial Typhus, and Dysentery with fetid dejecta.
Dr. JONES LAMPREY.
FERRUM.       Iron.
The general operation of the preparations of iron is as a
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and promote the secretions. They are unsuitable in an excited
state of the circulation; and are most useful where there is
debility and relaxation of the fiber, and languid circulation.
They are prescribed for chlorotic anehmia, scrofula, enlargements of the liver and spleen, fluor albus, gleet, passive haemorrhages, chorea, atonic dyspepsia, chronic dysentery and
diarrhoea, tic douloureux, worms, &c.  Headache, or a sense of
fullness in the head, is an indication that they do not agree, or
have been pushed too far. Purgatives should generally precede their administration.
As the preparations and compounds of iron are so numerous,
it seems expedient to divide them into groups. External
applications are placed at the end of the whole.
1. Those in which the iron is in a metallic state, or that of
oxide, or carbonate.
Limaturce Ferri, and Lim. Ferri Lcevigatce, 3 to 10 grains.
Ferri Pulvis, D. (Iron reduced by Hydrogen), 1 to 6 grains.
FlerriProtoxidum (this can only be prepared extemporaneously, as in No. 1370.)
I'erri Oxidum Nigrum, E. [M1iagneticum, D.], 10 to 30 grains.
Ferri Sesquioxidum, L. [Oxidum nubruum, E.], 10 to 60 grains.
Ferri Peroxidum    hydratumn, D. [Ferrzyo, E.].    In the
moist state, as an antidote for arsenic, it must be given by
spoonfuls, frequently, diffused in water.  It must be given at
least to the amount of twelve times the weight of the poison
swallowed.
_Ferri Carbonas, D.; five to thirty grains. [A mixture of carbonate and sesquioxide of iron. When sulphate of iron is
decomposed by a carbonated alkali, proto-carbonate of iron is
formed, which has a strong tendency to pass into the state of
sesquioxide; this change is partially retarded by saccharine
and gummy matters, as in Pil. Ferri comp., and Mistura Ferri
comp., which are intended as forms for administering the
carbonate; but is more effectually accomplished in the next
preparation.]
Ferri Carbonas cum Saccharo, 5 to 30 grains.
Mlistura lFerri Composita, 1 ounce to 1 or 2 ounces.
Pilula Ferri Composita, 10 to 20 grains.
Pilula Ferri Carbonatis, 5 to 10 grains.
Aqua Chalybeata Aerata, a pint in divided draughts.
-   (Bewley's), 2 ounces.




248           THE BOOK      OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1363.          R Ferri Limat. loev. gr. vj ad xij.
Testee praeparatae,
Sacchari albi, ana 3j.
Olei Limonis, gutt. j.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One, twice a day.
In Rickets.-BERENDS.
1364.        1R Ferri pulveris, gr. iij.
Pulv. Acacie, gr. vj.
Cretie preparate, gr. xij.
Calcis Phosph. prtecip. gr. vj.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One, twice a day.
In the same.
1365.          1 Ferri levigati, gr. iij.
Magnes. Carbon. gr. xv.
Cinnamomi, gr. vj.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One, morning and evening.
In Atrophy of Children, and Rickets.-HUFELAND.
1366.        1R Limat. Ferri lev. 3j.
Extr. Absinthii, q. s.
Make into 4-grain pills. One to four, night and morning.
In Chlorosis, D)yspepsia, Worms, fC.-SYDENHAM.
1367.    ]    R Ferri pulv. (red.) gr. xxxvj.
Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, 3j.
Olei Juniperi, twx.
Mix: make into a mass with mucilage, and divide into 24 pills. Two,
three times a day.
In Chlorotie Amenorrhoea. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1368.          3 Auri pulveris,.ij.
Ferri pulveris, 3ij.
Pulv. Acacise, 3ss.
Mix: one for a dose. To be given in water slightly acidulated with dil.
sulphuric acid.
As an Antidote for Corrosive Sublimate.-Dr. BUCKLER.
1369.          1 Ferri pulv. (Quevenne's) vel.
Ferri Sesquiox..ss.
Bismuthi Nit. 3v.
Ext. Opii Aquos. gr. iij.
Syrup. gummos. q. s.
Mix, and divide into 125 pills. One to ten daily, during meals.
In Chlorosis,.c.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1370.          1 Magnesie Calcinatse, ij.
Aquoe destillatze, f vj Rub up together, and add
Pulv. Ferri Protosulph. 3iv.
Tinct. Quassise, f3ij.
Mix, and divide immediately into 6 draughts. [The protoxide here
formed is thought to be very efficacious. The draughts must be
well secured from the air.]
Mr. DONOVAN.




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1371.          13 Ferri Oxidi Magnet. 3ss.
Potassse Bicarbon, 3j.
Make a powder, to be taken twice a day. [The bowels to be kept open
with the pills No. 1152.]
H. J.
1372.          R Ferri Oxidi Magnet. 3ss.
Magnesie Sulphatis, 3j ad 3ss.
Zingib. pulveris, gr. v.
Make a powder, to be taken twice a day.
H. J.
1373.          R Ferri Sesquioxidi,
Rhei pulveris, ana 3j.
Pulv. rad. Calumbse, Div.
Pulv. Zingiberis, Dij.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, three times a day.
In Tic Douloureux.-Dr. JoY.
1374.          R Ferri Sesquioxidi,
Confect. Aurantii, ana.j.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s.
Mix: make an electuary. A teaspoonful twice or three times a day.
In Neuralgia, &c. —Mr. BRANDE.
1375.         RI Ferri Sesquioxidi,
Pulv. Cinnam. comp. ana 3j.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make an electuary. A tablespoonful three times a day.
Dr. JoY.
13T6.         R1 Ferri Sesquioxidi, gr. x-xx.
Pulv. Aromatici, gr. v.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s.
Make a bolus, to be swallowed two or three times a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
1377.          R Ferri Sesquioxidi, Dss.
Pulv. Valerianse, 5ss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s. To form a bolus.
C(hlorosis, Hysteria, Chorea, &. —Mr. BRANDE.
1378.          R Ferri Sesquioxidi,
Extr. Conii, ana 3j.
Make into 24 pills. Two, twice a day.
In Fluor Albus and Scrofula.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1379.         R1 Ferri perox. hyd. 5ss.
Pulv. rad. Belladon. gr. iv.
Ext. Cichosii, 3iiss.
Mix, and divide into 100 pills. One to ten daily, during meals.
In Chlorosis, with Gastralgia.-TIoUSSEAU and REVEIL.
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250           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1380.          R Ferri Sesquiox.
Pulv. Calumbee,
Bismuthi Nit. aa 3iiss.
Mix, and divide into 20 powders. One night and morning during meals.
In Diarrhoea combined with Anemia.-TRoUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1381.          R Ferri Sulphatis,;j.
Sodse Subcarbon. gr. xxv.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. Dj.
Vini Aloes, f'ss.
Spir. Myristicme, f3iij.
Aquue destillates, f vij.
Mix: dose, f ss three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
1382.          Ic Ferri Sulphat. gr. xv.
Potas. Carbon. gr. xxv.
Aqus Rosee, f.viiss.
Syrupi Aurantii, f ss.
Make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In  Tic Douloureux, &c.-Mr. M'DONOUGH.
1383.          R Ferri Sulphat. gr. ij.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. gr. v.
Mlist. Gentianee comp. 3j.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
A  mild Tonic and Stimulant.-Dr. W. DUNCAN.
1384.          R Extr. Rhataniee, 3iiss.
Ferri Sesquiox. 3iiss.
Syrupi Tolutani, 5xvj.
Mix: take a spoonful from four to six times a day. (Shake before each
dose.)
In Blennorrhea, &c. —RICORD.
1385.          R Myrrhm pulv. 3j.
Ferri Sulphat. gr. iss.
Sodae Carbon. gr. iv.
Tinct. Croci, f3j,
Aquce Menthee pip. f iss.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
Dr. JoY.
1386.         13 Misturse Ferri comp. f iss.
Aque Cinnamomi, f ss.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
1387.          R Misturoe Ferri comp.
Decocti Aloes comp. ana oiv. Take fgj three times a day.
Jmmenagogue.-Dr. DRUITT.
1388.          R Mist. Ferri co.
Infus. Quassioe, aa ~vj.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls twice a day. (To restore the tone of the stomach,
after proper use of purges.)
In Atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.




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1389.          R Pil. Ferri comp.
Pil. Aloes curn Myrrha, ana 3j.
Mix: divide into 24 pills. Two or three, twice a day.
1390.          R Ferri Sul. cryst. 3iiss.
Reduce to a powder, and dry by a heat graduated to 104~ F.; then add
Potass. Carb. sicc. 3iiss.
Mellis deftec. gr. lxxv.
Mix, and divide into 50 pills. One to ten during the day.
In Anxemia.-BLAUTD.
1391.         R] Ferri Carbon. Saccharati, 5ss.
Pulveris Myrrhae, gr. xxiv.
Pulveris Aromatici, 3ss.
Mix: divide into twelve equal parts. One, three times a day.
In protracted Diarrhoea of Children. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1392.     P    R Ferri carb. cum Saccharo,
Soda Bicarbon. ana 3ss.
Bismuthi Nitratis, gr. v.
Make a powder, to be taken three times a day. [After bleeding, counter-irritants, and gentle salivation.]
In Cirrhosis of the Liver. —Dr. D. J. CORRIGAN.
1393.         IR Ferri Sulphatis exsic. 3ss.
Sacchari purificati, 3iij.
Acidi Tartarici, 3ss. Mix, and divide into 12 parts.
R Sodt Bicarbon. 3ij.
Sacchari purif. 3iij.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One of each to be dissolved in half
a glassful of water, then mixed, and drunk immediately.
2. Combinations of oxide of iron with the vegetable acids
and with lactic acid.
Ferri Acetas (liquidus), 4 to 24 minims.
Tinctura Ferri Acetatis, 30 to 60 minims.
Tinct. Ferri Acet. Eltherea, 5 to 20 minims.
Ferri Citras, Ferri Amtmonio-Citras, 4 to 8 grains.
Ferri et Quince Citras, 3 to 5 grains. Syrupuis, 1 to 2 drachms.
Ferri Lactas, 1 to 5 grains. Syrupus F. Lact., 2 to 4 drachms.
Ferri Malas impururm (Ext. Ferri Pomatum), 5 to 10 grains.
Ferri Tunas, 2 to 3 grains three times a day, gradually increasing the dose.
Ferri Valerianas, 1 or 2 grains.
Tinct. Ferri Aurantiaca, 30 to 40 minims.
Vinum Ferri, 1 to 4 drachms; children 10 to 60 minims.
Mistura Ferri Aromatica, 1 to 2 ounces.
1394.         lR Ferri Citratis, gr. xij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, f3iij.
Aque, f iiiss. Mix. Dose, f ss three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.




252           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1395.          R Ferri Citratis, 3ss.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3v.
Aquee fl. Aurantii, 3iij.
Mix: a teaspoonful in a wineglassful of water two or three times a day.
In Rickets, &c.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1396.      P       Ferri Ammonio-Citrat. 5j.
Aquse fl. Aurantii, fgviiss.
Syrupi simplicis, f'ss.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful every four hours.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1397.         iR Ferri Citratis, 3ij.
Acidi Citrici, 3ij.
Aqume destillatse, f viij. Make a mixture.
Pf Potassae Bicarbon. 3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, f j.
Aquas destillatae, f vij.
Make a mixture. Take two tablespoonfuls with an equal quantity of
the above mixture, three times a day.
In Amenorrhoea,       c.-Dr. E. RIGBY.
1398,          1 Ferri Citratis, 3ss.
Ammonite Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Tinct. Cardam. comp.
Syrupi simplicis, sing. f3iij.
Mix: give a sixth part three times a day.
In Debility, with Acidity and Flatulence.-Dr. DRUITT..399.          R Ferri Ammonio-Citr.
Ammonise Sesquicarbon. ana gr.v.
Aquae, gj.
Make a draught, to be taken every fourth hour. [The ulcers to be
touched with Acid. Nitric. Dilutum.]
In Stomatitis Ulcerosa.-Dr. F.. MACKENZIE.
1400.     BP Ferri Ammonio-Citr. 3iss.
Infusi Calumbe, f xj.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. f3vj.
Tinct. Lyttae, 3iiss. Mix: two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
Dr. G. BIRDo
140i1          R1 Ferri Ammonio-Citrat. gr. xvj.
Liq. Ammonite, f3ss.
-.yrupi, f3iij.
Misturme Camphorae, f vss.
Make,,a mixture.. A fourth part twice a day.
Sir B. BRODIE.
1402.          IR Ferri Ammonio-tart. 3j.
Aquae, f~vss.
Syrupi simpl. f ss. Mix: f, j three times a day.
In Albuminuria.-Dr. C. LEES.




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1403.          1 Ferri Ammonio-tart 3ij.
Aqise destillat.e, fgvj.
Syrupi Hemedesmi, f ij.
Make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1404.          P Ferri Ammonio-tart. 3ss-3j.
Infusi Rhei, f3xij.
Infusi Aurantii comp. fgviiss.
Potas. Bicarb. f3ij.
Spir. Amrnon. Arom. 3iv. Mix: a sixth part twice a day.
H-I. J.
1405.          1 Ferri Ammonio-tartr. 3ss.
Decocti Aloes comp. 3ivss.
Aque, f ivss.
Spir. Ammon. Arom. f3iv.
Liq. Potassse, f3ij. Mix: a sixth part twice a day.
H. J.
1406.          1 Ferri Potassio-tartr. gr. vj.
Pulv. Cinnamomi comp. gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder, to be taken three times a day.
As a Tonic for Children.-Dr. G.          REGORY.
1407.          1 Ferri Potassio-tartr. Dss.
Pulv. Calumbse, gr. xij.
Pulv. Aromatici, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder, to be taken three times a day.
Dr. JoY.
1408.         1c Ferri Potassio-tartr. gr. ij.
Pulv. Aromatici, gr. iss.
Sacchari albi, gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder, to be taken three or four times a day.
As a Tonic for Children.-Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL,
1409.          1 Ferri Pot.-tart.
Potassii Iodidi, iaa 3iiss.
Aque Cinnamomi, f3iiss.
Syrupi, 3xvj.
Aqume: 5ij.
Dissolve the salts in the water; add the syrup, and shake the phial.
Two to six tablespoonfuls every day.
In  Scrofula with Chlorosis.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1410.          1 Vini Ferri, f3ij.
Infusi Gentianse comp. f iss.
Tinct. Cinnamomi comp. f3j. Make a draught.
Dr. G. CLARK.
1411.         1R Vini Ferri, fss.
Tinct. Aloes comp. f3vj.
Tinct. Castorei, f3ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful in a wineglassful of infusion of chamomile flowers,
three times a day.
Emmenagogue.-Dr. JoY,




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1412.          1R Vini Ferri, f iss.
Spir. AEtheris comp.,ss.
Mix: a teaspoonful three times a day in water.
In Dysmenorrhoea.-'Dr. LococK.
1413.       P      Ferri Malatis, 3j.
Aquze destil. 3xij. Make a solution. Dose, f3j.
Tonic.-SPIELMAN.
1414.          R  Tinct. Ferri Aurantiace, kiss.
Syrupi Hemedesmi, f ss. Mix. Dose, f3j.
Mr. GORE.
1415.          ix Misture Ferri Aromaticae, f viij.
Spir. Ammon. Aromat. f3ij.
Potasse Bicarbon. 3iss.
Rhei pulveris, ass. Mix: a tablespoonful twice a day.
H. J.
1416.          R Extr. Hyoscyam. 3ss.
Ferri Valerianat. 3j.
Mix: divide into 30 pills. One, three times a day.
In Chorea and NTeuralgia.-Dr. H. GREEN.
1417.          R Ferri Valerianatis, gr. xij.
Olei Sabinue, Mr xij.
Mannse, q. s. Make 6 pills. One, three times a day.
In Chorea, and other Nervous Disorders.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1418..R Ferri Lactatis, 3j.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, 3j.
Mellis, q. s.
To form 40 pills: from one to six to be taken daily.
In Debility and Indigestion.-M. TROUSSEAU.
3. Compounds of oxide of iron with nitric, phosphoric, and
sulphuric acid: compounds of iron with chlorine.
Ferri Pernitratis Liquor, D., 5 to 30 minims. KERR'S weaker Sol., 20 to 60.
Ferri Phosphas, 5 to 10 grains.
Ferri Biphosphas (Dr. ROUTH'S), 1 or 2 grains twice a day.
Syrupi Ferri Biphosphatis, 12 to 24 minims.
Ferri Sulphas, 1 to 5 grains.
Ferri et Alumince Bisulphas (Sir JAMES MURRAY'S), 6 to 10 grains.
Ferri et Ammonice Sulpho-tartras (AIKIN'S), 1 to 6 grains.
Ferri Chloridum, 1 to 4 grains in the day.
Tinctura Ferri Sesquichloridi, 10 to 30 minirs.
Tinct. Ferri Sesquichl. zEtherea, 5 to 20 minims.
Ferri Ammonio-chloridum, 3 to 15 grains.
Tinctura F. Ammonio-chloridi, 15 to 60 minims.




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1419.          1 Ferri Pernitratis Liquor. f3iij.
Syrupi simpl. f3v.
Aquae destillatse, fgiij.
Mix: a tablespoonful every six hours.
In Chronic Mucous Diarrhoea, Leucorrhoa, c.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1420.         I Ferri Subphosphatis, 3ss ad 3ij.
Potassoe (vel Sodae) pure, gr. iij.
Extracti Aloes, gr. iv.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, ass.
Albuminis Ovi, q. s.
Make 12 pills. Two every three or four hours.
In Cancer.-Mr. CARMICHAEL.
1421.         -R Ferri Phosphatis, gr. xxx.
Myrrhe pulveris; gr. xij.
Sacchari puri, gr. vj.
Mix: divide into 6 powders. One, morning and noon.
In Scrofulous Diseases of the Bones, in Children.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1422.          I Ferri Sulphatis exsic.
Extracti Gentianse, ana 3ss.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One or two, three times a day.
In Anwmia.-Dr. HOOPER.
1423.          R Ferri Sulphatis, gr. xij.
Myrrhme pulveris, 3ij.
Conf. Ros.e, q. s. Make 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Phthisis.-Dr. JoY.
1424.         1 Ferri Sulphatis, gr. vj.
Opii pulveris, gr. j.
Mucilag. q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One to be taken every third
hour.
In JBemratemesis.-Dr. GRAVES.
1425.          R Ferri Sulphatis, 3ss.
Ext. Gentianve, 3j.
Piper. Cayen. 3ij.
Olei Cassise, q. s.
Make 24 pills. Two, night and morning.
In weakness of Sight, with general debility.
Sir W. ADAMS.
1426.         R Ferri Sulph. gr. ij.
Pulv. Aloes, gr. j.
Pulv. Aromat. gr. v.
Miix: make 2 pills. To be taken three times a day.
In Gastrodynia (following meals).-Dr. ABERCROMBIE.




256           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1427.      1       Ferri Sulphatis exsic. 3j.
Pilulke Aloes cum Myrrlih, 3j.
Olei Rutoe, 1njvj.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 24 pills. Two, twice a day.
In Chlorosis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1428.          R Ferri Sulphatis, Dj.
Extracti Cinchonse, 3j.
Divide into 20 pills. One, three times a day.
As a tonic in Scrofulous habits. —Mr. BRANDE.
1429.!    I Ferri Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Acidi Sulp. diluti, gutt. x.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Aquse f j. Mix: f3j three or four times a day.
In the advanced stage of Cholera Infantum.
Dr. CHAPMAN.
1430.          R Ferri Sulphatis, gr. xij.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. f3j.
Tinct. Cardamomi comp. f ss.
Infusi Rose, comp. f vss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls two or three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
1431.          R Ferri Sulphatis, ij.
Aqum Cinnamomi,
Aquoe destillate, ana vviij. f ij twice a day.
In  Worms.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
1432.         ]. Ferri Sulphatis, gr. xvj ad 3ss.
Magnes. Sulphatis, 3vj ad 3ix.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. f3iv.
Infusi Gentianse comp. f.viij.
Mix: a tablespoonful, twice a day, in water.
H. J.
1433.          R Ferri Sulphatis, gr. vj ad xij.
Magnesise Sulphat. 3j-vj.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. f3j.
Infusi Aurantii comp. f xij.
Mix: a sixth part twice a day.
H. J.
1434.          R Ferri Sulphatis,
Quinse Disulphatis,
Extr. Anthemidis, ana 3j.
Olei Anthemidis, gutt. vj.
Mix: make 20 pills. One, three times a day.
Dr. GOLDING BIRD.
1435.          R Ferri Sulphatis, 3ij-iij.
Acidi Nitrici, 3iij.
Rub up together for a quarter of an hour, and add by degrees
Aquse destil. f iss. Mix. Dose, five to twelve drops.
Mr. TYSON.




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1436.          1 Ferri et Aluminse Bisulphat. gr. v.
Aquas Cinnamomi, f iss.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken every second or third hour. [The
dose of the salt may be gradually increased to Dss.]
In Diarrhoea, with Debility.-Sir JAMES MURRAY.
1437.         R Ferri Protochloridi, gr. xij.
Pulv. rad. GentianRe, 3j.
Mix: and divide into 12 pills. From one to four to be taken daily.
In Scrofu lous.Eruptions.-BIETT.
1438.         R Tinct. Ferri Sesquichlor. f3ij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, ~j.
Aquae, f vij.
Mix: two spoonfuls two or three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
1439.          R Tinct. Ferri Sesquichlor. nlixij.
Aqua tepide, hiss.
Make a draught. Repeat every fourth of an hour until nausea supervenes, or the urine flows.
In Retention of Urine, and Dysuria.-DR. JOY.
1440.     P    f Tincturae Ferri Sesquichlor. 1Tv.
Infusi Quassise,
Aqune Cinnam. ana f.vj.
Tinct. Calumbh, f5j.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken morning and noon.
In Atonic _Dyspepsia.-Mr. BRANDE.
1441.         P Tinct. Ferri Sesquichlor. 1txx.
Infusi Qaassie,.j. M[ake a draught.
In Hematuria.-Dr. G. JOHNSON.
1442.         R Tinct. Ferri Sesquichl.
Tinct. Cantharidis, ana f3ij.
Tinct. Capsici, f3j.
Syrupi Croci, f3iij.
Aqume Menthbe, f5vj.
Two spoonfuls two or three times a day. [After proper local and general treatment.]
lIn Acne Rosacea.-Dr. BURGESS.
1443.         R Tinct. Ferri Sesquichlor. fss.
Infusi Quassiae, f~xiij.
Tinct. Calumbhe, f iss.
Magnes. Sulphatis, ij. Mix: a wineglassful every morning.
In Impetigo, in the Old and Debilitated. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1444.        BP Tinct. Ferri Sesquichl. f ss.
Aque, 3viij. Make an enema.
For Asearides. —Dr. DARWALL.




258           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1445.          P~ Ferri Ammonio-chloridi, 3iij.
Mucilag. q. s. Mix: and divide into 60 pills.
1446.         RL Ferri Ammonio-chloridi, 3j.
Aloes pulv. 5ss.
Extracti Gentianse, 3ss.
Mix: and divide into 30 pills. Two, three times a day.
Tonic and Aperient.-Dr. JOY.
1447.         R1 Ferri Ammonio-chlor. 3iss.
Extr. Conii, 3j.
Pulv. Capsici, 3ss.
Extr. Aconiti, gr. iv.
Camphorse rasce, gr. xv.
Extr. Aloes purif. 3j.
Syrupi, q. s.
Rub up well together, and divide into 48 pills. Three, three or four
times a day.
In Cancer.-Dr. COPLAND.
1448.          R Tinct. Ferri Ammonio-chl.
Tinct. Humuli, ana 3ss.
Misturse Camphorse, f iss.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day. Every night, going to bed,
take a 5-grain pill Pil. Coloc. et Hyos. (Colocynth and hyoscyamus.)
In Indigestion, with Sluggish Bowels, and Nervous Irritation.
Sir H. HALFORD.
1449.         PJ Infusi Quassie, f.~ss.
Tinct. Ferri Ammonio-chlor. f3ss.
Ammonise Sesquicarb. gr. vj.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3j.
Aquae destillatas, f3vij.
Make a draught, to be taken two or three times a day.
For Hysterical Women.-Sir B. BRODIE.
4. Compounds of Iron        with   bromine, iodine, cyanogen,
sulphur.
Ferri Bromidum, 1 to 4 grains.
Ferri lodidum, 1 to 5 grains.
Syrupus Ferri lodidi, 12 to 60 minims; Dr. THOMSON'S, 20 to 60 minims.
Ferri lodidum Saccharatum, 6 to 24 grains.
Pilulce Ferri lodidi (U. S.), 1 to 2 pills; LESLIE'S, 1 to 3 pills.
Ferri Percyanidum, 2 to 6 grains.
Ferri Protosulphuretum; freely, as an antidote to corrosive sublimate.
Ferr i Persulphuretum; for the same.
Syrupus Ferri Sulphureti, CAZENAVE'S, - an ounce.




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1450.          R Bromidi Ferri, ass.
G. Acacise pulv. 3j.
Confec. Rosoe, gr. x.
Mix correctly, and make 20 pills. Two, morning and evening.
In Scrofula, Hypertrophy of the Heart, and as an Emmenagogue.
MAGENDIE.
1451.          R Ferri Bromidi, 3j.
Ext. Glycyrrhizae, q. s.
Make 60 pills. One or two, morning and evening.
In Scrofula, _IHypertrophy of Womb, ~c.-WERNECK.
1452.        1R Ferri Bromidi, 3j.
Syrupi fl. Aurantii, f ss.
Aqu.e fl. Aurantii, f.iss.
Mix: make a solution. A teaspoonful every six hours, in a wineglassful of bitter infusion.
In Secondary Syphilis, wit/h Debility, and in Anwemia.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1453.          R Ferri Iodidi, gr. xv (vel Syr. F. Iod. f3iij).
Tinct. Calunmbe, f j.
Aqua destillatce, f vij.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls two or three times a day.
In Chlorosis in Strumous Hlabits.-Dr. ASHWELL.
1454.         P! Ferri Iodidi, gr. ij.
Ext. Glycyrrhize, gr. iij.
Make a pill, to be taken every night.
In Amenorrhoea, &c.-Dr. E. RIGBY.
1455.          Jf Syr. Ferri lodidi, f3j. (THOMsoN's?)
Olei MorrhuTc, 3iij.
Aqune, q. s.,
To make a draught, to be taken two or three times a day.
In Chronic Gout and Rheumatism, in exsanguineous habits.
Dr. H. W. FULLER.
1456.          I Syr. Ferri lod. (THOMSON'S), fsj. (or Rtxxxvj. L.)
Acidi Nitrici, mt iij.
Tinct. Rosse (SQIRE's), f3j.
Infus. Aurantii comp. f iss. Make a draught.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1457.         R Syrupi Ferri Iodidi, f3ij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, fgj.
Aqua destillats, f v. Dose, f ss three times a day.
Dr. R. M'GREGOR.
1458.         R Ferri Percyanidi, gr. xv.
Extracti Valerianae, gr. xlv.
Make 24 pills. One, three times a day, with infusion of Valerian.
In Chorea.-M. FAIVRE D'ESSNANS.




260           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1459.         R Ferri Percyanidi, gr. iij.
Syrupi, f j.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
In Clorea and Epilepsy.-Dr. JoY.
1460.          R Ferri Percyanidi,
Pulv. Guaiaci, ana 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, three times a day.
In Intermittents.-ELLIS.
1461.         R Ferri Percyanidi pulv. gr. v.
Mucilaginis, 5ij.
Aquse, ij. Make an enema, to be used daily.
For Asearides of the Rectum.
5. For external use.
1462.         R Ferri Sulphatis,.j.
Aqule destillatm, f xvj.
Make a lotion. To be applied by compresses, renewed every two or three
hours.
In _Erysipelas.-Prof. VELPEAU.
1463.         R Ferri Sulphatis, 3ij.
Adipis, gj.
In iErysipelas.
1464.         R Ferri Sulphat 3j.
Aquoe destillat,,viij. A lotion.
For Sore Nipples. —Dr. UNDERWOOD.
1465.        1e Ferri Phosphatis, 3ij.
Ferri Arseniatis, 3ss.
Ung. Cetacei, 3vj. Make an ointment.
[Mr. CARMICHAEL.
1466.         ] Ferri Limat. gr. xv.
iodinii, gr. xv.
Aquse destil..vj. Boil together, strain, and add
Syrupi Acacia, 3j. Make an injection.
In Gonorrhoea.-M. TROUSSEAU.
1467.         R Ferri Phosphatis, 3iv.
Pulv. Conii, 3ij.
Mix: to be sprinkled on the surface of the sore.
In Open Cancers.-Dr. R. REECE.
1468.         Rc Ferri lodidi, 3j.
Adipis,,j. Mix.
PIERQUIN.
FICI.    Figs.
Figs, the fruit of Ficus Carica (Nat. Ord. Moraeee), are
nutritive, demulcent, and     somewhat laxative.       Externally,




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boiled in milk or toasted, they are applied to gum-boils to
promote suppuration. Figs are ingredients in decoctum hordei
compositum, and confectio sennoe.
1469.         1 Rad. Altham, ~j.
Ficorum, No. ij vel iij.
Aqume, Oij.
Boil to a pint, and strain. Make an emollient gargle.
In Inflammatory Sore Throat, Pevers, &e.-Dr. BUCIHAN.
FILIX    MAS.     Male Fern.
The root (rhizome) and buds of Nephrodium Filix Mas (Nat.
Ord. Filicales) are anthelnintie, and especially successful in
expelling the tape-worm.     The rhizome should be collected in
September, the buds in May.
Dose of the freshly powdered root, from one to three drachms;
of Tinctura Filicis   Etherea, one to two drachms; Extractum
vel Oleum Rilicis (obtained by evaporating an oetherial tincture
of the buds or roots), ten to thirty grains; Decoctum     Filicis,
four ounces.
1470.         R Decocti Filicis, giv.,Ettheris Sulphurici, 3j.
Make a draught: to be taken in the morning, and afterward, without
delay, inject the following enema: Decocti filicis, fax, JEtheris, f3j.
After an hour, administer 01. Ricini, f ij.
In Tape-worm.-BOUDIER.
1471.         R Pulv. rad. Filicis, 3iij.
Divide into three doses. Write: one powder to be taken every hour
stirred up in tea; taking between each dose two tablespoonfuls of
castor oil. Solid food to be abstained from for some days previously.
In Tape-worm.-Dr. WAURIUCH.
1472.         R Olei Filicis Manris, lxxx.
Mist. Amygdala, foij.
Make an emulsion, and divide into two equal portions. Take one,
going to bed, and the other, the morning following. [An active
cathartic to be given in four hours after the second dose, if it do
not purge.]
Dr. NELI(AN.
1473.         P Extr. Filicis rad. (per JEth.) 3j.
Pulv. radicis Filicis, q. s.
To form 8 boluses. The patient having dined on broth only on the
previous day, let him take in the morning, fasting, two boluses
every quarter of an hour; and two hours after the last dose let him
take two ounces of syrup of aether, and two hours later an emulsion
with three (query two) drops of croton oil.




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1474.        R Extr. ~Eth. Filicis Maris, 3ss.
Mellis Rosse, ass.
Take half on going to bed, the other half in the morning, fasting. [To
be followed by a cathartic.]
Dr. DUNGLISON.
FRAXINUS.      Ash.
The bark of Fraxinus excelsior, the common ash, has been
used as a substitute for cinchona in larger doses; and the leaves
have been proposed as a substitute for senna. More recently
the leaves have been highly commended for the cure of rheumatism, rheumatic gout, &c. For the latter purpose, a drachm
of the leaves, gathered in June, and carefully dried and pulverized, is infused in a pint of boiling water till cold, and
strained. Of this infusion a teacupful may be taken twice a day.
As a puZrgative, half an ounce is infused for a dose.
FUCUS.
For Fucus Crispus, Irish Moss, see CHONDRUS CRISPUS.
Fucus Vesiculosus, bladder sea-wrack, was formerly used in
goitre, and in scrofulous affections.  Prepared in the same
manner as burnt sponge, it was given in (oses of five or ten
grains, sometimes increased to sixty. The fresh fucus, bruised,
is applied to scrofulous tumors.
Fucus (Gigartina) Helminthocortos, Corsican Moss, is given
to expel worms, especially lumbrici. Mr. Farr thought it useful
in cancer.
Dose of Ptdlvis HIelminthocorti, twenty to sixty grains; Decoctum, one to two ounces; Infusum, a wineglassful; Gelatina,
a drachm or more.
1475.       I Helminthocorti, iss. Boil with
Aquae puree, ~vj, and strain.
Collature, liv. Add
Mellis despumati, ~j. Two spoonfuls morning and evening.
In TWorms. —SCHUBARTH.
FULIGO LIGNI.       Wood-soot.  FULIGOKALL.
The use of wood-soot is nearly obsolete in this country, but
it seems to be a favorite remedy with some practitioners on the
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it is given in hysterical affections, chronic rheumatism, catarrh
of the bladder, &c.   Externally, it is applied for the cure of
itch and various skin diseases, and to cancers. In chronic
eruptions, the crusts should first be removed by emollient applications, &c.  It has also been recommended as an application to burns.
Fuligokali is prepared from wood-soot in a similar manner
to Anthrakokali, and is prescribed in similar cases and doses.
Mr. E. Wilson finds it useful in psoriasis palmaris.
1476.         R Tinct. Fuliginis, fgss.
Misturae Camphora cum Magnesia, flss.
Syrupi Aurantii,,j.
Make a mixture: an ounce every hour until the spasms abate.
In Hysteria.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1477.        P1 Fulig. ligni, 3j ad 3iiss.
Coffiee tostae, 3iiss.
Aquse ferventis, ij.
Macerate for an hour, strain, and add
Syr. Absinthii comp. 3x. To be taken in four doses.
To destroy Lurmbriei.-M. TROUssEAU.
1478.         R Fuliginis ligni, gr. xxx.
Pil. Assafcetida comp..j.
Olei Valeriane, Prx.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Two, three times a day.
In Hysteric Neuralgia of Females. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1479.        15 Extr. Fuliginis Aquosi, gr. iv.
Make a pill, to be given three or four times a day.
In Catarrh of the Bladder.-RADIUS.
1480.         I Fulig. ligni depur. ~ij.
Aquae, lbj.
Coque per sex sexagess. Filter through paper. The injection to be
used twice a day.
In Catarrh of the Bladder.
1481.          e Fulig. ligni, 3j.
Adipis,,ij. Make an ointment.
In cFavus and Alopecia.-Dr. BURGESS.
1482.         ~ Fulig. ligni,
Adipis, ana,ss.
Extr. Belladonnse, 3j. Mix thoroughly.
Applied on Lint to Cancers.-BLAUD.
1483.         1 Fulig. ligni, 5j.
Aquae,,v.
Boil for a quarter of an hour, and strain. Make an enema.
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1484.        R Fuligokali, gr. xv-xxx.
Adipis, -j. Rub up together, and make an ointment.
In Obstinate Cutaneous Affections.-GIBERT.
FUMARIA.       Fumitory.
Fumitory, Fumaria officinalis (Nat. Ord. Fumariacee), is
little used; yet most valuable therapeutic properties have been
attributed to it.  It has been used in jaundice, diseases of the
eyes, scorbutic complaints, and severe chronic affections of the
skin.  Cullen found it useful in lepra, as well as in less intractable cutaneous diseases.
Dose of the Pulvis Fumarixe, ten to forty grains; Extractum,
five to twenty grains; Tinctura, one or two drachnms; Succus,
two ounces.
1485.       IR Fumaria sic. manip. j.
Rad. Taraxaci, jj.
Rad. GlycyrrhizaS, ass.
Aqu.e, Oij.
Boil to one pint, and strain. A cupful to be taken two or three times
a day.
In Obstinate Cutaneous Diseases.-Dr. T. CASTLE.
1486.        R Tinct. Fumarias, 3vj.
Sode Bicarbon. 3iij.
listurse Camphora, f.7vj.
Two spoonfuls three times a day.
In Indigestion, with Nervousness.-Dr.. R. REECE.
GALBANUM.
This fetid gum  is the concrete juice of an undetermined
plant; as a medicine it may be regarded as intermediate between ammoniacum and assafoetida.   Internally, it is taken as
a stimulant, expectorant, and antispasmodic. Externally, it is
applied to promote suppuration, and soften induration.
Dose, five to twenty grains; but rarely alone.  It is conjoined with aloes and chalybeates, in amenorrhoea, and sluggish
bowels; with expectorants, in chronic affections of the chest;
and with other fetids, in hysterical and spasmodical complaints.
Dose of Pil. Galbani compositwe, ten to twenty grains; Tinct.
Galbani, one drachm to one and a half.




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1487.         IP Pil. Galbani comp.
Pil. Ferri compos. ana 3j.
Make 24 pills. One, twice a day.
R. J. C.
1488.         1~ Pil. Galbani comp.
Pulv. Zingiberis, ana gr. ij.
Pil. Rhei comp. gr. v.
Olei Anthemidis, lj.
Make 2 pills, to be taken going to bed.
In Indigestion, with Flatulence. —Dr. G. GREGORY.
1489.        RI Galbani, 3ij.
Aceti Scillae,
Aqu-e Fceniculi, ana f ij.
Liq. Ammonise acet. f3ij.
AEtheris Nitrici, f3j.
Syrupi Althbee, f ss
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful three or four times a day.
In Hutmid Asthma.-JAHN.
1490.         R Ferri Sulphatis,
Potassae Sulphatis, ana 3j.
Galbani,
Assafcetidas, ana 3iss.
Ext. Gentianae, 3ij.
Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, 3iij.
Theriacse, q. s.
Beat into a mass, and divide into 150 pills. Two or three, two or three
times a day.
In Chlorosis, with Anxmia and Pcapitation. —Dr. COPLAND.
1491.         I~ Emplas. Galbani, 5iij.
Camphorse, 3ss.
Opii pulv. )j.
01. Carui, gtt. xx. Make a plaster.
In Tormina in Infants.-Dr. R. REECE.
1492.          R Tinct. Galbani,
Tinct. Castorei,
Spir. Ammonise Arom.
Tinct. Aloes comp. ana ass.
Mix: two teaspoonfuls twice a day in ginger tea.
In Nervous Irritation, with Indigestion.-Dr. LUKE.
[For other Prescriptions, see No. 264, p. 66; No. 271, p.
67; No. 1149, p. 209.]
GALIUM APARINE. GALIUM VERUM.
The juice and decoction of common cleavers or goose-grass,
Galium   Aparine (Nat. Ord. Rubiacee), have long been used
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266         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
as an aperient, diuretic, and antiscorbutic remedy, especially
in the treatment of dropsy, scrofula, scorbutic eruptions, congestion of the spleen, &c. The fresh herb mixed with lard is
applied to glandular and scrofulous swellings, and to ameliorate
the condition of cancerous and foul ulcers.
The dose of the expressed juice is four ounces, three times a
day. Recently its use has been revived as a remedy for cutaneous diseases in the following form:
1493.        R Galii Aparinis, manip. ampl. j.
Aque, Oij.
Boil for a third of an hour, and strain. Half a pint to be taken three
times a day.
In Lepra. —Dr. WINN.
The juice and decoction of Galium verum, yellow ladies
bedstraw, is also a popular remedy for hysterical complaints
and epilepsy; externally, it is applied to scrofulous sores.
1494.       R Galii veri, 3ij.
Aquae ferventis, Oi;s.
Macerate, and strain. A wineglassful to be taken frequently, warm.
In Cerebral Affections. —CHAUSSIER.
GALLIE. Nutgalls. ACIDUM       GALLICUM, ET ACIDUM
TANNICUM.
Galls are excrescences found on the Dyer's Oak, Quercus
infectoria (Nat. Ord. Corylaceee). They are powerfully astringent, in consequence of the large quantity of tannin they contain; but are not much employed as an internal remedy.
Externally, in infusion or decoction, galls are used in astringent gargles, lotions, and injections; and ointments prepared
with finely pulverized galls are much used as an application to
piles.
Dose of Puilvis Gallt, eight to sixteen or twenty grains;
Tinetura Galle, one to two drachms; Infusum Gallee, half an
ounce to, one and a half.   Unguentumn Gallw, Ung. Galle
comp., Ung. Galle et Opii are used almost exclusively as
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1495.         Pf Infusi Gallae, f iv.
Cretae praep.,ss.
Tinct. Opii, f3ss.
P. Gum. Acaciae, 3j.
Mix: a tablespoonful every two hours.
ELLIS.
1496.         R Tinct. Gallse, fgss.
Mist. Amygdalse, f~iss.
Mist. Acaciae, f ss.
Aque fontis, f v.
Mix: a tablespoonful after each liquid evacuation.
In Colliquative Diarrhoea.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1497.        R Gallse pulv. 3j.
Camphorme, 3ss.
Tinct. Opii, f3ij.
Cerati, ~j. Make an ointment.
In Piles. —Dr. HOOPER.
1498.        R Morphiae, gr. ij.
Olei Olivae, f3ij. Rub up together, and add
Ung. Zinci, 7j.
Pulv. Galle, 3j. Mix.
In painful Hemorrhoids.-Dr. PARIS.
1499.        R Galle pulv. 3j.
Cupri Sulphatis, 9j.
Adipis, ~j.
For Ring-worm of the Scalp.-(AN INDIAN REMEDY.)
I500.       iB Pulv. Gallse,?ij.
Aqua ferventis, Oj. Macerate for half an hour, and strain.
As an Astringent Gcargle, Lotion, or Injection.-TADDEI.
Gallic Acid, Acidum Gallicum; and Tannic Acid, or Tannin, Acidum Tannicurn, are obtained from    galls, and are now
very generally employed in the same cases as the galls themselves.   They are powerfully astringent, and efficacious in
arresting hemorrhages and other discharges.      Tannic acid is
the more powerful topical astringent, and is therefore preferred to restrain hemorrhages from   the stomach and bowels,
as also in gargles, lotions, and injections. But it is doubtful
whether it is taken into the circulation, except so far as it may
be converted into gallic acid. The latter is preferred as a
remote astringent, in uterine hamorrhage, hoemoptysis, haematuria, &c.
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tonic and peptic, and in chronic fluxes, two or three grains of
tannic acid is sufficient; in urgent diseases, as hbemorrhage
from the stomach or bowels, from five to ten grains.     To children in rickets, half a grain to one grain. In cases of chylous
urine, Dr. B. Jones gives as much as twenty grains of gallic
acid three times a day.
1501.         R Acidi Gallici, ij.
Morphiae Hydrochlor. gr. j.
Mist. Acacie, q. s.
Make 16 pills. One, going to bed. [To be increased to two pills if
necessary.]
In Night Sweats of Phthisis.-J. H.
1502.        B1 Acidi Gallici,.ss.
Infusi Aurantii comp. 3xij.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken every sixth hour.
In Albuminuria.-Mr. SAMPSON.
1503.         i Acidi Gallici, gr. vij.
Pulv. Acacias, gr. iv.
Make a powder, to be taken three times a day.
Dr. G. BIRD.
1504.         R Acidi Gallici, 3ij.
Syrupi, fsij.
Aquae destillatae, f viij.
Mix. Dose, a sixth portion, every three or four hours.
In Passive Haemorrhcage.-Dr. DRUITT..1505.        R Acidi Gallici, 3j.
Mucil. Acaciae, f3ij.
Aquae destillate, f iiiss.
Syrupi Rhoeados, f3ij.
TlMake a mixture: an ounce every two or three hours.
In Haemorrhage from the Kidneys or Bladder. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1506.          IR Acidi Tannici, gr. xij.
Conf. Rosse, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One every six hours.
In Colliquative Sweating and Diarrhcea of Phthisis.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1507.        1R Acidi Tannici, 5ss.
Confect. Rose, q. s. Make 18 pills. One every hour.
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1508.          1l Acidi Tannici, gr. xv.
Extr. Rhatanise, ass.
Syrupi, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 20 pills. From one to ten to be taken
daily in
Colliquative Sweats, Chronic Diarrhoea, Hxemorrhages, c.
TROUSSEAU.
1509.          R Acidi Tannici, Dj.
Spir. Vini Gallici, ass.
Misturae Camphore, f vss. Mix: make a gargle.
In Salivation, Spongy Gums, and Relaxed Throat.
Dr. DRUITT.
1510.          R Acidi Tannici, gr. xxxij.
Aquas destillatse, f viij. Make an injection.
In Obstinate Blennorrhoea.-BERAL.
1511.         RI Acidi Tannici, 3j.
Mastiches, 3j.
Spir. /Ether. Sulph. 3iss.
Make a solution. To be introduced on cotton into a hollow tooth.
In  Toothache.
1512.          R Acidi Tannici, gr. ij.
Ung. Cerse, 3j.
Mix: to be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil.
In Pemphigus G-angrenosus.
1513.          R Acidi Tannici, Dj.
Adipis prasp. 3j. Make an ointment.
In Porrigo Scutulata.-CAZENAVE.
1514.          B Acidi Tannici, 5j.
Hydr. Sulphur. cum Sulphure, 3j.
Ung. Zinci, ~ij.
Cerati Plumbi comp. 3ij.
CUTANEOUS HOSPITAL.
1515.          l Acidi Tannici, gr. iv-xij.
Cerati Galeni (cold cream), 5j. Make an ointment.
In Chronic _Ezcema.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1516.          1 Acidi Tannici, gr. viij.
Carbon. Plumbi, gr. xij.
Cerati Galeni, 3j. Mix.
1517.         lR Acidi Tannici, 3ss.
Tinct. Opii, f3ij.
Aquse destillatse, f viij.
Mix: make a gargle. To be used frequently.
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GAMBOGIA.    See CAMBOGIA.
GELATINA. GLUTEN ANIMALE.
Animal Jelly (either in the form of the finest commercial
glue, or of size, or of purified gelatine) is used in emollient
baths; or, to diminish the acrimony of saline and sulphurous
baths.
Animal gluten is one of the numerous medicines which has
had its short-lived day as a fashionable remedy for intermittent
fevers.
Purified gelatine, isinglass, and calves'-foot jelly are much
used as articles of diet for the sick, but are seldom met with
in prescriptions.
The quantity of glue or purified gelatine for a bath is from
twelve to twenty-four ounces; it should be dissolved by heat
in a quart of water, and the solution added to the bath.
1518.'    i Gelatinse purif. 3xij.
Aquse, Oij.
Boil for a quarter of an hour, and add the solution to a bath.
Dr. BURGESS.
1519.        R Gelatinii prsep. (patent size), lbvj.
Aquse (caloris gradu 75~ ad 92~ F.) Cong. xxx.
In Skin Diseases. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1520.        R Glutinis Anim. albi, Ibij.
Aquse tepidse, lbvj. Dissolve, and add
Potassii Sulphureti, ~iv. To be poured into the bath.
In Scrofula and OGfot.-DUPUYTREN.
1521.        R Glutinis opt. (Flanders' Glue), lbj.
Sodii Chloridi, lbj.
Aquae ferventis, q. s. Make a solution: for a bath.
MIALHE.
GENTIANA.       GENTIANINA.       Gentian and Gentianine.
The dried root of Gentiana lutea (Nat. Ord. Gentianacee)
is one of the most frequently prescribed of the vegetable bitter
tonics.  Besides its use as a stomachic and general tonic in
dyspepsia, "unconnected with inordinate irritability of the
stomach," and in states of exhaustion from chronic diseases,
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and also as a remedy for gout.       Externally, the powder is
sprinkled on sloughing ulcers.
Dose of Pulvis Gentianee, ten to thirty grains; Extractum
Gentiane, five to twenty grains; Infusum       Gentianne, one to
two ounces; Mistura Gentianwe comp., one to two ounces;
Tinct. Gent. comp., one to two drachms; Vinum          Gentiance,
three to eight drachms; Gentianina (a mixed substance), one
to three grains.
1522.        IB Infusi Gentianae comp. f3ix.
Tinct. Gentianse comp. f3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
As a Tonic.-Dr. PARIS.
1523.         R Infusi Gentianm co. f iij.
Aqua Cinnamomi, f j.
Soda Bicarbon. Dij.
Make a mixture: one-fourth part, morning and noon.
In Dyspepsia, with Acidity. —Dr. JoY.
1524.         I Magnesife Carbonat. 3j.
Infusi Gentianms comp.
AquT Cinnamomi, ana f3vj.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken before dinner, and on going to bed.
In Dyspepsia, with Acidity.-Mr. BRANDE.
1525.         R Inf. Gentianae comp. fPv.
Tinct. Cardam. comp. 3j.
Sode Subcarb. 3ss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two spoonfuls morning and noon.
In Indigestion.-Dr. MATON.
1526.!3 Inf. Rosae. comp.
Inf. Gentianaz comp. ana f3vj.
Tinct. Gentiana comp. f3j.
Acidi Sulphurici dil. nlx.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
In Dyspepsia with Nausea, &c.-Mr. BRANDE.
1527.         R Tinct. Gentianme comp. f iss.
Tinct. Zingiberis. f3j.
Tinct. Camphoroe comp. 3ij.
Quinem Sulphatis, gr. xv.
Make a solution. A teaspoonful three times a day, in a little toast
water.
In Chronic Dysentery and Diarrtoea of hot climates.
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1528.          R Infus. Gentianse comp. fgvss.
Ferri Sulphatis, gr. iv.
Magnesise Sulphatis, 3j.
Acidi Sulphurici diluti, 3ss.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Tinct. Aurantii, f3iss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
In Asthenic Palpitation. —    Dr. G. GREGORY.
1529.          R Inf. Gentianse comp. 3iss.
Vini Ferri, gij.
Spir. Lavand. comp. 3j.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
In Relaxed Stomach and Anorexia. —Dr. HUGH SMITH.
1530.         RL Infusi Gentianse comp..vij.
Spir. Cinnamomi, jj.
Acidi Sulphur. diluti, MTxx.
Three spoonfuls, one or two hours before dinner.
Dr. PEARSON.
1531.         lR Inf. Gentianse comp. f3ix.
Tinct. Senne comp. f3ij.
Potassse Tartratis, 3j.
Syr. Zingiberis, f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
Dr. PARIS.
1532.          R Extr. Gentianae,
Ammon. Sesquicarb. ana 3j.
Mix: make 30 pills. Two, two or three times a day.
In Obstinate Heartburn in Gtouty Habits. —Mr. BRANDE.
1533.         R Extr. Gentianae,
Aloes purif. ana 3j.
Saponis Castil. 3iss.
Mix, and divide into 36 pills. One to three, as occasion may require.
A  Stomachic Laxative.-Dr. COPLAND.
1534.         R Extr. Gentianse, gr. xlviij.
Olei Carui, gutt. vj.
Mix, and make 12 pills. One, once a day, an hour before dinner.
J. B. M.
1535.          R Gentianse, gr. vj.
Conf. Rosse, q. s.
Make 6 pills. One or two for a dose.
MAGENDIE.
GEOFFROYA.          Cabbage- Tree Bark.
This bark is derived from Geoffroya inermis, and sometimes
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acro-narcotic; and is only used to expel round worms.  Cold
water must be avoided during its operation; excessive sickness
and purging require to be relieved by warm water, afterward
a dose of castor oil, and lastly of opium.  Seldom prescribed.
Dose, in pozwder, ten to thirty grains; Extractum, three
grains; Decoctum, half ounce or ounce, for adults; half a
drachm to a drachm and a half for children.
GEUM. Avens,
Avens or Herb Bennet (Geeum Urbanum, Nat. Ord. Rosacede)
is astringent, tonic, and antiseptic.  It has been used as a
substitute for cinchona; in agues, a drachm of the powder
being given every two hours in the intermissions.  A wineglassful of an infusion, made with half an ounce of the root
to a pint of boiling water, is taken as a sudorific and tonic
in the latter stage of continued fevers, in diarrhceas and
dysenteries.
GLYCERINA.       Glycerin.
This liquid has the property of maintaining its moist state
when exposed to the air; and is used in lotions, &c. in various
skin diseases, where the object is to keep the surface in a
moist and soft state.
1536.       R Glycerinre, ss.
Aqute destillatoe, Oss. Make a lotion.
In Cutaneous Diseases, to keep the Skin moist.
Mr. STARTIN.
1537.       R Glycerinoe pu'ra, f3iv.
Boracis, 5ss ad 3j.
Aquse Rosoe, f viiss.
To Chapped Hands, Hc.-Mr. STARTIN.
1538.       R Sodae Carbonat. Dj.
Aque fl. Sambuci, f viiss.
Glycerinae, f ss.
To allay Itching in Eruptions of the Scalp.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1539.       R Glycerinse purse, f ij.
Misturse Amygdalae, f vj.
Aqum Rose, f viij. Make a lotion.
Dr. NELIGAN.




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1540.       PR Pulv. Tragacanthse, 3ij.
Aquoe Calcis, f iij.
Glycerinue purae, f j.
Aquae Rossa, f iij. Make a liniment.
In Superficial Buzrns, Excoriations, Chaps, &c.
1541.        l- Camphorae pulv. 3ss.
Glycerins purse, f3j.
Ung. Cerse albse, 3vij. Make an ointment.
To allay Itching. —Dr. NELIGAN
GLYCYRRHIZA.         Liquorice.
The root of Liquorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra (Nat. Ord.
Leguminose), is demulcent and pectoral; and is used in
catarrhal complaints, and in irritations of the mucous membrane of the bowels and urinary passages.  The foreign extract
(Spanish or Italian Juice) is a popular remedy for coughs.
Extractum Glycyrrhize, L., D., and E., is a purer preparation;
its chief use is as an excipient for pills; or as an adjunct to
nauseous, especially aloetic, medicines. The root and extract
are also added to decoctions of acrimonious substances, to
lessen their acrimony. As a pectoral, decoctum glycyrrhizae is
taken by wineglassfuls in the above cases.
1542.        l~ Extr. GlycyrrhizEe, j.
Potasse Carbon. 3iij.
Croci, 3ss.
Aquae ferventis, Oij.
Macerate over night, and strain. A little to be taken frequently.
In Catarrh. —Dr. T. FULLER.
1543.        R Pulv. Extr. Glycyrrhizze,
Pulv. Acacie, ana 3ij.
Aquas ferventis, f iv. Dissolve, and add
Vini Antim. Potassio-tart. f3ij.
Tinct. Opii, Yxxx.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful to be taken occasionally.
In Catarrhal Affections. —Dr. WooD.
GRANATUM.        Pomegranate.
The rind of the fruit of the pomegranate (Punica Granatum, Nat. Ord. Jyrtacee) is astringent, and has been used in
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but more frequently in gargles, and as an injection for leucorrhoea.   It has also been given in intermittents.
The bark of the root (Radix Granati) is used for expelling
tape-worm.     For this a wineglassful of the decoction is taken
every two hours, till a pint is taken.      Strict diet should precede its use; and if it should not operate, a dose of castor oil
is to be given.
Dose of Pulvis cort. fr. granati, twenty to thirty grains.
1544.         l3 Granati fr. cort.,ss.
Lactis Vaccinm rec. lbiv.
Mix: boil down to lbij. Three tablespoonfuls every three hours.
In Chronic Diiarrhoea. —Dr. HOOPER.
1545.         A Extr. Alcoh. rad. Granati, 3vj.
Aqume Menthae,
Aqua flor. Tilia3,
Succi Limon. ana 5ij. A fourth part every four hours.
To expel Tape-worms. —DESLANDES.
1546.!R Ext. Granati corticis Alcoholici, 3vj.
Syrupi sue. Limon.
Aquas Menth. sat.
Aqua flor. Tila, 5a 3ij. Mix: a tablespoonful for a dose.
For Tape-worms. —TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1547.          R Pulv. cort. rad. Granati,,ss.
Divide into 6 powders. One every half hour until the third dose is
taken.
In Tape-worm.
1548.          R Decocti cort. rad. Granati, lbj.
Syrupi Zinrgiberis, ~j.
A third part every half hour, until three doses are taken; beginning
early in the morning. [The bowels should be previously cleared
by castor oil.]
In Tape-worm. —Dr. JoY.
1549.          R Decocti fruct. Granati, fvij.
Mellis Boracis, f j. For a gargle, to be used frequently.
In Aphlthous Ulceration of the Mouth and Fauces.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1550.        1I Granati fr. cort. 3iij.
Aquxe, Oij. Boil to a pint and a half, strain, and add
Aluminis, 3iss.
Make an injection, to be injected two or three times a day.
In Leucorrhoa. —Dr. R. REECE.




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GUAIACI LIGNUM. GUAIACUM. Guaiacum                wood, and
resin.
The shavings of guaiacum wood or lignum vitse (Guaiacum
officinale, Nat. Ord. Zygophyllacee) are alterative and sudorific. It is given in the form of decoction, in scrofula, chronic
cutaneous diseases, chronic rheumatism and gout, and in syphilitic diseases.
Dose of Decoctum Guaiaci, two to four ounces; the wood is
also an ingredient in Dec. Sarsse compositum, and in various
forms of diet-drink; and in Aqua Calcis composita, D. 1807,
the dose of which is the same as the decoction.
Guaiacum, or Guaiacum resin, is obtained from the wood of
the tree. It is stimulant and diaphoretic, diuretic and cathartic.
It is also regarded as emmenagogue. But it is principally used
as a remedy for chronic rheumatism.
Dose of Guaiacum, ten to twenty grains; Miistura Guaiaci,
from one to three tablespoonfuls, two or three times a day;
Tincturc  Guaiaci, and Tinct. Guaiaci composita (Ammoniata,
E.), one to two drachms; n Extractun   G~uaiaci ligni, ten to
thirty grains.
1551.        R Pulv. Guaiaci, 3iv.
Mucilag. Acaciae,
Syrupi simpl. ana 3j.
Aquge Cassis, jvj. Mix: two spoonfuls three times a day.
In Cynanche Tonsillaris. —Dr. MORRIS.
1552.        R Pulv. Guaiaci, gr. xv.
Mucil. Acaciae, f3j. Triturate together, and add
Potassse Nitratis, gr. v.
Aquae Cinnamomi, f3x.
Syrupi Papaveris, f3ss.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
_In Chronic Rheumnatism.-Mr. BRANDE.
1553.        R Extr. Guaiaci ligni,
Extr. Sarsae alcohol. ana 3j.
Mix, and divide into 40 pills. To be gradually increased from two to
ten pills daily.
In Cutaneous Diseases,   c.o-M. TROUSSEAU.




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1554.          13 Guaiaci (res.) gr. x.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. gr. v.
Potassse Nitratis, gr. x.
Confect. Rosei, q. s.
Make a bolus, to be taken at bedtime.
In Chronic Rheumatism.-Dr. JoY.
1555.          R Guaiaci res. gr. xij.
Olei Sassafr. RLv.
Theriacoe, q. s.
Make a bolus, to be taken three or four times a day.
In Chronic Rheumatism, especially if of Syphilitic origin.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1556.         Jb Guaiaci (resinse),
Potas. Bitart. ana 3ss.
Mix well, and make a powder, to be taken at bedtime.
In Rheumatism, Ce.-WEICKARD.
1557.          R Pulv. Guaiaci, sss.
Pulv. Potassm Nitratis,.j.
Make a powder, to be taken at bedtime. [Some warm gruel to be taken
after it.]
In Rheumatism.-Dr. MONto.
1558.          R Guaiaci pulv. 3j.
Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. f ss.
Pulv. Acacise, 3ij.
Syrupi Croci, f ss.
Aquse pure, f v.
Make a mixture. A fourth part twice a day.
In Chronic Rheumatism. —Dr. HooPER.
1559.          R Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. f.j.
Mist. Acacise, f3iv.
Potas. Bicarbon. 3iij.
Tinct. Cinchonse, fgj.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, fqiv.
Syrupi Aurantii, fiv.
Decocti Cinchonse, f viiiss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
Dr. ROOTS.
1560.          R Tinct. Guaiaci Am. fij.
Misturer Camphore, f3vj.
Mist. Acacie,
Syrupi simp. ana f3j.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Rheumatism. —Dr. JoY.




278           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1561.          R Tinct. Guaiaci compositse,
Tinct. Humuli, ana f3ss.
Decocti Cinchonse Pallidae, f ij.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
Dr. DRUITT.
1562.          R Tinct, Guaiaci Ammon. f3ij.
Mucil. Gum. Tragacanthae, f3vj.
Triturate together, and add gradually
Misturas Amygdalm, f ij.
Make a mixture, to be taken during the day, in divided doses.
In Chronic Gout, Rheumatism, and Cutaneous Diseases.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1563.      P      Tinct. Guaiaci comp.
Mellis, ana 3j. Rub up together, and add
Aquae Pimentse, i3x.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
Mr. BRANDE.
1564.          1 Guaiaci pulv.
Magnesiae Calcin. ana gr. x.
Make a powder, to be taken as occasion may require, in a glass of water.
ln Rheumatic Pains.-Dr. E.         RIrGY.
1565.          R Guaiaci (vit. ovi s.) Dj.
Aque destillata, ~j.
Liq. Ammon. acet. f3ij.
Syrupi, 3j. Mix: make a draught.
In Rheumatism.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
1566.          R Pulv. Guaiaci,
Potassse Nitratis, ana 3j.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhme, gr. iij.
Opii pulveris, gr. ij.
Make a powder, and divide into four portions. One to be taken every
three hours in syrup or molasses.
in Rheumatism and Gout, after sufficient depletion.
Dr. WOOD (U. S.).
1567.          R Tinct. Guaiaci comp. f3j.
Tinct. Serpentarief, f3ss.
Mucilaginis, TLxx.
Decocti Mezerei, f3viss.
Dec. Dulcamarce, fj.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
In Psoriasis Guttata.      Dr. NELIGAN.
1568.          R Pulv. Guaiaci, 3ij.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Sulphuris subl. 3ij.
Potas. Nitratis, 3ij.
Syrupi Papaveris, q. s.
Make an electuary. Dose, half a drachm to a drachm.
In Chronic Rheumatism. —MID. HosP.




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1569.         R Guaiaci res. pulv. ~iv.
Potassm Carbon. 3iss.
Pimentae pulv. 3j.
Spir. tenuioris, f&xvj.
Digest for a few days, and strain. A teaspoonful to be taken three times
a day in milk or wine.
In Dysmenorrhoea, and Idiopathic Amenorrhoea.
Dr. DEWEES (U.S.).
1570.         R Guaiaci pulv. ~j.
Hydr. Bisulphureti rubri, 3vj.
Conservse Absinthii,
Cons. Rosai, ana ~j.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s. To form an electuary. Dose, 3j.
In Chronic Rheumatism.-Dr. DE VALLENGIN.
HIEMATOXYLON.           Logwood.
The shaved or rasped wood of Hiematoxylon Campechianum
(Nat. Ord. Leguminoswe) yields a decoction and extract which
are used in medicine as an unirritating astringent, in chronic
diarrhoea and dysentery, and in cholera infantumn.
Dose of Decoctum    Hwematoxyli, one to two fluid-ounces, or
two or three drachms for a child of two years old; of -Extraetumn Hematoxyli, ten to twenty grains.
1571.    P    ~ Ext. Hmematoxyli,.ss.
Misturse Cretae,
Aquac Cinnamomi, ana f3vj.
Make a draught, to be taken two or three times a day.
In Diarrhoea.-Mr. BRANDE.
1572.         1; Extr. H-ematoxyli, 3ss.
Aquce purae, f ij.
Tinct. Opii, lnij. Two drachms, three times a day.
In Chronic Diarrhoea.-Dr. PARIS.
1573.         R Decocti HIematoxyli, f~vj.
Tinct. Monesiae, f j.
Syrupi Aurantii, f j.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful after each liquid evacuation.
In Chronic Diarrhoea and Dysentery.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1574.         R Decocti Hematoxyli, f iv.
Vini rubri Lusitanici, f j.
Acidi Nitrici diluti, rrLx.
Tinct. Opii, qtv.
Mix: a dessertspoonful four times a day.
In Chronic Diarrhcea.-Dr. GRAVES.




280         THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1575.       1R Extr. HRematoxyli; 3j.
Decocti Cinchonee, f iij.
Aquae Cinnamomi,
Syrupi Aurantii, ana f ss.
Mix: a dessertspoonful every hour.
In Diarrhoea of 6Jildren.-Dr. URE.
1576.        1c Decocti Heematoxyli, f viij.
Aluminis pulv. 3ss. Make an astringent enema.
Dr. R. REECE.
HELENIUM. See INULA.
HELLEBORUS.
The root of Helleborus niger, or Christmas Rose (Nat. Ord.
Ranunculacese), is a hydragogue cathartic, and emmenagogue.
In over-doses it acts as an irritant poison.  The diseases in
which it has been recommended are, mania, hypochondriasis,
dropsy, epilepsy, apoplexy, amenorrhoea, cutaneous diseases,
&c. But it is now seldom prescribed.
Dose of Pulvis Hellebori nigri, five to ten grains; ]Extracturn
Hellebori, U. S., five to ten grains; Pilulx Tonicsc Bacheri,
one or two a day as a tonic, three or four as a drastic; Tinetura Hellebori nigri, a drachm twice a day.
Other species have been used in medicine. HELLEBORUS
F(ETIDUS, Bear's-foot, is given as a vermifuge, but requires
caution.
Dose of the powdered leaves, five to twenty grains, for a
child from three to six years old; or a fluid-ounce of a decoction
made by boiling a drachm of the dried leaves in eight ounces
of water. Syrupus Helleborifcetidi, a teaspoonful at bedtime.
Dr. Norwood, U. S., highly recommends HELLEBORUS VIRIDIS
as a remedy for typhus and typhoid fevers, typhoid pneumonia,
and in some convulsive diseases of children with febrile symptoms; but we are not aware that it is prescribed in this country.
1577.    P   R Tinct. Hellebori nigri, f3iss.
Infusi Sennae comp. f j., Syrupi Zingiberis, f3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken early in the morning.
In Mania, or Cephalalgia, with Torpid Bowels.
Dr. NELIGAN.




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1578.    P    } Extracti Hellebori Alkalini,
Extr. Jalapae Alkalini, ana 3ss.
Zingiberis pulv. gr. x.
Mix well, and divide into 15 pills. Three, once or twice a week.
In Melancholia.-Dr. R. REECE.
1579.         R Tinct. Hellebori nigri,
Tinct. Castorei,
Spir. zBtheris Nitrici, ana f3ij.
Mix: 30 minims three or four times a day as occasion may require.
In Melancholia. —Dr. E. J. CLARK.
1580.         R Syrupi Hellebori Foetidi,
Tinct. Rhei comp. ana 3j.
A teaspoonful at bedtime, to be repeated in the morning.
For Worms, in Children of two to six years old.-Dr. BISSETT.
HEMEDESMUS INDICUS.               Indian Sarsaparilla.
The root of this plant has been proposed as a substitute for
sarsaparilla; it has an aromatic odor, and contains a peculiar
volatilizable acid.  It is supposed to be useful in affections of
the mucous membrane generally, as well as to possess the
sudorific and alterative properties of sarsaparilla.
Dose of Decoctum Hemedesmi, a wineglassful two or three
times a day; of Syrupus Heemedesmi, one to two ounces; Infusum Hemedesmi (two ounces in a pint of aqua calcis for an
hour), a wineglassful three or four times a day.
1581.         R Liq. Potasse, f3ss to f3j.
Aquae fl. Aurantii, f ~j.
Syrupi Hemedesmi, f v.
Two tablespoonfuls three times a day in decoction of barley.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. H. BELLINAYE.
1582.         R Decocti Hordei comp. f x.
Syrupi Hemedesmi, f ij.
Make a mixture: two tablespoonfuls now and then.
In Inflammation of Mucous Membranes.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1583.         R Syrupi Hemedesmi, f iv.
Tincture Tolutanze, fgss.
Tinct. Camphorse comp. f3j.
Vini Ipecacuanhse, f3iij.
Aquae, f iij.
Make a mixture: a tablespoonful every second hour.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
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282        THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
HORDEUM.       Barley.
Pearled Barley (the decorticated seeds) is much used in
the form of Decoctum Hordei, and Dec. Hordei compositum,
as a mild demulcent and slightly nutritive drink, in catarrh,
febrile complaints, &c. Decoctum Hlalti and Extractumn Mialti
are considered more supporting, and have been given in chronic
affections of the chest, diseases of debility, &c.
HUMULUS. See LUPULUS.
HYDRARGYRUM.         Quicksilver.
The compounds of mercury are alterative, deobstruent,
cathartic, antiphlogistic, anthelmintic, and antisyphilitic. They
are all of them (with the exception, perhaps, of the sulphurets)
capable of inducing a state of mercurialism, of which salivation
is the prominent symptom. Their action requires to be carefully
watched.  Some of the preparations of mercury are corrosive
poisons; and most of them are capable of doing serious injury
when incautiously used.
Mercurials are supposed directly to promote the secretion
of bile, or its flow into the intestines. They increase the effect
of diuretics and diaphoretics. The following are the principal
preparations, and their doses:
Pilula Hydrargyri: as an alterative, three to five grains;
as a cathartic, eight to fifteen grains, but usually conjoined
with purgatives, or followed by them; as a sialogogue, five
grains three times a day, till the gums are affected, adding a
little opium, if necessary, to prevent the pills from acting on
the bowels.
Hydrargyrum cum Cretd, and Hydr. cum Magnesid: these
are mild preparations, yet capable of producing salivation by
their continued use. Dose, five to thirty grains; or two to five
grains for children. They are much employed in diseases of
children attended with deficient biliary secretion.
Hydrargyri Protoxidum   (nigrum, vel cinereum). Rarely
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it is given in infantile syphilis, cutaneous eruptions, and croup.
Dose, from one-eighth to half a grain.  The dose for an adult,
prepared according to Mr. Tyson's method, is from a quarter
of a grain to one grain.
IZydrargyri Deutoxidum  (Oxidurn rubrum). Dose, from
quarter of a grain to half a grain.  Rarely prescribed.
Hydrargyri Precipitatum  Nigrum (Hahnemann's soluble
mercury). From half a grain to a grain.
Hydrargyri Sulphuretum curn Sulp/hure (2Ethiops Mineral).
Alterative in skin diseases, scrofula, &c., and as a vermifuge.
Dose, five to forty grains.
Hydrargyri Sulphuretum: this is also alterative and vermifuge. Dose, from five to thirty grains. It is used in fumigations, to produce speedy salivation.
Hydrargyri Chloridum (Calomel). It is impossible to specify
here the cases in which this remedy is given, or the intentions
it is designed to effect. Dose, as an alterative, half a grain to
a grain, every or every other night; as an antiphlogistic, three
to five grains; as a cholagogue cathartic, three to six grains;
but as its operation is uncertain, it is usual to combine it with
vegetable purgatives, or to follow it with a draught of salts and
senna. In some cases, as in cholera, yellow fever, &c., calomel
has been given in scruple doses. Pilula Hydrargyri Chloridi
conmposita, five to ten grains; Pilulee Calomelanos et Opii, one
or two pills repeatedly.
Hydrargyri Bichloridum. Corrosive sublimate. A few grains
are sufficient to cause death. It is given as an alterative, in
lepra and other chronic cutaneous diseases, old ulcers, chronic
rheumatism, visceral diseases, and in syphilis. Dose, from onetwentieth or one-sixteenth of a grain to one-eighth, two or three
times a day. Liquor Hydrargyri Bichloridi, half a fluid-drachm
to two drachms.
Hydrargyri Ammonio-chloridum (white precipitate).  This
is for outward use only.
Hydrargyri Bromidumr (Sub-bromidum). A grain twice a
day.
Hydrargyri Perbromidtum; from one-twentieth to one-fourth
of a grain.




284         THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Hydrargyri Bicyanidum; one-sixteenth to one-eighth of a
grain.
Hydrargyri lodidum (flavum, ant viride); one to three grains.
Hydrcrgyri Biniodidum     (rubrurn); from  one-sixteenth to
one-eighth of a grain.
Hydrargyri Acetas; from one-sixth of a grain to one grain.
Hydrargyri Proto-nitras; one-tenth of a grain.
Hlydrargyri Phosphas; one-sixth to half a grain.
Hydrargyri Sulphasflavus; quarter to half a grain as an
alterative; as a rough emetic, two to four grains; one grain
with five of starch as an errhine.
ilydrargyri et Quinwe Chloridum; half a grain three times
a day as a sialogogue.
Potassii Tydrargyro-Iodidum (Dr. Channing, U. S.) is employed as the iodide. It is soluble in water, and given in doses
of one-twelfth to one-twentieth of a grain.
We shall arrange the prescriptions in the above order; except
that the external applications will be more conveniently placed
together at the end.
1584.       RE Pilulse Hydrargyri, 3j.
Divide into 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Syphilis, and Chronic Inflammation of the Liver.-Dr. JoY.
1585.        1 Pil. Hydrargyri,
Extracti Rhei, ana 3j.
Mix thoroughly, and divide into 30 pills. One, twice a day.
In Indigestion, with Confined Bowels, and Inactive Liver.
Mr. BRANDE.
1586.        R Pilule Hydrargyri, gr. x.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. gr. v.
4lix, and divide into 3 pills. One every four hours. Administer a
purgative enema.
In Jaundice, with tenderness of the Liver.-Dr. GRAVES.
15-87.    ]   c Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. iij.
Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iij.
Ipecac. pulveris, gr. j.
Make 2 pills, to be taken every night.
Dr. DRUITT.




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1588.             P Pil. Hydrarg. gr. ix.
Sodse Carbonatis, gr. vj.
Extr. Taraxaci, gr. xij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iij.
Mix: make 6 pills. One every second or third day, half an hour before
dinner.
In Pityriasis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1589.          R Pil. Hydrargyri,
Pil. Aloes compos. ana gr. xxiv.
Syr. Zingiberis, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. One every night at bedtime.
In Flatulent Indigestion, with Liver Derangement.
Dr. AINSLIE.
1590.          R Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. iij.
Pulv. Scilloe, gr. j.
Pulv. Digitalis, gr. j.
Make a pill, to be taken noon and evening.
In Ascites.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1591.          R Pil. Hydrargyri, 3j.
Ext. Coloc. comp. 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. Two every other night, or as occasion
requires.
Dr. JoY.
1592.          3 Pil. Hydrarg. gr. iij.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. ss-j.
Ext. Coloc. co. gr. ij.
Ext. Hyoscy. gr. ij.
Sapon. dur. gr. j.
Mix: make 2 pills, to be. taken at bedtime. [To be followed in the
morning by a draught of Senna and Taraxacum.]
In Duodenal Dyspepsia.-Dr. COPLAND.
1593.         13 Ung. Hydrarg. fort. 3j.
Pulv. Sarsce rad. 3j.
Mix, and divide into 40 pills. One, morning and evening. [To be afterward increased to four a day.]
In Secondary Syphilitic Affections.-M. CAZENAVE.
1594.          13 Ferri Sesquioxidi, 3j.
Hydrargyri, 3ij.
Conf. Rosoe rubr. 3iij.
Rub up together until the globules can no longer be distinguished.
Tonic, Alterative, and Sialogogue.-Dr. COLLIER.
1595.          1 Hydrarg. cum Creta, 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. comp. 3ij,
Magnesiae Carbon. 3ss.
Triturate well together. Four to six grains to be taken as a sedative
for children.
Dr. COPLAND.




286           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
1596.          R Hydrarg. cum CretA, 3ss.
Pulv. Cretse comp. 3j.
Pulv. Tragac. comp. 3ss.
Divide into 10 equal parts. One every fourth hour.
In Diarrhcea (for infants of four or six months old).-Dr. URE.
1597.          RI Hydr. cum Creta, 3ss.
Ipecac. pulveris, 3ss.
Rhei pulveris, 3ij.
Pulv. Cinnamomi comp. Dss.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 10 powders. One, two or three times a day.
As a Deobstruent, for Infants.-Dr. JoY.
1598.          R Hydrarg. cum Creta, gr. ij.
Rhei rad. pulv. gr. iv.
Pulv. Cinnam. comp. gr. j.
Make a powder, to be taken once a week. Give twice a day ten minims
of wine of iron in a little water.
In   oachexixe of Children.-Dr. OKES.
1599           R Hydrarg. cum Cret&, gr. vj.
Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr. ij.
Sacchari purificati, gr. xij. A fourth part every six hours.
In Aphthe of Infants.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1600.          B Hydr. cum Creta, gr. xij.
Pulv. Scammonii, gr. xij.
Carbonatis Sodae siccatae, gr. vj.
Pulv. Cinnamomi comp. gr. xij.
Mix: divide into 6 equal portions. One every morning.
Alterative and Cathartic for Children, and in Worms.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1601.          R Hydrargyri cum Cretea, 5j.
Olei Terebinthinse, f3j.
Pulv. Acacise, 3ss.
Aquse, f ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be taken every two hours.
In a form of Miasmatic Fever, of Children.
Dr. UPSHUR (U. S.).
1602.          H Hydrarg. Oxidi nigri (Tyson's), 3j.
Confect. Rosas, 3iij.
Pulv. Anthemidis, 3ss. Mix: as a substitute for Blue Pill.
Mr. TYSON.
1603.          3 Hydrarg. Precipit. nigri (Hahnemann's), 3ij.
Pulv. rad. Glycyrrhizs, 3ij.
Make 40 pills. One to be taken morning and night, to be afterward
increased to four a day.
In Syphilides.-M. CAZENAVE.




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1604.          1 Hydr. Oxidi rubri, gr. j.
Opii, tertiam grani partem,
Olei Caryophylli, n j.
Make a pill, to be taken at bedtime for a week.
Sialogogue.-JOHN HUNTER.
1605.          r Hydrargyri Chloridi, gr. x.
Scammon. pulveris,
Jalape pulv. ana 3j.
Succhari albi, 3ij. Mix, and divide into ten equal parts.
As a Purge for Children.-Mr. BRANDE.
1606.          R Hydrargyri Chloridi, 3ss.
Butyri recentis, q. s.
Make a bolus: to be placed at the root of the tongue.
In Apoplexy.-Dr. COPLAND.
1607.          R Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iij.
Pulv. Jacobi, gr. iij.
Extr. Coloc. comp. gr. iv.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. ij. Divide into 2 pills, for a dose.
Dr. JoY.
1608.          R Hydrargyri Chloridi, gr. iv.
Pulv. Antimonii comp. gr. viij.
Opii purificati, gr. j.
Mix, and divide into 4 pills. One every six hours with an effervescent
saline draught.
At the Commencement of Fevers.-Dr. G. GREGORY.
1609.          R Extracti Colocynthidis, 3ss.
Pulv. Scammonii, gj.
Hydr. Chloridi, gr. xij.
Mix: make 12 pills. Take one at night, as often as the bowels are
bound up.
Dr. PEREIRA.
1610.          R Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. ij.
Jalapse, gr. vj.
Pulv. Camphorse, gr. iij.
Pulv. Zingiberis, gr. vj.
Olei Cassia, gutt. ij.
Make a powder, to be taken once or twice a week in gruel.
In Dysmenorrhoea.-Dr. ASHWELL.
1611.         R3 Hydrargyri Chloridi, 3j.
Opii pulveris, gr. v.
Conf. Ros-e, q. s. Make 20 pills. One morning and night.
In Syphilitic Cases.-Dr. A. T. THoMsoN.




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1612.          B Hydrargyri Chloridi, gr. xij.
Pil. Gambogise comp.
Extr. Colocynth. comp. ana gr. xv.
Syr. Zingiberis, q. s.
Make 12 pills. Two at bedtime, as occasion requires.
In Obstinate Costiveness.-Dr. JOY.
1613.          1 Hydrarg. Chloridi,
Extr. Colchici acet.
Aloes purificatae, ana gr. j.
P. Ipecacuanha3, gr. ij.
Make a pill, to be taken every four hours. [After two or three pills
have been taken, give one or two doses of Decoct. Aloes compositum.]
In G(out.-Mr. A. WHITE.
1614.          R Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iv.
Extr. Colocynth. comp. gr. viij.
Make two pills, to be taken at bedtime.
R Mist. Gentianse comp. f3x.
Magnes. Sulphatis, 3iij.
Tinct. Jalapse, f3j.
Spir. Ammon. arom. f3ss.
Make a draught, to be taken in the morning.
In Torpidity of the Liver (in strong constitutions).
Dr. G. GREGORY.
1615.         R1 Hydrargyri Chloridi, gr. j.
Pulv. Digitalis, gr. ss.
P. Tragacanth. co. gr. vj.
Mix: make a powder. One every sixth hour, for a child of two or
three years old.
In Hydroeephalus.-Dr. URE.
1616.          R Hydrargyri Chloridi, gr. xij.
Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. xxiv.
Pulv. Scillse, gr. xxxvj. Mix, and divide into 12 pills.
Sir A. COOPER.
1617.         R Hydrargyri Bichloridi, gr. iv.
Opii purificati, gr. viij.
Extr. Guaiaci, 3ss.
Make 24 pills. One pill three times a day, with compound Decoction
of Sarsaparilla.
In Syphilis.-DUPUYTREN.
1618.         1R Hydrargyri Bichloridi, gr. iij.
Alcoholis, q. s. Dissolve, and add
Extracti Conii, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 60 pills. Six pills to be taken in the day, and the
quantity gradually increased to nine or ten.
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1619.          R Hydrargyri Bichloridi, gr. j.
Gluten. veg. recent. gr. xv. Rub together, and add
Pulv. Acacise, gr. iv.
Pulv. Althsea-, gr. viij.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. One, twice a day.
1620.          R Hydrargyri Bichloridi, gr. j.
Aquse destillate, Mlx. Rub up together, and add
Pulv. Digitalis, 3j.
Extr. Glycyrrhizae, 3ss.
Beat into a mass, and divide into 16 pills. One, twice a day after meals.
C. L.
1621.     P      Liq. Hydr. Bichloridi, f3j.
Tinct. Cinchona, f3j.
Aquas destillatae,.j.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
In Opacity of the Cornea.-Dr. J. C. HALL.
1622.         R Hydrarg. Bichloridi, gr. j.
Tinct. Opii, 3j.
P. Gum Acacia, 3iij.
Aquoe destillatce, vj.
Mix: a tablespoonful to be taken night and morning.
In Rheumatic Amaurosis.-LANGENBECK.
1.623.         1 Hydrargyri Bichloridi, gr. j.
Tinct. Rhei,
Tinct. Cinchona, ana f, j.
Mix: a teaspoonful to be taken twice a day.
Sir A. COOPER.
1624.          I Hydrargyri Bromidi (Per-bromidi), gr. ss.
Decoct. Dulcamaras, f viij.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls to be given three times a day.
In Obstinate Secondary Syp2hilitic Eruptions.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1625.         R Hydrargyri Cyanidi, gr. vj.
Opii pulv. Dss.
Mica panis, 3j.
Mellis, q. s.
Make 96 pills. One to be taken morning and evening.
M. PARENT.
1626.           IHydrargyri Cyanidi, gr. viij.
Aquse destillate, 3viij.
Dose, one or two drachms a day in milk and water, or gruel.
In the same cases as Liq. Hydr. Bichloridi.-M. PARENT.
1627.         R Hydrarg. Proto-iodidi, 3ss.
Extr. Lactucse, 3ij.
Extr. Guaiaci, 3j.
Extr. Sarsse, q. s.
Make 72 pills. One to be taken daily at first, afterward two.
M. BIETT.




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1628.          R Hydrarg. Protiodidi, gr. xv.
Ext. Opii Aquos. gr. iv.
Ext. Guaiaci, 5j.
Conf. Rosse, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 100 pills. One to four daily.
In Secondary and Tertiary Syphilis.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
1629.          R Hydrarg. Iodidi, 9j.
Aloes Socot.
Ferri Sulphat. exsic.
Myrrhat pulveris, ana 3ss.
Olei Sabinze, gutt. xx.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. One, three times a day.
In Amenorrhoea.-Dr. BARBOUR.
1630.          R Hydrarg. Iodidi Viridis, gr. ij.
Hydrarg. cum Creta, gr. xij.
Pulv. Aromatici, gr. ix.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One, every morning. [For a child of
two years old.]
In Cutaneous -Eruptions of Infancy and Childhood.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1631.          R Hydrarg. Iodidi, gr. j.
Extr. Juniperi, gr. xij.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizoe, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 8 pills. Begin with two, morning and evening;
afterward increase to three or four.
In Scrofula, with Syphilis.-M. BIETT.
1632.          R Hydrarg. Iodidi viridis, gr. iv.
Hydrarg. cum Creta, gr. xij.
Soda Carbon. exsic. gr. xij.
Pulv. Myrrh e, gr. vj.
Mucil, q. s. Make 12 pills. One to be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Impetigo. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1633.          I Hydrarg. Biniodidi, gr. j.
Extr. Glycyrrhize, gr. xxxij.
Mix thoroughly, and divide into 16. pills. One, night and morning.
In Syphilis.-Dr. JoY.
1634.; Hydrarg. Biniodidi (rubri), gr. j.
Extr. Sarsae,
Extr. Gentianae, ana Dj.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. One, three times a day.
In Psoriasis.-Dr. BURGESS.




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1635.         lP Hydrargyri Acetatis, 3ss.
Camphorae pulv. 3ss.
Opii pulveris, gr. xxx. [Dss Dr. JOY.]
Syrupi Papaveris, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 30 pills.  One, night and morning.
In Syphilis.-Mr. CARMICHAEL.
1636.         I3 Hydr. Acetatis,
Mannx,
Acacise pulv. ana Dj.
Aque Rosse, q. s. Make 20 pills. Three at bedtime.
In Syphilis.-IKEYSER.
1637.          R Hydrarg. Phosphatis, gr. j.
Opii pulveris, gr. j.
Antiru. Potassio-tartratis, gr. 4.
Make a pill, to be taken every night.
Dr. HUNT.
1638.          P Hydrargyri et Quinse Chloridi, gr. xv.
Opii pulveris, gr. vj.
Micr panis, q. s.
Mix well, and divide into 30 pills. One, three times a day.
As a Sialogogue.-Dr. HAMILTON.
EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS.
The following preparations for external use are contained in
the L., E., or D. pharmacopoeias:
Ungtuentum HyTdarcgyr'i.
Ceraltum IIydrargyri comepositunm.
Linimenturm Iyd'rar#yri.
Ernplastrum Hiydrargyri.
Ewnplastrum Ammnzoniaci curn Hydrargyro.
(These contain metallic mercury.)
Unguentug6   HydIclrargyri Nitrico-oxidi.
Unguentumz Hydrargyri Iodidi.
Unguentzurn  ydrargyri lodidi rubri.
Unguentum Hlydrargyri Amnrnonio-chloridi.
Unguentum IHydrargyri Nitratis.
Unguentumn Hydcrargyri Nitratis nitius.
Liquor Iydrargyri Pernitratis (D.).
Ointments.
1639.          R Ung. Hydrarg. fortioris, gj.
Rub a drachm of this ointment on the inside of the thigh, before the
fire, every night, until ptyalism is produced.
To produce Salivation, in Syphilis,        e        P. —Dr. PEREIRRA.
[To salivate children, spread diluted mercurial ointment on a flannel roller,
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convenience, whereas very few children recover to whom mercury is given internally.]
1640.          R Ung. Hydrarg. ~j.
Glycerinae, Sj.
Make an ointment.  Smear the ointment over the inflamed parts, and
over the sound parts beyond, twice in twenty-four hours.
In Erysipelas.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1641.          R Ung. Hydrarg. ~j.
Pulv. Amyli, 3ij.
Mix: make an ointment. To be smeared over the parts, and renewed as
it peels off.
To prevent Pitting in Small-pox.-Prof. BENNETT.
1642.          R Ung. Hydrarg. 3ij.
Ammonia Muriatis pulv. 3j. Mix well.
In Gtlandular Enlargements.-DUPUYTREN.
1643.         I~ Ung. Hydrarg. fort. gj.
Camphorae, 3ss.
Pulv. Opii, 5j.
Mix, and make an ointment. Rub into the affected side.
In Pleurisy.-Dr. BLAKISTON.
1644.          1t Hydrarg. cum Creta, 3ss.
Cerati Cetacei, nj. Make an ointment.
In Excoriations of the Anus.-Dr. QUAIN.
1645.          R I Hydrarg. Oxidi nigri, 3ss.
Adipis suilli, 3j. Mix thoroughly: make an ointment.
In Blennorrhcea of the Eyes.-BLASIUS.
1646.          R Hydrarg. Oxidi nigri,.j.
Adipis suilli, gxvj.
Subject to a temperature of 300~ to 320~ for an hour, stirring constantly;
then remove and stir till cold.
(As a substitute for Ung. Hydrargyri. But it seems still undetermined in
what state mercury penetrates the human skin.)
Mr. DONOVAN.
1647.          R Hydrarg. Binoxidi, 3ss.
Camphoris, gr. iv.
Axnngive, 3j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Papular Eruptions of the Face. —Dr. BURGESS.
1648.          I Hydrarg. Chloridi, 3j to 3j.
Adipis praeparati, ~j. Make an ointment.
In most Chronic Eruptions. —Dr. BURGESS.
1649.          B Hydrarg. Chloridi, Dss.
Adipis, Sj. Mix: make an ointment.
In Chronie Herpes Labialis.-Dr. NELIGAN




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1650.         R1 Hydrarg. Protiodidi, gr. xij-xxiv.
Axungize, 3j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Syphilitic Eruptions and Inveterate Scaly Diseases.
Dr. BURGESS.
1651.          Pe Hydrarg. Todidi, 3ij-Div.
Axungie, gij. Mix: make an ointment.
To old Venereal Sores and Scrofulous Ulcers.-M. LUGOL.
1652.         R Hydrarg. Biniodidi, gr. xij.
Axungise, j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Syphilitic Eruptions and Inveterate Scaly Diseases.
Dr. BURGESS.
1653.         R Hydrarg. Iodidi rubri, gr. xv.
Adipis, ass. Mix: make an ointment..
In Lupus.-BLASIUS.
1654.          R Hydrarg. Todidi rubri,.j.
Adipis, hiss. Mix: make an ointment.
To Venous Ulcerations.-M. BIETT.
1655.          R Hydrarg. Iodidi rnbri, gr. xv.
Adipis, 3ij.
Olei Bergamotse, gtt. x. Mix: make an ointment.
In Chronic Cutaneous Affections.-M. BIETT.
1656.          R Unguenti Hydrargyri Biniodidi, 3j.
Unguenti Picis liquide, 3vj. Mix.
In Porrigo Seutulata.-Mr. ERICHSEN.
1657.         13 Hydrarg. Iodidi rubri, in pulv. subtiliss. gr. s-.
Adipis, Dij.
Cere albTe, gr. ij. Mix: make an ointment.
As an Eye Salve.-KoPP.
1658          1R Hydrarg.. Protonit. 3j.
Axungise, j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Lepra and Psoriasis.-Dr. BURGESS.
1659.          R Unguenti Hydrarg. Nitratis, 3j.
Olei Amygdalce dulcis, 3vij.
Mix: make an ointment. To be used twice a day.
To Hiemorrhoids.-Mr. CoULSoN.
1660.         1 Hydrarg. Cyanidi, gr. xij (gr. xvij. BIETT).
Axungise,,j. Mix: make an ointment.
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Plasters.
1661.          } Unguenti Hydrarg. 3j.
Gum. Ammoniaci, 3vj.
Extracti Belladonna, 3iv.
Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. Tnlxxx.
(Make a mass with the Ammoniac, and extract with a little water; mix
the ointment and acid, and rub the whole together.)
As an application to Scirrhous and Serofulous Tumors.
1662.         1 Unguenti Hydrargfyri, 3j.
Olei Terebinthinm,
Camphorre, ana 5ij.
Cerati simplicis, ~j. Mix well, and make a plaster.
As a rubefacient application over the region of the Liver, when
blisters cannot be used.              Dr. ELLIS (U. S.).
Liniments.
1663.        R1 Unguenti Hydrargyri, 3iv.
Olei Amygdalae dulcis, 3vj.
Tincture Opii, 3iij.
Mix: make a liniment. To be used two or three times a day.
To Inflamed Ulcers of the Glans Penis.-ST. MARIE.
1664.         R Unguenti Hydrarg. Nitratis, 3iss.
Cerati simplicis, viiss.
Olei Olivse, 3v. Mix: make a liniment.
MANCHESTER INFIRMARY.
1665.         R Hydrarg. Acetatis, 3j.
Olei Olive, Vij.
Axungie, 3vj. Mix well, and make a liniment.
In lerpes.-VAN MONS.
1666.         1 Merc. Sublim. corros.
Camphorm, ana gr. xij.
Alum. crud.
Sach. Saturni, ana 3j. Mix by trituration, and add
Acet. concent. 3ij.
To this solution, poured in a glass vessel, add
AEtheris Sulph. 3j, and shake up. (Plenck's liniment.)
For Syphilitic Condylomnata.-Dr. FRICKE.
Lotions.
1667.      R- Hydrarg. Chlor. 3j.
Aqum Calcis, ~xij. Mix, to form a lotion. (Black wash.)
To Venereal Sores.
1668.          R Hydrarg. Chlor. 3j.
Liquoris Calcis, kvss.
Misturme Acacike, f ss. Mix, tb form a lotion.
To Indolent and Venereal Sores.-Dr. HOOPER.




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1669.          R Hydrarg. Bichloridi, gr. xv.
Liquoris Calcis, lbj. Mix: make a lotion. (Yellow wash.)
Externally to Syphilitic Sores.
1670.          R Hydrarg. Bichloridi, gr. ij..
Spiritus tenuioris, 3j. Mix: make a lotion.
To prevent Bed-sores.-Sir B. BRODIE.
1671.          R Hydrarg. Bichloridi. gr. j.
Mist. Amygdalae, Mvj. Mix: make a lotion.
To Irritable Eruptions, as Lichen.-Dr. JoY.
1672.          1 Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. j-iij.
Emuls. Amygd. amar. gvj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Favus. —GOWLAND.
1673.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. j.
Acid. Hydrocyan. 3j.
Emuls. Amygdalae, vj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Lichen.-Dr. BURGESS.
1674.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. ij.
Acidi Hydrocyan. 3ij.
Emuls. Amygd. amar.,x. Mix: make a lotion.
For Chronic Eruptions with Itching. —Dr. BURGESS.
1675.         RP Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. ij.
Acidi Muriatici, qTij.
Misture Camphorae, viij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Sycosis.-Dr. L. WRIGHT.
1676.          R Hydrarg. 3ss.
Acidi Nitrici, ~j. Dissolve, and add
Aque purs, lbiiss.
Mix: make a lotion. [Half an ounce to be applied every morning for
three weeks, or till the complaint is cured.]
In Psora and Prurigo.-Dr. JoY.
1677.          R Ung. Hydrarg. Nitrat. ~j.
Olei Coc. palmat. 3ij.
Liquoris Calcis, giij.
Mix: make a lotion. To be applied night and morning.
In Herpes of Children.-Mr. C. HOGG.
1678.      P      Hydrarg. deutobromidi, gr. vj.
Aquae destillats, Oj. Mix: make a lotion.
For Syphilitic Chancres.-WERNECK.
Collyria.
1679.             Hy Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. j.
Aquae destillatse, f viij. Make an eye-wash.
Mr. MACKENZIE.




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1680.         13 Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. ij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. x.
Aquae Rosoe, 3iv. Dissolve, and add
Mucilag. Cydonice, ass. Mix: make an eye-wash.
VAN MONS.
Injections.
1681.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. j.
Aqua destillatae, 3viij. Mix.
As an Injection in Gonorrhoea when the constitution is not very
irritable.                        Mr. BRANSBY COOPER.
1682.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. iv.
Aquae destillatae,.viij. Mix: make an injection.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. WALLACE.
1683.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. gr. iij.
Aquae Rosmarini,
Aquas destillata, ana giij. Dissolve.
To be used as an Injection in Fistula Lachrymalis. —BEER.
Gargles.
1684.         T1 Hydrarg. Cyanidi, 3ss.
Mellis Rosse,.j.
Decoc. Hordei, Oj. Mix: make a gargle.
BRERA.
1685.          R Hydrarg. Cyanidi,.ss.
Decoc. Lini, vel.
Decoc. Althaeae, Oj. Mix: make a gargle.
In Syphilitic Sore-throat.-M. PARENT.
Baths.
1686.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. 3ij.
Glycerinse, ij.
Aquae pluvialis (caloris grad. 900 F.) cong. xxx.
Dissolve, to make a mercurial bath.
In Syphilitic Eruptions.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1687.          R Hydrarg. Iodidi rubri, 3j.
Sodii Chioridi, 3ij.
Aque pluvialis (caloris grad. 96~ F.) cong. xxx.
Mix: make a bath.
In Obstinate Syphilitic Eruptions.-Dr. NELIGAN.
Caustic Applications.
1688.          R Hydrarg. Bicyanidi, gr. iij.
Aquve destillatae, 3j.
Mix: to be applied to the part repeatedly with a camel-hair pencil.
In Lupus.-M. CAZENAVE.




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1689.          1 Calomelanos, gr. cc.
Arsenici Oxidi albi, gr. j.
Mix thoroughly. A small quantity to be sprinkled over the surface in
Lupus.
DUPUYTREN.
1690.          R Hydrarg. Nitrat. acidae, 3ij.
Pulv. Tragacanth9e, q. s. To form a mass.
Caustic Paste for Cancer and Lupus.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1691.          Rl Hydrarg. Oxidi rubri,
Aluminis usti, ana 3ss.
Pulv. Sabinae, ij. Mix.
As an application to Whitlow, Condyloma, c.
1692.          R Cinnabaris,
Pulv. Sang. Draconis, aa  ss.
Pulv. Acid. Arsen. gr. xlv.
Mix accurately. (A powerful caustic, to be made into a paste with
water or saliva at the moment of being applied.)
In Lupus, Cancer, &c.-ROUSSELOT.
Powders for outward use.
1693.: Calomelanos,
Pulv. Sacchari, ana 3ss.
Pulv. Opii, gr. x. Mix. To be blown into the eye.
In  Ulcers of the Cornea.-RADIUS.
1694.          R Hydrarg. Bichlor. 3j.
Oxidi Zinci, 3j.
Pulv. Amyli Ind.,j.
Mix. The part, previously well cleaned, to be repeatedly dusted with the
powder.
For Ill-conditioned Ulcers, Eczema, &c.-Dr. KELLY (U. S.).
1695.          R Hydrarg. Oxidi Nitrici,
Amyli, ana 3ss.
Sacchari purl, ~j.
Mix well, by rubbing together, and form a subtile powder. To be blown
into the eye three or four times a day.
In Thickening of the Cornea.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1696.          R Hydrarg. Sulphatis, gr. j.
Pulv. Asarabaccae, 3iss.
Mix, and divide into 8 powders. One to be used as an errhine twice a
day.
In GuStta Serena and Ozsena.-Dr. ELLIS.
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298          THE   BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Fumigations.
1697.        i HIydrarg. Sulphureti rubri, ass.
Pulv. Olibani, 3ij.
Mix: to be thrown on a red-hot iron, and the diseased parts (only) exposed to the fumes.
In Herpes and Venereal Pustules.-FoY.
1698.           Hydrarg. Protonitratis, gr. xv.
Aque destillatse, 3vj.
Acidi Nitrici, gr. xv.
Dissolve. (Soak in this solution a piece of white blotting-paper, eight
inches by six in size; dry, and fold into a cigarette; several times
a day breathe gently into the bronchi eight or ten mouthfuls of the
smoke.).n Syphilitic Infeetions of the Pharynx and Larynx.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
HYOSCYAMUS.
The leaves and seeds of the common Henbane (Hyoscyamus
niger, Nat. Ord. Solanacex) are employed for their narcotic
properties.  There are two cultivated kinds, the biennial and
the annual, the former being supposed to possess the most:activity.  The plant should be gathered when in full flower;
the seeds collected when ripe. These are more active than the
leaves, but are not so much employed.      Hyoscyamus allays
(pain, and subdues nervous excitement.   It rarely tends to produce sleep, except indirectly, nor does it confine the bowels,
like opium.   In large doses it causes delirium, coma, and
death. It is used in irritable affections of the lungs, bowels,
and other organs; as a general sedative in cases where opium
is objected to on account of its stimulant or constipating effect;
and externally as an anodyne.
The dose of the powdered leaves is from three to ten grains.
Of the juice of the fresh plant, expressed and preserved, from
half a drachm to one drachm.
Tincturs Hyoscyami, 3ss-3ij.
Extracturn Hyoscyami, gr. iij-x.
Pilula Ilyoscyami et Zinci (Paris Codex), gr. iij-x.
Cataplasma, Enplastrum, and Oleum Hyoscyami are intended for external use'
1699.         R Extr. Hyoscyami. gr. iij.
Extr. Conii, gr. ij.
Mix:.make a pill. To be taken at bedtime.
Dr. JOY.




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1700.          R Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iv.
Calomelanos, gr. j.
Mix: make a pill. To be taken every night.
Dr. JoY.
1701.          R Extr. Hyoscyami,
Extr. Conii,
Extr. Papaveris, sing. 3j. Mix: divide into 12 pills.
Dr. DRUITT.
1702.         R Extr. Hyoscyami,
Camphorc,
Lupulins, ana gr. iij.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken at bedtime.
In Simple Watchfulness.-Dr. STEWARD.
1703.         13 Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xij.
Camphore, gr. vj.
Spirit. rectif. rLij.
Rub together, and divide into 6 pills. Two every night.
Anodyne and Soporific.-Dr. JoY.
1704.         1 Extr. Hyoscyami,
Sodce Carbonatis exsic. ana gr. v.
Olei Juniperi, tiij.
Mix: divide into 3 pills. To be taken at bedtime.
In Red Gravel.-Mr. BRANDE.
f705.         ]3 Camphore,
Ammon. Sesquicarb, ana gr. iij.
Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr. j.
Extr. HIyoscyami, gr. iv.
Mucilag. q. s. To form 3 pills. Dose, one or two.
Antispasm   odic.-Mr. SAVORY.
1706.         R Opii, gr. iij.
Extr. Hyoscyami,
Extr. Conii, ana gr. xv.
Rub together to form a mass, to be divided into 6 pills, of which one
may be taken disguised in starch, every night, to produce sleep.
Dr. PARIS.
1707.        RB Opii crudi in pulv. subtiliss. 3ss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3iiss.
Saponis duri,
Iridis flor. pulv. ana 3j.
Rub up, and form a mass, to be divided into 60 equal parts. (Ten gr.
of the mass contain one gr. of opium, and five of the extract of
henbane.)
Anodyne.-Dr. COPLAND.




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1708.          R Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. ij.
Ext. Gentianse, gr. ij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. -.
Ext. Stramon. gr. 2.
Mix: make a pill, to be administered half an hour after taking food.
For Painful Indigestion.-Dr. Ross.
1709.          R Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xv.
Ext. Stramonii, gr. iv.
Ext. Humuli, 3j.
Morph. Sulph. gr. iss.
Mix: divide into 30 pills. One every half hour until the pain is mitigated.
In Painful Affections, where full doses of opium        are contraindicated.                               Dr. H. GREEN.
1710.          1 Pulv. Ipecac. gr. viij.
Pil. Coloc. Co. Diiss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Fellis tauri inspiss. 9j.
Rub together, and divide the mass into 24 pills, of which take one, two,
or three, for a dose.
Anodyno-aperient.-Dr. COPLAND.
1711.          R Camphorre, 3ss.
Spirit. rectif. q. s. Pulverize, by rubbing.
Sodme Carbon. 3iss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, Dij.
Saponis duri, 3j.
Olei Juniperi, rLxxx.
Pulv. Irid. flor. q. s.
To make a mass, to be divided into 30 pills. Three, night and morning,
with infusion of linseed, or decoction of marshmallow, as an ordinary drink.
In Acute Bronchitis.-Dr. COPLAND.
1712.          1 Succi Hyoscyami, 5ss.
Mist. Camphorae, 3j.
Syrup. Rhceados, 3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at bedtime, and to be repeated at
alternate hours, if it does not produce sleep.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1713.          R Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. x.
Vini Antimonii, 3ij.
Mix: dose, 10 drops three or four times a day to an infant with hooping-cough.
Mr. SAVORY.
1714.         1R Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iv.
Tinct. Scillse, Lrx.
Acidi Nit. wlvj.
Aque, 3x.
Mix: make a draught, to be repeated in three hours.
In Spasmodic Asthma.-Dr. GREGORY.




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1715.         1~ Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iij-v.
Tinct. Scillae, Mlix-xij.
Spirit. Anisi, 3iss.
Aqua Anisi, iiss.
Acidi Nitrici, mlviij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every three or four hours, while
the paroxysms of dyspnoea are urgent.
Dr. COPLAND.
1716.         ~ Tinct. Scille, nlviij.
Acid. Nit. dil. rLvj.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. v.
Syrup. Papaveris, 3j.
Aque, 3iss.
Make a draught, to be taken two or three times a day.
In Coughs.-Dr. PARIS.
1717.          R Tinct. Scille, RLx.
Acid. Nit. dil. nLvj.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iij.
Mist. Camphorar, kiss. Mix: make a draught.
During the Fit of Asthma.
1718.     P    f Tinct. Hyoscyami, rLxxx.
Aque Cinnamomi, j.
Syrupi simplicis, ss. Mix: make an anodyne draught.
Dr. HOOPER.
1719.          R Tinct. Hyoscyami,
Spir. Ammou. Arom. ana nltxx.
Mist. Gentiante Co..j.
Mix: make a draught. Three times a day.
In Phosphaturia.
1720.          R Emuls. Amygdale, giss.
Potassae Nitratis, gr. v.
Tinct. Camph. Co. 3j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Mix: make a draught. Take at night.
In Troublesome Cough.
1721.         R Acidi Sulph. dil.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, ana 3iss.
Tinct. Digitalis, 3j.
Liq. Ammon. Acet.
Aquas, ana liv.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Nervousness.-Dr. HOOPER.
1722.         1x Quine Disulph. gr. iss.
Acid. Sulph. dil. 3j.
Tinct. Digitalis, gtt. xx.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3j.
Syrup. Papaveris, gss.
Aquze fontane, liv.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every fourth hour.
In the Fever of Phthisis. —Dr. GRAVES.




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1723.        R Inf. Aurant. Comp. 3x.
Spir. Menth. vir. 3j.
Liq. Potasse, gtt. x.
Magnes. Carb. Dj.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Extr. Humuli, gr. viij.
Syrup. Zingib. 3j. Mix: make a draught.
To prevent Vomiting.-Dr. COPLAND.
1724.        R Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Saponis albi, 3ij.
Lini Olei, 3vj. Mix: make a liniment.
In G'landular Swellings.-DUPUYTREN.
1725.        1 Foliorum Hyoscyami,
Fol. Stramonii,
Fol. Dulcamare,
Fol. Sambuci, each, a handful.
AxungiLs, lbij.
Heat together until all moisture is evaporated, and strain the ointment.
As an A2plication to Frost-Bites and Chilblains. —SPIELMAN.
IBERIS AMARA.         Bitter Candy Tuft.
The seeds of this plant have been lately recommended in
cases of hydrothorax, cardiac hypertrophy, and dropsical disorders, as also in bronchitis. In large doses they are found
to cause excessive nausea, giddiness, and diarrhoea.
1726.   P     ~ P. Iberis amarae sem. gr. xij.
Potassxe bitart. 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, twice a day. (The dose of Iberis
may be gradually increased to gr. iv, except when it produces nausea
or giddiness.)
In Asthma, Bronchitis, Hydrothorax, c.-Dr. SYLVESTER.
ICHTHYOCOLLA.          Isinglass.
Isinglass consists of the swimming bladder of various species
of sturgeon (Acipenser) which inhabit the seas of Russia and
other parts of the world.  The part being extracted from the
fish, it is either simply dried, or dried and cut up into shreds.
By boiling these a very pure gelatine is extracted, which is
useful in diet, and employed in medicine for its demulcent
properties.




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1727.         R Ichthyocolle, gij.
Aque, lbij. Boil to lbj; strain, and add
Lactis vaccini, lbij.
Sacchari, ~j.
Mix. (A wineglassful frequently, as a demulcent and nutritive for
delicate persons.)
Dr. HOOPER.
INDIGUM. Indigo.
Indigo is a blue dye obtained from  several species of -ndigofera (Nat. Ord. Leguminose) by allowing the plants to ferment in vats of water.   It is used in medicine as an antispasmodic, having been particularly recommended in the treatment
of epilepsy.  Dose of the powder, one scruple two or three
times a day, gradually increased to a drachm at a time.
Pulvis Indigi compositus (Radius), in doses of one drachm
three times a day in epilepsy.
1728.            Indigofere disperm. gj.
Syrupi simp. ~ij.
Mix: make an electuary. Half a teaspoonful every night and morning.
(The dose may be gradually increased until three or four drachms
of Indigo are taken in a day.)
In Idiopathic E2pilepsy.-Dr. JoY.
1729.        R Indigo pulv. subtiliss. 3ss,
Pulv. Aromat. gr. v.
Mix: make a powder. Four times a day.
-I68PITAL DE LA CHARITE.
1730.         t Indigo pulv. (aqua guttis nonnullis subacti), 3ij-iv.
Pulv. Aromat. 3ss.
Syrupi simp.,j. Mix: make an electuary. Dose, 3j to 3ij.
In Epilepsy, Hysteria, and Chorea.-PHCEBUS.
1731.          P Pulv. Indigi, gr. lxxv.
Assafcetide, gr. xv.
Castoris, gr. vij.
MIix: divide into 20 pills. One every hour.
PODRECA.
INULA.
Elecampane is the root of Inula felenium (lat. Ord. CompositeT).  It is dried, and cut into slices of a grayish-yellow
color, which have a bitter pungent taste, and aromatic odor.
It is tonic and expectorant, and is chiefly employed in cases of




304          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
chronic catarrh, and in combination with other medicines. The
dose of the powder, which is rarely given alone, is from a scruple
to two drachms. Of _Decoctum Helenii, and Decoctum Helenii
compositum, one ounce to a wineglassful. Of Extractunm Helenii
(Cottereau), one scruple to one drachm.
1732.         R Extr. Helenii, 3ij.
Vini Antimonii, jj.
Syrupi flor. Aurantii, ~ss.
Mix: dose, twenty to thirty drops every three hours.
In Asthma and Chronic Catarrh.-JAHN.
1733.         R Extr. Helenii, 3j.
Pulv. Digitalis,
Pulv. Ipecac. ana gr. x.
Pulveris Opii, gr. v.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 2-grain pills. One every hour.
In Chronic Catarrh.-HEIM.
1734.         R Rad. Inulae Helenii,
Rad. Glycyrrhizae,
Croci Stigmatorum,
Rad. Iris Florent.
Sem. Anisi,
Hyssopi officinal, ana 3ss.
Aqure, lbij. Boil to lbjss; strain, and add
Tinct. Tolutane,
Syrup. Tolutanue,
Mellis, ana,j.
Mix: from f.j to f ij every four or six hours.
In Pulmonary Affections.-ELSNER.
1735.         R Inulae Helenii,,j.
Cacum. Hyssopi, 3iij.
Fol. Hederre terrest. 3ij.
Aquse, q. s. to form of the strained liquor f xij. Boil for
the fourth part of an hour, and strain; and to the strained
liquor add
Potassae Subcarb. 3j.
Syrupi Tolutani,
Syrupi Althzme, ana ~j.
Mix: dose, f j to f ij three or four times a day.
In Chronic Catarrhs, Asthma, Chlorosis, and Amenorrhoea.
Dr. COPLAND.
IODINIUM.       POTASSII IODIDUM.           Iodine, and Iodide
of Potassium.
Iodine is a non-metallic element (equivalent 126), having a
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ture of 350~ into a violet vapor, and combines with metals and
other bodies in the same manner as Oxygen and Chlorine. It
is soluble in 7000 parts of water, more soluble in a solution of
Iodide of Potassium, and easily dissolved by most spirits and
ethers. It is obtained from the residual liquor of Kelp. It
forms the active ingredient in burnt sponge, a remedy used
before iodine was known. Iodide of Potassium (or Hydriodate
of Potash) is obtained by decomposing a solution of Iodide of
Iron with one of Carbonate of Potash. It is a very soluble salt.
Free Iodine produces a deep blue color with starch, by which
test both it and its salts are easily recognized.
Iodine and Iodide of Potassium are alike in their action.
Both operate as stimulants to the absorbent system, and are
thus employed in simple hypertrophy of any of the organs,
and to promote the removal of non-malignant swellings and
tumors.  They exert an almost specific influence over scrofulous disorders, and the various symptoms of secondary syphilis.
Goitre is remarkably under their control, and they are sometimes beneficial in pulmonary phthisis, and in various skin
diseases. Externally, as caustics and rubefacients, they are
employed to disperse swellings, epecially those having a scrofulous origin; while in a milder form, as of lotions, ointments,
and baths, they are used in local or cutaneous affections, as
well as in the same disorders which benefit by their internal
administration. Both of these substances, if given long to
excess, produce atrophy; or if used in large doses, act as irritant poisons.
The dose of Iodine in substance is from one-eighth of a grain
to one grain.  Of Iodide of Potassium, three to fifteen grains,
or more. Both must be given in solution, and considerably
diluted.
The following preparations contain Iodine, without the Iodide
of Potassium:
Amyli lodidunm, iodide of starch, a mild preparation. Dose,
half a drachm, gradually increased.
Sulphuris lodidum.  See Szlphur.




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Tinctura lodinii (E. and U. S.). Dose, ten to twenty drops
three times a day.
Ether loduretus [Majendie].    Dose, ten drops diluted.
The Solutiones Iodinii of M. Lugol are for internal and external use. (See belozo.)
Unguentum lodinii (U. S.) and Cataplasma Iodinii (Dunglison) are applied to scrofulous tumors.
The following contain Iodine along with Iodide of Potassium:
Tinctura Iodinii oomposita (L., D.).    Dose, ten mininms to
one drachm.
Liquor Potassii lodidi Compositus (L., D.).    Dose, two to
four drachms.
Liquor lodinii Comnpositus (E.) is much stronger. Dose, five
to fifteen minims.
Aquee Joduretxe [Lugol] are of several strengths.
The Unguentunm lodinii coqnposittum (L., E., D.), the Solutiones lodinii, rubefaciens, et caustica, and the loduretted
baths, Balnea Iodureta, of Lugol, are for external application.
The following preparations contain the Iodide of Potassium
without Iodine:
Liquor Potassii Iodidi [Majendie].    Dose, ten minims, increasing.
Unguentum    (L., D.), Emplastrum   (L.), and Linimentum
Potassii lodidi [Guibourt], are for outward use.
In the following prescriptions Iodine alone is given:
1736.        1R Tinct. Iodinii, 3j.
Aque destil. 3vj.
Mix: one-sixth part for a dose, gradually increased.
In Secondary Syphilis.
1737.       J1 Olei Amygd. dulcis, ass.
Olei Olivae, 3ij.
Iodinii, gr. ~. Mix: a third part three times a day.
In Scrofula.-Dr. DUNCAN.
A.    B.    C.
1738.        1 Iodinii,    gr.  2 -    -    1.
Sodii Chlor. gr.  12 -  12 - 12.
Aquae destil.   Oj. - Oj. - Oj.
Dissolve, to form an iodine drink. (Of three different strengths, to be
used as occasion may require.)
In Scrofula, fc.-M. LUGOL.




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1739.          R Iodinii, gr. ij-iv.
Aqua destil.. Oj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Scrofula. —M. LU OcL.
1740.         R1 Iodinii, 3j.
Olei Olivte, ~j.
Rub together. To be rubbed on the abdomen.
In Diarrhoea and other Affections of the Bowels.
Mr. M. DIAMOND.
1741.         R Liniment. Sapon. C. 7j.
Iodinii, gr. viij vel x. Mix
To Scrofulous Tumors, &c.-Dr. COPLAND.
1742.         R Tinct. Iodinii, gj.
Lin. Sapon. Co. ~j. Mix: make a liniment.
MANSON.
1743.         R Tinct. Iodinii, gss.
Pulv. Lini, 3j.
Pulv. Avemn, oiij.
Aque destil. q. s. to form a cataplasm.
To Scrofulouzs Tumors, Gc.
1744.          P Tinct. lodinii, part. ij.
Aqus destil. part. iij. Mix: make an injection.
To be introduced into the Sac of a Hydrocele after the withdrawal of the Fluid.                   Dr. M'DONNELL.
1745.            i Tinct. Iodinii, 3ss.
Aqual purne, 5iss.
Mix: make an injection. To be injected into the tunica vaginalis after
the evacuation of the fluid; and retained there.
After the operation for _Iydrocele, when it has to be performed
for the second time.             Mr. BRANSBY COOPER.
The following contain both Iodine and Iodide of Potassium:
1746.          R Liq. Iodidi Potass. Co..j.
Mistur. Camphore, jj.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
Alterative. —Dr. PARIS.
1747.         I Potass. Iodidi, 3iv.
lodinii, gr. ij.
Aquve Menth. pip.
Aquc flor. Aurant. ana piij.
Mix: make a mixture. Five drachms three times a day.
In Epilepsy. —MAJENDIE.
1748.         Pc Iodinii, gr. ss.
Potass. Iodidi, 3ss.
Syrup. Papa. -ss.
Aque destil. Oss.
Mix:'make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Syphilis and Scrofula.-TYRELL.




308          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1749.           l Iodinii, gr. ss.
Potass. Todidi, 3ss.
Syrup. Papa. 3ss.
Inf. Gentianse Co. 3x.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day; with
half a grain of Acetate of Morphia, every night.
Secondary Syphilis in Weakly Constitutions.
Mr. BRANSBY COOPER.
1750.         R Iodinii puri,
Potass. Iodidi, ana gr. vj.
Aquae destil.,v-'vj.
Alcoholis, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. To be administered by inhalation.
To be Inhaled by Phthisieal Persons, by means of the proper
Apparatus.                          Sir C. SCUDAMORE.
1751.         R Potass. Iodidi, gr. xxiv.
Iodinii, gr. j ad ij.
Aquae Rosae, ~vj.
Mix: make an eye-wash. To be used four times a day.
In Scrofulous Ophthalmia.-MAJENDIE.
1752.        3R Iodinii,
Potass. Iodidi, ana,j.
Spirit. rectif.,ij.
Mix: make a liniment for the chest.
In Phthisis.-Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
1753.         R Tinct. Iodinii Co. 3j.
Lin. Sapon, 3vij.
Mix: make a liniment. To be used frequently.
To Glandular Enlargements, and Tumidity of the Abdomen in
Children.                             Dr. UNDERWOOD.
1754.         R lodinii,.j.
Potass. Iodidi, 3j.
Cerati Cetacei, gij. Mix: make an ointment.
To Scrofulous Ulcers.-Mr. C. HOGG.
1755.         R Iodinii, gr. xij.
Potass. Iodidi, Div.
Olei Nicotianae, gtt. iv.
Adipis praspar. gij. Mix: make an ointment.
To remove Tetanic Rigidity of Muscles and Tendons.
Dr. DEWEES (U. S.).
1756.         R Iodinii, gr. xv.
Potass. Iodidi, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Aquae destil. ij. Mix: make a lotion.
To painful Serofulous Ulcers.-LUGOL.




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1757.          R Iodinii. 3ij.
Potass. Iodidi, 3ss.
Aque destil. 3viij. Dissolve: make an embrocation.
In Indolent Strumous Affections.-LuGOL.
1758.          R Iodinii, gr. ij-iv.
Potass. Iodidi, gr. iv-viij.
Aquae destil. lbj.
Dissolve. (For internal use, and for injection into scrofulous abscesses,
&c. This is the Solutio lodinii of Lugol.)
LUGOL.
1759.         R Iodinii, 3iv.
Potass. Iodidi, 3j.
Aquae destil. vj.
Dissolve. (Lugol's rubefacient Iodine Solution.)
For External Use.-LUGOL.
1760.        1f Iodinii, 3j.
Potass. Iodidi,.j.
Aquse destil.,ij.
Dissolve. (Lugol's Caustic Iodine Solution.)
For -External Use.-LUGOL.
1761.          R Iodinii, gj.
Potass. Iodidi, ~ij.
Aqua destil. Pij.
Sp. Vini rectif. ~ij. Mix: make a caustic lotion.
To be applied in Congestion or Erosion of the Cervix Uteri.
Dr. CHURCHILL.
1762.         tR Solut. Iodinii rubefac. ~j-~iv.
Aque, cong. xi-l. Dissolve: make an iodurated bath.
In Scrofula, Secondary Syphilis, &c.-LuGOL.
These contain the Iodide of Potassium without Iodine:
1763.          R Potass. Iodidi, 3ss.
Inf. Quassia,.vj. Mix: one-sixth part three times a day.
In Secondary Syphilis.-Dr. HOOPER.
1764.          R Potass. Hydriod. 3j.
Tinct. Lupul. ^ss.
Tinct. Cinchon. Co. 5iss.
Mix: make a mixture. A teaspoonful twice a day in a glass of water.
1765.         R Potass. Iodidi, 3j.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Aquae florum Tiliae, 5v.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful night and morning in an infusion of hops.
In White Swelling, and Chronic Syphilis.-Dr. LISFRANC.




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1766.          R Potass. Iodidi, gr. xv.
Spiritus rectif.
Ext. Dulcamarae, ana 3ij.
Pulverized liquorice root, and water, sufficient to make 180 pills. Six
two or three times a day.
In Scrofula, Goitre, eC. —VOGT.
1767.          R Potass. Iodidi, gr. v.
Infusi Lupuli, 3ij.
Make a draught, to be taken every eighth hour.
Advanced Stages of Pneumonia, &c.-Dr. UPSHER (U. S.).
1768.         Jf Potass. Iodidi, gr. iij.
Inf. Aurant. Co. 3x.
Tinct. Scille, Wrxv.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Ascites.-Dr. GREGORY.
1769.          I Decoc. Sarsae, Ibij.
Potass. lodidi, 3j.
Syrup. Aurantii,,ij.
Mix: the whole to be taken in twenty-four hours.
MAJENDIE.
1770. 0.          Potass. lodidi, 3ij.
Infusi QuassiT, lbij.
Dissolve: a wineglassful three times a day.
In Sympathetic Vomiting.-Dr. SELKIRK.
1771.          g Potass. Iodidi, gr. ij.
Potass. Bitart. 3j
Mix: make a powder. To be taken twice a day in a glassful of pure
water.
-Diuretic.-Dr. PARIS.
1772.         R1 Liq. Potass. Iodidi, gtt. xv.
Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. gtt. x-xij.
Aquse Lactucse, ~iv.
Syrupi Althtseo, 3j. Mix: a tablespoonful every hour.
In Phthisis.-M. DEFERMON.
1773.      P      Liq. Potass. Iodidi, gtt. xv.
Aqum LactucT,,iv.
Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. gtt. x.
Syrupi Althae'e, ~j. Mix: a teaspoonful every hour.
In Phthisis.-M. IDEFERMON.
1774.          R3 Potass. Iodidi, gr. iij.
Liq. Antim. Potass.-tart. wxx.
Decoc. Sarsse, ~j.
Tinct. Hyoscyam. 1Lxv.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In the Asthma of Phthisical Persons.
Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.




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1775.          R Aquce Lactucae dest. vviij.
Aqua Menthre p. dest. 3ij.
Potass. lodidi, civ.
Syrupi Althaee, 9j.
Mix: make an atrophic mixture. (Five drachms of this, increased, if
necessary, to ten drachms, to be given morning and evening.)
In Cardiac Hypertrophy in Young Subjects. —MAJENDIE.
1776.          R Potass. Iodidi, gr. viij.
Decoc. Ulmi, 3xij.
Decoc. Dulcamarae, iv.
Mix: a wineglassful to be taken every night at bedtime.
In Eczema. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1777.          R Potass. Iodidi, 5ss.
Tinct. Aurantii, ~ss.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 9ss.
Aquse purae, 9v.
Mix: a tablespoonful with an equal quantity of water three times a day.
In Phagedwenic Ulceration of Throat.-Dr. OKE.
1778.          e Potass. Iodidi, 3ss.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Aquae fontanse,,xij.
Spirit. AEtheris Nit. gss.
Tinct. Lavandule Co. 3j.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
In Rheumatism.-Sir B. BRODIE.
1779.          R Potass. lodidi, gr. xij-xv.
Ung. Hyd. ciner. gss. Mix: make an ointment.
2In Herpes Exedens.-BLASIUS.
1780.          I Hydrarg. lodidi rub. gr. viij.
Potass. Iodidi, 3ij.
Adipis, gj.
Mix: make an ointment. To be used two or three times a day. (If
too irritating, more lard may be mixed with it. This contains the
Hydrargyro-Iodide of Potassium.)
HILDRETII.
1781.          1 Unguent. Potass. Iodid. 3iss.
Axungiae preparata, 3iij. Mix: make an ointment.
In Scabies.-Dr. BURGESS.
1782.            P Potass. Todidi, gr. x.
Aquae destil.,j. Mix: make a lotion.
To the Eye, in diffuse Opacity from     Corneitis. —Dr. JAcoB.
1783.        PR Potass. Iodidi, gr. ij-iv.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. v-viij. Mix: to form a suppository.
In Enlargement of the Prostate.-Mr. STAFFORD.
In the remainder the Iodide is conjoined with a caustic or
carbonated alkali.




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1784.          R Potass. Iodidi, gr. xij.
Liq. Potass. (Brandish's), siv.
Aquse destil. ~iss.
Mix: f3j or f3ij in a glass of water three times a day.
In Tuberculous lMesenteric Disease.-Dr. BLAKISTON.
1785.          R Decoc. Sarsa Cone. 3ij.
Liq. Potass. 3iij.
Potass. Iodidi, 3ij.
Infus. Chiraytae,.x.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Psoriasis of the SIands. —Mr. C. HOGG.
1786.          R Inf. Buchu, ~viij.
Liq. Potass. 3j.
Potass. Iodidi, 3ss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls twice a day, with a purgative pill every morning, and an alkaline bath to be taken at bedtime.
In Chronic Rheumatism. -Dr. WRIGHT.
1787.         R Sodse Bicarb. gr. xv.
Potass. Bicarb. Dj.
Aquse purse, 3x.
Potass. lodidi, gr. j-ij.
Spir. AEth. Nitr. 3ss.
Syrupi simp. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day, in effervescence with
a tablespoonful of recent lemon-juice.
In Phthisis, along with the Inhalation of Iodine.
Sir C. SCUDAMORE.
1788.         1L Iodidi Potass. 3ss.
Potass. Bicarb.
Sodse Bicarb. ana 3j.
Aqune purse,.vj.
Mix: f j twice a day with f ss of dandelion water.
Dr. W. BUDD.
1789.        1B Liq. Potass. MLxv.
Potass. lodidi, gr. iij.
Tinct. Cinchonse, 3iss.
Decoc. Sarsse, 3iij.
Mix: take three times a day.
In Rheumatic Gout.-Dr. H. W. FULLER.
1790.          R Olei Morrhuce, 3iij.
Liq. Potass. MLxx.
Potass. lodidi, gr. iij.
Essent. Limonum, 1Tviij.
Aquae destil. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken 3 three times a day.
In Chronic Rheumatism of C(achlectic Subjects.
Dr. H. W. FULLER.




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1791.       R Liq. Potass. n,1xv.
Potass. Iodidi, gr. iij.
Extr. Sarse, 3j;
Decoc. Cinchonse, 3xj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Rheumatic Gout in Cachectic Subjects.
Dr. H. W. FULLER.
IPECACUANHA. EMETINA.           Ipecacuan and Emetine.
Ipecacuan is the root of the Cephaelis Ipecactuanha (Nat.
Ord. (Jinchonaceee), a Brazilian plant.  Taken in small doses
it is expectorant and diaphoretic, having a specific action on
the bronchial mucous membrane, so as to excite its secretion
when it is too dry, or to alter and check an inordinate flow of
mucus in catarrh.  It relaxes the system, and causes sweating. In full doses, it proves an easy and safe emetic. It does
not nauseate so much as tartar emetic, nor is it so rapid and
irritating in its action as sulphate of zinc. In cases of narcotic
poisoning, such an emetic as sulphate of zinc is preferred.
But for all ordinary purposes, and as an emetic for children
and delicate persons, ipecacuan is by far the best.  On account of its expectorant action it is in constant use in catarrhs,
being frequently combined with squill. As a diaphoretic, it is
employed in febrile affections, often in conjunction with opium.
It is given to produce vomiting in hooping-cough and asthma,
and administered in smaller doses in dyspepsia and dysentery.
The dose of the powder, as an expectorant, is one to two grains;
as a diaphoretic, two to four grains; as an emetic, ten to
twenty grains.:Emetina is the active principle to which Ipecacuanha owes
its powers. Impure Emetina is sometimes used, but the pure
alkaloid is preferable.  It is employed as Ipecacuan, but in
much smaller doses. One-sixteenth to one-fourth of a grain
may be given, according as we desire an expectorant or an
emetic effect.
The compound Ipecacuan or Dover's powder will be separately spoken of. The following preparations contain Ipecacuan without Opium:
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Vinum    Ipecacuanhx.    Dose, as expectorant and diaphoretic, ten to thirty minims.    Emetic for adults, two to four
drachms.    Emetic for children, twenty minims to one drachm.
Syrupus Ipecacuanhw (E.), as an emetic for infants, half a
drachm to one drachm.
Decoctum   Ipecacuanhae (Soubeiran) is given in dysentery
in two-ounce doses.
Extractum    IpecacuanhAn (Paris Codex).     Dose, one to ten
grains.
Troehisci Ipecacuanhew (U. S.).
The prescriptions are arranged as follows:
1. Ipecacuanha (or Emetine), as an emetic for adults.
1792.         R Pulv. Ipecac.?j.
Pulv. Antim. P. tart. gr. j.
Mix: to be taken entire as an emetic, or in divided doses as sudorific
and expectorant.
1793.        1R Pulv. Ipecac..j.
Vini Antir. Potassio-tartratis, f3iij.
Aquae Menth. sativse (vel Pulegii), f3ix.
Mix: make an emetic draught.
Dr. GREGORY.
1794.         R Pulv. Ipecac. Dj.
Aquae Menth. Pulegii, ~iss.
Mix: make an emetic draught. To be taken at once and followed by
frequent draughts of tepid water, or tepid infusion of chamomile
flowers.
Dr. JoY.
1795.        ti Ipecac. Dj.
Yini Ipecac. (vel Antimonii), 3ij.
Aquse, jj. Mix.
A  Common Emetic.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1796.        1R Pulv. Ipecac. Dj.
Sodse Sesquicarb. gr. x.
Aque Menth. vir. 3x.
Mix: make a draught to be taken at once. (To be followed by an
antacid mixture and aperient pills.)
In Herpes Labialis.-Dr. GREGORY.
1797.         R Pulv. Ipecac. gr. xv.
Aceti Scillae, 3j.
Aquae Menth. viridis, jj.
Mix: make an emetic draught.
In Spasmodic Asthma.-Dr. GREGORY.




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1798.         IR Pulv. rad. Ipecac. 3j.
Ammon. Subcarb. 3j.
Aquwe Menth. pip. iiss.
Tinct. Capsici, 3j.
Olei Anthemidis, RTx.
Mix: make an emetic draught (excitant).
In Narcotic Poisoning, &c.-Dr. COPLAND.
1799.          R Emetinse impurse, gr. iv.
Aquae flor. Aurant.
Aquae purse, ana 3j.
Syrup. flor. Aurant. 3ss.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every half hour to produce
vomiting.
MAJENDIE.
1800.         R Emetinae purse, gr. 4.
Pulv. Sem. Sinapis, gr. x.
Tinct. Armoraciae, 3j.
Vini Antimonii, 3ij.
Aquae purse, kiss.
Mix: make a draught to be taken at once.
A  Powerful -Emetic.
1801.            Infusi flor. Tilise, 3iij.
Emetinse purse, gr. j in
Acido Acetico solutse.
Syrupi Althaese, ~j. Mix.
(A tablespoonful every quarter, of an hour, until vomiting is produced.)
MAJENDIE.
1802.          R Emetinae purae, gr. j.
Acidi Acetici, Tlx. Dissolve, and add
Aque flor. Aurant. oiij.
Syrupi simp. ~j.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every quarter of an hour until
vomiting is induced.
Dr. Joy,
2. Ipecacuanha as an emetic for children.
1803.            Pulv. Ipecac. 3j.
Aquse ferventis, 3v-infuse
Colaturme, 3iv, add
Oxymel. Scillae, 3ss.
Mix: a teaspoonful every ten minutes until it operates.
As an -Emetic for Children.-Dr. MEREI.
1804.         B Pulv. Ipecac. gr. xiij.
Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Aquae destillatse, 3x.
Mix: make a mixture. 3j to 3ij every 15 minutes until effectual
(Tepid drinks may be employed as soon as vomiting has commenced, but not before; else, by diluting the medicine, they may
render it inefficacious.)
As a Common Emeticfor Children.-Dr. UNDERWOOD.




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1805.         R Vini Ipecac. 3ss.
Syrup. simp. jss.
Aquse, ~j.
Mix: one or two teaspoonfuls to be frequently given, until vomiting
produced.
A Mild nEmetic for Children.-Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1806.         R Vini Ipecac. ss.
Liq. Antim. Tart. ~ss.
Syrupi simp. 3ij.
Aqute, gj.
Mix: make a mixture. One, two, or three drachms frequently to produce vomiting.
Emetic for Young Children.-Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1807.         R Emetinae pure, gr. ss.
Syrupi Mori, 3j.
Aquoe purxe,,iij.
Mix: make a mixture. A teaspoonful every fourth of an hour until
vomiting occurs.
3. Ipecacuanha as an expectorant and diaphoretic.
1808.         R Pulv. Ipecac.
Sapon. Venet. ana 3ss.
Mix: make 20 pills. One, three times a day.
Dr. RICHARDS.
1809.        PB Pulv. Ipecac. gr. vj.
Pulv. Myrrhae, gr. xij.
Pulv. Potassae Nitratis, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 4 powders. One every four hours.
A  Stimulating Expectorant.-Dr. PARIS.
1810.         R Pulv. Ipecac.
Antim. Sulphureti aurei, ana gr. j.
Camphorse, gr. iij.
Pulv. Acacise,.j. Mix well: to be taken every two hours.
In.Deficient Expectoration in Pneumonia. —PHasBs.
1811.         R Vini Ipecac. 3ss.
Aque Cinnanomi, ~j.
Aquse puree, 3ivss.
Mix: make a mixture. One-sixth to one-fourth part for a dose.
Bronchitis, &c.-Dr. HOOPER.
1812. 1          Vini Ipecac. jiij.
Syrup. Tolut. ~v.
Mucilag. Acacize ad 3xvj. Mix: dose, a teaspoonful.
Chronic Coughs.




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1813.          R Mist..Amygdalae, gvj.
Vini Ipecac.
Potassae Carb. ana 3iss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls in effervescence, with a spoonful of lemonjuice every third hour.
Expectorant.-Dr. JoY.
1814.         1B Sodse Carbonatis, 3j.
Succ. Limonum,,ss vel q. s.
Vini Ipecac 3ss.
Misturse Camphorse, 3j.
Syrupi, 3ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
Diaphoretic.-Dr. PARIS.
1815.          1 Vini Ipecac. gtt. xx.
Liq. Ammon. Acet.
Aquse, ana ~ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
Bronchitis in weak Patients.-Dr. BUDD.
1816.          R Pulv. Ipecac. gr. j.
Pulv. Antim. Co. gr. iij.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. ss.
Sacchari, gr. vj. Mix: make a powder.
_Diaphoretic in Fevers.-Dr. HooPER.
1817.          R, Pulv. Ipecac. gr. xij.
Calomelanos, gr. iv.
Confect. Rosse, q. s. to make 8 pills. One every fourth or
sixth hour.
In Acute Bronchitis with much Fever.-Dr. JoY.
1818.         1R Pulv. Rad. Ipecac. gr. iij-ix.
Mucilag. Acacie,
Syrupi, ana 3ij.
Aquse destillatse, j.
Potassse Nitratis, gr. xv.
Mix: make a mixture. Two teaspoonfuls three times a day, or every
fourth hour.
In Measles of Infants.-Dr. THOMAS
1819.          R Vini Ipecac. 3iij.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3v.
Mucilag. Acacise, 9j.
Mix: make a mixture. A teaspoonful every hour or second hour.
For Children threatened with Croup or Bronchitis.
Dr. CHEYNE.
1820.          R Decocti Senegse, 3iijss.
Oxymel. Scillse, 3ij.
Vini Ipecac. 3ij.
Antim. Tartar. gr. j.
Mix. (Dose, mLx-xx every quarter of an hour, to an infant, to produee
vomiting, or every two hours as an expectorant.)
In Group,.c.-FRENCH           HosP.




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4. Ipecacuanha with opium or poppies as expectorant or
diaphoretic.   (See also Pulv. Ipecac. Co.)
1821.          R Sodse Carbonatis, 3j.
Vini Ipecac. 3ss.
Tincturae Opii, 3j.
Syrupi Tolutani, ~ij.
Aquse, kiss. Mix: make a mixture. 3ss for a dose.
Bronchitis.-Dr. HOOPER.
1822.          R Syrupi Papaveris, 3iiiss.
Acid. Sulph. dil. 3iiss.
Vini Ipecac. 3iss.
Oxymel. Scillse,
Syrup. Tolutani, ana 3ij.
Aquse, ad 3viij.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful three times a day.
Dr. F. BIRD.
1823.         PB Decocti Lichenis, gxj.
Vini Ipecac. 3ij.
Extr. Conii, 3j.
Olei Anisi, rnxij.
Syrup. Althsee,
Syrup. Papaveris, ana 3iij.
Mix: make a cough mixture. Three or four tablespoonfuls four times
a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
1824.         R Vini Ipecac. 3ij.
Aquae, ~j.
Mucilag. Gum. Ac..ss.
Syrup. Limonis,
Syrup. Papaveris, ana 3j.
Mix: take f3j to f3ij every second hour.
In the Catarrhal Affections of Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1825.         1 Vini Ipecac. 3iss.
Aquoe purae, 3iss.
Sodse Bicarb. gr. xij.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Tincturse Opii, gtt. iv.
Mix: take f3j to f3ij every second hour.
In Hooping and Spasmodic Coozghs of Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1826.          B Sodse Sesquicarb. gr. xxiv.
Vini Ipecac. 3j.
Tincture Opii, iTLvj.
Syrupi, 3iij.
Aquee, 3j. Mix: take a sixth part every six hours.
In HIooping-coughi.-Dr. PEARSON.




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1827.         R Tinct. Opii, Mnvj.
Vini Ipecac. 3j.
Aquse destillats,,j.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3iij.
Sodse Subcarb. gr. xxiv.
Mix. (A small teaspoonful to be given every six or eight hours.)
To Children in Hooping-cough.-Mr. SAVORY.
1828.             P Vini Ipecac. 3ij.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Pulv. Potass. Nit. 3iss.
Succi Limonis, ~ss.
Mist. Camphorse,,iv.
Mix. (Dose,,ij for adults; 3ss-5j for children.)
Diaphoretic.
5. Ipecacuanha in dysentery and dyspepsia.
1829.          3 Pulv. Ipecac. Rad. 3j.
Aqu-e,,xij.
Boil to f.vj. Four tablespoonfuls every six hours.
Chronic Dysentery.-Dr. JoY.
1830.        1R Pulv. Ipecac. gr. ij.
Aluminis, gr. vj.
Syrupi Papaveris, q. s. to make two pills. One every four
hours.
In Dysentery.-Dr. HOOPER.
1831.            Pulv. Ipecac. gr. ij.
Confectionis Opii, ij.
Cretie prseparatse, q. s.
Make 8 boluses, and give two night and morning.
In Dysentery.-ST. MARIE.
1832.        PR Pulv. Ipecac. gr. ij.
Pulv. Aromatici, gr. x.
Syrupi Cinnamomi, q. s.
Make 2 boluses: one to be taken at bedtime.
In Dyspepsia.-CADET.
1833.            P. P. Ipecacuanhe,
Calomelanos, ana gr. iij.
Extr. Opii Aquosi, gr. iss.
Excipientis, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. One, night and morning.
In Chronic Diarrhoea.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
(See also RHUBARB.)
PULVIS IPECACUANHAE COMPOSITUS. Compound
Ipeeacuan Powder.
This is also called Pulvis Doveri, or Dover's powder. Every
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the rest being sulphate of potash.   It is placed by itself, as
being midway between ipecacuanha and opium, sharing the
properties of both. Either of these separately will act on the
skin, but combined they form one of the most valuable sudorifics
that we possess. It may be employed generally in febrile cases,
except where opiates are contraindicated, as by an irritable
state of the stomach, excitement of the brain, furred tongue,
and hot skin. It is very frequently given in catarrhal and
rheumatic affections.  It affords a useful means of administering opium in small quantities, as to children. But the proportion of opium it contains should be carefully borne in mind.
The dose of the powder is from five to ten grains.
The Pilule Ipecacuanhew et Opii (E. P.) contain         this
powder. Dose, one to three pills.
The Pilule[ Ipecacuanhl a cum Scilld (L. P.) consist of about
half of this powder. Dose, five to ten grains.
Pilulae Ipecacuanhke et Opii (E.). Dose, five to ten grains.
1834.        R Pulv. Ipecac.
Pulv. Opii, ana gr. j.
Pulv. Sodas Carbonatis, gr. xij.
Mix well by rubbing. Make a powder. One every eight hours. (This
may be considered as a modification of Dover's Powder.)
In Spasmodic Asthma, fooping-cough, ce.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1835.        R Pulv. Doveri, 3j.
Mist. Amygd. gvij.
Mucil. Acacia, jj.
Mix: take f j every three hours, or when the cough is troublesome.
In Catarrhal (Cough.-Dr. LATHAM.
1836.        R Pulv. Ipecac. Co. gr. iv-vj.
Sodas Tartarizat-e, 3j.
Decocti AlthEea, kiss.
Syrupi Limonis, 3ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every fourth or sixth hour.
In Consumrption. —Sir A. CRICHTON.
1837.       1R Pulv. Ipecac. Co. gr. j.
Sacchari, Dj.
Mix: make a powder, and divide into four parts.
To quiet yooung Infants.-Dr. HOOPER.
1838.       1R Pulv. Ipecac. Co.
Hydrarg. c. Creta, ana gr. j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken at bedtime.
In the Diarrhoea of Teething.-Dr. WEST.




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1839.         R Pulv. Ipecac. gr. 4.
Pulv. Doveri, gr. ss.
Sodma Carbonatis sicc. gr. j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every second or third hour.
In Spasmodic Cough of Infcnts.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1840.    ]    3 Sodae Subcarb. exsic. gr. j.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. -.
Pulv. Ipecac. Co. gr. j.
Pulv. Cinnam. Co. gr. j.
Pulv. Potass. Nit. gr. j.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One in some decoction of barley, or
oatmeal, every three or four hours.
In the Diarrhoea of Children.-Mr. SAVORY.
1841.         R Pulv. Doveri, 3j.
Pulv. Antim. Tart. gr. ij.
Pulv. Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. viij.
Pulv. Jacobi veri, 3j.
Pulv. Cinnamomi,
Pulv. Zingiberis, ana 3ij.
Pulv. Canelloa albie, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 8 powders. One to be mixed in a wineglass with
a dessertspoonful of brandy, and twice or thrice as much of peppermint, cinnamon, or common water, and so drunk. This is to be
given every ten or twenty minutes, according to the urgency of the
case, or until the skin is bedewed with a copious sweat.
In Cholera. —Dr. RICHMOND.
JALAPA. Jalap.
This is the tuberous root of the Ipomwea Purga, a Mexican
plant (Nat. Ord. Convolvulaceee).   It contains a peculiar resin,
to which its cathartic property is owing. This resin is sometimes used alone. Jalap is an active drastic cathartic, producing copious watery evacuations.     It irritates the intestines,
and may cause nausea and griping. It is well fitted for use in
constipation, and is safe for children.   It must not be used
during pregnancy, or when there is much irritation of the intestines. Being hydragogue, it is often of use in dropsies. It
is sometimes given as a vermifuge.
The dose of the powder is from two to five grains for children; from ten to thirty grains for adults.
Extractum Jalapce (L,), gr. v-Dj.
p-  ---- - ---- Alkalinum (Durand), gr. iij-ix.




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Pilula Jalapce (Ph. Pruss.), gr. v-x.
cu2n Colocynthide, gr. v-x.
Pulvis Jalapce compositus (L., E., D.), contains cream of tartar and ginger, 3j-3j.
Tinctura Jalapce, 3j-3iij.
Syrupus Jalapinus (Paris Codex), 3ij-3iij.
Resina Jalapce (E.), gr. iij-xij,.
Mlistura Jaclapce, dose, giss.
1842.          R Pulv. Jalape,
Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Aloes, ana ~j.
Saponis, ij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s.
Mix, and make into a pill-mass. Dose, twenty to thirty grains.
Foy.
]OY.
1843.          R Pulv. Jalap-e, giij.
Hydrarg. Chlor. 3j.
Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ij. Mix: dose, four to twenty grains.
Dr. COPLAND.
1844.. Pulv. Jalapse, gr. xij.
Calomelanos, gr. iij.
Potass. Sulphat. gr. vij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken at night.
In disturbance of the action of the Liver.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1845.      P   r Pulv. Jalapoe, gr. x.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. v.
Calomelanos, gr. iij.
Pulv. Cinnam. Co. gr. ij. Mix: make a powder.
Strong Cathartic.-Dr. JoY.
1846.          R Pulv. Jalapre, 3j.
Pulv. Scammonii, 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. 3x. Mix: divide into 8-grain powders.
In Mucous Discharges.-DUMAS.
1847.          R Pulv. Jalapse,.j.
Infusi Sennas,.j.
Tinct. Sennse,
Syrupi Zingib. ana 3j.
Mix, and make a purgative draught..1848          R Pulv. Jalapce, gr. ij.
Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Cinnam. ana gr. j. Mix: make a powder.
Purgative for young Chtildren.-Mr. SAVORY.
1849.         JR Pulv. Jalapse, 3j.
Potass. Bitart. 3ss.
Aquse Cinnam. 3xj.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3j.
Mix: make a cathartic draught.
Dr. GREGORY.




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1850.          R Pulv. Jaiapae, gr. xxv.
Tinct. Senne Co. 3ij.
Aqume Menth. pip. 3x.
Potass. Bitart. 3j.
Syrupi Zingib. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every morning.
In Anasarca.-Dr. GREGORY.
1851.            Pu Pulv. Jalaps, 3ss.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. v.
Hydrarg. Chlor. gr. v.
Pulv. Sacchari, gr. x.
Mix: from two to five grains every third hour, until catharsis is produced.
For Infants. —Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1852.         R Pulv. Jalape Co. 7j.
Calomelanos, gr. x.
Mellis Rosse, q. s.
Make an electuary. A teaspoonful every other morning, two hours before breakfast.
In Indigestion, and Morbid Conditions of the Liver.
1853.          R Pulv. JalapTe,
Potassse Bitart.
Ferri Carbonatis, ana,j.
Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ss.
Sacchari famcis, q. s. to form an electuary.
Dose, 3ss to 3j twice a day.
For WTorms in Children.-Mr. SAVORY.
1854.          R Pulv. Jalapu,
Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Calumbne,
Pulv. Zingiberis,
Potassce Bitart. sing. 3j.
Ferri Sulphatis, gr. x.
Aquma Menth. pip..ixss.
Tinct. Senne Go. ss.'
Mix: two tablespoonfuls morning and noon.
In Congestion of the Spleen.-Mr. TWINING.
1855.         R Extr. Jalapse,
Pil. Rhei comp. ana 3j.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. xv.
Extr. Conii, gr. v.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. Dose, one or two.
In Indigestion.-Dr. GREGORY.
1856.         1 Resinae Jalape, gr. vj.
Ovi vitelli, semissem. Mix; then add
Mist. Amygdalse, ~vj.
Syrupi Altlhese, ~j. Mix. To be taken at once.
An agreeable Purge.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.




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1857.        R Resinae Jalape, gr. v.
Confect. Amygdalarnm, gr. xxx.
Rub up together, and while rubbing add
Aquse destil. 3jss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at once.
In simple Constipation.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1858.        R Tinct. Jalap. 3ij.
Magnesise, Dij.
Aquse purse, ~ij.
Mix. A draught to be taken every morning.
In Chlorosis.-Dr. HAMILTON.
1859.        R Tinct. Jalap. 3vj.
Aque Canellse, 3ij.
Sacchari, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken as soon as possible.
In Scarlatina.-Dr. HAMILTON.
1860.        R Tinct. Jalap. 3ij.
Aceti Scillae, 3j.
Aquae Menthae,.j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
Cathartic and Diuretic. —Dr. ELLIS.
1861.        l Pulv. Jalap.
Hydrarg. Sulphureti nigri, ana 5ij.
Pulv. Scammonii, 3j.
Resinse Jalapse,
Pulv. Scilla, ana 3iss.
Syrupi Rhamni, q. s.
Mix, and make an electuary. Dose, 3ss to 3j.
In Dropsy, or Lead Colie.-CADET.
JUGLANS REGIA.          The common Walnut Tree.
The leaves of the common Walnut (Nat. Ord. Juglandacee)
have been highly extolled by M. Negrier as a remedy in scrofulous affections. They are said to exert an alterative influence
in the blood, to cause the disappearance of various chronic
eruptions, and of other disorders traceable to a strumous
cachexy. They have been especially recommended in scrofulous caries of the bones, in inflammation of the eyes, in chronic
bronchitis, and in impetigo and eczema.
An infusion, a decoction, and an extract are the preparations chiefly employed.  The juice of the unripe walnut shells
is astringent. The.Extractum Juglandis immaturt is prepared
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Extractum    Juglandis (foliorum); dose, three grains three
times a day.. Decoctum, or Infusum Juglandis; dose, one to
two ounces.   The Decoctum    Juglandis Corticum is sometimes
employed as an astringent.
1862.         R Extr. Juglandis, gr. vj.
Syrupi simplicis, ~j.
Mix: dose, for children, 2-3 pessertspoonfuls in the day; for adults,
1-2 ounces.
In Scrofula.-M. NEGRIER.
1863.         3 Ext. Juglandis, 3iv.
Palv. foliorum Juglandis, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. Two, twice a day.
M. NEGRIER.
1864.        R. Ext. Juglandis (foliorum), gj.
Adipis, 3x.
Olei Bergamotms, lTiij. Mix: make an ointment.
To be used as a Friction in Scrofula. —M. NEGRIER.
1865.         R Extr. cort. Juglandis, 3j.
iAqume calid'e,.viij. Mix: make a gargle.
In Czhronic Enlargement of the Tonsils. —Dr. BECKER.
1866.    P    I Extr. Juglandis immaturm, 3j.
Aqus', 3x. Dissolve: to be brushed overthe affected parts.
In Chronic Congestion of the Tonsils. —Dr. BECKER.
JUNIPERU S.       Juniper.
The common Juniper (J. communis, Nat. Ord. Coniferxe) is
an erect evergreen shrub, of which the tops bearing the berries
are the officinal part. The berries are globose, containing
three seeds, of a purplish-black color when ripe, and possessing
an aromatic odor and flavor like that of turpentine.    Juniper
is a stimulating diuretic and diaphoretic. It is chiefly employed
as an adjuvant to other remedies, to increase the flow of urine
in cases of dropsy. The dose of the berries is from one to three
drachms.
Extractum Juniperi (Paris Codex), 3j-3iij.
Oleum Juniperi (L., E., D.), an excellent diuretic, RLiv-lhvi.
Infusum Juniperi (D.), -j- iij.
_ — ----  comp. (Parrish), dose, a wineglassful.
Electuarium Juniperi (Pharm. Sax.), 3j-3iv.
Spiritus Juniperi comp. (L., E., D.), 5ij-3iv.




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1867.         R Junip. baccarum,,iss.
Cremoris Tartari, jj.
Aquse ferventis, Oj.
Infuse for an hour, and strain. A teacupful three times a day, with 40
drops of sweet spirits of niter.
In Dropsy.-Dr. ELLIS.
1868.         R Olei Juniperi, 3ss.
_theris Nitrici,
Tinct. Digitalis, ana 3iij.
Mix: dose, twenty to thirty drops every three hours.
HUFELAND.
1869.         R Potas. Subcarbonatis, 3j.
Infusi Gentiane Co. |vij.
Spirit. Juniperi Co.
Tinct. Cardam. Co. ana ass.
Mix: make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls every fourth hour.
Diuretic.-Dr. JOY.
1870.        iR Juniperi baccarum contrit. ij.
Seminum Anisi contus. 3ij.
Aqume ferventis, lbj.
Mix: after three hours, strain. A wineglassful frequently.
_Diuretic.-Dr. HOOPER.
1871.:1 Olei Juniperi, iss.
Olei Anisi, gtt. vj.
Axungise, 3ij. Mix well, and form an ointment.
In Tinea Capitis.-SULLY.
1872.        1R Spirit. Juniperi,.ij.
Olei Caryophylli,
Adipis Myristicae, ana 3ss. Mix, and make a liniment.
In Ecehymosis and Indolent Tumnors. —ATGUSTIN.
KINO.
This is an extract obtained from trees of the genus Pterocarpus (Nat. Ord. Leguminoswe), but chiefly from      the P. marsupium, a large tree growing in India. It occurs in small angular
shining fragments, of a reddish-brown color, and very astringent to the taste.   It is perhaps the most powerful of all the
vegetable astringents, and contains about seventy per cent. of
tannic acid.   It is employed in diarrhoea and dysentery, to
check the discharge in gonorrhoea and leucorrhoea, and to arrest
internal bleedings. It is also employed externally as a styptic,
as a local application to indolent ulcers, and is used in gargles
to constringe relaxed uvula.    The dose of the powder is fiom
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Tinctura Kino (L., E.), one to two drachms.
Pulvis Kino Compositus (L.) contains in twenty grains one
grain of opium. It is used as astringent and anodyne in chronic
diarrhoea and dysentery, in doses of ten to twenty grains.
Pulvis Catechu Comn. (D.) contains Kino.
Infusum Kino (Wood), dose, one ounce.
Pil. Kino Comp. (Ellis) contains Opium; one every four
hours, in diarrhoea, &c.
1873.         1 Kino, 3ij.
Camphor. rasme et subactte, 3ss.
Oxidi Zinci, 3ss.
Confect. Aromat. 3j.
Mix: divide into 20 pills. Two, night and morning.
In Diabetes.-AUGUSTIN.
1874.         R Pulv. Kino, 3vj.
Pulv. Aluminis,
Pulv. Cinnamomi, ana 3ij.
Syrupi, q. s. to form an electuary.
Dose, a dessertspoonful occasionally.
In nDiarrhoea.-Mr. SAVORY.
1875.         3 Pulv. Kino Co. gr. x.
Pulv. Crete Co. gr. xv.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s.
Mix: make a bolus. To be taken every sixth hour.
In Diarrhoea of old and enfeebled. —Dr. NELIGAN.
1876.        PI Pulv. Kino Comp. gr. x.
Inf. Cascarillae, 3vj.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3iij.
Syrupi Papav. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Chronic aDysentery.-Dr. GREGORY.
1877.         R Pulv. Kino Co. gr. v-x.
Pulv. Crete Co. gr. xv.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ss.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to make a bolus. To be taken twice,
thrice, or oftener during the day.
In Diarrhoea.-Dr. COPLAND.
1878.         R Kino, 3j-3ij.
Aluminis, gr. xx-xxx.
Aquae ferventis, Oij.
Infuse for an hour, and strain: make an injection.
In Chronic Urethritis.-SWEDIAUR.




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KOUSSO.
The dried flowers of Brayera anthelmintica (Nat. Ord.
Rosacee) were first used in their native country, Abyssinia,
as a remedy for tape-worm. They contain an extractive matter, in which tannic acid and a volatile oil have been.discovered,
and which is readily taken up by hot water. The remedy was
introduced into Europe by Dr. Plieninger in 1834, but was
not brought into general notice before the year 1850.  The
dose is bulky. For an adult, about half an ounce is infused
in warm water, and taken thus, unstrained, being rendered
more palatable by the addition of honey or a little lemon-juice.
It may be followed by a dose of castor oil, but it will itself act
as a drastic cathartic. The worm is generally voided after the
first dose, entire or in fragments; but it has frequently been
found that the head is left behind, so that the parasite is able
to grow again in the intestine, Iousso was at first very dear,
and difficult to be obtained, but it is now exported in considerable quantities from Aden.  It has probably been overmuch
praised.
1879.       l Florum Brayerre, 3j-iiss.
Aquze, ~xvj.
Boil to one-half, and strain: to the strained liquor add sufficient honey
to suit the taste. To be taken at one dose.
Dr. PLIENINGER.
KRAMERIA. Rhatany.
The root of Krameria Triandra (Nat. Ord. Polygalacee), a
South American shrub, is known by this name. It is long and
branching, of a reddish color, and has an astringent taste. The
extract is also in frequent use, and resembles Kino. Rhatany
is tonic and astringent.  It may be used in the same cases as
Kino, than which it is something less powerful. The extract
contains about 43 per cent. of tannic acid. The dose of Rhatany
in powder is from twenty to thirty grains.
Extractum Kramerie (E.), from ten to thirty grains.
_Infusum Krameriw (L., D.), one to two ounces.
Syrzpups Krameriwe (U. S.), half an ounce.
Tinct. Krameriw (D.), and Tinct. Rhatanix aromatica, dose
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1880.          R Pulv. rad. Rhatanis, 3iv.
Divide into 12 powders. One, twice a day.
In Fluor Albus. —Dr. MATON.
1881.:1 Pulv. Kramerie rad. ss.
Aqume, lbij..Boil to lbjss; strain. Three tablespoonfuls every third hour.
Obstinate -Diarrhoea.-Dr. JoY.
1882.          R Infusi Kramerise, 3xj.
Potass. Nitratis, gr. x.
Pulv. Ipecac. co. gr. v.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every four hours.
In Hxmoptysis.-Dr. THOMAS.
1883.          R Tinct. Rhatan..j.
Aqule Calcis, 3vj. Mix: three spoonfuls three times a day.
In Diarrhoea.-Dr. REECE.
1884.          R Tinct. Matico, 3vj.
Inf. Kramerie,;vij.
Syrupi Croci, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture; f ss every three or four hours.
In Chronic lMucous Diarrhoea, or in the Diarrhoea of Phthisis.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1885.         1R Infus. Rosie, 3x.
Acid. Sulph. arom. qLxv.
Tinct. Rhatan. (|iij ad spir. tenuior. Oij.) 3j.
Syrupi Rhceados, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
A  very grateful Tonic. —SPRAGUE.
1886.          R Rhatan. rad. contus. giij.
Canellse cort. contus.,ij.
Spir. tenuioris, Oij.
Digest for ten days, and strain through paper. (Tinct. Rhatan. Aromatica.)
SPRAGUE.
1887.          R Inf. Aurantii Co. ~vj.
Tinct. Rhatan. arom.
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana;j.
Mix: make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls three times a day, in
weakness or flatulence.
Tonic and Astringent. —SPRAGUE.
1888.          R Ext. Rhatanise, 5ss.
Confect. Ros. Gall. liv.
Syrup. Papav. alb. 3ij.
Pulv. Catechu, gr. xv.
Mix: make an electuary. Dose, a teaspoonful.
In Diarrhoea, c..-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
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330          THE   BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
1889.        R1 Pulv. Kramerise, ss.
Calcis Carb. prsecip. 3ij.
Pulv. Amyli, 3x.
Mix: make a powder. (To be dusted over the part affected.)
In Eruptions of Pemphigus and Ecthyma.-Dr. NELIGAN..
1890.        R Pulv. Krameris, 3ij.
Pulv. Myrrh. 3j.
Camph. 3iv.
Carbonis Ligni,,j.
Spirit. Vini rect. Glxx.
Rub up the Camphor with the Spirits, and then mix all together. A
tooth powder.
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
1891.       1R Infus. Kramerike rad..vij.
Acid. Sulph. dil. 3ij.
Syrup. Rosse Gall. ~j.
Mix: make a gargle. To be used through a glass tube.
In Relaxation of the Uvula.-Dr. Joy.
1892.        R Infus. Rhatan..viss.
Acid, Sulph. dil. ass.
Syrupi Mori, jj. Mix: make a gargle.
For Relaxation of the Uvula and Fauces.-Dr. COPLAND.
1893.        R Tinct. Rhatan.,j.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Tinet. Myrrh. 3j.
Mist. Camph.,viss. Mix: make a lotion.
Locally, to bleeding from the Gums, attended with pain.
Mr. HARRISON.
LACTUCA. LACTUCARIUM. Lettuce, and Lettuce-opium.
The common garden lettuce, Lactuca sativa (Nat. Ord. Comn
posite), is in frequent use as a salad, and its leaves are known
to be possessed of slight narcotic properties. In these it is excelled by the L. virosa, a wild species.  Lactucarium, called
T7Zridace by the French, is the dried juice of the cultivated
plant. When made by expression, or as a common extract, it
possesses little power. The best is procured by cutting the
stalks of the leaves while growing, and allowing the white juice
which exudes to dry spontaneously. This Lactucarium resembles opium, though less active in its power of promoting sleep
and allaying pain. Some have thrown doubt upon its powers.
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recommended for use in phthisis, and to allay irritability of
the mucous membrane in catarrh. The dose of Lactucarium is
from one to four grains.   It is sometimes used externally.
Extractumn Lactuce (Paris Codex): dose, one to five grains.
Aqua Lactucec (P. C.): half an ounce to two ounces.
Syrup. Lactuce   (P. C.) and Syrup. Lactucarii (P. C.): half
an ounce to one ounce.
Pilulwe Lactucarii (Ellis): one every two hours, till sleep is
procured.
Tinct. Lactucarii (E.): half a drachm to two drachms.
Trochisci Lactucarii (E.).
1894.         R Extr. Lactucae,
Extr. Lupuli; ana gr. v.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken at bedtime.
Dr. PARIS.
1895.           i Pil. Rhei Comp. 3ij.
Extr. Lactuc. 3j.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. One or two at night.
In Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. GREGORY.
1896.         R Ext. Lactuc. gr. iij.
Camph.
Extr. Hyoscyami, ana gr. ij.
Mix, and divide into 2 pills. To be taken every night at bedtime.
Mr. STONE.
1897.         f Morph. Acetatis, gr. iij.
Extr. Lactuc. gr. xxxij.
Olei Juniperi, gtt. viij.
Mucilaginis, q. s.
Mix: and divide into 8 pills. One every night.
Anodyne and Soporific.
1898.         If Extr. Lactuc. gr. xvj.
Extr. Papaveris albi, gr. xij.
Pulv. Aloes Co. gr. xviij.
Olei Cinnamomi, gtt. ij.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. Two every night.
Anodyne and Aperient.
1899.         1 Succi spiss. Lactucs vir. 3ss.
Pulv. Tragac. Co. ij.
Potass. Nitratis, 3ij.
Mist. Amygdalse, iv.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful three times a day.
Anodyne.-Dr. JoY.




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1900.         R Aquas Lactuca, jiv.
Aquae florum Aurant. 3ij.
Syr. Paeonise, 5j.
Syr. Belladonna-, 3ij.
Liq. Ammonice, gtt. iij.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every fourth hour.
In Pertussis.-Dr. PEYROTON.
1901.         R Lactucarii, gr. xxx.
Decocti Lichenis Islandic. 3ij.
Mucilaginis, ass.
Syrupi, ~j. Mix. ~j every two hours.
In Spasmodic Cough, Sleeplessness, Hysteria, &C.-BRERA.
1902.         ]& Lactucarii, 3j.
Mucilag. Acacise, q. s. to reduce.
When perfectly mixed, pour on
Aquae,.vj.
Syrup. Rubi Idai, ass.
Mix: make a mixture. Two spoonfuls every second hour.
In Spasmodic Cough, Sleeplesneness, and Iysteria.
VON HILDENBRAND.
1903.         R Lactucarii, gr. vj.
Aquce destill. 3iij.
Mucilag. Cydonis, gtt. xx. Make an eye-wash.
In Catarrhal Ophthalmia.-RAU.
1904.         R Acidi Boracici, 3ij.
Lactucarii, Dj. Solve in
Aquae destill. 3vj, et adde
Syrup. Papav. ass.
Mix. Dose, a teaspoonful.
In Spastic Xeemoptysis.-ROTHANILL. (?)
1905.         R Tinct. Lactucarii, 3j.
Aquae destill. 3j.
Aquae Laurocerasi, TLxx.
Syrupi simplicis, 3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken in the morning and late in the
evening.
Anodyne in Phthisis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
LAUROCERASUS.
The leaves of the common Cherry-laurel, Cerasus Laurocerasus (Nat. Ord. Amygdalewe), yield a small quantity of Hydrocyanic Acid when distilled with water.     The various prepations are used internally as sedative in cases of gastric neuralgia and dysentery, and applied      externally to cancerous
sores, burns, and other painful affections.
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Oleum Laurocerasi contains Prussic Acid, is poisonous, and
of variable strength.
Infusum Laurocerasi (Cheston): for outward application to
malignant ulcers.
1906.       R Aquae Laurocerasi, 3j.
Aquse Menthoe pip. jij.
Infus. Quassiae,!iv.
Mix: 3ss three times a day.
In Dysentery, tc.-AUGUSTIN.
1907.       R Aquae Laurocerasi, giv.
Etheris Sulph..j.
Extr. Belladonnae, 3ij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Neuralgia.-Roux.
1908.       R Aquam Laurocerasi,,iss.
Olei Amygdale, ~ij.
Cerae Albes, ss.
Liquefy the wax with oil, and mix with the laurel water, triturating
well. Make an ointment.
As an application to Burns.-Roux.
LAVANDULA. Lavender.
The flowers of the common Lavender, L. vera (Nat. Ord.
Labiatw), are well known on account of their fragrance, which
is owing to a volatile oil, which may be separated by distilling
them with water.  Lavandula Spica, French Lavender, does
not yield an oil of such good quality. Lavender is warm, aromatic, and carminative, and thus useful as a stimulant in debility
from any cause, or as a corrective adjunct to other medicines.
Oleumr Lavandulz e (L., E., D.): dose, five to ten minims.
Spiritus Lavanddule, (E.), and Tinctura Lavandule C(omposita (L., D.): dose, half a drachm to two drachms.
Aqua Lavandulw (P. C.), a perfume, and aromatic adjunct.
1909.       R Olei Lavandule,
Adipis Myristicam,
Butyri Cacao, each, equal parts.
Mix: make an ointment.
To stimulate the growth of Hair.-Dr. GRIFFITH.
LINI OLEUM, ET FARINA. Linseed Oil. Linseed Meal.
The ground seeds of the common Flax (Linum usitatissimum,
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in the cold from the same seed.  It is bland and sweet to the
taste. It possesses the property of drying when exposed.
The coverings of the seeds contain a large quantity of vegetable mucilage.  To this oil and mucilage the meal owes its
demulcent property, which makes it so useful, when mixed
with hot water, to form a poultice, or soothing application to
external parts, when injured or inflamed from any cause.
Poultices are used to soothe pain and excitement, to promote
the suppuration and resolution of swellings and inflammations,
to restore healthy action in diseased surfaces, and to allay
irritation by their emollient property and by guarding from
the access of air.
Linseed oil, given internally, is laxative. It may be mixed
with lime-water to form an application to burns and scalds.
Linseed is also applied internally in the preparation of demulcent drinks, which are prescribed in catarrhs, inflammation of
the bladder, &c.
Lini Oleum, as a laxative, half an ounce to one ounce.
Infusum Lini Comp. (L.), an ounce and a half, ad lib.
Cataplasma Lini (L.), and Cataplasma Emolliens (Paris
Codex), form excellent poultices.
Linimentum Lini Olei (Ainslie) is a good application to burns.
1910.       R Infus. Lini Co. giij.
Olei Oliv's, 3ij.
Vitelli Ovi unius.
Syrupi Althbae,,j.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful frequently.
Demulcent in Ardor Urinwe, fc.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1911.       I Infus. Lini Comp. tivss.
Tinct. Camph. Co. 3iij.
Aquae forum Aurant. 3ix.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
As a Demulcent in.Coughs.-Dr. GREGORY.
1912.       H1   Olei Lini, gij.
Infus. Lini, ~viij. Mix: make an enema.
Emollient and Laxative.-SWEDIAUR.
1913.        3 Flor. Anthemidis,
Sem. Lini contus, ana gss.
Aquze fervidae, lvj. Macerate and straih; then add
Opii, gr. vj-xvj. Mix: make an enema.
Emollient and Anodyne.-Dr. COPLAND.




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1914.        R Hordei farina,
Lini farinse, each, equal parts.
Decoct. MalvRe seu Althse;e, q. s.
(Rub the meal in the decoction, and cook it to a fit consistence, frequently
stirring it. The poultice must be applied between two cloths.)
A common Emollient Application.-TRoUSSEAU and REVEIL.
LINUM CATHARTICUM. Purging Flax.
This diminutive plant grows plentifully in dry situations
throughout Europe.   It is used as a cathartic, and is tolerably active in its operation, though not dangerous. The powder of the dried plant may be given in doses of one drachm or
more.
Extractum Lini Oathartici (Dr. B. Lane): dose, five to
ten grains twice a day, as laxative and diuretic.
1915.        B Lini Cathartici, herbTe recentis, 3iij.
Aquas ferventis, Pij.
Digest for two hours in a closed vessel, strain, and add
Tinct. Cardam. Co. 3j. Make a draught.
In simple Constipation.-Dr. NELIGAN.
LOBELIA.
The Lobelia Inflata (Nat. Ord. Lobeliaceee) is a small plant
common in the United States of America. The whole plant,
dried, is used in medicine, and owes its activity to a peculiar
alkaloid.  In small doses it is diaphoretic and expectorant; in
larger doses, antispasmodic, sedative, and emetic.  Like tobacco, it is poisonous when given in large quantities. It may
be used to relax the muscles in strangulated hernia, &c.; but
it is chiefly employed in spasmodic asthma.  It may be given
in one large dose to produce vomiting, or, more safely, in small
doses gradually increased.  In the latter case, one to five
grains of the powder may be given three times a day.
Infusum Lobeliae (Ellis), given to produce vomiting, half an
ounce every half hour.
Extractum Lobeliw, one to two grains.
Tinetura Lobeliae (L., E., D.), half a drachm to two drachms.
Tinetura Lobeliwe   Etherea (L., E.), ten minims to one
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Acetum Lobeliwe (Procter), half a drachm to a drachm.
Syrupus Lobeliwe (Procter), one to two drachms.
1916.        R Pil. Ipecacuan Co. 3j.
Styracis colati, 3ss.
Pulv. Lobeliae, gr. xij.
Mix: divide into 24 pills. Two, every six hours.
In old cases of Bronchitis and Humoral Asthma.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1917.        R Tinct. Lobelike, 3j.
Decocti Malvee, ~vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A spoonful to be taken every two or three
hours.
As an Expectorant.-RADIUS.
1918.       JR Tinct. Lobelise, ass.
Aquoe Anethi, 4ij.
Aqupe purae, iv.
Mix: make a mixture. One-sixth part for a dose.
In Asthma.-Dr. HOOPER.
1919.        R Tinct. Lobel. ZEth. 3ij.
Mist. Amygdal. gviss.
Succi Conii, 3ij.
Syrup. Hemidesmi, gj.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every three hours.
In Asthma and Paroxysmal Coughs.-Dr. NELIGAN.
LUPULUS.      LUPULINA.       Hops, and Lupuline.
Hops are the strobiles or dry catkins of the common Hop,
Humulus Lupulus (Nat. Ord. Urticacew). They are cultivated
chiefly on account of their use in the making of malt liquors,
but are likewise used in medicine.  They are tonic, aromatic,
and slightly soporific. They contain a bitter principle and a
volatile oil. At the bases of, and between the leafy scales, is
contained a yellowish powder, in which most of the active
property resides. This, when separated, is called Lupuline.
Iops and Lupuline are employed in various cases where a
stimulant tonic is desirable; and a pillow of hops has been
used to procure sleep, which it may do by means of its odor.
The dose of powdered Hops is from half a drachm to a drachm;
of Lupuline, from six to ten grains.
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Infusum Lupuli (L.), one to two ounces.
Tinctura Lupuli (L., E.), and Tinctura Lupulinxe (D.), half
a drachm to two drachms.
Syrupus Lupulinxe (Foy), half an ounce to an ounce.
Unguentum Lupulinee (Soubeiran) is employed to appease
the pain of cancerous ulcers.
1920.        R Lupulinae, gr. viij.
Mucilaginis, q. s. Make 2 pills, to be taken at bedtime.
In the watchfulness of fSania, &c.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1921.     ]     Extr. Lupuli,
Extr. Lactuce,
Camphore, ana Dj.
Mix: make 12 pills. Two, at the beginning of the pains, and repeat in
two hours, or as occasion requires.
In Dysmenorrhzea. —Dr. RIGBY.
1922.        R Extr. Hyoscyami,
Camphorm,
Lupulinte, ana gr. iij.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken at bedtime.
In simple wakefulness.-Dr. J. B. STEWARD.
1923.        R Tinct. Lupuli,,j.
Infus. Rosce,,v.
Acidi Sulph. dil. 3j.
Mist. Camph. oij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
In M enorrhagia.
1924.        R Lupuli Strobil. giss.
Aque ferventis, Oj. Mix: to be used by inhalation.
In Phthisis.-Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
MAGNESIA, ET MAGNESIE CARBONAS.                  Calcined
Magnesia, and Carbonate of Magnesia.
This earth is the oxide of the metal Magnesium.  The Carbonate is obtained by precipitating a solution of the Sulphate
of Magnesia by one of Carbonate of Soda.  Pure Magnesia is
made by burning the Carbonate in a crucible.  There are two
kinds of Carbonate —heavy and light.  The former is obtained
by mixing strong solutions, at a high temperature; the light
carbonate is made by mixing weak solutions in the cold. Both
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soluble in water.  Both form solutions with the acids, but the
carbonate only effervesces while so doing. Magnesia and its
Carbonate are similar in their actions on the system, and are
not always distinguished by prescribers. Both are antacid,
and act as mild laxatives on the bowels; but if given too often
or too largely as purgatives, they are apt to accumulate and
form masses in the intestines. As an antacid, Magnesia is
given in dyspepsia, heartburn, pyrosis, gouty and lithic disorders.  As a laxative, it is very safe in the various affections
of children.  Combined with rhubarb, it is given in diarrhoea,
and as an ordinary purge. The dose of Magnesia is from three
to five grains for infants; for adults, from ten grains to half a
drachm, according to the action required.
Trochisci Magnesiw (calcinatoe), U. S.
Trochisci M]agnesiw (carbonatis), E.
1925.        R Magnesiae, ij.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. xv.
Pulv. Zingiberis, gr. v.
Make a powder; to be taken as often as a day passes without a movement of the bowels.
In Habitual Constipation. —Dr. PARIS.
1926.        R Magnes. Carbon.
Potass. Supertartratis,
Sacchari, utriusque gr. x.
A powder, to be taken every morning.
In Anasarca.-Dr. HAMILTON.
1927.        R Magnes. Calcin. 9ij.
Pulv. Rhei, jj.
Pulv. Cinnamomi, gr. x.
Mix: three or four grains every third hour to very young infants; six to ten
grains from six to twelve months.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
1928.        R Magnes. Carb. jj.
Inf. Gentian. co. 3xj.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 3j.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
In _Dyspepsia with Acidity.-Mr. SAVORY.
1929.         e Magnes. Calcin. 3ss.
Aquas Menth. pip. kiss.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3j. Mix: make a draught.
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1930.          R Magnes. Calcin. 3iss.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Pulv. Zingiberis, Dj.
Aqu9c Menthma pip. Oj. Mix: dose, 3ss three times a day.
In Dyspepsia and ffypochlondriasis. —Dr. GREGORY.
1931.          R Magnes. Carb. 3iss.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. 3ss.
Aqu"  Menth. vir. vss.
Tinct. Lavand. co. 3ij.
Spirit. Carui, 3j.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3ij.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful as occasion requires.
Antacid in Cardialgia, fc. —Dr. PARIS.
1932.          R Magnes. Carbon. 3iss.
Spirit. _Eth. Sulph. co. 3iij.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 5ss.
Spirit. Anisi, 3v.
Olei Carui, -ilviij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3ij.
Mist. Camph..iss.
Aque Meenth. vir.,v.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls when there is great nausea
or flatulency, first shaking the phial.
Dr. JOY.
1933.         Ir Magnes. Dj.
Olei Carui, niv.
Spirit. Amm. feet. tLxx.
Tinct. Opii, trv.
Syrup. simp. 3ss.
Aquoe Menthbe, giss.
Mix: make a mixture. A teaspoonful every four hours.
In Diarrhoea and Flatulence of young children, continuing
after the use of purgatives.                    Dr. JoY.
1934.          R Magnes. Carb. 3ij.
Pulv. Rhei, Dij.
Spirit. Ammon. Arom.
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana ass.
Aquoe purse, 5v. Mix: one-sixth for a dose.
In Gastralgia and Pyrosis. —Dr. HOOPER.
1935.          I Magnes. Sulph. 3ij.
Magnes. Carbon. Dj.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3j.
Aquse Anethi, 3xi.
Mix: make a draught. This white draught is often retained by the
stomach when every other form of purge is rejected.
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1936.         R Magnes. Carb. 3j.
Magnes. Sulph. 3i;j.
Spirit. Amm. arom. 3j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5j.
Aqua, Menth. sat. i{v.
Mix: a tablespoonful three times a day.
1937.        IR Magnes. Carb. hss.
Pulv. cort. Aurant.
Pulv. Sem. Feeniculi,
Pulv. Sacchari puri, ana 3j.
Mix well, and divide into 10-grain powders. (One to be given to wet
nurses, when their milk decreases.)
Mr. SAVORY.
1938.         R Magnes. Carb. 3iss.
Pulv. rad. Rhei, 5ss.
Mist. Acacias,
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana 3vj.
Aqune Pimentae, ~ivss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls two or three times a day.
As a Laxative in Chorea. —Dr. THOMAS.
1939.         R Magnes. ustoe, 3ij.
Tinct. Jalap. 3j.
Mucilag. Gum. Acac.
Syrupi,
Aquas Cinnamomi, ana hss. When well mixed, pour in
Aqume,,ivss.
Make a mixture: dose, f3j three times a day.
In Chorea of young children.-Dr. T. HAMILTON.
1940.         R Magnes. Carb:.j.
Tinct. Cardam. Co. 3ij.
Aqume Anethi, ass.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful frequently during the day.
In the colic of Infants.-Dr. GREGORY.
MAGNESIUE BICARBONAS.               Bicarbonate of Magnesia.
This is not known in the solid form, but it occurs dissolved
in water in the elegant preparation called Fluid Mlagnesia.
This is made by forcing Carbonic Acid Gas into water in
which Carbonate of Magnesia is suspended.       This is dissolved
by the action of the gas, and the soluble bicarbonate formed.
This preparation is pleasant to the taste. It supplies us with
*a pleasant mode of administering magnesia, and is especially
resorted to as an antacid in gouty and dyspeptic disorders.
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and a half ounce.   The following preparations, though much
weaker, are similar:
Liq. Magnesix (Jarbonatis (Paris Codex, Eau 1Magngsienne):
dose, two to ten ounces.
Liq. Magnesix Carbonatis aeratus (Paris Codex, Eaul Magnesienne gazeuse): one to ten ounces.  It contains less magnesia, and more carbonic acid.
1941.        R Aque, Magnes. Bicarb. ass.
Spirit. Lavand. co. 3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken immediately, and repeated if necessary in half an hour.
In Heartburn.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1942.       fR Solutionis Magnes. (ope acidi carbonici), kiss.
Tinct. Ferri Mur. lVLx-xxx.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day, drinking afterward a
wineglassful of cold or tepid water.
In Anwemia, (Chlorosis, Nervous Palpitations, fc.-Dr. JoY.
MAGNESI2E ACETAS ET CITRAS.               Acetate and Citrate
of MJagnesia.
These are prepared in solution by dissolving carbonate of
magnesia with just enough acetic or citric acid to saturate it.
Half an ounce of citric acid is equivalent to about three and a
half drachms of the carbonate.   These compounds are agreeable to the taste. They are employed as laxatives in inflammations, and to form refrigerant drinks in fever.
The dose of the Liq. Magnesia Citratis (Rabourdin) is from
six to twelve ounces. It acts as a purgative.
Liq. Mag. Citratis (U. S.): dose, three to four ounces.
1943.        Ie Magnes. Carbon. 3j.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3j.
Spirit. Myristicas, 3ss.
Succi Limonis, 3iij.
Aquae, 3ix. Mix: make a draught.
Mr. BRANDE.
1944.        R Solutionis Magnes. Bicarbon. kiss.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make a draught with f3iij of lemon-juice, to be taken while effervescing.
MAGNESIA       SULPHAS.       Sulphate of Magnesia.
This salt is contained in sea-water, Seidlitz-water, and in
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which are soluble in water, and have a bitter, nauseous taste.
They must not be mistaken for sulphate of zinc or oxalic acid.
Sulphate of magnesia in small doses is diuretic; in large doses,
a hydragogue cathartic, acting effectively, but without irritation. Being cooling in its operation, it is particularly adapted
for use in inflammatory disorders of all kinds.  It is one of the
most frequently used of all purgative medicines.    It is very
often conjoined with senna in the prescription of a cathartic
dose. Dose, from one drachm to one ounce.
Aqua Seidlitrensis (Paris Cod.) is a solution charged with
carbonic acid gas. Dose, half pint to one pint.
(The double salts formed by the sulphate of magnesia with
the sulphate of iron and quinine, might, perhaps, be employed
with advantage in medical practice; but the preparations which
have hitherto been sold under these names are spurious.)
Pulvis salinus compositus (E.), dose, two drachms to half an
ounce, and Enema catharticum (D.) contain sulphate of magnesia.
1945.        Rl Magnes. Sulph. 3vj.
Mannoe optimse, 3ij.
Aquae destill. ~iss. Mix: make an aperient draught.
Dr. HOOPER.
1946.        R Magnes. Sulph. ~j.
Potass. Bicarbon. 3ij.
Aquae Menth. pip. gvss.
Syrupi, 3ij. Mix: make a cathartic mixture.
Dr. PARIS.
1947.        R Magnes. Sulph.,iss.
Magnes. Carbon.
Sode Bicarbon. ana ass.
Sodii Chloridi, 3ij.
Pulv. Zingiberis, 3j.
Mix. (One or two teaspoonfuls in warm water at bedtime.)
In Dysmenorrhcea. —Dr. ASHWELL.
1948.:1 Flor. Anthemidis, gij.
Rad. Zingib. concis. ~j.
Aquse ferventis, Oiiss.
Macerate during the night, strain, and add
Magnes. Sulph. gij.
Sodae Sulph. iss.
Potass. Sulph. 3v.
Mix: take a wineglassful the first thing in the morning. (After each
dose take an hour's exercise in the open air, and breakfast afterward.)
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1949.          R Magnes. Sulph. 3iv.
Aquee purae, 3iv.
Infus. Rosee comp. 3iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every third hour.
Dr. GREGORY.
1950.          R Magnes. Sulph. 3vj.
Infus. Rosee acidi, 3ij. Mix: make a draught.
To purge in mild Pebrile and Inflammatory Affections.
Dr. NELIGAN.
1951.          R Magnes. Sulph. 3ss-3j.
Aqua Rosie, 3j.
Acid. Sulph. dil. ntLx.
Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. wqiij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every fourth hour.
In HUemoptysis. —Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
1952.         R Magnes. Sulph. 3j-3iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, ilj.
Acidi Sulph. dil. utlx.
Aquae Anethi, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. Antiphlogistic purge. To this draught maybe h
added, in case of debility, one grain of Sulphate of Zinc, or Sulphate of Iron, or two grains of Quinine.
Dr. DRUITT.
1953.         R Magnes. Sulph.,j.
Antimonii Potass.-Tart. gr. j.
Spirit. Altheris Nitrici, 3ij.
AquAe Menthse,,x.
Mix: three large tablespoonfuls every fourth hour.
An active nauseating aperient for robust persons.
Dr. DRUITT.
1954.         1R Magnes. Sulph. ~j.
Antim. Potass.-Tart. gr. ij.
Aquae,,viij. Mix. An ounce every hour.
In Asiatic Cholera.-Dr. JEPISON (U. S.).
1955.         R Magnes. Sulph.,ss.
Mannae, 3ij.
Infus. Sennoe, 3vj.
Tinct. Sennoe, 3ij.
Aquae Menthoe vir.,j.
Aquoe destill. 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls every morning, and repeat
in four hours, if necessary.
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1956.        RP Mannse, 3ij.
Magnes. Sulph. ~ss.
Infusi Sennse, 5vj.
Tinct. SennAe, 3ij.
Aqute Menth. pip. 9j.
Mist. Camphorse, ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Three or four tablespoonfuls early in the morning.
Mr. ABERNETHY.
1957,         R Magnes. Sulph.
Mannue, ana ~j.
Tamarindi pulpse, gss.
Decocti Hordei, 5iij. Dissolve, and add
Antimon. Tartariz. gr. j.
Make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls, until the bowels have responded
two or three times.
As a laxative in Remittent Fever.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
1958.         R Magnesim Sulphatis, 3iv.
Acidi Sulph. dil. 3j.
Ferri Sulphatis, gr. vj.
Infusi Aurantii, ~xiss. Mix: a sixth part twice a day.
In Anzemia, &c.
1959.    ]     f Magnes. Sulph. 3ij.
Mannse, 3ij.
Emuls. Amygdalse, giv.
Mix: make a purgative mixture for an infant. (A dessertspoonful for a
child from one to two years old.)
Mr. SAVORY.
1960.         R Magnesise Sulphatis, 3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3ij.
Aqute Carui, 3vj.
Mix: f3ij every hour until the bowels operate.
Laxative for children of three years of age.-Dr. WEST.
1961.         RB Magnesise Sulphatis, 3j.
Tinct. Rhei, 3ij.
Aquae Carui, 3vij. Mix: a teaspoonful every six hours.
In Simple Diarrhcea of Infants.-Dr. WEST.
1962.         R Magnesise Sulphatis, gss.
Tinct. Jalapse,'j.
Acidi Nitrici, rrLij.
Aquae Menthae vir. gij. Mix: make a draught.
In disordered states of the Liver.-Dr. ELLIS.
MALVA.       Mallow.
The leaves of the common Mallow, Malva sylvestris (Nat.
Ord. Malvacee), contain a considerable quantity of mucilage,
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ployed for its demulcent and emollient properties. It is employed externally as a fomentation to wounds, tumors, and
painful parts; or given internally as a drink in bronchitis, or
in irritation of the intestinal canal or urinary organs.
Decoctum Mialvx Compositum, one to three ounces.
1963.        lx Decoct. Malvse co. Evj.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3ij.
Oxymellis Scille, 3j.
Mix: a fourth part when the cough is troublesome.
MANGANESII SALES.          Salts of Manganese.
The metal Manganese resembles iron. Its black binoxide
is well known. This is employed by chemists in the preparation of oxygen and chlorine. It has been used medicinally in
the treament of some cutaneous maladies, being applied in the
form of ointment to the eruptions of scabies and herpes.
The salts of Manganese are said to resemble those of iron
in their tonic powers, but differ from them in being destitute
of any astringent properties. They have also been found by
Ure, Gmelin, Hannon, and others, to exert a remarkable power
in causing the secretion of bile, and to act in large doses as
purgatives.
The chief preparations of Manganese which have been used;
in medicine are as follows:
Mianganesii Binoxidtnm.   Given internally in scabies andi
syphilis.  Dose, three to twenty grains three times a day.
Manganesii carbonas.   Also insoluble. Used in the same
cases and same doses.
Manganesii Sutlhas.. Given as an alterative in cutaneous
diseases, in doses of five to ten grains. As a purge and cholagogue, in doses of one to two drachms.
Managnesii Acetas.    Dose, as an alterative, five to ten
grains.
In the Manganesii et Ferri Sul7phas, and JIcanganesii et
Ferri Carbonas cum Saccharo, the properties of iron and manganese are obtained together. They may be given in anmeia,
amenorrhoea, jaundice, &c., in doses of five grains to one scruple.
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The Chloride, Iodide, Malate, and Tartrate are sometimes
used in the form of pills, in scrofula, anoemia, and various skin
diseases.
Pilule iManganesii Carbonatis (Hannon): dose, four to ten
grains daily.
Pilule Mctanganesii lodidi (Hannon): one pill daily, increasing.
Pilulke   manganesii Malatis (Hannon): three, five, or six,
daily.
Pilulse Manganesii Phosphatis, and Pilu7le Manganesii et
Ferri Sulphatis: eight to thirty grains daily.
(Various syrups of the same salts are prescribed by M. Hannon.   See POCKET FORMULARY.)
1964.         1 Manganesii Binoxidi, 3j.
Sodii Chloridi, giij. Mix well, and add
Acidi Sulphurici, 3j.
A que, gij.
(The Chlorine which is evolved from this mixture on the application of
heat, forms a powerful local stimulant in certain cases of cutaneous
disease, and in chronic rheumatism. The gas should be carefully
confined to the part by the proper apparatus.)
Dr. HOOPER.
1965.         R Manganesii Carb.
Extr. Cinchona, ana 3j.
Mix, and divide into 30 pills. One twice a day, before breakfast and
dinner.
In Cllorosis. —M. HANNON.
1966.         1 Manganesii et Ferri Carbonatis cum Saccharo, gr. iij.
Extr. Sanguinis Bovini (prepared by drying and powdering
the blood), gr. xv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day after meals.
In Anaemia of Children.-Dr. S. T. SPEER.
1967.         13 Manganesii Sulph.
Sodse Carb. ana 3j.
Mellis, q. s. to form a mass. Divide into 4-grain pills.
One, for a dose.
In Anaemic Disorders.-M. HANNON.
1968.         I3 Manganesii Sulph. 3iv.
Vini Sem. Colchici, 1Lxxx.
Aque Ross, ~iv. Mix: make a draught.
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1969.        R Manganesii Sulph. Dj.
Magnesise Sulph. 3ij.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3j.
Aquse, hiss.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken in the morning.
In Gouty cases, to produce a copious discharge of Bile.
Dr. DRUITT.
1970.       RP Manganesii Sulph. 3iv.
Acidi Sulph. dil. nLviij.
Infusi Sennse co. 3ij. Mix: make a draught.
In Dyspeptic Affections and Bilious Disorder.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1971.        1 Manganesii Phosph.
Pulv. Cinchonae, ana 3ss.
Syrupi Catechu, q. s.
Divide into 4-grain pills. One, three times a day.
MANNA.      MANNITA.       lIanna and Mannite.
Manna is the concrete juice of two species of Ornus (or
Fraxinus), the 0. Europea and 0. rotundifolia, both natives
of Southern Europe.    They belong to the Nat. Ord. Oleinewe.
The variety called Flake Manna is the best.    Manna has a
sweetish and slightly bitter taste. It acts as a gentle laxative,
though its operation sometimes causes flatulence. This purgative property is owing to a peculiar unfermentible sugar, called
Mannite, which it contains. This may be extracted from it by
boiling alcohol, and will precipitate in white needles on cooling. It is a very agreeable cathartic. Both Manna and Mannite are well adapted for use in the affections of children, in
obstinate constipation, and in the disorders of weakly women,
as phlegmasia dolens, ascites, or low peritonitis.
The dose of Manna for children is one to four drachms; for
adults, one to two ounces.  Mannite is given by M. Solon in
doses of one to two ounces, dissolved in two to four ounces of
aromatic water, and taken warm.
1972.       R1 Mannae,,j.
Potassas Bitartratis, 3ss.
Seri Lactis, 3vj.
Mix: take one-half immediately, and the balance in two hours after.
Dr. JoY.
1973.        1 Magnesise Sulph. 3j.
Mannse, vj.
Tinct. Senne, 3iss.
Aquce ferventis, ~v. Mix: dose, a fourth, or half part.
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1974.            a Saponis Venet. Div.
Olei Amygd. dul. iss. Dissolve, and add
Mannie purif. ass.
Potassoe Supertart. 3ij.
Syrupi Althmae, Mj. Mix: make an emollient linctus.
BRENDELL.
1975.        R Manne, gj.
Aqume Feniculi, ~iij.
Spir. Ammon. co. gtt. xx.
Mix: a tablespoonful every hour.
In Infantile Catarrh.-Mr. SAVORY.
1976.        R Mannme, ss.
Mucilag. Acacie, ass.
Syrupi Viola, 5ij.
Aqume Menthme, ~j.
Mix: make a mixture. One to two teaspoonfuls every third hour.
For Infants in the early months.-Dr. JoY.
1977.        1 Mannm, 3vj.
Syrupi Sennae, 3iij.
Olei Amygd. dulcis, 3ij. Rub up well, and add
Aqum Fccniculi, 3ij.
Sacch. albi, 3iss. Make an electuary: dose, 3j to 3ij.
Aperient for young Children.-Dr. COPLAND.
1978.        R: Mannite, 3ss.
Aqua Menthae pip. 3ss. Dissolve, to make a draught.
An excellent Laxative for Children.-Dr. NELIGAN.
MARRUBIUM.         Horehound.
Mcarrubium vulgare (Nat. Ord. Labiatce) is a small herb common in England. In the fresh state it has a strong and peculiar
aromatic odor. Both fresh and dry, it has a bitter taste. The
plant also contains much mucilage. These constituents have
been the cause of its extensive use as a popular demulcent tonic
in simple coughs. It is also a general tonic, laxative, and antispasmodic.   The dose is from half a drachm to one drachm in
powder.
Extractum   Miarrubii (Port. Pharm.).    Dose, five to ten
grains, as a febrifuge.
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1979.     P      Extr. Marrubii,
Extr. Graminis (couch grass), ana 3ij.
Decocti Taraxaci,,x.
Oxymellis Scille,
Syrupi Foeniculi, ana 3ij.
Mix: a tablespoonful frequently.
In Pectoral Conplaints.-AUGUSTIN.
1980.        1R Marrubii herb. exsic. gss.
Aquae destill. fervent. Oss.
Macerate for an hour, and strain.
R1 Colaturi, ~iss.
Tinct. Camph. co. 3j.
Extr. Glycyrrhize, gr. x.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis with Inordinate Secretions.
Dr. COPLAND.
MASTICHE.       Mastich.
This is an oleo-resin, which exudes from the Pistacia Lentiscus, a tree which grows in the countries bordering the
Mediterranean (Nat. Ord. Terebinthaceec).     It occurs in yellowish semi-transparent brittle tears, of a pleasant smell and
taste.  It is employed in the manufacture of varnish; and
used in medicine as a masticatory in toothache and other complaints, and as an ingredient in stimulating tinctures used in
affections of the mouth and gums.    It is contained in Tinct.
Ammnonia co.
1981.        R Pulv. Mastiches,
Pulv. Cretae, ana 3ij.
Pulv. Iridis rad. 3ss.
Olei Rose, gtt. iij. Mix: make a dentifrice.
PH(EBUS.
1982.        R Pulv. Mastiches,
Pulv. Sandarachi, ana 3ij.
Pulv. Kino, gr. x.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ij.
Olei Rosmarini, gtt. viij.
Spir. Armoracim, q. s.
To make a paste. For the toothache.
To fill Decayed Teeth.-GASSICOURT.
MATICO.
The leaves of Artanthe elongata, a Peruvian plant (Nat.
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spongy on the under surface, are extensively used in their native country for the purpose of arresting local hemorrhages.
The leaves are either applied whole, or dried and reduced to a
coarse powder, and in that state pressed on to the bleeding
part.  Matico'has been further recommended in this country
as an astringent for internal use. Chemical analysis has shown
that it contains an aromatic and a bitter principle; but nothing
has been found which can give it a real astringent quality. Its
reputation as a styptic may probably be owing to the mechanical properties of the leaf and its powder, which may enable it
to arrest hsemorrhage in the same way as German tinder and
other applications of the kind.   (See ROYLE'S MATERIA
MEDICA.)
Decoctunm Zcdtico (D.), and Infusum  iatico (D.): dose, half
an ounce to one and a half ounce three times a day.
Tinctura Matico (D.): half drachm to two drachms.
1983.      IR Tinct. Matico, 3vj.
Inf. Krameriae,,vij.
Syrupi Croci, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. f ss every three or four hours.
In the Diarrhoea of Phthisis, e.-Dr. NELIGAN.
1984.       R Pulv. Matico, 3iij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. iij.
Adipis;, j. Mix: make an ointment.
To Herzworrhoids.-Dr. YOUNG.
MATRECARIA. Corn Chamomzile.
The flowers of the Mlatrecaria Chamomilla are smaller than
those of the true Chamomile, which they much resemble (Nat.
Ord. Composite). Like them they possess a bitter taste and
aromatic odor, which is partly lost on drying. Matrecaria
may be used as a demulcent tonic in the same manner as Anthemis.
MEL.    Honey.
A sweet fluid, prepared by the Apis mellifica, or Honey Bee.
It tends to concrete on keeping.  It contains two kinds of
sugar, one of which crystallizes, but the other does not. It is
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vehicle, as in Mel Boracis. Mel Rose.  It is employed in gargles, and given as a demulcent in coughs..
Oxymrel, which contains vinegar and honey, is employed as
an expectorant, and to form with water a cooling drink in
febrile affections. The dose of Oxymel is one to two drachms.
Hydromel, or honied water (one part in sixteen), forms an
agreeably refrigerant and slightly laxative drink.
Ceromel, a mixture of wax and honey, is applied to ulcers.
1985.       PR Mellis,
Butyri recentis, ana,ij.
Liquefy by a slow heat. A spoonful frequently.
_Expectorant.-ST. MARIE.
1986.:1 Lichenis Islandici,,ij.
Foliorum Hyssopi, ass.
Hydromellis, lbij. Macerate for five days, strain, and add
Sacchari, iij.
One or two spoonfuls occasionally in catarrh.
FOY.
MELISSA.      Balm.
The Melissa offieinalis, a small herb well known in gardens,
has an agreeable lemon-like odor, and aromatic and bitter
taste.  It belongs to the Nat. Ord. Labcate.     It is chiefly
used in perfumery, but it is sometimes employed in medicine
for its stimulant and carminative properties, in the same manner as Thyme and Marjoram.
Infuszum    elisse (Plenck): dose, one to one and a half
ounce.
1987.        R Melissse officinalis exsic.
Rad. Glycyrrhizs cont. ana 3iiss.
Sem. Anisi cont.
Sem. Foeniculi cont.
Sem. Coriandri cont. ana 3ss.
Aqume bullientis, lbij.
Infuse for an hour, and strain. Dose, ij-ij.
Dr. COPLAND.
MENTH      LE.  The Hints.
Three kinds of Mint, all common and well-known plants, are
employed in Medicine.   They belong to the Nat. Ord. Labiatte,
and are named M. piperita (Peppermint), iF. viridis (Spear



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mint), and   f. Pulegizum  (Pennyroyal).  All contain volatile
oils, the odors of which, though somewhat similar, are yet
easily distinguished.  That of Peppermint is peculiarly pungent.  These oils are separated by distillation, and employed
in medicine for their carminative and stimulant properties, especially in dyspepsia, flatulence, and diarrhoea. They are likewise used to flavor more unpleasant medicines, and to correct
the griping action of a purgative dose. The distilled waters
of the mints contain only these volatile oils. The infusions,
decoctions, and extracts contain also a bitter principle, which
is found in these plants, and which imparts to them tonic
properties. The dried plants are rarely used alone, except
in cookery.
Oleum lenthlwe viridis, piperitae, or Pulegii: dose, two to five
minims.
Aqua lenthzw viridis, piperite, and Pulegii: used as carminative vehicles.
S. pirit-us Mentie viriclis, piperitwe, and Puleyii (L.): dose,
half to two drachms.
Infusuim  lenthe viridis (D.): one and a half ounces every
two hours to allay sickness, &c.
1988.        l Spirit. Menthse pip. 3j.
Aquae Menthae pip.,iy.
Syrupi Althase, Piij.
Olei Cinnamomi, gtt. iij.
Olei Menthl pip. gtt. iij.
Mix: a spoonful every two hours, in convulsive hiccough.
ALIBERT.
1989.       R1 Aqua Menthae piperitse,
Infusi Caryophylli, ana,iiiss.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 5ss.
Spirit. Ammon. Arom.
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana 3iss.
Mix: a wineglassful twice a, day, after meals.
In Dyspepsia. —Dr. LATHAM.
1990.        R Menthae viridis fol. rec. giv.
Sacchari purif. 3xij.
Bruise the leaves in a stone mortar, then adding the sugar, bruise them
together until the compound forms a uniform mass. Dose, oj.
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1991.         R Fol. Menthte vir. exsic.
Rad. Glycyrrhizse concis. et contus. ana ss.
Sem. Anisi cont.
Sem. Coriandri cont. ana 3j.
Aqu- ferventis, q. s. to make of the strained infusion Oj.
Add magnesia and white sugar for the tormina of infants: or sometimes
Acid. Sulph. Aromat. f3j in nausea and vomiting.
Dr. COPLAND.
MENYANT HES.         Buckbean.
Menyanthes trifoliata (Nat. Ord. Gentianete) is an elegant
aquatic plant, with ternate leaves, and common in England.
The leaves are chiefly used, but all parts of the plant possess
similar properties.  Like Gentian and Centaury, which belong
to the same natural order, Buckbean is tonic and astringent.
In large doses it is cathartic.  It is very bitter to the taste,
and contains a tonic principle.  The various preparations may
be used in scorbutus, scrofula, atonic debility, and costive conditions of the bowels.   The powder of the leaves or root may
be given in doses of twenty to thirty grains.
Infusum Menyanthidis: dose, one to two ounces.
Extractumr Men/yanthidis (Guibourt): ten to fifteen grains.
1992.         R Extr. Menyanthidis,
Extr. Valerianse, ana 5ij.
Saponis duri, ass.
Pulv. Rhei, 3iss.
Syrupi, q. s. to make 2-grain pills.
Take ten three times a day.
In costive conditions of the Bowels. —VOGEL.
1993.         t Blenyanthidis foliorum, gss.
Zingiberis rad. concisve, 3ij.
Aquse ferventis, Oss.
Macerate in a closed vessel for two hours, and strain. (In doses of,j- iss united with Spir. AEth. Nit. 3j-3ij.)
In Rheumatism, Arthritic -Affections, and Cachectic and Cutaneous diseases.                      Dr. COPLAND.
1994.         R Extr. Menyanthidis, 3ss.
Aceti ScillT, gij.
Tinctur.e Assafcetidse, gss.
Mix: dose, thirty drops three times a day.
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MEZEREUM.       Mezereon.
This is the bark of the root of the Daphne fezereon (Nat.
Ord. T1ymelee), an English shrub.  It contains a crystalline
substance called Daphnine, but owes its medicinal properties
to an acrid resin. These properties are not possessed to any
extent by the wood. Mezereon bark is powerfully irritant,
reddening the external surface. Internally, it is a diaphoretic
and diuretic; in large doses it produces extreme purging, and
becomes a poison. It is employed in various cutaneous diseases as a stimulant diaphoretic; also in secondary syphilis
and chronic rheumatic complaints. It has been used as a vesicant, being first soaked in vinegar. Also as a masticatory, two
or three grains being chewed at a time. The dose of the bark,
rarely given alone, is from one to ten grains.  It is contained
in Decoct. Sarsse comp.
Extracturm   ezerei has been used as an external irritant.
Decoctum Mezerei (D.): dose, four to eight ounces daily, in
syphilitic disorders.
Unguentum Mezerei (Guibourt) is used as a stimulating
application to ulcers.
1995.      1b Mezerei cort.
Armoracise rad. ana Ej.
Aceti destill. ferventis, Oss. Infuse for a week, and strain.
Lotion for Porrigo Decalvans.-Mr. E. WILSON.
1996.        R Mezerei, 3ij.
Dulcamarse, iss.
Arctii Lappae rad. |ij.
Aquae, Oiv. Boil to three pints, and add
Rad. Glycyrrhize, 3ij. Strain: dose, f ij-f vj.
In obstinate Syphilitic and Cutaneous diseases.-VAN MoNs.
MONARDA. Horsemint.
The Monarda punctata (Nat. Ord. Labiate) is an American
plant, and is used in American practice. It has yellow flowers,
spotted with brown. The whole plant is aromatic, and contains
a stimulant volatile oil, which has a powerful smell. It is used
in infusion, in the same manner as Spearmint, being given
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menagogue.    The oil may be given as a carminative, in doses
of two to three drops on sugar.   It acts as a rubefacient externally.
1997.        R Olei Monarde, Ass.
Tinct. Camphorre, 3ij.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij. Mix: make a liniment.
In Rheumatism and Fevers.-Dr. ATLEE (U. S.).
MONESIA.
This is the extract of some South American tree, the name
of which is not certainly known, but it is supposed to be a
Ohrysophlyll1u  (Nat. Ord. Sapotacefe).  It is in thick brown
cakes, having a powerful bitter-sweet taste.  It is soluble in
water.  It possesses astringent properties, and has been used
in France with much success as a remedy in leucorrhoea, menorrhagia, diarrhoea, &c.  It has also been given in chronic bronchitis, and applied externally in powder to atonic ulcers. Dose,
two to ten grains, frequently repeated.
lMistura Monesiwe (Neligan): dose, half an ounce.
Syrupuzs Ionesiw (Derosne): dose, half an ounce.
1998.        1 Extr. Monesise, 3ss.
Syrupi,.x.
Aques, giij. Mix: to be taken in four doses.
In Chronic Diarrhoea.-TROUssEAu and REVEIL.
1999.        i; Syrupi Monesim (calidi), Zxvj.
Aqua flor. Aurantii,,ss.
Extracti Papaveris, gr. xvj. Mix: dose, half an ounce.
DEROSNE.
2000.:R Monesie, 3j.
Aluminis, gr. xxiv.
Confect. Aromat. 5ss.
Syrupi, q. s. to form 24 pills. Two, three times a day.
In Chronic Diarrhoea, Pyrosis, and Leucorrhoea.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2001.        1R Monesiae,
Aquae, ana,j.
Cer-e albea, Pij.
Olei Amygdalse, liv. Mix: make an ointment.
In Indolent Ulcers.-DEROSNE.
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MORRHUIE OLEUM.          cod-liver Oil.
This oil is derived from the liver of the Gadus ]Morrhua, or
common Codfish, immense quantities of which are annually
captured on the coast of Newfoundland. Asellus is one of the
Latin names for this fish, whence the oil has been named Oleum
Jecoris Aselli.  The oils met with in commerce vary in appearance from pale to dark brown, according to the degree of
heat which has been employed in their extraction from the
livers. They are, however, very similar in composition, though
liable to adulteration with other animal and vegetable oils.
Besides the ordinary constituents of oils, this oil contains a
certain proportion of biliary matters, a minute'proportion of
iodine, and a still smaller quantity of phosphorus. A violet
color is produced in it by adding to it, on a white slab, a few
drops of strong sulphuric acid. This is caused by the biliary
matters present in the oil.  Cod-liver oil has a peculiar taste
and odor, though the intensity of these properties varies in different specimens.
This remedy is used with great advantage in many cases of
emaciation depending upon a cachectic or scrofulous condition
of the system. The patient will frequently grow fatter under
its use, and gain health in proportion.  Cod-liver oil is so serviceable in pulmonary consumption, that it has been supposed
to exert a specific action in this disorder. If given in the early
stages, it may sometimes check the disease altogether.  It is
useful also in skin diseases; in impaired nutrition from chronic
gout and rheumatism; in scrofulous atrophy of children, with
affections of the bones and joints.  Cod oil, as also other oils,
has been used as a vehicle for iodine, iodide of potassium, and
phosphorus.  Cod oil, when prescribed alone, may be taken
floating on aromatic water, wine, or some other agreeable
vehicle, or it may be suspended in mucilage, or saponified by
admixture with potash, or the carbonate of potash or soda, and
in that condition dissolved in water.
The dose of the oil for children is from one to two drachms
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should be continued for some time, or else no really beneficial
results can be obtained.      It may be applied externally        in
rheumatic, neuralgic, and some local scrofulous affections.
2002.         PR Olei Morrhue,
Mucilaginis Tragac. ana Eij.
Aquue Menthae pip. liv.
Rub well together, and form a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three
times a day.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2003.         R Olei Jecoris Aselli, 3viij.
Pulv. Acaciae,.j. Mix: make an emulsion, and add
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Spir. Menthae pip. 3ij. Mix: a tablespoonful twice a day.
Dr. RANKING.
2004.          R Olei Morrhuas nigri, 3iij.
Ovor. duor. vitellos. Mix well in a marble mortar, and add
Syrup. cort. Aurant.,iss.
Aque flor. Aurant. oiij. Mix: four spoonfuls daily.
In Rickets.-TRoUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2005,          R 01. Morrhue depuratae, 3viij.
Pulv. Acacia, Piij.
Aquca Menthi sat. piij.
Syrupi, 3xviiss. Mix: one to eight tablespoonfuls daily.
In Scrofulous Affections, especially Rickets.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2006.      P      Olei Morrhuae,,iss.
Creasoti, gtt. iv.
Pulv. Tragacanthm co. 3ij.
Aqua Anisi, ~ivss.
Mix: dose, ~j three times a day.  In cases when the oil produces
nausea.
Consumption,.c.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
2007.         ix Olei Morrhuee, gss.
Liq. Ammonia, nLv.
Mix: to be taken three times a day. The dose to be gradually augmented
to five or six times the quantity.
In Diabetes.-Dr. BENCE JONES.
2008.         1 Olei Morrhuae,
Syrupi Aurantii,
Aquas Anisi, ana;j.
Olei Calami, gtt. iij. Mix: three spoonfuls a day.
In Rachitis and Gouty swellings.-PIHEiBUS.
2009.          R Olei Jecoris Aselli, jj.
Sol. Potassee Carb. 3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, ~j.
Olei Caryophylli: RLiv. Mix: a teaspoonful twice a day.
For Children.-Dr. RANKING.




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2010.          1 Olei Morrhuas, giv.
Aq. Potass. Carb. ass.
Olei Limon. 3ij.
Aquse Carui, ~iiss.
Spirit. Carui, gss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespopnfuls three times a day.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2011.          R Olei Morrhuse, 5iij.
Liquor Potassse, rwxx.
Potassii Iodidi, gr. viij.
Aquae destill. 3vij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In cases of Chronic Rheumatism with (Yachexia.
Dr. II. W. FULLER.
2012.          R Olei Morrhuse,, vj.
Ferri Iodidi, gr. xij. Dissolve f ss to f:j for a dose.
In Consumeption and Scrofula.-Dr. HEADLAND.
2013.         1R Olei Morrhuce, Oj.
Phosphori, gr. j.
Dissolve slowly with heat. Dose, f ss-f~j.
In Phthisis.-Dr. T. ThOMPSON.
2014.          R Olei Morrhuse, 9j.
Olei Lavandulae, nLx.
Mix: to be rubbed on the chest night and morning, when the stomach
will not tolerate the oil.
Consumption, Jc. —Dr. T. THIOMPSON.
2015.          R Olei Morrlhue, gss.
Liq. Potasse, 3ss.
Adipis prsep. q. s.
Mix: make an ointment. To be used frequently.
In Scrofulous Ulcerations, and obstinate Cutaneous diseases.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2016.          R Olei Morrhue,
Extr. Fuliginis ligni, ana 5ij.
Unguenti citrini, 3j.
Medulla Ossium, 3vj. Mix: make an ointment.
In Scrofulous Ophthalmia.-CARRON.
2017.            1 Olei Morrhuse, 9j.
Aqume Ammonite,,ss. Mix: make a liniment.
BRACH.
2018.          R Olei Morrhuae. 3iv.
Liq. Plumbi, 3ij.
Ovi Vitelli, 3iij. Mix: make a liniment.
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2019.:1 Olei Morrhuse, 3j.
Olei Juglandis, 3ij.
Mix: a drop or two to be introduced between the eyelids.
In Opacities of the Cornea.
MORUS.     Mulberry.
The common Mulberry is the fruit of Morus nigra (Nat.
Ord. Urticacee), a common tree in gardens.   It is an agreeable fruit, and has a dark subacid juice.  This juice is sometimes employed in medicine as a grateful refrigerant in febrile
disorders, and expectorant in coughs. It is slightly laxative.
Syrupus M]ori (L.) is used as a coloring ingredient, and as
an addition to refrigerant drinks in fevers.
MOSCHUS.       Musk.
This is an odoriferous secretion found stored up in peculiar
bags or follicles in the Musk Ox, Mioschuts mosehiferus (Order,
Ruminantia).    It exists only in the males.  The best musk
comes from China, and is very valuable as a perfume.  It is in
soft reddish-brown grains, which possess a strong and wellknown odor, and a bitter, disagreeable taste.    Musk acts
medicinally as a diffusible stimulant and antispasmodic.  Thus
it is used to rouse the system in low cases of typhoid and other
fevers; and to act upon the nerves in chronic spasmodic diseases, as hysteria and epilepsy. The dose in substance is five
grains to a scruple, every three or four hours.
Miistzra Moschi (L. 1836): one to two ounces.
Mistura Moschi Ammoniata (White): dose, one to one and a
half ounces.
2020.        P Moschi,
Ammonis Carbonatis, ana gr. x.
Confectionis Rosa, q. s. to make a bolus.
One every three hours.
Irn Mortification, attended with spasmodic action. —Dr. ELLIS.
2021.        I Moschi,
Camphorie, ana 3ss.
Olei Cajeputi, nrv, or sufficient to make a mass to be
divided into 12 pills. Two, every second or third
hour.
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2022.         R Moschi, gr. viij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ij.
(amllhore, gr. xxiv.
Syrupi, q. s. to make a mass to be divided into 6 pills. To
be taken during the day.
In Hospital Gangrene.-DUPUYTREN.
2023.         R Moschi, gr. viij.
Mist. Camph. 3j.
Sp. iEth. Oleos.
Sp. Amm. Arom. ana ass.
Mix: make a draught. Every third hour.
In the Prostration of Fever.-Dr. GRAVES.
2024.         R Moschi, gr. x.
JEtheris,
Tinct. Opii, ana gtt. xx.
Aqume Cinnamomi, 5j. Mix: make a draught.
Last Stage of Typhus.-Dr. HOOPER.
2025.          BI Moschi, gr. xxiv.
P. rad. Valerian, 9iss.
Camphore rasm, gr. xv.
Conserv. Rosarum, q. s. to make three boluses. One every
fourth hour.
Antispasmodic. —Dr. COPLAND.
2026.        iR Misturms Moschi, giv.
Spirit. A3th. Sulph. co.
Syrupi Aurantii, ana ~j. Mix: a sixth part for a dose.
Stimulant Antispacsmodic. —Dr. HOOPEPR.
2027.        1R Moschi, gr. x-Dj.
Tinct. Castorei, 3ij
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3ij.
Aquae dest. 3j. Mix; make a draught.
In Coma from Fever.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2028.         f Moschi, gr. x.
Pulv. Valerianse, gss.
Pulv. Amyli, 3ss.
Aqua ferventis, Sviij. Mix: make an enema.
Antispasmodic and exeitant.-RADIUS.
MYRISTICA.        Nutmeg.
This is the roundish kernel of the fruit of the Myristica
moschata, or Nutmeg-tree (Nat. Ord. Myristicacee), a native
of the Molucca Islands.     The nutmeg is hard, of a grayish
color, and veined with red. It has an aromatic odor and taste,
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To the volatile oil nutmegs owe their stimulant and stomachic
properties; but they are seldom prescribed alone, being generally given with less agreeable medicines, in order to disguise
their flavor. Mace is a peculiar texture covering the shell of
the nutmeg. It also is aromatic, and is sometimes used in
medicine. The fat or butter of nutmegs may be used in making
ointments.  It is contained in the IEmplastrum Picis (L.).
The dose of powdered Nutmeg or Mace is ten to thirty
grains; of the Oleum Myristise, one to three drops.
Spiritus Myristiee (L., E., D.), one to four drachms.
Pulvis Aromaticus (U. S.), ten to thirty grains.
2029.       ] Cornu usti,
Pulv. Myristicse,
Lauri baccarum tost. ana gr. x.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, ss. Mix: make a powder.
In the Hectic attendant on Scrofulous Affections. —AuGUSTIN.
2030.        13 Pulv. Myristicoe,
Pulv. Calumbe, ana 3j.
Pulv. Salepi,.j.
Infusi Lini,.iv. Mix: make a stimulant enema.
AMMON.
MYRRHA.      Myrrh.
This gum-resin is produced by the Balsamodendron Myrrha,
a small tree belonging to the Nat. Ord. Terebinthacee. It acts
upon the mucous tracts in the same manner as the balsams,
checking their secretions when inordinate in quantity. It is
also tonic and antispasmodic.  It is given in atonic dyspepsia,
in chlorosis, in amenorrhoea, and in chronic bronchitis. It is
frequently conjoined with chalybeates and with aloes. Externally, the tincture is used in gargles; the powder in dentifrices,
and as an application to foul ulcers. Dose of the powder, ten
to thirty grains.
Decoctum 1Myrrhee (D.), one to two ounces.
Mlistura IMyrrha (Guy's), one to one and a half ounce.
Tinctura Myrrlhe, half to one drachm.
Emnplastrum Myrrhic.
24




362           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2031.          R Myrrhee contrite, gr. vj.
Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr. iij.
Potassse Nitratis, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 4 parts. One every four hours.
_Expectorant.-Dr. PARIS.
2032.          3 Pulv. Myrrhse, 3iss.
Pulv. Scillse, 3ss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ij.
Aquse, q. s. to make 30 pills. Two, night and morning.
In  Chronic Catarrh. —Mr. SAVORY.
2033.          1 Pulv. Myrrhse, 3j.
Pulv. Scillke, 3j.
Pulv. Ammoniaci, 3ss.
Ammon. Carb. 3ss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ij.
Mucilag. Acaciak, q. s. to make a mass: to be divided into
40 pills. Two, three times a day.
In Phthisis and Chronic Catarrh.-Dr. JoY.
2034.          R Myrrhse, 3iss.
Benzoini, 3ij.
Bals. Copaibse, 3j.
Extr. Glycyrrhizse, Div.
Mix: make 44 pills. Two, two or three times a day.
In Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. COPLAND.
2035.         R1 Ferri Subcarb. 3ss.
Pulv. MyrrhEe,
Extr. Aloes pur. ana 3j.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. vj.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s.
Mix: make 18 pills. Two or three, twice a day.
In Amenorrhoea.-Mr. SAVORY.
2036.          R Myrrhle elutriatse, gr. xxiv.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. ix.
Sol. Magnes. Bicarb. ~vj. Triturate together, and add
Vini Ipecacuanha, tLxl.
Mix: two spoonfuls every six hours.
Dr. BARON.
2037.          R Myrrhe pulv. 3j.
Ferri Sulphat. gr. iss.
Sodse Carbonatis, gr. iv.
Tinct. Croci, 3j.
Aquse Menthe Pulegii, iss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
Emmenagogue.-Dr. JoY.




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2038.        iR Myrrhhe contritoe, Dj.
Ferri Ammon. Chlor. gr. v. Rub up together, and add
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s.
Make an electuary, to be taken twice a day.
Eqnm  enagogue.-Dr. PARIS.
2039.         R Tinct. Myrrhs, ~j.
Tinct. Hellebori, gss.
Tinct. Cantharidis, 3ij.
Mix: in doses of thirty drops, in a little sugar and water, three times
a day.
In Amenorrhcea. —Dr. ELLIS.
2040.        R Tinct. Myrrhae,
Aceti, ana iij.
Mellis, ~j.
Infusi Contrayrve, Oiss. Mix: make a gargle.
In PPtrid Sore Throat, Scarlatina, Jyc.-Dr. FOTHERGILL.
2041.        R M3yrrh., j.
Calcis vivoe, 3ij.
AquTe, Oij.
Mix: infuse for a few days, then decant. To be injected into fistulous
ulcers.
St. MARIE.
2042.        R Oxidi Zinci, gr. xx.
Cerat. Galeni, jj.
Tinct. Myrrht, 3ss. Mix: make an ointment.
To irritable Erzuptions of the Slcin.-Dr. NELIGAN.
NAPHTIHA.    See SPIRITUS PYROXYLICUS.
NUX VOMICA. STRYCHNIA. 
Nux Vomica is the round flattened seed of the Strychnos
Nzix Vomica, a tree which inhabits the East Indies.       It is
very bitter in taste, and possessed of active and dangerous
properties.  Both the bitterness and activity are chiefly owing
to an alkaloid, Strychnia, which may be extracted from the
seeds, and which is poisonous in an extreme degree.   Another
alkaloid exists in them, called Brucia, which resembles Strychnia, but is less powerful.   Nux Voinica and Strychnia are
powerful excitants of the spinal system   of nerves, and thus
cause convulsions when given in an over-dose. Either of them
may be used to restore the power of muscular motion, when
this has been lost on account of a clot on the brain, which has
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364         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
regained its sound condition, no good can be done. Strychnia
may be applied locally in torpor or local paralysis of the muscular or sentient nerves.  It is also used as a tonic in dyspepsia, and has been given as an aphrodisiac. The dose of
the powdered seed is about five grains three times a day; of
Strychnia, one-twentieth to one-twelfth of a grain, carefully
watching its effects.
Preparations of Nux Vomica:
Extractum Nucis Vomiew (L., E.): dose, half to three grains.
Tinctura Nucis Vomicte (D., 1826): dose, five to ten minims,
or more.
Preparations of Strychnia:
Strychniw Murias (D.): dose, as Strychnia.
Stryehnie Acetas: dose, one-thirtieth to one-twentieth of a
grain.
Strychniwe Hydriodas: dose, one-sixteenth to one-tenth of a
grain.
Strychnine Phosphas: dose, one-twentieth to one-twelfth of a
grain.
Strychniae Sulphas: dose, one-twentieth to one-twelfth of a
grain.
Strychniw Nitras: dose, one-twentieth to one-twelfth of a
grain.
(Brucia may be given in the same cases as Strychnia, but is
much weaker.   Dose, quarter to one grain,)
Prescriptions for internal use, containing Nux Vomica.
2043.     P     Pulv. Nucis Vomicee, gr. xxx.
Confectionis Rosse, q. s. to make 10 pills. One, twice or
thrice a day, closely watching the effects.
In Paralysis. —Dr. ELLIS.
2044.        R Extr. Nucis Vom. Dj.
Extr. GlycyrrhizEe, Dvij.
Mix, and divide into 80 pills. Two to four, three times a day.
In Paralysis.-RADIUS..2045.       B Pulv. Acacie,
Pulv. Sacchari, ana gr. xij.
Pulv. Nucis Vom. gr. iij.
Mix: make a powder. One, every day.
In Diarrhoea and Dysentery.-HIUFELAND.




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2046.         I3 Extr. Nucis Vom. gr. ss.
Fellis bovis, gr. v.
Extr. Aloes aquosi, gr. j.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken every night.
Dr. WILSON.
2047.          R Extr. Nucis Vom. gr. vj.
Extr. Rhei, gr. ix.
Aloes Barbadensis, gr. ix.
Mix well, and divide into 12 pills. One, going to bed.
In habitual Constipation.
2048.          R Ext. Nucis Vomicee, gr. iij.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. xv.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. x.
Ext. Gentiane, )ij.
Mix: divide into 15 pills. (One, three times a day, half an hour after
meals.)
In Bilious Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.
2049.         IR Extr. Nucis Vom. gr. iij.
Fellis bovini inspiss. gr. vj.
Extr. Taraxaci, gr. xxiv.
Pulv..Myrrhe, gr. xviij.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. One, three times a day.
In Prurigo.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2050.          R Morphia, Acet. gr. j.
Extr. Nucis Vom. gr. ij.
Olei Olivme, gr. x. Dissolve, and add
Extr. rad. Hellebori nig. (Ph. Ed.) 3j.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, gr. viij.
AMellis, q. s.
Make into a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One, two or three times a
day.
In Chlorosis and Amnenorrhoea.-Dr. COPLAND.
2051.          1 Extr. Nucis Vom. gr. vj.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. vj.
Ferri Carb. c. Sacch. gr. xij.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. vj.
Pulv. Opii, gr. v.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One, twice a day.
In Diarrhoea from exhaustion. —Dr. NEVINS.
2052.          P Extr. Nucis Vom. gr. ij-vj.
Aquoe Melissse,,vj.
Mucil. Acacise,,ss.
Mix: two spoonfuls every second hour.
VON HILDENBRAND.




366           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
2053.          R Pulv. Nucis Vom. 3ss.
Misturac Acacias,
Aquas Cinnamomi, ana 3j.
Tinct. Cardam. co.,j.
Aqua destillate,,iij. Mix: one-sixth part for a dose.
Stimulant to the muscular system, in cases of Paralysis.
Dr. HooPER.
2054.          R Pulv. Nucis Vom. 3j.
AquT, 5viij. Boil to f3vj, and add
Tinct. Opii, 3j.,ss every two hours.
In Dysentery. —Dr. HOOPER.
2055.          R Extr. Nucis Vom. 3ij.
Mucilaginis, jj.
Aquae distillate, ~vj.
Syrupi Althe,,j.
Mix: a tablespoonful every second hour.
In the painful Colic of Epidemic Dysentery. —      RICHTER.
2056.          R Pulv. Nucis Vom.
Bismuthi Nitratis,
Extr. alcohol. Nucis Vom. ana gr. ss.
Magnes. Carb. gr. iij.
Sacchari, gr. xv.
Olei Menthae pip. gtt. ij.
Mix: make a powder. A powder every three hours.
In Cramp of the Stomach.-VOGT.
2057.          R Tinct. Nucis Vom. gtt. ij.
Aquae Laurocerasi,.j.
Mix: ten drops in some appropriate vehicle, night and morning.
In the Vomiting of Pregnancy.-KROYLA.
2058.          R Tinct. Nucis Vom. gss.
Tinct. Cinchonae c..iss.
Tinct. Calumbe,,iss.
Mix: dessertspoonful in glass of water three times daily, one hour before meals.
For Intestinal Irritation occurring after meals.
Dr. J. S. NICOL.
2059.         R Tinct. Nucis Vom.
Tinct. Cantharidis,
JEtheris Phosphorati, ana 3ij.
Mix: 30 drops, three or four times a day.
In Paralysis, fc. —VOGT.
2060.          R Tinct. Nucis Vom. 5ij.
Tinct. Cinchonme, 3Aj.
Infusi Cinchone, 5vij.
Mix: make a mixture. f j three times a day.
In Paralysis, consequent on Fevers. and other Acute Diseases.
Dr. NELIGAN.




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2061.          R Tinct. Nucis Vomicam, gss.
Syrupi Ferri Superphosph. 3vj.
Aqun Cinnamomi, 3vj.
Mix: a teaspoonful in water, twice a day.
In Paraplegia.-Dr. WILSON.
Prescriptions for internal use, containing Strychnia.
2062.         13 Strychnim, gr. iij.
Alcoholis, jj.
Dissolve: dose, from six to twenty-four drops in any mixture or drink.
MAJENDIE.
2063.          R Strychnise, gr. ij.
Extracti Valerianae, q. s. to make a mass, to be divided
into 32 pills. One early in the morning for five days,
then one, morning and evening.
In Amaurosis. —FURNARI.
2064.          R Strychniue, gr. j.
QuinT Disulphatis, 3ss.
Conf. Rose Galliene, 3j.
Rub up together until well mixed, and make a mass, to be divided into
20 pills. (One pill for a dose.)
Stimulant to the Muscular System in Cases of Paralysis.
Dr. HooPER.
2065.    P     ~ Strychniue, gr. j.
Pil. Rhei co. 3j.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. vj.
Olei Menth. pip. gtt. iv.
Mix well, and divide into 15 pills. One, twice a day.
In Dyspeptic, Neuralgic, and Hysterical Affections.
Dro RYAN.
2066.         1R Strychnie, gr. ij.
Ext. Hyoscyami, ass.
Morph. Sulph. gr. iij.
Capsici pulv. 3ss.
Zinci Sulph. gr. xv.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 30 pills. One, three or four times
a day.
In Facial Neuralgia.-Dr. H.       GREEN.
2067.     P    R Strychnie, gr. j.
Spirit. rectif. 5ss. Dissolve, and add
Spirit. 2Etheris Nitrici, kiss.
Syrupi Rhceados, 9j.
Aquoe, 9v.
Mix: make a mixture. Dose, 3ss three times a day.
Stimulant to the JIiuscular System in Paralysis.-Dr. HooPER.




368          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2068.        IR Strychnioe, gr. j.
Acidi Nitrici dil. 3j.
Aquas, xij. Mix: dose, fgj three times a day.
In Irritability of the Stomach, with Phosphatic Urine.
Dr. G. BIRD.
2069.        Rl Strychnise, gr. j.
Aceti destillati, 3j.
Make a solution: dose, Ilvj in spring water twice a day.
Tonic.-Dr. PARIS.
2070.        1R Strychnise purse, gr. j.
Aquae destillatse, gij.
Acidi Acetici, gtt. iij.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful night and morning.
MAJENDIE.
2071.; Strychnie Acet. gr. iij.
Alcoholis, 3j.
Aquse Cinnam. 3vij.
Mix: five drops twice a day in some suitable vehicle.
In Paralysis, &c. —LUDERS.
Prescriptions for external use, containing Nux Vomica.
2072.         3 Extr. Nucis Vomicse, gr. viij.
Alcoholis, gij.
Aquoe Ammonie fort.,ss. Mix: make a lotion.
Stimulating to Paralyzed Limbs.-RADIUS.
2073.        lB Tinct. Nucis Yomicse, 3j.
Liq. Ammon. fort. 3ij. Mix: make a liniment.
To be rubbed on Palsied Parts, or on the Abdomen in Asiatic
Cholera.                                    MAJENDIE.
2074.         I Tinct. Nucis Vomicse, jj.
Aquan Colonis (-Eau de Cologne), giij.
Mix: make an embrocation.
A Friction in Local Paralysis.-TROUSSEAu and REVEIL.
2075.         R Tinct. Nucis Vomicse, sss.
Essentie Camphorse,
Essentise Carui, ana 3ij.
Aquae destillatas, ~vij. Mix: make a stimulant lotion.
In Skin -Diseases. —Dr. NELIGAN.
Prescriptions for external use, containing Strychnia.
2076.         R Strychnise, gr. xvj.
Axungiae, gj.
Triturate well together to form an ointment.
As a Friction for Paralyzed Parts. —BOUCHARDAT.




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2077.         R Strychnie, gr. xxiv.
Olei Oliva, ~j.
Mix: make an eye-wash. Twelve drops, to be used four times a day.
In Amaurosis. —CUNIER.
2078.        PR Strychnine, 3ss.
Olei Olivse, hiss.
Mix: ten drops to be rubbed over the temples three or four times a day.
In cases of Amaurosis, depending on Paralysis of the Optic
Nerve.                                    Dr. NELIGAN.
OLEA    EMPYREUMATICA.            Empyreumatic Oils.
These are oily liquids, obtained by the destructive distillation of various substances.    Those obtained from vegetable
matters are numerous, but not much employed.          Thus oils
having stimulant properties are obtained by distilling Myrrh,
Guaiacum-wood, and Box-wood.       Those made by the destructive distillation of Belladonna and iHyoscyamus are narcotic
in their action.
The Oleum Cornu Oervi, or Dippel's animal oil, is obtained.
by the distillation  of hartshorn   shavings.   It is produced
along with ammonia, from which it is separated, by rectification, by the destruction of the animal matters of the horn.   It
has a strong and disagreeable smell, and sharp acid taste.    It
acts as a stimulant and antispasmodic.      In large doses it is
very poisonous. It is diaphoretic, and of use in destroying
intestinal worms.   It has been given in chorea and tetanus,
and applied as a rubefacient externally. Dose, five to ten
drops.
2079.         R Olei Cornu Cervi, 3j.
2Etheris Sulphurici, 3xv.
Mix: fifteen to thirty drops for a dose.
As a Stimulant and Antispasmodic. —BERAL.
2080.          01 Olei empyreumatici Cornu Cervi,,ij.
Olei Terebinthinse, ~vj.
Mix. Let the mixture stand for three days; then, distil f3vj from a
glass retort. Divide this into six small vials, well stoppered, and
place them in a cold and dark place. Take fifteen minims (gradually augmented to a drachm) in a little Cinnamon water, every
night and morning, for five or six weeks. (The bowels must previously have been well cleared out.)
For Tape-worm. —M. CHABERT.




370         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2081.       R1 Olei Dippelii, 3j.
Olei Amygdale, 3vj.
Saponis Terebinthine, 3iv. Mix: make a liniment.
As an exciting appllication, and for rzbbing on the Abdomen ir
cases of Worms.                             SUNDELIN.
For various Oils, see MORRvHU        O OLEUM, RICINI OLEUM,
TEREBINTHINIE OLEUM, TIGLII OLEUM, &C.
OLIVYE OLEUM.         Olive Oil.
This oil is expressed from the fruits of the Olea Europwea,
or common Olive-tree (Nat. Ord. Oleinee), which is extensively cultivated in Southern Europe and Syria.    It is bland
and pleasant to the taste, and in considerable doses acts as a
gentle laxative.  It is also employed as a demulcent and
emollient, both for internal and external use. The dose, as a
cathartic, is about one ounce.
Enema Olei Olivs (U. S.) is laxative and anthelmintic.
2082.    RP Olei Olive, ~j.
Mannre, giss.
Mucilaginis, 3vj. Mix. Dose, three tablespoonfuls.
As a Laxative.
2083.       I1 Olei Oliv e, gviij.
Spirit. Ammon. Aromat. 3ij.
Mix: three spoonfuls, night and morning.
Anthelmintic.-Dr. ELLIS.
2084.       RI Olei Olive, vel.
Olei Coc. Palmat. ~iv.
Cerne albme, 3iiss.
Cetacei, ass.
Liquefy by a slow heat, and when cooled, take an ounce and rub it up
diligently with half a drachm of calomel. Make an ointment.
_For Ring-worm of the Scalp. —Mr. C. HOGG.
OLIBANUM.
This fragrant gum-resin is chiefly the produce of an Indian
tree, Boswellia thurifera (Nat. Ord. Terebinthaceoe).  It has
been used in medicine to check excessive secretions from the
mucous membranes, as in Bronchitis, Leucorrhoea, &c.       It
occasionally enters into the formation of plasters, but is not
so much employed as it used to be in former times.




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2085.        R Olibani, 3j.
Pulv. Cort. Aurant. gr. iv.
Syrupi Tolutani, q. s. to make a bolus. To be taken in the
evening, and followed in the morning by the following draught.
Tinct. Benzoin. co. nxl.
Syrupi Tolutani, j.
Decocti Cinchonae, hiss. Mix.
In ]Fluor Albus.-Dr. E. CLARK.
OPIUM.    MORPHIA.
Opium is perhaps the most important drug in the whole
Materia Medica.  It is the half-dried juice obtained by cutting
the unripe capsule of the White or Eastern Poppy, Pagpaver
somniferaum (Nat. Ord. Pajaveracee).  There are many kinds
of Opium   in commerce.   The Turkey or Smyrna Opium,
which occurs in small irregular masses, covered outside with
the capsules of a species of dock, is of excellent quality, and
generally preferred.  The various kinds of Opium produced in
India are also very good.
Opium, applied externally, acts as a sedative, lulling pain.
Given internally in moderate doses, it first produces some excitement, quickening of the pulse, and heat of skin.  This
effect is quickly followed by a tendency to sleep, and a diminution of sensibility. It abates or banishes pain, if present.
It diminishes irritation, and relaxes the muscular system. It
diminishes the secretion of the bowels, but increases that of
the skin, acting as a sudorific.  Taken continually in small
doses, it causes a kind of intoxication, as in opium-eaters.
Taken in an over-large dose, it is a dangerous narcotic poison,
causing deep sleep, with contraction of the pupil of the eye,
succeeded by coma and death.
When not contraindicated, it is the best anodyne and soporific with which we are acquainted. A state of high fever or
inflammation forbids its use, as its primary operation is that
of a stimulant. It is seldom given when there is a parched
tongue and dry skin.  In most cases of great pain or irritation, in moderate fever with a moist skin and no cerebral disorder, in delirium tremens, in cancer, in bronchitis (combined




372        THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
with camphor or ipecacuanha, as in Paregoric and Dover's
powder), opium may be prescribed. It is given to check the
discharge in dysentery and diarrhoea, as a diaphoretic in many
cases, and as an antispasmodic in convulsive disorders. It
may be combined with calomel in severe inflammations, as
pleurisy; and Dr. Graves gave it in fevers with tartar emetic.
In cases of poisoning by opium, the stomach-pump should
first be used, or an emetic of sulphate of zinc given; the
patient must be kept awake by continual walking between
attendants; after the vomiting, cold water maybe poured on
the face and chest, and an infusion of gall-nuts given, followed
by brandy and coffee. Artificial respiration may succeed when
all other means have failed.
Opium contains many peculiar chemical principles, but its
narcotic properties are chiefly owing to one of these, the alkaloid Morphia. Of this, good opium contains about twelve per
cent., in combination with Meconic acid. This morphia may
be extracted from opium, and used separately, either in the
pure form or in combination with various acids, with which it
forms salts soluble in water and spirit. Morphia resembles
opium in its action, but is rather less stimulating. It may
be used in the same cases.
The usual dose of opium for the adult is about one grain,
but as much as three grains may be given in urgent cases.
It acts powerfully on children, and should be given to them
either in very small doses, or not at all.  The doses of the
various preparations of opium and morphia are as follow:
Those enumerated first are for internal use.
Extractum Opii (L., E., D.), half of a grain to three grains.
Extractum Opii Vinosum (Paris Cod.), quarter of a grain
to one grain.
Pilulzs Opii (E.), five to ten grains. (Contain one grain
in five.)
Pihliwe Calomelanos et Opii (E.), five to ten grains.
Trochisci Opii (E.) contain each one-tenth of a grain of the
extract.




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Confectio Opii (L., E.), ten grains to one drachm.  (One
grain in thirty-six to forty-three.)
Linctus Opiatus (Guy's Hosp.), one drachm.
Tinctura Opii (L., E., D.), ten drops to half a drachm or
more, for adults; dangerous for children.
Tinctura Opii Ammoniata (E.) contains in eighty drops one
grain of opium.
Tinctura Opii Aromatica (Guibourt), five to fifteen minims.
Tinctura Opii Foetida (Fulda), fifteen minims to one drachm.
Acetumn Opii (E.), five to ten minims.
Acetum Opii (D.), ten to thirty minims.
Vinum Opii (L., E., D.), ten minims to one drachm. Used
also as an application to the eyeball in ophthalmia.
Liquor Opii Sedativus (Battley), five to twenty minims.
Guttwe Nigrew ("Black Drop "), five to ten minims.
Syrupus Opii (Paris Codex), one to four drachms.
The following preparations, named after other substances,
owe their chief activity to the opium which they contain. The
compound powders of Ipecacuan and Kino, and the pills containing Ipecacuan, may be referred to in their places; the rest
will be numbered here among the preparations of opium.
Pulvis Ipecacuanhae Compositus.
Pulvis Kino Compositus.
Pilul Ipecacuanha Composite.
PilulxT Ipecacuanhw cum Scilla.
(Vide pp. 319, 326.)
Pilula Saponis (omposita (L., D.), five to, ten grains. (Contains one grain in five.)
Pilula Styracis Composita (L., E.), five to ten grains. (One
grain in five.)
Pulvis (retwe Compositus cum Opio (L., E., D.), ten to thirty
grains, -in Diarrhoea. (One grain of opium in forty.)
Tinctura Camphorw COomposita (L., E., D.), or Paregoric,
contains one grain of opium in half an ounce. It is frequently
added to cough mixtures. Dose, half a drachm to half an
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374        THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
known as Tinctura Opii Camphorata, a name which had better
be avoided in prescriptions, to prevent the possibility of mistakes.
The following preparations of Morphia are in frequent use:
MJorphia, quarter to half a grain.
lorphiae Acetas (L., E., D.), one-eighth to quarter of a grain.
Morphie Jiydrochaoras (L., E., D.), quarter to half a grain.
Morpzhie Hydriodas (Dr. Thompson), quarter to half a grain (?)
Morphime Sul2pzas (U. S.), one-eighth to quarter of a grain.
Liquor Morphine Acetatis (L., D.), five to twenty minims.
Liquor Morplzhiwe Hydrochloratis (L., E., D.), five to twenty
minims.
Liquor Morphixe Citratis (Majendie), six to thirty drops in
a day.
Liquor Morphie Sulphatis (U. S.) contains one-eighth of a
grain of the salt in one drachm.
Solutio Morphie Bineconatis (Squire), five to thirty minims.
Syrup2us Morp7hiwe Acetatis (D.), one drachm or more.
Syrupus Morphiwe Hydroclzoratis (D.), one drachm or more.
Syrupus Morphiwe Sulphatis (Paris) is intended as a substitute for Syrup of Poppies; each ounce contains quarter of a
grain.
Trochisci MJforp2 iee (E.) contain each one-fortieth of a grain
of Morphire Hydrochloras.
Trochisci Morphia et Ipecaceuanhw (E.) contain the same
quantity.
The remaining preparations are employed only for external
use.. (The opium clyster is necessarily included here.)
Enema Opii (L., E.).
Linimentum Opii (L., E., D.).
Emplastrum Opii (L., E., D.).
Unguentunz Opii (L.).
Collyrium Anodynumn (Paris Codex).
Unguenturn Galle Compositum (L.), and
Unguentum Gallwe et Opii (E.), contain opium.




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Prescriptions containing Opium for internal use.
2086.:R Pulveris Opii, gi. x.
Extr. Glycyrrhizmt, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 80 pills. One, as required.
Diaphoretie and Expectorant.-W       URTEMBURG PHARM.
2087.         Ij Pulveris Opii, gr. j.
Extr. Fellis Bovini, gr. v-viij. Mix, and divide into 2 pills.
As a non-constipating Opiate. —Dr. BETHUNE.
2088.         ZR Pulv. Opii, gr. |.
Hydr. Chlor. gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder, to be taken three times a day.
In Pleurisy, with large effusion. —Dr. BUDD.
2089.          R Opii Pulv. gr. ij.
Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Theriacse, q. s. to make 4 pills. One, twice a day.
Rheumvatism. —Dr. JoY.
2090.         1R Opii purificati, gr. j.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iv.
Pulv. Antim. Co. gr. viij.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 4 pills. One, every six hours.
With effervescing draughts at the commencement of Fevers.
Dr. GREGORY.
2091.          R Pulv. Ipecac. gr. iij.
Opii contrit. gr. j.
Potass. Nitratis, gr. x.
Rub up thoroughly into a powder, to be taken going to bed.
_Diaphoretic. —Dr. PARIS.
2092.          R Pulv. Opii, gr. iv.
Potassme Nitratis,
Sacchari lactis, ana 3iss. Mix, and divide into 6 powders.
Antispasmodic.-PHEoBUS.
2093.         ZR Pulv. Ipecac. rad. gr. iv.
Soda Carb. exsic. 3ij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ij.
Mix, and divide into 4 powders. One, every six hours.
In Spasmodic Asthma, and Pertussis of Adults.-Dr. JoY.
2094.         IR Pulv. Opii, gr. iv.
Extr. Hyoscyami,
Extr. Conii, ana gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. One at night.
Anodyne.-Dr. ELLIS.




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2095.         R Pulv. Opii, gr. iiss.
Moschi, gr. vj.
Camphorse, gr. vj.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken in syrup.
In Tetanus.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
2096.        PR Pulveris Opii, gr. ij.
Moschi, gr. v.
Magnesise, gr. iv.
Sacchari lactis, gr. x.
Mix: to be taken every two to four hours.
In Delirium   Tremens.-VOGT.
2097.         R Pulv. Opii, gr. x.
Camphorte rasse, Dij.
Ammonise Carbonatis, Div.
Amyli, gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 8 powders. One, every hour or two hours.
Antispasmodic.-SWEDIAUR.
2098.         R Extr. Opii, gr. x.
Antimonii Sulphureti prmcipitati, gr. xij.
Potasste Nitratis, gr. xxiv.
Syrupi, q. s. Mix: make 6 pills. One at night.
To cause Perspiration, and to ease pain in Rheumatism.
RECAMIER.
2099.         R Pulv. Opii, gr. iv.
Calomelanos, gr. vj.
Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Extr. Conii, Dj.
Mix: make 8 pills. Two going to bed.
In Rheumatic Pains.-Mr. BRANDE.
2100.          R Pulv. Opii, gr. x.
Sacchari, 3j.
Aquse Cinnamomi,,vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every two hours.
In Tetanus and Colica Pictonum. —Dr. ELLIS.
2101.    ]     1 Extr. Opii, gr. iij.
Camphorse, gr. vj.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 6 pills. One to three a day.
Anodyne and Antispasmodic.-FoY.
2102.         R Extr. Opii, gr. j.
Plumbi Acetatis, gr. iv.
Pulv. Hyoscyami, gr. viij.
Mix: make 8 pills. One, night and morning.
In Epilepsy-RECAMIER.




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2103.          R Extr. Opii,
Hydrarg. Acetatis,
Camphore, ana gr. xij.
Syr. Papav. q. s. to make 30 pills. One, night and morning.
In Syphilis.-Mr. CARMICHAEL.
2104.          B Extr. Opii, gr. xij.
Extr. Valerianae,
Moschi, ana gr. xxiv.
Mix: make 16 pills. (First one, then two, then three a day.)
In Hysteria.-FoY.
2105.          R Extr. Opii, gr. j.
Zinci Sulphatis, gr. iv.
Syrupi Acacie, q. s. to make 4 pills. Two a day.
In painful Mucous Discharges from      Urethra or Vagina. —Foy.
2106.          R Extr. Opii, gr. lxxij.
Argenti Nitratis, gr. vj.
Moschi, gr. xlviii.
Camphors, gr. xcvi.
Mix: make 96 pills. One, morning and evening, gradually increasing
the dose.
In Epilepsy and Paralysis.-FoY.
2107.     B, Liq. Opii Battleii, ntxij.
Aquse Cinnamomi,.iss.
Mix: make a draught. Take at night.
In Fevers, $c.-Dr. THOMAS.
2108.          B Liq. Opii sedativi, t1xx.
Syrupi Papav. Rhceados, 3ij.
Misturae Camphorse,.j. Mix: make a draught.
In Febrile and Inflammatory Affections.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2109.          R Tinct. Opii, PLrxxx.
Liq. Ammon. Acet.
Aquae Cinnamomi,
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana ~ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at bedtime, or on the return of
pain.
Dr. HOOPER.
2110.         1R Tinct. Opii, nLxxv.
Spirit. _Etheris Sulph. nLxxx.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3iss.
Mist. Camphorse,,j. Mix: make ain anodyne draught.
Dr. JOY.
2111.         Rt Tinct. Opii, nlxx-xxx.
Tinct. Caryophylli, 3ij- ss.
Acidi Nitrici dil. rtxx.
Aquae Pimentae, ~j. Mix: make an anodyne draught.
Dr. COPLAND.
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378           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2112.          R Guttarum Nigrarum (Houlton's), TLx.
Spirit. Etheris Nitrici, 3ss.
Aquae destillatse, 3j. Mix: make an anodyne draught.
FoY.
2113.          R Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Tartari Emetici, gr. iv.
Mist. Camphorae, viij.
Mix: make a mixture. f ss every second hour.
In Typhus Fever.-Dr. GRAVES.
2114.          1 Antim. Tart. gr. j.
Gum. Tragacanthse, 3j.
Aquae communis, ~vij.
Tinct. Opii, Mtxx.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3vij.
Mix: make a febrifuge mixture. Dose, f j.
M. PEYSSON.
2115.          R Potassae Carbonatis, 3j.
Aquse Menthse viridis,.j.
Tinct. Opii, wlxxv.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken atbedtime with a tablespoonful of
lemon-juice.
Soporific and Refrigerant.-Dr. HOOPER.
2116.'I- Conf. Aromat. 3j.
Conf. Opii, 3ss.
Mist. Cretse, 3x.
Spir. Ammon. Arom. gtt. x.
Syrupi Zingib. 3j. Mix: make a draught.
In Diarrhoea.
2117.          R Potassse Bicarb. 3j.
Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. gtt. xij.
Tinct Opii, 3j.
Mist. Camphorse,
Aquse, ana.iv. Mix: a sixth part three times a day.
In Dyspepsia with Irritable Stomach.-Dr. G. LYON.
2118.             ILiq. Opii sedativi, 5j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ij.
Liq. Ammon. Acetatis, ~iss.
Syrupi Tolutani, 5ij.
Mist. Camphorse, iv.
Mix: a sixth part two or three times a day.
In Severe Coughs.-Mr. MORGAN.
2119.          R Vini Opii, gtt. x.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3j.
Aquse Melissse, gij.
Tinct. Castoris, gtt. xx.
Syrupi Opii, 3ss. Mix. Dose, a tablespoonful.
In  Uterine Colic.-AUGUSTIN.




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2120.          ~ Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Acidi Sulph. dil. 3j.
Mellis, hiss.
Mix: make a linctus. A teaspoonful when the cough is urgent.
In Cough of Phthisis.- Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
Prescriptions containing Morphia, &c., for internal use.
2121.          1~ Morphiae, gr. j.
Confect. Rosse, q. s. to make a mass, to be divided into
6 pills.
MAJENDIE.
2122.          R Morphise Acetatis, gr. j.
Confect. Rosee, gr. xvj. Mix, and divide into 8 pills.
MIALHE.
2123.          R Morp;his Acetatis, gr. ss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iij.
Mix: make a pill. To be repeated in six hours,
In Mucous,Enteritis.-Dr. GREGORY.
2124.! Morphise Sulph. gr. ij.
Potassii Cyanidi, gr. iv.
Mucilag. q. s. to make 24 pills. One, every six hours.
In Neuralgia.-ROUGIER.
2125.         R1 Morphiae Hydrochlor. gr. 4.
Pilulke Hydrarg.
Extr. Lupuli, ana gr. ij.
Mix: make a pill. To be taken at bedtime.
In Inflammatory Fever.-Dr.          THOMAS.
2126.          R Morphiae Acetatis, gr. j.
Pulv. Digitalis,.gr. vj.
Extr. Pulsatille, gr. xij.
Sacchari, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 36 powders. One, four times a day.
In the Cough and Sleeplessness of Consumptive Patients.
CADET.
2127.          1 Morphia Acetatis, gr. xv.
Cupri Ammonio-sulphatis, 3ss.
Fellis inspissati,
Pulv. Quassiae, ana Div.
Mix, and divide into 100 pills. Take five, night and morning.
I1n Diabetes lellitus. -BRENDT.
(The dose is very large.-ED.)
2128.          R Morphie Sulph. gr. j.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhae, gr. iij.
Olei Amygdalae, gtt. xij.
Extr. Aconiti, gr. ij.
Pulv. Glycyrrhize,
Mellis, ana quant. suff.
Mix: make 6 pills. One, every three or four hours.
BRERA.




380           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
2129.          R Morphiae Acetatis, gr. xvj.
Aquae destil.,j.
Acidi Acetici, liiij.
Spir. Vini, 3iss. Mix. (In doses of from 5 to 30 drops.)
Anodyne.-Dr. COPLAND.
2130.          R Morphiae grani quartam partem,
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
Aqua destillatae, jj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at night.
BRERA.
2131.          R Morphiae Acetatis, gr. a.
Aceti destil. rlij.
Aquae florum Aurant. 3ij.
Aquse destil.,j
Syrupi Aurant. 3ss. Mix: make a quieting draught.
Dr. PARIS.
2132.          R Morphiae Acetatis, gr. j-ij.
Inf. Gentianae co. Zvss.
Syrupi Aurant.,ss.
Dissolve and mix. A fourth part three times a day.
In Chorea of Adults.-Dr. THOMAS.
2133.          R Solut. Morphie Acetatis, gtt. xx.
Lactucarii, gr. x.
Inf. Anthemidis, Zv.
Syrupi Althaeae, ~ss. Mix. Dose, a spoonful.
BERAL.
2134.         R1 Morphiae Hydrochlor. gr. j.
Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. lnv.
Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. 3ss.
Aqnae, ~j.
Syrupi Scillae, 3j.
Mix: f3j when the cough is troublesome.
In the Cough of Phthisis.-Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
2135.         R Liq. Morph. Acet. mlJj-ij.
Aquae, Zj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken in the morning. (To be succeeded by the following:)
2136.          R Magnes. Sulph. 3j.
Inf. Rosae, kiss.
Acidi Hydrocyan. MLj.
Syrupi Tolut. 3j.
Mx: make a draught. To be taken early in the morning.
In Hewmoptysis.-Sir C. SCUDAMORE.
2137.          R Codeinse, gr. iss.
Aquse Laurocerasi, 3iiss.
Aque flor. Tilioe, Piij.
Syrupi, ~j. Mix: a tablespoonful every half hour.
For Pain and Sleeplessness. —TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.




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Prescriptions containing Paregoric and other preparations, not
generally named after opium.
2138.          R Tinct. Opii Camphoratte, gss.
Tartari Emetici, gr. j.
Nitratis Potassae, 3ij.
Mist. Amygdalar. ~xij.
Mix: make a cough mixture. A tablespoonful every hour, or when the
cough is troublesome.
In Bronchitis.-Dr. GRAVES.
2139.          R Tinct. Camphorse co. M1xx.
Vini Ipecacuanha, nlx.
Vini Antim. Tart. mtxxx.
Mucilag. Acaciae, 3vij. Mix: f3ij every fourth hour.
In severe Coughs of Children of four years of age.
Dr. WEST.
2140.          R Tinct. Camphorm co. ~j.
Vini Antim. ss.
Pulv. Acacike,
Extr. Glycyrrhizwe, ana 3iij.
Aquoe, 3vj.
Mix well. A tablespoonful every three or four hours.
In Catarrh.-Dr. DEWEES (U. S.).
2141.         1r Syrupi simp. gij.
Vini Antimonii,
Tinct. Camph. co. ana 3j.
Tinct. Tolutani, n1Lxij.
Mix: a teaspoonful in a decoction of barley three or four times a day,
while the cough is troublesome.
For Children.-Mr. SAVORY.
2142.          R Pil. Saponis c. Opio, gr. xx.
Camph. rasm et redactwe, 3ss.
Mucilag. q. s.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One, every sixth hour.
In Irritation of the Neck of the Bladder.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2143.          f Pil. Styracis comp.
Confect. Aromaticae, ana 3ss.
Mix, and make 12 pills. Two every night.
In Diarrhoea.
Enemata, Injections, and Suppositories.
2144.          R Tinct. Opii, gtt. v-vj.
Inf. Valerianre, giij. Mix: make an enema.
For Spasms in Children.-SWEDIAUJR.
2145.         I~ Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Inf. Valerianae,:x.
Mucilag. Acacie, ~j. Mix: make an enema.
Antispasmodic. —Dr. COPLAND.




382           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
2146.          R Amyli, 3j.
Aquae calidae, Oj.
Morphise Acetatis, gr. j. Mix: make an enema.
In Chronic Diarrhoea. —C     ADET.
2147.          R Mist. Acacie, ~iij.
Olei Olive, jj. Mix, and add
Vini Opii, lxxxx. Make an enema.
In Ardor Urinw.-Dr. THOMAS.
2148.          R Liq. Opii sedativi, tlxxx.
Inf. Valerianse, 3j.
Mucilag. Acacie, 3ss. Mix: make an enema.
To allay pain in Cancer of the Womb.-Dr. ASHWELL.
2149.          R Extr. Opii, gr. ij.
Aquae ferventis, 3viij.
Dissolve, and strain through paper; then add
Hydrarg. Chloridi, 3j.
Mucilag. Acaciae, j.
Mix: make an injection. To be used twice a day.
Mr. COULSON.
2150.          R Pulv. Opii, gr. iss.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. v.
Saponis Hispan. q. s. to make a suppository.
Anodyne in painful Affections of the Bowels.
2151.          R -Opii, gr. xij.
Liq. Plumbi Diacet. gtt. xij.
Aque, six. Mix: make an injection.
In Gonorrhoea. —GIRTENNER.
2152. -          P. Opii, gr. iij.
Decoct. Lini sem. 3vj. Mix: make an injection.
In painful Affections of the Urethra.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2153.          R Morphiae, gr. ij.
Vitelli ovi unius,
Olei Anthemidis,
Olei Papaveris, ana 3j. Mix: make an injection.
To ease pain in Earache, acute Gonorrhoea, and Hwemorrhoids.
BRERA.
The remaining prescriptions are for external use only.
2154.          R Opii pulv. 3iss.
Pulv. Lini sem. ass.
Aquae pure, Oiss.
Boil to a pint, then strain. Make a lotion, to be used while hot.
As an Application to bruised and painful parts.




THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.                 883
2155.          R Extr. Opii, 3ij.
Aquae ferventis, Oj. Dissolve, and strain.
As a Fomentation in Pruriginous Affections.-RADIUS.
2156.          R Morphike Sulph. gr. vj.
Boracis, ss.
Aquae Rosas, 3iij. Mix: make a lotion.
As an Application in Pruritus Vulvae, washing first with tepid
soap and water.                                   MEIGS.
2157.    P     R Decoct. Lini seminum, 3iv.
Croci stigmatorum, 3j.
Vini Opii, 3j.
Macerate the shffron in the decoction, strain, and add the wine of opium.
Make an eye-wash.
In Ophthalmia.-FoY.
2158.          R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3ss.
Vini Opii, 3j.
Aquse Rosse, 3viij. Mix: make an eye-wash.
Ophthalmia.-Dr. HOOPER.
2159.          R Lin. Saponis co. 3j.
Liq. Ammonise, 3iij.
Olei Caryophylli, 3j.
Tinct. Opii,.ss. Mix: make an anodyne liniment.
Dr. COPLAND.
2160.          R Olei Amygdalse, gij.
Camphorse, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, 3ss. Mix: make an anodyne liniment.
Mr. SAVORY.
2161.         PR AEtheris Sulph. 3iiss.
Tinct. Camphorse, iiss.
Tinct. Opii, 3ss. Mix: make an embrocation.
In Flatulent Colic.-Dr. AINSLIE.
2162.          R Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Liq. Ammoniae, 3j.
Tinct. Cantharidis, 5iij.
Lin. Saponis,.x. Mix: make a liniment.
In Lumbago. —Dr. HI. W. FULLER.
2163.          R Lin. Saponis co. iiss.
Liq. Ammonise,
Tinct. Cantharidis,
Tinct. Opii, ana 3j. Mix: make a liniment.
In Colic, and other local pains. —Dr. JOY.
2164           RTinct. Opii,
Spir. Ammon. co.
Lin. Saponis co. ana 3ij.
Mix: make an embrocation. To be rubbed on the back and sides.
In Influenza.-Mr. EVANs.




384          THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2165.         R Tinct. Opii, 3ij.
Tinct. Lyttae, 3ij.
Lin. Camphorve co. 3j.
Mix: make a liniment. To be rubbed on the chest.
In Hooping-cough. —Dr. WEST.
2166.         R Tinct. Opii, f j.
Spir. Camphorae,
Liq. Ammonike, ana gss.
Mix: make an embrocation. To be rubbed frequently over the region
of the belly.
In mild Cholera. —Dr. THOMAS.
2167.         R Morphine, gr. iij.
Olei Amygdali, 3j. Mix: make a liniment.
To be rubbed near the Eye in painful Affections of that organ.
POLI.
2168.         R Syrupi Opii, Gj.
Axungiae, giij.
Essentise Rose, nLiv. Mix: make an ointment.
For Chapped Lips.-PIERQUIN.
2169.         R Opii, ss.
Extr. Conii, 3j.
Ung. Resinae, ss. Mix: make an ointment.
To G'angrenous Ulcers.-CARUS.
2170.         R Opii pulv. subtiliss. 3j.
Camphorme rasa, gr. xv.
Adipis proeparatue, gss.
Mix: make an ointment. To be rubbed on the parts affected with spasm.
In Tetanus. —Dr. THOMAS.
2171.         I Ung. Hydrarg. fort. 3iij.
Ung. Opii, 3j.
Mix: make an ointment. To be used two or three times a day.
To Ulcers of the Sphincter Ani. —Mr. J. HILTON.
2172.         R Morphibe Acet. gr. iv.
Ung. Hydrarg. 3ij.
Adipis, 3ij.
Mix: make an ointment. A piece of the size of a pea to be rubbed on
the pubes.
In Cancer of the Uterus.-VON HILDENBRAND.
2173.      ]   r Opii Pulv  ij.
Camphoroe, 3ss.
Picis Burgund.
Emp. Litharg. ana q. s. to form a plaster.
For Rheumatic and Neuralgic Pains of the Chest, Back, and
Loins.                                     Dr. GRAVES.




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2174.        R Cataplasmatis simp. 3v.
Liquoris Opii Sydenhami, 3ss.
Pour the laudanum upon the plaster, and apply it warm to the painful
parts.
In Colicky Pains of the Belly.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
ORCHIS. See SALEPA.
ORIGANUM.       Marjoram.
The Origanum vulgare (Nat. Ord. Labiatce) is a native
plant, of a fragrant smell and pungent taste.  It contains a
volatile oil, which is separated by distillation, and possesses
stimulant and carminative properties. The infusion of Marjoram has been employed as a tonic, diaphoretic, and emmenagogue.  The dose of Oleum Origani is five to ten minims.
Infusum Origani, one ounce to one ounce and a half.
OVUM.     Egg.
The egg, which is so well known as. an article of food, is
produced by the hen of the domestic fowl, Phasianus Gallus.
Within a calcareous shell it contains two parts, divided by a
membrane, both fluid at first, but coagulated by heat.  These
are the white of egg (albumen ovi) and the yolk of egg (vitellus
ovi). The former is important medicinally as being the best
antidote to poisoning by any of the soluble salts of mercury
or copper. The yolk of egg is a yellow oleaginous fluid, which
forms an emulsion with water, and is of use in suspending many
oily and other substances which cannot well be given in solution.
Oleum Vitelli Ovi (Paris Codex) is used as an application
to sores and haemorrhoids.
2175.       R Ovi vitelli unius,
Aquue, Oij. Mix, and make an emulsion; then add
Salis communis, 3ss. Dissolve: for a drink.
In the Mesenteric Atrophy of Children. —HUFELAND.
2176.       R Ovi Vitelli, gss.
Cetacei, 3ij.
Syrupi AlthleaT, 3ss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3iss.
Aque destil. liv. Mix: a tablespoonful frequently.
As a Demulcent in Coughs. —Dr. GREGORY.




386         THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2177.    ]    1 Vitelli Ovi unius,
Olei Lini, Fiji
Mix well, and make a liniment. (The white of egg is used to make a
liniment in the same manner.)
As an Application to Burns. —RADIUS.
PPAPVER. Poppy.
This term is restricted to the ripe capsules of the poppy
which produces opium-P. somniferum. They are globular in
form, light, dry and brown outside; inside hollow, divided by
numerous partitions, and containing numerous small seeds
which yield a fixed oil. The capsules contain a narcotic principle, which is similar to opium. Their extract is used in the
same cases as opium, but it is not so powerful.  The decoction
of poppies is much used as an anodyne fomentation to painful
bruises and swellings.  Besides the narcotic principle, it'contains much mucilage, and some oil, derived from the seeds.
Extractumn Papaveris (L., E.), two to ten grains.
Decoctunm Papaveris (L., E., D.) is for outward use.
Syrupus Papaveris (L., E.), one to four drachms.
Cataplasma Papaveris, emollient and anodyne.
2178.'          Syrupi Papaveris,
Succi Limonum, ana ass.
Confect. Rosse,.j.
Mix: make a linctus. A teaspoonful, as required.
In Phthisieal Cough.-Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
2179.    J] Syrupi Papaveris, 3vj.
Oxymellis Scill.e, 5iij.
Decoct. Hordei, vrj.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In simple Catarrh.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
2180.       IR Syrupi Papaveris, ~ij.
Mucilag. Acacis, 3iss.
Conf. fruct. Rosse Caninse, ~j.
Acidi Silph dil. 3ij.
Mix: make a linctus. A teaspoonful frequently.
In Coughs.-Dr. COPLAND.
2181.        R Mucilag. Tragacanthas, iiss.
Oxymellis Scillee, 3ss.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful to be swallowed gradually;
frequently, when the cough is troublesome.
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2182.         R Mist. Camphorse, Six.
Potassme Nitratis, gr. vj.
Spir. Eth. Sulph. C. 3j.
Tinct. Opii, nRx-xij.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3ij.
Mix: make an anodyne draught, To be taken at bedtime.
Dr. COPLAND.
2183.         lf Tinct. Rhodii, gss.
Mucilag. Acacize ver. 3vj.
Triturate well, and add by degrees
Inf. Uvos Ursi,
Syrupi Papaveris, ana'ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Dose, a fourth part, three or four times a day.
In Asthma, and in Chronic Catarrhs.-Dr. COPLAND.
2184.    RP Mucilag. v.
Decoct. Papaveris, Oj.
Albuminis Ovi, 3j. Mix: make an injection.
In Acute Gonorrhoea. —GASS1COJRT.
PAREIRA.
This is the root of (Cissampelos Pareira, a climbing shrub,
of the Nat. Ord. Menispermaccee.        It has a slightly bitter
taste, and is demulcent and tonic in its action.     It has some
diuretic power.    It is used in diseases of the urino-genital
system-as in gonorrhoea, leucorrhoea-but chiefly in chronic
inflammation of the bladder, in which case Sir B. Brodie and
others prefer it to Uva Ursi.
Extractum   Pareire (L.), five grains to one scruple.
Decocturn Pareirwe, one to three ounces.
Infusum Pareirce (L., E.), one to two ounces.
Tinctura Pareire (Brodie), half a drachm to a drachm.
2185.         R Inf. Pareirse, gviij.
Acidi Nitrici dil. tlTxl.
Mix: make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls three or four times a day.
In Phosphatic Urine.-Dr. JoY.
2186.         J Inf. Pareirae, gviij.
Acidi Nitrici dil. nLxl.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ij. Mix: Zj-~iss for a dose.
In   Chronic Inflammation    of the Bladder, with Phosphatic
Urine.                Dr. HOOPER.
2187.         R Acidi Benzoici, gr. ix.
Decoct. Pareirse,,iss.
Acet. Morphia, gr. -1. Mix: make a draught.
In Mucous Urine.-Dr. G. BIRD.




388         THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
PAULLINIA.
This is a dried paste, formed of the pounded seeds of
Paullinia sorbilis, a climbing Brazilian plant (Nat. Ord. Sapindacew). It is much esteemed in South America as a tonic and
astringent, and has been given in chlorosis, diarrhoea, and dysentery. It is generally mixed with chocolate, and may be
taken almost ad libitum in this form.  The dose of Paullinia
is from ten to thirty grains.
Syrupus Paullinice (Gavrelle), half an ounce or more.
Pilulee Paullinix (Gavrelle), five to ten at a dose.
2188.       R3 Pulv. Ext. Paullinise, gr. 75.
Divide in pulv. 10. (From one to five of them to be taken at the beginning of a periodical headache, and one night and morning for several days about the time of the expected return.)
TROUssEAU and REVEIL.
2189.        R Paullinise, vss.
Sacchari albi, lbiss.
Aquse, q. s. to make a paste, which divide into 10-grain
lozenges.
GAVRELLE.
PEPSINA. Pepsine.
This is a peculiar albuminous principle which exists in the
digestive gastric juice of man and other animals. Rennet, a
fluid obtained by macerating the fourth stomach of the calf
in salt and water, owes to Pepsine its power of coagulating
milk. Rennet has been given in diabetes by Dr. Nelson.
Corvisart, Boudault, Ballard, and others have used the Pepsine in a solid form, mixed with starch, in cases of indigestion
from deficient secretion and pain after food.
The' poudre nutrimentive" of Corvisart, Pulvis Pepsine
et Amyli, is given (either neutral or with three drops of lactic
acid to a dose) in doses of fifteen to twenty grains, just before
a meal, or in the first spoonful of soup at dinner.
2190.        t Pulv. PepsinsT et Amyli, 3iss.
Syrupi Cerasi Acidi,,iij, 3vj.
Digest for twelve hours. (A sixth part for a dose.)
CORVISART.




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2191.        R Pulv. Pepsina et Amyli, gr. xv.
Morph. Hydrochlor. gr. 1-6th. Mix.
In Indigestion, with Painful and Sensitive Stomach.   (This is
the "poudre nutrimentive," No. 2.)      CORVISART.
2192.        R Pulv. Pepsine et Amyli, gr. xv.
P. Strychniae, gr. 1-24th. Mix.
In Indigestion with Atony.   ("Poudre nutrimentive," No. 3.)
2193.        R P. Pepsine et Amyli, gr. xv.
P. Ferri (Quevenne), gr. j.
Mix: to be taken before meals.
Dr. BALLARD.
PETROLEUM.
Petroleum, Rock Oil, or Persian Naphtha, is a liquid bitumen which flows out of the earth in many parts of the world,
as at Rangoon, in Barbadoes, in North America, &c.     It is a
stimulant antispasmodic, being also diaphoretic, and occasionally used for its anthelmintic properties.  Externally applied,
it is rubefacient, and enters into the composition of many stimulating liniments.
The dose is from half a drachm to a drachm.
2194.        R Petrolei, gss.
Tinct. Assafoetidae, 3vj.
Mix: 40 drops three times a day.
In Tape-worm.-SCHWARTZ.
2195.        R Petrolei, 3ij.
Tinct. Scille, 3j.
Spir. Juniperi, 3vj.
Mix: make a diuretic mixture. (Dose, forty drops three times a day.)
In Dropsy.-VOGT.
2196.        R Petrolei,,ss.
Olei Terebinthinm, 3j.
Spir. Juniperi, liv. Mix: make an embrocation.
To be rubbed on the Loins in Atony of the Urinary Passages,
and Dropsy.                                 RADIUS.
2197.       PR Petrolei, gss.
Spir. Lavandule, ~j.
Tinct. Opii, 3ij. Mix: make a lotion.
To Frozen Limbs.-PHcEBUS.
2198.        R Petrolei, 3iij.
Camphorm, 3j.
Ung. simplicis, iiss. Mix: make an ointment.
To Rheumatic Limbs, fc. —RADIUS.




390         TIIE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
PHELLANDRIUM.          Water Fennel.
The seeds of the Phellandrium aquaticurn, a common English plant (Nat. Ord. Umnbelliferr), have been occasionally
employed for their real or supposed influence over pectoral
complaints. They act, in large doses, as a narcotic poison.
Dose, five to ten grains.
Infusum Phellandrii (Bird): dose, half an ounce.
2199.        R Sem. Plfellandrii, ss.
Alcoholis, gvj.
Macerate for 24 hours, and add
Vini Burgundioe, 3vj.
Macerate for 3 days, and strain. Dose, ten to sixty minims.
In Chronic Bronchial, and Pulmonary Affections.-MARCUS.
2200.        R Sem. Phelland. aquat. cont.,j.
Gummi Acacise,,j.
Aquae ferventis, Six.
Macerate and strain. To the strained liquor, add
Syrupi Althbee,,ss.
Vini Ipecac. 5ij.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls every three or four hours.
In Catarrh.-Dr. COPLAND.
PHOSPHORUS.
Phosphorus is one of the chemical elements. It is semitransparent, generally yellowish in appearance, and of a waxy
consistence.  It easily bends.  It is so readily combustible
that it takes fire at the slightest friction. It has a garlic-like
odor and taste.   In large doses it is a powerful corrosive
poison; in very small quantities it is employed as a diffusible
stimulant. It may be given to rouse the vital powers in typhoid
fever, in the latter stage of phthisis, and in exhaustion from
any chronic disease. It has been recommended in gout and
rheumatism. It is employed externally as an ingredient in
various rubefacient liniments, which are rubbed on to paralyzed
parts, and used in obstinate skin diseases.  The dose is from
one-tenth to one-twentieth part of a grain, but it must never
be given in substance.
Ether Phosphoratus (Van Mons), five to ten minims three
times daily, in some emollient liquid.




THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.                 391
2201.            P Phosphori, gr. iij.
Olei Caryophylli, Trxij.
Pulv. Glycyrrh. q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 12 pills. One, twice a day. (Quantity
of Phosphorus may be cautiously increased to a scruple.)
In   Lupus,    obstinate  Scaly _Diseases, and     Syphilitic- Tubercles.                                   Dr. HOOPER.
2202.         eR Phosphori, gr. iij-3j.
Olei Caryophylli, lTx-3j.
Mucilag. q. s.
Make 12 pills. One, twice a day.
In Lupus, Syphilitic Tubercle, and inveterate' Scaly Diseases.
Dr. BURGESS.
2203.          R Phosphori, gr. iv.
Olei Olivme, 3ss.
Digest for 14 days in a darkened place, and then add
Olei Carui, nltiv.
Dose, fifteen drops twice a day, cautiously increased, in almond emulsion.
Stimulant, in Phthisis, Skin Diseases, &c.-Dr. HOOPER.
2204.         PR Phosphori puri, gr. ij.
AEtheris Sulph. gj.
Olei Valerianse, mtxij.
Mix: in doses of five to ten drops on sugar.
Dr. COPLAND.
2205.          1 Phosphori, gr. ss.
Olei Succini, Ass.
Mix: ten drops, three times a day, in a wineglassful of cold water.
In Paralysis.
2206.          R Olei Olivarum opt.,viij.
Phosphori excisi, gr. xx.
Dissolve with heat, strain cold and make a liniment.
In  local Paralysis, Marasmus, Rheumatism, and              Chronic
Arthritis.                                Dr. COPLAND.
2207.        PB Phosphori, gr. vj.
Olei Amygdalme, 3j.
Ammoniae Carb.
Camphore, ana gr. ij. Mix: make a liniment.
AUGUSTIN.
2208.    P     R Etheris Phosphorati, 3j.
Cerati (nihilo aquse mixt.), 3v. Mix: make an ointment.
In cases of Lupus, Syphilitic Tubercle, and Acne Rosacea.
Dr. BURGESS.




392         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2209.        1f Phosphori, gr. ij-v.
AEtheris, q. s. Liquefy, and add
Camphore, 3j.
Cerati albi, ~ss. Mix: make an ointment.
In LLupus, Syphilitic Tubercle, and Acne Rosacea.
Dr. HOOPER.
PIMENTA.      Allspice.
This is the small unripe berry of Eugenia Pimenta (Nat.
Ord. Myrtacee), an evergreen West Indian tree. The berries
have an aromatic odor, and strong spicy taste.  They contain
a volatile oil. Both Pimenta and its oil are used as diffusib]e
stimulants and stomachics, and employed to give an agreeable
flavor to other medicines.  The dose of the powder is from ten
to forty grains.
Oleum Pimentee, one to three minims.
Aqua Pimentwe (L., E., D.) is used as a vehicle.
Spiritus Pimentw (L., E., D.), one to two drachms.
Tinctura Pimentoe (Swediaur), ten to twelve drops.
2210.       BI Pulv. Pimentse,
Pulv. Cinnamomi.
Pulv Croci, ana gr. iv.
Opii, gr. j.
Confect Ross, q. s. to make 2 boluses. One for a dose.
In Chronic Dliarrhoea. —FoY.
PIPERES.     The Peppers.
The berries of Piper nigrum and Piper longum, Black
Pepper and Long Pepper (Nat. Ord. Piperacee), are used as
condiments, on account of their pungent odor and fiery taste.
They are both employed in medicine as stimulants. Black
Pepper deprived of its dark skin forms White Pepper.  Black
Pepper has been given in gonorrhoea, in the same manner as
cubebs F also used in intermittent fevers, and applied in ointment to ring-worm. It is given in confection in cases of internal
piles, which it stimulates by passing over them in the bowel.
Long Pepper is chiefly employed as a carminative adjunct to
other medicines. Either this or the other may be made use of
in the formation of a stimulant plaster.  Their dose is from
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Piperine is the active principle of the peppers, and may be
prepared from    them.   It is analogous in chemical nature to
the resins. It has a bitter and acrid taste, and has been much
used in Italy as a substitute for quinine in the treatment of
intermittents.   The dose is from two to ten grains.
Confectio Piperis (L., E., D.): dose, one drachm.
Oleum Piperis, one to three minims.
Tinctura Piperis, half a drachm to a drachm.
Unguentunm Piperis nigri (D. 1826).
2211.         i3 Confect. Piperis nigri,
Confect. Cassie, ana.j.
Mix: make a confection.  (Dose, 3ij, increased to,ss, two or three
times a day.)
For Hewmorrhoids.-Dr. HOOPER.
2212.         R Confect. Piperis nigri, 3j.
Assafcetidae, gr. v.
Syrupi Zingiberis, q. s.
Make a uniform confection. Twice a day.
In Hemorrhoids.-Dr. PARIS.
2213.         R Confect. Piperis nigri, 3ij.
Sulph. loti, 3j.
Aqune Cinnamomi, 7xj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken in the morning.
In Hemorrhoids.-Dr. GREGORY.
2214.        F1 Farine Sinapis, lbss.
Pulv. Piperis nigri,
Zingiberis Pulv. ana 3j.
Syrupi, q. s. Make a cataplasm.
To be applied to the Pit of the Stomach in Colic, or to the Feet
as a Revulsive.                             Dr. ELLIS.
2215.        1R Pulv. Piperis nigri,
Galbani, ana 5iij.
Picis nigrae,,ij.
Olei Bacc. Lauri, q. s. Mix: make a plaster.
Stimulating in Rheumatism.-AUGUSTIN.
2216.             u Pulv. Piperis longi,
Pulv. Zingiberis, ana 3ss.
Albuminis Ovi, q. s. Mix well, and make a cataplasm.
Rubefacient in Pleurisy. —FoY.
2217.         R Piperinae, gr. xij.
Extr. Gentianee, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. (One every hour, in the absence of fever.)
In Ague. —Dr. ELLIS.
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394          THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2218.        RP Pil. Hydrarg. gr. j.
Piperinoe,
Quinae Disulph. ana gr. ij.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make a pill. One, three times a day, for a few days, after the
paroxysm has been checked by piperine.
HARTTE.
PIX   BURGUNDICA.         Burgundy Pitch.
The impure resin which exudes from some large trees of the
Nat. Ord. Conifere, especially the Abies excelsa and Pinus
Pcalustris, is known by the names Abietis, Resina, Thus,
Frankincense, fc.    When it is strained and purified it constitutes Thus prewparatumn, or Pix Burgundica. These substances
are rarely used internally, but they are employed in the preparation of various plasters and ointments, used as rubefacient
or strengthening applications.   Such are the following:
E'mplastrum Thuris (D.).
Emplastrum Picis (L., E.).
lEmp. Picis Compositum (Lisbon Pharm.).
Ceratum Picis (Beral).
2219.         R Picis Burgundicoe, 3v.
Mucilag. q. s.
Mix, and divide into 100 pills. (Six to eight, three times a day.)
In Cutaneous Affections.-JULRICH.
2220.    BP Picis, giv.
Cere flavae, Ibij.
Olei Olivse, lbiss,
Resine flavae, liv.
Mellis, lbss.
Sapon. Castil. jj.
Liquety together at a slow heat, and afterward stir assiduously until
almost cooled; then add
Bals. Canad. giv. Mix: make an ointment.
To Scrofulous Ulcers. —Mr. C. HOGG.
PIX NIGRA. PIX LIQUIDA. Pitch and Tar.
Tar (Pix liquida) is a blackish empyreumatic liquid, somewhat resembling turpentine, obtained by the slow combustion
of various species of Pine. It is made largely in North America.
Pitch (Pix nigra) is the solid mass left on evaporating tar.
Both are stimulant, diaphoretic, and alterative. Internally,




TIE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  895
they are chiefly used in cutaneous diseases, especially in lepra
and psoriasis. Pitch has also been given in piles. Both tar
and pitch are much employed in the formation of ointments
and plasters, which are of use in stimulating diseased parts to
a healthy action, or in affording protection where it is needed.
(Tar-water has been given in chest affections, and many other
diseases.)
The dose of tar is from half a drachm to a drachm.  It may
conveniently be given inclosed in capsules.  The dose of pitch
is from ten grains to half a drachm.
Aqua Picis liquide, one to two pints a day.
Unguentum Picis liquidw (L., E., D.), used in porrigo and
lepra.
Unguenturn Picis [nigrx] (L.).  A stimulant application to
ulcers and cutaneous diseases.
EmpTPlastrum.Picis nigre (Wirtemburg Pharm.).
2221.        I Picis nigrse, 3j.
Pulv. Acacise, 5ss.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills. Two, every night.
In Haemorrhoids.-Dr. WARDLEWORTH.
2222.        R Picis liquids, 3j.
Farinse tritici, q. s.
Make a mass, and divide into 4-grain pills.
Dr. G. B. WooD.
2223.        R Picis liquide,
Pulv. Glycyrrh. ana ass.
Mix, and make a mass. Divide into 4-grain pills. Two to six, three or
four times a day.
In Lepra and Psoriasis.
2224.       iR Ung. Picis liquidse,
Ung. Sulph. ana partes aequales. Mix: make an ointment.
In Porrigo, Lepra, and Scabies.-PHARM. GUYENSIS.
PLATINI SALES.        Salts of Platinum.
Platinum, like Gold, is insoluble in all fluids except Aqua
regia. By this the Bichloride of Platinum is formed. Seventeen parts of this being added in solution to six parts of common salt, the Chlorop2latinate of Soda is produced, and may be
obtained on evaporation.  These two salts have been used in
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396          THE   BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
responding preparations of Gold.      In large doses they are
poisonous.   They were found by Ilofer to be very efficacious
when given in syphilitic affections and rheumatism.   They are
also given as alteratives in skin diseases. The Chloroplatinate
of Soda is less irritating than the Bichloride of Platinum. The
dose of the Bichloride is from half a grain to a grain and a
half; of the Chloroplatinate, one to three grains.
2225.         Rf Platini Bichloridi sice. gr. iss.
Mucilag. Acacise,
Aque purse, ana piij.
Mix: make a mixture. To be taken by tablespoonfuls in the course of
twenty-four hours.
HOFER.
2226.         R Platini Bichloridi, gr. viij.
Guaiaci Resin'e, 3j.
Pulv. Glycyrrh. q. s.
Make 20 pills. One to four, night and morning.
Dr. DUNGLISON (U. S.).
2227.        13 Platini Bichlor. gr. v.
Sodii Chloridi puri, gr. viij.
Mucilag. Acacie,
Aquae purae, ana.iij.
Mix: to be taken by spoonfuls in the twenty-four hours.
In old Syphilitic Diseases.-Dr. DUNGLISON.
2228.        1R Sodii Chloroplatinatis, 3ss.
Decoct. Papaveris, vviij. Mix: make an injection.
In Gonorrhoea and Leucorrhcea.-HOFER.
2229.    P    1 Platini Bichlor. 3j.
Extr. Belladonna, 3ij.
Adipis,,iv. Mix: make an ointment.
An application to Indolent Ulcers. —HOFER.
PLUMBI PRIEPARATA.             Preparations of Lead.
The preparations of lead are used as astringents both externally and internally, and are also employed for their antispasmodic or sedative properties.    They are poisonous in large
doses.  Applied to the surface in plasters and ointments, and
in lotions to inflamed parts, they are given internally to check
hsemoptysis and other forms of bleeding, as well as in fluxes
from the bowels and the urino-genital organs.    The acetate of
lead is in the most frequent use.
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Lead. Litharge. This is not used internally, but is employed
in making plaster, which is a sort of soap containing oxide of
lead instead of an alkali. Plasters are applied to tumors, local
inflammations, and diseased parts generally, to resolve or protect them. Many ointments, cerates, and other local applications contain oxide of lead.
Plumbi Acetas.  Acetate of Lead is the preparation generally adopted for internal use. In cases of hsemoptysis, hematemesis, diarrhoea, dysentery, it may be given in doses of three
to five grains. It is used externally to form astringent lotions,
injections, and ointments.
Plumbi Diacetas. Diacetate of Lead is formed by boiling
the Oxide in a solution of the Acetate. Its solution constitutes
Goulard's Extract of Lead. It is used to form cooling and
astringent lotions to inflamed parts, collyria in various forms
of ophthalmia, and injections in gonorrhoea and leucorrhoea.
Plumbi Cairbonas.  Carbonate of Lead. White Lead. Its
powder has been used as an astringent, and mixed with lard to
form a cooling ointment.
Plumbi Nitras.  Nitrate of Lead resembles the Acetate in
its action. It is contained in Ledoyen's Disinfecting Fluid.
Plumbi Chloridurm.  This is only used locally. It has been
employed in an astringent wash to cancerous ulcerations.
Plumbi Iodidum. The yellow Iodide of Lead has been given
internally as an alterative and resolvent in scrofulous affections,
in doses of half to three grains. It is also applied in the form
of ointment to indolent ulcers and strumous tumors.
Plumbi Nitro-saccharas.  This salt has been proposed by
Dr. Hoskins, of Jersey, as a solvent for urinary calculi, a certain quantity in solution being injected into the bladder for
this purpose.
Plumbi Tannas. Tannate of Lead has been applied, in the
form of ointment, to sloughing bed-sores; and has been recommended as an application to chapped nipples.
The following preparations of Lead are made according to
prescribed formulae:




398         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Pilule Plumbi Opiatne (E.), one to two for a dose. Each
contains three grains of Acetate of Lead and half a grain of
Opium. They are given in diarrhoea, dysentery, and severe
internal hemorrhages.
Pilulwe Plumbi lodidi (Cottereau), one, gradually increasing
to five, night and morning.
The remaining forms are for external use:
jEmplastruzc  Plumbi (L., E., D.). Litharge, or Lead plaster.
Diachylon Plaster.
Ejplastrum Resine (L., E., D.). Resin, adhesive, or sticking plaster. Both this and the last are used for strapping, and
to keep together the edges of wounds.
Unguentum Plumbi Compositum (L.).
Unguentumt Plumbi lodidi (L., D.). Applied to scrofulous
swellings, &c.
Unguentumn Plumbi Carbonatis (E., D.).
_Eimp. Plumbi Carbonatis (U. S.).
Unguentum Plumbi Acetatis (E., D.).
Ceratum Pluvmbi Acetatis (L.).
(The last two form admirable cooling applications to sores
and irritable eruptions.)
Liquor Plumbi Diacetatis (L., E., D.).
Liq. Plumbi Diacet. dilutus (L.). Goulard Water. This is
much employed as an astringent and cooling lotion to inflamed
parts, and to form collyria, &c.
Ceratumn Plumbi Compositum (L.) contains the solution of
Diacetate of Lead.
Prescriptions for internal use:
2230.       R Plumbi Acetatis,
Pulv. Malve, ana'j.
Syrupi simplicis, q. s.
Make 36 pills. Four or five during the day.
To check Sweats in Phthisis. —RADIU.s.
2231.        c C(alomelanos, gr. j-ij.
Plumbi Acetatis, gr. ss-j.
Mix: divide into 4 powders. One, every three hours.
In Cholera Infantuz. —Dr. ELLIS.




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2232.         1R Plumbi Acetatis, 5ss.
Calomelanos, gr. v.
Confect. Rosse, q. s. to make 10 pills. One, every two to
four hours.
In Hecmatemesis. —Dr. ELLIS.
2233.          1; Plumbi Acetatis, gr. iij.
Pil. Saponis co. gr. ij.
Mix: make a pill. One, night and morning.
In Hwamoptysis.-Dr. GREGORY.
2234.          R Plumbi Acetatis, gr. ~-ij.
Pulv. Ipecac. co. gr. v.
Pulv. Scillue, gr. j-ij.
Mix: make a powder. Two or three times a day.
In the Bronchitis of Fever.-Dr. HENDERSON.
2235.          } Plumbi Acetatis,
Opii, ana gr. vj.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, three or four times a day.
Diarrhoea, fc.-Dr. HOOPER.
2236.          R Plumbi Acetatis, gr. iij.
Opii, gr. j.
Extr. Conii, gr. v.
Make a mass: divide into 2 pills. To be given twice a day, drinking
some acidulated draught, until the tendency to hemorrhage ceases.
In:eemorrhages.-Dr. PARIS.
2237.           Pl Plumbi Acetatis, gr. xviij.
Opii purificati, gr. ij.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. x.
Mix, and divide into 6 pills. One, every six hours.
In Hx9noptysis.-Dr. GREGORY.
2238.         RJ Plumbi Acetatis, gr. ij.
Aceti distil. 3ss.
Aquae, ad. 3iss.
Mix: make a draught. [The Acet. Acid is to prevent the formation in
the stomach of Carbonate of Lead, which is thought to produce
Colic.]
In Jlaemoptysis.-Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
2239.          R Plumbi Acetatis, gr. ij.
Opii, gr. -.
Extr. Hyoscyami, gr. iv.
Mix, and divide into 2 pills. To be given at proper intervals, and
washed down with a little distilled vinegar and water. Half a
grain of Nit. Silver may sometimes be added with advantage.
In the Ditarrhoea of Phthisis.-Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.




400           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2240.          R Plumbi Acetatis, ass.
Ferri Sulph. 3iij.
Aceti,
Spir. rectif. ana  ij.
Aquse Rosse, 3vj.
Mix: make a mixture. Dose, 3ss-3j in some proper vehicle.
In profuse Sweating, Diarrhoea, and Gonorrhoea.-GORMANN.
2241.            l Plumbi Iodidi, gr. iv.
Confect. Rosse, q. s.
Make 12 pills. One, night and morning.
In Syphilitic Eruptions, &c.-Dr. HOOPER.
2242.          R Plumbi Iodidi,
Pulv. Digitalis, ana gr. vj.
Extr. Stramonii alcohol. gr. ij.
Sacchari, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 24 powders. One, four times a day.
GASSICOURT.
Prescriptions for external use:
2243.          R Plumbi Acetatis, gr. j-iss.
Triturate into a very fine powder; and by means of a fine hair pencil
first dipped into water, and then immersed in the powder, apply it
to the internal surface of the eyelids.
In Granular Ophthalmia of the Eyelids. —Dr. J. C. HALL.
2244.          i Plumbi Acetatis, gr. viij.
Aquse destil..viiss.
Spir. rectif..ss.
Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. 3ij. Make a lotion. Write Poison.
Impetigo.-Dr. PARIS.
2245.          1 Plumbi Acetatis, gr. vj.
Aquse purse, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, gtt. xxx-l.
Mix: make an enema. To be repeated according to the frequency of
the discharges.
In Dysentery.-Dr. BATCHELDER.
2246.            P Plumbi Acetatis,
Extr. Belladonnte, ana 3j.
Axungia, 3vj. Mix: make an ointment.
As an application to Fissure of the Anus.-FoY.
2247.          R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. YlLxx.
Aquse, 3iss. Mix.
To be used as an injection in Gonorrhoea.
Mr. BRANSBY COOPER.
2248.         tR Decoct. Malvae co. Oj.
Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3j-3ij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Lichen, Eczema, Impetigo,.c.-Dr. HOOPER.




THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  401
2249.         R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3j-3ij.
Inf. Althoee,,xvj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Lichen and Chronic Eczema.-Dr. BURGESS.
2250.         1 Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3j.
Acidi Acetici,
Spir. rectif. ana 3ss.
Aquoe,,ix. Mix: make a lotion.
Astrinqent.-Dr. HOOPER.
2251.         R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. gtt. xv.
Tinct. Opii, 3ss.
Aquae florum Sambuci, giss. Mix: make an eye-wash.
In Ophthalmia. —Dr. RUST.
2252.         R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. dil..j.
Spir. Camphorae, giij.
Aquae, Oj. Mix: make a lotion.
To old Ulcers.-Dr. ELLIS.
2253.         R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. l'qxxxiv.
Aquae Calcis, 3iv.
Olei Olivae, 3ij.
Mix: make an injection. [To be shaken before using.]
In Inflammation of the Prostate and Urethra.-FoY.
2254.         I Liq. Plumbi Diacet. TLxl.
Vini Opii, 3j.
Aque Rossi,,vii. Mix: make a lotion.
In Eczema.-Dr. BURGESS.
2255.         R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3ss.
Decoct. Hordei, Oj.
Syrupi simplicis, ~j. Mix: make a gargle.
In Cynanche.-RADIUS.
2256.         1 Liq. Plumbi Diacet.
Olei Olive, ana ~j.
Aquot Rose, -iv. Mix: make a liniment.
As an application in extensive Burns.-KINACKSTEDT.
2257.         R Olei Olivce, gij.
Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3j.
Etheris Sulph. 3ij.
Tinct. Opii, 3j.
Mix: make a liniment. A rag moistened with this to be frequently
applied to the inflamed part.
In Milk Abscess.-Dr. DEWEES (U. S.).
2258.         R Liq. Plumbi Diacet. 3j.
Aqune Rosae, ~j.
Ung. Cetacei, ~ij.
Liquefy the ointment, and rub up with the lead-water.  Afterward
mix both together with rose-water. Make an ointment..For Chapped Hands.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.




402          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2259.        tR Cataplasmatis simplicis, 3iv.
Liq. Plumbi Diacet. ~j
Ammon. Hydrochlor. 3ss. Mix: make a cataplasm.
An application to indolent Tumors.-RADIUS.
2260.        tR Plumbi Subcarb. 3ij.
Calcis preparat. ss.
Cerati Galeni, gij. Mix: make an ointment.
In Papular -Eruptions.-Dr. BURGESS.
2261.         R Hydrarg. Protochlor. 3ij.
Aluminis exsicc.
Plumbi Subcarb. ana.ss.
Terebinth. Venet. 3vj.
Cerati Cetacei, hiss. Mix: make an ointment.
In Porrigo Galeata. —BANYER.
2262.        1 Plumbi Carbon, 3j.
Acidi Nitrici dil. q. s. to dissolve it.
Aqume destil. lbj.
Mix: make a lotion. To be used faithfully two or three times a day.
In offensive Vaginal Discharges. —Dr. 0. WARD.
2263.         1f Plumbi Chloridi, 3j.
Aqume, Oj. Mix: make a lotion.
As a Wash to Cancerous Ulcerations, and to painful Neuralgic
Tumors.                                       Mr. TUsoN.
2264.         1. Plumbi lodidi, gr. xij.
Ung. Cerse albse, ~j.
Chloroformylis, TLviij ad xij.
Glycerime, 3j. Mix: make an ointment.
In obstinate cases'of Prurigo. —Dr. NELIGAN.
2265.         ] Plumbi Tannatis (recentis), 3vj.
Axungise, 3xv. Mix: make an ointment.
To be applied to Bed-sores. —Dr. TOTT.
2266.        1R Plumbi Nitro-saccharatis, gr. xij.
Acidi Acet. fort. 3j.
Aquoe purse,,xij.
Mix: make an injection. The whole is to be brought to the boiling
point, and, while warm, from four to eight ounces are to be injected
into the bladder, by means of a double-current caoutchouc catheter. Renew it in ten or fifteen minutes, as may be deemed proper.
To Decompose and Dissolve Phos7phatic Calculi.
Dr. J. E. HOSKINS.
POTASSA. Potash.
This is the oxide of the metal Potassium.       It is known in
solution as Liquor Potasse, and in the solid form as Potassa
Fusa, or Caustic Potash.      Potash is antacid and alterative.




THE   BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  403
Given internally in moderate doses, and much diluted with
water, it counteracts acidity in the stomach, in the system,
and in the secretions. It checks a tendency to lithic deposits,
and is useful in gout and rheumatism, in both of which there
is an excess of acid.    It counteracts heartburn, gastralgia,
flatulence, and dyspepsia, when depending on an excess of acid
in the stomach and intestines.    As an alterative, Potash is
given in scrofula, in the first stage of phthisis, in various skin
diseases, and in secondary syphilitic disorders.  If too long
continued, it tends to weaken the system; or if given in too
large doses, or in too concentrated a form, it is a dangerous
corrosive poison.
Solid Potash (Potassa Fusa, or Potasse Hydras) is a powerful caustic, destroying the tissues with which it comes in contact, on account of its very strong affinity for water. As it
rapidly deliquesces, its effect spreads to a considerable distance
from the place where it is applied, so that when a limited
action is desired, means must be taken to confine it.  Caustic
Potash is used to form issues, to destroy hair and warts, and to
remove the unhealthy surface from sinuous, scrofulous, or syphilitic ulcers.  It often gives great pain.  It has been applied
by some to the internal surface of the urethra in stricture.
The Potassa curn Calce is frequently employed in the formation of issues, being less deliquescent than simple Potash.
Liq. Potasswe may be given internally in doses of ten to
forty minims for adults, or of one to five minims for young
children.
The Alkaline Solution of Brandish is similarly employed.
2267.        1 Liq. Potasse, 3j.
Liq. Calcis, ~vj.
Mix: make a mixture. Take one or two tablespoonfuls when there is
abundance of acid, or when there is a great deposit of gravel from
the urine, a small cupful of the same.
In the Lithic Acid Diathesis.-Dr. JoY.
2268.    B] Liq. Potassse, nlmxxx.
Aquoe Menth. pip. ~vij.
Tinct. Gentianse, ss.
Magnesiae, 3j.
Mix: make a mixture. Two dessertspoonfuls two or three times a day.
In Acidity of Stomach in Gouty habits.-Dr. THIOMAS.




404           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2269.          P Liq. Potassex, iiLxx.
Mist. Cretae, f~j.
Tinct. Calumbme, 3j. Mix: make a draught.
In Acidity of Stomach.-Dr. HOOPER.
2270.          R Liq Potassie, Tlxv.
Inf. Serpentariae, 3ix.
Tinct. Serpentarire, 3j.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 5ss.
Make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In the Lithic Acid Diathesis.-Dr. PARIS.
2271.          R Solut. Alkalinoe (Brandish's), 3v.
Inf. Chirettae, 3viij.
Spir. Anisi co. 3iij.
Syrupi Aurantii, gj.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In the Lithic Acid Diathesis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2272.         1 Liq. Potassae, ~j.
Sodii Chloridi, jj.
Sode Phosphatis, 3iss.
Aque, giij.
Mix: make a solution. A little to be added to the ordinary drink, so
as not to affect the taste.
In Dgyspepsia with Acidity.-Dr. SPURGIN.
2273.         R Liq. Potassie, gss.
Decoct. Dulcamarie, 3xj.
Tinct. Chirettoe,.ss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfnls, three times a day.
In Skin Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2274.         R Sol. Alkalin. (Brandishii), 3j.
Pot. Sulph. c. Sulph. 3iss.
Aque destil. ij.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken early in the morning.
Cathartic in Skin -Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2275.         R Liq. Potassae, 3ij.
Extr. Sarzae, 3iij.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3ss.
Spir. Anisi, 3j.
Aquoe, viij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
To the Nurse, in Infantile IHerpes.-Mr. C. HOGG.




THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                   405
2276.       1R Liq. Potasse, 3ij.
Potassse Nitratis, 3ij.
Spir. _.Eth. Nit. 3iij.
Syrupi Scille, 3vj.
Aquoe destil. ad vvj.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful three times a day, in a wineglassful
of water.
Diuretice-Mr. FERGUSSON.
2277.        R Liq. Potasseo, 3iij.
Mist. Acacias, Pij.
Pulv. Pip. Cubebei, ~j.
Aquae purie, ~viiiss.
Syrupi Aurantii,'j.
Mix: three tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea.-'Dr. THOMAS.
2278.        R Liq. Potasse, 3iiiss.
Potass. Iodidi, 3j.
Pulv. Rhei, 3ij.
Mist. Camphorse, vj. Mix: f j, three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. MILTON.
2279.        R Potasseo Causticae, gr. ij.
Aques destil. 3j. Mix: make an injection.
To be used at the commencement of Gonorrhoea.-GIRTANNER.
2280.        R Potassse fusse, 3ij.
Aquas destil..iv. Mix: make a lotion.
In Chronic forms of Favus. —Dr. BURGESS.
POTASSKE CARBONAS ET BICARBONAS.                 Carbonate
and Bicarbonate of Potash.
The Carbonate, though somewhat less active, resembles
Potash in its action on the system internally, but has much less
caustic power.   The Bicarbonate is still milder, and more
pleasant to the taste.  Both are extensively used as antacids
in dyspepsia, gouty, lithic, and rheumatic disorders. They are
also used as alteratives in glandular enlargements and rmesenteric disease, and as antiphlogistics in various febrile and inflammatory complaints. Both (but especially the Bicarbonate)
are used to form effervescing draughts, for which purpose
Citric Acid is preferable to Tartaric.  The Aqua Potassee
effervescens is a solution of the Bicarbonate into which Carbonic Acid has been forced under pressure.




406          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
The dose of either of the Carbonates is from ten grains to
one drachm.
Liquor Potassxe Carbonatis (L., D.), ten minims to one and
a half drachms.
Aqua Potasswe effervescens (E.), half a pint to a pint.
2281.         R Pulv. Potass. Carbon. 3j.
Pulv. Acacie, oj. Incorporate well together.
Dose, 3ss-3j, dissolved in water.
In Engorgemnent of the Bowels.-GuIBOURT.
2282.         R Potassse Subcarb. 3ss-3j.
Inf. Quassie, Oj.
Mix: dose, four glasses daily.
In Lichen, Pruri-go,    c.-Dr. BURGESS.
2283.         B Potasse Carbon. 3j.
Aqu;s Anethi,,iij.
Mix: ten to twenty drops form a dose for an infant.
In Convulsions caused by Intestinal Irritation.-Mr. SAVORY.
2284.         R Potasss Carbon. 3ij.
Spirit Amm. Arom. 3j.
Aqum Cinnamomi, liv.
Mix: dose, f3j, as required.
In Pyrosis. —Dr. ELLIS.
2285.         t1 Potassse Subcarb. Dj.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. v.
Pilula Hydrarg. gr. iij.
Syrupi, q. s. to make 6 pills. One, twice a day.
In Grout with Hepatic Derangement.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
2286.         R Potasso Carbon. 3ij.
Vini Antimonii, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, nLxl.
Spir. Lavand. co.. ij.
Aque destil. iiv.
Mix: a tablespoonful every hour or two.
ixpectorant. —Dr. ELLIS.
2287.           G Gummi Acacie, 3v.
Saponis Medic. 3ss.
Potassse Subcarb. 3ij.
Potassoe Nitratis, Dij.
Inf. Juniperi, lbij. Mix: make a diuretic mixture.
May be given in Gout, with twice the quantity of Potash, some
Stomaclic Tincture, and Tincture of Colchicum.
Dr. COPLAND.




THE BOOK       OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.                 407
2288.            I Magnesi., gr. vj.
Potassm Bicarb. gr. xij.
Potasse Tartratis, gr. xv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every evening in a small glass of
water.
In the Lithic Diathesis.-Sir B. BRODIE.
2289.          R Potassa Bicarb. 3j.
Inf. Buchu,,vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A fourth part every four hours.
In Gout.-Mr. HOSKINS.
2290.         R Inf. Calumbm, ~v.
Potassas Bicarb. 3j.
Tinct. Gentians co. 3iij.
Make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls at noon.
In Indigestion with Acidity.-Dr. BABINGTON.
2291.         B Potasse Bicarb. 3j.
Tinct. Hyoscyam. 3ss.
Inf. Pareirma,,iss. Mix: make a draught.
In Mucous Urine.-Dr. G. BIRD.
2292.         I1 Potasse Bicarb.
Ammon. Sesquicarbon. ana 3ss.
Aquae Anethi, 3viiss.
Dose, giss twice a day. After breakfast and at bedtime.
In cases of Dyspepsia, Acidity and Turbid Urine.-Dr. DRUITT.
2293.         IR Pot. Bicarb. cryst. 3ss.
Tinct. Cinnamomi,
Tinct. Vanilla, aai nxv.
Syrupi simp. ij.
Aquae, ~xxxij.
Mix: to be taken by cupfuls three or four times a day.
In Gout and Rheumatism.-T         ROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2294.          _ Potassae Bicarb..ij.
Inf. Anthemidis, 3x.
Tinct. Opii, TLv.
Syrupi, 3j.
Make a draught, to be taken every 6 hours until three or four doses
are taken; then, unless the bowels are moved of their own accord,
some cathartic medicine is to be given; and the same alternation
is to be made for a month.
In the Lithic Acid Diathesis.-Dr. PARIS.
2295.         I Inf. Gentianae co. gviij.
Sodae Bicarb.
Potassm Bicarb. ana 3ij.
Spir.,Eth. Nit. 3iij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day. Every
night a 5-gr. compd. rhubarb pill. [At the same time a warm soda
pediluvium may be used at bedtime.]
In Subacute Rheumatism.-D r. WRIGHT.




408          THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2296.         R Potassae Carbon. gr ij-vj.
Aquae, gj.
Mix: make an eye-wash. To be dropped on the eye every two to four
hours.
For Specks on the Cornea.-Dr. HINSLEY.
2297.         R Potassae Carbon. giv.
Aquae tepidke, Ibccc. Mix: make an alkaline bath.
In Rheumatic or Eruptive Disorders.-Dr. JoY.
2298.         R Potassae Subcarb. 3iv-viij.
Aquae, q. s. to form an alkaline bath. (Fourteen pailfuls.)
In Skin Diseases, with Itching. —Dr. BURGESS.
2299.         R Potassae Carbon. 3iij.
Sodii Chloridi, 3ij.
Aquae Rosae, 3viij.
Aquae flor. Aurant.,ij. Mix: make a lotion.
To Sunburn and'reckles. —SUNDELIN.
2300.         R Potassae Subearb. 3ij.
Aquae destil. 3ij.
Mucilag. Amygd. amar.,viij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Lichen and Prurigo.-Dr. BURGESS.
2301.        1~ Potassse Carbon. ~j.
Liq. Opii sedat. 3vj.
Aquae Rosae, gix.
Mix: make an alkaline lotion. (Flannels wet with this to be laid over
the affected joint.)
In Rheumatic Gout.-Dr. H. W. FULLER.
2302.        1R Potassae Carbon.
Saponis albi, ana 3j.
Aquae Sambuci, Oij. Dissolve, strain, and add
Ammon. Hydrochlor. Vij. For a fomentation.
To Bruises.-CADET.
POTASS2E TARTRAS, BITARTRAS, CITRAS, ACETAS.
Tartrate, Bitartrate, Citrate and Acetate of Potash. (Effervescing Draughts.)
The neutral Tartrate of Potash is in use as a cooling purgative. It is frequently combined with senna, to hasten its action
and moderate its griping tendency. It reacts as an alkali upon
the urine, as do also the Citrate and Acetate.     Dose, one to
six drachrms.
The Bitartrate, Acid Tartrate, or Cream of Tartar, is but




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sparingly soluble in water.  It has an acid taste, and is used
to form  refrigerant drinks in fevers. In small doses it is
diuretic; in large doses, a hydragogue cathartic, being frequently combined with some other laxative, as sulphur. Dose,
as a diuretic, one scruple to one drachm; as a laxative, one to
two drachms; as a strong purge, half an ounce to an ounce.
The Acetate is also diuretic in small, and cathartic in large
doses. It is much used for both purposes in dropsy. It is
likewise employed as alterative in various skin disorders, especially lepra, and in diseases of the liver. It has been given
with much success in gonorrhoea. Dose, as a diuretic, one
scruple to one drachm; as a cathartic, one drachm to half an
ounce.
Citrate of Potash results from the decomposition of either
of the carbonates by means of citric acid or lemori-juice.  It
is therefore given, along with the carbonic acid gas which
escapes, in effervescing draughts. These constitute most agreeable refrigerant drinks in inflammatory disorders. They are
diuretic and diaphoretic. They are also given when an alkaline
action on the urine is required, as in the lithic diathesis; and
to check irritability of the stomach, or control obstinate vomiting. Tartaric acid may be used instead of citric, but is apt to
form the insoluble Bitartrate instead of Tartrate of Potash.
In forming an effervescing draught containing Potash, the following proportions must be observed:
One scruple of Carbonate of Potash to eighteen grains of
Citric or Tartaric Acid, or half an ounce of Lemon-juice.
One scruple of Bicarbonate of Potash to fifteen grains of
Citric or Tartaric Acid, or three drachms and a half of Lemonjuice.
The Pulveres IEffervescentes (E., D.) contain the carbonate
and the acid in the proportion required to make the effervescing
draught.
Potassee Borotartras, soluble Cream of Tartar, is purgative
in the same dose as the Bitartrate.
Acetate of Potash, as alterative, diuretic, and purgative.
27




410           THE   BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2303.          R Potassae Acetatis, 5ss-3j.
Syrupi simplicis, piij.
Spir. _Eth. Nit. ~j.
Mix: make a mixture. (One drachm for a dose.)
Diuretic.-Dr. HOOPER.
2304.         R Potassse Acetatis, 3iv.
Liq. Potassse, 3ij.
Spirit. Juniperi, 3ij.
Mist. Camphorse, ad 3vj. Mix: f3j three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. MILTON.
2305.          R Potassse Acetatis, 3iv.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Spir. JEth. Nit. 3iij.
Mist. Camphorse, ad,vj.. fj three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. MILTON.
2306.          R Potassse Acetatis, 3ss-3j.
Tinct. Digitalis, Tlv.
Tinct. Canthar. irix.
Spir. AEth. Nit. 3ss.
Aquse, ad,iss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
Diuretic in Dropsy.-Dr. BUDD.
2307.          R Pulv. Scillee, gr. xxx.
Potassoo Acetatis, 3ss.
Oxymel. Scillse, 3ij.
Mellis, -ss.
Olei Juniperi, rLxx.
Mix: make an electuary, which take every six hours with an equal
quantity of nutmeg.
In old cases of Anasarca. —Dr. NELIGAN.
2308.         R Potassse Acetatis,
Oxymel. Scille, ana 3j.
Aquae flor. Tilie, 3iv.
Vini Opii, gtt. xv.
Syrupi Althaea, ~j. Mix: dose, fgss.
Diuretic and Sedative.-PIERQUIN.
2309.          1 PotassaT Acetatis,
Extr. Taraxaci, ana ~ss.
Extr. Conii, gr. x-xx.
Aquse Foeniculi, 3viss.
Syrupi Sarzae,
Syrupi Sennae, ana  ss.
Mix: two or three tablespoonfuls every four hours.
In Jaundice.-Dr. COPLAND.




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Tartrate of Potash, as alterative, diuretic, and purgative:
2310.          R Potassae Tartratis, 3ij.
Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Cort. Aurant. ana 3j.
Olei Cajuputi, 3j. Mix: f3j three times a day.
In obstructions of the Portal System.-ST. MARIE.
2311.          R Pulv. Rhei, 3ss.
Potassae Tartratis, 3j.
Confect. Aromat. 3j.
Aquas Menthae viridis, 3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every eight hours.
In Jaundice.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2312.          R Potassae Tartratis, 3j.
Potassas Nitratis, 3ss.
Manns, Sj.
Decoct. Taraxaci, vj. Mix: f j every two hours.
In Drolsy following Scarlatina.-PHcEBUS.
2313.          R Liq. Ammon. Carbon. ~vj.
Potassae Bitartratis, q. s. to saturate. Dose, f.j.
Diuretic.-LEIPSIC PHARM.
Supertartrate (or Bitartrate) of Potash, as refrigerant, diuretic, and purgative:
2314.         1} Potassge Supertart. pulv. 3ij.
Potassae Nitratis, 3iij. Mix, and divide into 12 equal parts.
Refrigerant.-Dr. COPLAND.
2315.          R; Potassas Bitartratis, 3ss.
Pulv. Scillse, gr. ij.
Pulv. Zingiberis, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every eight hours.
In Ascites.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
2316.          R Potassae Bitart. 3ij.
Lacis vaccini ferventis, Oj.
Dissolve. Let the liquor cool, strain, and separate the serum; to this
add sugar as much as desired, and let the patient drink as he feels
inclined to.
Diuretic drink in Fevers, &c.-Dr. PARIS.
2317.        RP Potasss Bitart. 3ij.
Aquas ferventis, lbij.
Corticis Limonis, et
Sacchari, to suit the taste. For an ordinary driit
Diuretic drink,- -Dr..JO




412           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
2318.          R Potassse Nitratis, gr. x.
Potassae Bitart. gr. xx.
Pulv. Acaciae, gr. x.
Sacchari albi, 3ss.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three or four times a day in barleywater.'
Diuretic in Fevers and Dropsies. —Dr. HOOPER.
2319.          R Potass- Bitart. 3iv.
Acidi Boracici, 3j.
Aquae destillatae, jxij.
Mix: make a mixture. A fourth part every third hour to produce copious liquid stools.
In Dropsical Effusions. —Dr. NELIGAN.
2320.          R PotassT Bitart.
Extr. Marrubii, ana 3ij.
Aqupe Melissoe, piij.
Mix: half to be taken morning and evening.
In Hz  emorrhoids with Constipation.-AUGUSTIN.
2321.          R Potassue Supertart. giss.
Sulph. prGecip. ~j.
Sodm Boratis, 3iiss.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to make an electuary. One or two
teaspoonfuls at bedtime.
Dr. COPLAND.
2322.          R Sulph. loti,
Potassee Bitart. ana  j.
Pulv. Jalape, 3j,
Pulv. Cinnam. co. 3j.
Mellis, v. Theriace, q. s. to make an electuary. Dose, a
teaspoonful or dessertspoonful two or three times a day.
Constipation.-Dr. HOOPER.
3323.          R Pulv. Jalapne,
Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Scammonii, ana gr. v.
Pulv. Elaterii, gr. ss.
Potassse Bilart.
Potassae Sulph. ana 5ss.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to form a bolus.
Powerful Purge in Pulmonary Engorgement and Dropsy.
Dr. GRAVES.
Borot'artrate of Potash:
2324.          R Potasse Borotartratis, gss.
Antim. et Potass. Tart. gr. j.
Aquse, 3iv. Mix: dose, a spoonful.
In Congestion of the Head.-RADIUS.




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2'325.         R Potassse Borotartratis, gj.
Aquae Menthse viridis, ~viij.
Spirit. Atheris Nit. 3ij.
Oxymellis Scillse, jj. Mix: dose, f j every second hour.
Diuretic.-SELIG.
Effervescing and'efrigerant mixtures, containing Citrate of
Potash:
2326.          R. Potasse Bicarbonatis, 3j.
Tinct. Aurantii, Mlxv.
Aquas, ~j.
Syrupi, 3j.
Mix: make a draught with a tablespoonful of lemon-juice. To be taken
in a state of effervescence.
Dr. GREGORY.
2327.          R Potassse Bicarb. 3j.
Aqua- Cinnamomi, 3x.
Tinct. Opii, 1lv.
Syrupi Cort. Aurant. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every hour in active effervescence
with a tablespoonful of iemon-juice.
In Obstinate Vomitings.-Dr. THOMAS.
2328.          R Emuls. Amygd. j.
Vini Ipecac. nlx.
Potassre Bicarb. gr. x.
Succi Limonis, 3iij. Mix: make a draught.
Expectorant. —Mr. SAVORY.
2329.    [     1 Potassse Bicarbonatis,
Acidi Citrici, ana Dj.
Syrupi Mori, 3iij.
Aqua destillatue, 3ix. Mix: f3ij every sixth hour.
In Febrile Coughs of Children one year old.-Dr. WEST.
2330.         R Potasse Bicarb. 3j.
Succi Limonis,,ss.
Mist. Camphoras, 3vj.
Antim. Tartarizati, gr. ss.
Syrupi Cort. Aurant. 3j. Mix: make a draught.
In Scarlet Fever.-Dr. FRAMPTON.
2331.          R Acidi Citrici,
Potassse Bicarb. ana 3j.
Syrupi Aurantii,
Spirit. Myristicae, ana ~j.
Aquoe destillatoe, 3xij.
Mix: make a mixture. f~j every 4 hours.
In Fevers and Inflammatory Sore Throats.-Mr. SAVORY.




414          THE   BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2332.       RB Potassm Bicarb. Dj
Acidi Citrici, gr. xviij.
Aceti Scillse, 3j.
Spirit. _Etheris Nit. 3ss.
Syrupi Limonum, 3j.
Aquae purae, 3x.
Mix: make a saline draught. To be taken every 4 hours.
In Peripneumonia.-Dr. GREGORY.
2333.       1R Succi Limonis, ass.
Potassse Carb. jj, or enough to saturate the lemon-juice.
Aquse Menth. pip. ~j.
Antim. Tartarizati, gr. 1-12th.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at once, and repeated in 3 hours.
In severe Intermnittents.-Mr. DAWSON.
2334.       R1 Potassae Subcarb. Dj.
Succ. Limon. rec. 3ss.
Mist. Camphorae,.j.
Potassse Nitratis, gr. x.
Syrupi Rhceados, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every fourth hour.
In.Fevers, c.-Dr. COPLAND.
POTASSAE NITRAS ET CHLORAS. Nitrate and Chlorate
of Potash.
The Nitrate of Potash is diuretic and refrigerant.    It has
been used abroad in acute rheumatism, doses of as much as an
ounce at a time, in large quantities of barley-water, being
prescribed. In England it is given in dropsies, to form a
cooling drink in fevers, to check haemoptysis, mitigate dyspnoea, and alleviate scalding in gonorrhoea.  It has also been
prescribed in scurvy by Dr. Garrod.      Dose, five to twenty
grains, as a diuretic; but in acute gonorrhoea or rheumatic fever,
one drachm to one ounce is given, much diluted with water.
Chlorate of Potash resembles the Nitrate in its action.   It
is used as a refrigerant and diaphoretic, in colds, fevers, &c.
It has been especially recommended by some in various forms
of cachexia-as in cancrum oris, in chronic syphilis, in phthisis
and scrofula, in typhoid and eruptive fevers —being supposed
to exert a special power in purifying the blood. Some suppose that it acts in a chemical manner, in the same way as
those preparations which contain free chlorine, which is ob



THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.                 415
viously a mistake.    Similarly erroneous is the notion that it
affords a direct supply of oxygen to the system.       Dose, ten to
thirty grains.
2335.          R Potasss Nitratis, gr. x.
Sacchari, 3j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken in a wineglassful of spearmint water.
(The mint water should be quite cold, and the powder dissolved in
it just before the moment of administration.)
An agreeable drink in Fevers.-Dr. DRUITT.
2336.          R Potassae Nitratis, 3vj.
Pulv. Acacise, 3iij.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizx,
Pulv. Althase, ana 3iij.
Syrupi, q. s.
Make into 5-grain pills. Five to six, three times a day.
In Dysuria and Urethritis.-FoY.
2337.          R Potassse Nitratis, 3ij.
Decocti Hordei comp. Oj. Mix: for an ordinary drink.
In Measles, and _Fevers generally.-Dr. E. G. CLARK.
2338.          ] Salis Nitri, 3ss.
Decocti Hordei, a cupful.
Dissolve: take every hour and a half.
In Influenza. —Mr. ROWE.
2339.          1 Potassse Nitratis, gss-gj.
Decocti Hordei, Oiss.
Sacchari, q. s. to suit the taste.
The whole to be taken in the day, in divided doses.
In Acute Rheumatism. —GENDRIN.
2340.         1: Potasse Nitratis, 3j.
Aquae Menthae pip. 3ij.
Mist. Camphora, 3ix.
Syrupi, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every fourth hour.
In Rheumatism.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2341.         Rf Potassee Nitratis, 3j.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3ij.
Aqua destill. 3ij.
Make a draught. To be taken at bedtime.
In lffematemesis.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2342.          R Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
Potassa Nitratis, 3j.
Mist. Amygdaloe, 3v.
Mix: f ss when the cough is troublesome.
Dr. HOOPER.




416           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2343.             P Potassse Nitratis, gr. x.
Camphorae, gr. vj.
Pulv. Acacise, gr. xxiv.
Mix: one-third to one-half at a dose.
FoY.
2344.          R Potassse Nitratis, 3j.
Camphorse,
Confec. Rose, ana 3ss.
Mix: divide in 4-grain pills. Two to ten a day.
In Gonorrhoea. —GuIBOURT.
2345.          R Potassse Nitratis, ~ss.
Aceti,
Syrupi simp. ana.ij.
Aqume destill. gxij. Mix.
To be used as a common drink in Fevers, &c.-Dr. HOOPER.
2346.         1R Potassse Nitratis, gr. x.
Mist. Camphors, 3xj.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
At commencement of Fevers.-Dr. THOMAS.
2347.          R Potassse Nitratis, 3j.
Ammon. Hydrochlor. gr. xij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken two, three, or four times a day, in
three ounces of water.
As a Diaphoretic in Inflammatory Fever.-Dr. THOMAS.
2348.          I Potassoe Nitratis, 3iss.
Antim. Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iv.
Mix, and divide into 8 powders. One every second hour.
Diaphoretic in Fevers. —Dr. DEWEES (U. S.).
2349.          R Potasste Nitratis, 3ij.
Acid. Nit. dil. 3j.
Decoct. Hordei, lbij. Mix: to be taken during the day.
In early stage of Fever.-Dr. GRAVES.
2350.          R Potasse Nitratis, gr. xv.
Pulv. Scillke,
Pulv. Pimentoe, ana gr. x.
Mix: dose, x-xx gr. three times a day, as a diuretic.
Diuretic.-SWEDIAUR.
2351.         R1 Potasss Nitratis, ij.
Sodae Bicarb. 3ss.
Vin. Antim. 3ij.
Syrupi Croci,
Spirit. JEth. Nitrici, ana 5j.
Aquse, 3v. Dose, ~iss every four hours.
lFebrifuge.-Dr. DRUITT.




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2352.        R1 Potass-e Chloratis, 3ss.
Syrupi, 3iiss.
Aquse destill. 3xiiss.
Mix: to be given in the course of the day in tablespoonful doses.
In Cancrum    Oris.-Mr. HUNT.
2353.        1R Potassae Chloratis, 3j.
Syrupi Rhoeados, ~j.
Aquae destill. kv. One-sixth for a dose.
Stimulant in Febrile Affections, and the Exanthemata.
Dr. HOOPER.
2354.         1 Potassae Chloratis, 3j.
Aquae Cinnamoini, 3xj.
Tinct. Aurantii, 5j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every third hour.
In Typhus Fever. —Dr. THOMAS.
2355.         R Potassse Chloratis, gr. viij.
Sodii Chloridi, gr. xx.
Sods Bicarb. gr. xxx.
Mix: make a powder. One, every second or third hour.
In low Febrile Cases, and in Cholera.-Dr. STEVENS.
2356.         R Potassa Chloratis, gr. x.
Spirit 2Eth. Nit. 3j.
Aquoe pura3, 3iss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at bedtime.
In an ordinary Cold in the Head.
2357     P    ~ Potassse Nitratis,.ij.
Decocti Hordei, vij.
Oxymel. simp. ~j. Mix: make a gargle.
In  Ulceration of the Throat.-Mr. BRANDE.
2358.         13 Sodii Chloridii,
Potassse Nitratis,
Ammonia Hydrochloratis, ana.ij.
Aquse, q. s. to dissolve.
A mixture producing intense cold.
To Local Inflammations with Heat. —Dr. HOOPER.
2359.         Rc Potasss Chloratis, 3j.
Aquae destil. xij
Dissolve. To indolent sores as a lotion, and internally in three times
its bulk of vehicle.
Dr. COPLAND.
POTASSE       SULPHAS       ET BISULPHAS.          Sulphate and
Bisulphate of Potash.
Sulphite of Potash (Sal Polychrestum) is contained in compound Ipecacuan powder, in which it is of use in effecting, by




418         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
the hardness of its crystals, a perfect division of the other
constituents.  This salt is a mild laxative, and is frequently
combined with a dose of rhubarb, as in the Pulvis Rhei Salinus
(Guy's Hosp.). It is also used as an alterative in liver obstructions.  Dose, as an alterative, ten to twenty grains; as a purgative, one to four drachms.
The Bisulphate is very acid to the taste, and much more
soluble in water than the last.  It is sometimes employed as a
cathartic and antiphlogistic, or may be given with a carbonate
to form  an effervescing draught.   Dose, ten grains to two
drachms.
Potassxe Sulphas cum Sulphure (E.), made by deflagrating
niter with sulphur, is a mild purgative.  Dose, half a drachm
to a drachm.
Pulvis Salinus Compositus (E.) contains sulphate of potash.
Dose, two to four drachms.
Pulvis Potasse  Sulphatis cum Rheo (Ellis).   Dose, half a
drachm.
2360         R Potassme Sulphatis, 3ij.
Pulv. Rhei, Nij.
Olei Fceniculi, ltvj.
Extr. Centaureme benedicts, q. s. to make 60 pills.
Five to six for a dose.
Purgative.-PHMEBUS.
2361.        I Potassme Bisulphatis,
Sodae Carbonatis, ana 3j.
Dissolve separately in two ounces of water, mix and take while effervescing.
Refrigeerant Laxative.-Dr. BARKER.
POTASS2E BICHROMAS. Bichromate of Potash.
This is an irritant poison if given in large doses.  It has
lately been employed by some Continental practitioners in the
treatment of syphilitic disorders, apparently with considerable
success.  The dose of this salt is from one-sixth to one-fourth
of a grain.
2362.       1 Potasse Bichromatis, gr. xv.
Extr. Gentianm, 3iij.
Mix, and divide into 80 pills. One, night and morning. (Should nausea or vomiting be produced, some opium may be added.)
InT Syphilis.-Dr. VICENTI




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POTASSII IODIDUM.    See IODINIUM.
POTASSII BROMIDUM.     See BROMINIUM.
POTASSII OYANIDUM.    See ACIDUM HYDROCYANICUM.
POTASSII SULPHURETUM.     See SULPHUR.
PRUNA.     Prunes.
These are the dried fruit of the Prunus domestica, or cultivated Plum-tree (Nat. Ord. Amnygdalew).     They are chiefly
obtained from France. They are used in medicine on account
of their mild laxative properties, for which purpose their pulp
is frequently combined with senna, cassia, or other medicines,
to form a confection (as in Conf. Senns).
2363.        1 Pruni domestics fruct. lbss.
Sennse foliorum,,j.
Caryophyll. contus. 3ss.
Sacchari brunei,,j.
Aquae ferventis, Oij.
Mix: macerate for two hours, strain. Dose, f iv, every three hours
until effectual.
A gentle Laxative.-Dr. JOY.
PYRETHRUM.        Pellitory.
This is the root of Anacyclus Pyrethrumn (Nat. Ord. Conmposite), a native of Spain and other countries.   It has no
smell, but is very acrid when chewed. It contains a principle
called Pyrethrine.   It is powerfully irritant.  It has been
given in paralysis and intermittents, but is chiefly employed as
a masticatory, to promote the flow of saliva. It is employed
in the form  of lotions to chilblains, and parts affected with
rheumatic pains.
Tinctura Pyrethri (Paris Codex) is intended for external
use.
2364.        R Pyrethri rad. contrit.
Mastiches, ana 3j.
Make two masses. To be chewed as a masticatory, the saliva to be spit
out.
Dr. PARIS.
2365.        R Tinct. Pyrethri, 3vj.
Linim. Camphorse, 3iv.
Liquoris Ammoniae, 3ij. Mix: make a liniment.
For Chilblains and Rheumatic Pains. —Dr. COPLAND.




420          TIHE  BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2366.       RI Pyrethri contusi, ass.
Camphorre, 3iij.
Opii, 3j.
Olei Caryophylli, 3ij.
Spirit Vini rect. vj. Mix, and strain after ten days.
To be applied upon Cotton in case of Toothache. —Mr. BRANDE.
2367.       RI Pyrethri, Jj.
Florum Spilanthi (Para cress), ~iv.
Fol. Inuls  Ttalicae, ~j.
Spirit. Vini rect. ~viij.
Macerate for fifteen days, express, and strain.
Odontalgic.
QUASSIA.
This is the wood of Picrwna excelsa, a West Indian tree
(Nat. Ord. Simarubacew).     In ordinary cases it is a pure
bitter tonic, being neither irritant nor aromatic. Like calumba
and canella, it contains no tannin, and may thus be prescribed
with salts of iron.  It acts on animals as a narcotic, and Kraus
states that its prolonged use will bring on dimness of sight in
men.   It is used as other simple bitters, as a tonic in dyspepsia, loss of appetite and strength, and simple debility after
fevers or from  any cause.  Its infusion is frequently resorted
to as a convenient vehicle for the preparations of mercury and
iron, and for iodide of potassium.  It is seldom or never given
in substance.
Extractum Quassiwe (E.), five to ten grains.
Infusum Quassi'e (L., E., D.), one ounce to one ounce and
a half.
Tinctura Quassiw (E.), one to two drachms.
Tinct. Quassiw conmp. (E.), one to three drachms.
Tinum Quassie (Radius), three to four drachms.
2368.        R Infusi Quassise, 3vj.
Tinct. Calumbse, 3ij.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3v.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
Tonic. —Dr. PARIS.
2369.       tR Ras. lign. Quassie, 3ss.
Aquse Calcis vivae, 3vij.
Let it digest for 24 hours. Strain, and add
Aquae Menth. vir.,tij.
Syrupi Aurantii, ass. Mix.
Tonic and Antacid.-Dr. COPLAND.




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2370.        PR Infusi Quassise, kiss.
Myrrhbe, gr. x.
Potassse Sulphatis cum Sulphure, %iss.
Tinct. Cinnam. co. Rtpxxx.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Hypochondriasis.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
QUERCUS. Oak Bark.
The bark of Quercus pedunculata, the common Oak (Nat.
Ord. Amentacee). The thin pieces are the best. Oak bark
contains tannic acid, and is therefore astringent in its properties. The proportion of this principle is about sixteen per
cent. The decoction may be used both internally and externally in haemorrhages, fluxes, and all cases where an astringent
is desirable. The powder and extract have been given in intermittents. The dose of the powder is from half a drachm to
a drachm.
Extractum Quercs (D. 1826), ten grains to two scruples.
Decoctum Quercus (L., E., D.), an ounce and a half to two
ounces.
2371.        ]R Pulv. Quercus cort..j.
Pulv. Calami,
Pulv. Gentianae, ana gr. v.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every three hours.
In the Apyrexia of Intermittents.-AUGUSTIN.
2372.         P -Decocti Quercus, kiss.
Pulv. Gallarum, gr. x.
Tinct. Catechu, 3ss.
Tinct. Cardam. c. 3j.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Make a draught, to be taken twice a day.
Astringent.-Dr. PARIS.
2373.         R Quercus corticis exterioris contuse,,iss.
Aquse ferventis, Oj.
Macerate for three hours and strain; then add
Pulv. Gallke, 3ij.
Tinct. Cardam. co. ~ij. Mix: a wineglassful for a dose.
Astringent.-Dr. HOOPER.
2374.         R Quercus cort. contus. ass.
Aquse ferventis, ~xiij. Macerate for an hour, and strain.




422        THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
R ColaturC, 3xj.
Tinct. Catechu, 3ss.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 5j.
Syrupi Aurant. cort. 3j.
Mix: make an astringent draught.
Dr. COPLAND.
2375.   l   R Decocti Quercfts corticis, Oj.
Aluminis, 5j. Mix: make an astringent injection.
In Leucorrhoea, bc.-Dr. HOOPER.
2376.       1I Decocti Quercfus, Oj.
Pulv. Aluminis, 3ss.
Spirit. Vini Gallici, ~ij. Mix: make a gargle.
In Chronic Sore Throat with relaxed Uvula.
Dr. ELLIS (U. S.).
QUINA ET SALES.       Quinine and its Salts.
Quina and Cinchonia are the two bitter alkaloids to which
the medicinal properties of the Cinchona barks are owing. The
yellow barks (as the Calisaya) contain most Quina; the red
barks, most Cinchonia. They exist naturally in combination
with Kinic acid. Quina is extracted from the bark by a chemical process, and being subsequently combined with sulphuric
acid, forms the crystalline Disulphate of Quina, or common
Quinine.  In this form it is perhaps more used than any other
medicine, except Opium.   Though itself rather insoluble in
water, it becomes very soluble on the addition of a drop of
dilute sulphuric acid for each grain of Quinine in the mixture.
As a tonic in simple debility, and loss of appetite from atonic
dyspepsia, Quinine is unrivaled. It is rarely given where there
is much irritation of the stomach, or in high inflammatory fever.
It has lately been highly recommended in typhoid fever, though
its employment in this case was deprecated by the late Dr.
Graves.   It is the best antiperiodic with which we are acquainted. It may be given between the paroxysms of ague,
in moderate or in large doses. It is useful in neuralgia and
other affections, when marked by periodicity.
The Valerianate of Quina has been recommended as an antiperiodic.  The Arsenite combines the antiperiodic action of
Arsenious acid with that of Quinine.  The Citrate of Quinine




THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                 423
and Iron may be given in debility when attended with ansemia,
or in facial neuralgia.
The ordinary dose of Disulphate of Quina is two grains three
times a day. As much as ten grains, or more, may be given
in particular cases.
(Quinidia is an alkaloid found in some kinds of bark, which
much resembles Quina.    What has been called Amorphous
Quinine is impure Quinidia.  It may be prescribed and used
like Quinine.)
Tinctura Quine eomposita (L.): dose, one to three drachms.
Quinwe Arsenis: dose, one-fifth of a grain.
Quine Gitras, one to five grains.
Syrupus Quinwe (itratis (Majendie), one to two drachms.
Ferri et Quinae Oitras, five grains.
Quince Ferrocyanas (Paris Codex), one to five grains.
Quine lodidumn (1Hydriodas), two to three grains.
Quinc et i'erri lodidum, two to three grains.
Quinwe Hlydriodas lodureta, two to three grains.
Quinwe lMurias (D.), one to two grains.
Quinwe et Hydrargyri Chloriclum, half to one grain.
Quinxz  Kinas, three to five grains.
Quine Lactas, three to nine grains in the day.
Quine Nitras (Paris).
Quinte Phosphas.
Quine Sulphas (neutra). These three are prescribed as the
Disulphate.
Quinw Tannas, one to five grains.
Quinwe Tartras (Paris Codex), one to five grains.
Quine Valerianas (D.), half to one grain.
Cinchonite Diszulphas and Quinidiw (vel Chinoidinw) Disulphas are prescribed in the same manner as common Quinine.
Prescriptions giving the common Disulphate of Quinine.
(When sulphuric acid is combined with it, the neutral or soluble
Sulphate is formed.)
2377.      PR Quinm Disulph. gr. iij-xji.
Pulv. Sacchari, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One, night and morning.
In Nervous _Debility and Intermittents.-RADIUS.




424           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2378.          R Quinse Disulph. gr. iij.
Sacchari albi, gr. vij.
Mix: make a. powder. To be taken every three hours, during the absence of the paroxysm.
In Ague.-Dr. JoY.
2379.          R Quinve Disulph. gr. ~.
Pulv. Chocolat. gr. vij.
Sacch. lactis, gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every three hours.
Antiperiodic or Tonic.-Kopp.
2380.          R Quinse Sulph. gr. xxxij.
Syrupi simp.,viij.
Mix: make a Quinine syrup. Two teaspoonfuls two or three times a
day.
Antiperiodic or Tonic.-Dr. COPLAND.
2381.          R Quine Disulph. gr. xv.
Pulv. Cinnam. 3ss.
Extr. Cinchonas, q. s. to make 30 pills. Four, every fourth,
third, or second hour.
Antiperiodic or Tonic. —HENSCEIEL.
2382.          R Quinse Disulph. gr. x
Acid. Sulph. dil. gtt. viij.
Aqua Cinnam. ~iiss.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Dose, a tablespoonful.
Dr. DUNGLISON (U. S.).
2383.          g Quinae Disulph. gr. ij.
Mist. Camphorae, 3x.
Tinct. Aurant. nWxx. Mix: make a draught.
Dr. GREGORY.
2384.          R Quinse Disulph. (seu Acet.) gr. xij.
Alcoholis (seu Spirit. JEth. co.),ss.
Tinct. Opii, gtt. xij.
Mix: twenty drops in some appropriate vehicle.
SCnMIDT.
2385.          R Quinae Disulph.
Camphorre,
Capsici, ana gr. iij.
Mucilaginis, q. s. to make 3 pills. To be taken night and
morning.
To prevent Sickening in persons exposed to Malaria.
Dr. COPLAND.
2386.         [R Hydrarg. Chlor. gr. iij.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. x. Mix: make a powder.
To precede the use of Quinine in treatment of Ague.
Dr. WATSON.]




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2387.          R Quinm Disulph. gr. iij.
Infusi Rose comp. 3x.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3ij.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every third hour.
In Ague.-Dr. GREGORY.
2388.          R  Quinse Sulph. gr. ij-vj.
Morphine Sulph. gr. ss-j.
Mix, and divide into two, three, or four doses.
In Ague, Jc.-MAJENDIE.
2389.         1R Quinae Disulph. gr. x.
Antim. Pot.-tart. gr. iij.
Mix well, and divide into 6 equal parts. One to be taken every two
hours during the intermission.
In Ague.-Dr. DOMINIQUE GOLA.
2390.          R Qninae Disulph. gr. j.
Pulv. Cinchonae, gr. xv.
Pulv. Rhei,
Oleo-sacch. Menthne, ana gr. v.
Mix: make a powder. Eight of these to be given.
In Intermittent Fever.-Dr. NAUMANN.
2391.          R Quinne Disulph. gr. x.
Ext. Millefolii, q. s. to make four pills.
One for a dose, to be given on the days on which the fever is absent.
In Intermittents.-Dr. PEEUFER (Heidelberg).
2392.          13 Quine Disulph. gr. xxxvj.
Pulv. Capsici, gr. xij.
Mist. Acacie, q. s.
Mix, and make 12 pills. One or two, every fourth hour, until four
doses have been taken before the expected return of the paroxysm.
In Intermittents.-Dr. THOMAS.
2393.          R Quine Disulph. gr. xv. ad.j.
Acid Sulph. dil. Tlxv.
Aqun Cinnamomi, 3xv.
Syrupi, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, ILx.
Make a draught. To be taken either twelve or six hours before the expected onset of the paroxysm.
To put a stop to severe Intermittents.-Dr. VAN BUREN.
2394.          R Pulv. Opii, gr. j.
Quine Disulph. gr. iij.
Pulv. Sacchari,
Pulv. Acacie, ana gr. vj. Mix: make a powder.
To be taken a short time before the Paroxysm          of Malignant
Intermittents.                                    NEUMANN.
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426           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2395.            1 Qumne Disulph. gr. iiss.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. j.
Morphiae Acet. gr. 1-6.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make a pill. To be taken every third hour.
In ordinary Remittent Fevers.-Dr. GREGORY.
2396.        1R Quinse Disulph. gr. viij-xx.
Acid Sulph. dil. q. s.
To be taken in some aromatic draught two or three times a day.
In Typhoid Fever (recommended only in the later stages, when
the pulse is comparatively quiet).              M. LouIs.
2397.         I3 Ipecac. pulv. gr. xv.
Antim. Tart. gr. j. Mix. To be taken at once, and afterward,
Quinse Disulph. gr. v-x, every two hours, in some suitable
vehicle.
(Dr. R. Dundas, the most strenuous advocate of this plan of treatment,
recommends the dose of 10 grains, as below, or even more.)
In Typhus Fever.-Mr. EDDOWES.
2398.         R Quinc Disulph. gr. xxx.
Divide into 3 powders. One every second hour. (The dose to be afterward diminished during convalescence.)
To arrest Typhus Fever.-Dr. DUNDAS.
2399. -          Quince Disulph. 3ss.
Calomelanos, Dj.
Mix: make a powder.   This to be given at once: an hour afterward, the same dose of Quinine with 5 grains of James' Powder;
and in two hours more, biss of Castor Oil.
In Yellow Fever.-Dr. W. J. CUMMINS.
If the dose be vomited at first, it is to be repeated, and a mustard plaster applied to the epigastrium.
2400.        1R Quinse Disulph. gr. v-x.
Antim. Tart. gr. a —.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day in a decoction of
barley or oatmeal.
In Continued Fever.-Dr. HEADLAND.
2401.         1 Quinse Disulph. gr. vj.
Pulv. Jacobi, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day.
In Remittent Fever.-Dr. MCWILLIAMS.
2402.         R Quinse Disulph. gr. xij-Dj.
Ferri Sulph. gr. ix.
Acid. Sulph. dil. nxl.
Aquee, purse Oiss.
Mix. A wineglassful every quarter of an hour, or hour, according to
circumstances.
In Cholera.-Dr. BELL.




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2403.     P    1 Quinae Disulph. gr. x.
Acid Sulph. dil. nrx.
Aque destil. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. A draught every six hours.
In Neuralgia.-Mr. C. HOGG.
2404.          R Quine Disulph. gr. xvj.
Infusi Valerianse vj.
Mist. Camphorge, ~iv.
Tinct. Valerianse, ass.
Mix: make a mixture. Four tablespoonfuls every third or fourth hour.
A dose of blue pill and castor oil to be given occasionally.
In Intermittent Epilepsy. —Dr. FOSBROOKE.
2405.         l1 Quinze Disulph. gr. ij.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. iij.
Pulv. Doveri, gr. iij.
Mix: make a powder. One every three hours. (So as to give 16 gr.
of Quinine in twenty-four hours.)
In the Dysentery of Ceylon. —Dr. CAMERON.
The remaining prescriptions show the great variety of ways
in which the Disulphate of Quina may be combined when exhibited as a simple Tonic.
2406.          R Quinse Disulph. 3j.
Ext. Anthemidis, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills. One or two, twice a day.
In Atonic Dyspepsia.
2407.         R1 Ext. Belladonnas, 3ss.
Quinae Disul. 3j.
Mix: make 30 pills. One, three times a day.
In Gastralgia.-Dr. D   H. GREEN.
2408.         R1 Quinae Disulph. gr. xij.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3j.
Infusi Rosei co. ~v.
Mix: make a mixture. One-sixth part for a dose.
Tonic. —Dr. HOOPER.
2409.        R1 Quinae Sulph. gr. ij.
Acid. Sulph. dil. rLij.
Spirit. Myristicse, 3j.
Aquse destil. 3x.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken once or twice a day.
In Atonic Dyspepsia, &c.-Dr. COPLAND.
2410.          1e Quinae Disulph. gr. vi.
Acid, Sulph. dil. 3j.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 5iij.
Aquae Cinnam. 3vss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
In Spermatorrhoea.-Mr. MILTON.




428           THE   BOOK    OP PRESCRIPTIONS.
2411.         R Aquae destil. 3iss.
Quinse Disulph. gr. iv.
Acid. Sulph. dil. nlTiv.
Syrupi Zingib. ass.
Mix: one or two teaspoonfuls three times a day.
Tonic mixture for Children.
2412.         R Quinae Disulph. gr. ij.
Acid. Sulph. Arom. rLxvj.
Aque destil. 3iss.
Syrupi Caryophylli, ass.
Mix. Take from f3j to f3ij, three times a day.
Tonic for very young Infants.-Dr. JoY.
2413.        1R Quinae Disulph. gr. xviij.
Magnesiae Sulph. 3j.
Acid. Sulph. dil. 3iss.
Mist. Camphorme, ~x.
Mix. One-sixth part, three tiles a day.
H. J.
2414.        R1 Quinae Disulph. gr. j ad ij.
Sodse Carb. gr. iv ad v.
Sacchari, 3j.
Mix: make a powder. A powder night and morning.
In Scrofulous Ophthalmia.-VON AMMON.
2415.         R Quinse Disulph. gr. xvj.
Acid. Sulph. dil. 3ss.
Tinct. Aurantii,
Syrupi Aurantii, ana 3iv.
Aquae purse,.vij.
Mix. Three tablespoonfuls every noon.
For Children.-Mr. COULSON.
2:416.       J' Quinae Disulph. gr. iij.
Acid. Sulph. dil. gtt. vj.
Tinct. Aurantii,
Syrupi Zingib. ana 3ij.
Aquae destil. 5iij. Mix: a tablespoonful twice a day.
In the Cachexy of Children.-Dr. OKE.
2417;           & Quinse Disulph. 3ss.
Acid. Nit. dil. 3iij.
Tinct. Aurantii,
Syrupi Zingib. ana 3vj.
Mix: a teaspoonful two or three times a day, in a wineglassful of water.
Mr. J. MORGAN.
2418.    ]    1 Quinse Disulph.
Ferri Sulph.
Extr. Anthemidis, ana 3j.
Olei Anthemidis, gtt. vj.
Mix: divide into 20 pills. One, three times a day.
Dr. G. BIRD.




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2419.          R Quinse Disulph. gr. xij.
Extr. Gentianse, 3j.
Pil. Rhei comp. Dij.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. vj.
Mix: make into 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. RYAN.
2420.          R Extr. Aloes, gr. xviij.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. vj.
Extr. Rhei, gr. xviij.
Quinae Disulph. gr. xij.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. One, at noon, and at bedtime.
Alterative Tonic and Aperient.-Dr. BARON.
2421.          R QuinSe Disulph. gr. x-xv.
Acid. Phosph. sic. 3ij.
Pulv. Althasem, Div.
Extr. Centaurii, Nij.
Mix, and form a mass: divide into 60 pills. From three to six, two or
three times a day.
In Nervous -Debility, with disposition to Hsemorrhage, as after
Abortion.                                       RADIUS.
2422.          RQ Quin  Sulph. Sss-3j.
Potassas Sulph. 3iss.
Gummi Galbani, Div.
Extr. Gentiana, vel Anthemidis, 3j.
Pil. Aloes c. MyrrhA, 3iij.
Theriacoe purif. q. s. to make a mass to be divided into
120 pills. Two or three, two or three times a day.
Tonic and Aperient.-Dr. COPLAND.
2423.          R Quince Disulph. gr. ij.
Acid. Sulph. dil. gtt. ij.
Tinct. Opii, rTLx-xxx.
Aquae, giss.
Mix: make a draught. Every four, six, or eight hours
Delirium   Tremens.-Dr. R. B. TODD.
2424.          R Quinse Disulph. gr. xij.
Acid. Sulph. dil. rnLvj.
Tinc-t. Opii, nLvj.
Aquse tepidas, 3vj.
Mix: make an enema. (Wherever the state of the stomach does not
admit of the exhibition of Quinine in the ordinary way.)
Dr. JoY.
Prescriptions containing the salts of Quinine which are not
officinal in the London Pharmacopoeia.




430           THE   BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2425.          R Quince Arseniatis, gr. -.
Aquae destil. kiss.
Syrupi flor. Aurant. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. One such draught every four hours for two
days, to overcome the fever.
In  Tertian Agues, when       Quinine and Arsenic, given separately, have failed.                       Dr. NELIGAN.
2426.          R Quinae Diarsenitis, gr. iv.
Micae panis, q. s. to make 12 pills. One pill two, three,
or four times a day.
In Lepra, and other Cutaneous Diseases.-Dr. KINGDON.
2427.          R Quinse Diarsenitis, gr. iv.
Sacchari pulveris,
Pulv. Acacise, ana 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, twice a day.
In Lepra, fc.-Dr. KINGDON.
2428.          R Ferri et Quince Citratis,
Extr. Gentianae, ana 3ss.
Mix: form a mass. Divide into 12 pills.
Tonic.-Dr. HOOPER.
2429.         B1 Ferri et Quince Citratis, gr. xlviij.
Tinct. Aurantii, ass.
Aque purse, ~vss. Mix: f ss twice a day.
Dr. W. BUDD.
2430.          R Ferri et Quince Citratis, 3ij.
Pulv. Myrrhbe, gr. vj.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to make 12 pills. One, every day, an
hour before dinner.
In Dyspepsia.
2431.          R Ferri et Quince Citratis, 3iss.
Ammon. Carbonatis, 3ij.
Tinct. Aurantii, Pij.
Aquae, 5ij. Mix: a teaspoonful in water twice a day.
2432.          R Quinae informis (amorphous), gr. ij.
Acidi Citrici, gr. j.
Syrupi Limonum, 3j.
Aquoe destil. ~j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In General Debility, and in Convalescence from Acute Diseases.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2433.         1R Quince Ferrocyanatis, gr. xxiv.
Mucilaginis, q. s. to make 12 pills. Two for a dose.
Mr. DONOVAN.




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2434.          R Quinse Ferrocyanatis, gr. iv.
Alcoholis, 3j. Dissolve, and add
Mist. Camphorse, 3vij.
Mix: make a draught. Shake the phial before taking.
In Ague.-Mr. DONOVAN.
2'435.        RL Quinse Muriatis, 3j.
Aquce Menthe piperite, ss.
Mix: twenty to sixty drops every two hours.
In Intermittents of Children.-RADIUS.
2436.         53 Quinse Muriatis, gr. viij.
Aquqe Foeniculi,,v.
Etheris Muriatici, 3j.
Sacchari,.ss. Mix: a spoonful every two hours.
In Intermittents.-RADIUS.
2437.         R Quinse Muriatis, gr. xij.
Acid. Muriat. dil. rnLv.
Aquce destil..vji.
Syrupi flor. Aurant.,j.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Chronic Debility.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2438.          R Hydrarg. et Quinse Chloridi, gr. xv.
Opii, gr. vj.
MicCe panis, q. s. to make a mass, to be divided into 30
pills. One, three times a day.
To produce Salivation.-Dr. HAMILTON.
2439.          R Quince Kinatis,
Piperis nigri,
Extr. Absinthii, ana 3j.
Mix: make 60 pills. Three every two or three hours.
In obstinate Intermittents.-RONANDER.
2440.    i     R Quinse Lactatis, 3ss.
Extr. Juniperi, q. s. to make 20 pills. Two to six a day.
In Intermittents.-BOUCHARDAT.
2441.          R Quinse Lactatis, gr. vij.
Aquse Menthce viridis, 3v.
Syrupi Caryophylli, 3j.
Aquse, 3iiiss.
Mix: to be taken in divided doses during the apyrexia.
In Intermittents.-BOUCHARDAT.
2442.        R1 Quine Valerianatis, gr. viij.
Mucilag. 3ij.
Aquae, ad ~iij. Mix: dose, 3j-3ss.
In Neuralgia.-Dr. DAVEY.
2443.          R Quina Valerianatis, gr. ix.
Extr. Gentianse, gr. xxiv.
Mix: make 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Nervous Debility and Ilysteria.-Dr. NELIGAN.




432          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2444.        R1 Quine Valerianatis, gr. vij.
Infusi Cascarillae, iv.
Mix: make a mixture. Half an ounce every six hours.
For Hysterical and Neuralgic Affections in debilitated habits.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2445.         ld Quinse Valerianatis, gr. ix.
Liq. Taraxaci, 3vj.
Tinct. Sumbuli, 3ij.
Infusi Lupuli, v.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every noon.
2446.        1R Quinue Tannatis, gr. iij.
Mucilag. Acaciae, q. s. to make a pill. One pill three times
a day.
In Intermittent Neuralgia. —Dr. W. BuDD.
RESINA.      Resin.
This is the hard, yellow, semi-transparent residuum left after
the distillation of the volatile oil from common turpentine.
Melted, and shaken with water, it becomes white resin. Resin
unites with alkalies to form soluble soaps.    It is never given
internally. It is employed as a stimulant ingredient in plasters, cerates, and ointments, giving also substance to them
when required to protect a part.
Ceratum Resinxe (L.).
Unguenturm Resinosum, vel Resine (E., D.).
Resin or Basilicon ointment acts as a mild stimulant to foul
and indolent ulcers.
_Emplastrum   Resinw (L., E., D.) is known as adhesive or
sticking plaster.
Ceratum Resinse compositum (U. S.).
2447.            Pu Pulv. Resinse, liv.
Pulv. Aca.ise,
Pulv. Carbonis, ana 3j.
Mix: make a hmemostatic powder.
To check external Bleeding.-GUIBOURT.
2448.         R Resinse albse, 3viij.
Elemi, Pij.
Terebinth. Venetse,
Olei bacc. Lauri, ana 3j. Liquefy together, and strain.
A good adhesive Plaster.-FoY.




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RHAMNUS. Buckthorn.
The Berries of Rhlamnus catharticus, the Purging Buckthorn (Nat. Ord. Rhamnnacee), are used in the recent state as
cathartic. The juice is separated from the fresh berries by
expression, and combined with spirit to preserve it, or formed
into a syrup with ginger and other aromatics. Buckthorn is
a powerful hydragogue cathartic, but rather too strong and
irritating for general use. It is chiefly used in dropsy. Dose,
of the fresh berries, twenty to forty; of the expressed juice,
half to one ounce.
Syrupus Rhamni (L., E.), half to one ounce.
2449.       R Syrupi Rhamni, ss.
Tinct. Sennae,
Tinct. Rhei, ana 3j.
Aqueu Anethi, 3vj. Mix: make a purging draught.
RHATANIA. See KRAMERIA.
RHEUM. Rhubarb.
The drug known by this name is the root of various species
of Rheum (Nat. Ord. Polygonacee), some of which are cultivated in England; others are little known. What is called
Turkey Rhubarb is the best in quality. It is obtained through
Russia from some part of the Chinese empire. It is yellow
and mottled in appearance, nauseous and gritty when chewed.
It contains a bitter principle, Rheine, and some peculiar resinous matters. Rhubarb is a mild purgative, and is distinguished
by its astringent and tonic action. It first opens the bowels,
but its secondary effect is to confine them. It is thus well
fitted for use in diarrhoea, but is not so appropriate in constipation, where a continuous aperient action is desired. Though
it seldom irritates, it is not fitted for inflammatory or febrile
cases. It is a good purge for infants. It may be given in the
form of dinner-pills in atonic dyspepsia.
The ordinary dose of powdered rhubarb is from twenty to
thirty grains.
Pulvis Rhei compositus (E., D.). Rhubarb and Magnesia.




434         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Gregory's Powder. Dose for adults, one scruple to one drachm;
for children, five to ten grains.
Pulvis Rhei salinus (Guy's -l.), ten grains to one drachm.
Pilulwe Rhei (E.), five to fifteen grains.
Pilula lRhei composita (L., E., D.), ten grains to one scruple.
Pildlxe Rhei et Ferri (E.), ten to fifteen grains.
Pilulte Rhei curn Opio (Bart. Hosp.), two in diarrhoea.
Extractum Rhei (L., E., D.), ten grains to half a drachm.
Extractum Rhei fluidur (Procter), fifteen drops to half a
drachm.
Infusum Rhei (L., E., D.), one and a half ounce.
Infusum Ihei alkalinum (Copland), one ounce to one and
a half ounce.
Mist. Rhei (Gregory), half ounce three times day.
Liquor Rhei, one drachm equals one ounce of infusion.
Tinctura Rhei (U. S.), one drachm to one ounce.
Tinct. Rhei covmposita (L., E., D.), stomachic, one drachm;
purgative, half to one ounce.
Tinct. Rhei et Aloes (E.), half to one ounce.
Tinct. Rhei et Gentianx   (E.), stomachic, one drachm;
cathartic, half to one ounce.
Tinct. Rhei et Sennx (U. S.), Warner's Cordial.  One to
two ounces.
Tinct. Rhei Anisata (Copland), one drachm to one ounce.
Syrupus Rhei (U. S.). For children, one to two drachms.
Trochisci Rhei (Paris Codex), fifteen grains; two or three
for a dose.
Rheum ustum, vel tostum (Procter).  An astringent in diarrhoea. Dose, five to ten grains.
Rhubarb may be prescribed as a purgative or stomachic in
an almost infinite variety of ways.
The following are examples of powders containing Rhubarb:
2450.       R Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Calumbe, ana gr. x.
Pulv. Aromatici, gr. v.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken at bedtime.
As an aperient in Dyspepsia. —Dr. W. AINSLIE.




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2451.          R Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder. One, every morning.
In Henmatemesis. —Dr. HAMILTON.
2452.          R Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij.
Hydrarg. Chloridi,
Pulv. Zingib., ana gr. iij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every other morning.
For.Diarrhoea in Intermittents.-Dr. THOMAS.
2453.          1P Pulv. Rhei, gr. xv.
Calomelanos, gr. iij.
Pulv. Zingib. gr. ij. Mix: make a powder.
Strong Cathartic.-Dr. JoY.
2454.          l Pulv. Rhei, gr. vj.
Potassse Bitart. gr. xij.
Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. iij.
Sacchari, 3j. Mix: make a powder.
A gentle Purgative for Chlildren.-Dr. JoY.
2455.          R Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Magnes. Carbonatis, 3ij.
Pulv. Cinnam. gr, x.
Mix: three or four grains every third hour for children six months old.
Six to ten grains for from six to twelve months old.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
Pills in which Rhubarb is combined with various other medicines.
2456.         PR Pulv. Rhei,
Sodae Carbonatis,
Ext. Gentianse, ana 3iss.
Mix: divide in pil. No. 60. 2-6 for a dose.
PHARM. GUYENSIS.
2457.          1x Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Zingib. ana 3ss.
Extr. Anthemidis, 3j.
Mix: divide into 30 pills. Three before every meal.
In Dyspepsia and Chlorosis.-Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
2458.          R Pulv. Ipecac. gr. x.
Pulv. Rhei, 3ij.
Syrupi, q. s. to make 12 pills.
One or two every day after dinner.
In Dyspepsia.-Dr. BUDD.
2459.          R Pulv. Rhei, Div.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. xxiv.
Saponis, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. One, three times a day.
Mild Aperient for congested states of the Intestines.
Dr. DRUITT.




436           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2460.          R Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. x.
Olei Carui, gtt. x.
Mucilag. Acacias, q. s. to make a mass to be divided into
20 pills. Two, every night.
In Constipation.-Dr. CHAPMAN.
2461.           Pi Pnlv. Capsici, 5j.
Pulv. Rhei, 3ij.
Sacchari fwecis, q. s.
Mix, and divide in pil. No. 60. Two or three before dinner.
In DIyspepsia.-PHARM. GUYENSIS.
2462.             Pil. Rhei co. 3iiss.
Pil. Hydrarg. 3ss.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. Two, at bedtime, once a week.
In Dyspepsia.-Dr. G. BIRD.
2463.           3 Pil. Rhei co. 3ss.
Pil. Galbani co. 3j.
Mix, and divide into 10 pills. One or two, every night.
In Hysteria.-Dr. GREGORY.
2464.          R Pil. Rhei co.
Pil. Galbani co. ana.iss.
Mix: make 12 pills. (Pil. Scille co. to be substituted for the Comp.
Galbanum pill when there is much dyspnea.)
Dinner-pills, for use in the Dyspepsia of old persons.
Dr. DAY.
2465.         PR Pil. Rhei co.
Pil. Sagapeni co. ana gr. v.
Mix, and make two pills. To be taken at bedtime.
Dr. PARIS.
2466.          R Pil. Rhei co. gr. v.
Pil. Galbani co.
Pulv. Zingib. ana gr. ij.
Olei Anthemidis, ilmj.
Mix: make two pills. To be taken at bedtime.
In Indigestion.-Dr. GREGORY.
2467.          R Pil. Rhei co. 3j.
Pil. Galbani co. 5ss.
Pulv. Antimonii co. gr. xviij.
Olei Lavandulae, gtt. iv.
Mix: make 24 pills. Two every night, or other night.
Alterative and Laxative.
2468.          R Pulv. rad. Rhei,
Aloes Socot. ana Diss.
Saponis Castil.
Pulv. Calumbse, ana  j. Mix: make 20 pills.
Dinner-pills, for the Dyspepsia. of old persons.-Dr. DAY.




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2469.          r Pil. Rhei co. 3j.
Pil. Aloes c. Myrrha,
Pulv. Zingib. ana 3j.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills. One or two every day, before dinner.
In Indigestion.-Dr. GREGORY.
2470.         R Pil. Rhei co. 3ij.
Olei Crotonis, rLj.
Pil. Coloc. co. 3j.
Olei Carui, nLij.
Saponis, gr. iv.
Mix, and divide into 15 pills. One or two, at night.
In Indigestion.-Dr. GREGORY.
2471.         1~ Pulv Rhei,
Pulv. Myrrhe, ana gr. xv.
Extr. Aloes, gr. vij.
Extr. Anthemidis, Diss.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to make 20 pills.
Two or three, an hour before dinner.
In Dyspepsia with Constipation.-Mr. SAVORY.
2472.         1R Pulv. Rhei,
Sodae Acetatis,
Fellis tauri insp. ana 3ij.
Pulv. Gum. Acacise, q. s. Make into a pill mass.
Resolvent.-PHARM. DANICA.
2473.          R Pil. Rhei co. 3j.
Pulv. Scammonii, 3ss.
Pulv. Zingib. gr. x.
Olei Caryophylli, nLiv.
Theriacae, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 24 pills. One or two, as occasion requires.
Habitual Constipation.-DR. JOY.
Bolus and Electuary of Rhubarb.
2474.         ]R Pulv. Rhei, gr. x-xv.
Pulv. Cretas co. gr. vij.
Pulv. Ipecac. co. gr. iij-vij.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to make a bolus.
To be taken at bedtime.
In _Diarrloea.-Dr. COPLAND.
2475.      ]r Magnesia,,
Potassas Supertart.
Flor. Sulphuris,
Pulv. rad. Rhei,
Pulv. flor. Anthem. ana gr. vj.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3iij.
Olei Pimentue, njij.
Mix: make an electuary. For a dose.
Cathartic.-HIECKER.




438           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
Draughts, or single doses of Rhubarb in a fluid form.
2476.          t Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Conf. Aromat. gr. xv.
Aquas Menthae pip. hiss. Mix: make a draught.
In Diarrhoea. —Dr. GREGORY.
2477.         1R Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Potassse Sulphatis, gr. xv.
Aqus Menthe pip. ~iss. Mix: make a purging draught.
Dr. GREGORY.
2478.          R Mist GentianaC co. 3ix.
Tinct. Rhei co. 3ij.
Tinct. Cubebc, 3j.
Mix: make a cathartic draught.
Dr. PARIS.
2479.          R Pulv. Rhei, gr. xv.
Magnes. calcin.
Conf. Aromat. ana 3j.
Aquae Menthe pip. kiss.
Mix: make a purgative draught.
Mr. SAVORY.
2480.            Pulv. Rhei,
Potassae Sulphatis, ana 3j.
Decoct. Aloes co.
Aquae Menth. viridis, ana 3vj.
Spirit. Ammon. Aromat. gss. Mix: make a draught.
Cordial Aperient.-Dr. DRUITT.
2481.          R Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Conf. Aromat. 3ss.
Spirit. Ammon. Arom. gtt. xxx.
Aquse Cinnamomi,
Aquca destill. ana 3vj.
Tinct. Rhei, jj.
Mix: make a draught. To be repeated in six hours.
In _Diarrhoea.
The remaining prescriptions are for various purgative mixtures containing Rhubarb.
2482.         P1 Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Magnes. 3iss.
Pulv. Zingib. 3j.
Aquas Menthte pip. Oj. Mix. Dose, ass.
Tonic in Dyspepsia.-Dr. GREGORY.
2483.          1 Rhei rad. contrit. 3ss.
Sodae Subcarb. 3j.
Decoct. Glycyrrhiza3, ~v and 3ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3vj.
Mix. Dose, from fss to f j once, twice, or three times a day. (A
pleasant and efficacious method of administering small doses of
rhubarb in dyspepsia.)
SPRAGUE.




THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.                  439
2484.          R Infusi Rhei,
Decoct. Aloes co.
Infusi Gentianee co.
Infusi Caryophylli, ana oiss.
Make a mixture. A fourth part twice a day.
Dr. BRIGHT.
2485.          R Pulv. Rhei,
Bismuthi Nitratis,
Conf. Aromat. ana 3j.
Aquae Mentl. piperitms, iv.
Mix. A fourth part twice a day.
In lHabitual Constipation.-Dr. DRUITT.
2486.          R Tinct. Rhei,
Tinct. Gentianse co. ana gss.
Tinct. Cardam. co..j.
Sodse Boratis, 3ss.
Tinct. Zingib. 3ij.
Bismuthi Oxidi, 3j.
Mix: make a mixture, of which, after shaking, take a dessertspoonful
with a tablespoonful of cold water, three times a day, after taking
food.
In Diarrhoea. —Dr. RICHMOND.
2487.         R1 Infusi Rhei, gss.
Potassas Bisulph. 3ss.
Tinct. Cinnam. co. ~ss.
Syrupi Sennse,,ss. Mix: f3j every third hour.
Aperient for Infants.-Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
2488.          1 Pulv. Rhei,
Magnes. ana 3j.
Olei Anisi, gtt. ij.
Sacchari, 5j.
Aquas destill. ad ~ij.
Tinct. Rhei, 3j.
Spirit. Amm. Arom. nL'xij.
Mix: make a mixture. A teaspoonful, as occasion requires.
F'or the Flatulence of Infants.-Dr. UNDERWOOD.
2489.         1r Potassse Sulph. gr. xij.
Infusi Rhei, 3vss.
Tinct. Aurantii, Sss.
Aquae Cinnamomi, 3iss. Mix: f ss, as occasion requires.
Aperient for Children of three years of age.-Dr. WEST.
2490.          R Pulv. Rhei,
Sodse Sesquicarb ana 3ss.
Aquae Menthwe pip. 5ij. 3vj.
Syrupi, 3ij.
Make a mixture. A tablespoonful or dessertspoonful every night.
Alterative Purge for Children.-Dr. UNDERWOOD.




440         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2491.       l3 Infusi Rhei, iij.
Potasss Bicarb. Dj.
Syrupi Zingib. 3ij.
Aquae Menthse pip. 3ij. Dose, ~j twice a day.
For Children with Voracious Appetites and Red Tongues.
Dr. DRUITT.
RH(EAS.     Red Poppy.
Papaver Rhoeas is a common British plant (Nat. Ord. Papaveracese). The petals are mucilaginous, bitter, and very slightly
narcotic. They are chiefly used for the coloring matter which
they contain, but have been also given in the forms of infusion
and syrup as an anodyne in the catarrhal affections of children
and adults.
Syrupus Rhoeados (L., E.), half to one ounce.
Infusum Rhceados (Cottereau).  In catarrhal affections, ad
libitum.
2492.        R Petalorum Rhceados, ij.
Acidi Sulph. dil. gtt. xv.
Sacchari, ij.
Decocti Hordei, Oj. Infuse, and strain.
To be taken freely in Catarrhal Affections. —ST. MARIE.
RHUS.   See TOXICODENDRON.
RICINI OLEUM.       Castor Oil.
Castor Oil is obtained by expression from the seeds of the
Ricinus communis, a plant which grows in India and other
parts of the world. It has a peculiar faint odor and taste. It
differs from most other oils in being soluble in its own volume
of alcohol. It is a mild laxative cathartic, seldom griping, arid
safe in operation. It is admirably adapted for an aperient in
irritable conditions of the system, for weak persons, and women
after their confinement. It is the best purge in peritonitis and
dysentery; in inflammatory diseases of the urinary organs, or
after the operation for lithotomy; and in obstruction of the
bowels. It is well fitted for children. When used as an aperient in constipation, its dose may be gradually lessened.
The dose of the oil for children is from one to two drachms;
for adults, half to one and a half ounce. It may be taken
alone, or swimming on coffee, milk, or wine and water; or
made into an emulsion with yolk of egg or mucilage.




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Emulsio purgans cumn Oleo Ricini (Paris Codex).         Half an
ounce may be given every hour until it operates.
2493.         R Olei Ricini, gij.
Syrupi florum Persicse, gj. Mix.
For Tape-worm. —M. BOURDIER.
2494.         R Olei Ricini, 3vj.
Mucilag. Acaciae, 3ij.
Aquae Foeniculi, gss.
Mix: make a draught. To be repeated as occasion requires.
Dr. THOMAS.
2495.         Rc Olei Ricini,.ss.
Mucilag. Acacie, q. s. Mix, in a mortar, and add
Aquae Menth. pip. ~j.
Tinct. Opii, rLxv.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken as occasion requires.
In Colica Pictonum.-Dr. THOMAS.
2496.          R Olei Ricini, 3vj.
Vitelli Ovi, q. s.
Aquae Menth. pip. 3x. Mix: make a cathartic draught.
Mr. SAVORY.
2497.            Olei Ricini, ~iss.
Vitellum Ovi unius. Mix well, and add
Aqum Menthae viridis,.v.
Syrupi Aurantii,,j. Mix: ~j for a dose.
A  Purge for Children and Delicate Persons.-Dr. HOOPER.
2498.         R Ricini Olei, ~j.
Ovi Vitelli, semissem. Rub up together, and add
Aquae florum Aurant.
Syrup. simp. aa,j.
Aque, vj. Mix.
An Agreeable Purge.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2499.         R Olei Ricini, 3ij.
Vitelli Ovi, q. s. Rub up thoroughly together, and while
rubbing, add gradually
Aqute Cinnamomi, 3ix.
Spirit. Myristice, 3ss.
Tinct. Senne,
Tinct. Jalapae, ana 3j. Make a cathartic draught.
Dr. PARIS.
2500.         1 Olei Ricini, 3j
Pulv. Sacchari, 3j.
Syrupi simp. 3j.
Tinct. Opii, riv.
Aquas flor. Aurantii, 3vij.
Mix: to be shaken before'taken. A teaspoonful every four hours.
In Diarrhoea of Children Teething.-Dr. WEST.
29




442         THE BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2501.        R Olei Ricini, 3ss.
Aquae destil. 3j.
Spirit. Pimentse, 3j.
Liq. Potassae, gtt. xx. Mix: make a draught.
Dr. J. HAMILTON.
2502.        lf Olei Ricini, 3j..Eth. Sulph. 3ij. Mix: a spoonful every two hours.
Anthelmintic in Twenia.-RADIUS.
2503.    P    ) Olei Ricini, 3iss.
Vitel. Ovor. ij.
Infusi Anthemidis, gvj. Mix: make a cathartic enema.
RADIUS.
2504.        R Olei Ricini, giij.
Potassse Carbonatis, Dj.
Saponis,'j.
Aquae ferventis, Oj. Mix, and make an enema.
In obstinate Constipation, Bc.-Dr. HOOPER.
ROSA    CANINA.     Dog Rose.
This plant is the Dog Rose both of the ancients and the
moderns.   It belongs to the Nat. Ord. Rosaceee.  The fruit, or
hip, is the part used. It contains much saccharine matter,
with a little vegetable acid. The hairy seeds within must be
removed. A confection is then formed of the pounded fruits,
which is chiefly valuable in the formation of pill masses, and
as a vehicle for other medicines.
Confectio Roswe caninwe (L., E.). An acidulous and refrigerant vehicle. Has been given as an astringent in diarrhoea
and dysentery.
ROSA CENTIFOLIA. Cabbage Rose.
This is the sweet rose of the gardens, said to have been first
introduced from the East.
R. Damascena, a variety of the same species, is cultivated
in India and elsewhere, to yield the famous fragrant oil known
as Attar or Otto of Roses. The fresh petals of the Cabbage
Rose are distilled with water, or their volatile oil is mixed with
it, to form Rose Water.  It is a very agreeable vehicle, much
used in lotions and collyria. The syrup made from the same
petals possesses their color, and is also slightly laxative.




TIIE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.               443
Aqua Rose (L., E., D.).
Syrupus Rosae (L., E.). Slightly laxative.  One to four
drachms to infants.
Unguentum Aqua    Rosa (U. S.).  A cooling application.
" Cold Cream."
Oleum Rosy (E., D.). A scent.
Oleum Rosw (Soubeiran). A solution of the last in olive oil,
used as an application to chilblains, &c.
2505. -     1 Aquse Rosse, ~iij.
Lactis crem.
Ovi Albuminis,
Syrupi Violse, ana 3j. Mix: make a mouth-wash.
An agreeable Cooling Wash.-ST. MARIE.
ROSA GALLICA. Red Rose.
The Red or French Rose is a native of Europe. Its buds
are used in medicine, both when fresh and dry. They have a
bright-red color, which they communicate to water, but not
much scent. They contain some tannic and gallic acids, and
are therefore used as astringents in various cases. An acid
infusion is given, mixed with water, as a cooling drink, and
employed in gargles. A confection is employed as a vehicle,
in the same manner as confection of Dog Rose.
Infusum Rosse compositum vel acidurn (L., E., D.). Dose,
one and a half ounce. This contains, in one pint, one and a
half drachms of dil. sulphuric acid.
Confectio Rosae (L., E., D.). Slightly astringent.  One to
two drachms.
Miel Rosxe (L., E.). A cooling and astringent ingredient in
gargles. Applied to aphthae of the mouth.
Syrupus Roswe Gallie (E., D.).  One drachm to half an
ounce.
2506.       R Conf. Rosse, 5ij.
Syrupi Tolutani, gss.
Syrupi Papav. 3j. Mix. In doses of 3j.
Astringent in Bowel Affections.-FoY.
2507.       P Infusi RosTe co. giiiss.
Tinct. Myrrhze,,ss.
Sacchari puri, 7ss.
Mix: make a gargle. To be used frequently.
For Relaxed Throat or Uvula.-Dr. HOOPER.




414          THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2508.        R Mellis Rosse, gij.
Sodae Biboratis, 3ij.
Tinct. Myrrhbe, 3ij.
Aquse, 3vj. Mix: make a gargle.
Dr. JoY.
2509.        xR Rosse rubrse, kiss.
Foliorum Sumach, jj.
Vini Cydonise, liv.
Aceti Vini rubri, ~x.
Macerate for ten days, express and strain.
As a Styptic, and Application to Bruises.-VAN MONS.
2510.       R1 Petalorum Rosse rubrae, Mij.
Aquae ferventis, Oss.
Digest and strain. For an enema, to be used every day. (To be employed cold. After a few days, Dj of Ext. Krameriae is to be
added.)
In Dilatation of the Rectum.-Dr. TEISSIER.
ROSMARINUS.         Rosemary.
The Rosmarinus officinalis (Nat. Ord. Labiatce) is an evergreen garden shrub, whose flowers and tops are employed in
medicine.   They have a fragrant odor, and bitter taste, their
most important constituent being an aromatic essential oil.
Rosemary is stimulant and carminative, and employed as an
agreeable addition to medicines of more active properties.   It
is often added to liniments and lotions, and is much used for
its scent by perfumers.
Oleum Rosmarini (L., E., D.), two to three drops, carminative.
Spiritus Rosmarini (L., E., D.). Employed in making soap
liniment.
2511.        R Rosmarini, gj.
Olei Olive, Piij.
Heat till the water has evaporated, express, and strain.
As a stimulating Application.-PHiARM. HISPAN.
2512.        R Rosmarini,
Thymi,
Salvis,
Origani,
Menthle, ana lbss.
Aqua ferventis, Ovj. Infuse for 12 hours, strain, and add
Essent. Saponis, Xiv.
Ammon. Hydrochlor. ij.
Aquce, q. s. to make an aromatic bath.
In Chronic Rheumatism, Cutaneous Disorders, and Dyspepsia.
FoY.




THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                 445
RUBIA. Madder.
The roots of the common Madder, Rubia tinctorum (Nat.
Ord. Rubiacee), are chiefly used as a dye, on account of their
red color. The plant is a native of South Europe. The root
has a peculiar odor, and a bitter taste. It has been used as a
diuretic; but it is still more esteemed as an emmenagogue.
In the latter character, it has been strongly recommended by
Dr. Home.    The dose of the powder is from    half to two
drachms three times a day.
Pulvis Rubiae compositus (Radius), ten grains to one scruple,
in Rachitis.
Decoctum RBubiwe (Dewees). A wineglassful every three
hours, shortly before the expected time of the menstrual discharge.
2513.       Rt Pulv. Rubike, jj.
Pulv. Macis, 3ij.
Aquse, Oiss. Boil to Oj, strain, and add
Tinct. Aromaticse, Vij.
Syrupi Acidi Cit. gij.
Mix: f iij three or four times a day.
In Amenorrloea, Chlorosis, &c.-SWEDIAUR.
2514.        1 Rubire tinctorum rad.,j.
Theriac-e, q. s.
Olei Sabinae, Ttxij.
Mix: make an electuary. A sixth part three times a day.
Emwmenagogue in Simple Atony of the Uterus.-Dr. NELIGAN.
RUTA.     Rue.
The heavy, peculiar smell and ahtispasmodic properties of
the Ruta graveolens are well known. It belongs to the Nat.
Ord. Rutacese. It is ordinarily a stimulant, but in large doses
it is narcotic, and cases of poisoning by it have occurred. It
is useful in some kinds of hysteria, but is especially reeommended in flatulent colic, given either by mouth or in a clyster.
It is likewise employed as an emmenagogue, and has been prescribed in the convulsions of infants.  Sue is also vermifuge.
The powdered leaves may be given in doses of ten to twenty
grains, three times a day.  The fresh leaves are more active.




446         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Their expressed juice may be given in doses of half to one
drachm.
Oleum Rutae (L., E.), two to five minims, rubbed up with
sugar and water.
Confectio Rutae (L.), one scruple to one drachm.
Tinctura Rutwe (Beral), half to one drachm to adults.
Syrupus Rutw (Beral), half to two drachms in the flatulent
colic of children.
2515.       iI Succi foliorum Rutse, jj.
Oxymellis Scillse, ass.
Mix: a teaspoonful frequently.
In Hysterical Affections.-PIERQUIN.
2516.        R Fol. Rutse,
Fol. Sabine, ana ass.
Aquae fervidoe, q. s. Boil to f3xvj, and add
Assafcetidse, 3ij.
Olei Olivse, 3ij. Mix: an enema.
In Hysteria.-Dr. COPLAND.
2517.        R Rutse,
Sabinse,
Absinthii, ana 3iij.
Aquas ferventis, Oj. Infuse, strain, and add
Olei Ricini, 3ss. Mix: make an enema.
For Ascarides.-RADIUS.
SABADILLA.       Oevadilla.
This consists of the small brown follicles and seeds of two
plants, Veratrum Sabadilla and Asagrwa officinalis, both of
the Nat. Ord. Melanthaceee.   The seeds are very bitter, and
contain an acrid principle, described beyond as the alkaloid
Veratria.  They are drastic cathartics and emetics, being also
used to destroy and expel intestinal worms.  The dose, which
should be cautiously given, as the remedy is highly poisonous,
is from five to ten grains of the powder.
JExtractum Sabadille (Turnbull). Dose, one-sixth of a grain;
used as a substitute for Veratria in tic douloureux.
Tinctura Sabadillam (Turnbull), used as a stimulating lotion
in rheumatism.
Unguentun Sabadille (Paris Codex), to destroy vermin.




THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  447
2518.        R Pulv. Sabadille, gr. ij.
Ferri Sulph. gr. j.
Pulv. Santonicse,
Magnesiae, ana tss. Mix: to be taken four times a day.
In Tenia.-RADIUS.
2519.   P    ~ Tinct. Sabadillh, 3j.
Tinct. Camphorse, Pij.
Spirit. Rosmarini,'ss.
Mix: make an embrocation. To be applied to the painful parts on
woolen cloths.
In Neuralgia and Muscular Pains.-Dr. NELIGAN.
SABINA.     SABINIE OLEUM.        Savine.  Oil of Savine.
The tops of the Juniperus Sabina, an indigenous shrub
(Nat. Ord. Conifera), are possessed of powerful medicinal properties. They have an acrid taste, and unpleasant odor, and
owe their activity to a volatile oil, which may be separated by
distillation.  Both Savine and its oil are powerfully stimulant,
and irritant to the external surface.  Ointment and cerate of
Savine are thus employed for the purpose of keeping open
blisters, when it is thought desirable to keep up the local irritation, and promote the discharge of serum. Given internally,
in small doses, with care, it proves cathartic, emmenagogue,
and stimulant to the uterus of the female.  It should not be
administered when there is any irritation of that organ. In
large doses it is highly dangerous, acting as an irritant poison.
It has been given by criminals to procure abortion, frequently
with fatal consequences. The dose of powdered Savine is from
five to ten grains.
Oleum Sabine, two to five drops.
Extracturn Sabinee (Paris Codex), three to six grains.
Infusum Sabinxe (Pereira), half ounce.
Tinctura Sabinxe (Soubeiran), ten to fifteen drops.
Unguentum Sabinae (L., D.).
Ceratum Sabinwe (E.).
2520.       l3 Pulv. Sabince, 3j.
Pulv. Zingib. 5j.
Potassae Sulph. 3ij.
Mix: divide into 6 powders. One, twice a day.
In Amenorrhoea.-Dr. ELLIS.




448          THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2521.       IR Pulv. fol. Sabinoe, gr. vij.
Sode Boratis, Dj.
Pulv. Zingib. gr. vij.
Make a powder: to be taken twice a day.
In Amenorrhcea, with a languid Pulse.-Dr. COPLAND.
2522.        B Olei SabinT, gtt. viij.
Mucilaginis Acacike, ~j.
Misturse Camphoroe, Piij.
Mix: make a mixture. A fourth part three times a day.
In Amenorrhoea.-Dr. E. COPEMAN.
2523.        R Pulv. Sabinm,
Pulv. AEruginis, each, equal parts.
Make a powder. (To be dusted over the part affected.)
In Eczema, Herpes, and Simple Excoriations.-Mr. ACTON.
SAGAPENUM.
This is one of the fetid gum-resins, derived from  some unknown species of the Nat. Ord. Umbellifere.     It has an unpleasant odor and taste, and contains an ill-smelling volatile
oil.  It is stimulant and antispasmodic.   Though now little
used, it has been given as an emmenagogue, and as an antispasmodic in hysteria and epilepsy. The dose is from ten to
thirty grains.
Sagapenum prseparatum (L.) is freed from impurities.
Pilulwe Sagapeni comp. (L. 1836), ten to thirty grains.
2524.        1f Pil. Sagapeni co. gr. xl.
Olei Rutse, nlxv. Make 12 pills. Two or three for a dose.
In the PFlatulent Colic of Hysteria.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2525.        Ie Sagapeni, 5ss.
Aquae Pulegii, ~iss.
Spirit. Myristicoe, 3ij.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken morning and evening. Add Spirit.
Ammon. comp. TLuxx as occasion requires.
In Asthma.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
SALEPA. Salep.
Salep is the horny tuber of some species of Orchidee, cultivated in India and Persia.  It is considered very nutritious,
containing starch, mucilage, and gummy matters. Boiled with
water or milk, it yields an agreeable drink for invalids, and
may be employed as a vehicle for medicines of different kinds.




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2526.         l Salepi pulv. gr. viij. Boil in sufficient water to dissolve
it; then throw in
Rad. Ipecac. gr. iij. After a quarter of an hour, to a fluidounce of the strained liquor, add
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j. (Now and then add Tinct. Opii,
gtt. j.)
Mix: a teaspoonful every two or three hours to an infant under one
year.
In  catarrical Diarrhoea.-Dr. MEREI.
SALIX    ET SALICINA.       Willow-bark and Salicine.
The bark of several of the native species of Willow (Nat.
Ord. Armentacew) has been used in medicine. It contains some
Tannic acid, and a peculiar bitter principle, called Salicine.
Its taste is bitter and astringent. It is tonic and antiperiodic,
and has been used in cases of debility, and in intermittents, as
a substitute for Cinchona bark.   The Salicine prepared from
it has likewise been used in nearly all the cases in which Quinine is so serviceable.  But it is at least doubtful whether it
can in any disorder be so safely relied upon as the other; and
though its cheapness has been alleged in its favor, yet, on account of the largeness of the dose, it has proved to be absolutely the more expensive of the two.   The dose of powdered
Willow-bark is from half to one drachm; and of Salicine as a
febrifuge, ten grains to two scruples.  It is given in smaller
doses as a simple tonic.
_Decoctum Salicis (Niemann), one to two ounces.
Unguentum foliorum    Salicis (Hufeland) is recommended as
a mild dressing to foul ulcers.
2527.       lR Cort Salicis contus. 3iij.
Aqu-e, Oij. Boil to Oj; then add
Caryophyll. contus. 3ss, and strain.
RI Colature, gvij.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3vj.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3ij. Mix: a fourth part three times a day.
Tonic and Antiperiodic. —Dr. COPLAND.
2528.        R Polygalk amarm Radicis, 3vj. Boil with
Aquse purTe, gxij to viij, and strain. To the strained
liquor, add
Salicina, gr. viij -x. One to two spoonfuls every two hours
YON DEM BlSCH.




450          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2529.         R Salicinse, gr. xij.
Sacchari, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 4 powders. One, three times a day.
KROMBHOLZ.
2530.    P    ~ Salicinae,
Extr. Gentianse, ana gr. xxiv.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, q. s. to make 12 pills.
VAVASSEUR.
2531.        B Salicinas, gr. xv.
Antim. Pot. Tart. gr. j.
Sacchari, iiss.
Mix, and divide into 10 powders. One every second hour.
STEGMAYER.
2532.         R Salicinse, gr. xvi.
Inf. Gentians co. vvij.
Syrupi Hemidesmi,,j.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
Tonic in Convalescence from   Acute Diseases of the -Digestive
Organs.                                Dr. NELIGAN.
SALVIA. Sage.
The common Sage, Salvia officinalis (Nat. Ord. Labiatw), is
a native of South Europe. The leaves have a warm, bitter,
and astringent taste, with an agreeably aromatic odor. Sage
is slightly stimulant, astringent, and tonic.  It is used in gargles, and is said to abate the sweating in hectic fever. Dose,
in powder, twenty to thirty grains.
Infusum Salviwe (Ellis) is given as a drink in fevers.
Acetumn Salvixe (Beral) is mixed with water to form gargles.
2533.        R Herbse Salvise,
Sem. Sinapis, ana,ss.
Aquae fervidse, Oj. Macerate for an hour, and strain. To
the strained liquor, add
Spirit. Arrorac. c.,ij.
Mix: two or three spoonfuls three or four times a day.
Diuretic and Cordial.-Dr. COPLAND.
2534.         R Infusi Salvise, Oj.
Acidi Sulph. diluti, 3ij.
Mellis Rosse, j. Mix: make a gargle.
In Relaxation of the Uvula.-RADIUS.
2535.         R Infusi Salviae, Oij.
Tinct. Cinchone,
Syrupi Mori, ana ~ss.
Spirit. Armoraci, 3j. Mix: make a gargle.
For Relaxed Uvula.-CADET.




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SAMBUCUS.        Elder.
The Sambucus nigra is the common species in Europe, and
the S. Canadensis in America. (Nat. Ord. Caprifoliacee.) The
flowers have an agreeable odor, and are employed to form a
gently stimulating ointment, as well as a distilled water, used
in flavoring. The berries are diaphoretic and laxative, and the
bark also is said to be purgative.    The former are seldom
used, except to make wine; the bark was given in dropsies by
Sydenham.
Aqua Sambuci (L., E.) is used as a vehicle.
Aceturn Sambuci (Soubeiran), employed in gargles.
Decoctum Sambuci corticis (Sydenham), half pint morning
and evening in dropsies.
Unguentum Sambuci (florum), (L.).
Extractum baccarum Sambuci has been given as an alterative.  One drachm to half ounce.
2536.        TR Florum Sambuci,.j.
Aquae fervide, q. s. to form of the strained liquor f vj, to
which, add
Oxymel. simp.
Oxymel. Scille, ana 5j.
Antimon. Tart. gr. ij. Mix: one spoonful every hour.
In Bronehitis.-Dr. AUGUSTIN.
2537.    ]   R Succi spiss. Sambuci, ass.
Aquae destil..viiss.
Potassse Nitratis, 3ss.
Rub up the Elder with water to form a solution, in which dissolve the
niter. A tablespoonful every two hours.
Refrigerant in Haemoptysis, Wc.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2538.        R Extr. baccarum Sambuci,
Pulpa Pruni,
Syrupi Rhoeados, ana,ij.
Potassae Nitratis, 3j.
Mix: two or three spoonfuls a day.
In Asthma.-ST. MARIE.
SANGUINARIA.
This is the rhizome or root of the Canadian Bloodroot,
Sanguinaria Canadensis (Nat. Ord. Papaveracee).     The powder has a faint odor, and an acrid taste.  Its action appears to
resemble that of Ipecacuanha.    It is emetic and somewhat




452         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
irritant.  It has been combined with chloride of zinc as an
application to cancer, in which case it can only act the part of
a vehicle. Dose of the powder as an alterative and diaphoretic, one to five grains; as an emetic, ten to thirty grains.
It is very little used in England.
Infusum   Sanguinariw (half ounce to sixteen ounces aq.
bull.): dose, half ounce to one ounce as an emetic.
Pilulwe Sanguinariw (Griffith), one to two as an alterative;
five to ten as an emetic.
Tinct. Sanguinariwe (U. S.), half drachm  to one drachm as
an alterative; three to four drachms as an emetic.
SANTONICA.        Worm Seed.
This consists of the minute dried flowers and tops of some
unknown species of Arterisia (Nat. Ord. Compositw), growing
in northern Africa and Syria. It contains a volatile oil, and
a peculiar principle called Santonine.  To one or both of these
it owes its anthelmintic powers.  It is chiefly used for ascarides and lumbrici in children.  It must be given with, or followed by, a brisk purgative.    Twenty to thirty grains for
children, one to two drachms for adults, may be made into an
electuary with honey, and given night and morning.
2539.       B] Sem. Santonicse,
Extr. Tanaceti, ana gr. vj.
Ferri Oxidi, gr. iv.
Olei Valerianme, gtt. j. Mix: make a powder.
Vermifuge.-AUGU STIN.
2540.        13 Pulv. Sem. Santonicse,
Pulv. Tanaceti, ana 5ss.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij.
Pulv. Jalapa, gr. viij.
Pulv. Sacchari, Div.
Mix, and divide into 6 or 12 powders, according to the age of the patient. (2-3 powders daily till the worms are expelled.). For Round Worms.-Dr. MEREI
2541.        B Seminum Santonici,
Tanaceti cacum. ana ass.
Pulv. Valeriann,
Pulv. JalapCe,
Potassse Sulphatis, ana 3ij.
Oxymellis Scillse, q. s. to make an electuary.
Dose, 3j night and morning.
Anthelmintic.-Dr. HOOPER.




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2542.       l3 Seminum Santonici,
Seminum Tanaceti, rude contus. ana gss.
Pulv. Valeriane, 3ij.
Pulv. Jalapee, 3iss.
Potassse Sulph. 3ij.
Oxymellis Scille, q. s. to make an electuary.
A teaspoonful every night and morning. (Its use should be continued
for five or six days.)
Lumbrici Ascarides.-BREMSER.
2543.         R Rad. Valerianre,
Herbae Absinthii,
Herbse Tanaceti,
Cacum. Santonice, ana 3iij.
Aqune fervidee,.xij.
Macerate for two hours and strain. To the strained liquor, add
Salis communis, ass. Make an enema.
Vermnifuge.-Dr. COPLAND.
SAPO.    Soap.
Hard Soap (Sapo) should be made of Olive oil and Soda.
Castile Soap is very pure, but common Soap contains resin,
tallow, and other such materials.   Soft Soap (Sajpo mollis)
should be made of Olive oil and Potash, but it frequently
contains train oil and many impurities. Soap is a kind of salt
formed with the alkali by Stearic, Oleic, Margaric, and other
acids contained in fats.  It is soluble in pure water.  It acts
upon the system much in the same way as the carbonates of
the alkalies, being antacid and alterative.  Soap has been
given in large quantities to dissolve lithic acid calculi in the
bladder.  It is a frequent ingredient in pills, and renders the
resinous parts of purgative medicines more soluble in the
stomach juices.  Compound Soap pill is merely a vehicle for
Opium, of which it contains one grain in every five.  Soap is
used externally as a detergent in many cutaneous diseases,
and gives lubricity to liniments and embrocations, being at the
same time slightly rubefacient. It is also a common ingredient
in cerates and plasters. For most of these purposes Hard
Soap is used. The compound Sulphur ointment, as also many
forms for pills, contain Soft Soap.  Dose of Hard Soap, ten
grains to one drachm.




454           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
Pilula Saponis composita (L., E., D.) contains one grain of
Opium in five.
Linimentum    Saponis (L., E., D.).
Ceratum   Saponis compositum (L.).
Emplastrum Saponis (L., E., D.).
2544., Saponis albi, 3ij.
Olei Carui, gtt. ij ad iij.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make two boluses. One for a dose.
Purgative and Alterative.-SWEDIAUR.
2545.          R Pulv. Saponis albi, 3ij.
Extr. Fellis bovis, 3j.
Mix, until a uniform mass is formed; then add
Pulv. Guaiaci Res.
Calomelanos, ana 5ss.
Pulv. Guaiaci Ligni, q. s. to make pills of 4 grains each.
One or two, night and morning.
In Gout.-VICQ D'AZYR.
2546.           S Saponis medic. 3iv.
Gum. Ammoniac. 3ij.
Extr. Conii,
Extr. Aconit. Nap. ana 3iss.
Pil. Aloes c. MyrrhA, 3j.
Beat into a uniform mass, and divide into 4-grain pills. Two, morning
and night, increasing by one every day until fifteen or twenty are
taken during the day.
In Glandular Tumors and Scirrhous Formations.
Dr. LOWASSY.
2547.          I, Saponis Castil. 3iiss.
Gum. Ammon. 3j.
Extr. Aloes pur. gr. xv.
Assafoetidae, 3ss.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Croci sativi, 3ss.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make 84 pills. Two, twice a day.
D)eobstruent.-RECAMIER.
2548.    P     1 Linim. Camphorse co.
Linim. Saponis co. ana 3iss.
Olei Cajuputi, 3j. Mix: make a liniment.
Rubefacient.-Mr. SAVORY.
2549.          1 Linim. Saponis co.
Liq. Ammon. Acet. ana ~j. Mix: make a liniment.
For Chilblains.-Dr. THOMAS.




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2550.       P Saponis alb. ~iv.
Aquae destil. jxx.
Pulv. Camphor. 5ij.
Liq. Plumbi D. gss. Mix.
BRISTOL INFIRMARY.
2551.        R Saponis medic..j.
Alcoholis rect. Zvj.
Aquae destil.
Camphorae, ana Zj. Dissolve slowly by heat, and add
Olei Rosmarini, Div.
Olei Thymi, 3j.
Liq. Ammonias, 3ij. Mix well: make a liniment.
Dr. COPLAND.
SAPONARIA.
The common Soapwort, Saponaria oficinalis, has been occasionally used as an alterative, diuretic, and diaphoretic.  It
contains a peculiar principle called Saponine.
2552.       B Saponarise fol. 3ss.
Aquae ferventis, Oj.
Infuse for half an hour, then strain, and add sugar to suit the taste.
Dose, as much as pleases.
In most Chronic Diseases of the Skin.-Dr. BURGESS.
SARSA.     Sarsaparilla.
This name is applied to the roots of several species of Smilax
(Nat. Ord. Smilaeee) growing in the West Indies, Mexico, and
South America. They are all more or less similar in their
properties, but the Jamaica Sarsaparilla is generally preferred
to the rest.
This drug is supposed to be tonic and alterative, and is sometimes diuretic and diaphoretic. Its advantage is most appreciated in cachectic and depraved conditions of the system, particularly when these depend upon an old venereal disorder. In
such cases the patient is said to improve in strength, and to
gain flesh under its use. It is generally given in the form of
the compound decoction; and being rarely used except in company with other medicines, it is not easy to judge of its individual action.  It is recommended in secondary syphilis, in
skin diseases of various kinds, in phthisical and scrofulous disorders, in cachexia consequent on purulent discharges, &c. It




456          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
is frequently employed as a vehicle for other medicines.     The
dose of the powder is half to one drachm three times a day.
Infusum   Sarsw   (U. S.).  Dose, one to four ounces three
times a day.
Decoctum Sarsae (L., E., D.), three to six ounces.
-Decoct. Sarss comnpositumn (L., E., D.), three to six ounces.
A substitute for the "Lisbon diet drink."
Extractum Sarsee (Paris Codex), ten to twenty grains.
Extractum   Sarsew Liquidunm (L., E., D.).     Contains spirit,
and may be preserved for any time. Dose, half to two drachms,
in water.
Liquor Sarse (Battley) is similar.    One drachm equals half
a pint of the decoction.
Syrupus Sarsw (L., E.).     Dose, four drachms, with water.
2553.         R Pulv. radicis Sarsa3,,j.
Pulv. Sode Carbonatis, 3j.
Mix: divide into 12 powders. (One every three hours in a cup of
comp. decoction of Sarsaparilla.)
In Scrofula.-Mr. CLINE.
2554.         R Pilulke Hydrarg. gr. viij.
Extr. Taraxaci,
Extr. Sarss, ana Dv.
Mix: make 18 pills. Three, four times a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
2555.        R1 Decoct. Sarsae comp. giv.
Acidi Nitrici dil. rLxx-3j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Oxaluria and Syphilis.-Dr. DRUITT.
2556.         R Acidi Nitrici,
Acidi Muriat. ana nLix.
Extr. Sars'e fluidi, giss.
Aquae destil. ~vss.
Tinct. Cinchona, co. ~j.
Mix: dose, one-sixth part three times a day.
In Oxaluria.
2557.         R Decoct. SarsTe concent. 3j.
Liquor. PoLassoe, 3ij.
Decoct. Senegae, iij.
Mellis, 3iij.
Aquse, giv.
Mix: make a mixture. A dessertspoonful three times a day.
In Herpes circinatus of Children.-Mr. C. HOGG.




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2558.          R Rad. Sarsse Jamaicensis, concise et c6ntusae, ~ij.
Rad. Glycyrrhizme concisee, 3ij.
Liq. Potassae, wtxl-3j.
Aquae destil. ferventis, ~x.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 3iij.
Macerate for 24 hours, and strain. Take the whole during the day.
An Alterative in cases where Alkalies are admissible.
Dr. DRUITT.
2559.          1; Sarsap. rad. concisao et contus. 5iss.
Glycyrrhizme rad. contusie, ass.
Coriandri Sem. contus. 3ij.
Liq. Potassae, 3j (or without)
Aquae ferventis, Oj.
Macerate for 24 hours in a vase closed lightly, and strain. A third
part of the strained liquor three times a day.
SPRAGUE.
2560.         Ri Antimon. Sulphureti, ~iv.
Aquae communis, lbxij.
Rad. Sarsaparillae, 3iij.
Rad. Chinae Orient.
Cort. ligni Buxi,
Ichthyocollae, ana giss.
Oxymur. Hydrarg. gr. iij.
Inclose the Antimony in a muslin bag; boil the whole, excepting the
last, until the decoction is reduced to one-half; then strain, and
add the Sublimate.
For a Drink in Syphilitic Affections.        (Tisane de FPeltz.)
2561.          R Cort. rad. Sarsaparillke, 3ij.
Liq. Calcis,.viij. Macerate for 12 hours, and strain,
1R Hujus colaturse, gvij.
Syrupi cort. Sarsap. 3vj.
Liq. Alkalini (Brandish's), 3ij-3iij.
Tinct. Aurantii, ass.
Potassii Iodidi, gr. vj.
Potassas Nitrat. 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. From two to four tablespoonfuls, with an equal
quantity of warm milk twice a day.
Alterative Mixturefor Phthisical Patients.
Sir C. SCUDAMORE.
2562.          R Extr. Sarse, 3ij.
Decocti Sarsse, ~xij.
Acidi Nitrici dil.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, ana 3j.
Mix: a third part three times a day, along with this pill at bedtime:
R Pil. Hydrarg. gr. v.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ~. Mix.
In Syphilitic Ulcerations.-Mr. B. TRAVERS.
30




458          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2563.         R Decocti Sars'T comp. Oiss.
Carnis Bovini, lbss.
Boil together by a slow fire until an equally smooth mixture is formed,
which is to be taken every day.
In Phagedwenic Ulcerations.-Dr. EGAN.
SASSAFRAS.
The bark of the root of the Sassafras oficinale, an American
tree (Nat. Ord. Laurinew), is possessed of stimulant and diaphoretic properties.  It is an ingredient in the compound decoction of Sarsaparilla.  It owes its powers to a volatile oil.
Oleum Sassafras. Dose, two to ten drops, as a carminative.
Infusumn Sassafrcs (Niemann), as a diaphoretic drink.
Tinctura Sassafras.    Dose, one to three drachms.
2564.         R Corticis Sassafras, ~ss.
Rad. Glycyrrhize, 3ij.
Aquet ferventis, Oj. Infuse: one-half night and morning.
In Scrofulous Comnplaints.-HUFELAND.
2565.         ] Infus. Sassafras,,viij.
Extr. Glycyrrhizae, 3j.
Tinct. Aconiti, P. L. nlx.
Syr. Tolut. 3ss. Mix: dose, one-sixth part.
Irritable Cough.
SCABIOSA.
The whole plant of the common field Scabious, Scabiosa
arvensis (Nat. Ord. Di2sacacewe), has been occasionally employed for its supposed tonic and alterative properties.   It is
sometimes prescribed in skin diseases.
2566.    BP Scabiosae arvensis, 3ss.
Aquse ferventis, Oj.
Infuse for half an hour; then strain, and add enough sugar to suit the
taste. Dose, ad libitum.
In most Chronic Diseases of the Skin.-Dr. BURGESS.
2567.         R; Infusi Scabiosn, Oj.
Acidi Nitrici dil. 3ij.
Syrupi Malvae, iij. Mix: two spoonfuls every day.
In Porrigo.-M. BIETT.
SCAMMONIUM.          Scammony.
This is the concrete juice of the root of Convolvulus Scammonium, a Syrian plant (Nat. Ord. Convolvulacew).      Its active




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properties are owing to one or more peculiar resins which it
contains.   It is frequently adulterated with starch, chalk, and
other matters. When pure, it is a powerful drastic purgative.
It is more active than jalap, and less unpleasant to the taste.
It must not be given in inflammatory conditions, or in irritable
states of the intestines.  It is often combined with rhubarb
and aromatics, enters into the composition of many purgative
pills, and is given with calomel to children.  It is useful as a
hydragogue in dropsies. Dose, for adults, five to ten grains;
for children, three to five grains.
Pulvis Seammonii compositus (L., E., D.) is purgative in:
doses of ten to thirty grains.
Extractum sive Resina Scammonii (E.): five to ten grains.
Pilula Scammonii composita (Guy's Hosp.): two at a dose.
Confectio Scammonii (L., D.): one scruple to one drachm..
lhistura Scammonii (E.): three ounces for a dose.
Tinctura Scceammonii (Paris Codex): half to one drachm,.
Trochisei Scammonii (Bourieres): one to two for a child,.
2568.             u Pulv. Scammonii, gr. iv.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iij.
Sacchari albi, gr. v.
Mix: make a cathartic powder. (To be taken in a little honey.)'
Dr. HOOPERm.
2569.        PR Pulv. Scammonii, gr. viij,
Extr. Gentianau,
Fellis Bov. inspiss. ana gr. xvj.
Mix, and divide into 8 pills. One or two, at bedtime.
Stomachic and Aperient.-Mr. SAVORY.
2570.         1 Pulv. Scammonii,
Pulv. Aloes,
Hydrarg. Chlorid. ana gr. ij.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken at once.
At the commencement of Typhus Fever. —Dr. CHEYNE.
2571.        1~ Gum. Res. Scammonii, gr. xv.
Sacchari albi, gr. x. Rub up thoroughly, and then add
Olei Carui, 1Tiv. Make 6 pills: two every hour.
Dr. COPLAND.
2572.        ]3 Gum. Res. Scammonii, gr. xij. Rub up with
Extr. Glycyrrhizae, gr. xx.
Tinct. Rhei, 3ij.
Syrupi Zingib. 3j.
Aquse Cinnamomi, j. Mix: make an aperient draught.
Dr. COPLAND.




460          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2573.         R Scammonii contr. gr. ij.
Potassae Sulphatis, gr. x.
Mist. Acacia, 3ij. Rub up together, and add
Mist. Amygdale, ~j.
Spir. Myristice, 3ss. Make a cathartic draught.
Dr. PARIS.
2574.         R Pulv. Scammonii, gr. viij-xij.
Magnesioe Carbonatis, Dj.
Mist. Acacie, 3ij.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
Aqume Pimentoe, 3ix.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken at bedtime, and repeated every
other morning, if necessary.
Dr. THOMAS.
2575.        R: Resinte Scammonii, gr. v.
Conf. Amygd. gr. xxx. Rub up together, and while mixing, add
Aquoe destil..iss.
Mix: make a draught. (The dose for children is one-third or one-half
the above )
In Simple Constipation.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2576.        tl Pulv. Rhei,
Pulv. Scammonii,
Potassse Sulphatis, ana gr. x.
Pulv. Aromat. gr. vj.
Rub up thoroughly together; divide into 6 powders. One every fourth
hour, to produce a free, soluble evacuation of the bowels.
Mild Aperient for young Children.-Dr. JoY.
2577.         B Scammonii, Dj.
Olei Amygdalse, 3j. Mix well, slowly, with heat; then add
Mucilag. Acaciae,.j. One or two teaspoonfuls for a dose.
For Children.-SWEDIAUR.
2578.         R Pulv. Scammonii, 3ss.
Pulv. Cretae, gr. xv.
Pulv. Cinnamomi, gr. v. Mix: dose, two to five grains.
In Constipation of Children.
SCILLA.      Squill.
This is the bulb of the Urginea Scilla (Nat. Ord. Liliacee),
a plant growing on the sea-coast of the Mediterranean. Being
sliced and dried, it forms semitransparent slips, which have a
bitter taste.  In small doses it is expectorant and diaphoretic;
in large doses, emetic and purgative.      It is also diuretic.  It
contains an acrid principle, and in very large doses may prove
poisonous. It is given as a diuretic in dropsies, but generally




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in combination with other medicines. It is chiefly used as an
expectorant in chronic bronchitis, where there is not much
fever, and often conjoined with Ipecacuanha, Paregoric, and
other remedies.   It is rarely given as an emetic. The dose of
the powder, as an expectorant, is about one grain.
Pulvis Scille compositus (Guy's Hosp.): one scruple three
times a day as a diuretic.
Extractum Scille (Paris Codex): one to three grains.
Pilula Scillae composita (L., E., D.).  Dose, five to fifteen
grains.
Acetum Scille (L., E., D.): half to one drachm. As expectorant and diuretic.
Oxymel Scillw (L.).   Like the last.
Syrupus Scillt (E., D.).    Similar.
Tinctura Scillee (L., E., D.): ten minims to half a drachm.
Syrupus Scillwe comp. (U. S.): twenty to thirty minims.
2579.        R1 Pulv. Scillae, gr. xij.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhae, gr. xxiv.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One, every second hour.
In Chronic Catarrh.-FoY.
2580.        ]R Scille rad. exsicc. gr. xij.
Potassse Nitratis, 3j.
Sacchari, 3j.
Pulv. Cinnam. co. 3ss.
Mix: divide into 6 powders. One, twice a day.
Diuretic.-Dr. JoY.
2581.         R Pulv. Scille,
Pulv. Digitalis, ana gr. j.
Olei Juniperi, gtt. ij.
Sodse Boratis,
Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, ana 3j.
Pulv. Cinnamomi, gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken two or three times a day.
Diuretic.-RADIUS.
2582.        1P Pil. Scillae co. gr. v.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. iij.
Mix, and divide into 2 pills. To be taken at night.
Diuretic.-Dr. BAILLIE.
2583.          P Pil. Scille co. gr. x.
Hydrarg. Chlor. gr. ij.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken every day.
In Dropsies and Chronic Chest Affections.-Dr. RYAN.




462           THE    13OOK   OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2584.          R Pil. Scillke co. 3j.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. v.
Olei Juniperi, r j.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills. One, two or three times a day.
Diuretic in Dropsies. —Dr. HOOPER.
2585.          R Pil. Scilke co.
Extr. Conii, ana 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One or two, two or three times a day.
In Chronic Cough. —Mr. SAVORY.
2586.          R Pil. Scille co. 3ss.
Pil. Ipecacuanha co. gr. xxiv.
Quinse Disulph. gr. iv.
Mucilag. q. s. to form a mass, to be divided into 12 pills.
One, twice a day.
In  Chronic Cough.
2587.          R Pulv. Scillse recentis,
Pulv. Ammoniaci, ana 3ss.
Pulv. Acidi Benzoici, 3j.
Balsami Sulph. q. s. to make 24 pills, of which three are
to be taken at bedtime, and also in the morning, if necessary.
In Asthma.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2588.         1R Pulv. Scillae, gr. xij.
Pulv. Ipecacuanha, gr. xij.
Extr. Taraxaci, 3iij.
Pil. Hydrarg. gr. x.
Syrupi, q. s. to make 24 pills. Two, morning and evening.
In Dropsy.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
2589.          R Pil. Scillae co.
Pil. Colocynth. co. ana.ij.
Olei Crotonis, rvLvj.
Mix, and divide into 18 pills. Three, twice a week.
In Dropsy.-Dr. SELWYN (U. S.).
2590.          ] Aceti Scille, gss.
Oxymellis,,iss.
Mix: make a linctus. 3j for a dose.
Bronchitis.-Dr. HOOPER.
2591.          R Oxymellis Scille,
Mist. Acacia,
Syrupi Althaese, ana gss.
Make a linctus. To be employed frequently.
In Cough and Sore Throat.-Dr. PARIS.
2592.          Rc Potassse Sulph cum Sulphure,
Pulv. rad. Jalapae,
Pulv. rad. Valeriane, ana 3j
Oxymel. Scillae, liv.
Mix. For an adult, fss, four times a day.  For a child, from f3j to
f3ij.
Vermifuge. -STOERK.




THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.                  463
2593.          R Pulv. Myrrhse, 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. vj.
Oxymel. Scil]e,
Mucilag. Acaciae,
Syrupi Altheee, ana 3vj.
Make a linctus. A little to be taken frequently.
In Catarrh.-Dr. COPLAND.
2594.         1~ Potass. Supertart. contrit. giij.
Juniperi cacum. et baccae pulv..j. Rub up well together,
and add, while rubbing,
Pulv. Jalaps, 3ij.
Oxymel. Scillse,.ij.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to formr an electuary.
Dose, 3j-3iij two, three, or four times a day.
Diuretic.-Dr. COPLAND.
2595.          1f Aceti Scille, j.
Decocti Hordei, ~v.
Syrupi Croci, gj.
Mix: make a mixture. A spoonful three or four times a day.
IIn Coughs.-Dr. W. AINSLIE,
2596.         B1 Oxymellis Scille,
Spirit. Ettheris Nit.
Tinct. Camph. co. ana,ss.
Mix. A teaspoonful when the cough is troublesome.
In Chronic Catarrh.-Dr. GREGORY.
2597.          R Oxymellis Scillse,
Misturse Acacie,
Syrupi Tolutani, ana,ss.
Tinct. Opii, nLxx.
Mix:     fsj frequently during the day.
In Chronic Catarrh.-Dr. GREGORY.
2598.          t Tinct. Digitalis, 5j.
Oxymellis Scille, ~ss.
Tinct. Opii, 3ss.
Aquse, 3vss.
Mix: make a mixture. One-sixth part for a dose.
Expectorant.-Dr. HOOPER.
259.9.         R Ext. Glycyrr. 3ij.
Potass. Nitrat. 3ss.
Syrupi Scillse, iij.
Morph. Acet. gr. j.
Aquse,,iv.
Mix. A dessertspoonful twice a day.
Mr. H. CLARK.




464           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2600.          R Potassa Nitratis, 3j.
Mist. Amygdalce, 3vj.
Spirit. Juniperi co. 3iss.
Aceti Scillse, 3vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful as occasion requires.
Diuretic.-Mr. SAVORY.
2601.         Pf Ammon. Muriatis,
Succi Glycyrr. inspiss. ana 3j.
Aquws fontanse, 3v. Dissolve, and add
Vini Antimonii, 3ij.
Oxymel. Scille, gss.
Mix; make a febrifuge mixture.
HECKER.
2602.          R Oxymellis simplicis,
Oxymellis Scille,
Syrupi Papaveris,
Spirit. AEtheris Nitrici, ana 3ij.
Acidi Nit. diluti, nLxl.
Aquwe destil. ad ~iij.
Two tablespoonfuls for a dose.
Dr. BABINGTON.
2603.     ]    f Sodae Sesquicarb. gr. xx.
Vini Ipecacuan. gtt. xv.
Tinct Scilloe, gtt. x-xx.
Aquse, ad kiss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Chronic Bronchitis. —Dr. BUDD.
2604.         1 Aceti Scillse, 3ss.
Spirit. A3theris Nit. 3j.
Decoct. Scoparii co.
Decoct. Seneges, ana 3v.
Make a diuretic draught. To be taken three times a day.
Dr. PARIS.
2605.         13 Oxymellis Scillse, 3ij.
Syrupi Papaveris, 3j.
Tinct. Camph. co. 3ss.
Tinct. mether. Lobel. inf. 3ss.
Mist. Ammoniaci, 3j. Mix: make a draught.
In the _Fit of Asthma.-Mr. SAVORY.
2606.         ]R Tinct. Jalapse, 3ij.
Aceti Scillae, 3j.
Aquae Month. vir. 5iss.
Mix: make a diuretic draught.
Dr. COPLAND.
2607.     P    R Oxymel. Scillse, 5j.
Vini Antimonii, 3ij.
Mix: f3j every fifteen minutes, until effectual.
Emetic in Catarrhal Affections of Children.
Dr. UNDERWOOD




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2608.        R Tinct. Scillse, 3iss.
Sodse Carbonatis, gr. xij.
Aqua Fceniculi, Siss.
Syrupi Tolutani,
Syrupi Croci, ana 3ij.
Tinct. Camphorae co. 3ss.
Mix: f3j to f3ij every third hour.
In Chronic Bronchitis of Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
2609          P Pulv. Scillre,
Pulv. Polygalae Senegse, ana ~j.
Aquae, lbj. Boil, and strain; then add
Mellis despum. lbss.
Mix: make a syrup, to each ounce of which add a grain of tartar emetic. (Dose, according to age, from ten drops to a teaspoonful or
more, every fifteen minutes, as an emetic for children; and every
hour or two as an expectorant.)
In Pulmonary Affections of Children.
Dr. CoxE's Hive Syrup.
2610.        R Syrupi Scillae,
Syrupi Papaveris, ana 3ij.
Decocti Senegse, 3j.
Aquse Ammon. Acet. ass.
Mix: f3j to f3ij every second hour.
In advanced stages of Pneumonia in Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
SCOPARIUS.       Broom.
The fresh tops of the Cytisus (Spartium, or Sarothamnus)
Scoparius (Nat. Ord. Leguminosee) have been long used in
medicine. Broom has a bitter taste and peculiar odor. It is
a good diuretic, and therefore used frequently in dropsies,
alone or in combination. In large doses it proves cathartic
and emetic.
Extractum   Scoparii (made by evaporating the decoction):
ten grains to half a drachm.
Infusum   Scoparii (L. 1836).   Dose, two to four ounces,
three times a day.
Decoctum Scoparii (D.): one to two ounces.
Decoctum   Scoparii compositum   (L.).  A good diuretic, in
doses of one to three ounces.




466          THE   BOOK   OP PRESCRIPTIONS.
2611.        R Florum Scoparii, ~j.
Sacchari albi, 3ij.
Rub up together and form a confection. Dose, 5j to 3ij.
In Gout and Rheumatism.-     VAN MONS.
2612.        Id Spartii cacuminis concis. Jj.
Aquae, Oj. Boil to half a pint, and add
Spirit. AEth. Nit.
Syrupi Zingib. ana,j. A wineglassful for a dose.
Diuretic in Dropsies. —Dr. HOOPER.
2613.        R Infus. Scoparii, giiiss.
Liq. Ammon. Acet. 3ij.
Tinct. Scillae, 3ij.
Tinct. Camph. co. 3vj.
Make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls every third hour.
Diuretic.-Dr. PARIS.
SENEGA.      Seneka.
The root of Polygala Senega, a North American plant (Nat.
Ord. Polygalacewe). It is a very good stimulating expectorant
and diaphoretic, and proves emetic in large doses. It is much
used in the latter stages of Pneumonia, and in Chronic Bronchitis, especially in the old and debilitated, and is frequently
combined with preparations of Ammonia in these complaints.
It has been given as an emmenagogue, and as a stimulant in
low and typhoid fevers.  Dose of the powder, ten grains to one
scruple.
Infusum Seneyg    (E.): one to three ounces.
Decoctum Senegw (L.): one to three ounces.
Pilulwe Senegwe (Radius): six to twelve, three times a day.
Syrupus Senegwe (U. S.): one to two drachms.
2614.        R Pulv. Senegae, gss.
Cremoris Tartari, 3vj.
Magnesise, 3ij.
Mix: make a powder. Take 3j twice a day.
In Pannus of the Eye.-RADIUS.
2615.       jR Pulv. rad. Senege,
Sacchari albi, ana gr. xij.
Camphorw rasm, gr. ij.
Mix: make a powder. Dispense three such doses. One powder, at
intervals of two hours.
In Chronic Affections of the Chest.-Dr. COPLAND.




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2616.         R Pulv. Senegle, gr. xxx.,Sode Carb. sice. gr. vj.
Pulv. Scille, gr. j.
Sacchari puri, gr. xij.
Mix: divide into 6 powders. One every four hours.
In   advanced   stages of Hooping-cough       and   Bronchitis in
Children.                                   Dr. NELIGAN.
2617.         R Decoct. Senegc, giss.
Ammon. Carb. gr. v-x.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In the Bronchitis of Old Persons.
2618.         R Decoct. Senegae, 3viss.
Mucilag. Acacie, 3iv.
Syrupi Tolutani,.j.
Mix: make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls every three hours.
In Catarrh with excessive Secretion and Debility.-Dr. JoY.
2619.         I3 Decocti Senegm, giij.
Mist. Amygdalke,.vj.
Tinct. Opii, gtt. viij. Mix: fgij three times a day.
In Chronic Coughs.-Dr. BAILLIE.
2620.         R Decocti Senegae, Piij.
Liq. Ammon. Acet.
Mist. Acacie,
Syrupi Papaveris, ana 3j.
Mix; make a mixture..j for a dose.
Chronic Bronchitis.-Dr. HOOPER.
2621.         R Decocti Senegle, giv.
Vini Antimonii, 3ij.
Syrupi Althmem, 3j. Mix: a teaspoonful frequently.
Expectorant in the Second Stage of Croup.-WENDT.
2622.         R Decocti Senege, gij. 3v.
Ammonia Carbonatis, gr. viij.
Tinct. Scillae, gtt. xvj.
Syrupi Tolutani, 5ij.
Mix: f3iij in milk, every fourth hour.
In advanced stages of Croup, in      Children from   three to four
years old.                                      Dr. WEST.
2623.         R Decocti Senegm, gj.
Liq. Ammon. Acet. 3ss.
Syrupi Scilla, 3ij.
Syrupi Papaveris, 5ij.
Mix. From fsj to f3ij every three hours.
For very young Infants, in advanced stages of Pertussis and
Chronic Bronchitis.                              Dr. JoY.




468         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
SENNA.
This name is applied to the dried leaflets of several species
of Cassia (Nat. Ord. Leguminose), growing chiefly in Africa
and India. The Alexandrian and Bombay Sennas are the
most frequently used. Senna is the most commonly employed
of all cathartics.  It is sure and safe; rather heating in its
operation, but less irritant than the drastic cathartics. It
frequently causes nausea and griping. It is inappropriate when
there is much irritation or fever; and is generally avoided in
pregnancy, or during the existence of haemorrhoids.  It is in
general quite safe in children and elderly persons, and useful
in all cases in which we desire to unload the bowels by a tolerably active purge.  It is generally combined with some saline
cathartic. The dose of the powdered leaves (seldom given) is
from half to two drachms.
Infusum  Sennwe compositum (L., D.) is a good purge in
doses of one to three ounces.
Infusum  Senne cum    Tamarindis (E.): one and a half to
three ounces.
Infusum Senne cum Coffed (Foy).    Caft au Sene.   Dose,
three ounces.
Liquor Sennae (see Pocket Formulary). One drachm equals
one ounce of the infusion.
Syrupus Sennwe (L., E.): one to two drachms for children.
Tinetura Sennae composita (L., E., D.): one drachm to half
an ounce.
Confectio Sennwe (L., E., D.): one drachm to half an ounce.
A mild laxative.
Enema catharticum (E., D.).
2624.        R Pulv. Sennae,
Pulv. Guaiaci, ana equal parts.
(Two teaspoonfuls to be taken twice or thrice daily.)
In Jaundice.-AUGUSTIN.
2625.        R Pulv. Senn'e, 3j.
Extr. Taraxaci, q. s. to make 30 pills. (Dose, five to eight.)
Alterative Purge.-HUFELAND.




THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.                 469
2626.          R Confect. Sennae, jj.
Sulph. sublim. ~ss.
Syrupi Tolutani, q. s. to make an electuary. Two teaspoonfuls frequently.
In Haemorrhoids.
2627.         R1 Potassme Sulph. 3iv.
Sulphuris sublim. 3ij.
Electuarii Sennwe, ~ij.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make an electuary. A dessertspoonful every night.
In Piles.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
26282:         1 Conf. Sennee, giss.
Pulv. Jalapae, ass.
Sulph. ass.
Syrupi Sennle, q. s. to make an electuary, which is to be
taken with an equal quantity of nutmeg three times a
day, or until the bowels are well opened.
For Haemorrhoids. —Dr. PARIS.
2629.         fR Conf. Sennec, ~iss.
Potassae Supertart. 3ij.
Pulv. Jalapge, 3ss.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make an electuary. A teaspoonful morning and evening, as occasion may require.
Dr. THOMAS.
2630.          R Electuarii Sennee, 5ij.
Pulv. Pot. Supertart..ss.
Carbonatis Ferri, 3ij.
Syrupi Zingib. q. s. to make an electuary. Take 3j in the
middle of the day and at night.
In Habitual Constipation. —Dr. GRAVES.
2631.          R Confect. Sennae,.iss.
Ferri Tartarizati, 3ij.
Syrupi Zingib. 3iij. Mix: make an electuary.
Mild Aperient and Tonic.-Dr. JoY.
2632.          R Infusi Sennae co..v.
Magnesim Sulph.,j.
Tinct. Sennae,
Tinct. Jalapue,
Syrupi Zingib ana 3iij. Mix: make an aperient mixture.
(The black draught of most hospitals, given in doses of giss-3ij, some hours
after an aperient pill, powder, or bolus, to accelerate their operation, at the
commencement of many inflammatory affections, &c.)
2633.         1 Sennse, 3iij.
Theme Bohea, 3j.
Zingib. concis. 3j.
Aquae destil. ferv. ~iv.
Macerate for an hour in a lightly closed vessel, and strain. Then,




470           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
Colaturoe, 5x.
Tinct. Senne,
Tinct. Jalap a, ana 3j.
Syrupi Sennae, 3j.
Make a draught, to be taken the first thing in the morning.
Black Drauzght. —Dr. PARIS.
2634.          R Infusi Sennae co. 3j.
Pulv. Rhei, Dj.
Tinct. Sennae,
Tinct. Card. co.
Syrupi Zingib. ana 5j.
Mix: make a draught, to be taken the following morning. (To be preceded by a pill containing three grains of Blue Pill and two of
Ipecacuanha, taken at bedtime.)
In Torpidity of Liver.-Dr. GREGORY.
2635.         R Infusi Sennre, 3j.
Tinct. Sennae, ass.
Confect. Scammonii, 3j. Mix: make a purging draught.
Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2636.          R Magnesia Sulph. gss.
Infusi Sennae co. kiss.
Tinct. Sennat co. Sss. M]ix: make an aperient draught.
A  strong Purge.-Dr. HOOPER.
2637.          R Pulv. Rhei, gr. x.
Potassoe Tart. ass.
Infusi Sennae comp. iss.
Syrupi Aurantii,
Tinct. Cardam. co. ana 3ij.
Mix: make an aperient draught.
A good Purge for Robust Persons.-Dr. HOOPER.
2638.          R Infusi Senne, 3x.
Pulv. Colchici, gr. viij.
Tinct. Jalapme, 3j.
Syrupi Mori, 3j. Mix: make a cathartic draught.
In Acute Rheumatism.-Dr. GREGORY.
2639.          R Sennme foliorum, 5vj.
Zingib, concis. 3ss.
Extr. Glycyrrhizae, 3ij.
Aqua ferventis, aix.
Infuse. After three hours, strain, and add
Spiritus Ammon. aromatici, 3ij.
Tinct. Senne,
Tinct. Cardamomi compos. ana 3ss. (Dose, 3iss.)
Common Purgative.-Dr. DRUITT.




THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.                 471
2640.          R Olei Menth. vir. rLx.
Olei Menth. pip. rtv.
Sacchari purif. 3iij. Mix: then add
Infusi Sennse, 3vij.
Sodoe Sulph. 3j.
Tinct. Senne, 3v.
Spirit. Ammon. arom. 3iij.
Mix: make a mixture. A fourth part every three hours until the bowels
operate.
Warm    Saline Purge.-Dr. COPLAND.
2641.          R Infusi Sennae cum Tamarindis,,iss.
Syrupi Rhei, ~ij.
Spirit. Nucis Moschata, gss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every two hours until it
operates.
In Simple Constipation of the Old and Debilitcted.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2642.          1 Infusi Sennae, 3ivss.
Tinct. Sennae,.j.
Liq. Antim. Tart. 3ij.
Syrupi Rosae, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. A wineglassful, to be repeated until the bowels
are well opened.
At commencement of Ague.-Dr. E. J. CLARK.
2643.        JR Infusi Sennse co.,v.
Potassae Tartratis, ~j.
Tinct. Jalapse,
Tinct. Sennme co. ana 3iij.
Syrupi Rhamni, 3ij.
Mix: a fourth part every four hours until the bowels are freely opened.
In Phrenitis.-Dr. GREGORY.
2644.          1 Sodoe et Potassa Tartratis,.ij.
Infusi Sennae, ~iv.
Infusi Lini, lbiss. Mix: f'iv every hour.
In Heematemesis.-Dr. J. HAMILTON.
2645.          I Infusi Sennae, gij.
Magnes. Sulph. 3v.
Infusi Lini, iv. Mix: f ij every hour.
In Hematemeesis.-Dr. J. HAMILTON.
2646.          R Infusi Sennse,
Aquae Piment:e, ana ~j.
Potassoe Tart: 3ij.
Tinct. Cort. Aurantii, 3j.
Mix: one to two teaspoonfuls every three hours.
Purgative for Children.-Mr. SAVORY.




472          THE   BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2647.     P      Infusi Sennm co. 3xv.
Potassse Tart. 3ij.
Extr. Glycyrrhizse, 3ss.
Tinct. Card. co. 3j.
Spirit. Ammon. arom. rtxij.
Make a mixture: dose, f3ij to fSiv.
Purgative for Children.-Dr. UNDERWOOD.
2648.        ] Infusi Sennse, 3j.
Aquae Menthse pip.,ss.
Mannse, 3ij. Mix well; strain, and add
Magnesiae, 3j.
Tinct. Rhei,.j.
Syrupi Rosae, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Dose, from f3j to f3ij every second or third
hour until catharsis is produced.
Purgative for young Children.-Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
2649.        1 Infusi Sennse, ~j.
Tinct. Sennse, 3ij.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3j.
Aquce, ~j.
Mix: make a mixture. Take from f3j to f3ij every third hour until it
operates.
For Infants.-Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
2650.        R Senns foliorum, gss.
Aquao ferventis, lbj. Macerate and strain. Add
Sodse Sulph. ~ss.
Vini Antim. P. Tart. Zj.
Mix: make an enema.
In Painters' Colic.-Dr. JoY.
2651.        R Coffese tostse,
Fructus Sennse, aa 3ss.
(Make an infusion of the coffee in the usual way, then infuse the senna,
strain, and mix. Take with milk and sugar, according to taste.)
An agreeable Purge for Children.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
SERPENTARIA. Serpentary.           Virginia Snakeroot.
This root is produced by the Aristolochia Serpentaria, and
other species of the same genus, growing in North America
(Nat. Ord. Aristolochiaceee). It occurs in slender fibers with
a knotted head, and has a camphoreous taste.     Serpentary is
an aromatic tonic and diaphoretic, in large doses laxative and
nauseant. It was once much esteemed as an antiperiodic in
agues.  It is sometimes given in combination with various
stimulants and diaphoretics, in typhoid and other fevers. The
dose of the powder is from ten to thirty grains.




THE    BOOK    OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.                 473
Infusum Serpentarise (L., E.): one to two ounces every two
hours in low fevers.
Tinctura Serpentariws (L., E.): one to three drachms.
2652.          R Pulv. Serpentarise, gr. xxiv.
Camphore, gr. xlviij.
Confect. Rose, q. s. to make 18 pills.
To be all taken during the apyrexia.
In Malignant Intermittents.-FoY.
2653.        Y1 Infus. Serpentarie, 3ix.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. gr. v.
Syrupi, 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
To produce Diaphoresis in Fevers, &c.-Dr. PARIS.
2654.          R Liq. Sodce Chlorin. 5iiss.
Infusi Serpentarise,,vj.
Syrupi Aurantii, ~iss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every four hours.
In advanced stages of Typhoid Fever.-Dr. NELIGAN,.
2655.         1R Infusi Serpentarias, vj.
Tinct. Camph. co. 3v.
Spirit. Ammon. aromat. 3iiss.
Syrupi Aurantii,,j.
Mix. A fourth part every three or four hours.
Dr. COPLAND'..
2656.          R Infusi Serpentarie, 3vj.
Mist. Camphore, 3iv.
Syrupi Aurantii, 3j.
Tinct. Cinchonas co. 3j.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. gr. iij.
Mix: make a mixture. To be repeated every six hours.
In Fevers with Collapse and Putreseenee.-Dr. GREGORY.
2657.         13 Rad. Serpentarire, 3ss.
Cort. Cinchone pulv. 3vj.
Cort. Aurantii sicc. 3ij.
Aqume, lbiss. Boil to lbj, and add to the strained liquor
Tinct. Cinnamomi,;j.
Aromatic Tonic.-Dr. COPLAND.
2658.         R Rad. Senegce,
Rad. Serpentarire, ana ass.
Aquae fervidse, Oj. Macerate in a closed vase for an hour
and strain. To the strained liquor add
Camphora, 3ss (first dissolved in _JEtheris Sulph. 3iij).
Aquve Cinnam.;j.
Syrupi Altheae,
Syrupi Papav. ana ~ss.
Mix. Two tablespoonfuls every four hours.
Diaphoretic.-HIECKER.
31




474          THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
SIMARUBA.
This is the bark of Simaruba officinalis (or amara), a large
tree growing in Jamaica and South America, and belonging to
the Nat. Ord. Simarubacew.     It much resembles Quassia in
its medicinal action, as well as in habitat and botanic affinity.
But it is not quite so pure a bitter, as it contains some mucilage, like Calu-nba, and also a trace of gallic acid. In large
doses it irritates, causing vomiting and purging, like other
bitters. It is used in all cases where a simple tonic is required.
It is much employed in Germany during the latter stages of
dysentery and diarrhoea. It is not given in substance.
Infusum Simarzube (E., D.): one to two ounces as a tonic.
2659.       iR Pulv. Simarubse,
Pulv. Absinthii, ana 5ij.
Aquae ferventis, Oj. Infuse for a quarter of an hour, strain,
and add
Syrupi Gentianme, j. Mix. (In wineglassful doses.)
FoY.
2660.        1 Pulv. rad. Simarubse, gss.
Corticis Granati cont 3ij.
Aque ferventis, xij.
Mix: let it stand for two hours, and then add to the strained liquor
Conf. aromat. 3j.
Tinct. Cardam. c. 3j.
Mix: make a mixture. Three tablespoonfuls three or four times a day.
Dr. THOMAS.
2661.       lR Inf. Simarubse, giss.
Acid. Nit. dil. mjiv.
Infus. Caryophylli, 3ss.
Tinct. Opii, nlvj.
Mix. One or two teaspoonfuls three or four times a day, in a decoction
of barley.
In the Diarrhzoea of Children.-Dr. BAILLIE.
SINAPIS. Mustard.
Black Mustard seeds are yielded by Sinapis nigra (Nat. Ord.
(Yrucifers). When bruised and mixed with water, they yield a
pungent smell and taste, owing to the formation of an acrid
volatile oil.  White Mustard is produced by Sinapis alba, also
an indigenous plant. The seeds contain an acrid principle,
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in medicine, on account of their stimulant and carminative
properties.  They excite the stomach, and rouse the system,
when either is weak or torpid.    In a large dose they are
emetic, acting speedily, and thus being appropriate in cases of
poisoning. The seeds of mustard, given whole, stimulate the
intestinal canal, and act as laxatives.  But mustard is chiefly
used externally, on account of its irritant and rubefacient
properties. A mustard poultice is useful as a stimulant. Applied over the seat of an internal inflammation or local pain,
it forms one of the best counter-irritants.  It is particularly
used in disorders of the chest, belly, and throat. Mustard
lotions and ointments are used for local friction in paralysis,
and as applications to chilblains, &c. A mustard footbatl is
of use to rouse the system in cases of paralysis, poisoning, or
torpor from any cause.  Dose of the flour, as a stimulant, one
scruple to two drachms; as emetic, half an ounce to one ounce.
Cataplasma Sinapis (L.) is a good form for mustard poultice.
Lukewarm water will suffice. When the mustard flour is good,
it is wrong to use vinegar.
2662.   ]    R Cataplasmatis Lini, Jiv.
Farinas Sinapis,. ss. Mix.
Milder Mustard Poultice.-Dr. COPLAND.
2663.        R Pulv. Sinapis, lbss.
Pulv. Capsici annui,
Pulv. Zingiberis, ana 3j.
Acid. Acet. pyrolig. q. s. to form a cataplasm. Then add
Olei Terebinth. gij. Mix.
Stronger Mustard Poultice.-Dr. COPLAND.
2664.        R Pulv. Sinapis, 3ij.
Aquas ferventis, ~xvj.
Mix: make an injection. Use daily.
In Carcinomatous Ulceration of the Womb.-Dr. ASHWELL.
2665.        R Farinae Sinapis, ~iv.
Aquas calidae, q. s. Mix: make a footbath.
As a Derivative in Cerebral and other Diseases.-BERAL.
2666.        1 Faringe Sinapis, 3j.
Aquse Angelicase
Aquae Hyssopi, ana vvj.
Spirit. Armoracie, ass.
Aquoe Ammon. Mur. Div.
Mellis Rosse, ~iv. Mix: make a gargle.
Stimulant in Diseases of the Mouth and Throat.-SPIELMANN,




476          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2667.         R: Decocti Papaveris fervent. Oij.
Sinapis,  iij.
Mix. Place over the stomach and belly,a woolen cloth, well imbued
with this liquor warm, and afterward slightly pressed out; and
renew it again and again, until the pain is relieved.
For Pain in the Stomach and Bowels.-Dr. PARIS.
2668.         1   Sinapis Olei (volatilis), gtt. ij.
P. Gum. Acacic, 5ij.
Syr. Aurantii, 3iv.
Aquae, vss.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every second hour.
Stimulant.
2669.        BI Sinapis contuse, ~j.
Lactis Vaccini, Oj.
Boil together, until the cheesy part remains coagulated; then strain the
liquor.
-R Of the strained liquor, a wineglassful.
Syrupi Zingiberis,.j.
Make a draught, to be taken two or three times a day.
Stirmulant.-Dr, PARIS.
2670.        Rk Sem. Sinapis albm cont.
Radicis Armoracik, ana,ij.
Corticis Aurantii, 3ss.
Aqu'e Aurantii, pss.
Aqum fbntane, Oij.
Boil to Oj, and strain; make a decoction. A large wineglassful three
times a day.
In old Palsy. —Dr. THOMAS.
SODAE    CARBONAS ET BICARBONAS.                 Carbonate and
Bicarbonate of Soda.
An impure carbonate of soda is known under the names of
Kelp and Barilla, the former obtained by burning sea-weed in
Scotland, the other by the combustion of land plants growing
on the sea-shore of the Mediterranean.    The carbonate is also
manufactured in large quantities from common salt.     Its crystals tend to effloresce in the air. It is antacid and antilithic,
being used in dyspepsia, heartburn, flatulence, gouty and rheumatic affections, and cases of lithic deposit in the urine. Though
in large doses an irritant poison, it is less corrosive than the
same salt of potash. It is diuretic and diaphoretic. It is given
as an antiphlogistic in coughs and mild inflammations. By
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in powder, the Bicarbonate of Soda is formed.      It is used for
the same purposes as the other, but is milder and less corrosive.
It is more adapted for effervescing draughts. (See Sodwe Citras.)
The dose of either of the carbonates is from one to ten grains
for children, and ten grains to one drachm for adults.
Sode Carbonas exsiccata (L., E., D.): dose, five to twenty
grains.
Liquor Sodw Carbonatis (D.), one to two drachms.
Aqua Sode effervescens (E.), "Soda water."       An agreeable
antacid drink.
Trochisci Sodxe Bicarbonatis (E.).
The following prescriptions contain the Carbonate of Soda
as given for internal use.
2671.         R Pulv. Cinchonam,
Sodwe Subcarbonatis, ana partes mquales.
Mix: dose, from five grains to Dss, two or three times a day.
Dr. COPLAND.
2672.             u Pulv. Rhei, gr. vj.
Sodam Carbonatis, gr. xv.
Pulv. Calumbse, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken before dinner.
In tlhe Gouty Diathesis.-Dr. DAY.
2673.        R] Sode Carbonat. sice. Sss.
Pulv. Myrrhse, gr. xviij.
Pulv. Ipecacuanhme, gr. iij.
Mix: divide into 6 powders. One every fourth hour.
Antacid in Chronic Diarrhoec and Dysentery.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2674.         I Sode Subcarb. exsic. iiiss.
Pulv. Rhei, 3j.
Extr. Hyoscyami, 3ij.
Mix: divide into 36 pills. Two, three times a day.
In Acid DZyspepsia.-Dr. COPLAND.
2675.         R Sodse Subcarb. exsic. 3j.
Saponis Castil..iv.
Olei Juniperi, mLv.
Syrupi Zingib. 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 30 pills. Two or three daily.
In Lithie Acid Deposits.-Mr. SAVORY.
2676.        f1 Sodae Carbonatis, 3ij-3ss.
Aquoe calidae, Oij.
Dissolve: make a drink. To be taken ad libitum.
During the passage of Gall-Stones.-Dr. PROrIT.




478           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2677.         R Sodae Subcarb. 3ss-3j.
Decoct. Hordei, Oj. Dissolve: dose, four glasses daily.
In Lichen, Prurigo, and other Skin Diseases attended with
Itching.                                  Dr. BURGESS.
2678.         R Sode Subcarb. 3ij.
Syrupi Viole tricoloris, ^xij.
Mix: a tablespoonful night and morning. (Apply at the same time to
the part a poultice containing 3j of Sulphur.)
In Impetigo.-M. BIETT.
2679.         R Bismuth Trisnit.
Magnes. Carb.
Sodse Carb. ana 3j.
Tinct. Cardam. co. ass.
Aquse destil. ad ~vj. Mix: a sixth part for a dose.
2680.          R Mist. Camphorae, gviss,
Sodas Subcarb. 3iss.
Ammon. Carb. 3j.
Tinct. Calumbse,,ss.
Spirit. Anisi,
Tinct. Card. co. ana.ss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls two or three times a day.
In Cardialgia with Acidity.-Dr. COPLAND.
Bicarbonate of Soda given internally.
2681.         R Sodse Bicarbonatis, gr. iij.
Pulv. Cinchonse, 3j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day.
Tonic and Antacid.-Dr. DRUITT.
2682.         R Sodce Bicarbonatis, gr. iij.
Ferri Sesquioxidi,.j.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. iij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken three times a day.
Tonic and Antacid.-Dr. DRUITT.
2683.         R Sodme Sesquicarbonatis, 3j.
Pulv. Opii, gr. iij.
Mix: make a bolus. To be taken immediately. (To be washed down
with another scruple of soda, in a wineglassful of water as hot as
the patient can swallow it. In the evening another scruple with
two grains of opium, if necessary.)
In Asiatic Cholera.-Dr. MAXWELL.
2684.         R Sodae Bicarbonatis, 3ij.
MistursG Camphorse, 3viij,
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls every three hours. (A hot
bath containing 3ij of Carb. Soda may be used at bedtime.)
In Acute Rheumatism. —Dr. WRIGHT.




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2685.          R Sodae Bicarb. gr. xv.
Acid. Hydrocyan. Scheelii, gtt. iss.
Mist. Camphorae, 3x.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day after meals.
In Acid Dyspepsia.-Dr. CHAMBERS.
2686.         R Sodoe Sesquicarbonatis, 3ss.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. gr. v.
Tinct. Calumbae, 3j.
Inf. Gentiana co. giss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Cancer.-Sir A. COOPER.
2687.         l3 Sode Bicarbonatis, gr. x.
Infusi Calumbme, giss.
Aquse Laurocerasi, rnxij.
Creasoti, fltj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every six hours, until three or four
doses are taken, if necessary.
In Acidity of the Stomach with Vomiting.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2688.          R SodT Bicarbonatis,
Sulphuris prcecipitati, ana 3j.
Tinct. Lavand.' co. ij.
Aquae, vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A fourth part every second or third hour.
In ordinary -Diarrhoea preceding Cholera. —Mr. J. GROVE.
2689.         Bi Sodae Bicarbonatis, 3ij.
Ammon. Carb..ij.
Ext. Taraxaci, gss.
Spir. JEtheris Nit. 3vj.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 3j.
Aqune AMenthae pip. ad ixij.
Take f iss three times a day. (With some blue pill and Colchicum at
bedtime.)
In Palpitation of the Heart.
The Carbonate and Bicarbonate of Soda for external use.
2690.      ]   3 Sodae Carbonatis, gr. xij.
Aquae destillatas, 3xij. Mix.
To be used as a wash in Acne and other Skin Diseases.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2691.         ]R Sodae Sesquicarb. 3ij.
Aquae, Oiss.
Mix: make a lotion. (Lint saturated with this liquid is to be placed
over the affected part, and the whole covered with oiled silk.)
In Eczema.-Dr. BENNETT.




480         THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2692.        l Soda Carb.
Sodae Biborat. ana lv.
Aquse pluvialis (caloris grad. 760-980 F.) Cong. xxx.
Dissolve. An alkaline bath.
In many Skin Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2693.    ]      Sode Carb. gr. xx-j.
Axungim, 3j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Eruptive Diseases of the Scalp.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2694.       IJ Sode Bicarb. gr. xx.
Adipis prmp. Jj.
Chloroformylis, Iliv. Mix: make an ointment.
In Impetigo.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2695.        R Sodm Carb. gx.
Calcis, 3v.
Axungim, v.
Mix: make an ointment. (Pommade Epilatoire.)
To remove Hair in the treatment of Porrigo favosa.
M. CAZENAVE.
SODAE ACETAS, CITRAS, TARTRAS.              Acetate, Citrate,
and Tartrate of Soda.    (Effervescing Drauzghts.)
The Acetate occurs in white foliaceous masses.  It is efflorescent. It is a very soluble salt, and has a pungent and bitter
taste. In small doses it is diuretic, and is used for this purpose
in dropsies. In large doses it is cathartic. Dose, as a diuretic,
one scruple to one drachm; as a purge, two to four drachms.
The neutral Citrate and Tartrate are formed when an effervescing draught is made of either of the carbonates with Citric
or Tartaric Acid.  Such a draught is an agreeable refrigerant
and diaphoretic, and may be prescribed in the same instances
as one containing potash.  The following proportions must be
observed in prescribing:
One scruple of Carbonate of Soda will require to neutralize
it ten grains of crystallized Citric or Tartaric Acid, or two and
a half drachms of Lemon Juice.
One scruple of Bicarbonate of Soda will require seventeen
grains of Citric Acid, eighteen of Tartaric Acid, or four and a
half drachms of Lemon Juice.
Pulveres effervescentes (E., D.). These must be kept in different colored papers, and consist of Tartaric or Citric Acid, and
Bicarbonate of Soda (or Potash), in the proportion to form an
effervescing draught when two are mixed in a tumbler of water.




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2696.        R Sodae Acetatis,
Pulveris Rhei,
Fellis bovis inspiss. ana 3j.
Pulveris Acacia, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 2-grain pills. (Dose, %0-15 twice a day.
Laxative.-AUGUSTIN.
2697.        R Sodse Sesquicarb. gr. xx.
Syrup. Aurant. 3j.
Aquse, kiss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken with half an ounce of lemon-juice.
To relieve Nausea and Vomiting.-Dr. JoY.
2698.       IB Sodae Bicarb. 3ss.
Sodae Sulph. siccat. 3j. Mix.
P Acidi Citrici, gr. xv.
(Dissolve each powder separately, mix the solutions in a tumbler, and
drink while effervescing.)
Dr. A. T. THOMSON.
SODAE BIBORAS. See BORAX.
SODiE ET POTASSKE         TARTRAS.       Potassio-Tartrate of
Soda.
This is made by adding Cream of Tartar to a solution of
Carbonate of Soda.    It is called Rochelle Salt.  It is a mild
and cooling purgative, in small doses diuretic. It may cause
some griping, if given alone, but it is generally combined with
infusion of Senna.   Or it may be given as a Seidlitz powder
-i.e. in effervescence, with some tartaric acid and bicarbonate
of soda.    In either of these forms it is an antiphlogistic
cathartic, less irritating than the Sulphates of Soda and Magnesia, and well adapted for use in inflammatory complaints,
and for children and delicate persons. It acts upon the urine as
an alkali.  Dose, as a diuretic, one scruple to one drachm; as
a cathartic, two drachms to one ounce.
Pulveres effervescentes aperientes (Ellis).  Seidlitz powders,
containing Rochelle salt along with Bicarbonate of Soda and
Tartaric acid. Two are mixed in water, and taken during
effervescence.
2699.        R Sode Tartarizate, gr. x.
Pulv. Rhei, gr iij-vij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every morning for two weeks.
In Enlargements of the Mesentery in Children.
Dr. FORDYCE.




482           THE    BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2700.          tc Sodse Tartarizate, gj.
Aquce Menthce vir. ~vj.
Aquce Cinnamomi, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two spoonfuls every hour until it operates.
2701.         B1 Tartratis Potassse et Sode, 3vj.
Jusculi bovini (beef tea), lbj.
Mix; make a solution. To be consumed in divided doses.
In Chorea of Children about nine years of age.
Dr. J. HAMILTON.
2702.          R Infusi Sennae C. gij.
Sodse Potassio-tart. ~ss.
Infusi Calumbe, kiss.
Mix: make a solution. To be taken in two doses.
Dr. PARIS.
2703.          R Sodse Tartarizatse, ~j.
Extracti Hyoscyami, gr. vj.
Syrupi Anthemidis, gj.
Aquce, vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every hour.
In C(onstipation.-PHCEBUS.
2704.         13 Sodre Pot.-tart..iij.
Sulph. precip. 3iij.
PotassaE Bicarb. 5ij.
Mix: make a powder. A teaspoonful every night, and two teaspoonfuls every morning in a wineglassful of lettuce water.
GASKOIN.
2'705.         R Sodse Potassio-tartratis, 3iv.
Syrupi Zingiberis, 3j.
Spiritis Myristic e, 3ss.
Aquae, ad kiss. Mix: make a draught.
Mild Aperient.-Dr. DRUITT.
2706.          R Sodae Potassio-tartratis, gss.
Magnesie calcinatLe, gr. x.
Aquae Menthce pip. 3j.
Mix: make an aperient draught.
Dr. HOOPER.
2707.          R Sodae Potassio-tartratis, 3ij.
Sodae Sesquicarb. 3j.
Sacchari albi, 3j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken in a wineglassful of water, with a
tablespoonful of lemon-juice.
Efferveseent Aperient.-Dr. DRUITT.
2708.          R Sodae Potassio-tartratis, ~ij.
Sodce Sesquicarb. 3j.
Tinct. Lupuli, TLxxx.
Aquse destillatoe, 3j.
Syrupi, 3j.
Mix: to be taken with a tablespoonful of lemon-juice.
In Inflammatory Fever.-Dr. GREGORY.




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2709.       1R Sodse Tartarizatta, 3ij.
Sodae Carbonatis, Dij.
Aquoe Anethi, gss.
Inf. Anthem. 3j.
Tinct. Calumboe,
Tinct. Aurant. C. ana 7j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken in effervescence, with 15. grains
Acid. Tart. in f ss of water.
Stomachic Aperient.-Dr. COPLAND.
SODiE PHOSPHAS.          Phosphate of Soda.
It is made by adding a solution of Carbonate of Soda to
one of the Superphosphate of Lime obtained from bone earth.
It occurs in large crystals, and its solution browns turmeric
paper. This salt is an exceedingly mild saline cathartic, and,
having very little taste, is less disagreeable than some others.
It may be used in fevers and inflammations, even in inflammations of the bowels, and disorders of pregnant women.
Phosphate of Soda is one of the solvents for lithic acid. As
an antilithic it may be given in gouty and rheumatic disorders, especially the former, and in all cases where there is
tendency to a lithic deposit in the urine.   It has also been
used in rickets, with the intention of supplying phosphoric
acid to be used in the reparation of bone. The dose, as an
antilithic, or in rachitis, is from  one to two drachms, often
repeated; as a purgative, half an ounce to one and a half ounce,
in gruel or broth.
2710.        R Sodae Phosphatis pulv. 3iv.
Divide into 12 powders. One, twice a day in water or decoction of oatmeal.
In Uric Acid Gravel.-Dr. G. BIRD.
2711.        R Sodae Phosphatis, 3ss.
Decocti Chondri, jvj.
Syrupi Limonum, ass. Mix: make a purging mixture.
In Inflammatory Disorders, and where a mild action is desired.
RADIUS.
2712.        l3 Sodse Phosphatis, 3iv.
Aqu.e Menth. pip. iij. Dissolve, then add
Ext. Sennc fluidi, hss.
Mix: make a mixture, of which take a tablespoonful every second hour
until the bowels are moved.
In the mild Febrile Affections of Children.-Dr. NELIGAN.




484         THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2713.        R Sodse Biphosphatis, gr. viij.
Acidi Benzoici, gr. ij. Rub up together, and add
Aqune destillatme, 3ix.
Make a draught, to be taken three times a day.
In the Lithic Acid Diathesis.-Dr. PARIS.
2714.       hl Sode Carbonatis, 3iss.
Acidi Benzoici, Dij.
Sodae Phosphatis, 3iij.
Aquse Cinnamomi, gviiss.
Aquse purse, liv.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3iv.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
Uric Acid Diathesis.-Dr. G. BIRD.
SODZE SULPHAS ET BISULPHAS. Sulphate and Bisulphate of Soda.
The Sulphate, or Glauber's salt, is extensively produced in
the manufacture of the carbonate from common salt.     The Bisulphate, an acid salt, is obtained as a residue in making hydrochloric acid. The Sulphate is in long prismatic crystals, of a
bitter taste, and very soluble in water. It acts as a cathartic
in the same manner as Sulphate of Magnesia, than which it is
rather more irritant. It may be used in much the same cases,
but the dose required is greater, being from half an ounce to
two ounces.
The Bisulphate is also a cooling purgative. It resembles
the same salt of Potash. It may be given in doses of half a
drachm to two drachms as a diuretic, or of two to six drachms
as a purgative.
Sode et Magnesie Sulphas has been used as a laxative and
diuretic, in doses of half a drachm to two drachms several times
a day.
2715.    ]    E Sodme Sulphatis, Div.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ij. Mix: make a powder.
In Htemorrhages and Inflammations after bleeding.-RADIUS.
2716.       R1 Sodae Sulph. exsic. ass.
Pulpoe Tamarindi, ij.
Syrupi succi limonis, q. s. to make an electuary. Two
teaspoonfuls every hour until the bowels are opened.
PHEBUS.




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2717.    ]    1 Sodae Sulphatis, gss.
Antimonii Potassio-tart. gr. j.
Aquse, 3iv. Mix: make an emetic and cathartic draught.
Dr. JoY.
2718.        3L Soda Sulphatis,.v.
Infusi Ross acidi, iss.
Acid. Sulph. dil. wLij. Mix: make a draught.
Antiphlogistic Cathartic.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2719.        R Sodas Carbonatis, hiss.
Aquae pura, Oviiss.
Acidi Sulph. dil. ~j.
Conf. Aromat. jiij.
Spir. Menth. pip. 3iij. Mix.
As an Aperient Drink in Cardialgia, ~c.-Dr. BARLOW.
2720.         ] Sodca Sesquicarb. 3ij.
Ferri Sulphat. gr iij.
Magnesik Carb. 3j.
Aquae, Oss.
Acid. Sulph. dil. 3x.
Pour the water into a stone bottle, in which dissolve the salts; then
add the acid, close the vessel, and place it in a cool place, or cool
by placing the vessel in water.
An effervescing, tonic, and purgative drink. — Dr. PARIS.
2721.        R Sods Sulphatis, ~j.
Foliorum Sennas, 3iij.
Aquae fervidce, Oj.
Infuse, and strain. Make a purging enema.
Dr. J. HAMILTON.
SODIE SULPHIS ET HYPOSULPHIS. Sulihite and Hyposulphite of Soda.
The Sulphite of Soda has been administered internally by
Dr. H. Hassall and others, in cases of vomiting from   Sarcina
ventriculi.  It seems likely that the acid juice of the stomach
sets free the sulphurous acid of the salt, and that this acts by
its chemical power of destroying fungous growths, such as that
which is the cause of this disease. It may operate in the same
manner when applied as a lotion to aphthous surfaces, where
also there is a vegetable growth.  The Sulphite has been recommended by Mr. Graham, on hypothetical grounds, in the
treatment of Asiatic Cholera.    Dose, half a drachm    to one
drachm, or one and a half drachm.




486         THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
The Hyposulphite of Soda (well known from its use in photography as a solvent for iodide of silver) is used to destroy
parasitic vegetables, in the same way as the Sulphite. It is
also employed on the Continent as an alterative in skin diseases, and may be given as 7 purgative in the same manner as
the Sulphate of Soda.   Dose, as an alterative, ten grains to
one drachm; as a cathartic, two drachms to half an ounce.
2722.        R Sodae Sulphitis, 3ss.
Aquue, oiss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day. (The dose may
be increased.)
In Yeasty Vomiting.-Dr. JENNER.
2723.        R Sodse Hyposulphitis, 3vj.
Infusi Quassia,.xij. Mix: take fMss three times a day.
In Sarcina Ventriculi.-Mr. R. NEALE.
2724.        R SodCe Hyposulphitis,.xiss.
Sacchari pulv. viij.
Aque destillatke, Oij.
Dissolve, and form a syrup: one to four fluid-ounces every day. (Thirty
parts contain one part of the hyposulphite.)
In Chronic cutaneous and Scrofulous Affections.
EMILE MOUCHON.
2725.       R1 Sodea Hyposulphitis, 3vj.
Aquae Menthre pip. 3xiv.
Tinct. Cardam. co. 3ij. Mix: make a draught.
An active Cathartic in atonic Dyspepsia.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2726.       }R Sode Sulphitis, 3j.
Aqune purse, j. Mix: make a lotion.
In Aphthw of the Mouth.-Dr. JENNER.
2727.        P Sodae Hyposulphitis, ass.
Potassii Sulphureti, 3j.
Aqume destillate, 3xiss.
Aquoe Laurocerasi, iss. Mix: make a lotion.
In Scabies, _Eczema, &c.-Dr. NELIGAN.
SODE HIYPOCHLORIS.     Soda Chlorinata.   See CHLORINIUM.
SODAE VALERIANAS. Valerianate of Soda.
Valerianic Acid is made by oxidizing Fusel oil, by means
of Bichromate of Potash. It is then combined with solution
of caustic soda to form this salt.  This possesses both the odor
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antispasmodic, but is chiefly employed in the manufacture of
the other Yalerianates.
SODII CHLORIDUM.          Chloride of Sodium.
Common salt is obtained from the waters of the ocean, from
mines on the land, or from salt springs. It is the most universal and indispensable of all condiments. Various cachectic
disorders, worms in the intestines, &c. have resulted from its
omission as an article of food.  Its quantity in the daily food
has been sometimes increased in cases of scrofula, phthisis,
dyspepsia, and skin diseases. It acts as a most useful alterative, and seems to purify the blood.
Salt has been used, along with other salines, to form a saline
injection into the veins in Asiatic Cholera.  In large doses it
acts as a purgative, in still larger it produces speedy vomiting.
As an emetic it is given in cases of poisoning, and in the early
stage of cholera. Externally, it is given in baths to imitate
sea water; and applied as a rubefacient in a strong solution,
or as a stimulant to chilblains. One, two, or more ounces, dissolved in a pint of water, form a useful aperient enema for
cases of ascarides. Dose, as an alterative, half to one drachm;
purgative, two drachms to half an ounce; emetic, one to two
ounces in warm water.
Pulvis Salinus (E.), two to three drachms.
Aqua Selterana (Paris Codex) is an aerated water, in imitation of Seltzer water.
2728.       I. Sodii Chloridi, 5iij.
Pulv. Cocci Cacti, gr. xv.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. (One every morning, and finally a dose
of some purgative.)
Anthelmintic.-Dr. RUSH.
2729.        1 Sodii Chloridi, giij.
Sodoe Phosphatis,,j.
Sodse Carbonatis,,iss.
Sodne Sulphatis,,ss.
Dissolve in a little water, and gradually dilute the solution with more
water, testing it from time to time with a urinometer, until it has
been lowered exactly to the density of 1-030 at 60~ Fahrenheit
Heat this solution lastly to 98~ Fahr., when it will be ready for use.
For Injection into the veins in Asiatic Cholera.
Dr. G. OWEN REES.




488          THE BOOK      OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2730.         R Sodii Chloridi, gr. xxxj.
Soda Phosphatis, gr. v.
Sodae Carbonatis, gr. vj.
Soda' Sulphatis, gr. j.
Aquse destillatse, ~x.
Dissolve, and heat the solution to 98~ Fahr., when it is required for use.
(The density of this solution is 1-004 at 68~ and between 1-000 and
1-001 at 98~. Its composition is as closely as possible the same as
that of the serum of the blood deprived of its organic principles.)
For Injection into the veins in Asiatic Cholera.
Dr. W. MARCET.
2731.        1R Sodii Chloridi, 3ij.
Decocti Avenae, Oj. Mix.
A Purgative -Enema, or to destroy Asearides. —Dr. HOOPER.
2732.         R Salis communis,,ij.
Aquae purae, vj.
Aceti,
Spir. Vini Gallici, ana 3iij. Mix: make a fomentation.
To Bruises.-VOGT.
2733.         R Salis communis, lbj.
Aquae, Oiv. Throw into a bath, and add
Gelatine communis, lbij, previously dissolved in
Aque, Ovj. Make a bath.
In Scrofulous Affections. —FoY.
SPARTIUM.    See SCOPARIUS.
SPIGELIA.      Pink Root.
This is the root of?pigelia Marilandica, an American plant
(Nat. Ord. Spigeliace).   It has a faint odor, and a peculiar
unpleasant taste. It is a purgative, and powerful anthelmintic.
It is thought to have some narcotic properties.    When given
for worms, it is either conjoined with, or followed by, a brisk
cathartic.  The dose is ten to twenty grains for a child, one to
two drachms for an adult, repeated morning and evening for
some days, and followed by an active purgative, as above
stated.
Infusum Spigelia (U. S.): dose, half to one ounce for children, four to eight ounces for adults.
_Extractum Spigelixe fluidum   (Procter), ten to twenty drops
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2734.         R Pulv. Spigelies, gr. x.
Calomelanos, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder. (To be taken for two mornings in succession,
and on the afternoon of the second day followed by a purge.)
Anthelmintic for children above four years of age. —Dr. ELLIS.
2735.         R Pulv. Spigelie,
Pulv. Sennme, ana Dij.
Pulv. SabinTe, gr. xij.
Mix: make a powder. (One every morning for three days, followed by
a purge.)
For Adults.-KDr. ELLIS.
2736.         Ed Pulv. Spigelia, gr. x.
Pulv. Stanni,'ij.
Syrup. Zingiberis, 3ss.
Mellis, q. s.
Mix: make a bolus. To be taken an hour before breakfast, and repeated for three days; afterward administer a purging mixture,
to produce a free evacuation of the bowels.
In cases of Lumtbrici.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2737.        1B Spigelin rad. concis. 5ss.
Senne foliorum, 3ij.
Aurant. cort. cone.
Santonici sem. contus.
Fceniculi sem. contus. ana 3j.
Aquce ferventis, xij.
Macerate for two hours in a lightly-closed vessel, and strain. Dose, a
wineglassful every morning early, on an empty stomach.
In Lumbrici.-SPRPAGUE.
SPIRITUS PYROXYLICUS.               Medicinal Naphtha.      Wood
Spirit.
This is obtained, along with acetic acid and tarry matters,
in the dry distillation    of wood.   It is quite distinct from
Acetone, or Pyroacetic Spirit (obtained by distilling dry acetate of lime). Its specific gravity, when rectified, is about'813.
It is a volatile inflammable liquid, with a peculiar ethereal
odor.   It is a diffusible stimulant, expectorant, and diaphoretic. It is recommended strongly by Dr. Hastings and others,
both for internal use and for inhalation, in phthisis and chronic
bronchitis.  In large doses it is a dangerous narcotic.       Dr.
Hastings supposed that it was of use in supplying carbon and
hydrogen to the system. The experience of others has shown
thW  it is really of little use in acute or advanced cases of pulmonary consumption.      Dr. Hastings has also used it in gout
32




490         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
and rheumatism.   M. Lavirotte has given it in diarrhoea and
dysentery.   The dose of the Naphtha is from ten to twenty
drops three times a day at first, gradually increasing if nausea
is not produced.
2738.        R Naphthe medicinalis, RLx.
Syrupi Aceti, 3ij.
Aqute, ~j. Make a draught. One every six hours.
Anodyne in Hectic of Phthisis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2739.       R1 Naphthse medicinalis, ~j.
Liquoris Opii sedativi, 3ij.
Mix: fifteen drops to be taken three times a day in a little water.
In Acute Bronchitis with hectic symptoms.-Mr. PROCTER.
(Though Dr. Hastings, Mr. Procter, and others give this liquid the name of
"Pyro-acetic Spirit," it has been found that the remedy employed is simply
rectified wood-spirit.)
SPONGIA. Sponye.
Sponge is the horny skeleton of certain marine animals very
low in the scale of life, and found attached to rocks.   It is
light, porous, and elastic, and is employed to compress wounds,
and to form tents, and plugs to restrain hemorrhage.    When
burnt, it constitutes Spongia usta.  This contains a small proportion of iodine, and has therefore proved useful as an internal remedy in goitre and scrofula. The dose is bulky, being
from one to three drachms or more.    It may be made into an
electuary.
Electuarium Songixt ustae (Radius), two to four spoonfuls a
day, in goitre.
2740.        B Spongie ustse, gr. x.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken morning and evening.
In Scrofula.-HULSE.
2741.        R Spongiae usts,;iv.
Magnes. Carb.
Potass-e Nitratis,
Sacchari albi, ana 5ij.
Mix: make a powder. (3j three times a day.)
In Scrofula.-CLARUS.
STANNI PULVIS.         Tin Powder.
Finely powdered Tin has been used as a vermifuge.    It acts
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be given, mixed with syrup, in doses of half an ounce for
several mornings, followed by an active purgative. An ointment of tin powder has been used in heimorrhoids.  The Sulphuret and Oxide of Tin have also been used as anthelnintics.
Either may be given in doses of ten to twenty grains. The
Chloride is a violent acrid purgative, in doses of two grains.
2742.   ]    ~ Stanni pulv. Aj.
Confectionis Sennse, 5ij. Mix. Dose, 7ss.
Anthelmintic.-Dr, HOOPER.
2743.           u Pulv. Stanni, gr. xv.
Sacchari albi, gr. x.
Mix. Take twice a day for ten days. Afterward give three grains of
calomel going to bed, and a laxative draught next morning.
Vermifuge.-Dr. J. CLARK.
2744.          P Pulv. Stanni, gj.
Extracti Absinthii,
Pulv. Jalapse, ana j..
Syrupi Gichorii co. q. s. to make an electuary.
(To be taken in twelve doses.)
FoY".
STRAMONIUM.         Thorn Apple.
Both the leaves and seeds of Datura Stramnonium     (Nat..
Ord. Solanacee) are officinal. The seeds are the most powerful.  The root also has been employed.  The leaves and other
parts have a rank narcotic odor, and bitter taste.  The seeds
are small, blackish, and acrid.  Stramonium is a very powerful narcotic.  It quiets the heart, lessens the number of respirations, allays pain, controls spasmodic action, and dilatps the
pupil.  It seldom causes sleep, and does not confine the bowels.
In large doses it causes delirium and death.
Stramonium is especially useful in painful and irritable states
of the respiratory organs.  It may be given to allay cough,
and diminish pain in the chest, or to stop the advance of a
paroxysm of spasmodic asthma.   In the latter disease it nmay
with advantage be smoked like tobacco.   Two or three pipefuls of the dried herb may be used at a time.  It contains an
alkaloid, Daturia, to which its narcotic properties are owing.
But by its combustion an empyreumatic oil is produced, which
has also narcotic properties.  The dose of the dry leaves is




492          THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
from two to five grains; of the powdered seeds, from half to
two grains.
Extractum    Strcmonii (seminunm) (L., E.).     Dose, quarter
to half a grain, carefully increasing.
Extractunm   Stramonii foliorulm   (U. S.), one to two grains,
gradually increasing.
Tinctura Stramonii (D.), half a drachm three times a day.
Tinctura Stramonii etherea (Soubeiran), two to three drops.
Vinum Stramonii (Van Mons), six to twenty drops.
The two next are used as anodyne applications.
Unguentumn Stramonii (U. S.).
Oleum Stramonii (Cottereau).
2745.    }    I Fol. Stramionii contusi,
Fol. Salvise contus. 51i partes equales.
(In sufficient quantity to fill a pipe, which is to be smoked by the patient,
and renewed three or four times.)
In Spasmodic Asthma.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2746.        tR Extracti Stramonii, gr. j.
Ext. GlycyrrhizGe, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 6 pills. One, when the cough is urgent.
In Irritation of Larynx or Throat.-Dr. HOOPER.
2747.         P Ext. (foliorum) Stramonii, 3j.
Saponis duri, 3ij.
Acaciae gum. pulv. 3j.
Glycyrrhize rad. pulv. 3ij.
Mucilag. Tragacanthse, q. s. to make a mass to be divided
into 60 pills. Dose, one, night and morning; or,
three times a day.
In Asthmna.-Sir H. HALFORD.
2748.        1J Extracti Stramonii, gr. ss.
Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv.
Mix: make a pill. To be taken at bedtime.
Dr. PARIS.
2749.         R Pulv. Scille,
Pulv. Ipecac. ana 3j.
Ext. Stramonii, gr. v.
Ext. Lactuc~e, gr. xv.
iix, and divide into 12 pills. One, three or four times a day.
Expectorant in Bronchitis. —Dr. HOOPER.
2750.         R Pulv. Seminum Stramonii, gr. x.
Pulv. Camphorae, 3j.
Pulv. Sabins, 3v.
Ext. Senegse, Div.
Mix, and divide into 2-grain pills. Six to be taken three times a day.
In Rheumatism. —VGT.




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2751.         R Ext. Stramonii,
Ext. Opii Aquosi, aa gr. viij.
Zinci Oxidi, 3ij.
Excipientis, q. s.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 40 pills. One to eight in the
twenty-four hours,
In Neuralgiac.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2752.         R Tinct. Stramonii, wtxv.
Aquoe destillate, 7j.
Syrupi Limonum, ss.
Mix: make a draught. To be repeated every three hours, until the
pain is mitigated.
In Tic-douloutreux, Sciatica,   c. —Dr. NELIGAN.
2753.         R Extracti Sem. Stramonii, gr. xij.
Vini Antimonii,,ss.
Dissolve: ten drops to be taken every three hours in some infusion.
In Spasmodic Disorders. —    IUFELANDm
2754.           P Pulv. Sem. Stramonii, ~j.
SpiritUls rectf. Oj. Infuse, strain, and add
Opii, oJ'
Spiritus Camphorse, oij. Make a lotion.
For Rheumzatic Limbs.-PIERQUIN.
2755.        1R Ext. Stramon. fol. gr. iij.
Ext. Opii, gr. iss.
Aque Rosie, ~iv. Mix: make an eye-wash.
In Painful Affections of the Eye.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2756.         P Ext. Stramonii, 3ss.
Morph. Hydrochlor. gr. ivss.
Ovi unius, vitellum.
Mix, and make a liniment. (Pledgets of tow dipped in this to be applied to the painful hamorrhoidal tumors.)
For Ulcerated Piles.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
STYRAX.       Storax.
This is the concrete resinous juice of the Styrax offiinale,
a small tree belonging to the Nat. Ord. Styracee.     It resembles in action the balsams of Peru, Tolu, and Benzoin, but is
less frequently employed than any of these.    It is an aromatic
expectorant, and may be employed in chronic coughs and other
pulmonary affections.
Styrax preparata (L., E.) is a spirituous extract; dose, ten
grains to one scruple.
Pilule Styracis (E.) contain one part in four of Opium.




494         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Pilula Styracis composita (L.) contains one grain in five of
Opium. The Opium is, of course, the most active ingredient
in these two pills.
Syrupus Styracis (Giordano). Expectorant in doses of one
drachm to half an ounce.
2757.       R Styracis prseparatse,
Sodse Bicarb.
Extracti Hyoscyami,
Confect. Rosae, ana 3ss.
Mix: make a mass, and divide into 4-grain pills. Two, three times a
day.
In Chronic Bronchitis.
SUCCINUM. ACIDUM SUCCINICUM. Amber and Succinic Acid.
Amber is a yellow fossil resin, and its powder is sometimes
used in fumigations.  By distilling it, an oil and an acid in
crystals are obtained.  The Oleum Succini is sometimes used
internally as antispasmodic, in doses of five to ten minims.
But being an active rubefacient and stimulant externally, it is
chiefly used as an ingredient in liniments and embrocations.
It is thus employed in chronic rheumatism and paralysis. In
the form known as Roche's embrocation it is rubbed on the
chest in hooping-cough. This oil, acted on by strong nitric
acid, produces Artificial Musk.  It is also an ingredient in the
original Eau de Luce.  Succinic acid is sometimes given internally as an antispasmodic, in doses of five to eight grains.
Tinctura Succini (Paris Cod.): dose, forty drops to one
drachm.
Tinctura Succini tetherea (Beral), fifteen to thirty drops.
Tinctura Succini alkalina (Spielmann), twenty to forty
drops.
Balsamum Succini (Radius), and
linimentum   Olei Succini (Parrish), are used as antispasmodic frictions.
2758.      ]R Olei Succini,
Bals. Copaibse,
Terebinth. Venet. ana jj.
Mix. Take TrLx three times a day in any appropriate vehicle.
In Leucorrhcea, Gleet, Emissions, ce.-Dr. COPLAND.




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2759.        R Olei Succini, gtt. lxxx.
Pulv. Acacie,
Pulv. Saccbari, ana ass.
Tinct. Tolutanme, Vij.
AquA destillatse, giv.
Mix. Take fgss every second or third hour.
in Spasmodic Cough.-Dr. ELLIS (U. S.).
2760.     P1 Olei Succini, 3ij.
Linim. Saponis co. 5x.
Mix: make a liniment. (Similar to Roche's embrocation.) 3j, at a
time, to be rubbed into the back.
In Hooping-cough, sc.-Dr. HOOPER.?,761.     PR Olei Succi, gj.
Tinct. Opii, iiv. Mix: make a liniment.
In Neuralgia.-Dr. JoY.
2762.       1R Olei Succini, gss.
Tinct. Lyttme,.j.
Spirit. Rosmarini, giiiss.
Mix: make an embrocation. To be used at night.
As a Counter-irritant in Ophthalmia.-Mr. WHITE CooPER.
2763.        1 Spiritus Camphorae, ss.
Tinct. Opii,
Olei Succini, ana 3ij.
Olei Amygdalan, 3ss.
Mix: make a liniment. To be used night and morning.
Rubbed on the Chest in Hooping-cough.-Mr. SAVORY.
SULPHUR.       SULPHURETA.        Sulphur and Sulphurets.
Sulphur is well known under the various forms of Sulphur
sublimatum, S. lotum, and S. preecipitatum.    The latter is
commonly adulterated with sulphate of lime.  The Sulphurets
of Potassium, Sodium, and Calcium are used in medicine, as
well as those of Mercury and other metals.  When acted upon
by any acid, these compounds exhale sulphuretted hydrogen,
a gas having' the odor of rotten eggs. The same gas is contained in the water of sulphureous springs, as in that of Harrogate.  Sulphur, when burnt, produces Sulphurous acid, an
irritant and poisonous gas.
Sulphur is used internally as a laxative, being frequently
united with cream of tartar and other mild purgatives, and
often given in piles. Externally it is used as an ointment in
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496        THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
almost specific influence; but also in acne, porrigo, and other
cases. It is used sometimes in the form of a fumigation.  It
is given internally in small doses in the same skin disorders,
and as a deobstruent in affections of the liver. It is diaphoretic
and alterative. A combination of sulphur and oil is used to
stimulate unhealthy ulcers.
The Alkaline Sulphurets are employed as alteratives, and
as external applications, or baths, in the same disorders. By
adding an acid to one of them, sulphuretted hydrogen is produced. This gas is soluble to some extent in water. Taken
internally it is diaphoretic and alterative, being recommended
in uterine and liver affections, and skin diseases. In the latter
instance it may be applied to the whole surface in the form of
a bath.
The dose of Sulphur as an alterative is five to twenty grains
three times a day; as a purgative, one to three drachms. Either
of the alkaline sulphurets may be prescribed in doses of from
two to ten grains.
Confectio Sulphuris (D.), one to two drachms at night, for
haemorrhoids.
Potassii Ferro-sulphuretum (Ferrara P.), three to four grains.
Bolus Potassii Sulphureti (Brera), one every three hours
in mercurial salivation.
Pilulwe Potassii Sulphureti (Griffith), two to five several
times a day.
Electuarium Potassii Sulphuireti (Phebus), one drachm as
an alterative for children.
Syrupus Potassii Sulphureti (Paris Codex), one drachm for
croup in children.
The remainder are for external use, chiefly in scabies, herpes,
and other cutaneous diseases. The first two are applied to
ulcers.
Balsamum Sulphuris (L. 1824).
Bclsamun Suljphuris Terebinthinatum (Van Mons).
Unguentum Sulphuris (L., E., D.).
Unguentum Sulphuris compositum (L.).
Ceratum Sul2huris (Paris Codex).




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Lotio Potassii Sulphureti (Ellis).
Balneum Potassii Sulpthureti (Beral).
Unguentum Potassii Sulphureti (Alibert).
The prescriptions below are classified according to the chemical condition of the Sulphur which they contain.
The following contain the Sulphur in an uncombined state
(though in the Prescriptions 2768-2772 it will be liable to
combine to some extent with the alkali, or alkaline earth, given
with it).
2764.         P Sulphuris loti,
Pulv. Sacchari, ana 3ss.
Camphora rase, gr. vj.
Mix, and divide into 6 powders. One every hour.
In 3lercurial Cachexy.-RADIUS.
2765.         lf Flor. Sulphuris, 3j.
Pulv. Senm. Fomniculi, ij.
Pulv. Glycyrrhizaa, iv. Mix: a teaspoonful frequently.
In Catarrh.-PH(EBUS.
2766.             u Sulphuris sublimati, giss.
Sacchari non purif.
Potassae Bitartratis, ana 3ij.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken twice a day.
In Scabies, Impetigo, &c.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
2767.         I Flor. Sulphuris, sss.
Potassoe Nitratis, 3ij.
Potassne Bitartratis, 7j.
Pulv. Jalapae, 3ss.
Pulv. Cinnam. co. 3j.
Mix: make a powder. A teaspoonful every night, in some suitable
vehicle.
Ien Hecmorrhoids and Psora.-Dr. RYAN.
2768.        1] Sulphuris loti, 3ss.
Sodae Carb. sic. 3j.
Antim. Pot.-tart. gr. j.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken night and morning.
In Acne.-Dr. THOMAS.
2769.        51 Sulphuris sublimati,,j.
Sodae Bicarb. 3j.
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. v.
Mix: from r j to Dij in milk, at bedtime.
As a Laxative on Change of Life. —Dr. TILT.
2770.        l~ Sulphuris prsecipitati, gr. xv.
Magnesie, Dj.
Mix: to be taken at bedtime in a glass of milk or water.
Mild Aperient in Piles.-Dr. A. T HOMSON,




498           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2771.          R Sulphuris precip. gr. j.
Hyd. Chloridi, gr. iss.
Cretae prep. gr. v.
Syrupi, q. s. to make a pill. To be taken morning and
night.
In Tineca Oapitis.
2772.         If Sulphuris, 3j.
Magnesia, gr. xv.
Rub up with mucilage of gum arabic, and add
Mist. Amygdale, 3x.
Syrup. Zingiberis, 3ss. Make a cathartic draught.
Dr. PARIS.
2773.            S Sulphuris pracipitati, 3ij.
Aqupe Foeniculi,.iij.
AqueE Cinnamomi, j.
Syrupi Opii, ass. Mix: take fiss every second hour.
In Diabetes Mellitus.-AUGUSTIN.
2774.          R Sulphuris sublimati, 3ss.
Potassm Bitartratis, 3iss.
Confect. Sennee,.j.
Syrupi, q. s.
Mix: make an electuary. A teaspoonful at bedtime.
In Piles.-Dr. W. AINSLIE.
2775.          1 Potassme Bitart. Mss.
Sulphuris, ~j.
Confect. Piperis nig. 3ij.
Olei Carui, mnvj.
Theriacm,.iij.
Mix: make an electuary. A teaspoonful twice a day.
In Haemorrhoids.-Dr. JoY.
2776.          B Sulphuris,;j.
Acid. Sulph. 3j.
Axungioe, ij.
Mix: make an ointment. (One-fourth to be rubbed upon the body night
and morning.)
In Scabies.-Dr. A. T. T HOMSON.
2777.    P     R Picis liquidoe, giv.
Cere flavue, ~ss.
Dissolve by a slow heat, and, before cooling, add, while stirring,
Sulphuris, ~j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Porrigo Scutulata, Impetigo Pavosa, &c.-Dr. JoY.
2778.         1] Sulphuris sublimati,
Ung. Picis liquidae, ana ~iss.
Saponis mollis,
Ammoniee Muriatis, ana 5ss. Mix: make an ointment.
In Porrigo. —Dr. CHAPMAN.




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2779.         R, Sulphuris, ~ss.
Evaporate upon a heated metallic dish in a close place, so that the
vapor shall reach the affected parts.
For a Fumigation in Itch and other Skin Diseases.
Dr. BURGESS.
The following prescriptions give Sulphur in combination with
Potash and Soda, or their metallic bases:
2780.         R Potassii Sulphureti, gr. xl.
Aqume destillatse, vj.
Syrupi Hemidesmi, Pij.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful three or four times a day.
In Troublesome Cutaneous Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2781.         1 Potassii Sulphureti, aj.
Potasss Carbonatis, gr. x.
Aqu.e Menthae pip.,ij.
Syrupi Croci, gj.
Mix: a tablespoonful every second hour.
In Cutaneous Diiseases.-PIHEBUS.
2782.         3 Potassii Sulphureti, 3iss.
Potassae Bicarb. gr. x.
Olei Menthre pip. gtt. ij.
Syrupi Aurantii, Pij.
Mucilag. 3j. Mix: a teaspoonful every second hour.
Alterative in Scrofula.-Lo    CKSTAEDT.
2783.         R Sodge purse (prepared with alcohol), 3j.
Aque destillat-e, 3v. Liquefy by a slow heat, and add
Sulphuris puri, as much as will be dissolved.
l3 Liquoris, gj.
Syrupi, xxxj.
Mix well, in a well-stoppered vessel. (Dose, 3j-3ij for infants, 3j-,iij
for adults.)
Dr. COPLAND.
2784.      P     Potassse Sulphureti (recentis), 3j.
Aquae destillata%, iij.
Mix: make a lotion. To be used once a day.
In Pityriasis Capitis.-Mr. WINZAR.
2785.     ]      Sulphuris sublimati, 3ij.
Potassse Subcarb. 3j.
Aqute, gxvj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Prurigo.-Dr. BURGESS.
2786.         1 Potassii Sulphureti,
Saponis, ana 3ij.
Spirit. rectif. ~j. Mix: make a lotion.
In Scabies and Porrigo Favosa.-Dr. HOOPER.




500           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2787.          R Potassi Sulphureti,
Saponis albi, ana 3ij.
Liquor. Calcis, ~vij.
Spirit. rect. 3j. Mix: make a lotion.
_I  Porrigo Favosa and Psora.-Dr. JOY.
2788.            Sulphuris, gv.
Potassa Carb. 5ij.
Aque, ~j.
Olei Olive, ~iv.
Dissolve the potassa in the water, then add the sulphur. Make a liniment.
In Psora. —SPITAL ST. Louis.
2789.         R Sulphuris sublimati, ~ss.
Potassae Subcarb. 3ij.
Axungiae, ij.
Mix: make an ointment. A fourth part to be rubbed into the affected
parts night and morning.
In Scabies.-HELMERICH.
2790.         1 Sodii Sulphureti, 3iij.
Saponis Hispanici, ss.
Spiritus rectificati, 3ij.
Aqum Calcis, Oj.
Mix: make a lotion. To be used twice a day.
In Chronic Eczema of the Scalp.-BIETT.
2791.         l Magnes. Sulph. gss.
Potassre Supertart..j.
Potassii Sulphuret. 3j.
Rub up together, and dissolve in a gallon of water; for a bath.
Sulpzhur Bath in Skin Disease, &c.-Dr. COPLAND.
2792.         B Pulv. Sulphuris,
Sodas Hyposulphitis, ana 5ij.
Aquoe pluvialis, cong. xxx (heated to 86~ Fahr.).
Dissolve: make a sulphur bath.
In Scaly Diseases of the Skin.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2793.         R Potass. Sulphureti, ~ij-5iv.
Aqure communis, lbc-lbcc. Dissolve, and add
Icthyocollt, lbj-lbij, dissolved in 10b boiling water.
Sulphur and Gelatine Bath in Skin _Diseases, ec.
DUPUYTREN.
In the two lotions below, sulphuretted hydrogen and sulphurous acid gases are employed in solution.
2794.         Kc Potassii Sulphuret.'iv.
Acidi Sulphurici, ss.
Aque,,xxxij. Mix: make a lotion.
In Scabies.-M. DUPUYTREN.




THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.               501
2795.        PR Aquse saturated with sulphurous acid, oij.
Aquse purne, viij.
Mix: make a lotion. To be constantly applied to the scalp.
In Tinea Pavosa.-Dr. W. JENNER.
SULPHURIS CARBURETUM.                Carburet of Sulphur.
SupAhuret of Carbon.
This is a light, colorless, volatile, inflammable fluid, with a
penetrating odor, and tastes at first cool, afterward warm and
acrid. It dissolves in spirits, but not in water. It is a solvent
for camphor, sulphur, and phosphorus.    It is a diffusible stimulant, diaphoretic, and emmenagogue.    In large doses it is a
dangerous narcotic.   It was first used in medicine by Lampadius. It is chiefly employed as a sudorific in rheumatism. It
is also used externally as an embrocation to rheumatic joints,
and to the abdomen in after-pains.    It is an anssthetic when
inhaled.  Dose, two to five drops.
2796.        SR Sulphuris Carbureti, 3j.
Alcoholis, ass.
Dissolve. 4-6 drops every two hours.
In Rheumatism.-WUTZER.
2797.    ]    R Sulphuris Carbureti, 3ij.
-Etheris Sulph. gj.
Dissolve. A few drops to be taken on sugar.
LAMPADIUS.
2798.         R Sulphuris Carbureti, Dj.
Lactis vaccin. =vj.
Sacchari,,ij.
Mix: a tablespoonful four or more times a day.
In Hypertrophy of the Stomzach.-CLARUS.
2799.        R Sulphuris Carbureti, ~ss.
01. Amygd. dulcis, 3j. Mix: make a liniment..For old Gouty NVodes.-MANSFIELD and OTTO.
2800.        RS Sulphuris Carbureti, 3iij.
Olei Oliva, seu
Lin. Ammon. co. ~ij. Mix: make a liniment.
In Rheumatism.-WUTZER.
2801.        R Camphorso, 3ij. Dissolve in
Sulphuris Carbureti, ass, and add
Alcoholis, ~j. Mix: make a liniment.
In Chronic Rheumatism. —   LAMPADIUS.




502         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
SULPHURIS IODIDUM.           Iodide of Sulphur.
This is used chiefly as an external application in various
cutaneous affections, as in impetigo, prurigo, porrigo, and scrofulous eruptions.  Its powder has been given internally in the
same affections in one and a half grain doses. The inhalation
of the vapor of this substance has been recommended in humoral asthma by Dr. Copland.
Unguentum    Sulphuris Ioidid  (L.).   May be varied in
strength according to circumstances.
2802.       1R Pulv. Sulphuris Iodidi, gr. x.
Pulv. Acacioe, ss.
Mix, and divide into G powders. One, night and morning.
In Skin Diseases and Incontinence of Urine.-ESCOLAR.
2803.   P    1 Sulphuris Iodidi, Dj-gss.
Axungise, ^j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Acne, Prurigo, and the Scaly Diseases. —Dr. BURGESS.
2804.          S Sulphuris, gss-giss.
Iodinii, -j-3j. Mix: make a powder.
To be employed as a Fumigation in Skin Diseases, one-twelfth
part at a time.                        Dr. HOOPER.
SUMBUL.
This is a root obtained lately from Central Asia, the produce
of an unknown plant (probably of the order Umbellifere).   It
is in yellowish gray fragments, resembling pieces of inferior
rhubarb.  It has a strong musky smell, and contains a volatile
oil. It is stimulant and antispasmodic. It has been used in
asthma, hysteria, and epilepsy.   The dose of the powder is
from ten to thirty grains.
Tinctura Sumbulis (Lane): dose, ten drops to one drachm.
Tinctura SuCmbulis setherea (Lane), ten drops to one drachm.
2805.        Ad Tinct. Sumbul.,j.
Mist. Camph. co. 3xj.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
In _Epilepsy and hysteria.-Mr. SAVORY.
2806.       BP Tinct. Sumbul. rtxxx.
Ext. Cotyledon. umbil. 3j.
Aque purse, ad kiss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In some forms of.Epilepsy.-Dr. TODD.




THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                503
TABACUM.        Tobacco.
The leaves of the common Tobacco plant, sicotiana Tabacum
(Nat. Ord. Solanacex), are indebted for their peculiar properties
to the presence in them of a volatile alkaloid, Nicotia, and also
of an oil. Tobacco, given internally, acts as a narcotic and
sedative, producing sickness and depression of the action of
the heart. It is poisonous in large doses, and causes death by
convulsions. It is too dangerous for general use. It has been
given as an antispasmodic, to relax the muscular system, in
hernia, constipation, and colic. It is slightly diuretic. It has
been frequently administered by enema in cases of spasm and
constriction of the bowels. Smoking tobacco has been found
useful in preventing the fits of spasmodic asthma. The dose
of powdered tobacco is from one to five grains.
Vinum Tabaci (E.) may be given internally in doses of ten
to forty minims.
_Enema Tabaci (L., E., D.) must be employed with great
caution.
Infusum   Tabaci (U. S.) is likewise used as an enema.
Unguentum Tabaci (U. S.) is applied to ulcers and eruptions of the head.
2807.        i3 Pulv. Tabaci, gr. ij.
Tartari Emetici, gr. j.
Pulv. Sacchari, 3ij.
Pulv. Acacie, 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 20 powders. One every second hour.
In fBooping-coughl.-PETSCHAFT.
2808.       QB Extr. Tabaci, 3j.
Extr. Glycyrrhiz e,j.
Aceti Scille, q. s. to form a mass: to be divided into 180
pills. 1-3 for a dose.
In Dropsy.-VAN MONs.
2809.       1B Tabaci foliorum, iij.
Aquae ferventis, lbiv.
Mix: macerate for half an hour. A fomentation for the abdomen. (To
be continued until dizziness or nausea supervene.)
In Acute Dysentery, Lead Colic, &c.-Dr. JoYo




504          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2810.         R Tabaci,.ij.
Aqum purae, Oj. Boil to half a pint, and to the strained
liquor, add
Potassme Subcarb. 5j.
Make a lotion: to be used frequently.
In Scald Head. —Dr. THOMAS.
2811.         P Tabaci foliorum, ~j.
Axungise porcints, lbj.
Melt together, and simmer until the leaves become friable, then express.
AMST. PHARIM.
TAMARINDU S.        cTamarind.
This is the preserved fruit of the Tamarindus Indica, cultivated in the East and West Indies (Nat. Ord. Leguminose). It
has a sweet sickly taste, and is used in medicine as a laxative.
It may be made into a drink with milk, or, combined with other
substances, into a confection. Tamarind whey forms an agreeable cooling drink in fevers.
Tamarindus prweparatus (L.) consists of the finer parts of
the pulp.
Infusum Tarmarindi (Cottereau), and
Lac Tamarindi (Foy), are used as cooling drinks in fevers.
2812.         R Tamarindi pulp, gij.
Aquse ferventis, lbij.
Mix: macerate for a quarter of an hour. To be used as a common
drink.
In Inflammatory Affections, wzhere a yentle Aperient effect is
required.                                     Dr. JOY.
2813.         R Pulpm Tamarindorum, 3iv-3vj.
Potassse Nitratis, 5ii-3iij.
Seri Lactis, Oiiss. Mix: every two hours a coffeecupful.
Febrifuge.-STOLL.
2814.        13 Manne,
Conserv. Tamarind. anan iss.
Seri Lactis, lbiss.
Digest, and strain. A wineglassful frequently.
Febrifuge drink.-Dr. COPLAND.
2815.        J1 Pulpce Tamarindi, giss.
Cremoris Tartari, oss.
Syrupi Rubi Idai, q. s. to make an electuary. Take 3ij
night and morning.
Lacxative.-RADIUS.




THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  505
TANACETUM.        Tansy.
The native Tanacetum vulgare has large yellow heads of
flowers, and finely divided leaves.  The whole plant has a
peculiar smell, and bitter aromatic taste.  It belongs to the
Nat. Ord. Comnposite. It is employed as a stimulant tonic, and
occasionally as an anthelmintic.  Dose of the dried leaves, ten
grains to one drachm.
Infusum Tanaceti (Niemann): dose, one to one and a half
ounce.  Used also as an injection for ascarides.
Extractum Tanaceti (Giordano), six grains to one scruple.
Oleum Tanaceti (Guibourt), one to five minims.
2816.       01 Olei Tanaceti, Dj.
Extr. Juglandis, 3ij.
Pulv. Althase, q. s. to make 60 pills. Three to five every
second hour.
Vermifuge. —RADIus.
2817.        R Infusi Tanaceti, hiss.
Decoct. Geoffroyse, ass.
Syrup. Zingib. 3j. Mix: make a draught.
Anthelmintic for Lutnbriei. —Dr. NELIGAN.
2818.       ]R Tanaceti,
Absinthii, ana ass.
Valerian. rad. contrit.
Corticis Aurantii, ana 3ij.
Aquse ferventis, gviij.
Infuse for an hour, and make an enema. To be used morning and
evening.
Por Ascarides.-Dr. HOOPER.
TARAXACUM.
The root of the common Dandelion, Taraxacum Dens leonis
(Nat. Ord. Composite), is slightly tonic, alterative, diaphoretic,
and diuretic.  It is used as a resolvent in various affections of
the liver.  Its action is somewhat like that of sarsaparilla. It
is given in dyspepsia, in dropsy, in skin diseases, and cachectic
disorders. The root should be used fresh, the juice being obtained by simple pressure, and then at once evaporated to an
extract, or some weak spirit and water first added.
Extractum Taraxaci (L., E.), ten grains to half a drachm.
Extractum Taraxacifluidum (Hooper), one to two drachms.
Decoctum Taraxaci (L., E.), one and a half to two ounces.
33




506           THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Pilnule Taraxaci (Ellis): dose, one three times a day.
Pilulle Taraxaci cum     ycdrargyro (Ellis), one three times a
day.
Mistura Taraxaci (Richter), one ounce every three hours.
2819.          R Extr. Taraxaci,
Saponis, ana,j.
Potassxs Acetatis liquide, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 4-grain pills. From four to six during the day.
Diuretic.-ST. MARIE.
2820.          R Pil. Hydrarg. gr. iv.
Pulv. Aloes, gr. j.
Extr. Taraxaci, gr. v.
Mix: make 2 pills. To be taken at bedtime.
In Bilious Dyspepsia.-Dr. Ross.
2821.          R Liquoris Taraxaci,,j.
Decocti Sarsse co.
Liquoris Calcis, ana 3iiiss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Arnenorrhoea.-Dr. RIGBY.
2822.         I3 Extr. Taraxaci fluidi,
Extr. Sarse fluidi,
Tinct. Calumbae, ana,ij.
A dessertspoonful three times a day in a wineglassful of infusion of
chamomile.
Dr. BRIGHT.
2823.         I~ Extr. Taraxaci, 3j.
Sodse Carbonatis; 5ss.
Tinct. Cardam. co. gss.
Infusi Calumbme, gij.
Aqux Pimente, 3iiiss.
Mix: make a mixture. One-sixth part for a dose.
Chronic Affections of the Liver.-Dr. HOOPER.
2824.:   ]       Extr. Taraxaci, 3iij.
Extr. Gentiane, 3j.
SodT Subcarb. 3j.
Aquaw Aurantii, Svij.
Spirit. AEth. Sulph. co.
Syrupi Rose, ana 3ss.
Mix: from f~j to fVjss three times a day.
Tonic and Deobstruent.-Dr. COPLAND.
2825.          R Extr. Taraxaci, 3iv.
Aquxe calidae,,viiss.
Magnes. Sulph. 3vj.
Tinct. Rhei, 3ij.
Tinct. Zingib. 3iiss.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls night and morning. (The
evening dose to be accompanied with a purgative pill.)
In Congestion of the Liver.-Mr. C. HOGG.




THE   BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                 507
2826.         R Sulph. Magnes. gij.
Sp. Amm. arom. ^j.
Sp. Card. co. ~iss.
Infus. Gent. co. Piiss.
Infus. Senne co. ~vj.
Extr. Taraxaci, ~ss.
Mix. A wineglassful every morning, with two purgative pills at night.
In Bilious Dyspepsia. —Dr. Ross.
2827.         R Extr. Taraxaci, 3ij.
Potass3 Bicarb. 3j.
Spirit. Ammon. arom. 3ij.
Tinct. Calumbse, ~ss.
Tinct. Aurantii, 3iij.
Aquat, vij. Mix: two tablespoonfuls twice a day.
Dr. MELSOM.
2828.         R Rad. Taraxaci, giv.
Potassae Supertart.
Sodoe Boratis, ana ass.
Aquas, lbiij, or boil to lbj and add, as there may be occasion,
Spirit. ]Eth. Nit. vel
Tinct. Scillse, vel
Spirit. Junip. co. vel
Oxymel Scills.
Dr. COPLAND.
2829.          ]P Rad. Taraxaci,
Herbhe Fumarie,
Fol. Sisymb. Nasturt.
Fol. ChL.rophylli sylv. ana jj. Cut up the whole well
together, and add
Seri Lactis, ~xxxij. Boil for six minutes, and afterward
macerate until cooled; then strain. To the strained
liquor, add
Potassa et Sode Tart. 3ss-3vj.
Mellis optimi, jj.
Mix: two, three, or four wineglassfuls during the day.
Deobstrztent Decoction. —VAN SWIETEN.
TEREBINTHINEA          OLEUM.       Oil of Turpentine.
This is obtained by distilling common Turpentine, the resinous exudation of many trees of the Pine tribe (Nat. Ord.
Coniferxe), growing both in the new and old worlds. Its properties are well known.    In its action on the system it is stimulant, diaphoretic, diuretic, purgative, and anthelmintic.    Externally it is a rubefacient.  It is also given as an astringent.
As an anthelmintic it should be given in a large dose, and
generally combined with castor oil; for if it fail to purge, it




508         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
may produce dysuria and other unpleasant consequences, in
attempting to leave the system  by means of the kidneys.  As
a purgative it is highly useful in cases of tympanitic distention
of the abdomen, and is employed in the acute stage of puerperal fever. In small doses it is given in many different diseases. Thus it is prescribed in dropsy and suppression of
urine, to act as a diuretic; as a stimulant to the nervous system in neuralgia and epilepsy; as an astringent in various
cases of internal bleeding, and to check the mucous discharge
in gonorrhoea and leucorrhoea; also given in inflammation of
the eye by Mr. Guthrie and others. The ordinary dose of Oil
of Turpentine as a stimulant and diuretic is from ten to thirty
minims; as a cathartic or vermifuge, half an ounce to two
ounces, generally combined with castor oil.  It may be given
suspended in mucilage, or with yolk of egg.
Confectio Terebinthine (D.), half an ounce to four ounces,
as an anthelmintic.
Mistura Terebinthinw (Franks), half an ounce every three
hours until it operates.
Linimentum   Terebinthine (L., E., D.) is applied on lint to
burnt and scalded surfaces.
Enema Terebinthinee (L., E., D.) is an efficient antispasmodic in cases of tympanitis, and also a vermifuge.
In the following prescriptions, Oil of Turpentine is given in
small doses as a stimulant diuretic, or antihaemorrhagic:
2830.       IR Olei Terebinth. 3ij.
Atheris Sulphurici, 3iij.
Mix. Take f3ss three times a day in some vehicle.
To facilitate the passage of Gall-stones. —Dr. DAY.
2831.        R3 Olei Terebinth. 3j.
Ovi vitellum unius,
Sacchari, ass.
Aquas, liv. Mix: one-fourth for a dose.
Stimulant in Chronic Rheumatisn. —Dr. HOOPER.
2832.        R Terebinth. Olei, MLx-xx.
Mellis despumat. 3ij.
Tinct. Scillae, nx.
Pulv. Cinnam. co. q. s. to make an electuary.
To be taken twice a day.
Diuretic. —Dr. PARIS.




THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  509
2833.          R Olei Terebinth. 3ss.
Mellis, gj.
Pulv. TragacanthTe, 3ij.
Tinct. Lavand. co. ass.
Aquue, giv. Mix. One-fourth part for a dose.
Stimulant.-Dr. HOOPER.
2834.         f Olei Terebinth. 1Txxx.
Mucilaginis, gss.
Sods Bicarb. Dss.
AquTe destil. ~j. Mix: make a draught.
In Rheumatism, Rheumatic Ophthalmia, Iritis, &c.
Dr. DRUITT.
2835.         I Spirit. Terebinth.
Spirit. 2Eth. Nitrici, ana 3iij.
Mist. Camphor3e, ~ss.
Tinct. Lavand. co. 3ij.
Mix: a teaspoonful every four hours in a wineglassful of water.
In Typhus Fever.-Mr. J. LAIRD.
2836.          [ Olei Terebinth. rect. 3j.
Vitellum Ovi unius. Rub up together, and add gradually
Mist. Amygd. iiv.
Syrupi Aurantii, oij.
Tinct. Lavand. co. 3iv.
Olei Cinnam. niv.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day.
In Iritis and Chronic Rlheumatism. —Dr. JOY.
2837.         I Olei Terebinth. rect. 5ss.
Aquae Cinnam. ~j.
Olei Limonis, gtt. iv.
Syrupi simp. oss. Mix: from f3j to f3ij every third hour.
In protracted Diarrhoea and Flatulence in Children.
Drs. EVANSON and MAUNSELL.
2838.         IJ Olei Terebinth. rLxx-lx.
Decoct. Uve Ursi, giss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three or four times a day.
In zHematuria.-Dr. T. SMITH.
2839.       -     Olei Terebinth. qlxv.
Aquae Menth. pip.,j.
Mix: make a draught. To be repeated in four hours.
In Internal passive HEemorrhages.-Dr. JoY.
2840.         PX Olei Terebinth. Tlxxv-xl.
Mucilag. Acaciae, 3vij.
Spirit. Lavand. co. 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every fourth, sixth, or eighth hour.
In protracted Menorrhagia.-Dr. ASHWELL.




510           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2841.          R Infusi Rosao, gvij.
Magnesike Sulphatis, 3vj.
Mann.s, 3iv.
Olei Terebinth. 3iss.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls every four hours.
In Hemoptysis, Hiezmatemesis, fc. —Dr. SMITH.
2842.          R Olei Terebinth. 3x.
Magnesix Sulph. gj.
Pulv. Uvas Ursi, 3j.
Mist. Camphorse, viij.
Mix: two tablespoonfuls every second hour.
In Heematuria. —Dr. SMITH.
2843.         R1 Olei Terebinth. 3ij.
Mist. Acacis,.ij.
Inf. Matico, vel
Aquae Cinnam. giv.
Tinct. Capsici, nTxxx.
Mix: make a mixture. Take f j, as occasion requires.
In HIaemoptysis. —Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
2844.         13 Olei Terebinth. gss.
Olei Ricini, 5j.
Mucilaginis,
Sacchari, ana q. s.
Olei Caryophylli, gtt. iv.
Aqua3 destill. ~viij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two or three spoonfuls two or three times a
day.
In Purpura IRiemorrhagica. —Mr. W. SMITH.
2845.          R Olei Terebinth. 3ss.
Tinct. Kino,
Syrupi Zingib. ana 3j.
Aquoe Cinnam.
Aquae mollis, ana 3iij.
Mist. Acacike, q. s. to mix well together.
Make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
To restrain Heemorrhage from      Piles.-Dr. OKE.
2846.          R Olei Olivm, 3vj.
Olei Terebinth. ~ij.
Cerae flava, jj.
Bals. Peruv. 3ij.
Camphorme rasas, 3iss.
Dissolve the oil, turpentine, and wax; then add the rest. (Nearly the
same as the Balsam of Chiron, a long-celebrated medicine.) Dose,
gr. x-3ss.
In HKemorrhages and Fluxes.




THE    BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                  511
2847.        1R Olei Terebinth. part. ij, and add, drop by drop,
Acidi Sulph. part. iss, heated in a glass vessel by means
of the sand bath. To the cooled liquor, add gradually
Alcoholis, part. viij.
Macerate for seven days. (Dose, 3ss-3j in some fit vehicle.)
Astringent Balsam for lelmorrhagie Diseases.-Dr. COPLAND.
In the following it is given in large or cathartic doses, in
tympanitis, or as a vermifuge:
2848.         R Olei Terebinth. ~j.
Olei Amygd. dulcis, ass.
Mix: make a draught. (To be repeated in five minutes if the symptoms are urgent.)
In Uterine Hecmorrhage.-Mr. J. GRIFFITH.
2849.         IR Ricini Olei,
Terebinth. Olei,
Mist. Acacie,
AquA Menth. pip. ana ~ss. Mix: make a draught.
Tape-worm, and Tympanitis.-Dr. HOOPER.
2850.         1 Olei Terebinth.
Olei Ricini, ana 3iij.
Olei Cajuputi,'wTvj.
Magnesias Calcinatms, 3j.
AqueM Menth. pip. giss. Mix: make a draught.
To combat Tympganitis in Typhoid Fever.-Dr. JoY.
The two next are examples of Turpentine Enemata.
2851.         R Olei Terebinth. gj.
Pulv. Acacie, q.s. s. Mix, and add
Decocti Hordei, 3xix. Make an enema.
In Distention of the Abdomen with Gas. —Dr. HOOPER.
2852.         R Olei Terebinth. ~j.
Olei Olive, 3iss.
Camphorme rasse, gr. xx.
Decoct. Avene, ~viij. Mix: make an enema.
In Hysterical Tympanitis, fc.-Dr. COPLAND.
In the remainder, Turpentine is prescribed as an external
application.
2853.         R Cerat. Plumbi co. ~j.
Olei Terebinth. 5ss.
Mix: make an ointment. (To be applied in a semi-fluid state with a
feather.)
In Ecthyma.-Dr. NELIGAN.




512          THE   BOOK   OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2854.         R Olei Terebinth. 3j.
Olei Amygd. gtt. xij.
Axungie, ~j. Mix: make an ointment.
In Scabies.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2855.         1 Olei Terebinth. 5iij.
Linim. Camph. co.
Linim. Saponis, ana gss. Mix: make an liniment.
For Chilblains.-Dr. THOMAS.
2856.          1 Olei Terebinth. gss.
Acidi Sulphurici,.iss.
Olei Olivas, giss.
Mix: make a liniment. (Similar to Pearson's Liniment.)
Chronic Rheumatism, fc.-Dr. HOOPER.
2857.         I Liq. Ammonine,,ss.
Olei Olivse, ~j.
Olei Terebinth. gss.
Olei Limonis, 3ss.
Agitate together until mixed. Make a liniment.
Dr. COPLAND.
2858..R Terebinth. Olei, 5iij.
Acid. Acet. fort. 3ss.
AquTe Rosse, 3iss.
Olei Limonis, wtv.
Ovi Vitelli, q. s.
Mix: make a liniment for the chest. (An imitation of the celebrated
liniment of St. John Long.)
In Asthma.-Dr. GRAVES.
TEREBINTHINA         CHIA.     Chio Turpentine.
This is a semi-fluid resin obtained from the Pistacia Terebinthus (Nat. Ord. Terebinthacee).   It contains a considerable
quantity of a fragrant volatile oil, and resembles Oil of Turpentine in its action on the urinary and other organs, and in
its power of checking mucous fluxes.
Dose, ten to thirty grains, or more, three times a day, made
into pills with powdered gum arabic or liquorice root; or given
in emulsion with yolk of egg or tragacanth mucilage.
2859.         R Terebinth. Chice, gr. v.
Saponis duri, gr. iv.
Pulv. Calumbse, q. s. to make 2 pills.
D)iuretic.-Dr. HOOPER.




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2860.         R Terebinth. Chiensis,
Spermaceti, ana 3ij.
Pulv. Myrrhse, 3j.
Olibani pulv. q. s. to make 70 pills. One or two, every
third or fourth hour.
In Bronchial Affections, Dc.-Dr. COPLAND.
TEREBINTIINA          VENETA.       Venice Turpentine.
This is a fluid Turpentine obtained from     the Larch, Larix
EIuropeY a (Nat. Ord. Coniferte).   It is similar in action to Oil
of Turpentine, and may be used in gonorrhoea and other fluxes.
It is sometimes used to form a purgative clyster in colic or
obstinate constipation.   Dose, ten to thirty grains three times
a day, made up as the last.
2861.         R Terebinth. Venetke, gij.
Extr. Rhei, 3iij.
Camphor-e, 3ij.
Mix, and divide into 4-grain pills. Three, three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea and Leucorrhoea.-ST. MARIE.
2862.          f Terebinthinse, gss.
Balsam. Tolut. 3ss.
Gum. Ammoniac. 3j.
Ext. Opii Aquosi, gr. vj.
Excipientis, q. s.
Mix, and divide into 80 pills. Five, every day.
For Catarrh of the Bronchi or Bladder.
TROUSSEAU and IEVEIL.
2863.        PR Terebinth. Venete,
Cetacei, ana ass.
Pulv. Myrrhre, 3ij.
Pulv. Olibani, q. s. to make 3-grain pills. One every three
hours.
In Chronic Catarrh.-CADET.
2864.         R Terebinth. Venetse, 3j-3iss.
Vitelli ovorum, q. s. Mix, and add
Aquoe Menth. pip. givss.
Mix: one or two spoonfuls, as occasion requires.
Against Worms, and Chronic Affections of the Mucous Surfaces.                                        CLOSSIUS.
2865.         R Terebinth. Venetme, 5ss.
Vitelli Ovi unius,
Infusi Lini,:x.
Olei Napi sylv. gj. Mix: make an enema.
In Colic and obstinate Constipation.-NosocoM. EDIN.




514        THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
THEA.    Tea.
The best teas, both black and green, are derived from Thea
Viridis (Nat. Ord. Theacee), a plant of Northern China. Besides its use as a daily beverage, infusion of tea may be employed as a pleasant vehicle for many other medicines. Containing some Tannin, it has been occasionally used for its mild
astringent properties.
2866.       R Infusi Then viridis, gvj.
Liq. Plumbi diacet. TLxij. Mix: make an injection.
In Gaonorrhoea. —Dr. THOMAS.
THUS..Frankincense.   See Pix BURGUNDICA.
TIGLII OLEUM.       Croton Oil.
This oil is expressed from the seeds of the Croton Tiglium
(Nat. Ord. _Euphorbiacee), a plant which grows in the East and
West Indies. Croton oil, like Castor oil, is soluble in alcohol.
It is very acrid. It is used externally as a counter-irritant.
Rubbed on the skin it produces redness, followed by a pustular
eruption. Given internally it is a most powerful drastic cathartic,
excelled in activity by none but Elaterium. Large doses may
cause death with choleraic symptoms. It is a hydragogue, and
often increases the urine. It is generally very speedy in action,
but it is not certain. It is used in very obstinate constipation,
in dropsy, and in apoplexy or paralysis where a speedy irritant
action on the intestines is desired. In lock-jaw or mania, when
the patient cannot or will not swallow, it will produce catharsis
if a few drops are placed on the tongue. It is employed as a
counter-irritant in inflammations of the chest. Dose, for an
adult, one or two drops.
Sapo COrotonis (Foy): dose, one to three grains.
Pilule Crotonis (Reece), one for a dose.
Trochisci Crotonis (Soubeiran), six contain one drop.
Tinctura Crotonis (Soubeiran): dose., fifteen to twenty-five
drops.
Mistura Crotonis (Ellis), one drachm every hour until it
operates,




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Linimentur  n Crotonis (D.) is used as a counter-irritant, as
also are the following:
Ceratum (rotonis (Caventou).
Empnlastrum Crotonis (Bouchardat).
Unguentum    Crotonis (Ainslie).
2867.    P    1 Olei Tiglii, gtt. v.
Saponis,
Pulv. AcaciTe, ana 3j.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills. One to three for a dose.
SUNDELIN.
2868.         R Tiglii Olei, ntLij.
Olei Caryophylli, mLj.
Micte panis, q. s. to make a pill. To be taken immediately,
and to be repeated after the lapse of two hours, unless
it has operated.
Dr. PARIS.
2869.         iR Olei Tiglii, rLj.
Pulv. Aloes, q. s. to make a pill.
Dr. HOOPER.
2870.         R Olei Tiglii, gtt. iij.
Pil. Colocynth. co. 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One, every three hours.
In Colic.-Dr. R. B. TODD.
2871.          R Olei Tiglii, nLj.
Extr. Colocynth. co. gr. v.
Pulv. Rhei, q. s. Mix, and divide into 2 pills.
Dr. HOOPER.
2872.         R Extr. Colocynth. co. 3j.
Olei Crotonis, mLvj.
Olei Menth. pip.,Lv.
Mix: make 12 pills. One, for a dose.
In obstinate Constipation.-Dro RYAN.
2873.        PR Olei Tiglii, rtij.
Pil. Coloc. co. Dj.
Pil. Galbani co. Dij.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. Three, at night.
In Facial Neuralgia.-Dr. GREGORY.
2874.         R Saponis Crotonis, gr. vj.
Calomelanos, gr. xxx.
Pil. Coloc. et Hyoscyam. gr. xxiv.
Mix: divide into 12 pills. One, three times a day.
Cathartic in Spasmodic Diseases.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2875..        P Pulv. Opii, gr. iij.
Olei Crotonis, gtt. v. Mix: make a pill.
In Asiatic Cholera when a draught (see 2880) cannot be given
on account of the vomiting.            Dr. McGREGOR.




516           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2876.         R Olei Tiglii, ntj.
Hydrarg. Chloridi, gr. iij.
Extr. Anthemidis, gr. v.
Syrupi, q. s.
Make 2 pills. One or two, every other morning.
In Epilepsy.-Dr. THOMAS.
2877.          R Olei Tiglii, gtt. ij.
Mucil. Acacia, Vij.
Aquas, ~j. Mix: a fourth part every four hours.
Dr. DUNGLISON.
2878.      ]      Olei Crotonis, gtt. iij.
Olei Amygd.,ss.
Pulv. Acaci-e, ij. Rub up well, and add gradually
Syrupi flor. Auranlii,,j.
Aquoe Anthemidis,.v.
Mix: a tablespoonful to be given every two hours until it operates.
PHcEBUS.
2879.          1 Olei Crotonis, gtt. iij.
Pulv. Acacise, gr. iij. Rub up together, and add
Syrup. simp. 3ss.
Infus. Anthemidis, giij. Mix: in one or two doses.
Strong Purge.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2880.          R Olei Crotonis, gtt. v.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3j.
Pulv. Opii, gr. v.
Pulv. Acacia, 3ss.
Aquae, giss.
Mix, and make a draught. To be taken immediately.
In Asiatic Colera.-Dr. McGREGOR.
2881.          R Olei Crotonis Tiglii, 3iij.
Olei Olivse, 3v.
Mix: make a liniment. To be rubbed into the side at bedtime.
Dr. G. BURROWS.
2882.         1 Olei Tiglii, ltxx.
Lin. Camph. co.;j.
Mix: 3ij rubbed over the fore part of the neck night and morning until
a full crop of pimples appear.
In Aphonia.-Dr. GRAVES.
2883.         1R Tiglii Olei, Mrx.
Linim. Saponis, 3j.
Tinct. Opii, Sss. Mix, and make a liniment.
Irritant in Chest Affections, &c.-Dr. HOOPER.
2884.         IR Olei Crotonis, 3iss.
01. Cajuputi, 3j.
Olei Olivae, 3x.
Mix. Five minutes' friction night and morning over the epigastric
region.
In Chronic Inflammatory Dyspepsia. —Dr. Ross.




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2885.        R Tiglii Olei, nLx.
Adipis, ss.
Mix: make an ointment. The size of a nut to be rubbed in two or
three times a day until an.eruption appears on the skin.
Counter-irritant in Laryngitis, NeTuralgiac,  c.-Dr. JoY.
TORMENTILLA.         Tormentil.
The root of Potentilla Tormentilla (Nat. Ord. Rosacee), a
small native plant, has been used for its astringent properties.
It contains about 18 per cent. of tannic acid.  It is given internally as an astringent tonic, and in hoemorrhages and fluxes
from the bladder and bowels.    Externally it is well adapted
for astringent lotions, injections, and gargles.  Dose, thirty
grains to one drachm.
Extracturn Tormentille (Amst. Pharm.), twenty to thirty
grains.
Pulvis Tormentillw   compositus (Genev. Pharm.), ten to
thirty grains.
Decoctum Tormentillme (L.), one and a half ounce three times
a day.
2886.        R Decoct. Tormentille, 3ix.
Vini Ipecac. 1%Lxx.
Tinct. Opii, Tlx.
Make a draught. To be taken once or twice a day.
In the Diarrhoea of Phdthisis. —Dr. PARIS.
2887.       1R Rad. Tormentille, ~j.
Aqume, xij. Boil to 8 oz., strain, and add
Aluminis, 5j.
Mellis, ~j. Mix: make a gargle.
In Relaxed Throat. —RADIUS.
TOXICODENDRON.          Poison Oak.
The leaves of the Rhus Toxicodendron, an American plant
(Nat. Ord. Terebinthacee), have no odor, but possess a disagreeable acrid taste, and are very poisonous in large doses.
It rouses the nervous centers in the same manner as Strychnia.
Toxicodendron is chiefly used in cases of local paralysis, whether
of sensation or motion, and may sometimes restore the lost
power in the affected part. It has also been given in obstinate




518         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
skin diseases, and in chronic rheumatism.  Dose of the powdered leaves, one to three grains.
Extractunm Toxicodendri (Paris Cod.), one grain, gradually
increased.
Tintzura Rhois (Paris Codex), five drops, gradually increased.
Tincturca Toxicodendri (Neligan), half a drachm to a drachm.
2888.       R Extr. Toxicodendri, gr. lxxv. (?)
Confect. Rose, q. s. Mix, and divide into 25 pills. (One
to sixteen daily.)
In Paraplegia without organic lesion; in Paralysis of the
Bladder or Rectum.        TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2889.       R Extr. Toxicodendri,
Camphorse, ana gr. xv.
Extr. Arnicae,
Extr. Valeriana, ana 3ss.
Pulv. Calami, q. s. to make a mass, to be divided into 30
pills. One, three times a day.
In tllemiplegia. —BRERA.
2890.       R Tinct. Toxicodendri, 3ss.
Syrupi Papaveris, Jj.
Syrupi Limonum, 3ss.
Aquu, 7iss.
Mix: make a draught. One every six hours.
For Acute Pains in Chronic Paralysis.-Dr. NELIGAN.
TRAGACANTHA.         Tragacanth.
This is a white gummy exudation from several species of
Astragalus (Nat. Ord. Leguminosx), growing in Asia Minor.
It consists for the main part of a kind of gum called Bassorine,
which, though not soluble in water, swells up with it into a
paste or mucilage.  It is inodorous and has a bad taste.  It
is used as a demulcent in coughs, diarrhoea, &c., and employed
for the formation of a mucilage by means of which insoluble
powders may be suspended in water.
Mucilago Tragacanth/e (E.) is chiefly used, on account of its
viscidity, to suspend matters insoluble in water.
Pulvis Tragacanthw   conmositus (L.) is demulcent in doses
of half a drachm to one drachm, or is mixed with water to form
a mucilage.
Tragacanth is also employed to make lozenges and pastes.




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2891.           P Pulv. Tragacanth e, gr. xv.
Sacchari albi, gr. xij. Rub up, and add by degrees
Mist. Amygd, dulc. gij.
Mist. Camphorse, Hiiiss.
Syrupi Althses, gss.
Mix: make a demulcent mixture.
Dr. COPLAND.
TUSSILAGO.        Coltsfoot.
The whole herb of Tussilago cFarfara, the Coltsfoot, a common English plant (Nat. Ord. Comp2osite), abounds in mucilaginous matter. It is also slightly bitter. Its preparations
are in use as mild demulcent tonics, and are chiefly used in
coughs. It may be given in decoction, or formed into paste
or lozenges.
Decoctum Tussilaginis: dose, one to three ounces.
Syrupus Tussilaginis (Paris Codex), one drachm        to one
ounce.
2892.        IF Decoct. Tussilaginis,
Mist. Amygd. ana Piij.
Syrup. Hemidesmi, ~ij.
Mix: make a mixture. Two tablespoonfuls at intermediate hours.
In Chronic Bronchitits.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2893.        B Herbse Malvve offic.
Herbse Tussilaginis,
Rad. Althsei,
Rad. Glycyrrhizoe, ana j.
Sem. Anisi, 3ss.
Aquna fervidle, sufficient to cover.
Macerate and make a pectoral infusion.
Dr. COPLAND.
ULMUS.      Elm Bark.
The inner bark of the common Elm, Ulmus campestris (Nat.
Ord. Ulmacewe), is the part used.     It is slightly astringent,
containing about three per cent. of Tannic Acid. It is also
supposed to be alterative, and its decoction is given in chronic
rashes and other cutaneous affections.
Decoctum   Ulmi (L.) may be given in doses of three to four
ounces three times a day.
2894.        R Corticis Ulmi, giss.
Sem. Carui cont. 3ss.
Aquvs, Oiss. Boil to a pint.
Alterative Drink.c-Sir E. WILMOT.




520         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2895.        R Corticis Ulmi,
Radicis Lappae,
Radicis Rumicis,
Dulcamarae,
Fumarite, singulorum,; ij.
Aquae bullientis, Oj. Infuse for four hours, then strain,
and add
Syrupi Sarse, jj.
Mix: make a mixture. To be taken in twenty-four hours in divided
doses.
In Chronic Exanthemata.-CADET.
UREA.
This is a soluble crystalline substance, obtained from the
urine of man and animals.   It has been much employed as a
diuretic by certain French and continental practitioners, and
is said to increase the secretion of urine in dropsy and anasarcous disorders, without producing any disturbance of the animal economy. Dose, ten grains to half a drachm or one
drachm three times a day.
Nitrate of Urea is recommended by Dr. Kingdon as a diuretic in anasarca, in doses of one grain to one grain and a half
three times a day.
2896.        1 Urese, gr. xxxvj.
Syrupi Aurantii, ass.
Aquae destill. ~vss.
Mix: make a mixture. Take f j every six hours.
In Anasarca,: c.-Dr. KINGDON.
2897.        R Potasse Bitart..ss.
Ureae, 3ij.
iMellis, gss.
Mix: make an electuary. To be taken three times a day, with an equal
quantity of nutmeg.
Diuretic in Dropsy.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2898.        R Ureae Nitratis, gr. iss.
Confect. Ross, q. s. to make a pill.
To be taken three times a day.
In Anasarca, fc.-Dr. KINGDON.
UVA    URSI.
The leaves of Arctostaphfylos Uva Ursi (Nat. Ord. Ericacewe)
a small evergreen shrub, are powerfully astringent, and con



THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.               521
tain about thirty-six per cent. of Tannic Acid.    This drug
seems also to exert a specific influence on the kidneys. Some
assert that it has a diuretic action, while others dispute it. It
is chiefly given in the latter stage of chronic inflammation of
the bladder, when its use should be persevered in for some
time.  Dr. Prout used frequently to prescribe it along with
Hyoscyamus.    It is sometimes given in cases of irritation from
the presence of a stone in the bladder. The dose of the powder is one scruple to one drachm every three or four hours.
Extractum   Uve   Ursi (L.): dose, five to ten grains, as a
tonic, &c.
Decoctum   Uve Ursi (L., D.), one to two ounces three times
a day.
Syrupus Uve Ursi (Procter), one drachm to half an ounce
for a dose.
2899.        R Pulv. Uvse Ursi,
Pulv. Cinchonae, ana 3ij.
Pulv. Opii, gr. iij.
Mix, and divide into six powders. One, twice a day in lime-water.
In Nephritic Complaints, and as an Antilithic.-F   ERRIAR.
2900.        R Pulv. Uva Ursi, 3iij.
Acidi Tannici, gr. vj.
Pulv. Opii, gr. ij.
Mix: divide into 12 equal portions. One, three times a day.
In passive Hwmaturia, Albuminuria, and Chronic Catarrh of
Bladder.                                 Dr. NELIGAN.
2901.        R Extracti Uve Ursi, 3ij.
Sodam Garb. 3ss.
Pulv. Cinnam. co. ass.
Confect. Rosse caninge, ~j.
Syrupi, q. s. to make an electuary.
A tablespoonful for a dose.
Diuretic in Chronic Inflammation of the Kidneys, c.
Dr. HoopER.
2902.        R Decocti Uvce Ursi,
Liquoris Calcis, ana,iv.
Mix: a wineglassful for a dose.
Antilithiec and in Chronic Cystitis.-Dr. HOOPER.
2903.        Pi Potassm Bicarb.:9j.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ss.
Inf. Uvse Ursi, 3xj. Mix: make a draught.
In iMucous Urine.-Dr. G. BIRD.
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522         TlHE  BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONSo
2904.       R] Uva Ursi, 3iss.
Sodae Carb. exsic.
Pulv. Cinnam. c. ana 3ss.
Conf. Rose, q. s.
Divide into six boluses. One, three times a day.
In Chronic Inflammation of Kidneys and Bladder.-Dr. JoY.
2905.        R Acid. Phosph. dil. 3ss.
Inf. Uve Ursi, gij. Make a draught.
In Mucous Urine, with copious _Deposits.-Dr. G. BIRD.
2906.        i- Inf. Uvae Ursi (3ij to warm water Oss), 3xiv.
Acid. Sulph. dil. rrxx.
Tinct. Digitalis, nTlxv.
Syrupi Papaveris, 5iss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three or four times a day.
In Laryngitis, Bronchitis, ~c. —Dr. COPLAND.
2907.:          Foliorum Uvs Ursi contus. ass.
Aque ferventis, Oj. Macerate for three hours, and strain.
To seven ounces of this, add
Tinct. Kino,
Syrupi Zingiberis, ana ass.
Mix: make a mixture. A wineglassful for a dose.
Astringent.-Dr. HOOPER.
VALERIANA.         Valerian.
The root of the common Valerian, Vcleriana officinalis (Nat.
Ord. Valerianacee), is officinal on account of its antispasmoclic
properties. It has a strong and peculiarly disagreeable smell.
It acts upon the nervous centers without materially affecting
the secretions.   It is used in epilepsy, hysteria, spasmodic
cough, and dyspnoea, in dyspepsia, neuralgia, and as a vermifuge.  The odor and medicinal properties of Valerian are due
to a peculiar volatile oil, which contains an acid, Valerianic
Acid, and may be separated from the root by distillation with
water. This acid is also obtained by the artificial oxidation of
oil of grain (Fusel oil), which is accomplished by distilling it
with Bichromate of Potash and Sulphuric acid. Various Valerianates used in medicine are formed by means of this acid,
and combine with its peculiar antispasmodic properties the
medicinal action of the base with which it is united in each
case.  (See Quina, Zincum, &c.)    The dose of the powdered
root of Valerian is half a drachm to one drachm.
Infusum TValerianee (L., D.), one to two ounces.




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Tinctura Vaceriane (L., E., D.), half a drachm to half an
ounce.
Tinctura V7clerianw     cogmposita (vel Ammoniata) (L., E.),
half a drachm to two drachms.
Syrzuous Valerianx (Paris Codex), one drachm         to half an
ounce.
2908.         R Pulv. Valeriane rad. Dj.
Pulv. Cinnamomi co. gr. x.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every four hours.
In Hysteriac, Nervous Headachee,      ce.-Dr. JoY.
2909.           R Pulv. Valerianm,.j.
Pulv. fol. Aurantii, Dj.
Ammoniel Muriatis, gr. ij.
Olei Cajuputi, mtLiv.
Mix: make a powder. 3j four times a day, in hot tea.
In Epilepsy.-NIEMANN.
2910.        tR Pulv. Valeriane, Dij.
Castorei, gr. xv.
Oxidi Zinci, )j.
Olei Cajuputi, rtLv.
Syrupi simp. q. s.
Divide into 18 pills. Three, four times a day.
DUPUYTREN,
2911.         R Ferri Carb. gr. v-Dj.
Pulv. Valerianw, 3ss.
Syrup. Zingib. q. s. to make a bolus.
In Hysteria, Anqemia, &e.-Dr. COPLAND.
2912.         Pc Pulv. Castor. opt. 3ij.
Pulv. rad. Valeriane, ~ss.
Camphora rass, 3j. Mix accurately, and add
Syrupi Papaveris, q. s. to make a 12-grain bolus. To be
enveloped in saffron powder.
Antis]pasmodic.-Dr. COPLAND.
2913.         R Pulv. Valerians,
P. foliorum Aurantii, ana 3vj.
Syrupi Absinthii, q. s. to make an electuary.  2-3 teaspoonfuls a day.
SWEDIAUR.
2914.         I Infusi Valerianae, vj.
Tinct. Valerian. co. 3j.
Mist. Camphorve, 3iv.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Hysteria.-Dr. GREGORY.




524           THE   BOOK     OF  PRESCRIPTIONS.
2915.          R Valeriange rad. in pulv. cont. 3j.
MIistura Acacie, 3j.
Infusi ValerianT, 3ix.
Tinct. Valerians,.j.
Tinct. Castorei,.j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
Antispasmodie.-Dr. PARIS.
2916.         Rf Tinct. Valeriane comp. ass.
Spirit. Juniperi comp. gij.
Aqua Pimentse. giiiss. A fourth part for a dose.
Stirzulant.-Dr. HOOPER.
2917.          P Tinct. Valeriance Ammoniats,
Spirit. Ammon. foetidae, ana ass.
Spirit. Armoracime co. ~ij.
AquT Pimentme, ~iij. Mix: a fourth part for a dose.
In Hfysteria. —Dr. HOOPER.
2918.          R Tinct. Valeriane,,j.
Acid. Sulph. dil. Mtx.
Tinct. Cinchonan co. 3j.
Aqune,.j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken two or three times a day.
In Hysteria. —Dr.\ ASHWELL.
2919.          P Tinct. Valerian. Ammon.
Spir. JEtheris comp.
Spir. Lavand. co. ana 5ss.
Tinct. Hyoscyami, tlxx.
Mist. Camphorae, 3x.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every second or third hour.
In Hysteria. —Dr. ASHWELL.
2920.          R Pulv. Valerianre, gr. x.
Pulv. Rhei, gr. v.
Aquse Menthue pip. 3x.
Ammon. Sesquicarb. gr. iij.
Tinct. Zingiberis, nTxx.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken twice a day.
In Hysteria.-Dr. GREGORY.
2921.          R Tinct. Valeriane,
Spir. JEth. Sulph. co. ana 5ij.
Chloroformylis, 3j. (Large dose.-ED.)
Aquce purse, q. s. to make a draught.
In Delirium    Tremens.-Dr. S. PRATT (U. S.).
2922.          1 Infusi Valeriane, giv.
Quine Disulph. gr. x.
Vini Opii, ntxx.
Syr. flor. Aurantii, 3vj.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every two or three hours.
In Typhoid Fever.-BROQUA.




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2923.        tL Olei Valeriante, gtt. viij.
Spirit. Ammon. aromat. Sj.
Aqute, iv.
Sacchari, sij.
Mix: a tablespoonful every second or third hour.
Dr. ELLIS.
VANILLA.
The aromatic seed-pods of some American plants of the Nat.
Ord. Orchidese, particularly the Vanilla aromatica, have been
used in medicine on account of their aromatic properties. Vanilla contains a volatile oil, and is used in cookery because of
its agreeable flavor. It has also been given in epilepsy, hysteria,
&c., as a diffusible stimulant, and its fluid preparations may be
employed as pleasant vehicles for other medicines. The dose
of the powder is from five grains to a scruple.
2924.       B1 Fructfs Vanillie concis. et contus. part. j.
Alcoholis, part. vj.
Macerate slowly with heat for eight days, and strain. Dose, f3j.
Nervine, Analeptie, Excitant.-PFAFF.
2925.        R Fructus VanillTe concis. et contus.,vj.
Potasse Subcarb. 3vj.
Aquae destil. Oij.
Spirit. Vini tenuioris, Oiss.
Macerate slowly with heat for three days, and strain.
Agreeable Aromatic Vehicle.-Dr. COPLAND.
VERATRUM.         White Hellebore.
The root stock of the Veratrumn album     (Nat. Ord. Jfelanthaceee) is very acrid and poisonous.   It is said to contain
Veratria, and another similar alkaloid. It used to be employed
as an active hydragogue cathartic, and was given in gout in
the same manner as Colchicum. It is occasionally employed
as an errhine, as its powder causes sneezing and increase of
the nasal secretion.  But it is generally used only externally,
for the purpose of destroying vermin which infest the skin or
hair. Dose, one to two grains.
Vinum Veratri (L.), ten minims may be given three times
daily, in gout and rheumatism.
Pulvis Veratri comnpositus (Radius) is employed as an errhine.
Unguentum   Veratri (U. S.) is used as a friction in Scabies.




526         THE   BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2926.       1E Pulv. Veratri,,ij.
Saponis mollis, 3j.
Aquac ferventis, q. s. to make an ointment. To be rubbed
once a day upon the affected parts. After 2-3 such
frictions a warm bath is to be used.
In Scabies. —BouCHARDAT.
VERATRIA.
The fruit and seeds of two kindred plants, Veratrumn Sabadilla and Asagrwca officinalis, have been already mentioned
under the name of Sabadilla.   From these their active principle, the alkaloid Veratria, is prepared by a chemical process.
It does not crystalize, and is but sparingly soluble in water,
though readily in alcohol.  It is extremely irritating to the
nostrils, and has a bitter acrid taste.  Internally it is emetic
and purgative, in large doses poisonous. It has been given in
rheumatism, and as a stimulant in nervous affections, in doses
of one-twelfth to one-sixth of a grain.  But it is chiefly employed as an external irritant.   It sometimes dispels local
neuralgic pains, and is useful in chronic gouty and rheumatic
affections.
The Muriate and Nitrate of Veratria have been used by
some.   The Sulphate of Veratria has been proposed as a substitute for the Eau Medicinale d'Husson.
Pilulw VTeratrie (Majendie), one to three for a dose.
Tinctura Veratriwe (Majendie), ten to twenty drops in water,
in gout, &c.
Liquor Veratreix Sulphatis (Cadet), one to two drachms,
thrice daily in gout.
Lotio Veratriwe (Turnbull), and
Unguentum Veratriwe (Turnbull), are used externally in neuralgia and rheumatism.
2927.          Veratriae, gr. j.
Extr. Hyoscyami,
Pulv. Glycyrrhize, ana gr. x.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One, three times a day.
In Gout, Neuralgia, and Rheumatism.-Dr. TURNBULL.
2928.        R Veratrie, gr. iv.
Alcohol. Mvj.
Adipis, ass. Mix well, and make an ointment.
In Neuralgia.-Dr. HOOPER.




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2929.         1 Veratri%, gr. v.
Axungoie, ~ss.
Mix, and miake an ointment. gss to be rubbed on every night with a
horsehair glove, until severe tingling is produced.
In SCiatica.-Mr. C. R. BilREE.
2930.         P, Veratrie (Morson's), gr. viij.
Olei Limonis, MtLx. Rub up together, and add
Adipis, 3vij.
Hydrarg. Bisulphuret. 3ss. Make an ointment.
Dr. G. BiRDo
2931.         ] Veratrin pura, gr. xxxvj.
Olei Olive, gss.
Adipis, gviiss.
Olei Bergamii, lvx.
Olei Santalini, nlij. Mix: make an ointment.
In l Teuralgic Il7tenmat-isjm. —Dr. io. W. FULLER,
2932.        1P Veratri, gr. ij.
Lin. Saponis co,
Spirit. Camphlora, ana,iss.
Spirit. Anon. arom.'j.
Mix: make a liniment. A dessertspoonful every night to be rubbed in
well behind the ears and around the throat.
In Netra.'cia of the Face.-iMr.. NEIL,
2933.         P Veratrik, -ss.
Pulv. Opii, 3j.
Axungi.e,.iss. MIix: make an ointment.
To Rheumaetic Joints.-Dr. DUNGLISON.
2934.         P Veratria, Dj.
Potassii Iodidi, 3ss.
Axung. 7j. Mix: make an ointment.
To promnote Absorption of Indbolent Szvoell, gs.-JOURDAuN
VI NU.  W, ine.
The various kinds of wine, when good and unadulterated,
are often preferable to brandy and spirit as stimulants and
cordials.  They are considerably diluted, and therefore less
dangerous than stronger liquors, and are more agremeable to the
taste of most patients.  But they sometimes agree ill with the
stomachs of dyspeptic persons.   Sherry wine is generally preferred for ordinary use. Port wine is often ordered to patients
during convalescence as it possesses some astringency, and is
more tonic in its action.  Effervescing wines are more exhilarant, and less narcotic'than others. Acid wines may be used




528         THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
in a diaphoretic regimen.  Wines form   agreeable vehicles for
many medicines.
All stimulant drinks must be avoided when there is fever
with a full pulse, dry tongue, and hot skin. They are appropriate whenever the system appears to be in want of nervous
power to enable it to bear up against a disease.
2935.        1f Infusi Ross co. ~v.
Vini rubri Hispanici, ~ij.
Syrupi simp. 3j. iix.
For an Ordinary Drink in states of Debility.-Dr. HOOPER.
2936.        R Vini, 3vj.
Ovor. duor. vitellos,
Sacchari purif. ass.
Olei Cinnam. qLiv.
Tinct. Capsici, Dj.
Mix. Dose, fgjss three, four, or more times a day, according to the
degree of debility.
In cases of -Debility, without High Fever. —Dr. COPLAND.
29 3 7.      13 Ovorum vitellos duor.
Olei Cinnam. gtt. xx. Mix, and add
Vini Madeirensis,
Aqute Cinnam. ana Uiij.
Aquae destil..ij.
Sacchari, 3ij. Mix: three or four spoonfuls for a dose.
In Convalescencefronm Low Fevers.-Dr. ELLIS.
2938.        _: Vini Xerici, ij.
Ovi vitellum unius,
Jusculi bovini (sine sale), fviij. Mix: an enema.
Restorative in Low Fevers, Tetanus, c..-RADIUS.
VIOLA.     Violet.
The flowers of the Viola odorata, or Sweet Violet (Nat. Ord.
Violacee), have been used on account of their demulcent and
mild laxative properties. In large doses they are emetic. The
Syrup of Violets is employed as a laxative for infants.  The
root of the violet is emetic in half drachm to one drachm doses.
The leaves and flowers of the Viola tricolor, or Wild Pansy,
have been popularly supposed to possess alterative powers.
Confectio Violae (Soubeiran), one drachm to half an ounce.
Syrupus Violwe (L. E.), one to two drachms to infants.




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2939.       P1 Viola odorate rad. 3ss.
Syrupi Scilla, 5j.
Mix: make a bolus. To be taken immediately, and repeated after an
hour, if necessary.
Emetic.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2940.       1r Mellis Viole,
IManne, ana sss.
Syrupi Viola, q. s.
Make an electuary. A teaspoonful as occasion requires.
A mild Laxative for Children.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2941.     P      Syrupi Viola, Aiiss.
Olei Amygd. dul. 5j.
Syrup. Scillke,
Syrup. Sennse, ana,cs. Mix: make a linctus.
_Demuleent and Aperient for Infants.-Dr. COPLAND.
2942.        1 Violae tricoloris fol. 3x. Boil in
Lactis, Xv, strain, and add
Syrupi Violie tricol.,ij.
To be taken as a tisane night and morning for several weeks.
In Cutaneous Eruptions and Constitutional Syphilis.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
ZINCI OXIDUM.*         ZINCI CARBONAS.           Oxide and
Carbonate of Zinc.
These are both white insoluble powders. The former is preferred for use, but the Carbonate is often sold for it. The
Oxide of Zinc is not often used internally, though it may be
employed in nervous disorders in the same manner as the Sulphate. For this purpose two to ten grains may be given three
times a day. Externally it is employed as an absorbent powder, being dusted over sores, excoriations, and eruptions. It
forms a mild cooling ointment, which is applied to wounds, to
ring-worm of the scalp, impetiginous pustular eruptions, and
tarsal ophthalmia.   The Carbonate, or Prepare   d  calamine, is
much used to form    plasters and cerates, and ointments for
dressing wounds and ulcerations.
Pulvis Oxidi Zinci (Thomson), one every four hours in spasmodic cough.
* It was thought best to place these here before the other preparations of
Zinc, although out of their strict alphabetical order.




530          THE   BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
Pilzule Oxidi Zinci (Ellis), one, three or four times daily, in
spasmodic disorders.
Unguentum Zinci (L., E., D.) is extensively used as a mild
ointment.
Oeratum Calaminae (L., E.) is also used as a dressing to
ulcers and excoriations.
2943.         13 Zinci Oxidi, gr. xij.
Magnesiae calcinatTe, 3ss.
Pulv. Calumbh, 3j.
Rub up well together, and divide into 12 powders. One, three or four
times a day.
In Diarroea. —DE HAEN.
2944'         1 Zinci Oxidi,
Ext. Valerians,
Ext. Hyoscyami, ana 3ss.
Mix, and divide into 40 pills. (1-10 daily.)
In Obstinate Neuralgias.-MEGLIN.
2945.         R Pulv. Oxidi Zinci, 3j.
Pulv. Opii, gr. x.
Pulv. CinchonTe,
Pulv. Sem. Fceniculi, ana,j.
Mix: divide into 50 powders. One every second hour.
_In Hooping-cough.-AUGUSTIN.
2946.         1~ Zinci Oxidi,
Extr. Gentianse, ana gr. v. Mix: make 2 pills.
Tonic.-Dr. HooPER.
2947.         B Extr. I-yoscyami,
Pulv. Valerian. rad.
Zinci Oxidi, ana gr. j.
Make a pill: to be taken two or three times a day.
In Neuralgia. —Dr. DAY.
2948.         R Zinci Oxidi,
Extr. Hyoscyami, ana gr. iv.
Mix, and divide into 2 pills. To be taken at night.
In the Night Perspirations of Phthisis.
Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
2949.         R Zinci Oxidi, 5ij.
Pulv. Amyli. 3iv.
Mix: make a powder. To be dusted on the parts affected.
Eczema, Acne, Impetigo.-CAzENAVE.
2950.         R Zinci Oxidi, 3ij.
Camphorre, 3ss.
Pulv. Amyli. liv.
Mix make a powder. To be dusted over the parts affected.
In Prurigo.-CAZENAVE.




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2951.        IR Unguent. Zinci, gss.
Bals. Peruv. 5j.
Pulv. Lapid. infern. Dj. Mix: make an ointment.
For Syphilitic Chancres, during healing.-Dr. FRIcKE.
2952.         I Zinci Oxid. gr. xij.
Calomelanos, gr. ix.
Camphora, gr. vi.
Butyri recentis, 3ij.
But. Cacao, 3ss. Mix: make an ointment.
For the Eyelids in Oplhthalmia.-TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2953.         1 Oxidi Zinci, gr. xx.
Cerat. Galeni (cold cream), ij.
Ext. Belladonna, gr. xx.
Glycerinse, 3ij. Mix: make an ointment.
To Irritable Eruptions with a copious discharge.
Dr. NELIGAN.
2954.         R Ung. Zinci, ~j.
Liquor. Plumbi diacet.
Liquor. Opii sedat. ana 3ss.
Mix: make an ointment. To be applied to the affected part twice a
day.
In External Piles.-Mr. COULSON.
2955.    P     c Zinci Oxidi,
Pulv. Calaminse,
Pulv. Lycopodii, ana 3j.
Pulv. Myrrhse,
Plumbi Acet. ana 3ss.
Axungis, -iss. Mix: make an ointment.
To Extensive Burns. —Mr. SAVORY.
ZINCI ACETAS.         Acetate of Zinc.
This occurs in small colorless soluble crystals, having a
metallic taste.   It is rarely given internally, but is well
adapted for use in astringent lotions and injections, being
milder and less irritating than the sulphate.   It may be used
as a collyrium in ophthalmia, or as an injection in gonorrhoea
and leucorrhoea.
Tinctura Zinci Acetatis (D. 1226) is used to form injections
and collyria, diluted with water.
2956.        RI Zinci Acetatis, 3j.
Aqum destill. 3vj.
Mix: a tablespoonful in mucilage every two hours.
In severe cases of Angina tonsillaris, occurring in Scarlatina, $c.                                Dr. PLANGE,




532         THE   BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2957.   ]    ~ Zinci Acetatis, 3ss.
Aquae destill. xxvj. Mix: make a lotion.
In Ophthalmia.-Mr. WARE.
2958.        R Zinci Sulphatis, 3j.
Plumbi Acetatis, 3ss.
Camphorse, Dj.
Aqume Rosse, 3xij.
Dissolve and strain. Make an eye-wash.
In Op)hthalmia.-SPIELMANN.
2959.        1 Tinct. Acetatis Zinci, 3ij.
Infusi Matico, viiss.
Mucilag. Gum. Trag. 3ij.
Mix: make an injection. To be used frequently.
In advanced stages of aonorrhoea, Gleet, and Leucorrhoea.
Dr. NELIGAN.
ZINCI CHLORIDUM.          Chloride of Zinc.
The Chloride, or Butter of Zinc, is sometimes given in small
doses as an antispasmodic, but is chiefly used externally.  It
is one of the most powerful caustics known. It is deliquescent,
and destroys organic tissues by its great affinity for water. Its
action causes great pain. It is used to destroy entirely the
surface of a cancerous or phagedmenic sore, or the dangerous
eruption of Lupus. It is safer than arsenious acid for such
purposes. A dilute solution may be used as a wash for foul
ulcers or scrofulous sores, or as an injection in gonorrhoea.
Burnett's solution contains one pound of this chloride in five
gallons of water.  It is largely employed as a disinfectant and
deodorizer; also to prevent the dry rot in wood, and to preserve
animal matters from putrefaction. Lotions of Chloride of Zinc
remove the unpleasant odor from cancerous and other sores.
When used as a caustic, this chloride is generally made into a
paste with flour, and it is sometimes combined with Chloride
of Antimony.
Zinci Chloridi Liquor (D.) may be used as a caustic, or
diluted with water to form a disinfecting solution.
2960.       RI Zinci Chloridi, gr. ij.
Sp. iEth. Sulph. gss.
Mix: five drops to be administered every four hours.
In Chorea, Epilepsy, fc. —-HANKE.




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2961.         1 Zinci Chloridi, gr. j.
AquaU puras,,j.
Mix: make an injection.  A small syringeful to be thrown into the
urethra every six or eight hours, and the proportion of chloride
gradually increased to three grains in the ounce.
In Gonorrhoea.-Mr. LLOYD.
2962.         IR Zinci Chloridi, partem j.
Farinae tostte, partes ij ad iv.
AquTe, q. s. to make a caustic paste. About 24-30 drops
of water to each ounce of the chloride.
A Powerful Caustic.-CANQUOIN.
2963.         R Chloridi Zinci, 5ss.
Muriatis Antimonii liquidi, nrxv.
Farinae, gj.
Aquu destill. q. s.
Make a mass, which will eat out the morbid part.
In Cancer and Lupus.-Dr. NELIGAN.
2964.         R Zinci Chloridi liquidi (i. e. zinc dissolved in strong hydrochloric acid), gtt. v.
Morphine Sulphatis, gr. ss.
Pastae Tragacanth. 3iij.
Mix: make a suppository. To be introduced into the vagina every
other day.
In Cancer of the Uterus.-GAUDRIOT.
ZINCI CYANIDUM ET FERROCYANIDUM. Cyanide of
Zinc. Ferrocyanide of Zinc.
The Cyanide is made by precipitating a solution of the Sulphate with one of Cyanide of Potassium.       It is given in spasmodic affections in doses of one-quarter of a grain to six grains
more.
The Ferrocyanide has also been employed by Schindler and
others, being given in nervous and spasmodic disorders, in
doses of one to four grains three times daily.
2965.         R Zinci Cyanureti, gr. vj.
Magnesise calcin. gr. iv.
Pulv. Cinnamomi, gr. iv.
Mix: make a powder. To be taken every fourth hour.
In Gastrodynia, Dyspepsia, and Dysinenorrloea.
Dr. COPLAND.
2966.         1 Zinci Cyanureti, gr. vj.
Magnesia calcin. gr. iv.
Pulv. capanellke, gr. iij.
Mix: one powder every four hours.
Irn Neuralgia of the Stomzach.-Dr. HENNING.




534          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONS.
2967.        R1 Zinci Cyanidi, gr. xv.
Ext. GlycyrrhizTe, 3ij.
Mix: divide into 60 pills. One, three times a day.
KOPP.
2968.        ]3 Zinci Cyanidi, gr. 1-j.
Syrupi simp. 7j. Mix.
Vermnifuge.-MAJENDIE.
2969.         R Zinci Ferrocyanidi, gr. viij.
Sacchari, 3j.
Mix, and divide into 12 powders. One, every second hour.
In Cardiailia.-ROSENSTEIL.
2970.        IR Zinci Ferrocyanidi, gr. xv.
Pulv. Valerian. 3ss.
Ext. Valerian. q. s. and make 60 pills.
One, night and morning.
In Chorea.-ROSENSTEIL.
2971.         I; Zinci Ferrocyanidi, gr. iv.
Aquna destill..ij.
Mix: a fourth part, four times a day.
LINCKE.
ZINCI IODIDUM.         Iodide of Zinc.
This is sometimes given internally in small doses in scrofula.
It acts externally as an astringent and alterative.   It is used
to form collyria in scrofdlous ophthalmia, and an ointment is
employed in the friction of chronic glandular enlargements.
An Iodide of Zinc and Morphia has been described by M.
Bouchardat, who gives it in doses of quarter and half grain in
gastralgia.
Unguenturm Zinci lodidi (Ure) is employed as a friction to
tumors.
Syrupus Zinci Iodidi (Thomson) contains fifteen grains in
the ounce.
2972.         R Zinci odidi, gr. iv.
Aquns destill.,vj. Mix: make an eye-wash.
2973.        R: Zinci Iodidi, 3j.
Adipis, ~j. Mix: make an ointment.
Alterative Stimulant in Skin Diseases.-Dr. HOOPER.
ZINCI SULPHAS.         Sulphate of Zinc.
This salt occurs in small colorless prismatic crystals of a
styptic taste, and soluble in water. Internally, given in small




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doses, it is astringent, tonic, and antispasmodic.  It is given
as an astringent in fluxes and hemorrhages; as a tonic in general debility, from whatever cause; and as an antispasmodic
in hysteria, chorea, epilepsy, neuralgia, and gastrodynia. In
large doses it acts suddenly as an emetic, without producing
much nausea, and is therefore well adapted for use in cases of
narcotic poisoning. Externally the Sulphate of Zinc acts as one
of the best astringents known.  It is used in collyria, in gargles
for relaxed uvula, in injections in gonorrhcea, &c., in lotions
to sores.
The dose as a tonic and antispasmodic is from     two to ten
grains.   In epilepsy the dose must be gradually increased
from a small quantity tb as many grains as can be tolerated
without producing vomiting.    The dose as an emetic is from
one scruple to one drachm.
Sulphate of Zinc is prescribed for internal use in the following
prescriptions:
2974.        R Zinci Sulphatis,
Ext. Hfematoxyli, ana gr. v. Mix, and divide into 2 pills.
Diarrhoea, &c.-Dr. HOOPER.
2975.         R Zinci Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Ext. H-yoscyami, gr. iv.
Mix, and divide into 2 pills. To be taken at night.
For the night Perspiration of Phthisis.
Dr. THEOPHILUS THOMPSON.
2976.       PR Zinci Sulphatis, 3ss.
Extracti Conii, 3j.
Syrupi Tolutani, q. s.
Mix: divide into 20 pills. One, three times a day.
In the Ulcerated Stage of Consunmption.-Dr. GREGORY.
2977.        R Zinci Sulphatis, Dss.
Extracti Gentianre, Nij.
Ext. Colocynth. co. Dj.
Mix, and divide into 20 pills. Two, every night.
In Costiveness with Nervous Debility.-Dr. BABINGTON.
2978.        lf Zinci Sulphatis, 5j.
Extracti Gentianse, Dj.
Quine Disulphatis, 3ss.
Olei Anthemidis, gtt. vj.
Mix, and divide into 30 pills. One, three times a day.
Tonic.-Dr. GOLDING BIRD.




536           THE   BOOK    OF   PRESCRIPTIONS.
2979.         R1 Zinci Sulphatis, 3j.
Ext. Gentians, 3iv.
Ext. Anthemidis, Dij.
Beat into a mass, and divide into 40 pills. Two, twice a day, with the
following draught:
R Inf. Gentianse co. 3x.
Acid. Sulph. Aromat. mtxij.
Tinct. Zingiberis, 3j. Mix.
Tonic.-Dr. COPLAND.
2980.         R1 Zinci Sulphatis, 3j.
Aque Cinnamomi,
Aquae purse, ana.ss. Mix: make an emetic draught.
To produce Vomiting speedily, after Poisoning,       c.
Dr. HOOPER.
2981.         R1 Zinci Sulphatis, gr. xv,
Pulv. Ipecac. gr. xv.
Aquce purs, giss.
Mix: make an emetic draught. (To be repeated in ten minutes, and
then followed by large doses of calomel.)
In Dysentery and Cholera.-Mr. RICHARDSON.
2982.          1 Zinci Sulphatis, 3j.
Infusi Quassis,.v.
Tinct. Calumbse, jj.
Mix: make a mixture. One-sixth part for a dose.
Tonic.-Dr. HOOPER.
2983.          1; Zinci Sulphatis, gr. ij-iv.
Tinct. Cantharidis, ltLxx.
Aqume purse,.j. Mix: to be taken three times a day.
In Paraplegic Palsy.-Dr. BUDD.
2984.          13 Zinci Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Vini Opii, RLv.
Syrupi Tolutani, 3j.
Mistura Amyg. 3ix.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In latter Stages of Consumntion.-Dr. GREGORY.
2985.          f Zinci Sulphatis, gr. vj.
Acidi Sulph. dil. rlxxx.
Syrupi Aurantii, ass.
Infusi Aurant. 3vss.
Mix: two spoonfuls three times a day.
Tonic.-Dr. DRUITT.
2986.          1 Zinci Sulphatis, gr. 4-j.
Quinae Disulph. gr. ij.
Inf. Rosve comp. 3x.
Tinct. Aurantii,
Syrupi Aurantii, ana 3j.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken every fourth hour.
Dr. COPLAND.




T -E B:OOK     OF PRE SC iRIPTIONS.               537
The following prescriptions are for external use:
2987.         K Zinci Sulph.
Alum. ust.
Sodsc Bibor. fat gr. xv.
Pulv. Sacchari, 3ss.
Mix, and reduce to a very subtile powder.
1Dry C0o2ly rimm ttfo9r Opit/1almice AffC2etions.
TROUSSEAU and REVEIL.
2988.         R Zinci Sulphatis, ij.
Aqutl Rosei, vij.
Oxymellis simplicis,,j.
Mix: make a gargle. To be used frequently.
Dr. COPLAND.
2989.         B Zinci Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Yini Opii, 3ij.
Aque Rosas, vj. Mix: make a lotion. To the eyes.
In the Purulent Ophthalvmia of Infants, cfter the Complaint
has been subdued by Lotions of Nitrate of Silver.
Mr. J. FRtANCE.
2990.         I~ Zinci Sulphatis, gr. ij.
Aluminis usti, gr. iij.
Plumbi Acetatis, gr. ij.
Aquie purae,,j. Mix: make a lotion. To be used warm.
In Erysipelas and Paronycehia.-Dr. F. BROWN.
2991.          il Zinci Sulphatis, gr. x-3j.
Spiritfts Camphorae, iiLxx.
Aqu    l destil. jj.
Mix: make an injection. A teaspoonful to be used three times a day.
In Gonorrhoea. —Mr. J. L. AlMILTON.
2992.'     Zinci Sulphatis,
Acidi Tannici, ana gr. xv.
AquaT Rosa, 7rj.
Mix: make an injection. To be used two or three times daily.
In Gonororhtoea.-A. RICORD.
2993.         R Zinci Sulph. gr. xxx.
Aqutc, Oss.
Dissolve: an enema to be used daily after an operation of the bowels.
_For I   2eomorrhoids.-Dr. DAY.
2994.         R Zinci Sulphatis,
Plumbi Acetatis,
Camphorse in pulv. (ope Spir. rectif.) contrit.
Opii duri contriti, ana gr. vj.
Syrupi, 3ij. Rub up together, and tadd
Aquti Rose, 5vss.
Make a liquor: a sufficient quantity to be injected into the urethra four
times a day by means of an ivory syringe.
In Gonorrhaea Cand Gleet. —Dr. PARIS.
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538          THE   BOOK    OF PRESCRIPTIONSo
2995.         R Zinci Sulphatis,
Cupri Sulph. ana 3j.
Aque Rosa, jviij. Mix: make a lotion.
Styptic.-Dr. COPLANTD
ZINCI VALERIANAS. Valerianate of Zinc.
This salt has a strong odor and taste of Valerian.      It has
been much recommended as a powerful tonic and antispasmodic,
and is given in neuralgia and hysteria, in doses of one to two
grains.
2996.         R Zinci Valerianatis, gr. ix.
Pulv. Tragacanthie, gr. xxx.
Mix, and divide into 12 pills. One, night and morning.
In Nervous Headache.-DEvAY.
2997.         R Zinci Valerianatis, Dj.
Ext. Hyoscyami, Diss.
Mix: make 30 pills. One, two or three times a day.
In F;acial Neuralgia.-Dr. H. GREEN.
2998.         R Zinci Valerianatis,
Quinie Valerianatis, ana gr. j.
Extr. Gentiane, q. s.
Mlix: make a pill. To be repeated every hour.
In Epilepsy.
2999.         R Zinci Valerianatis,
Pulv. Castoris, ana Dj.
Ext. Valerianre, q. s., and make a mass; to be divided into
24 pills. Dose, one or two.
C. MARTINI.
3000.         1 Zinci Valerianatis, gr. -.
Aque flor. Aurantii, kiss.
Mix: make a draught. To be taken three times a day.
In Hysterical Neuralgia.-Dr. NELIGAN.
3001.         P Zinci Valerianatis, gr. iss.
AquLe destil. 3vss.
Syrupi,,j. Mix: a dessertspoonful every half hour.
DEVAY.
3002.         R Zinci Valerianatis, gr. viij.
Tinct. Valerianre, 3ij.
Aquae flor. Aurantii, piij.
Syrupi Hemedesmi, 3ij.
Mix: make a mixture. A tablespoonful every six hours.
In Hysteria and Chorea.-Dr. NELIGAN.




THE BOOK     OF PRESCRIPTIONS.                539
ZINGIBER.      Ginger.
This is the rhizome of the Zingiber officinale (Nat. Ord. Zingiberacec), a native of the East and West Indies.   Its active
constituents are a volatile oil and soft acrid resin.  It has an
agreeable aromatic smell, and a warm burning taste.   It is an
excellent stimulant, carminative, and stomachic.   It is often
combined with purgative medicines to obviate their griping
tendency.   Externally ginger is rubefacient, and may even
raise a blister. Ginger plasters have been applied with benefit
in cases of local pain.  Dose, ten grains to half a drachm.
Extractum Zingiberis AEthzerezcr (Beral): dose, one to three
grains.
Tinctura Zingiberis (L., E., D.), one to two drachms.
Syrupus Zingiberis (Guibourt), one drachm to half an ounce,
as an addition to other medicines.
Trochisci Zingiberis (Soubeiran) are of use in dyspepsia.
3003,        R Tinct. Zingiberis, 3ij.
Spirit. Ammon. arom. 3ss.
Aquae destill. giss.
Mix: make a draught. To betaken three times a day.
In Acidity of Stomach and Heartburn.
3004.        R Zingiberis concis. rad. 3iss.
Aqu.e ferventis, Oss. Macerate for two hours in a lightly
closed vase, and strain; then add
Tinct. Zingiberis,
Syrupi ejusdem, ana,ss. MIix.
A good Vehicle, and a grateful Aromatic in Flatulency.
Dr. COPLAND.
3005.        R Pulv. Zingiberis, 3vij.
Pulv. sem. Sinapis, 3j.
Aquae ferv. q. s. to form a paste of uniform consistence,
which is to be spread upon lint or leather, and applied
to the affected part.
Stimulant to Local Pains.




INDEX OF DISEASES AND REMIEDIES.
THIS Index is intended to assist the memory of the prescriber on the occurrence of any emergency. In most cases the remedies most to be relied on are
mentioned first. The majority of the names are in Latin, to facilitate a reference to the body of the work. This reference will at once show the variety
of ways in which each remedy may be prescribed, and the many modes of
combining it with other medicines.
ACIDITY, GASTRIC.
Alkalies (Potassa, Soda, Ammonia, Lime, Magnesia, their
carbonates and bicarbonates). Purgatives (Rheum, Aloes,
Pilula Hydrargyri, Ricini Oleum).      Tonics (Calumba,
Cascarilla, Gentiana).  Stimulants.
ACNE.    See Cutaneous Diseases.
AGUE.    See Fever, Intermittent.
ALBUMINOUS URINE.      See Bright's Disease of Kidney.
AMAUROSIS.
Strychnia.   Tonics.  Purgatives.  Blisters to temple.
AMENORRI(EA.
Ferrum   (Sulphate, Sesquichloride, Ammonio-citrate, Carbonate).  Aloes.   Gum-resins (Assafoetida, Myrrh, Ammoniacum, Guaiacum, Galbanum).         Valeriana.   Cantharides, Sabina, Ergota, with caution.
ANEMIA.
Ferri prweparata.  Aloes and other purges.   Tonics, Stimulants, and good living.
ANAESTHETIC AGENTS.
lEther.   Chloroformyl.   Amyl.   Freezing.   Galvanism.




INDEX.                       541
ANASARCA. General dropsy.
Drastic purges (Jalapa, Scammonium, Tiglii Oleum, Elaterium, Hydrarg. Chlor.). Scilla. Colehicum. Scoparius.
Salines (Potass. Acet., Bitart., &c.).
ANEURISM, AORTIC.
Digitalis. Purges.  Low diet. Rest.
ANGINA PECTORIS.
Opium. Digitalis.  Moschus? Assafoetida?
ANGINA TONSILLARIS. See Cynanche, and Sore-throat.
APHONIA. Loss of voice.
Blisters.  Cataplasma Sinapis.  Stimulant gargles in simple
relaxed throat.  Mercury and Iod. Potassium in syphilitic
cases.
APHTHAE. Thrush.
Potassme Chloras. Mel Boracis. Liquor Sodce Chlorinate.
Liq. Calcis Chlorin. Washes of Rhatany, Catechu, &c.
ARACHNITIS.   Inflammation of membranes of brain.
Drastic purges.  Pil. Hydrarg. Shaving.   Cold lotions or
Ice to head. Darkness and Quiet.
AscARIDES.
Purges (Castor oil, Jalap, Scammony, Aloes, Senna). Clysters of common Salt, of Assafoetida, Tanacetum, Quassia,
Artemisia. Artemisia contra.
ASCITES.
Drastics (Elaterium, Scammonium, 01. Tiglii, Cambogia,
Potassse Bitart.). Salines. Pil. Hydrarg. Scilla. Digitalis. Taraxacum.
ASTHMA.
Change of air.  Stramonium. Opium.    ZEther. Sp. IEth.
Nit. Sp. Chloroform. Hyoscyamus. Antim. P. Tart.
Ipeeacuanha. Valeriana. Assafoetida. Scilla. Digitalis.
BED-SORES.
Plasters of Amadou, &c.     Unguentum   Plumbi.   Alum
poultice.




542                     INDEX.
BLADDER, Inflammation of.
Pareira. Uva Ursi.  Opium. Buchu.    Copaiba.
BLEEDING. See Heimorrhage.
BRIGHT'S DISEASE OF KIDNEY.
Purge (as Jalap) at morning.. Diaphoretic (Dover's powder)
at night. Hot-air baths. Cupping of loins for active inflammation. Pil. Hydrarg.
BRONCHITIS.
Vin. Antimonii. Ipecacuanha.   Scilla.  Potass. Bicarb.
Purges.
BUBO.
Poultices. Emplast. Hydrarg. Ung. Plumbi. Ung. Plumbi
Acet. Ung. Opii.
lBURNS AND SCALDS.
Cotton-wool. Flour. Chalk. Linimentum Calcis. Lotions
of Chlorinated Soda, Decoct. Lini sem. Simple Ointment.
CACHEXIA.
Animal food.   Wine and stimulants.    Change of air.
Morrhuse Oleum. Tonics.
CALCULOUS AFFECTIONS, with acid urine.
Potash, Soda, Lime, Magnesia, their carbonates and bicarbonates. Sodse Phosphas. Ammonie Phosphas. Acidum
Benzoicum. Uva Ursi. Buchu. Pareira.
CALCULOUS AFFECTIONS, with alkaline Lurine.
Acidum Nitricum. Acidum    Hydrochloricum. Strychnia.
Tonics. Stimulants.  Uva Ursi, Buchu, Pareira.
CALCULI, BILIARY.
Soda, and its carbonates. Opium. ZEther.
CANCER.
The Knife. Escharotic applications (Actual cautery, Zinci
Chloridum, Antimonii Terchloridum, PotassT fusa). Anodyne applications (Unguentum  Opii, Cataplasma Opii,
Ung. et Cataplasm. Belladonnae, Carrot and Charcoal
poultices).  To remove smell, Liq. Sodce Chlorin.




INDEX.                     543
CANCRUM ORIS.
Potassae Chloras. Borax externally.
CARDIALGIA. IHeartburn. See Acidity, Gastric.
CARIES OF BONES.
Acidun Phosphoricum? Potassii lodidum. M\orrhute Oleum.
C ATARRH.
Ipecacuanha.  Scilla.  Sp. IEth. Nit.  Liq. Ammonite
Acetatis et Citratis. Mist, Amygdalc. Ammoniacuam.
Benzoinum. Myrrha. Tolu. Hyoscyamus. Camphor.
Terebinth. Oleum. Salines. Purgatives. Tonics.
CEPHALALGIA.   Headache.
Purgatives, Tonics, or Stimulants, according to cause.
CEREBRAL INFLAMMATION.
Drastics.  Cold applications.  Clysters of Tartar Emetic.
Colocynth, &c. See Arachnitis.
CHANCRE.
Caustics (Argent. Nit. Potassa fusa, Acidum Nitricum).
Lotio Hydrarg. Oxidi. Linim. Hydrarg. Ung. Hyd.
Nitratiso Ung. Hyd. Nitrico-ox. Ung. Zinci.
CHAPS.
Glycerina. Honey. Mel. Boracis. Ung. Sambuci. Sapo
Camphoratus.
CHILBLAINS.
Lotion of Iodine, Hydrochlor. acid, or Carb. Potash. Ointments of Alum, Camphor, Creasote, Henbane, )Mustard,
Borax.
CHICKEN-POCK.
Mild purges. Salines. Rest, and moderate support.
CHLOROSIS. See Ansemia.
CHOLERA, ENGLISH.
Castor oil. Rhubarb, Senna. Chalk,   Catechu.
CHOLERA, MALIGNANT.
Rhubarb and Magnesia, as prophylactic. Sulphuric acid?
Quinine? Emetic of Salt? Wine and Stimulants. Warnm
poultices to abdomen. Opium?  Calomel?




544                      INDEX.
CHOREA.
Ferri Carbonas, Feri Ammon. Cit., Vinum Ferri.   Cupri
Sulphas, Cupri Ammon. Sulph. Liquor Potasse Arsenitis.
Valeriana, Assafoetida. Purgatives. Tonics.
CoLIc. Pain in belly with flatulence, and without inflammation.
Purgatives (Rhubarb, Senna, Castor oil). Alkalies (Soda,
Chalk, Magnesia).  Turpentine. Assafoetida. Valerian.
Ether. Warm fomentations. Plasters of Opium, Belladonna, Camphor, Turpentine.   Clysters of Turpentine,
Assafoetida, Tobacco.
COLICA PICTONUM. Lead colic.
Alumen.   Acidunm  Sulphuricum.  Magnes. Sulph.    01.
Ricini.  Opium. Potassii lodidum. Anodyne plasters.
CONDYLOMATA. Warts.
Caustics (Nit. Silver, Nit. acid). Lotions of Iodine, Carb.
Potash, or Bichlor. Mercury. Ung. Hyd. Nit. Ox. Ung.
Hyd. Nitratis.
CONSTIPATION.
Purgatives (Rheum, Aloes, 01. Ricini, Colocynthis, Jalapa,
Scammonium, Senna, Magnesia, Magnes. Sulph., Sod.
Sulph., Sod. et Pot. Tart., Elaterium, 01. Tiglii). Laxatives (Cassia, Prunurn, Manna). Brown bread. Exercise.
Cold bathing. Tonics (Cinchona, Calumba, Ferri Carb.,
&c.). Fel Bovis. Terebinthina.
CO0NSUMPTION. See Phthisis.
CONTUSIONS.
Lotion of Arnica. Lotions of Liq. Plumb. Diacet., Acetic
acid, Sulph. Copper, Carb. Potash. Linimentum Calcis.
Unguents.
CONVULSIONS.    See Epilepsy, Hysteria, Chorea.
CONVULSIONS OF CHILDREN.
Castor oil. Tonics. Wine and water. Wholesome diet.




INDEX.                     545
CORYZA. Cold in the head.
Sp. IEth. Nit. Salines (Pot. Chloras, Pot. Nitras). Socld
Bicarb. Ipecacuanha. Mild purging. Warm bathing.
Quina. Ammonia.
COUGH, CHRONIC.
Mist. Acacise. Mist. Amygdale. Oxymel ScillT. Tinct.
Camph. co.   Mistura Sem. Cydonie.   Myrrha, Tolu.
Decoct. Cinchonte with Ammonia. Ipecacuanha and
Hyoscyamus.   Syr. Papaveris.
CRAMP IN THE STOMACH. See Acidity, and Colic.
CROUP.
Leeches to throat. Wrm    bath. Vi-num Antimonii, to
keep up nausea. Cataplasma Sinapis. Hyd. Chlor., or
Castor oil.
CuouP, SPASMODIC, of Infants.
Warm bath.   Castor oil. Stimulants (wine). Tonics.
CUTANEOUS DISEASES.
Alkalies (Potash, Soda, their carbonates and bicarbonates).
Sulphur, Potassii Sulphuretum, Sodii Sulphuretum, Ammon. Hydrosulph. Acidum Arseniosum, Liquor Potasse
Arsenitis, Liq. Arsenici terchloridi, Arsenici Iodidum,
Liq. Hydrarg. et Arsenici Iodidi (Donovan's). Creasoton.
Fuligokali, Pix nigra, Aqua Picis liquide. Hydrarg.
Chlor., Hydrarg. Bichlor., Pil. Hydrarg.  Antim. P.
Tart. Bromiinium. Potassii Iodidum. Guaiacum, Sarsa,
IMezereum. Oleum AMorrhuse. Externally only, Ung.
Sulphuris, Ung. Creasoti, Ung. Picis nigrse, Ung. Hydrargyri, Ung. Hyd. Chlor., Ung. Hyd. Nit. Ox. Lotio
Hyd. Ox., Lotio Hyd. Binox.  Ung. Ityd. Am. Chlor.,
Ung. Iodin., Ung. Pot.  Iodidi.  Lotio Sod. vel. Pot.
Carb. Liquor Calcis. Balneum Sulphurosum, &c.
CYNANCHE. Tonsillitis, or Quinsy.
Leeches.  Poultices.  Emetics.  Nit. Silver to fauces.
Guaiacum internally. Pot. lodidum.o




546                     INDEX.
CYSTITIS. Inflammation of bladder.
(When acute) Leeches to perineurn or pubes.  Castor oil.
Warm bath. Opium. Pulv. Ipecac. co. (When chronic)
Copaiba, Uva Ursi, Cubeba, Buchu.
DELIRIUM TREMENS.
Stimulants in moderation.  Opium. Quina. Moschus. P.
Ipecac. co. Antim. P. Tart.
DIABETES. Saccharine urine.
Animal food. Fats and oils.  Exclude starch from diet.
Gluten bread, Bran bread. Ammonia. Ammon. Hydrosulph. Cupri Ammon. Sulph.    Tinct. Ferri S. Chlor.
Catechu, Kino. Opium, Morphia.   Colchicum.
DIARIRcEA.
Purgatives (Castor oil, Senna, Pil. Hydrarg., Rhubarb).
Absorbents (Creta, Bismuthi Nit.).  Aromatics (Cinnamomum, Myristica, Caryophyllus, Pimenta, Zingiber,
Piper, Cubeba, Capsicum, M[entha piperita, 01. Cajuputi).
Astringents (Opium, Acidumn Tannicum, Acidum Gallicum,
Catechu, Kino, Krameria, Htematoxylum, Gallse, Quercus,
Tormentilla, Cupri Sulphas, Plumbi Acetas, Alumen,
Acidum   Sulphuricum).   Cinchona, Quina, Calumba,
Quassia. Antim. P. Tart. Ipecacuanha.
DIPHTHERIA. Malignant sore-throat, with formation of white
membra.ne.
Nit. Silver to throat. Wine and support.  Quina, et Cinchonae praeparatt. Ammonia. Potassse Chloras. Mel.
Boracis. Liq. Sodae Chlorinatse.  Salines. Sp. 2Eth.
Nit., Sp. _Eth. Chlor.
DROPSY. See Anasarca, and Ascites.
DROPSY, OVARIAN.
Potassii lodidum. Liq. Iodinii. Ung. Iodinii. Pil. Hydrarg.
DYSENTERY.
Leeches, when acute. Warm fomentations. Pil. Hydrarg.
01. Ricini. Opium, Morphia. Ipecacuanha, Pulv. Ipecac.
co.  Enema or suppository of Opium.     Astringents
(Plumb. Acet., Cupri Sulph., Acid. Tannic., Terebinthina).




INDEX.                     547
DYSPEPSIA..
Purgatives (01. Ricini, Rheum, Aloes).  Alkalies (Sod.
Carb., Liquor Calcis, Magnesia,l Magnes. Garb., Liq.
Magnes. Bicarb.). Absorbents (Creta, Bismuthi Nit.).
Aromatics (Cinnamomum,.  Zingiber, Capsicum, Cubeba,
Coriandrum, Carui, Anisum, &c.). Tonics (Cinchona,
Calumba, Artemisia, Gentiana, Ferri Carb., Acid. Sulph.
dil., Argent. Nit.; Strychnia, small doses). Alteratives
(Pil. Hydrarg., Hyd. c. Creta, Hyd. Chlor., Colchicum,
Ipecacuanha, &c.). Acidum Lacticum. Pepsina.
DYSPNOEA. See Asthma.
DYSURIA.
Opium. Copaiba. Antim. P. Tart. Salines. P. Ipecac.
co. Pareira.
EAR, INFLAMMATION OF.
Leeching.  Poulticing, Warm Fomentations, Foment. of
Decoct. Papav. Injection of Opium, Morphia, or Alum.
ECTHYMA. See Cutaneous diseases.
ECZEMA. See Cutaneous diseases.
ELEPHANTIASIS. See Cutaneous diseases.
EMPHYSEMA, GENERAL.
Pad over wound in lung. Bandage. Bleeding?
EMPHYSEMA OF LUNG. See Asthma.
Ether and Stimulants. Opium? Hyoscyamus, Stramonium.
A dry bracing climate.
EMPYEMA. Effusion following Pleurisy.
Calomel and Opium. Tapping. Quinine.
ENDOCARDITIS.
Blistering. Antim. P. Tart. (to keep up nausea). Calomel
and Opium. Leeching. Purgatives.
ENLARGEMENTS, GLANDULAR.
Apply Tinct. Iodin., Tinct. lodin. co., Ung. Iodinii, or Ung.
Pot. lod. Internally: Potassii lodidum. Ferri prleparata.
Aloes. Quina. Pil. Hydrarg.




548                     INDEX.
ENTERITIS. Inflammation of bowels.
Leeches to abdomen.   WTarm foinentations.  Ditto with
Tinct. Opii or Decoct. Papav.  Calonmel and Opium.
Castor oil. Warm enemata. Blistering, when chronic.
EQUINIA. Glanders.
Wine, Brandy, and support. Nitric acid?  Quina?
EPILEPSY.
Purgatives (Aloes, Rhubarb, Castor oil). Wine and Stimulants. Good living and air. Quinine and tonics. Specific
remedies (Argent. Nit., Argent. Ox., Zinci Sulph., Zinci
Acet., Zinci Oxidum, Zinci Valerianas, Ferri preparata,
Cupri Sulph., Cupri Ammon. Sulph., Liq. Pot. Arsen.,
Terebinthinse Oleum, Cotyledon; Valerialna, Indigo).
EPISTAXIS.
Raise arms. Cold to nape of neck, or forehead. Plug nares.
Injections of Alumn, Sulph. Copper, or Sulph. Iron.
ERYSIPELAS.
Purgatives (Senna, Hyd. Chlor., Magnes. Sulph., Sod. et
Pot. Tart.).  Calomel and Opium.   Leeches.  Vinum
Antimonii. Vinum   Ipecac. In, low cases, Wine, support, Quinine. _External cpplications, Warm foment.,
Starch, Chalk, Magnesia, Nit. Silver.  Cataplasma fermenti, or Lotio Sodre Chlorin,, or Cataplasmna Carbonis,
for gangrene.
ERYTHEMA.
Saline aperient. Cool lotion of Spirit, Ether, or Chloroform. Lotio Plumbi Diacet. Lotio Sodse Carb.
EXCORIATIONS.
Dry powder (Chalk, Starch, Plumbi Carb.). Unguentuni
Acvqu  RosTe (" Cold cream"). Ung. Zinci, Ung. Plumbi
Carb. Sapo Camphoratus. Glycerina.
EXANTHEMATA. See Fevers, Eruptive.
FACE, ERUPTIONS OF.
Alteratives (Pil. Hydrarg., Hyd. Bichlor., Aloes, Liq. Pot.
Arsen., Sarsa, Potassii lodidum).  Cool washes (Sod.




INDEX.                      549
Carb., Ammon. Hydrochlor., Pot. Nit., Aqua Rose, Aqua
Amygdalse, Lotio Plumb. Diacet.).  Unguents.
FAINTING.
Ammonia to nostrils. Cold water to face and chest. Fresh
air. Loose clothing.
FEVERS, ERUPTIVE.
Antim. P. Tart. Ipecacuanha, and Hyd. Chlor., in high
fever. Salines (Potasse Nitras, Potasse Chloras, Ammonise Acetatis Liquor; Liq. Ammon. Citratis; Potasse
Tartras, Bitartras, Acetas; Pulveres effervescentes). Acid
drinks (Acidum Nit. dil., Acid. Hydroclhor. dil., Acid.
Sulph. dil., Juleperum Acidum, Acid. Cit., Acid. Tart.,
Succus Limonum).    Purgatives (Magnes. Sulph., Soda
Pot. Tart., Oleum Ricini, Jalapa, Pil. HIydrarg.).  Diaphoretics (Salines, Sp. IEth. Nit., Sp. Chloroform, Ipecac.,
Pulvis Doveri; Opium, cautiously; Antirm. P. Tart., in
small doses). In lowz cases, Wine and support. During
convalescence, Quina and Iron.
FEVER, INTERMITTENT. Ague.
Betweenz pactoxysms, Quinae Disulphas; any salt of Quina,
Cinchona, Quinidia; any preparation of Cinchona bark.
Cusparia, Cascarilla, Calumba, Gentiana, Quassia, &c.
Taken continztozsly, Liquor Potassse Arsenitis, Liq. Arsen.
Terchlor. Also preparations of Iron and Copper, and
Chloride of Sodium. For enlarged spleen, Ferri Iodi(lum,
Ferri Bromidum. Purgatives.
FEVER, TYPHOID.
Salines in early stage. Afterward, Wine and support. Liq.
Ammonite, Sp. Ammon. Arom., Ammon. Carb. Acid
drinks.  Moschus.  Camphora.   Capsicum. Mist. Terebinthinse.  Cinchona and Quina when fever has abated.
For Diarrhoea, Opium with caution, vegetable astringents.
To head, shaving and cool lotions.  To belly, warm applications, Cataplasma Sinapis, Cataplasm. Terebinth.
FISTULA. Burrowing ulcers.
Stimulating injections (Sol. Argent. Nit., Tinct. Iodin. co.,




550                     INDEX.
Sol. Cupri Sul., Sol. Hyd. Bichlor., Tinct. Canth., Tinct.
Myrrhre).
FLATULENCE.
Purgatives (Rheum, Aloes, Pil. Hydrarg.). Cordials (Vinum,
Tinct. Aurant., Tinct. Capsici, Pulv. Aromat., Conf. Aromat., Piperes, Menthe, Zingiber, Cinnamomum, Coriandrum, Pimenta, Anisum). Assafoetida, Moschus. Alkalies
(Ammonia, Soda, and their carbonates). Argent. Nit.,
Argent. Oxidum. Terebinthina, Enema, Terebinth.
FCETOR OF BREATH.
Purgatives. Hyd. Bichlor. Acid. Nit. dil. Washes of Alum,
Acid. Nit., Tannin. Lozenges of Catechu, Charcoal.
FROST-BITES.
If no gangrene, stimulating liniments.  See Chilblains. If
gangrene, Poultices and Emollient ointments.
GALL-STONES.
ODring passage, Bleeding, Leeches, Warm bath, Opium,
Chloroform. Afterzuwad, Calomel, Purgatives, Alkalies.
GANGRENE.
Wine and support internally. Locally, Poultices. Decoct.
Papav. Decoct. Lini Sem. Linirn. Opii.   Stimulating
lotions of Tinct. Myrrhbm, 01. Terebinth., Vinum.  Cataplasm or lotion of Sod. Chlorin. or Charcoal, for foetor.
Ung. Resinre, Ung. Plumbi Acet.
GASTRALGIA. Gastrodynia, pain in the stomach.
For acidity, see above. Otherwise; Argent. Nit., Argent.
Oxid. Bismuthi Nit. Opium, Aconitum, Conium. Wine
and Cordials (see Flatulence). Aloes, Rheum.
GLANDS, ENLARGEMENT OF.
Internally, Liq. Iodinii. Potassii Iodidum. Ferri Iodidum.
Oleum MorrhuGe. Cinchona, Quina, Saline purges.  Externally, Tinct. Iodinii rubefaciens, Tinct. Iod. co. Emplastrum et Unguentum Iodinii, Emplast. et Ung. Pot.
lod., Emplast. et Linim. Hydrarg., Emp. Ammoniaci c.
Hydrarg., Emp. Conii, Emp. Opii. Decoct. Papav., pro
fotu.




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GLEET. See Gonorrhoea.
GOITRE. See Glands, Enlargement of.
GONORRIHOEA.
If high inflammation or fever, Rest, Abstinence. Leeching,
Purging (01. Ricini, Pil. Hyd., Senna). Poulticing, Warm
fomentations.  When active inflammation has subsided,
internally, Copaiba. Cubeba. Acid. Sulph. d. Argent. Nit.
Acid. Tannic. Catechu. Opium. Tinct. Ferri Ses. Chlor.
Cinchona. Salines, &c. Locally, injections of Nit. Silver,
Sulph. Copper, Acet. Lead, Sulph. Zinc, Tannin, Opium,
Iodine, Iodide Iron, &c.
GOUT.
Internally, Colchicum, its tincture, comp. tincture, Wine.
Alkalies (Ammonia, Potash, and their carbonates). Pil.
Hydrarg., Hyd. Chlor. Opium with a purge. Cinchona,
Quina, in chronic cases. Locally, Cotton wool, Flannel.
Warm pediluvia. Liniments of Opium, Belladonna, Conium.
Lotion or foot-bath of Carb. Soda. Blister above joint.
GRAVEL. See Calculous diseases.
GUMS, Looseness or Bleeding of.
Tooth-powders of Alum, Catechu, Quinine, &c. Mouthwashes of same, of Sulph. Zinc, Tannin, Nit. Silver, Myrrh.,
Borax.
H.MATEMESIS. Bleeding from Stomach.
Farinaceous diet. Cold drinks, and Ice. Pil. Hydrarg., 01.
Ricini, Aloes. Quinine. Acid. Sulph. dil. Ice externaiiy
in aggravated cases.
HEMOPTYSIS. Spitting of Blood.
Bleeding in plethoric cases. A blister or mustard poultice
to chest. Low diet. Cold drinks, or Ice. Rest. Antim. P.
Tart. Acid. Sulph. dil. Plumb. Acet. Terebinthinse 01.
Tinct. Opii. Catechu. Acid. Tannic. Tinct. Digitalis.
Potassse Nitras.
HMMORRHAGE, INTERNAL. See Hmematemesis, Haemoptysis, &c.
HAMORRHIAGE, EXTERNAL. See Epistaxis, Purpura, Scurvy.




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HAEMORRB OIDS. Piles.
Aloes, Rhubarb, Castor oil. Electuaries of Senna, Sulphur;
Jalap. Tartrate Potash.  Confection of Black Pepper,
Ointments, Astringent, of Alui, Lead, Mercury, Ox.
Mercury, Zinc, Gall, Tannin. Anodyne, of Opium, Belladonna, Morphia, Stramonium. Lotions, Astringent, of
Sulph. Zinc, Diacet. of Lead, Bichlor. Merc., Sul. Copper,
Nit. Silver. Anodyne, of Opium, Poppies, &c.
HEADACHE. See Cephalalgia.
HEART, INFLAMMATION OF. See Endocarditis, Pericarditis.
HAIR, Loss OF.
Unguentum Cantharidis. Tinctura Cantharidis. Pomatum
cum QuinA.  Lotio Hyd. Bichlor.  Ung. Bals. Peruv.
H EMICRANIA.
Quina. Ferri prseparata. Purgatives, if plethoric. Wine, if
reverse. Valeriana. Spir. 21th. Sulph. co. Chloroformyl.
HIEMIPLEGIA. See Paralysis.
HEPATITIS. See Liver, Inflammation of.
IHERNIA. Rupture.
Reduction. Truss to keep in place. When strangulated, Hot
bath, Opium, Chloroform, Tart. emetic to nauseate, Belladonna, Tobacco clyster, &c.
HERPES. See Cutaneous Affections.
HIccouGH. See Acidity, and Flatulence.
HOOPING-COUGH.
Vinumn. Antim. Tart. Vin. Ipecac., Pulv. Ipecac. co. Pulv.
Jacobi ver. Ammonia, et Carb.  Oxymel Scills. Spir.
AJth. Nit. Potass. Bicarb. Cinchona, Quina. Assafoetida,
Moschus. Bals. Tolut. Copaiba. Externally, Linim. 01.
Succini. Linim. Ammonie. Linim. Saponis. Linim. Opii.
Emplast. Assafoetide, Emp. Belladonnme.
HIYDROPHOBIA.
After bite, Caustics (Actual Cautery, Chloride Zinc, Potassa
fusa).  DqLuring paroxysmn, lce to spine and cranium.
Chloroform. Opium. Cannabis.    Wine.




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HYDROCEPHALUS. Water oh the brain.
Potassii lodidum. Ferri Iodidum. Quina. Vinum. Purgatives
(Hyd. Chlor., Pil. Hyd., Jalapa, 01. Ricini, 01. Crotonis).
Diuretics (Digitalis, Scilia). Locally, during fever, Cold
applications.  When chronic, Blistering, Mustard poultices, Stimulating liniments.
HYDROTHORAX. Water. on the chest.
With general dropsy. See Anasarca.
After Pleurisy.  See Pleurisy.
HYPOCHONDRIA.
Change of air and scene. Mild purgative course. Quina
and tonics. Rem. for Dyspepsia.
HYSTERIA.
Mild purging. Aloes. Ferrum. Quina. Stimulants (Ammonia,
Amm. Carb., ZEther. Sulph., Spir. ~Eth. Nit., Assafoetida,
Valeriana, Castoreum, Moschus, Sp. Succini). Ferri Zinci,
et QuinaeValerianates. Quina and tonics. Opium, Morphia.
IMPETIGO. See Cutaneous affections.
IRITIS.
Hyd. Chlor., Pil. Hyd. Leeching. Blisters to temple. Turpentine internally. Darkness.
ISCHURIA. Suppression of urine.
Bleeding, Hot bath, Opium. 01. Ricini, Aloes. Pulv. Ipecac.
co. Liq. Ammon. Acet.
ITCH. See Seabies.
JAUNDICE. See Hepatitis, and Gall-stones.
When no severe pain or fever, Emetics (Antim. Tart., Ipecacuanha); then Purgatives (Pil. Hyd., Hyd. Chlor.,
Jalapa, Magnes. Sulph.). Balneum Acid. Nitro-mur.
JOINTS, INFLAMMATION OF. See Gout, Rheumatism, Scrofula.
KIDNEYS, INFLAMMATION OF. See Bright's disease, and Calculous affections.
LABOUR, RETARDED.
If no obstruction, Ergota. Sodze Biboras. Contrajerva.
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LARYNGITIS.
Acute. Bleeding, Leeching. Tart. emet.   Calomel and
Opium.   Threatened st6ffocation, Warm bath, Tracheotomy.
Chrionic. Blisters. Cataplasm. Sinapis. Unguent. Antim.
Tart. Nit. Silver, locally. Internally, Potassii Iodidum.
Iyd. Chlor.  For Dyspncea, Opium Belladonna, Stramonium.
LEUCORRH(EA.
Jnternally: Ferri proeparata. Potassii lodidum.  Copaiba.
Terebinthina. Guaicum. Opium. Acid. Sulph. dil. and
other astringents.  Locally, Nit. Silver, Alum, Acet.
Lead, Sulph. Copper, Sulph. Zinc, Tannin, Gallic acid.,
Tinct. Galls, Tinct. Catechu, Decoct. QuercGs, Tinct. Iodinii, Tinct. Opii.
LEPXA. See Cutaneous affections.
LIVER, INFLAMMATION OF.
Leeching and Cupping. Leeches to arms. Blisters, when
fever has subsided. Ung. Hydrargyri, Linim. Hydrarg.
Pil. Hydrarg., Hyd. Chlor. Magnes. Sulph., Aloes, Senna.
Antim. P. Tart. Ipecacuanha. Rheum.
Chronic. Pot. Iod. Acid. Nit. dil. Balneum Nitro-muriaticum. Taraxa cum.
LUMBAGO.
Rem. for Rheumatism   (Alkalies, Purgatives, Colchicum).
Potassii Iodidum.  Aloes, Opii.  Ung. Belladonnee.
Emp. Belladonn. Emp. Saponis c. Opio. Quina.
LUNGS, INFLAMMATION OF. See Pneumonia.
MAMMIE, INFLAMMATION OF.
Ricini 01. Salines. Poultices. Ung. Opii, Decoct. Papav.,
Ung. Belladoin.
MANIA.
Cold douche, Shower-bath.  Quiet. Purgatives.  Opium.
Belladonna.
MARASMUS.
Wine and good living. Oleum Morrhuse. Quina and tonic.
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MEASLES. See Fevers, Eruptive; and Cough.
MELANCHOLIA.
Tonics. Purgatives. Wine. Pil. Hydrarg. Aloes.
MENINGITIS. See Arachnitis.
MENORRHAGIA.
Leeching. Rest in recumbent posture. Cool acid drinks.
Ice to vulvae. Saline purgatives, Pil. Hydrarg. Astringents (Plumb. Acet., Alum, Acid Tan.), externally and
internally. Quina, Steel, and Wine, for exhaustion.
MOUTH, AFFECTIONS OF. See Aphthe, Cancrum oris, Foetor, &c.
INEURALGIA.
Inflamratory. See Rheumatism, Gout. Warm fomentations. Decoct. Papav. Ung. et Linim.  Opii et Belladonnse,
EItermittent. Quina and tonics. Arsenic. Pot. Iodidum.
Chronic. Linim. et Ung. Opii aut Belladonnae. Emp. Aconiti. Ung. Aconitince.
NERVOUS EXCITABILITY.
Assafoetida, Valeriana, Camphora, Moschus, Castoreum,
Ammonia. Hyoscyamus, Opium. Ether Sulph. Quina
and tonics. Ferri prsep. Zinci prep. Argenti Oxidum.
NIPPLES, EXCORIATION OF.
Glyeerina. Ung. Opii. Ung. Zinci. Ung. Plumbi Acet.
Emplast. Opii, Emplast. Belladonnae.
NODES. See Periostitis.
ONYCHIA. Whitlow.
Poulticing, Lancing. Removing edge of nail. Ung. Zinci,
Ung. Hyd. Nit. Ox. Argent. Nit.
OPHTHALMIA. See Rheumatism, Scrofula.
Astringents (Unguent. vel Lotio Argent. Nitratis, Lotio
Plumb. Diacet., Aluminis, Cupri Sulph., Zinci Sulph.,
Roste inf. co.; Ung. Zinci to lids). Anodynes (Vin. Opii,
Decoct. Papav., Tinct. Belladonna).  Internally, Pil.
Hyd. Pot. Iod. Quina.




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ORCHITIS. Inflamed testicle.
Acute. Leeching. Antim. P. Tart. Pil. Hyd. 01. Ricini.
Low diet.
Chronic. Strapping. Ung. Hyd. Potassii Iodidum or Pil.
Hyd., internally.
OZENA.
Pil. Hydrarg. Potassii Iodidum. Injections of Argent.
Nit., Alum, Acid. Tan., Liq. Calcis Chlor.
PALPITATION OF HEART.
Remedies for Inflammation; if none, Remedies for Acidity
or Nervous excitability.
PARALYSIS.
Recent. Rest and Saline purgatives.
Chronic. Nux vomica, Strychnia. Hyd. Bichlor. Toxicodendron. Electricity. Arg. Nit. Phosphorus. Frictions of Arnica, Armoracia, Tinct. Nuc. vom., Sinapis,
Cantharides.
PERICARDITIS. Inflammation of pericardium.  See Rheumatism.
Acute. Bleeding, Cupping, or Leeching. Antimi. P. Tart.
repeatedly. Morph. Acet. Hyd. Chlor. repeatedly, and
Opium; Saline purges. Blister, kept open.
Chronic. Blisters. Ung. Antim. P. Tart. Ung. Hydrarg.
Pil. Hydrarg. Digitalis. Scilla. Colchicum. Alkalies.
Quina.
PERIOSTITIS.
Fomentation of Poppies. Linim. Opii. Linim. Belladonne.
Ung. Hyd., Ung. Pot. Iod., Ung. Iodinii. Internally,
Pot. Iodidum. Pil. Hydrarg. Sarsa.
PERITONITIS. Inflammation of peritoneum.
Leeching. Hot fomentations. Decoct. Papav. Emp. Terebinthinme.  Antim. P. Tart. Hyd. Chlor. and Opium.
Enema Terebinth., Enema Opii, Enema 01. Ricini.
Chronic cases. Blisters, Calomel, Purgatives.
PHRENTITIS. See Brain, Inflammation of.




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PHTHISIS. Consumption.
Incipient. Change of air, bracing. Exercise. Morrhum
Oleum. Quina. Potassii Iodidum. Ferri praeparata.
Confirmed.  See Remedies for Hmemoptysis and Sweating.
Blisters to chest. Ung. Antim. P. Tart. Emetics occasionally. For cough, Opium, Squill, Conium, or Strammonium. For diarrhoea, Opium, Acidum Tannicum, Acid.
Sulph. dil., Plumb. Acet., Cupri Sulph. For vomiting,
Magnes. Sulph., Acid. Hydrocyan. dil., Creasote. Wine
and support. Mild moist climate.
PLEURITIS. Inflammation of pleura.
Acute. Bleeding or leeching. Antim. P. Tart. repeatedly.
Pil. Hyd., Hyd. Chlor. Senna, Magnes. Sulph.
Chronic, with effusion. Blisters. Hyc. Chlor., Pil. Hyd.
Tapping. Quina. Wine and support.
PNEUMONIA. Inflammation of lung.
Acute. Antim. P. Tart. repeatedly. Pil Hyd. or Hyd.
Chlor.
Chronic. Blistering. Ung. Antim. P. Tart. Saline purges.
Hyd. Chlor. Wine and Ammonia in low cases.
PoRRIGO.
Wash head, cut away hair. Apply Acid. Sulph. dil., Acid.
Acet. fort., Argent. Nit., Lotio Zinc. Sulph., Cupri Sulph.,
Plumb. Acet., P. Diacet., &c. Ung. Sulphuris, Ung.
Sulph Iodidi. Sod. Hyposulph.
PLETHORA.
Purgatives. Low diet. Exercise.
PRURITIS. Itching.
Alkaline lotions (Carb. Soda, Carb. Potash, Sodme Bibor.).
Liq. Sodae Chlorin. Decoct. Papav. Ung. Belladon.
PURPURA. See Scurvy.
PYROSIS. Water-brash.
Quina and tonics. Pills of Rhubarb and Aloes. Alkalies,
if liquid vomited be acid.  Acid. Sulph. dil., if it be




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alkaline. Ferri praparata.  Kino, Catechu, Acid. Tannic.
QuINSY.  See Tonsils, Inflammation of.
RACHITIS.
Calcis Phosph., Magnes. Phosph., Acid. Phosph. dil. Ferri
prseparata. Quina and tonics. Iodide Potassium. Alkalies, and treatment for Scrofula.
RHEUMATISM.
Acute. Bleeding, Leeches. Antim. P. Tart. Hyd. Chlor.
Opium. Morph. Acet. Pot. Bicarb. Pot. Nit. Succ.
Limonis. Cotton wool and Alkaline lotions to joints.
Heart affection. See Pericarditis, Endocarditis.
Chronic. Alkalies (Pot. vel Sod. Bicarb.).  Cotton wool
and Alkaline lotions to joints. Cathartics (Hyd. Chlor.
Senna, Colocynth, Sod. P. Tart., &c.). Salines. Diaphoretics. Ipecacuanha.' Colchicum. Guaiacum. Pot.
lodidumn. Quina.
RINGWORM. See Porrigo.
ROSEOLA.
Attention to teeth. Mild Aperients (01. Ricini, Senna,
Rheum, Sod. P. Tart.). Ipecacuanha.
RUPIA.
Pot. Iodidum. Wine and generous living. Dec. Sarsae.
Quina. Poultices to scabs.
SALIVATION.
Leave off Mercury. Acid. Sulph. dil. Potassii lodidum.
Mouth-washes of Sulph. Copper, Catechu, Tannic acid,
Borax. Ricini Oleum.
SCABIES. Itch.
Ung. Sulph., Ung. Sulph. co., Ung. Sulph. Iod. Ung. vel
Lotio Sod. Carb. Ung. Sod. Hyposulph. Ung. Htellebori.
Sulphur baths. Internally, Sulphur and Alkaline sulphurets.
SCARLATINA. See Fevers, Eruptive.
Saline purges. Potassme Chloras. Liq. Sode Chlorin. Acid.
Nit. dil. Gargle of Myrrh.




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SCIATICA.
Aperients (Senna, Colocynth, Aloes). Warm bath. Friction. Terebinthina. Emp. vel Linim. Opii. Emp. Belladonnle.
SCIRRIUS. See Cancer.
SCROFULA. 
Fresh air, Exercise, Generous diet.  Potassii lodidum.
Tinct. Iodinii co., internally, and externally to swellings.
Ferri Iodidum. Ferri Carb., Ammon. Cit., Sesquichlor.,
&c.; Cinchona, Quina. Pil. Hyd. Occasional Aperients.
Liquor Potassve. Barii Chloridum. Morrhuse Oleum.
Conium?
SCURVY, or Purpura.
Mixed diet. Vegetable food, fresh.  Milk.  Succus Limonum, Acidun Citricum, other Vegetable acids. Tonics.
Wine. Gargles and fomentations of Vinegar.
SEA-SICKNESS.
Chloroform (five drops in water). Creasote (three drops).
IEth. Sulph., Sp. ZEth. Nit. Wine, Brandy.  Sp. Ammon. Aro-nat. Warm plasters to pit of stomach.
SLEEPLESSNESS.
Opium, Morphia, Liq. Morph. Bimec.; Morph. Acet., Hydrochlor.  Syrup. Papav.  Lactucarium.  Camphora.
Pillow of Hops.
SNAKEBITES.
Ammonia, internally and externally.  Ether.  Wine and
support. Olivse Oleim rubbed in. Cautery to bite.
SORE-THROAT. See Throat, Inflammation of.
SPASMODIC DISEASES. See Hysteria, Epilepsy, Nervous excitability.
SPLEEN, ENLARGEMENT OF. See Ague, and Scrofula.
SPRAINS.
Lotion of Tinct. Arnica. Lotions of Ammon. Hydrochlor.,
Nit. Pot., &c. Decoct. Papav.  Linim. Opii.  Emp.
Opii, Emp. Belladonna. Bandaging.




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STOMACH, AFFECTIONS OF.    See Acidity, Flatulence, Dyspepsia, Gastralgia, Cancer, HTematemesis.
STRANGURY, or Dysuria.
Warm bath.   Suppository or Enema of Opium. Nit. Pot.
Sp. ZEth. Nit.
SWEATING, PROFUSE. See Ague, and Phthisis.
Acid. Sulph. dil. Quina. Catechu. Haematoxylon. 01.
Ricini.
SYPHILIS.
To sore. See Chancre.
Primary forms. Pil. Hyd., Hyd. Chlor., and Lotio Hydrarg. Ox.
Secondary. Pot. Iodidum.  Hyd. Bichlor.
Tertiary. Pot. Iodidum.  Sarsa.  Quina. Acid. Nit. dil.
Wine and support. Alkalies. Auri praeparata.
TAPE-WORM.
Brisk Cathartics (Senna, Colocynth, Jalapa, Scammonium,
Hyd. Chlor., 01. Ricini, &c.).  Radix Filicis maris.
Terebinthina. Brayera.
TOOTHACHE.
Extraction.  Stopping. Warm fomentations. Bag of hot
salt or sand. Tinct. Opii or Tinct. Belladonnae to cheek.
Pledget of cotton wool to tooth with Creasote, Chloroform,
Tinct. Opii, or Tinct. Camph.
TESTICLE, INFLAMMATION OF. See Orchitis.
TETANUS.
Cold affusion.  Opium, Morphia. Antim. P. Tart. Ice to
spine. Belladonna, Conium, Cannabis, Hyoscyamus, Camphora, &c. Chloroform by inhalation. Ammonia. In
mild cases, Quina, Wine, Aperients.
THROAT, INFLAMMATION OF. See Laryngitis, Diphtheria, Scarlatina, Phthisis, Syphilis.
Simple sore-throat. Cataplasma Sinapis. Flannel to throat,
Sp. _Eth. Nit. Saline purgative.
Atonic sore-throat. Nit. Silver topically. Gargles of Alum,
Acid. Hydrochlor., Tannin, &c. Quina.




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TINEA CAPITIS. See Porrigo.
TONSILS, INFLAM.MATION OF. Tonsillitis, Quinsy.
Leeches and hot fomentations to throat. Antim. P. Tart.
Ipecacuanha, P. Ipecac. co. Aperients (Pil. Hyd., Magnes.
Sul., 01. Ricini).  Guaiacum.  Nit. Silver, or Tinct.
Iodine, to tonsils.
TENESMUS.
Purgatives (01. Ricini, Rheum).  Ipecacuanha. Opium.
Enema Opii. Assafoetida. Ammonia, Cordials.
TRISMUS. See Tetanus.
ULCERS.
Strapping. Bandaging. Poulticing.  Ointment of Chalk.
Ung. Zinci, Ung. Plumbi Acet. Emp. Plumbi vel Saponis, Emp. Resinse.  Stimulating applications (Ung.
Argent. Nit., Cupri Sulph., Cupri Diacet.; Ung. Hydrargyri, Hyd. Nitratis, Hyd. Nit. Ox., Hyd. Amnmon. Chlor.,
Lotio Hyd. Ox., Hyd. Binox., Plumbi Diacet., Ung.
Mezerei). Astringents (Alumen, Ung. Gallse, Acid. Tan.,
Zinci Sul.).  Anodynes (Ung. et Emp. Opii et Belladonnoe, Ung. et Emp. Conii). Deodorizing (Ung. Carbonis, Lotio Calcis Chlor.). Caustics (Acid. Nit., Zinci
Chlor., Argent. Nit., Potassa fusa).
URETIIRITIS. See Gonorrhoea.
URINE, INCONTINENCE OF.
Cold bathing. Suppository or enema of Opium. Tinct.
Canth. with Tinct. Hyoscyami. Alkalies. Tinct. Ferri
S.-chlor.
URINE, RETENTION OF. See Ischuria.
URTICAR IA.
Alkaline lotions (Sod. Carb. et Bicarb., Pot. Carb. et Bicarb.).
Alkalies internally.  Antim. P. Tart.  Ipecacuanha.
Rheum. Senna.
UTERUS, INFLAMMATION OF.
Warm fomentations. Opium, Morphia. Belladonna. Oleum
Ricini. Inject. of Decoct. Papav.




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UVULA, RELAXATION OF.
Quina. Ferri prseparata, Nit. Silver or Tinct. Iodin. locally.
Pulv. Alum. Astringent gargles. Excision.
VOMITING.
Attention to cause. Acid. Hydrocy. dil. CO'easoton, Chloroformyl. Morphia. Bimnuthi Nit. Alkalies.   Quina.
WARTS. See Condylomata.
WoRMs. See Tape-worm.
Cathartics (Hyd. Chlor., Jalapa, Scammonium, Senna, Colocynthis; Terebinthine 01., followed by 01. Ricini). Stanni
Pulv. Macuna. Santonica.   Spigelia. Brayera. Filix
mas. Tanacetum.    Assafoetida. Enema of salt.
YELLOW FEVER.
Emetic (Zinc. Sulph., Ipecacuanha, or Salt); followed by
Hyd. Chlor., repeated doses. Tiglii 01. Opium. Cold
sponging. Astringents for hemlorrhage. Stimulants for
collapse. During convalescence, Quina, or Cusparia.