DEPARTMENT OF .5A'ta..2.S. 035 * CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS. BOOKS ARE NOT TO BE TAKEN FROM THE LIBRARY ROOM. Return this book on or before the Latest Date stamped below. University of Illinois Library L161— H41 V Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2016 with funding from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Alternates https://archive.org/details/bookofprescripti00beas_0 THE CONTAINING MOEE THAN 3000 PRESCRIPTIONS COLLECTED EROM THE PRACTICE OF THE MOST EMINENT PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS - I'ragtt COMPEISING 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 1876 PEEFACE. The success of this work is sufficient proof that it has supplied a want which had long been felt. It has been the aim of the Editor to com- pile a volume, sufficiently comprehensive, in which the prescriber might find, under the head of each remedy, the manner in which that remedy could, be most effectually administered alone, or in combination with other medicines. The Fifth Edition has been revised throughout. All the recent medicines, together with their therapeutics and doses, have been added, and more than three hundred old formulae replaced by new prescriptions. An epitome of Aliments and Mineral Waters precedes the Index of Diseases. London, June, 1876. V SIGNS AND ABBREVIATIONS OCCURRING IN PRESCRIPTIONS. Beferring to the Operation, p:, Becipe, take. M.y Misce, mix. F., Fac, Fiaty make, let there be made. Fiv.y Fivide, divide. Solv.y Solve, dissolve. F.S.A.y Fac secundem arfem, make or prepare according to the rules of the art. M.S.D.y Misce, signa, da, mix, write (the label or direction), and deliver to the patient. Bef erring to Quantitg, Weight, or Proportion, A, ad, ana, of each. Singulorum, of each. Q.S.y Quantum sufftcit, as much as is sufficient. ' Q.L.y Quantum luhet, as much as you please. C.yCong.y CongiuSy a gallon. O. y Octavius y a pint ; 20 fluid ounces. lb, Libra, a pound (avoirdupois weight) ; 16 ounces. % JJncia, an ounce ; 8 drachms ; 437i grains, f 5 , Fluiduncia, a fluid ounce. (This f is often omitted.) 5, Lrachma, a drachm ; 54*7 grains, f 5, Fluidrachma, a fluid drachm. 9, ScrupuluSy a scruple ; 18*2 grains. Gr.y Granum, a grain. Minimum, a minim, or drop ; alsck gtt., gutta. SS.y Semis, a half. Bef erring to the Form of the Preparation to he Mixed or Compounded. Co., Comp., Compositus, compound. P. y Pulv.y Fidvis, a powder. VI SIGNS AND ABBREVIATIONS. Pil., Pilula^ a pill. JExt.y Tlxtraotum^ an extract. Elect. f Electuariumi an electuary. BoL, Bolus, a large pill. X^g., Liquor, a solution. Tinct., Tinctura, a tincture. Irf., Infusum, an infusion. JDec., Decoct., Decoctum, a decoction. Mist., Mistura, a mixture. Maust., Eaustus, a draught. Sp., a spirit. Syr., a syrup. Bot., Potus, Potio, a drink. Coll., Collyrium, an eyewater. Collut., Collutorium, a mouth-wash. Inj., Injectio, an injection. En., Enema, a clyster. Gary., Gargarisma, a gargle. Lot., Lotio, a lotion. Lin., Lmimentum, a liniment. Bain., Balneum, a hath. Empl., Emplastrum, a plaster. 01., Oleum, an oil. Eeferrinrj to the Administration. Cap., Sum., Capiat, Sumat, let the patient take. Elg., JEger, uEgra, the patient, the sick man, or woman. Let., Detur, let it be given. Part. Miam, 4itam, Qtam, Partem tertiam, quartam, sextaniy the third, fourth, or sixth part (accusative case). Semel, his, ter in d., once, twice, thrice a day. E., Eora, an hour. E. S., Eord somni, at bedtime. O. n., Omni nocte, every night. O. m., Omni mane, every morning. Coch., Cochleare, a spoonful. Poc., Poculum, a cup. Cyath., Cyaihus, a wineglass. Vll LIST OF LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES LESS FREQUENTLY MET WITH IN PRESCRIPTIONS. library Abdomen, tlie belly; abdominis, of the belly; ahdomini, to the belly. Absents 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 Loud. Pharmacopoeia the term singulorum is employed instead of ana. Aqua, water. Aqua astricta, frozen water. Aqua bulUens, boiling water. Aqua communis, common water. Aqua fluviatilis, river water. Aqua marina, sea water. Aqua nivalis, snow water. Aqua pluviatilis, or Aqua pltivialis, rain water. Aqua fervens, hot water. Aqua fontana, or Aqua fontis, or Aqua fontalis, spring water. Vlii LATIN WOELS AND PHRASES. Auris, the ear. Aut, or. Balneum Marice, or Balneum marls ^ a warm water bath. Balneum raporosum, or Balneum vaporis, a vapour bath. Barbade7isis, Barbadoes; Aloe Barhadensis. Bene, well. Bibe, drink (thou). Biduum, two days. Bis indies, twice a da 3 ^ Bulliat, or Bulliant, let boil. Butyrum, butter. Cceruleus, blue. Calef actus, warmed. Calomelas, calomel, or chloride of mercur 3 ^ Capiat, let the patient take. Caute, cautiousl}^. Charta, paper. Cochlear, or Cochleare, a spoonful, a tablespoonful. Cocli- leatim, by spoonfuls. Cochleare amplum, a large (or table) spoonful, about half an ounce. Cochleare inf antis, a child’s spoonful. a large spoonful. Cochleare medium, Cochleare modicum, a middling spoonful — ^. e., a child’s or dessert spoonful : about f 5ij. Cochleare pa^'vum, a small (or tea) spoonful : about f 5j« Cibus, food. Coctio, boiling. Cornu cervi, hartshorn. Cornu cervi ustum, burnt hartshorn. Cola, strain. Colatus, strained. Colaturce, to, or of, the strained liquor. Coletur, let it be strained. Colentur, let them be strained. Coloretur, let it be coloured, Compositus, compounded. Concisus, cut. Cor gins, a gallon. Conse^'va, a conserve ; also, keep thou. Cojitinuantur o'eiiiedia, let the remedies be continued. Contusus, bruised. Coqiie, boil ; coquantur, let them he boiled. Coque ad medietatis conswnptionem, boil to the consumption of half. LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. IX Coque in siifficiente quantitate aqucBt boil in a sufficient quantity of water. Cor,i Cordis y the heart. CorteXi hark. Coxa^ the hip. Gras, to-morrow. Gras vesperey to-morrow evening. Gras mane sumendusy to be taken to-morrow morning. Gras noctey to-morrow night. CrastinuSy for to-morrow. Cucurhitula cruentay a cupping glass with the scarificator. CujuSy of which. Cujuslibety of any. Cuniy with. Cyatho thecBy in a cup of tea. Cyatlms, ^ el ^ 1 wineglass : from f^iss to f ^ij. Cyathus vinarmSy J ° Day give. De (prep.), of, or from. Deaurentur pilulce^ let the pills be gilt. Dehita spissitudoy a proper consistence. DebituSy due, proper. Decantay pour off. Decemy ten ; decimuSy the tenth. DecubituSy lying down. De die in diemy from day to day. DeglutiatuVy may be (or let be) swallowed. Dejeetiones alvi, stools. DetuVy let it be given. Detur in duploy let twice as much be given. Dexter y dextray the right. Diebus alterniSy every other day. Dilue, dilutuSy dilute (thou), diluted. DiluculOy at break of day. DimidiuSy one half. Direetione propridy with a proper direction. Dividatur in partes cequaleSy let it be divided into equal parts. Dolory pain. DoneCy uutil. Donee alvus bis dejiciaiur, until the bowels have been twice evacuated. X LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. Donee alvus solutafuerity until the bowels shall be opened. Donee dolor nephritieus exulaveritj until the nephritic pain be removed. Dosisy a dose. Durante dolore, while the pain lasts. Dadem (fern.), the same. EhurneuSy made of ivory. Dduleorata, edulcorated. Djusdem, of the same. Dleetuariumy an electuary. Dmesisy vomiting. Dnemay a clyster ; enematay clysters. Dvanuerity shall have disappeared. Dxhibeatury let it be exhibited. Dxtende super alutam mollemy spread (thou) upon soft leather. Faoy make; jiatyjianty let it or them be made. Fae pilulas duodeeiniy make 12 pills. Farinay flour. Faseieulusy a bundle, which can be carried under the arm. Fehre durantey during the fever. FebriSy fever. Femorihus^nternisy to the inner parts of the thighs. FervenSy boiling. Fiat haustusy let a draught be made. Fiat lege artis, let it be made by the rules of art. Fiat misturay let a mixture be made. Fiat seeundum artis regulaSy let it be made according to the rules of art. Fiat venceseetiOy bleed. Fietilis, earthen. FiltrUy filter (thou). Filtrumy a filter. FisUda armatay a clyster pipe and bladder fitted for use. FluiduSy liquid. Formida, a prescription. Frustillatiniy in little pieces. Fuerity shall have been. Gargarismay a gargle. Gelatind qudviSy in any kind of jelly. Gradatiniy by degrees. LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. XI Grana sex 'pondere^ six grains by weight. Granum^ grain; grana, grains. GratuSi pleasant. Gutta, a drop ; guttce, drops. Guttatim, by drops. Guttis quibusdaMi with a few drops. Harum jpUularum sumantur tres, let 3 of these pills be taken. Haustusy a draught. Hehdomada, a week. HerhOy a herb. Heriy yesterday. HiCy iToeCy hocy this. HirudOy a leech. Soray an hour. Hord decuhituSy at the hour of going to bed. Sord somniy just before going to bed. Sord undecimd matutind, at the eleventh hour in the morn- ing. Horce unius spatioy at the expiration of an hour. Horis intermediiSy in the intermediate hours. Ideniy the same. IdoneuSy proper. Imprimis, first. Indies, from day to day, or daily. Incide, cut (thou) ; incisus, being cut. Inf unde, pour in, InjectiOy an injection. hijiciatur enema, let a clyster be given. In pulmentOy in gruel. InstaVy as big as. Inter, between. Internusy inner. Jam, now, already. Julepusy Julepum, Julapiumy a julep. Jusculuniy broth. Juxta, near to. Kali prceparatum {lotassce carbonas'), prepared kali, or carbonate or bicarbonate of potash. Lac, milk. Lana, fianiiel. Languor f faintness. Xll LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. Lateri dolentiy to the side that is painful. Lectus, a bed. Linteum^ lint. Magnus, large. Mane, in the morning. Mane primo, very early in the morning. Manipulus, a handful. Manus, the hand. Massa, a mass. Massa pilularis, a pill mass. Matutinus, in the morning, early. Medius, middle. Mica panis, crum of bread. Minimum, a minim. Minutum, a minute. Misce, mix. Mistura, a mixture. Mitte, send ; mittatur, or mittantur, let be sent. Mitte sanguinem ad uncias duodecim saltern, take away blood to 12 ounces at least. Modicus, middlesized. Modo prcescripto, in the manner prescribed. Mora, delay. More dicto, in the manner directed. More solito, in the usual manner. Mortarium, a mortar. Necnon, also. Nisi, unless. Novem, nine. Nox, noctis, night. Nticlia, the nape of the neck. Numerus, number. Nux Moschata, a nutmeg. Octarius, a pint. Octavus, eighth. Oeto, eight. Oleum Uni sine igne, cold drawn linseed oil. Omni Jiora, every hour. Omni hiduo, every two days Omni hihorio, every two hours. Omni mane, every morning. Omni node, every night. LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. XIH Omni quadrante Tiorce^ every quarter of an hour. Opus, need, occasion. Ovum, an egg. Oz., TJncia, the ounce avoirdupois, or common weight. P annus, a rag. Pars, partis, a part. Partes cequales, equal parts. Partitis vicihus, in divided doses. Parvulus, an infant; Coch, parvulum, a teaspoonful. Parvus, little. Pastillus, pastillum, a little ball of paste, to take like a lozenge, &c. Pediluvium, a footbath. Peractd operatione emetici, when the operation of the emetic is finished. Per deliquium, by deliquescence. Pergo, pergere, to go on with. Ph. B., B. P., or B., for British Pharmacopoeia. Ph. T>., Pharmacopoeia Duhlinensis. Ph. B., Pharmacopoeia Bdin- ensis. Ph. L., Pharmacopoeia Londinensis, Ph. U. S., Pharmacopoeia of the United States. Pociilum, a cup ; pocillum, a little cup. i Pondere, by weight. Pondus civile, civil weight (avoirdupois weight). Pondus medicinale, medicinal (apothecaries^) weight(obsolete). Pone aurem, behind the ear. Post singulas sedes liquidas, after every loose stool. Potus, drink. Prceparata,.pvep 2 ivedi. Primus, the first. Primo mane, very early in the morning. Pro ratione cetatis, according to the age of the patient. Pro re natd, according as circumstances arise {i. e., occa- sionally). Pugillus, a pinch ; a gripe between the thumb and first two fingers. Pulvis ; pulverizatus, a powder — powdered. Pyxis, a pill-box. Quantum luhet, 1 , , quantum placet, | Quantum sufficiat, or Quantum satis, as much as is sufficient. XIV LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. Quantum vis^ Quantum volueris, as much as you will. Qudqud hord, each hour. QuartuSy the fourth. QuatuoVy four. Quinque, five. Quintus, the fifth. Quorum, of which. Hecipe, take. Ratio, proportion. Redactus in pulverem, powdered. Redig atur in pulverem, let it he reduced to powder. Regio umhilici, the umbilical region. Reliquus, remaining. Repet atur, repetantur, let it or them he continued. Respondeo, to answer. Retineo, to keep. Saltern, at least. Scatula, a box. Scilicet, namely. Secundum artem, according to art. Secundum naturam, according to nature. Secundus, second. Sedes, the alvine evacuation. Semel, once. Semi, semis, a half. Semidrachma, half a drachm. Semihora, 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. Simul, together. Sine, without. Singulorum, of each. Si non valeat, if it do not answer. Si opus sit, if there be occasion. Si vires permittant, if the strength will bear it. LATIN WORDS AND PHRASES. XV Signetur nomine propriOy let it be written upon with the proper name (not a trade name). Sity let it be. Solus, alone. Solvoy solvere, solutus, to dissolve, dissolved or loosened. SomnuSy sleep. Spiritus vini rectificatus, rectified spirit of wine. Spiritus vini tenuis, proof spirit. Spiritus vinosusy ardent spirit of any strength. Statim, immediately. Stety let it stand ; stent, let them stand. Suh finem coctionis, when the boiling is nearly finished. SuhactuSy 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. Superhibendo Tiaustum, drinking afterwards this draught. Tabella (dim. of tabula, a table), a lozenge. Talisy such a one. Tempori dextro, to the right temple. TempuSy temporis, time or temple. Ter, three times. Ter this, third. Tinctura, tincture. Tinctura opii, tincture of opium. Tinctura opii camphorata, paregoric elixir. It is now called Tinct. camphorce composita, or cum opio, Tresy three. Triduum, three days. Tritura, triturate. Trochisci, troches or lozenges. TerOy to rub. TussiSy a cough. Ultimo prcescriptuSy the last ordere 1. Una, together. Utor, uti, to make use of. Vas vitreum, a glass vessel. VeMculum, a vehicle. XVI GAUBITJS’ TABLE. VencBsectio hrachii, bleeding in the arm. Vesper^ vesperisy the evening. Vicesy turns. Vires, strength. Vitellus, yolk. Vitello ovi solutus, dissolved in the yolk of an egg. Vitrum, glass. Vomitione urgente, the vomiting being troublesome. GAUBIUS TABLE. Begulating 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 „ 2 „ 3 „ 4 „ 7 » 14 „ 20 From 21 — 60, the full dose. 5 grains. 8 „ 10 „ 15 „ 1 scruple. ^ a drachm. 2 scruples. 1 drachm. Above 60, an inverse gradation should be observed. A * denotes that the preparations are not otticinal. BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS *ABELMOSCHUS. Music Seeds. The seeds of Abelmoschus Moschatus (Nat. Ord. Mal~ vacetB) have the odour of musk, and are regarded as cordial and stomachic. In the West Indies, powdered and steeped in rum, they are used as a remedy for the bites of serpents. The only preparation used in this country is Tinctura Ahelmoschi ; dose, half a drachm to a drachm and a half. 1 9* Tinct. Abelmoschi, ^ . Tinct. LupulinJB, 5 iij. Liq. Potassse, 5 ij. Inf. Bucliu, 5 vj. Misce. ' Three tablespoonfuls three times a day. In Indigestion, with nervousness and high-coloured urinie. Dr. R. Reece. Absinthium, see Aetemisia. ACACIA. Gum Arabic. This gum is the product of Acacia vera, and other species (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce). It is demulcent; and is used, chiefly in solution, in irritations of the urinary and respi- ratory organs, of the intestinal canal, &c. Dose of Mucilago AcacicB, 1 to 4 drachms. The powdered gum with resin is used as a styptic ; and the mucilage has been recommended as an application to burns. 2 9= Mucil. Acaciee, Jiss. Aquae, f ^iiiss. Syrupi, f 5 SS. Misce. A tablespoonful frequently. In Bronchial Catarrh of Children. — Dr. Uee. 1 2 THE BOOH OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 3 Mucil. Acacite, f 3ij. Aquse, f ^v. Syr. Tolu. Aquse fl. Aurantii, aa f Mat mistura : Suiuat cociil. unuiu amplum secunda quaque liora. In Irritation of Mucous Membranes , — Dr. Joy. 4 Pulv. Acaciae, Mel. Opiinii, ana f 3ss. Misce. A teaspoonful frequently. In Catarrhal Cough , — Sainte Maeie. 5 5® Mucil. Acaciae, f^ij. Syr. Mori, f 5j. Aquae Rosse, f Tinct. Scillae, f5j. Misce. Cochlearia duo vel tria ampla sumantur subinde. Demulcent and Dxjgectorant , — Mr. Beande. ACETUM. ACIDITM ACETICUxM;* ACIDUM PYHO- LIGNEUM; ACIDUAI ACETICUM GLACIALE. Vinegar (common and distilled). Acetic and Pyroligneous Acid, Glacial Acetic Acid, Vinegar is refrigerant, antiseptic, astringent, and diuretic. It diminislies the sweating in hectic and other inflammatory fevers.. It is useful as an astringent gargle with infusion of sage. Dxternally it is discutient, styptic, and disinfectant : applied diluted to the shin, it allays any excessive heat and produces a soothing effect. It is the best and most convenient antidote in cases of poisoning by alkalies. Dose, 1 to 2 drachms, with diluent drinks. Distilled vinegar same properties and uses ; both may be regarded as weak acetic acid. Acetic acid, in its more concentrated state, is caustic and rubefacient ; its vapour is reviving, and is supposed to prevent infection ; diluted, it is used for subcutaneous injection in cancer. 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 denotes acetic acid from wood, which has been rectified, but not entirely freed THE BOOK OF BrESCBIPTIOHS. 8 from the creasote 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. Dose, 1 to 2 drachms. * Acidum Aceticum Aromaticiim contains the concentrated acid with aromatics. It is a more pleasant form than the dilute acetic acid. Dose, 5 to 15 minims. Glacial acetic acid is a colourless liquid with a pungent acetous odour, and is three times as strong as acetic acid. It is vesicant and caustic. When scented, it is used in vinaigrettes. Externally it is useful as a substitute when cantharides is contra-indicated. 6 K Aquae fl. Sambuci, f 3 x. Aceti Vini acerrimi, Exfc. Cinclionse, 5 iij. Sued Sambuci, 33 . Misce. A spoonful every hour. In Putrid Fevers, — Gesnee, 7 9 . Aceti destil., f 5ij. Aquae Lauro-cerasi, f 3 ij\ Syr. Rhccados, f 3 vj. Aquae destil., t ^v. Misce. ' Two tablespooiifuls every six hours. In Mucous Discharges, with Debility and Irritability of Stomach, Dr. Neligian. 8 9 Acidi Acetici Pyrolig., t»xxxv. Liq. Ammon. Acet. 1 5 iiss. Aquae Camphorae, f 3 J. Syi\ Zingiberis, f 5 ss. Misce : fiat haustus ter quaterve in die sumendus. In Offensive Discharges after Abortions, — Dr. Copland. 9 9 Acidi Pyrolignei rcct. 5j. Aquae fl. Aurantii, ^ij. Syr. Amygdalae, 33 . Misce. A large teaspooiiful every hour. In Gelatiniform Softening of Stomach, ^c., of Children, PlTSCilAPT. 9 Aceti com. f 3 j. Aquae, f 5 ij — iv. Misce. For Sponging the Body in Fevers * — Beande. 10 4 THE BOOK OF PBESCETPTIONSa 11 9- Aceti com. f Aquae, f 3v. Misce: fiat lotio. In Contusions, Sfc , — Dr. Peeeiea. 13 9 Aceti, 5ij. Ammon. Chloridi, 5j. Mellis, 3 iss. Aquae, 5 vij. Misce: fiat gargarisma. In Sore Throat.— M. DE Sante. 9 Aceti, fgiiss. Decoct. Hordei, fSxvj. Mel. Eosae, f 3iss. Misce : fiat gargarisma. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 14 9 Acidi Pyrolignei, 3j. Inf. Salviae, fvj. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Putrid Sore Fbanckel. 15 9 Acidi Acetici, f3j. Sp. Campliorae, t3iij. Misce : fiat embrocatio. As a Rubefacient. — Mr. Beande* 16 9 Acidi Acetici, f 3j. Aquae, f 3bj. Misce. The shaved scalp to be rubbed over with this acid. The red spots pro- duced 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 Cajpitis. — Dr, Wigan. 17 9 Acidi Acetici diluti, Mel. Boracis, aa 3j. Aquae, 3iv. Misce : fiat lotio. In Porrigo of Children. — Dr. Headland. 18 9 Myrrh ae pulv. 5j. 01. Cassiae, Tqij. Bals. Peruviani, rqiv. Acid. Pyrolig. rectif. 3 ij. Carbonis puTv. q. s. qt. fiat electuarium gingivale. As an Antiscorbutic to the Owns . — PhCEbus. For Acidum Benzoicitm, see Benzoinum. For Acidum Boeacicum, see Boeax. THU book of fkfsoeiptioks. 5 ACIDUM CARBOLICUM. Carlolic Acid. A crystalline solid, obtained in the distillation of coal tar between the temperatures of 320° and 392° F. It arrests fermentation and putrefaction, acts as a caustic if in strong solution, as a sedative if in weak solution. It is used ex- tensively as a disinfectant, and is employed in the anti- septic treatment of wounds, especially those produced by surgical operations. It retards ulceration and suppuration, and promotes healing. It is given internally for heartburn or painful dyspepsia with flatulence ; checks sickness and diarrhma; and is a vermifuge, diaphoretic, and vascular depressant. It is employed as a lotion in chronic skin diseases with irritation, and as a gargle in putrid sore throat. Dose of Jcidi Carholici, 1 to 3 grains in water or pill. Ghjcerinum Acidi Carbolici (1 part to 4 of glycerine), 5 to 10 minims in water, Suppositoria Acidi Carholici. Useful in cancer of uterus or rectum as a disinfectant. i *Emplastrum Acidi Carbolici (University College Hospital) is applied to all sores, to lessen the discharge, strapping plaster retaining it in its place. *Carhulized Oil, 1 part to 8, is much employed in surgical dressings, and catgut ligatures are saturated with it. Oil of Marjoram is a good vehicle for the internal administration of Carbolic Acid, • 19 5“ A.cidi Carholici, 5j. Aquae destil. Oij. F, lotio. As a Dressing for Wounds , — Mr. Listed. 20 Acidi Carholici, gr. x. Glyccrini, Aquae Rosae, aa Fiat lotio. In Imjpetigo or Acne . — Dr. Headland. 21 Acidi Carholici, gr. j. Pulv. Rhei, gr. iij. Fiat pilula. (One every morning after breakfast.) In Flatulence. — Dr. Habeeshon. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 5^ Acidi Carbolici, gr. Ext. Opii, gr. i. Bismuth. Subnit., gr. iij. Eiat pilula. To be taken three times a day. In Typhoid Diarrhoea and Tympanitis, — Dr, A. Hudso:jt. Acidi Carbolici, gr. xv, Sp. Vini rectif. n\xv. Tinct. Opii, i^xv— 'XX. Syr. Papaveris, Mucil. Acacise, aa 5 yj. Aquae destil. ^iij. Misce. A tablespoonful every two hours. In Dysentery. — AMELiiisra, of Cavlshafeu. 9> Acidi Carbolici, gr. j. Aquae, 5ij. Misce. Inject n\iv subcutaneously al)ovc part affected. In Erysipelas . — Aufrecht. Acidi Carbolici, gr. viij. Acidi Tannici, gr. viij. Glycerini, 5ss. <• Water, 3j. Fiat injectio. In Gonorrhoea. — Mr. G. Ashmead. Acidi Carbolici, lb. j. Aquae, C. vj. Solve. As a Disinfectiny Fluid. — Mr. Readwix. Acidi Carbolici, 5 j. Calcis hydr.at., lb. iv. Misce. As a Disinfecting Poioder. — Mr. Readwin. Acidi Carbolici, gr. vj. Aquae, 3 j; Eiat lotio. In Pruritus Ani. — Mr. CnEiSTOPiiER Heath. Acidi Carbolici, Sp. Villi rectif. aa 5ij. Tinct. lodi, si. Aquae destil., ad 5ij. Eiat lotio. Paint affected parts twice or thrice a day. In Diphtheria. — Dr. Rotre. pt Acidi Carbolici, gr. x. Morpliiae Acet., gr. viij. Acidi Ilydrocyan. dil., sij. Glycerini, sir. Aquae, ad 5iv. Eiat lotio. In Pruritus Vulvce. — Dr. Lombe Attbill. THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIOHS. 7 31 Glycerini Acidi Carbolici, Sued Conii, aa 5j- Misce. A teaspoonful to be put into a pint of water at tlie temperature cf 170°, and the steam inhaled for fifteen minutes twice or thrice a day. In Ulceration of the Larynx. — Dr. Dobell. 32 Glycerini Acidi Carbolici, ripv. Syr. Limonis, rt\xx. Mist. Amygdalae, 5 j. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Foetid Fiarrhoea. — ^ 33 ^ Glycerini Acidi Carbolici, rt\x. Sodae Chloratee, 5ij. Aquae destil., 5‘v. Misce. A teaspoonful every three hours. In Scarlet Fever loith Fijphtheria. — Dr. G. BayliS (V.S.). The Sulpho-carlolates of soda, potash, and magnesia have heen recommended for the purpose of destroying organic germs in the system. The Sul^liO’Carholate of Zinc is useful, in the form of injection, in gonorrhoea or leucor* rhoea. 34) 5^ Sodae Sulplio-carbolatis, ^j. Aquae, Misce : ter die sum. In Sloughing Sore Throat and Quinsy . — Dr. SAis^SOM. 35 Sodae Sulpbo-carbolatis, gr. vij. Inf. Aurantii, 3j. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Variola.— Fv. A. Wynne Foot. 36 Calcis Sulpho-carbolatis, 5j. Liq. Arsenicalis, npxviij. Tinct. Aurant., 5vj. Aquae, ad 5' j. M. f. Mist. A sixth part before breakfast and dinner. In Shin Fiseases . — Dr. Dobell. 37 " Ijt Zinci Sul[)ho-carbolatis, 5vj. Aquae destil., 5viij. M. f. lotio. To be mixed with three parts of water. To Fetid Ulcers. — Mr. H. Lee. . 8 THE BOOK OF PRESCBJPTIONS, ^ACIDUM CAHBONICUM. Carlonic Acid Gas. 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, and to ulcers, to promote suppuration and diminish foetor : 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 : — Liquor Fotassce Effervescens ; Liquor Sodce JEffervescens. ACIDUM CHROMICUM. Chromic acid occurs in brilliant crimson-red prisms. It is a useful and convenient escharotic in the form of a saturated solution, and is best applied on the sharpened point of a piece of ordinary fire-wood. It is used to remove morbid growths, as warts, vascular tumours, &c. 88 Acidi Cliromici, gr. 100. Aquse, 5j* Fiat lotio. For removal of small MorUd Growths,— M.v, J. Marshall. 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 has proved fatal. THE BOOK OF PEESCBIPTIONS. 9 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 30 grains. 89 9- Succi Limonis recent, f — ij. Aquae Campliorae, f Misce : fiat liaustus, ter die sumendus. In Acute 'Rheumatism, — Dr. G. 0. K-ees. 40 9 Succi Limonis recent, f 3 iij ad f 3vj. Sumatur ter in die. In Acute Rheumatism, — Dr. Babikgton. 41 9 Succi Limonis, f^iv. Cort Limoii. recentis cone. ^ss. Potass. Nitrat. 5 j. Sacchari Albi, 3 IV. Aquae ferventis, Oiij. Stent ad refrigerationem, et cola. As a common drink in Fevers^ Sfc, — Mr. Beakde. 42 9 Fruct. Limonis, No. 1. Aquae frigidae, Oiss. Syrupi, f^ij. Fiat limonadum, pro potu commune. In Fevers and Inflammations. 43 9 Succi Limonis recentis, 5j. 01. Amygdalae dulcis, ^iss. Syr. Althaeae, 3ss. Misce. A spoonful every three hours. In Obstinate 'Diarrhoea, — Steinheim, 44 9 Succi Limonis, fSj— Ij- Aquae, f 5 xv. Fiat injectio. In Alkaline Leucorrhoea. — Dr. Ashwell. 45 9 Acidi Citrici, gr. iv. Aquae, 5j- F*i»t gargarisma. In Cancer of the Tongue. — Dr. Brandini. Acidum Gallicum. Acidum Tannicij3i. See Galm. ACIDUM HYDROCYANICUM. Hydrocyanic or Frussic Acid, Hydrocyanic acid is a direct sedative, and so highly poisonous that a single grain of the pure acid is sufficient to 10 THE BOOK OF PKESCBIPTIONS. destroy life. Tlie 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. ^Acidiim Eydrocyanicum {Scheelii), often met with in prescriptions, is now obsolete. Its strength was nearly treble that of the Pharmacopoeia, Dose of Acidum Hydrocyanicum Iilutum, 2 to 8 minims. Vayor Addi Hydrocyanici is used for inhalation. ^Fotassii Cyanidum has the same properties and uses as hydrocyanic acid. Dose, from one eighth to one fourth of a grain. The latter dose is equal to 5 minims of diluted Hydrocyanic Acid. It removes the stains by Nitrate of Silver, and with gypsum is used by entomologists to make poison baths for killing insects without injuring them. Antidotes . — Fresh air, artificial respiration, with cold affusions ,* Oxide of Iron, with an alkaline carbonate. 46 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. AqiUE destil. f 5 vij. Syr. simplicis, f5j. M. fiat liaustus quaque secunda hora sumendus donee evanescant symp- tomata. In Gastric Irritability, Nervous Palpitation, Sfc. Dr. Neligan. 47 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. iri^iv. Aqufie destil. f^. " Syr. Aurantii, f 5ss. Misce : fiat liaustus quarta quaque hora sumendus. Mr. Beande. 48 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. n\ij. Mist. Amygdalae, f^ij. Misce : fiat liaustus. Dr. Joy. 49 Acidi Ilydrocyan. dil. n\xij. Aquae destil. f 3vj. Syr. Papaveris, f 5iij. Misce : capiat coclil. amplum sccunda quaque lioiA. In Consumptive Cough, Sfc, — Dr. Granyille# THE BOOK OP PBESCBIPTIONS. 11 50 51 53 53 54 55 5o 57 M isce 9 > Acidi Ilydrocyanici dil. Mist. Amygdalae, f 3 j. Ext. Conii, gr. iij. Misce : fiat liaustus bis terve die sumendiis. Mr. Beanbe. Mucil. Acaciae, f 3j. Aquae destil. f ^viss. Syr, Tolutani, f ^ss. Acidi Hydrocy. dil. gutt. xij. Misce. A tablespoonfiil every three hours. In Consumptive Cough , — Mr. S. G. Moetok. 9. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. iy\^xv. Syr. Ferri lodi, 5i. Aquae, ad 3,1 • Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Pelvic Cellulitis . — Dr. B. GEEENnALOH. Acidi Ilydrocyan. dil. n\xxiv. Bismuthi Nitraf. Magnes. Garb, ana 5ij. Aquae, ad f ^vj. Misce : sumat f 3j bis qiiotidie. Dr. W. Budd. Ijt Acidi Hydrocyanici (Scheelii), nxiss. Sodae Bicarb, gr. xv. Aquae Camphorae, f 5x. Fiat liaustus, ter die post pastuni sumendus. j Dr. CnAMBEES. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. ntxij. Aquae Rosae, f ^vss, Syr. Papaveris, f 5iij. Misce. A teaspoonful every two or three hours. In Croupy Cough, after Purgatives . — Dr. Geapville. Acidi Hydrocyan, dil. n\v. Sp. Ammoniae foctidi, f 553. Tinct. Hyoscyami, n\x. Sp. Anisi, f 5,j. Syr. Aurautii, f5ss. Aquae, fAj. Misce : sumat cochl. min. uniini ter die. In laryngismus Stridulus . — Dr. Betd. B> Mist. Amygdalae, f ^vss. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. f 3SS. Tinct. Opii, f 5ss. Tinct. Lavand. co. f 5ij. ; fiat mistura cujus sumantur cochl. ij larga secundis vel tcrtiis horis. In Qastrodynia with Spasms . — Dr. Copland. 12 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 58 5> Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. "nxiij. Creosoti, lYtiij. 01. Terebinth. vt[X. Mucil. Acacise, f 5 j. Aquae Cinnanionii, f3j. Misce : sumat partem dimidiam pro dosi, et repet. si opus sit. In Spasmodic Asthma. — Sir P. Crampton, 59 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. n\iv. Potas. Bicarb, gr. x. Syr. Zingiberis, f 3 ss. Aquae Anethi, f ^iss. Misce : fiat Imustus bis die sumendus. In Irritable and Acid Stomach, — Dr. Drtjitt. 60 Acidi Hydrocyan. gtt. 33. Liq. Morpli. Hydrochlor. f 5 iij. Mist. Amygdalae, f^vlij. Misce : sum. coc. j mag. ter die. In Painful Indigestion. — Dr. Ross, 61 5“ Acid. Hydrocyan. gtt. ij — iij. Creosoti, gtt. j — iij. Liq. Morph. Hydrochlor. gtt. xx. Sodee Carb. gr. xx. Aquae, ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus. In Gastrodynia with Vomiting. — Dr. Ross. 63 Acidi Hydrocyanici, guttas v. ' Aquae calidae, q. s. Inhale the vapour by means of a suitable apparatus three times a day, lying down an hour alter each ; very gradually increase the dose to ten drops. After four or six weeks give steel and quinine. In 'Hypertrophy of the Heart . — Dr. T. G. Hare. 63 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f 5 iss. Aquae Rosae, f^viiss. Fiat lotio. To allay Itching in Cutaneous Diseases. — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 64 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f 5 iij. Sp. reciificati, f 3 SS. Aquae destil. f 5 vij. Fiat lotio. To be applied with lint, covered with oiled silk. In Impetigo (after the scabs have been removed by fomen- tations, &c.). Mr. Plumbe. 65 9 . Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, f 51 J. Mist. Amygdalae, f i^tio. In Itching Cutaneous Diseases. — Dr. Hooper. EOOIt EEESCRII^TIOI^S. 13 66 9. Liq. Ammonise Acetatis, f^ij. Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f 5j. Tinct. Digitalis, f 5iij. Aqu80 Uosse, f ^v. Fiat lotio : bis die appl. parti affectse ope spoiigiolse. In Iruriginous Diseases of old persons. — Dr. A. T. THOMSON. 67 9 Acidi Hydrocyanici diluti, f 3j Liq. Potassse, f5ij. Mist. Amygdalee, f Bviij. Misce : fiat lotio. In Lichen. — Dr. BueoesS. 68 9 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f 5iss. Aquae destil. f^viiss. Plumbi Acet. gr. xvj. Sp. rectificati, f 5ij. Piat lotio. To allay Itching in Cutaneous Affections. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 69 9 Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. iy\x1. 01. Cadini, Saponis viridis, 5ij* 01. Rosmarini, 5iss. Aquae, ad 3V. Misce : fiat linimentum. In Dczema . — Dr. Andeeson. 70 9 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f 5ij. Aquae destil. 5vj. Misce. To be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil. In Acute Rheumatism , — Dr. H. W. Fuelee. 71 9 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. f 5ss. Sodae Bicarb. 5ij. Lactis vac. i’aviij. Misce: fiat lotio. In Milk-scall . — Dr. A. T. THOMSON. 72 9 Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. 5ij. Hydrargyri Perclilor. gr. ij. Mist. Amygd. Amarae, f 3vj. Misce : fiat lotio. In Chronic Eruptions with Itching. — Dr. BuegesS. 7S 9 Potassii Cyanidi, gr. j. Aquae destil. f^iiiss. Syr. Limon. f^ss. Misce, et div. in liaustus octo. Sumatur unus pro dosi. As a substitute for Hydrocyanic Acid. — Mr. DoNOYAN. 74 9 Potassii Cyanidi, gr. j. Pulv. Amyli. Syr. Acaciae, ana q. 3. Misce bene, et div. in pil. iv. Sumat unam sexta quaque lioiA. In Convulsive Dyspnoea. — Bailly. 14 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPtlONS. 75 5> Potassii Cyanidi, gr. xij. Mist. Amygdal 80 , t’ ^vj. Fiat lotio. hi Itching Hru;plions, Lichen^ ^c. — LouiS. 76 5® Potassii Cyanidi, gr. iij. Aqiite destil. f A). Misce. To be applied with compresses. To ease ^Rheumatic and Neuralgic pains. — Lombaed. 77 Cyanidi Potassii, gr. iij Aq. Belladoimse, 3 j. Fiat collyriuni. In extreme Thotophohia, S^c . — CUNIEE. 78 Cyanidi Potassii, gr. xij. 01. Amygdalae. 5ij. XJng. Cerse Albse, 3ij. Fiat unguentum. In Lichen. — Dr. Buegess. 79 9- Potassii Cyanidi, p. j ad iv. 01. Amygdalae, 5ij. Cerati Galeni (cold cream), 3ij. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Neuralgic pains. — M. Cazenate. 80 Potassii Cyanidi, gr. vj. Cerati Galeni (cold cream), 3j- Pulv. Cocci, gr. j. Misce. (Rub a little firmly over the parts which itch, but let none' of the ointment remain undissolved on the skin.) In Nczerna. — Dr. Anbeeson. ACIDUM HYDROCHLORICUM. ACIDUM NITRICUM. ACIDUM NITRO-HYDROCHLORICUM. Hydrochloric, Nitric, and Nitro-hydrochloric Acids. These are all tonic, in small doses properly diluted. Ex- ternally they arc caustic and detergent. Hydrochloric acid is refrigerant, tonic, antiseptic, and ver- mifuge. It is given in malignant typhus and scarlet fever ; in cases of phosphatic urinary deposits ; and some- times in syphilis. It is also used as a gargle in malignant sore throat, &c. Antidotes.^^m.oW\Qn.t drinks, chalk, magnesia. Nitric acid is tonic and antiseptic. It is given in chronic hepatitis; in indigestion, especially when connected with THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 15 mixed urinary deposits of uric acid and the phosphates ; and in syphilitic affections in broken-down or scrofulous consti- tutions. It has also been found useful in hooping-cough and in asthma. Antidotes. — Albumen, and as for hydrochloric acid. 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 war'^s, sloughing phagedsenae, hsemorrhoidal excrescences, &c. ; and in a more diluted form to superficial ulcers which are in- disposed to cicatrize, to offensive ulcers, and to caries of the bones. It is best applied by means of a pointed piece of ordinary fire-wood. The vapour of nitric acid is disin- fectant ; but probably inferior to chlorine. Kitro -hydro chloric {nitro -muriatic) acid is thought to act more decidedly on the liver than the preceding, especially as applied to the skin by foot-bath and sponging. It is also used in syphilitic and mercurial cachexia, cutaneous diseases, &c. Dose of Acidum Hydrochloricum dilutum, 10 to 80 minims. Acidum Nitricum dilutum, 10 to 30 minims. Acidum Nitro-hydrocldoricum dilutum, 5 to 20 minims. ^Acidum Hydrochloricum purum, 5 to 30 minims. ^Acidum Nitro-hydrocldoricum, 5 to 10 minims. . 81 Acidi Hydroclilor. 3j. Aquae destil. f^xiv. Syrupi, f^ij. Misce : sumantur f 3ij subinde. In Typhus, Scarlatina, and Angina. — Dr. GEEGtORX. 82 Acidi Hydroclilor. f3j. Decocti Hordei, Oj. Sacchari Albi, 3ss. Fiat mistura. Suinat f — iv bis terve die. In Tyjyhoid Fever, and white dejyosits from urine. Dr. Copland. 83 9= Acidi Hydroclilor. f3j. Aquae destil. f 3vj. Syr. Mori, f3j. Misce : sig. A tablespoonful every four or live hours. In Malignant Fevers and Fxanthemata of Children. Dr. Uee. 16 THE BOOK Oi' PEESCRIPTIONS. 84 9= Acidi Hydroclilor. f 5ij. Aquae destil. f 3 viij. Syr. Rubi Idaei (Raspberry), f 3 ij, Misce. A tablespoouful every liour in water or gruel. In Fevers, Phlehitis, Sfc, — Dr. Reid. 85 Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. f 3ij. Inf. Quassiae, f ^viiss. Syr. Aurantii, f ^ss. Fiat mistura. Sumat partem quartam bis die. To 'prevent the generation of 'worms after purgatives. Dr. Paris. 86 5® Acidi Hydroclilor. fsij. Inf. Calumbae, f 3vss. Tinct. Lupuli, f ^ss. Fiat Mistura. Sumatur pars sexta pro dosi. In Indigestion 'with Fhosphatic Diathesis, — Dr. Hooper. 87 Acidi Hydroclilor. dil. n\xx. Inf. Aurantii, co. f 5ix. Syr. Zingiberis, f5j. Fiat liaustus lioris ij ante prandium quotidie sumendus. In the above cases,--^T>v, PARIS. 88 Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. 5j. Potass. Clilorat. gr. 80. Syr. Zingiberis, 3ss. Decoct. Hordei, Oj. Misce. A valuable beverage in some fevers, — Dr. T. H. Tanner. 89 5® Acidi Hydrochlor. f 5ij. Sodii Clilor. 3ss. Aquae destil. f 3iv. Fiat solutio. Sumat cochleare unum in cyatlio vinario aquae. In Anorexia, — Dr. Cullen. 90 Acidi Hydrochlor. f 5iss. Decocti Cinclionae, Inf. Rosae co. ana f ^iiiss. Mellis Rosae, f Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Malignant Sore Throat, — Mr. Brande* 91 9> Acid. Hydrochlor. rqxv. Inf. Cinchonae, f 5iv. Mellis Rosae, f^j. Misce: fiat gargarisma. In Felaxed Putrid Sore Throat, Trousseau & Reveil. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 17 92 93 94 Acidi Ilydrodilor. f 3j— iss. Syr. Rosee, f^j- Becocti Hordei, f 3vij, Misce: fiat gargarisma. Dr. Jot. R, Acidi Hydrochlor. 3j. Inf. Cinchonee, 5vij- Mellis despumati, Fiat gargarisma. In Putrid Sore Throat, Chronic (Quinsy, — Radifs. 9, Acidi Hydroclilor. f 5ss. Inf. Rosse co. f^iiiss. Mellis Rosse, f3ss. Misce: fiat gargarisma. Dr. Aikslie. 95 96 97 9 Inf. Rosoe co. f 3viss. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. n\xl. Tinct. Capsici, f5iss. Mellis, f 5iij. Fiat gargarisma ssepe utendum. Dr. Copland, 9 Acidi Hydroclilor. f 5j. Mellis, Aquse Rosse, ana f 3j- Misce : fiat linctus, ter vel quater die gingivis applicandus. In Scorbutic Ulceration of the Gums , — Mr. Beande. 9 Acidi Hydrochlor. 5ij. Syr. Mori, 3ij. i Misce : fiat collutoriiim part, affectis applicandum. In Stomatitis. — Wendt. 98 9 Acidi Hydrochlor. gutt. iij ad vj. Aquae destil. 5j. Fiat collyrium, ssepe applicandum. For removing particles of iron from the Fye . — SiCHEL. 99 9 Acidi Hydrochlor. gutt. viij. Aqua3, f3iv. Misce: fiat injectio. R. G. Holland. 100 9 Acidi Hydrochlor. n\x. Vini Opii, n\xx. Decocti Ilordei, q. s. Fiat injectio. To he carefully injected into the bladder, when coated with mucus and phosphates. Dr. G. Bied. 101 9 Acidi Hydrochlor. 3ss. Ung. Sambuci, 5X. Fiat linimentum, bis die applicandum. In Porrigo . — Dr. Uee. % 18 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 102 Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5ij. Syr. Aiirantii, f 5ij- Aquse, f^xiv. Fiat mistura. Dosis f ^iv. Dr. Hamilton. 103 Acidi Nitrici, f 5ss. Decocti Hordei, Oj. Misce. A wineglassful to be taken three times a day. In Papulous Eruptions, — Dr. Buegess. 104 Acidi Nitrici dil. f5iss. Aquse, f 5xxiv. Saccliari, ^iss. Fiat mistura. Sumat f ^iij ter die ope tubuli vitrei. In Typhoid FeverSy Chronic Fepatitisy and Secondary Syphilis. Dr. JoY. 105 9= Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5ij. Sp. iEtheris Nit. f 5ij. Syrupi, f ^ss. Aquse, f ^viiss. Misce, sumatur pars sexta ter die. In Dyspepsiay icithfoul tongue and inactive liver. Dr. Deuitt. 106 -Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5j. Pecocti Hcrdei, Oj. Misce. The whole to be taken daily. In Coloration of the shin from talcing nitrate of silver. Dr. Uee. 107 Acidi Nitrici dil. f^j. Aquse destil. f ^xivss. Syr. Aurantii, f ^iss. Fiat mistura quotidie sumenda, ope tubuli vitrei, partitis haustibus. Dr. Peeeiea. 108 Acidi Nitrici dil. f 3ij. Inf. Chiratse, ^viiss. Misce: Dosis, f^iss ter die. As a ToniCy ivhen the howels are irritable . — Dr. Deuitt. 109 5° Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5j. Aquse destil. f^vss. Ext. Ilyoscyam. 5ss. Syr. Zingiberis, f 5iij. Misce : sumat f 5j. Dr. Copland. THE BOOK OF PKESCEIPTIONS. 19 110 9> Acidi JN'itrici dil. f5iss. Aquse destil. Oiss. Sp. Lavandiilse co. f 5iv. Syr. Auraiitii, f3iss. Misce ; dosis, cyatlms vinosiis ter quaterve die. In Secondary Syphilis, Chronic Hepatitis, Chronic Indolent Ulcers of the Lea, Obstinate Cutaneous Diseases, &cc. Dr. M. Kyak. 111 5® Inf. Cascarillse, f 3vj. Potass. Nitrat. 5j. Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5ss. Tinct. Opii, f 5j. Fiat raistura : snmat coclil. duo ampla ter die. In Oxaluria, — Dr. Aldeidge. 113 Acidi Mtrici, rq,xij. Aquce destil. fSxvj. Piatlotio. To Indolent Ulcers. — Sir E. Home. 113 9> Acidi Nitrici dil. I'ixx. Ext. Opii, gr. v. Aquae, §i. Fiat lotio. In Sloughing Incised Wounds, ^M.r, Eeichsen. 114 Eosae petalae, Oj. Aquae ferventis, f^viij. ' Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5iiss. Macera, et cola, ut fiat lotio. In Lichen and Chronic Hczema.—Di\ Hoopee. 115 Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5j. Acidi Hydroclilor. dil. f5ss. Aquae destil. f 3'dij. Misce : suinat coclil. ij ter die. In Irritable Bladder, with Alkaline Urine . — Mr. Coulson. 116 Acidi Hydroclil. dil. Acidi Nitrici dil. ana f 5ii. Tinct. Gentianae co. f ^liiss. Fiat mistura. A teaspoonful to be taken in a wineglassful of water twice a day. Mr. E. Wilson. 117 9> Acidi Nitrici dil. Acidi Hydroclil. dil. ana n\x. Inf. Quassiae, f ^iss. M. fiathaustus ter die suniendus. In desquamative Nephritis, %vith qeneral Dropsy. Dr. G. Johnson. 20 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 118 9= Acidi Nitrici, lYj^xij. Acidi Hydrochlor. rtyxij. Aquse Mentlise pip. f ^vss. Syr. Aiirantii, f 5ss. Misce : sit dosis pars sexta. Dr. Hooper. 119 Jto Acidi Nitrici, f 5j. Acidi Hydrochlor. f 5iij. Aquae Canaphorae, f^iiiss. Misce : capiat cochleare min. ex infusi Anthemidis f ^iss, ter die : et cap. 0 . n. gr. V pil. Hydrarg. Chlor. comp. In Oxaluria, with Dyspejpsiay — Dr. G. Bird. 120 Acidi Nitrici dil. Acidi Hydroclilor. dil. ana f5iij. Syr. Aurantii, f 5j. Aquae fl. Aurantii, f 5j. Aquae destil. f ^xiiiss. Fiat mistura. Sumatur cyathus viiiarius ter vel quater die. Dr. Druitt. 121 Acidi Nitrici dil. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. ana rq^v. Inf. Serpentariae, 5j- Fiat haustus ter die sumendus. In Oxaluria^ with Dehility and Irritability. — Dr. G. Bird. 122 Acidi Nitrici dil. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. ana Tqv. Mist. Gentianae, f 3 x. Fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. Tonic and Laxative, 123 Acidi Nitrici, n\xij. Acidi Hydrochlor. n^^xxiv. Inf. Lupuli, f^viij. Misce : sumat cyath. vinosum ter de die : et omni nocte capiat pilulam sequentem. Hydrarg. cum Cre'^, gr. iss. Ipecacuanliae p. gr. j. Fiat pilula. In Oxaluria, <^c. — Dr. G. Bird. 124 Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. Acidi Nitrici dil. ana f5j. Ext. Taraxaci, 3j- Inf. Gentianae co. f 5vij. Misce : fiat mistura cujus sumat cochl. magna duo bis die ante cibum. In Dysmenorrhoea and Amenorrhoea , — Dr. E. Rigby. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 21 125 9> Acidi Nitrici dil. Acidi Hydroclilor. dil. ana f5iss. Syr. Zingiberis, f ^ss. Tinct. Aurantii, f 5ix. Misce ; capiat codil. parv. ex aquse cyatlio jejuno ventriculo bis quotidie. B. Teat EES, jun. 126 Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5ss. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. f 5j. Sp. Jiltheris Nit. f 5ss. Syr. Sarsse, f Aquse, f^viss. Misce : sumat cochl. ij ter die. Alterative, — Dr. Hoopee. 127 Acidi Hydroclilor. dil. Acidi Nitrici dil. ana f5j. Decocti Taraxaci, f 5j. Iiif. Cinchonse flavie, f ^vij. Fiat niistura cujus sumat coclilearia magnaij bis die ante cibiini. In Dysmenorrhoea, — Dr. E. Rigby. 128 Acidi Nitrici, f^ij. Acidi Hydroclilor. Aquae destil. f Sviij. Misce. For sponging the body, add f 5iij 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 w^ooden or earthen vessel ; and while tile feet are in the bath (the temperature of which should be 96° or 98°) the inside of the legs and thighs and arras, and the right side over 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, — Sir J. R. Maetin. 129 Acidi Nitro-hydrochlor. dil. 5iij. Aqum, ad ^iss. Fiat mistura. Cap. cochl. parv. j, bis die ex aqua. In Lysmenorrhcea, — Dr. Tylee Smith. 130 Acidi Nitro-hydroclilor. dil. ty\x1. Syr. Aurantii Flor. 5ii. Sp. Chloroformi, 5ii. Liq. Strychnim, rqxx. Tinct. Aurantii, 5ii. Aquse, 5vi. Misce. A fourth part twice a day. In Nausea of Pregnancy , — Dr. R. OeeEniialgii. 22 THE BOOK OF PBESCE-IPTIONS. 131 9= Acidi Nitro-hydroclilor. 5j. Adipis prsep. §j. Misce ope spat, ligneee, et adde Olei Terebinth, rect. 5ij. Misce : fiat linimentum. As a Rubefacient in Chest Affections. — Dr. Geeaves. ^ACIDUM LACTICUM. Lactic Acid. Lactic acid increases tlie appetite and promotes digestion, in cases of deficiency of the acid of the gastric juice ; it has also been recommended in diabetes and in the phosphatic diathesis. It is obtained as a syrupy liquid. Dose r»\x — xxx diluted with water. 133 Acidi Lactici, 5j. Aquee, Oj. Syr. simp. {vel. Aurantii), k wineglassful several times a day. In simffe Indigestion . — Magekdie. 133 9= Acidi Lactici, 5ij. Aquse, 3^- Misce. To be taken as often as desired. In Diabetes (Cantani’s method). — Dr. G. W. Baleouk. AciDtJM Mueiaticum. See Acidum Hydeochloeictjm, &c. ^LiCIDUM 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 small doses, and is supposed to be useful in some inflammatory conditions of mucous membranes. Dose, ^ grain to 1 grain. Sait of sorrel and the artificial oxalate of potash possess the same poisonous and remedial properties. Antidotes. — The immediate administration of chalk, whit- ing, or magnesia, in water, or any demulcent liquid. 131 5® Acidi Oxaliei, gr. viij. Mucil. Acacitc^ tsi’j- Sympi, f3j. Misce. A spoonful to be taken several times a day. In Inflammation of the Dances and Digestive Tithe. M. Naedo. THE BOOK OF PBESC^LIPTIONS. 23 135 5“ Acidi Oxalici, gr. iv. Syr. Limonis, f 3SS. Aqiise, f ^viiss. M. fiat mistura, cujus capiat cociil. ampla duo tertiis lioris. In Injlammation of the Stomach. — Dr. Neligak. ACIDUM PHOSPHOmCUM. Acidum Pliosphoricura Dilutum is employed as a refrige- rant and general tonic, like the mineral acids, but is pre- ferred 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. It is useful in caries, in vomit- ing and diarrhoea from a bilious attack, and allays a tickling cough. Dose, 10 to 30 minims. 136 5^ Acidi Pliospliorici dil. 5j. Decocti Salep. {vel Avenae), 3vj. Syr. llubi Idaei {vel Mori), ^ss. Misce. A spoonful every two hours. In Caries^ Salivation, and Ilcemorrhage . — Wendt, 137 Acidi Phosphorici dil. f3ss. ' Inf. Calumbse, 3viiss. Tinct. Cardani. co. f 3?s. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat f 5] ter die. In Ihosjphatic Deposits from Urine. — Dr. Keligan. 138 Acidi Phosphorici dil. ^ Acidi Ilydrochlor. dil. ana f 5i£S. Tinct. Cahimbai, 5ix. M. capiat codil. parv. j, bis die ex aquro cyalho. In the same. 139 Ijb Acidi Phosphorici dil. f 533. Inf. bvfc Ursi, ^iss. Ft. liaiist. bis die sum. In Mucous Urine, with copious earthy excretions. Dr. G. Bird. 140 Ijt Acidi Phosphorici dil. f5ss. Inf. Cbiniaphilre, f 3iss, Fiat haustus, bis die sumcndus. In the same case, when the Kidneys are inactive. Dr. G. Bird. 24 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 141 5“ Acidi Pliospliorici dil. 5ss. Inf. Pareirse, f ^iss. Fiat haustus. In the same, loith opaque mucus, —Dr. G. Bird. 143 Acidi Pliospliorici dil. 5j. Liq. Stryclinise, ti\xv. Sp. Cliloroformi, 5ij, Syr. Aurantii Flor. 5iv. Aquse, ad ^vi. Fiat mistura. A fourth part twice a day. In Dpsmenorrhoea , — Dr. R. Greenhalgh. 143 5^ Acidi Phospliorici sicci, Assafoetidse, Pulv. rad. Altlrdese, ana 5ij. Aquae, q. s. Fiant pilulse, gr. iv, Sig. Three pills three times a day. In Caries , — Rust. 114 9 , Acidi Phospliorici sicci, Pulv. Ciiichonae, Ext. Cascarillae, ana Testae praeparatae, gr. xv. Ferri Redact!, gr xlv. Misce cum mucilag. acaciae q. s. et div. in pil. cxx. Five pills to be taken three times a day. In Seminal Weakness, — Wurtzer. 145 9 , Acidi Phospliorici dil. 5j. Glycerini, Jss. Decoct, llordei, Oj. Misce. A drinJc to assuage Thirst attended with Nervous Exhaus- tion, Dr. T. H. Tanner. *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, Spiraea Ulmaria, It is diuretic, irritant, and narcotic; it is used in various dropsical affections, particularly in those connected with heart disease, 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 LIBRAR THE BOOK OF PKESCBIP tincture to 1 ounce of simple sju’up. By i with potash or soda, and evaporating, salts < are obtained, which have the same effects as the acid m35f^' certainly and powerfully. 146 147 148 9> Acidi Salicylici, ^iss. Sp. rectificat. 3v. Adip. Prseparat. 3ij- Fiat unguentum. In Cancer of the Uterus, — WUNDEELICH. Potassii vel Sodii Salicylidi, 5ss. Ext. Graminis {vel Tarax.), q. s. Fiant pil. cxx. Take from two to five pills in the day. In Dropsies. — M. Hannon. Potassii vel Sodii Salicylidi, 5ss. Saccliari Lactis pulv. 5iv. Misce bene, et div. in pnlveres lx. Two to four packets in the day. In Drojpsies, — M. Hannon. ACIDUM SULPHURICUM. Sulphuric Acid, The concentrated acid (Oil of Vitriol) is a pow^erful eschar- otic, rapidly disorganizing the parts with which it coines in contact, and is consequently an energetic corrosive poison. Largely diluted, it is administered as an antiseptic and re- frigerant in typhoid fevers ; as a tonic in general debility, and in w'eakness of the digestive organs attended wdth alka- line pyrosis \ as an astringent in haemorrhages and colliqua- tive sw^eats. It has been used wdth remarkable success in many cases of epidemic diarrhoea and cholera. It is also given in some chronic cutaneous affections attended with troublesome itching ; in hiccup ; in chronic catarrhal dis- eases, &c. 'Externally, the strong acid is used alone, carefully applied, as a caustic. With a large quantity of water it is used as a lotion in some skin diseases, and in injections. Bose of Acidum Sulphnricum Dilutum, 5 to 20 minims. Acidum Sulphuricum Aromaticum, 5 to 30 minims. Antidotes, — Magnesia, chalk. 26 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 149 9> Acidi Sulph. dil. f ^ss. Syr. simp, Aquee, ^xxxij. M. {Mineral Lemonade, to be taken as a common drink.) In cases requiring Mineral Acids. — Teousseau and Reyeil 150 5“ Acidi Sulpliurici, f 5 j (pondere). Aquae, ^xxxij. Syr. sirnplicis, Misce. To be taken by small cupfuls. As a preventive of Lead Colic. — M. Maetin Solok. 151 Acidi Sulpb. dil j 5 ij. Aquae, f 3 vj. Misce sumat f 3 J post singulas sedes liquidas. In JSpidemic Diarrhoea. — Dr. II. W. Fullee. 153 5® Saccliari albi, 5 iv. • Acidi Suipli. dil. 5 ij. Tinct. Cardamomi co. f 3 iv. Aquae Mentliae pip. ad f ^vj. Sumat partem quartam 4ta quaque bora. In the same . — Mr. E. Shepheed. 153 5“ Acidi Sulpb. dil. f 3 iv. Syr. Aiirantii, f 3 iss. Aquae Cinnamomi, f 3 ]. Misce : sumat cocbl. min. bis die cx cyatlio aquae. Dr. J. Claek. 154 Acidi Sulpb. dil. f 3 j. Syr. Aurantii, f 3 vj. Aquae, f 3 viiss. Misce : sumat partem sextani ter die. Li Dehility^ with profuse Perspiration . — Dr. Deeitt. 155 IjL Acidi Sulpb. dil. f3ss to 3j. Syr. Mori, f 5 j. Aquae, f 3 iv. Misce. A tablespooniul three or four times a day. In the advanced stage of Inflammatory and Febrile disorders of Children. Dr. Uee. 150 luf. Eosae co. f 3 X. Acidi Suljdi. dil. n\xxx. Syrupi, f 3 j. Misce ; fiat buustus, quaque bora sumendus. In Hcemoptysis . — Dr. G. Geegoey. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 27 157 AcidiSulph.dil.f 5 ij. • Magnes. Sulpliat. 5 vj. Inf. Rosse co. ^vj. Fiat mistura : cujus capiat f 4ta quaque hora. In E^istaxis . — Mr. Davis. 158 Acidi Sulpli. dll. irtv — xv. Inf. Cascarillse, f 5 x. Syr. Aurantii, f 5 j . Fiat liaustus, ter die suniendus. Tonic . — Dr. Deuitt. 159 5° Dif. Roses co. f ^vss. Acidi Sulpli. dil. f 5 ij. Ext. Conii, gr. xij. Syr. Mori, f 3 iij. Fiat mistura: sumat cochl. ij larga 4ta quaque hora. In EcBrnoptysis. — Dr. G. Geegoey. 160 5= Acidi Sulph. dil. rqxl. Sp. iEtheris co. f 3 ij. Sacchari alhi, ^ss. Aquae Mentliae vir. f 5 vj. Misce : sumat partem quartam quater die. As a Restorative after Illness. — Dr. Deuitt. 161 Becocti Cinehonae, f 5 vj. Acidi Sulph. dil. f 5 iss. i Fiat mistura : dosis, pars sexta. Tonic. — Dr. Hoopee. 163 Iiif. Cascavillae, f3{3S. Magnes. Sulpliat. 5 j. Acidi Sul])h. dil. ir^xv. Fiat liaustus, his vel ter die suincndus. Tonic and Laxative. — Mr. Beaede. 163 Acidi Sulpli. dil. f 3 ss. Syr. Rliocados, f 3 ij. Tinct. Cardamonii, f5ij- Fiat mistura cujus sumat cochleare minimum sextis horis, in quovis veluculo grato. Dr. Peeeiea. 161 9 . Acidi Sulph. Aroniatici, fSiiss. Syr. Rosm, f5vss. Aqiim destil. f 5vij. Misce: fiat mistura: sumat unciam sextis lioris. In Rassive Ilceniorrhages and Colligiiative Sweats. Dr, Nelioan. 28 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 165 9 , Acidi Sulpli. Alcoliolisati {Eau de Rabel), 5 ss. Aqu0e, 3xij. Syr. simplicis, 5 ss. Misce : pro potu communi. In Low Fevers and Passive Hcemorrhages . — French IIosp. 166 Acidi Sulpliurici, Sp. .^theris Nit. ana partes sequales. M. sumat guttas v ad x ex aquse uncia. In Spasms f HcemorrhageSj <^c. — VoGLEE. 167 168 Decocti Hordei, f 5vij. Mellis Rosse, f 3 j. Acidi Sulpli. dil. f 3 VSS vel nxxl. Misce : fiat gargarisma. Mr. R. G. Holland. 9 . Acidi Sulpli. U)^xv. Syr. simpl. 3 SS. Aquse, 3 iv. M. ut fiat gargarisma. In Relaxed Throat , — Trousseau and Reveil. 169 9 Mellis Optinii, 5 V. Acidi Sulplmrici (pond ere), Oj. Misce. To be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil. In Aphthce , — Professor Lippich. 170 9 Acidi Sulplmrici (pondere), 3iv. Acidi Acetici, Sp. rectificati, aa lb. ij. Misce. Applied externally to foul ulcers, and to stop bleeding. Also 20 to 30 drops given internally in water. Vulnerary i Styptic, Astringent. — Campana. 171 9 Acidi Sulplmrici, 5iss. Old Terebinthime, 3 SS. OJei Olivm, ^iss. Misce : fiat lininientum. As a Counter-irritant . — Mr. PEARSON. Acidum Sulphueosum. Sulphurous Acid is produced in dense fumes by burning sulphur. It is antiseptic, disinfectant, and deoxidizing. It is used externally and internally in skin diseases pro- duced by vegetable or animal parasites, and has been given to cure vomiting produced by Sarcina ventriculi. Applied by means of a spray-producer it is useful in sore throat, diphtheria, and bronchitis. It forms a stimulating lotion for bed-sores, ulcers, scalds, and is used as a gargle. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 29 -Dose. — 5 to 1 drachm. For lotion or spray, diluted with 1 or 2 parts of water. For gargle, diluted with 1 to 5 parts water. 172 9 > A-cidi Sulphurosi, Aquse, partes sequales. M. ut fiat lotio. In Fungous SJcin Diseases. — Biett. 173 Acidi Sulphurosi dil. 5 'ij. Glycerini, Aquee, ^ij. M. Fiat lotio. For Chilblains. — Dr. Fergus. 174 Acidi Sulphurosi, 5 j. Aquse, Misce. To he taken three times a day. In Variola. — Dr. A. Wynne Foot. 175 9. Aquse cum Acido-sulphuroso saturatse, Aquse purse, 5 viij. Misce : ut fiat lotio. (To he constantly applied to the scalp.) In Tinea Favosa. — Sir W. Jenner. Acidum Tartaricum. See Acidum Citricum. Acidum Tannicum. See Gallas. ACONITUM. Monlshood. Monkshood (the leaves and root of Aconitum Napellus, Nat. Ord. Ranunculacece) is a powerful poison. In med.icinal doses it is anodyne, sedative, diuretic, and diaphoretic. It produces a sensation of tingling and 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 rheu- matic pains ; and is also occasionally administered in hyper- trophy of the heart, dropsy, consumption, gastralgia, tetanus, &c. It is invaluable in all cases of inflammation with high temperature and quick pulse. Administered in the form of the tincture, in doses of one minim to a drachm of water every hour, it soon reduces the heat of the body, produces a gentle diaphoresis, and lowers the action of the heart. It must be eirhibited with great caution, and the state of the pulse ascertained before a dose is repeated. 30 THE BOOK OE PEESCBIPTIONS. .Dose of Fxlractiira Aconiti (from the leaves), 1 to 2 grains. Tinctura Aconiti (from tlie root), 5 to 15 minims. It irritates tlie bowels less than the extract. Linimentum Aconiti (from the root) is best applied mixed with the soap, or compound camphor liniment in equal parts. Aconitia (from the root) is not used internally. JJnguentum Aconitim (from the alkaloid), an expensive prepara- tion; the linimentum is equally effective. *Succus Aconiti, 15 to 20 minims'. *Lotio Aconitia (Dr. Headland). See below. *Liquor Aconitia ( ), rnv — xii (each drop contains l-600th gr.). * Cliloroformum Aconiti is a special anti-neuralgic, topically applied. *Tinctura Aconiti Alcoholisatns, ^ grain, gradually increased. ^I’leming’s Tinctura Aconiti is six times the strength of the P. B. Antidotes, — Emetics, internal and external stimulants. 176 Tinct. Aconiti (Fleming’s), f 5j. Sodse Garb. ^iss. Magnes. Sulph. siss. ■ Aquse destil. f 5vj. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful to be taken when the pain is urgent. In Gastralgia, — Dr. Flemikgi. 177 9> Tinct. Aconiti, ntxv. Sp. Vini G-allici, 5ij — ‘^ss. Aquae, ad 3iss. > M. f. haustus, 4tis horis sum. In Tetanus. — Dr. H. Jones. 178 Ext. Aconiti, gr. j. Antimonii Sulphurat. gr. j. Magnesiae, gr. x. Misce : fiat pulvis. One to be taken every four hours. , In Rheumatic Rains y Sfc. — VoGLER. 179 Ext. Aconiti, 5ss. Vini Antimon. ^ss. Misce. From 15 to 20 diops to be taken three times a day. In Rainful Gout, with Fever . — Eust. ISO Ext. Aconiti, gr. xx. Tinct. Guaiaci, 5ij. Vini Colchici seni. 5ss. Misce. Fifteen drops to be taken three times a day. In Chronic Gout, — Dr. Sobernheim. •5:he book of prescriptions. 31 181 p. Ext. Aconiti Alcoliolici, gr, xv. Ext. Taraxaci, gr. xv. Piilv. Glycyrrliizse, q. s. Misce cautissime, et div. in pil. xl, quarum sumat imam vel duas mane nocteque. In Papulous Affections of the SJcin. — Cazenave. 182 9 , Ext. Aconiti Alcoliolici, gr. ij. Myristicm Adipis, gr. xviij. Miicil. Acacim, q. s. ut fiat massula. Divide in pilulas sex quamm sumatur una sextis lioris. In Chronic Rheumatismt \_ij. Fiat unguentum. In Neuralgic Mheumatism, — Dr. H. W. Fuller. 192 Aconitise, gr. j. Sp. rectif. 5j. Aquse destil. ^ix. Solve Aconitiam in Spiritu, dein adde Aquam, et cola. Adde, Glycerini, 5ij. Olei Bergamotse, Tr^v. M. fiat lotio. (The solution in spirit and water forms Liquor Aconiticd, which may be prescribed internally in minute doses in acute Rheumatism. With the Glycerine, &c., a lotion is formed, which will rapidly produce numbness if rubbed on the painful part in a quantity of about 3 ss at a time.) Ancesthetic Apjplication, — Dr. Headland. 193 Aconitise, gr. ij. Atropise Sulph. gr. viij. Morphise Sulph. gr. xvj. Acid. Sulph. dil. n\v. Sp. Vinirect. ^ss. Glycerini, ^ij. Aquse, ad ^iv. M, fiat linimentum. Sedative Ajpjplication in Uterine Affections, — Dr. Tilt. *ACT^A RACEMOSA. Cimicifuga, or Black SnaTceroot, Black Snakeroot (the root of Cimicifuga, Nat. Ord. Ranunculacece) is anodyne, sedative, and a nervine tonic. It is given internally in neuralgia, rheumatism, lumbago, and has been recommended in chorea. Dose of Tinctura Actaice Racemosce, 30 to 60 minims. Becoctum (root, 1 oz. to water a pint), 1 to 2 oz, Cimicifuym (the resin from Actaea Racemosa), 1 to 4 grains. 194 Tinct. Actseoe, n\xxx. Aquae, 3j. Fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In Lumbago and Rheumatism, — Mr. J. J. H. Bartlett. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 33 Acoeus Calamps. See Caeamus. -^THER. ^tJier. Sulphuric Ether is a diffusible stimulant, much employed, on account of its rapid hut transient effects, for the relief of spasmodic and nervous affections not connected with inflam- mation ; as in spasmodic asthma, angina pectoris, cramp of the stomach, spasmodic and flatulent colic, hiccough, nervous palpitation, fainting, &c. ^octernally, it is applied to produce cold by evaporation ; or, if the vapour is contined, as a stimulant and rubefacient. Inhaled, it produces insen- sibility to pain, and is used for this purpose in painful and protracted operations. In some cases fatal results have followed its inhalation. The other ethers have a similar effect as diffusible stimuli, but with some differences. Spiritus ^theris JSifrosi is mildly stimulating, and more decidedly diuretic, or diaphoretic if the patient be kept warm. Spiritus -^theris, or Hoffman’s Anodyne Spirit, is stimulant and calmative ; but is seldom given alone. JEther Aceticus is much used on the Continent, internally as a mild stimu- lant, diaphoretic, antispasmodic, and nervine ; externally, in stimulating liniments; and alone, in gentle frictions in Gout. MtJier Hydroehloricus, Muriatic Ether, is regarded as diuretic and diaphoretic. What has been termed Chloric Mther is a solution of chloroform in alcohol. Chloroformum, Chloroform, is classed with the Ethers. It is narcotic and sedative, and is given as a pleasant and effective antispasmodic in asthma, colic, cholera, &c. Ex- ternally^ it is stimulant and anodyne ; and is used to arrest phagedsenic ulceration. Inhaled, it produces insensibility to pain ; but requires caution. Dose of JBther, 20 to 40 minims. Spiritus Mtheris (Hoffman’s Anodyne), 30 to 60 minims. Spiritus JEtheris Nitrosi, ^ to 2 drachms. Alther Aceticus, 20 to 60 minims. Chloroformum, 3 to 10 minims j in delirium tremens, to a drachm. Aqua Chloroformi, ^ to 2 ounces. Spiritus Chloroformi (Chloric Ether), 10 to 60 minims. Tinctura Chloroformi Composita, with Cardamoms, 20 to 60 minims. 3 34 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. Lmimentum Chloroformi. *Spiritus Etheris Muriaiicus, 20 to 60 minims. *Spiritus Etheris Comp. (Sp. Etheris with Ethereal Oil), ^ to 2 drachms. • *Liquor Chloroformi Camphoratus, applied topically for tooth- ache and rheumatism. *Li^ior Chloroformi Compositus, supposed to be similar to Chlorodyne, 5 to 10 minims. *Unguentum Chloroformi (Chloroform 1, Lard 2). * Vapor Chloroformi, 15 minims. * Chlorodyne, a secret prepEiration, is supposed to contain Morphia, Indian Hemp, and Hydrocyanic Acid, as well as Chloroform. Dose, as anodyne and soporific, 10 to 20 minims. *Neuraline, anotlier secret medicine, intended for external use, contains Aconite. ^tlier Purus, Amylene, Dutch Liquid, and Bichloride of Methylene, have been used for inhaling. Antidotes . — Fresh air, artificial respiration, galvanism, inversion of body* 195 9 . dHtheris, f5iij. Aquse Camphorse, f^vss. Fiat mistura. Dosis, pars quarta. Dr. Hoopee. 19G etheris, f5j. Cetacei, gr. ij. Tere simul, et adde Aquae {vel Aq. Menthae pip.), f5xj. Fiat haustus. In Nervous Headache^ S;pasmodic Colic^ (^c . — Dueakde. 197 9> etheris, f^ss, Aquae Caraphorae, f^vij. Syr. Croci, f^ss. Fiat mistura, cujus sit dosis cochlearia tria ampla. In S^pasms (repeated every 1, 2, or 3 hours, according to their violence). Mr. Beakde. 198 iEtheris, Liq. Ammoniae, ana f5ss. Aquae Camphorae, f5x. Tinct. Cardamomi co. f5j. Misce prohaustu, bis vel ter die sumendo. In Nervous Headache. — Mr. Beande. 199 9* .etheris, 01. Ricini, |j. Misce. A teaspoonful every one, two, or three hours. In Tape Worms. — All beet. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. S5 200 -^theris, ^^iij — vj. 01. Terebinth. 5ij. Misce. Ten or twelve drops to be taken in sugared water morning and evening. ’ In Gall-Stones . — Dtjbakde. 201 9 . Sp. .®theris co. fjj. \ Aquae Camphorae, Tinct. Cardam. co. f5ij. Misce ! fiat haustus statim sumendus, et repetatur bihorio molestante flatulentia. In Flatulent Colic. — Dr. NeliGAN. 202 9 Aquae Campliorae, f^j. Sp. iEtheris co. fsij. Tinct. Cardam. co. f5iv. Sp. Anisi, f5vj. 01. Carui, •n\xij. Syr. Zingiberis, f5ij. Aquae Menthae pip. f^vss. Misce : fiat mistura : sumat cochl. ij ampla urgente flatu. In Flatulent Colic. — Dr. JoT. 203 9 Magnes. Carb. 3j. Aquae Anethi, f5x. Sp. .Athens co. f5j. Tinct. Castorei, 01. Anisij irtij. Misce : fiat haustus. Dr. Copland. ' 204 9 Sp. Ammoniae Arora. f3iss. Sp. iEtheris, f5j. Syr. Zingiberis, f5iij. Aquae Anethi, f^iiiss. Misce : dosis pars tertia subinde. In Hysteria, Syncope, Tympanitis, 8^c. — Dr. Deuitt. 205 9 Sp. .diltlieris co.f 3 j. Sp. Ammoniae Arom. f3ss. Sp. Cinnamoni, f^ss. Inf, Cascarillae, f^iv. Fiat mistura : dosis pars sexta. Dr. Hooper. 206 9 Aquae Camphorae, f 3j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 5 ij. Sp. .ffitheris co. f 5 j. Tinct. Camphorae co. f 5 j. Syr. Papaveris, f 5 j. Misce ; fiat haustus. In Angina Fectoris. — Dr. Copland. 36 THE BOOK OP PRESCBIPTIONS. 207 Athens, f 5j. Liq. Morpliiae Hydroclilor. n\xv. Aquse Menthae pip. f 3j. Misce: fiat haustus statim sumendus, et repetatur si opus sit, quarta parte horse. In Sjpasm of Stomachy and Sjpasmodic Colic, — Dr. Neligak. 208 9 , Aquae Camphorse, f Jx. iEtheris, f 5j. Pulv. Cretse Aromat. 3j. Tinct. Lavand. co. f 5ss. Misce : fiat haustus, 4tis horis repet. aut urgente paroxysmo. In the sinJcing of Fevers, Palpitation, <^c, — Dr. JOT. 209 9 Sp. .i^ltheris co. r»\viij. Acidi Hydrochlor. dii. utiv. Aquae Camphorse, f5iij. Fiat haustus Ota quaque- hora sumendus. [For a child of five years of age.] In the advanced stage of Fever. — Dr. West. 210 9 Tinct. Chlorof. co. f 3j. Aquae Cinnamoni, f 3 vj. Sp. Lavand. co. f 5 j. Misce ; fiat haustus cardiacus. Dr. E. G. Claek. « 211 9 ^theris, Liq. Ammon. Acet. Sp. Vini rectif. ana f ^iss. Aquaj Rosae, f 5 iiiss. Misce : fiat lotio evaporans. In Inflammation of the Brain, — Dr. Copland. 212 9 ^tlieris, Sp. Camphorse, Tinct. Opii, Tinct. Cantharidis, ana f 5 iv. Misce: fiat linimentum, frequenter quotidie part aff. affricandum. In Hysterical Pain in the Side , — Dr. Ashwell. 213 9 Sp. .Athens Mt. f 5 j. Aquae destil. f 3 j. Fiat haustus. Diuretic . — Dr. Paeis. 314 9 Sp. .Athens Nit. f 5 iij. Liq. Ammoniae Acet. f 5 j. Aquae Camphorae, f 3ivss. Syr. Zingiberis, f sij. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochlearia tria ampla subinde. In Low Febrile Affections , — Mr. Beande. THE BOOK OP PBESCKIPTIONS. 37 215 9 . Sp. iEtheris Nit. f 5j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f ^ij. Syr. simplicis, f 3j- Aquse, ad f 3iv. Misce : dosis, coclil. ij vel iij. Diaphoretic , — Dr. Hooper. 216 9 Sp. .(Etheris Nit. f jij. Tinct. Campliorse co. f 5 j. Mucil. Acacise, f 5 ij. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 5 ij. Sp. Anisi, f 5 j. Aquae Campliorae, f^j. Syr. Tolu, f 3 .]. Fiat liaustus, hora somni sumendus. In recent Catarrh, (To be followed by a stomachic aperient next morning.) Dr. Copland. 217 9 Aquae destil. 3j. Sp. iEtheris Nit. r>\xl. Vini Opii, Tqxv. Syr. Rhoeados, f 5 iij. Fiat liaustus, liora somni sumendus. As an Anodyne, in Fevers. — Dr. E. G. Clark. 218 219 220 221 222 9 Sp. iEtheris Nit. Sp. Ammon. Arom. ana f 3j- Misce : sumat cochl. min. bis terve die ex aqu&. Diaphoretic and Diuretic , — Sir A. Cooper. 9 Sp. .^tlieris Nit. Liq. Fotassae, ana Misce : s. coclil. parvum ter die ex aquA,. H. J. 9 Sp, iFtlieris Nit. f 3 J. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f^iv. Ammon. Garb. 5 j. Aquae Camplioiae, f 3 iiss. Tinct. Scillae, fjss. Misce : sumat cochl. largurn ter quot. cum coclil. larg. aquae purae. J. Hodgson. 9 Sp. iEtlieris Nit. Syr. Tolu, ana Misce : cochl. parvum subiiidc sumendum, urgente tussi. In Coughs . — Dr. Hooper. 9 iEtherisxA.cet.3j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. Aquae fl. Aurantii, ana 3 j. Syr. Ribium {vel Mori), 3 iij. Misce. A spoonful every hour. To promote Diaphoresis . — Jaen, 38 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 223 i;, ^then's Acet. ttj^xxx. Aquae Camphorae cum Magnesia,, Fiat haustus statim siimendus, et si opus sit, post horam repet. In Hysteria* — Dr. Neligan. 224 9 , Etheris Acet. 5 iij. Camphorae, gr. x. Misce. Ten to fifteen drops every quarter of an hour. As a Stimulant in Crouy , — Niemetee. 225 9 , 01. Cajaputi, nqxij. JUtheris Acet. 3 ij. Tinct. Opii, 5 j. Misce. Ten, fifteen, or more drops to be taken every hour, shaking the bottle. In Asiatic Cholera . — Phcebus, 226 5 ° A^theris Acet. gutt. xxx. 01. Olivae, 5ij. Misce. Put a few drops in the ear at night. H. Neil. 227 Etheris Acet. 5 j. Saponis sevi, 5j. Solve leni calore, et cola. From half a dr. to 1 dr. to be used in frictions. In Mheumatic Tains . — Pelletier. 228 Sp. iEtheris Muriat. 533 . Aquae Menthae pip. ^lij. Syr. Aurantii, 3j. Misce. To be taken by spoonfuls. As a Stimulant in Sluicing . — Brera. 229 Chlorofornii, n\vj. Aquae, f^j. Fiat haustus. In Asiatic Cholera (after a pill of 5 gr. calomel and 2 gr. opium). Mr. J. P. Oates. 230 pt Chlorofornii, iiiv. Syr. Rhoeados, f 5j. Aquae, f 5 iss. Fiat haustus urgente dolore sumendiis. In Spasmodic and Cancerous Diseases. — Dr. Nemoais^ 231 Chloroformi, ii\viij. Sp. Vini Gallici, f 3iij. Aqui3e, f 3ij. Fiat haustus. In Cholera.— M.V. Brady. THE BOOK OF PBESOKIPTIONS. 39 233 233 In 234 235 Cliloroformi, f 5j. Sp. iEtheris co, Tinct Valerianae, ana f Aquae, f 3iss. Fiat haiistus. In desperate cases of Delirium Tremens. Dr. S. Peatt (U.S.). 5^ Cliloroformi, n\v. Tinct. Belladon. f 5ss [n\xv ?] Syr. Croci, f 5j. Aquae destil. f 3iss. Misce : f.at haustus. Capiat unum talem ter quarterve in die. Dpileptiform Hysteria, and Hysterical JSeuralgia. Dr. Neligan. Cliloroformi, part. j. Mucila^. Acaciae, p. ij. Misce : fiat injcctio. It produces severe pain. In Gonorrhoea. — Mr. H. Beheends. 9. Cliloroformi, 5j. 01. Terebinth, ^iiiss. Fiat linimentuni. In Intermittents (rubbed on the spine). — M. Aean. 236 9> Cliloroformi, iyi_xx. Tinct. Aconiti, Tinct. Opii, ana f 5j. Lin. Campliorae co. I' 5iv. M. fiat linimentuni. In Neuralgic and Rheumatic Tains. — Dr. Neligan. 237 Chloroformi, 5j. Camplionc, 5j. Adipis praep. 3.]. Fiat unguentum omni nocte applicandum. In Rheumatism. 238 239 240 Cliloroformi, 5ss. Cerati Galeni (cold cream), ^j. Fiat unguentum. To allay Itching in Urticaria, (fc. — Dr. Neligan. 9> Cliloroformi, nplx. Adipis, 5j. Tere simul in mortario, ut fiat unguentum. In Neuralgic and Rheumatic pains. — M. BouiS. Cliloroformi, 5iv. Potassii Cyanidi, 5iij, Ung. Cerae Albae, 3iV. Fiat unguentum. In Neuralgia . — Cazenaye. 40 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 241 Pulv. Eesinse flav. 5ss. Chloroform, q. s. ad resinam solvendam. Impregnate with this thick solution a small piece of cotton, and introduce it into the hollow of the tooth. In Toothache.— and Reveil. 242 9 , Chloroform!, f5j. Zinci Oxidi, 5ss. 01. Olivse, 5j. Cerati Cetacei, 5iv. Misce : fiat unguentum. To sensitive Ulcers of the Rectum. — Mr. CUELINGI. 243 9 Chloroform!, -n\xx. 01. Olivse, f 5j. Fiat linimentum. To be smeared on the skin, previously well dried, after a. tepid bath. In Lichen. — Dr. Neligak. 244 9 Chloroformi, f 5 j. Pulv. Acacise, 533 . Aquae, f ^iv. . Fiat mistura, cujus detur pars tertia pro dosi. Antis]pasmodic and Stimulant . — Dr. Deuitt. 9 Sp. Chloroformi, ^ss. Ammon. Carb. gr. 50. Aquae, ^vss. (One sixth for a dose.) Diaphoretic . — Dr. Guy. 9 Sp. Chloroformi, 5 ij. Tinct. Belladonnae, 5 j. Syr. Papaveris, 5 vj. Aquae Menthae pip. 5v. (One sixth for a dose.) Anodyne. — Dr. GuY. 9 Chloroformi, 5 ,| — iij. Aquae destil. Oj. Fiat lotio. Li painful Affections of the Breast. — Mr. TUSON. 9 Lin. Chloroformi, Lin. Belladonnae, partes aequales. Misce. To painful Tumours . — Dr. Guy. ALCOHOL AMYLICUM. Tousel Oil. An oily liquid, contained in the crude spirit produced by the fermentation of saccharine solutions with yeast. Used in the preparation of Sodae Valerianas. 24b 246 247 248 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 41 ^ALLIUM. Allium Sativunif Garlic; and Allium Cepa, Onion (Nat. Ord. Liliacece)^ are stimulant, diuretic, expectorant, and deobstruent ; but are more suitable for cold phlegmatic con- stitutions than for hot and bilious ones. They are seldom prescribed ; but have been recommended in chronic catarrhs, humoral asthma, worms, dropsies, and epilepsy of old standing. 'Externally, Garlic is used as a rubefacient, &c. Onions, roasted and split, are applied as maturating cata- plasms. Dose of Garlic, ^ dr. to 2 drs. (a clove or two is recom- mended to be taken in the morning, for worms). 249 -Ailii contusi, lb. ss. Aquse, lb. j. Let them stand in an oven, in a covered vessel, for some hours ; then strain. Two teaspoonfuls to be taken before and after every meal. In Ejpilepsy. — Mr. White (Veterinarian). 250 Succi Cepm, 3j. Sacchari, ^iss. Fiat syrupus. A teaspoonful occasionally. In Coughs of Children, without Inflammation. | Dr. Wood. 251 Mlii sativi bulbi, 5ij — iv. Lactis, 5vj — viij. Leniter ebulliant, et cola, ut fiat enema. In Thread Worms . — Hadixjs. ALOE. Aloes. Aloes Is the inspissated juice of various species of Aloe (Nat. Ord. Liliacece). In full doses it operates pretty cer- tainly, 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, it 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 given with caution during pregnancy. It is much used as a remedy 42 THE BOOK OF PRESCKIPTIONS. for sluggish bowels in persons of sedentary habits ; in dys- pepsia, hypochondriasis, jaundice, ainenorrhoea, &c. On account of its extreme bitterness it is usually given in the form of pills in combinatian with Nux Yomica, Scammony, Iron, &c. ; in a liquid state its taste is partially concealed by liquorice. It should not be given alone, as it is apt to in- duce griping. Administered by the rectum it is a vermifuge. Its purgative powers are increased by the addition of bitter tonics. Two varieties of Aloes are officially recognised : — Aloe Barbadensis, the inspissated juice of the leaf of the Aloe Vulgaris, from Barbadocs; Aloe Socotrina, the inspissated juice of the leaf of one or more unknown species of Aloe from Socotra. There is a difference of opinion as to the relative potency of the varieties. Some authorities prefer the Barbadoes species. The difference of action, however, seems to be slight. The resins are less purgative and cause less griping than the extracts. Dose of Pulvis Aloes Barhadensis, 2 to 4 grains. Bxtractum to 3 grains. Tilnla 4 to 8 grains. i Pilula Aloes et Ferri, 5 to 10 grains. Enema Aloes Barbadensis. Pulvis Aloes SocotrincSy 3 to 6 grains. Becoctum Aloes Ccmpositum (Baunie de Vic), ^ to 2 ounces. It is the most useful preparation of aloes. Bxtractum Aloes Socotrince, to 3 grains. Pilula, 5 to 10 grains. • Pilula Aloes et Asiafeetida, 5 to 10 grains. Pilula Aloes et Myrrlice (Pil. Rufi), 5 to 10 grains. Tinctura Aloes, 1 to 2 drachms. Vinum 1 to 2 draclims. Enema Aloes Socotrince. *Aloine (the alkaloid of Aloes), 1 to 2 grains. A drastic purgative. ^Pilula Aloes co., 5 to 10 grains (contains aloes, gentian, carra- way oil). ^Pulvis Aloe CO., 10 to 20 grains (contains aloes, guaiacum,pulv. cinnamomi comp.). ‘^Tinctura Aloes co., | to 1 drachm (contains aloes, saffron, myrrh). 252 9« Aloes Socot. 3 ij. Saponis^iollis (Ph. L.), 5ss. 01. Menthfe pip. iy^v. Fiant pilulec triginti. Sumat 1 vel 2, p. r. n. In Sluggish Boioels, — Dr. A. T. Thomson. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 43 253 9, Ext. Aloes, 3j. Pulv. Ipecacuanhse, gr. viij. Pulv. Zingiberis, 553. SjTupi, q. s. Eiant pil. xvj. IJna ante prandium suraenda. In Indigestion ivitJi Costweness. — Dr. Baillie. 254( Pulv. Aloes co. gr. viij. 01. Anisi, Tt\ij. 01. Garni, n\j. P'iant pilulae duae. Aperient and Carminative. — Dr. Hoopee. 255 p. Ext. Aloes, Pulv. llliei, Pulv. Ipecacuanlise, Saponis Hispan. sing. gr. xij. Eiat massa in pil. xij dividenda. Suniat unam vel duas x>i*o dosi. In Indigestion. — Dr. G. Geegoey. 256 Pxt. Aloes, 5j. Pulv. Scanimon. 5ss. Bals. Peru. gr. x. 01. Carui, gutt. x. Miscc: fiantpil. xx, quarum suinantur duse vel tres, pro re iiata. For Indolent Boioels in Aged Persons. — Dr. Robinson. 257 9> PuB'- Aloes, Pulv. Masticlies, Pulv, Rliei, ana 55s. Aqua3, q. s. ut fiat massa, in pilulas xx dividenda, quarum sumantur diice vel ti es ante prandium. In Costiveness and Flatulence in Fgspeptic Habits. Mr. Beande. 258 Ext. Aloes Barb. gr. i — ij. Antimon. Tart. gr. a. Eiat pilula. To be taken at bed-time. In Amenorrhoea. — Dr. J. Little. 259 5^ Pulv. Aloes, 5ij. Sodii Cliloridi, 5iss. Eariiiae, 5j. Mellis, q. s. Fiat suppositorium. In Constipation . — * 2C0 Pil- Aloes co. Pil. Eerri co. ana 5j. 01. Sabinse, 01, Pvutae, ana n\iij. Pulv. Capsici, gr. viij. , Tcre intime ct in jiil. xxiv div. ; ex his sumat fcgra imam ter die. In Amenorrhoea. — Dr. Ryan. 44 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 261 262 263 Fiat T re nata. 264 265 266 267 268 269 Aloes Socot. gr. xvj. Masticlies, gr. viij. Ext. Gentianee, Pil. Assaf. CO. ana gr. iij. 01. Anisi, q. s. Eiant pil. xij. Sumat tres li. s. quotidie. As a toarm Laxative^ in Asthma^ 8^c. — Dr. COPLAND 9 . Aloes Socot. Zingiberis pulv. ana 5ss. Ext. Anthemidis, 3ij. Eiant pil. xx. One or two an hour before dinner. In Indigestiony with Costiveness. — Dr. Hooper, 9 , Aloes Socot. Pulv. Rhei, ana 5 SS. Saponis, q. s. nassa, in pilulas xxv dividenda. Sumantur tres vel quatuor^ pro In Dysjpe]psia^ with Costiveness . — Dr. Ellis. (U.S.). 9 Pil. Aloes c. Myrrhs, 3ij. Ext. Hyoscyami, 3j. Misce, et div. in pil. xij. Sumat unam nocte subinde. As a mild laxative in Dyspepsia. — Dr. G. GREGORY. 9 Eil. Aloes CO. Oiiss. 01. Crotonis, iry. Eiant pil. xij, quarum sumat ij bora somni, p. r. n. Dr. Elliotson. 9 Aloes, 3ss. Pulv. Rhei, 3ss. Ext. Gentianm, 3j. Syrupi, q. s. Eiant pil. xx. Sumat ij bis die. In Dyspepsia, with Torpid Bowels. — Dr. Ainslie. 9 Aloes Socot. 5iij. Masticlies, 3j. Petalse Rosse (vel Pulv. Rhei), 3j. Eellis inspis. 3iss. Misce bene, et div. in pil. 100, quarum cap. ij vel iij ante prand. In Indigestion. — Dr. Copland. 9 Eil. Aloes et Myrrhse, 3j. Pil. Assaf. CO. 5ij. Misce, et div. in pil. xl. Cap. ij ter die. In Costiveness, with Nervous Dehility. — Dr. Farre. 9 Pulv. Aloes CO. 3ij. Pulv. Antimon. 3j. Syr. Zingiberis, q. 3 . Eiant pil. xvj. Sumat ij 0 . n. As a Sudorific Laxative. — Dr. Ainslie. THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS, 45 270 9 . Ext. Aloes Barb. Saponis Hispanici, Tlieriacse, Ext. Glycyrrhizse, sing. 5j. Simul liquifac in balneo aquoso, dein div. in pil. xlviij. Sumat unam bora Bomni. (Like Fil. Aloes Barbadensis, and named Pil. Aloes Dilutee.) Dr. Maeshall Hall. 271 9> Aloes Barb. gr. xxiv. Acidi Sulphurici, rqvj. Misce bene, et div. in pil. xj, quarum sumantur duse quarta quaque bora. In Obstinate Costiveness , — Dr. Dickson. 272 B> Pil. Aloes co. Pil. Hydrargyri, ana gr. xxv. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s. Misce, et div. in pil. x. Sumat unam omni nocte b. s. In Flatulent Indigestiony with Liver Derangement, Dr. Ainslie. 273 9> I*ulv. Aloes CO. 5j. Pulv. Antimon. gr. v. Saponis duri, 3ss. Decocti Aloes co. q. s. Fiat massa in pilulas xx dividenda, e quibus capiantur bin® ad alvum officii immemorem excitandam. Dr. Paeis. 274 ^^xt. Aloes, Quin. Sulpli. ana 3j. Misce : fiant pilulae xx. One to be taken at bedtime. In Costiveness from Torjpor of Colon, and Deficient Bile. PiTTSCHAET. 275 Ext. Aloes, gr. xviij. Quin. Sulpli. gr. xij. Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. vj. Ext. Bbei, gr. xviij. Misce : ut fiant pil. xij. Capiat unam meridie et bora somni. Dr. Baeon. 276 9- Pulv. Aloes, gr. iv ad viij. Syr. simp, {vel empyreumatici), 5j. Fiat electuarium vespere sumendum. [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. 277 ^iui Aloes, f^iss. Sp. Ammon, arom. f ^ss. Misce. Dose, a tablespoonful, with water. As a Warm Aperient , — Dr. Ainslie. 46 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. S78 5° Becocti Aloes co. Inf. Gentianse co. ana Liq. Potassse, 5 ij. Misce. Sumat coclil. ij majora onini mane. In Headache, loith Indigestion . — Dr. G. Gregory. 279 5> Decocti Aloes co. f 5 iv. Inf. CascarillEe, f^j- Fiat liaiistiis, sera el vel bis die sumeudus. In Costiveness in WeaJc Hysterical Subjects. — Dr. UwiNS. 280 ^ Decocti Aloes co. f ^iij. Mist, Ferri co. f ^v. Fiat mistura. Sumat coclil. ij bis die. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 231 5 ^ Decocti Aloes co. f 3 ivss. Sodse Bicarb. 5 j. Vini Aloes, f 5 vj, Ext. Taraxaci, 5 iij. Sp. Pimentae, f Jss. Misce : capiat partem tertiam pro dosi. In Habitual Constijgation. — Dr. Copland. 232 9 , Decocti Aloes co. f^viss. Tinct. Sennse co. f Tract. Scillse, f 5 iij. Fiat mistura. Three tablespoonfuls to be taken occasionally. As a Laxative, in Asthma. — Dr. R. Reece. 283 9 Decocti Aloes co. f^ij. Syr. Croci, Syr. Rliei, ana f ^ss. Fiat mistura, duobus vicibus sumenda. In Torx>or of the Bowels, with Chlorosis. — Dr. Neligan. 281 9 Decocti Aloes co. f 5 iss. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, 3 ij. Vini Aloes, f 5 ij. Misce. One or two tablespoonfuls twice a day. As a Laxative and Vermifuge for Children. Drs. Evanson and Maunsell. [The same, with nxxxx— lx Tinct. Ferri Perchloridi, is given to prevent the regeneration of worms.] 285 9 Decocti Aloes co. f ^vss. Inf. Sennse co. f 3ij- Tinct. Sennse, Tinct. Jalapse, ana f 3 ij. Fiat mistura de qua sumantur cochl. ij ampla bis quotidie mane et sero. Dr. Paris. THE BOOK OF PBESCKIPTIONS, 47 286 p. Aloes, 5j. Sacchari crystallati, 3 ij. Tere«intime, et divide in doses octodecim oequales. Signa. One occa- sionally. , In Convalescence from Chorea. — Dr. Jas. Hamilton, ^ALTHEA. Marsh Mallow. The dried root of Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis, Nat. Ord. Malvacece) is used as an emollient and demulcent, in inflammations and irritations of the alimentary canal, and of the urinary and respiratory organs. The leaves and flowers of Althaea (as well as of the common mallow, Malva Sylves- tris) have similar properties, hut are chiefly used externally in soothing fomentations. Bose of Pnhis AWicecs. Mistura (contains ' powdered root of Altlioea, raisins, water), • Syrnpus (contains powdered root of Altlioea, sugar, water, rectified spirit). The (lose of the above is ad libitum. TJnguentum Allhmcd. P^ltd de Guimauve, a favourite preparation, contains mucilage of Altheea, gum arabic, sugar, and white of egg. 287 9> Decocti Althaese, f 5vj. Syr, simplicis, f 5j. Fiat mistura cujus sumatur tertia pars sexta quaque hora. In Calculous Disorders and Inflammation of the Kidneys. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 288 Pulv. Althaem, Piilv. Glyeyrrhizse, ana ^hj. Pulv. Potass. Nitrat. 5ss. Pulv. Camphorse, 5j, Misce, et div. in chart, xxx. One powder three times a day, 289 Rad. Althaese, ^ij. Pk,ad. Glycyrrhizee, 3iij. Aquae, Oiss. Coque ad Oj, et cola. Dr. Copland, 290 Rad. Althceoe, Sj. Aquaj, Oss. Coque ad f ^v, cola, et addc Lactis, f 5iij- Mellis, 3 iss. Fiat gargarisraa. Teousseatj, 48 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 291 Tseculae Solani tuberosi (potato), Decocti Althsese, ana p. seq. Misce fecuiam cum decocti frigidi pauxillo, dein adde decocti quod restat, et coque ad spissitudinem idoneam, pro cataplasmate. In Irritable Diseases of the Skin. — Dr. Joy. 292 Althsese, f Liq. Plumbi Subacet, f 5j — ij. Fiat lotio. In Lichen and Chronic 'Eczema. — Dr. BuroesS. 293 ti' 9 . Decocti Althsese, Oss. Sodse Sulpliatis, 5j- 01. Olivse, Misce: fiat enema. Dr. Hooper. ALUMEN. Alum. Alum (Sulphate of Alumina and Ammonia) is astringent, and is prescribed in hsemorrhages, chronic diarrhoea, and dysentery, and in atonic discharges generally ; also in hooping- cough and lead colic. It is a purgative in large doses, an emetic in repeated doses. 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 and leucorrhoea. The powder is blown into the throat in diphtheria. Alumen Exsiccatum (Alumen ustum), dried or burnt alum, is chiefly used as a mild caustic to repress proud flesh. Dose of Alum, 10 to 15 grains as an astringent; 30 to 60 grains as a purgative. * Alumen Ferruni, 5 to 10 grains. It checks hsematuria, and is more potent than Alum. * Alumen SulpJio-Tannicum,^ to 10 grains. *Pulvis Aluminis Co. (Alum 4 oz., Kino 1 oz.), 5 to 15 grains. * Liquor (Sulphate of Alum and Zinc each 1 oz., water 3 pints). Used as a lotion. ^Cataplasma Aluminis (Alum 60 grains, white of 2 eggs). 294 Aluminis, gr. xlviij. Aquae cahdae, f 5vss. Syrupi, f 3ss. Misce. Dose, from f 5ss to f 5iv, according to the age, three or four times a day. In Bronchitis. — Dr. Andrews. THE BOOK OE PBESCRIPTIONS, 295 9> Aluminis, gr. xxiv. Acidi Siilpli. dil. Syr. Rlioeados, f 5iv. Aquse, f 3iiss. Fiat mistui*a : sumat f siij sextis lioris. In Hooj^mg -cough, — Dr. West. 296 9> Aluminis, Ferri Sulpli. Zinci Sulph. aa gr. iij. Aquse 3j. Fiat iotio. In Bronchocele , — Dr. F. P. Atkinson. 297 Aluminis, gr. xxv. Ext. Conii, gr. xij. Syr. Uhoeados, f 3ij. Aqum Auethi, f Misce : capiat coclil. mediocre scxta quaque liora. hi the second stage of Soojging -cough , — Dr. Golding Died. 298 Aluminis, siss. Syr. Rosse, f Aquse Rosce, f 3' ij. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat coclil. amplum tertiis tel quartis lioris. In Painters' Colic and Old Diarrhoeas, — Dr. Neligan. 299 9> Rosm co. f ^viiss. Aluminis, 5ij. Tinct. Cardam co. f^ss. i Misce : sumat coclil. amplum duo ter die. In Habitual Constijgaiion, — Dr. Aldeidge. 300 Aluminis, 5ij. Magnes. Sulpli. 3j. Inf. Rosm co. f 3viij. Misce : sumat coclil. anipla duo cum aqum cyatliis viiiariis duobus primo mane quotidie. In Habitual Constipation and Lead Dr. Aldeidge. 801 Aluminis, 3j. Acidi Sulph. dil. fsiss. Syr. simpl. f ^ss. Inf. Rosm co. t ^vij. Misce : sit dosis pars sexta 4ta quaqiie llora. In Passive HcemorrhageSi-^Dv, Deditt. 802 !pt Pulv. Aluminis, Fulv. Kino, ana 5iiss. Syr. simp. q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. 100 dividenda. 2 — 10 daily. In Chronic Diarrhoea Or Menorrhagia. Teousseau and Heyeil 4 (i?Me boos, op Prescriptions. so 303 9> Aluminis, 5iiss. Syr. Rhatanise, 5ij* Aquoe, ^vj. Solve, alumen in aqua, et adde syrupum. In dos. 4 divid., intervallo semi horse adliibend. i.* In Hcemojptysis . — Teotjsseatj and Reyeil. 304 Camphorse rasse, t;r. iv ; tere cum Mucil. Acacise, f^ss. Aquse Pimentse, f3j. Pulv. Aluminis, 5ss. Sp. Anisi, f 5j. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), f 533. Misce : fiat haustus, quarta vel quinta quaque liora sumendus, prius agitata pliiala. In Painters' Colic, — Dr. Copland. 305 5“ Pulv. Aluminis, 5iiss. Mellis albi, 5x. Misce. Half a spoonful to be given every hour ; and powdered alum blown into the throat every four hours. In Croup and Piphtheritis, — Dr. Teousseaij. 306 5® Pulv. Aluminis, 3j. Pulv. Cubebse, 3v. Fiat pulvis ter die sumendus. In Gonorrhoea, — M. Ricoed. 807 9. Pulv. Aluminis, gr. viij. Quin. Sulph. gr. ij. Pulv. Acacise, Pulv. Sacchari albi, ana gr. xij. Fiat pulvis. Dispensaniur tales duodecim. Capiat seger tertia quaque liora pulverem unum. In Passive JScemorrhageSf Adynamic Fevers, Sfc, Dr. Copland. 808 5® Picis liquidse, Pulv. AluminiSj ana 3v. Pulv. (jlycyrrhi^sej q. s. Fiat massa in pil. gr. ivss dividenda. Sumat 6 ad 10 quotidie. In Gonorrhoea, — M. Beeton. 309 Pulv. Aluminis, gr. vj. Pulv. Ipecacuanhee, gr. iss. Syr. Papav. q. s. Fia bolus, quartis vel sextis horis repetendus. In Dysentery, — Dr. Joy. 810 9. Pulv. Aluminis, gr. xij. Pulv. Catechu, gr. v. Cinnamomi, gr. iv. Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut flat bolus, ter die sumendus. In Flooding from Belaxation,-^D\\ OsBOENE. ms BOOK OF PKESCEIPTIONS. 51 31l Pulv. Aluminis, gr. vj. Solve in Aquae Rosae, f 3v, ut fiat collyrium. In Chronic Ophthalmia. — Mr. Brande. 313 Aluminis, 5ij. Inf. Rosae, Oj. Fiat lotio. In Acne, Pityriasis, Eczema, S(c. (after the removal of the incrustations). M. Cazenave. 313 Aluminis, 5j. Pecocti Cinclionae, f ^xij. Mellis Rosae, f 3iss. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In relaxed Sore Throat . — Sir A. Coopee, 314 Iiif Kosae co. Decocti Altliaeae, ana f 5iij. Aluminis, 5j. Mel. Rosae, f 3 ij. Fiat gargarisma saepe Utend. In relaxed Sore Throat and Ulcerated Mouth. Dr. NELIOAE-i 315 9> Aluminis, 5j. Acidi Sulpli. dil. Tiiict. Myrrhae, f 3 ij. Decocti Cinclionae, f 3vj. Fiat gargarisima. Dn Hoopeei 316 Pulv. Acaciae, 5ss. Pulv. Aluminis, gr. v. Misce diligentissime, ut fiat pulvis mamillis pro re nata applicandus; To Sore Nipples (applied after suckling). Dr. A. T. Thomso^t* 317 Aluminis, 3j. Cretae praep. 3,j. Misce diligentissime, ut fiat pulvis, cujus inspergatur pauxillum super mamillas pro re nata. Dr. Peeeira* 318 319 5^ Pulv. Aluminis, Pulv. Acaciae, ana part. aeq. Misce. To be blown into the nostrils. In Epistaxis . — M* LecluYSE* Aluminis, 5vj. Tinct. Capsici, 3ij. Misce et sicca. A small quantity of the powder to be applied to the tonsils. Dr. Turnbull. 62 THE BOOK OE PRESCKIPTIONSi 820 5® Aluminis, 5iss. Aquet Kosse, f 3viij. Piat injectio. In Gonorrhoea, — Bell. 321 Aluminis co. f 5vj. Aquae destill, f ^vss. Mucil. Acaciae, f 3ss. Misce: fiat injectio. In Gleet. — Mr. Bkakde. 322 9> Aluminis, 5ij. Decocti fol. Juglandis, Olj. Misce : fiat injectio. In Leucorrhoea. — M. Teousseatj 323 Inf. Lini, f 3xv. Aluminis, 5ij. Tinct. Kino, 3j. Misce : fiat injectio. In Cauliflower Excrescence of the Uterus. — Dr. Claek. 324 Aluminis, 5j — iv. Decocti Quercus, Oj. Piat injectio. Sir A. CoOPEE. 325 Aluminis usti, Hydrarg. Oxidi Eubri, ana 3j. Misce bene. As a Caustic for Fungous Growths. — Dr. Kiekland* 326 Aluminis, 5j. Butyri recentis, 3j- Fiat unguentum. In Kcemorrhoids.-Ihl. Sundelin. 327 Aluminis usti, Boracis, ana 5ss. MeduUae bovinae, 5j. 01. Berganiiae, rqvj. Misce : fiat unguentum. Half a teaspoonful to be rubbed on the head night and morning. To 'promote the Groxcth of ATain— Feicke. 328 Aluminis, Zinci Sulph. ana gr. iij. Decoc. Papaveris, 3j. Piat lotio. In Parotitis. — Dr. F. P. Atkinsok. ^ALUAIINA. Alumina, earth of Alum, or Argil, is the basis of clays^ bub for medical use it is obtained from Alum. It is chiefly pre- scribed in diarrhoea and dysentery of children, to whom it is THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 53 given in some mucilaginous liquid, to the extent of 30 grains, or more, in the day : and to adults, in doses of 10 to 20 grains several times a day. The simjple Sulphate of Alumina is used to preserve animal substances, and also in detergent and antiseptic lotions tq foul ulcers. 329 Aluminse, 5ss. Acacise pulr. 5 j. Sacchari albi, 3 ij. Aquae Foeniculi, f^iij- Misce, A teaspoonful to be given ftequently. In Diarrhoea of Riecee, 830 A^nmiuae, 5ij. Aquae destil. f 3viij. Fiat lotio. To Foul Ulcers.— D y, Penntpaceee (U.S.), *ALUMIlSriI CHLORIDUM. Chloride of Aluminium, “ ChloralumF A crystalline solid, which is largely employed as a disin^ fectant and deodorizer. It is sold both in the solid form and in solution. The latter may he employed in the sick room and elsewhere in the same manner as the solution of Chloride of Zinc, over which it possesses the advantage of not being poisonous. AMMONIA. AMMONIA CARBONAS, &c. Ammonia, whether in its caustic state or combined with carbonic acid, is antacid, diaphoretic, and expectorant. It stimulates the stomach and increases the action of the heart and arteries, without unduly exciting the brain. It is pre- scribed, in the form of some of the compounds mentioned below, in fainting, and sinking of the vital powers from he- morrhages, &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, 54 THE BOOK OF PKESCEIPTIONS. Externally it is used as a local stimulant, rubefacient, and counter-irritant. The Carbonate is less irritant than the caustic ammonia (as contained in Liquor Ammonice) ; the Bicarhonate is still milder. The vapour 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. Dose of Sjnritus Ammonias Aromaticus (Sal Volatile), 20 to 60 minims (the best form for an antacid). Foetidus, 30 to 60 minims. Liquor Ammonia, 10 to 30 minims. fortior, 3 to 5 minims (seldom given inter- nally: a rubefacient). Ammonia Carhonas, 3 to 10 grains ; or as an emetic, 30 grains. Linimentum Ammonia. * Ammonia Bicarhonas, 10 to 30 grains. ‘^Tinct. Ammonia composita, 5 to 10 minims (Eau de Luce). *Liq. Volatilis Cornu Cervi, 20 to 60 minims (Spirit of Harts- horn). *Hartshorn and Oil is a counter-irritant (Spirit of Harts- horn 3, Oil of Almonds 4 parts). 831 hiq. Ammonise, n\x. Aquae cum Saccharo, §iij. Misce. To he taken in the course of the day. To remove the ill-effects of Tobacco and Alcoholic JDrinJcs. M. Tessiee. 333 Liq. Ammoniae, n\xxx. Sit injectio subcutanea. To he injected into a superficial vein in snaTce-bites. Dr. Halfoed (of Melbourne). 333 5° Dq. Ammoniae, Tinct. Cardaraomi co. Tlnct. Gentianae co. ana f 3ss. Aquae Camphorae, f ^iss. Fiat haustus. In Faintinq, Giddiness, and Acidity of the Stomach, Mr. Beande. 334 hiq. Ammoniae, n\xv. Mist. Amygdalae, f 3ij. Tinct. Opii, n\vj. Fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In Acidity of the Frimce Vice, — Dr. JOY, THE BOOK OP PFvESCBIPTIONS. 55 335 Ammonise, rn\x. Inf. CliiraytJB, f 3 j. Tinct. Auranlii, f 5 ij. Fiat liaustus, mane meridieque suraendus. In Dyspepsia of the Debilitated^ vhtli Acidity. Dr. Nelioan. 336 Dq. Ammoniee, gtt. x. Syr. Erysimi, ^iss. Inf. Tilse, 3 iij. Misce. To be taken at one dose. Prescribed for Napoleon I, for the immediate cure of Severe Hoarseness. Dr. Foeeait. 337 9- Ammoniee Garb. 5 ss. Aquae Camphorae, ^vss. Syr. Zingiberis, 5 iv. Misce : fiat mistura : capiat coclil. j, maxim, secundis lioris. In Prostration of Typhus Fever. — Dr. JoY. S3S p, Ammoniac Garb. 5 ij. Aquae destil. f 5v. Two tcaspoonfuls 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. Peaet. 339 ip> Ammon. Garb. 5 ss. Sodae Garb. 5 j. Inf. Quassiae, f 3 vj. Misce : sumat partem sextain pro dosi. In Indigestion^ loith Acidity. — Dr. Hooi^ee. 340 Ammoniac Garb. gr. xxv. Aquae destil. f 3 vss. Tinct. Galumbae, f 5 ij. Tinct. Zingiberis, f 3 iss. Syr. Aurantii, f 5 ij. Fiat mistura: sumat cochl. ij ampla hora 11 mA a.m. Dr. Hodokik. 341 5 . Ammoniac Garb. gr. v. Sodae Bicarb. 5 ss. Tinct. Galumbae, f 5 ,j. Inf. Gentianae co. 1 3 is 3 . Misce : fiat haustus bis die sumendus. In Cancerous diseases. — Sir A. Coopee. 313 Ammoniae Garb. 5ss. Aquae Mentliae pip. fjvij. Syr. Aurantii, f 3 ss. Misce : sumatur octava pars in languoribus. Dr. Paeis, 56 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 343 844 845 346 347 348 849 330 Ammonise Carb. gr. iv. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f5j. Liq. Ammonise Acet. f 5iij. Syrupi, f sj. Aquse Campliorse, 5j- Misce ; fiat haustus 6tis lioris sumendus. In Delirium Tremens . — Br. G. Gregory. Ammonise Carb. 5iv. Tinct, Aurantii, f ^iv. Solve : sumat cocbl. j min. bis die ex aqua, G. T. G. 5= Ammon. Carb. ^ss. Liq. Ammonise Acet. f 3 ij. Aquae Campliorse, f^iiiss. Syr. Aurantii, f^ss. A sixth part to betaken for a dose. . stimulant and Diaphoretic. — Dr. Hooper. 5> Ammonise Carb. Potassse Bicarb, ana ^ss. Aquse destil, f^viiss. Fiat mistura ; dosis f ^iss bis die, post jentaculum et hora somni. In Dyspepsia^ with Acidity. — Dr. JoY. Ammonise Carb. 3ss. Aquae Cinnamomi, A). Tinct. Capsici, 5ss, Syr. Croci {vel Mori), 5ss. Fiat haustus, hori somni sumendus. To prevent nightmare. — Dr. Waller. Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Potass. Chlorat. 3j. Tinct, Cinch. Co. 5j. Decoct, Cinchonse, 3 iss. Fiat liaustus. To be taken every lour or six hours. In Sloughing Thagedcena . — Mr. Erichsen. Ammon. Carb. gr. vj, Tinct, Scillse, 5ss. Syr. Papaveris, 5ij. Decocti Senegse. Aquae Camph. aa 5vj. Misce. One or two teaspoonfuls every four hours. In Infantile Chronic Catarrh.— Dr. T. H. Tanner. Ammon. Carb. 3ss. Acidi Citrici, 3j. Aquae, 3j. Misce. To be taken three times a day, In DMetes MelUtus.—^\v George Burrows, THE BOOiC OP PBESCEIPTIONS. 57 351 5 . Ammoniae Garb. 5ij. Palv. Tragacanthee, 3j. Aquae destil. f 3 vij. Fiat n istura: sumat coclii. unum omni bora. In Vomiting from Acidity . — Rxjdermacheb. 353 Ammoniae Garb. 5 j. Aquae Rutae,' 3 ix. Syr. Papaveris, Misce. A spoonful every ten minutes. In Spasmodic Asthma . — Van Swieten. 353 Ammoniae, f^ss. Inf. Gascarillae, f 3 vij. Sp. iEtlieris Nit. l'5j. Sp. Gmnamomi, f 5 iij. Misce : fiat mistura, de qua sumantur coclil. ij ampla ter in die. In LitJiic Diathesis^ %cith Debility of Stomach. Dr. ISTeligan. 354 Ammoniae Garb. ^iiss. Syr. Sudorifici {vel Sarsae), 5 viij. Misce. A tablespooiiful from once to four times a day. In obstinate Shin Diseases . — Cazenave, 355 9> Ammoniae Garb. 3j. Ipecacuanliae, 5 ss. Tinct. Gapsici, 3 j. ' Aquae Mentliae pip. f^nj* Fiat liaustus emeticus. In Poisoning by Narcotics . — SpeaGUE. 356 ^ Ammoniae Garb. 5 ss, Inf. Senegae, f 3 .]. Syr. Groci {vel Mori), f 3 ij. Fiat haustus, statim sum. In Suffocating Catarrh of Typhus, — Dr. Neligan. 857 Ammon. Garb. 5 ss. Sp. Sacchari (Rnm), 5 v. Syr. simpl. 5 v. Aquae, 3 iij. Misce. Half to be taken morning and night. In Saccharine Diabetes. — M. Bouchaedat. 358 AmmoTiiae Garb. 3ss. Pulv. Vah'iianae, 3j. Aquae Giiinamomi, f ^ij. Fiat haustus. In Nervous Headache. ^J)v. Joy, 58 THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 359 Ammonise Carb. Ext. Gentiause, ana 5 ss. Fiat luassa in pilulas xij div. quaruni snmatur una bis vel ter die. Antacidi Tonic, and Stimulant.' — Mr. Bbakpe. 360 5“ Ammonise Garb. gr. xxiv. Eellis Bov. inspis. 5 ss. Mncil. Acacisej q. s. Fiant pilulae duodecim, cap. uuani ter in die. In Ttispepsia, ivitJi Vomiting and Constipation, Dr. Neligan. 361 p, Ammonise Carb. gr. viij. Ext. Rliei, gr. viij. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s. Divide in pil. iv. Sumat j vel i'j p. r. n. prevalente acido ventriculi. In lyspejpsia with Acidity. — Dr. JoY. 862 5“ Amraoniee Carb. Ext. Aiithemidis, ana 5 ss. Fiat massa in pil. xij div. quarum sumatur una bis vel ter die. Dr. Copland. 363 Ammoniae Bicarb, gr. viij. Inf. Caliimba?, f ^j. Tinct. Liipuli, f 5 j. Tiiict. Ilyoscyami, iri^xx. M. Fiat liaustus bis quotidie sumendus. In Dyspepsia, with Acidity and Irritability of the Stomach, Dr. Neligan, 361 Sp. Ammon, aromat. f 3 j. Aqum Cinnamomi, f3v. Sodse Bjcai'b. 3 SS. 01. Cinnamomi, n\xv. Tinct. Capsid, f 5 j. Misce : capiat coclil. med. cum cvatlio aquae post jentaculum et prandium quotidie. Antacid and, Stimulant . — Mr. Vance. 365 366 1^ Magnesise Carb. 3j. Aquae Campliorae, f 3 'ss. Sp. Ammon, aromat. f 5 ss. Tinct. Opii, iy|^v. Misce : fiat liaustus, bora decubitus sumendus. In Acid Dyspepsia, icith Languor and Irritahility, Mr. Bbande. Sp. Ammon, arom. Tinct. Cascarillae, ana f^j. Misce : sumat cochl. j pair, ter die ex aquae cyatlio. Dr. Golding Bird. THE BOOK OP PEESCRIPTIONS. 59 867 95 Sp. Ammon, aromat. Tinct. Lavandulee co. ana f 5j- Misce : sumat cocbl. min. ex aqua urgente flatu vel langnore. Dr. Joy. 868 869 870 871 372 873 874 5b Sp. Ammon, aromat. Liq. Potassm, Tinct. Rhei, ana f 5j- Misce : sumat cocbl. parv. bis die ex aqua. Antacid^ Stimulant^ and Stomachic, — H. J. Aquae Mentbae, f ^ss. Sp. Ammon, aroni. f 5ss. Sp. iEtberisNit. nqxij. Sp. Lavandulae co. f 5j. Syr. simpl. ^ss. Misce : sumat f 5j bora quaque secunda. In receded^ 'Eruptions, SinTcing^ S^c.^ of Children. Drs. Eyanson and Maunsell. 9 . Sp. Ammon, arom. f^ss. Tinct. Lavandulae co. f 5j- Aquae Ginn amomi, f^iiiss. Syr. Aurantii, f 3j. Sumat partem sextam vel quartam pro dosi. Dr. Hoopee. Sp. Ammon, arom. Sp. ./Etlieris, ana f 5iss. Morpbiae Acet. gr. ss. ; Aquae Campborae, f^ij. Misce. A teaspoonful to be taken when occasion requires. In Sjpasms of the Stomachy <^c. — Dr, Geindeod, 5^ Aquae Carui, fAi- Tinct. Cardam co. f ^ij. Sp. Ammon, arom. n\x. Syr. Croci (vel Mori), f 5 J. Misce : fiat baustus. Dr. Joy. |b Liq. Calcis, f 5 vss. Magnes. Garb. 53 s. Sp. Ammon, arom f 5 ij, Tinct. Rbei, f 5 iij. Misce : sit dosis 3 j bis quotidie. In Kernes Ldbialis, <^c. — Dr. Bfegess. 9 ^ Sp.'Tlmmon. arom. f 5 ij. Sp. Ailtberis Nit. f 3 ij. Tinct. Ilyoscyami, f 3 ij. Aquae Gampborae, f 3 v. ' Sumat partem quartam ter die. In Irritable Bladder, with Acid Urine, 60 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 375 Aquse Campliorse, f 5v. Sp. Ammon, foetidi, f 5v. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), f 5iij. Misce : suraat coclil. ij ampla pro dosi. In Hysteria f — Dr. Joy, 876 Sp. Ammon, foetidi, Aquae Camphorse, f 3 VJ. Syr. Aurantii, f 5iij. Sp. Lavand. CO. t 3ij. Misce : sumat coclil. ij bis die. (AVitli tlie following pills.) 377 Zinci Sulpli. 3ss. Ext. Gentianae, 3ij. Ext. Coloc. CO. 3j. Eiant pilulae xx. Sumat ij omni nocte. In Costivenessy with Nervous Debility, — Dr. BabinGTON, 378 Inf. Valerianae, f5xj. Sp. Ammon, foetidi, f 5ss. Tinct. Castorei, f 5ss. Misce : fiat liaustus bis terve die capiendus. In Angina Pectoris and other Sjpasmodic disorders. Dr. Copland. [For other formulaB containing Sp. Ammon, Fcetidus, see Assafcetida, Valerian, and Castor.] External Applications. 379 9 . Liq. Ammoniae, f 5ij. Lin. Saponls, f^j. Eiat linimentum. Pubefacient and Counter-irritant . — Dr. Drtjitt, 380 Liq. Ammoniae, f5j. Glyceriiiae, f 5vj. Sp. Lavandulae, f ^ij. Aquae destil. f 3vj. Misce: fiat lotio. In Cutaneous Diseasesy with Atony of the Shin. Dr. Neligan. 381 Sp. Rosmarini, f^ij. Liq. xArnmoniae. Tinct. Opii,ana 5ss. Misce : fiat embrocatio. To be rubbed over the chest and along the spine. In Spasmodic Crouf and Convulsions of Children, Dr. Ure, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 61 382 9> Liq. Ammonisej f 5ss. 01. Olivee, 3j- 01. Terebinth, f 5ss. 01. Limonis, f 5ss. Agita simul donee mlsceantur. Dr. Copland. 383 5^ Liq. AmmoniBe, 2ss. Petrolei Barb. ^iss. Fiat linimenttim. As a Counter-irritant in Diseased Joints, — Dr. Kirkland. [For other Ammoniacal Liniments, see under Camphora, Ol. Terebinthinje, &c.] 384 9- hiq. Ammonise, 3iv. hactis Vaccini, "^iv. Fiat injectio. fwo tablespoonfuls to be injected daily. In Amenorrhoea . — LavagnA. AMMONKE ACETAS. AMMONIA CITKAS. Acetate and Citrate of Ammonia, These neutral Salts of Ammonia are refrigerant, diapho^ retie, and in some cases diuretic. They are used in febrile and inflammatory diseases, and generally to promote dia- phoresis, as in dropsy, rheumatism, &c. The Acetate (as well as the Carbonate and Pure Ammonia) has been recommended to remove the effects of intoxicating liquors. The Citrate is very commonly given in the extemporaneous and efiervescing form of Carbonate of Ammonia and Lemon Juice. Dose of Liq. Arnmonm Acetatis, 2 to 6 drachms. Liq. Ammonice CitratiSy 2 to 6 drachms. lExternally, Liq. Ammon. Acet. is cooling and discutient, and is used in lotions to bruises and inflammations, and as a colly ri am in chronic ophthalmia. 885 9, Liq. Ammon. Acet. f^ij. Aqum Campliorte, f^vj. Misce : sumat f sextis hori's. As a Diaphoretic in Loio FeverSi — Dr. AlNSLiE. 62 5?HE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 386 Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 5 ix. Vini Antimon. f 5 j. Syr. Papaveris, f 3 j. Aquse Mentlim, f 3 xij. Fiat mistura : sumat cochl. amplum quarta quaque hora, et capiat omni nocte li. s., pulv. sequentuni: 9> Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. iiiss. Hydrarg. cum Greta, gr. v. Misce. In Dropsy^ after Scarlatina. — Dr. Golding Bied. 387 V° Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 3 iij. Aquae Camphorae. Aquae destil. ana f 3 iv. Syr. Ehoeados, f 3 j. Fiat liaustus 6 tis lioris sumendus. As a Diaphoretic . — Dr. G. GEEaOEY. 388 9> Liq. Ammon. Acet. f3ij. Syr. simplicis, f 3j. Aquae fl. Aurantii, f 33 . Aquae Camphoraej f giv. Misce : sumat f 3 j quarta quaque hora. Dr. NELiaAN. 389 5® Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 3 ij. Aquae Menthae pip. Aquae, ana f 3ss. Vini Antimon., -nqxx. Syrupi, f 3 j. Fiat liaustus, quartis iioris sumendus. Dr. G. GeegoeY* 390 Liq. Ammon. Acet. fSiij. Aquae Camphorae, f 3i. Syr. Aurantii, f 3j. Fiat liaustus. As a Mild Diaphoretic.-^Dr. JoYi 391 9 . Aquae Camphorae, f5iss. Liq. Amnion. Acet. 1 3 iv. Vini Antimon., gutt. xl. Tinct. Opii, gutt. xx. Misce : fiat haustus hora somni sumendus. In Acute Rheumatism . — BLANEi 893 9 Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 3 iij. Vini Opii, nqxv. Mucil. Acaciae, f 3 j. Aquae, Oiss. Misce. The whole to be taken in the course of the day. In Typhoid Fevers . — M. Michel. ME BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 63 Liq. Ammon. Acet. Aquse Camphorse, ana f 5vj. Syr, Papaveris, f 5j . Vini Antimon. iy\^xx. Misce : fiat liaustus liora somni sumendus. In Common Catarrh . — Mr. Beande. E AquEB Camphorse, Mist. Amygdalee, ana f Liq, Ammon. Acet. f ^iss. Sp. JEtheris Nitr. Vini Antimon. ana f 5iis. Syr. Tolutani, f 5iss. Misce : capiat coclil. ij larga secunda quaque hora. In bronchitis . — Dr. Copland. E Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 5vj. Tinct. Campliorse co. f 5j. Sp. ADtheris Nit. f 3j. Syr. Tolutani, f 5j . Aquae, f ^ij. Sumat diraidium hac, et reliquum crastina node. Dr. C. Gc. Babinoton. Liq. Ammon. Acet. 5133 . Potass. Nitrat. 3j. Liq. Morph. Hydroclilor. 5j. ' Mist. Amygdalae, ad 3vj. M. A tablespoonful three times a day, lialf an hour before meals. In Inflammatory bys^eiysia. — Dr. KbSS. 9 , Liq. Ammoniae Acet. f 3j. Vini Antimon. f 5ij. Syr. Tolutani, f 5vj. Aquae, f giv. Fiat mistura : sumat partem sextam quarta quaque liora. In Catarrh . — Dr. G. Geegoey. 9 Ammon, Garb. 3j. Succi Limonis recentis, i gvj. {vel Acidi Citrici, gr. xxiv.) Aquae destil. f gvij. Syr. Tolutani, Sp. Myristicae, ana f 533 . Fiat liaustus. Diaphoretic . — Mr. Beande. 9 Ammon. Garb. 3j. Aquae, fgiiiss. Succi Limonis, f gij (vel q. s. ad sat.) Syr. Aurantii, f gss. Fiat mistura : suraantur cochl. ij tertia vel quarta quaque bora. In Fevers . — Dr. Cheyne. 64 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONSi 400 Ammon. Garb. 9j. Aquse, f §iss. Syrupi, f5j. Fiat haustus, cum succi limonis coch. uno amplo quartis lioris repetendus. 401 Dr. Joy. Ammonise Garb. 3j. Aquse, f 5vss. Syr. Zingiberis, f 3iij. Misce. Signetur No. 1. 9 . Aquse, fSiij. Acidi Gitrici, 5j. Signetur No. 3. Sumantur cochl. duo No. 1, efFervescentia e cochleare uno No. 2. In the Latter Stage of Protracted Nervous Fevers. Dr. Geayes. 402 Ammon. Garb. gr. xv. Aqurn destil. f 5j. Sp. Myristicse, f5j. ^ Syr. Auraotii, f^ss. Ext. Gonii, gr. iij ad vj. Fiat haustus, quarter quotidie sumendus cum succi litnonis recentis cochl. uno magno in effervescentise impetu; Sedative. — Dr. Copland* 403 Ammon, Garb. gr. xv. Acidi Tartarici, 9j. Aquse, fsxj. Syr. Aurantii, f 3j. Fiat haustus. Lotions, &c. 404 5“ Ammon. Acet. f 5vj. Sp. rectificati, f 3ij. Fiat lotio. Hard and Inflamed Breasts, <^c. — Dr. Claek. 405 9 . Liq. Ammon. Acet. f^iij. Sp. rectificati, f 3iv. Aquae Eosae, f 3iv. Fiat lotio. In Lichen, ^c . — Dr. Buegess. 406 9 Dq. Ammon. Acet. f^ij. Acidi Ilydrocyanici dil. f 5j. Tincti Digitalis, 5iij. g Aquae Rosae, 3V. Fiat lotio, bis die applicanda part, affect, ope spongiae. In Fruriginous Affections of the Aged. — Dr. A. T. THOMSON. 407 9 Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 3vj. Sp, Rosmarini, f 3ij. Aquae, 3 xvi. Fiat lotio. ■ Discutient.—B. G. Holland. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 65 408 9, Liq.Aram0n.Acet.f5vj. Aqu^ Sambuci, 3vij. Fiat collyrium. In Ophthalmia, — Mr. Ware, AMMONII BKOMIDUM. Bromide of Ammonium. Ifc is analogous to Bromide of Potassium, prepared in a similar way, and preferred to it by some physicians in Eng- land and on the Continent. It is less lowering than the Potassium Salt, hut, like it, allays sexual excitement, quiets the brain in hysteria and mania, is useful in hooping-cough and neuralgia, and causes sleep by subduing nervous irrita- tion. It diminishes pain, and promotes absorption. Dose, 5 to 20 grains. It can be obtained in a granular eflfervescing form, and in lozenges of 2 grains each. Aquae, ad ^vj. M. Capiat coclil. j. ampl. bis in die ex aqua. Sedative. — Dr. QuAiN. •Chloride of Ammonium, 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 im- proves the secretions of the mucous membranes, especially that of the lungs. It is diuretic, diaphoretic, stimulant, cholagogue, and emmenagogue, and is also described as re- 409 9 Ammon. Bromidi, 5 iss. Potass. Bromidi, 5 ij. Potass. Bicarb. 5 iij. Succi Taraxaci, 5 iss. AMMONII CHLORIDUM. Sal Ammoniac. 5 66 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. frigerant, antiseptic, and tonic. It is useful in suppurative hepatitis, portal dropsy, and in scrofulous and syphilitic glandular enlargements. 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 htemorrhage. Ex- ternally it is stimulant and resolvent. Lozenges containing 2 grains each are a favourite form for bronchitis. 411 9: Ammon. Chloridi, 3ss. Aquae, ^iss. Solve. Fiat haustus, ter die sum. For Facial Neuralgia. 413 Aquae destil. Ammon. Chloridi, gr. viii — xij. Tinct. Opii, iq ii — iij. Ext. Glycyrrhizae liq. 5iss. Misce. Give a teaspoonful every two or three hours, for a child 1 or 3 years o age. Dr. Meigs. 413 5^ Ammon. Chloridi, gr. x. Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. n\xv. Aquae, 3j- Misce. To be taken twice a day. In Albuminuria . — Dr. Geoege Johnson. 414 Ammon. Chloridi, 5j. Syr. Hemedesmi, f^ss. Aquae Ciunamomi, f ^viiss. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochl. ampla duo sextis horis. In Adynamic Fevers, and Subacute Laryngitis. Dr. Neligan. 415 ■ Ammon. Chloridi, gr. xij. Decocti Cinchonae, f ^iss. Fiat haustus, bis die sumendus. In Chronic Eheumatism. — Dr. H. W. Fi^lee. 416 Ammon. Cliloridi, ^ij. Ext. Glycyrrhizae, ^iij. Antimon. Tart. gr. ij. Aquae destil. f 5viij. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. amplum secunda quaque hora. [The Antim. Tart, to be omitted wdien it has made a sufficient impres- sion on the disease.] In Pleurisy, Subacute Pneumonia, Mucous Congestion, 8fc. . Sir Geo. Lefeveb. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 67 417 Ammon. Chloridi, 5iss. Acidi Hydroclilor. f 5ss. Decocti Hordei, lb. j. M. Capiat coch. iij ampla secuudis vel tertiis horis. Dr. Copland. 418 5® Ammon. Cliloridi, 5ij. Aquse Mentlise, Aquae rior. Aurantii, ana f^iij* M. To be taken in two doses, at intervals of two hours, followed by a cup of coffee. In Intermittent Fever, — M. Aran. 419 Ammon. Chloridi, gr. iv. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 5ij. Aquae Camphorae, f^j. Syr. Limonis, f 5.j. Fiat liaustus, quarta quaque hora capiendus. In Typhoid Fevers , — Dr. COPLAND. 420 Ammon. Chloridi, gr. xv. Pulv. Acaciae, 3ss. Inf. Anthemidis, Vini Antimon. q. 5j. Ext. Glycyrrhizee, 5ij. Misce. Half a spoonful every two hours, to a child of 5 or 6 six years old. In Dysentery and Catarrhal Affections, — Tortual. 421 Ammon. Chloridi, gr. x. Ext. Taraxaci, 5ss. Decocti Aloes co. Mist. Gentianae, ana 5v. Sodae Tart. 5j. Tinct. Lavand. co. n^xx. Fiat haustus mane sumendus, et meridie repetendus si opus sit. In Torpid Liver, with Uterine Disease , — Dr. G. CoRFE, 422 9 , Ammon. Chloridi, 3ij. Potass. Nitrat. 3iv. Aquae Rubi Idaei (raspberry), ^vj. Syr. fl. Aurantii, siij. Misce. A spoonful every two hours. • In the Early Stage of 'Rheumatic, Exanthematic, and Catarrhal Fevers, Clards. 423 9» Ammon. Chloridi, Ext. Glycyrrhizae, ana 5j. Decocti Althaeae, f 3vj. Oxymel simpl. {vel Scillae), 5j. Fiat mistura. Take two tablespoonfuls three times a day. In Catarrhal Affections, -^Dv, Copland. G8 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 424 Ammon. Chloridi, Jij. Campliorae, gr. vj. Flor. Arnicse, 5 ss. Sacchari albi, 5 vj. Misce : fiat pulvis. Detur in vitro. A teaspoonful 3 or 4 times a day. As an ’Expectorant and Emmenagogue. — M. BeeendS. 425 Ammon. Chloridi, Ext. Glycyrrliizse, ana 9j. Ext. Taraxaci, q. s. ut fiat bolus. Bentur tales doses xij. Sum at j secunda vel quarta quaque hora. In Scirrhus of the Erostate^ 8^c. — Sobeenheim. 426 9> Ammon. Chloridi, Jss. Sulphuris loti, gr. xv. Ext. Dulcamarse, q. s. Eiant boli iv. Sumat unum secunda quaque hora. In Chronic Pulmonary Catarrh, — Fischee. 427 Ammon. Chloridi, 5 ss. Pulv. Opii, gr. X. P. Digitalis, P. Scillse, aa 9j. M. Div. in pil, 30. Capiat unam sexta quaque hora. In early stage of Phthisis, — Dr. H. Geeen. 428 Ammon. Chloridi, Potass. Chlorat. aa 5 j. Ext. Belladonnae, gr. Tinct. Eerri Perchlor. 5 j. Aquae Cinnamomi, Aquae, aa ^ij. Misce. Thirty to forty drops every two or three hours. In Scarlatina, — Dr. G. Batlis (U.S.). 429 Ammon. Chloridi, 5 ij. Ext. Taraxaci, 5 iss. Tinct. Gentianae co. Inf. Sennae, ad 5 x. Misce. Two tablespoonfuls twice a day. In Cirrhosis of the Liver, * 430 9 , Decocti Papaveris, Oj. Ammon. Chloridi, 5 vj. Fiat lotio. \ Linen rags dipped in it to be kept applied to the part. To Milk Breasts , — Dr. Claek. 431 9 Ammon. Chloridi, 5 ij. Acidi Acetici dil. f 5 vj. Sp. Camphorae, f Jij. Fiat lotio. In Sprains j Contusions, S^c , — Dr. JoY. 432 433 434 435 436 437 438 439 440 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. Ammon. Chloridi, 51 'j. Aquse, Sp. Rosmariiii, ^ss. Fiat lotio. For TInbroJcen Chilblains. 9 . Ammon. Chloridi, ^ss. Aquse, Solve, et adde Aceti Scillse, Fiat lotio discutiens. In Hydrocele of Children^ ^c . — Geaefe. 9 Ammon. Chloridi, 5 j. Sp. rectificati, f Ai- Aquse, f ^xv. Fiat lotio. Dr. Hooper. 9 Ammon. Chloridi, 5j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f Jij. Aqum, f 3iv. Fiat lotio. To be kept constantly applied. In Hydrocele of Children.—Mv. BrarSBY Coopee. 9 Ammon. Chloridi, 5j. Aqum, f 5v. Sp. rectif. f 5j. Misce : hat lotio discutiens. In Swelled Testicles, c^c . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 9 Ammon. Chloridi, 3iiss. Tinct. Arnicse, 5iiss. Aqum Rutse, ^x. Aceti Rutse, ^v. Fiat lotio. In Hydrocele of Children . — Carps. 9 Ammon. Chloridi, Jij. Liq. Amnion. Acet. f^v. Sp. Vini rectif. f A)- Fiat lotio. For the same . — Sir A. Cooper. 9 Ammon. Chloridi, ^ss. Acidi Acetici dil. Sp. rectificati, ana f ^ss. Aquse Camphorm, f 5xv. Fiat lotio. Dr. Druitt. 9 Amygd. dulc. excort. 3j- Aqum flor. Aurant. Aquse Rosm, ^viij. Fiat emulsio, et adde Ammon. Chloridi, 5j. Tine. Benzoini, 5ij. Fiat lotio cosmetica. In Fimples and Dryness of the Shin . — HerrmaNN. 70 THE BOOK OP PBESCEIPTIONS. 441 9 , Ammon. Cliloridi, gr. xv. Camphoree, 9j. Tere simul, et adde Decocti Cinclionee, f 5vj. Mat gargarisima. In Futrid Sore Throat . — Dr. COPLAND. 443 9 Kad. Pyrethri, 5j. Aquse ferveutis, f 5xij. Macera per horam, et colaturm adde Ammon. Cliloridi, ^iij. Aceti communis, 3iij. Mat collutorium. Van Swieten. 443 9 Ammon. Cliloridi, Potass. Nitrat. ana 3j. Pulv. Capsici, 3ss. Misce bene. To be applied by means of a camel-hair pencil. In Mongated Uvula.’—Dv. B. Geanville. AMMONIA BENZOAS, PHOSPHAS, NITRAS, SULPHAS, ETC. Amnonice Benzoas is a diuretic, and renders the urine acid. It is a valuable remedy in lithic and pbospbatic deposits, and in catarrh of the bladder with alkaline urine. It acts quicker than Benzoic Acid. Dose, 10 to 20 grains. Ammonice Fhosjphas. Phosphate of Ammonia has been used with success in some cases of rheumatism, and to pre- vent lithic deposits. Dose, 5 to 20 grains. ^Ammonia Nitras, Nitrate of Ammonia is not now em- ployed medicinally. It is refrigerant and diuretic. The dose used to be 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. *Ammonice Succinas. Succinate of Ammonia is antispas- modic. It is usually given in the form of Liq. Ammonite {vel Cornu Cervi) Succinatus, of which a few drops are a dose. *AmmonicB Sulphas, Sulphate of Ammonia is diuretic, stimulant, and resolvent. Dose, 15 to 30 grains. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 71 444 9> Ammon. Benzoatis, gr. x— xv. Syrupi, 333. Aquse destil. ad ^iss. M. Fiat haustusj bis terve de die sumendus. Diuretic, — Dr. Seymour, 445 Ammoniee Benzoatis, gr. 1. Ext. Pareirse liq. 5 vj. Decocti Pareirse, 3 V. M. (One sixth for a dose.) Diuretic, Guy. 446 5“ Ammon. Phosphatis, 9ss. Aquse Ciunamomi, f 3 j. Fiat haustns, ter die sumendus. In Acute and Subacute Mheumatism, — Dr. BUCKLER (U.S.)* 447 Ammon. Nitrat. 3ss. Aquse destil. giij. Syr. Altbsese, 3j. Misce. A dessert-spoonful every two hours. In Fevers and Dropsies»^ 448 Dq. Vol. Cornu Cervi, 51 V. Acid Succinic i, q. s. ad sat. Sp. iEtheris, 5 iv. Misce. 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. ^AMMONII lODIDUM. Iodide of Ammonium is a white crystalline salt. It is seldom used in medicine. Like iodide of potassium in its action ; it is, however, more powerful. Dose, 2 to 5 grains. 449 5 ° Ammon. lodidi, gr. viij. Inf. Aurautii, 3j. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Syphilis {tvhen Rotas, lodidim fails), Mr. Berkeley Hill. AMMONIACUM. Gum Ammoniac is the concrete juice of an umhelliferous plant, Dorema Ammoniacum. It is stimulant, expectorant, 72 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. deobstruent, diuretic, diaphoretic, and emmenagogue ,* and is chiefly given 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 in- dolent tumours. Dose of Ammoniacum (gum-resin), 10 to 20 grains. Mistura Ammoniaci, ^ to 1 oz. Emfl. Ammoniaci c. Hydrargyro, for outward application. 450 5^ Mist, Ammoniaci, f^viij. Vini Antimon. f 5j. Fiat mistura : dosis, cochl. ij vel iij. Expectorant. — Dr. Pearson. 451 9 . Mist. Ammoniaci, f Oxymel. Scillse, f 5ss. Vini Antimon. n\xxvj. Aceti destil. f 5ij. M. Sumat cochleare amplum subiiide. In Sumoral Asthma, Chronic Cough, <^c. — Dr. Ainslie. 452 9 Pnlv. Ammoniac. 5j. Oxymel. Scillse, 5ij- Tere simul, et adde Ovi unius vitellum, Aquse Menth. Puleg. ^vj. Aquse Menth. pip.'§iv. M. To be taken during the day by a tablespoonful at a time. In Catarrh. — Trousseau and Reveil. 453 9 Mist. Ammoniaci, f 5ivss. Vini Antimon. f 5iv. Tiiict. Campliorse co. f 5ss. Syr. Tolutani, f ^j. Misce : capiat cochl. unumpro re nata. In Chronic Pituitous Asthma. — Dr. CorLAND. 454 9 Ammoniaci, 3iiss. Acidi Nitrici, f 5ij. Aquse destil. f 5viij. Acido adjice aquam et fiat emulsio cum gummi. A teaspoonful two or three times a day. In Chronic Catarrh of elderly persons. — Dr. Ellis (U.S.). 455 Misce ; centi. 9 Ammoniaci, 5j. Acidi Nitrici dil. f Aquse, f ^iij. Tere simul donee emulsio fiat, et adde Syrupi, f 5ij. suraatur cochleare unum mediocre ex liquore aliquovis demul- Expectorant and Tonic.— Dv. Paris. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 73 456 9> Mist. A.mmoniaci, Mist. Amygdalae, ana f 5iv. Aceti Scil’lae, f 3j. Tinct. Opii, nxiij. Fiat haustus tertia quaque hora sumendus. In Catarrhal Cough, — Dr. GREGORY. 457 Mist. Ammoniaci, f 3vj. Sodae Garb. 5ss. Tinct. Camphorae co. f ^ss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f3j. Vini Ipecacuanhae, f 3ij. Fiat mistura pectoralis cujus sumat cochleare amplum pro dosi. In Chronic Bronchitis , — Dr. Graves. 458 9> Mist. Ammoniaci, Aquae Cinnamomi, ana f Cetacei (vitel. ovi sol.) 5ij. Syr. Tolutani, f 5j. Misce : capiat cyathum vinarium mane et vesperi. As an JExpectorant, in Bhthisis, &^c , — Dr. E. G. Clare. 459 5“ Mist. Ammoniaci, Oxymel. Scillae, fsvj. Tinct. Camphorae co. 3iv. Fiat mistura : sumat cochl. duo 2nda vel 3tia quaque hora. In Chronic Bronchitis , — Sir H. Halford, Bart. 460 9 . Mist. Ammoniaci, Mist. Amygdalae, ana f 3vj. Tinct. Scillae, n\x. Misce pro haustu. Mr. Brande. 461 9 Mist. Ammoniaci, Aquae Cinnamomi, ana fjiss. Syr. Tolutani, f^ss. Tinct. Castorei, f 5ij. Tinct. Opii, Fiat mistura cujus sumatur cochleare unum amplum subinde. In Hooping -coughi Spc , — Dr. Paris. 462 9 Gummi Ammoniaci, f3j. Oxymel. Scillae, 3j- Vini Ipecacuanhae, f 5j. Aquae fl. Sambuci, f ^ivss. Syr. Papaveris, 3ij. Misce : capiat aeger qualibet hora cochleare unum. In Chronic Bectoral Complaints , — Dr. Copland, 74 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 463 Mist. Ammoniaci, f 3 viss. Tinct. Camphorae co. f 3 vj. Liq. Volat. Cornu Cervi, i 5 iij. Tinct. Scillse, 3 iij. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful now and then. In Chronic and Asthmatic Cough. — Dr. WaeeeN. 464 Ammoniaci, 5j. Scillae recentis, 3j. Pulv. Ipecac, comp. 5ss. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. vj. Misce ut fiat massa, in pilulas xxiv dividenda. Sumat pil. ij 4tis lioris.' In Chronic Cough. — Dr. Latham. 465 Ammoniaci, 3ss. Pil. Scillae co. 3ss. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xij. Ext. Papaveris, gr. xij. Fiant pil. xxiv. Sumat unam bis die. In Chronic Coughs, Sfc. — Dr. Boiseagon. 466 Ammoniaci, 3j. Saponis duri, 3iiss. Aloes ext. gr. xv. Assafoetidae, 5ss. Pulv. Eliei, 3j. Croci Pulv. 5ss. Syrupi, q. s. Kant pil. Ixxx. Capiat binas bis die. Deobstruent. — Recamiee. 467 Ammoniaci, 5j. Scillae pulv. 9j. Saponis Venet. 9ij. Syr. Tolutani, q. s. Fiant pil. xxiv, quarum sumat iij mane et nocte. In Perijgneumonia Notha» — Dr. E. G. Claek. 468 Empl. Picis, partes duas. Empl. Ammoniaci, Empl. Opii, ana partem unam. M. fiat emp. perlargum inter scapulas impositurum. In Cough. — Dr. Copland. amygdala:. Almonds, Sweet Almonds are the kernels of Amygdalus communis (dulcis). They are emollient and demulcent, and are given THE BOOK OE PBESCBIPTIONS. 75 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. In the form of cakes they are given as a substitute for starchy food — as bread — in cases of diabetes. Milk of almonds is less frequently used alone than as a vehicle for more active remedies. The expressed oil is emollient and slightly laxative. It may he formed into an emollient with mucilage or alkalies. Dose of Mistura Amygdalx, 1 to 2 ounces. Oleum , 2 to 4 drachms, 'Bulvis , (7o., 60 to 120 grains, 469 Mist, Aniygdalse, Oj. Syr, Papaveris, f 5x. Fiat mistura, pro portu ordinario. In Calculous Disorder, Strangury, <^c, — Br. E. G. Claek. 470 9 , Mist, Amygdalae, f5x. Vini Ipecac, n\vj, Syr. Papaveris, f5ss. Fiat liaustus ter die siimendus. In Catarrhal Cough,— Dv. G. Geegoey. 471 9 Mist. AmygdalEe, f 3v. Liq. Ammonia acet. Sp. iEtheris Nit. Tinct. Croci, ana f 5j. Fiat mistura : sumat cochl. amplum ter die. In Catarrh , — Dr. Clutteebdck. 472 9 Mist. Amygdalm, f 3vij. Mucil. Acaciee, f 3j. Pulv. Ipecac, co. 3j. Misce : sumat cochl. ij tertia quaque hora urgente tussi. In Catarrhal Cough , — Dr. Latham. 473 9 01. Amygdalae, f^iss. Vitellum Ovi iinius. Aquae fl. Aurantii, f 3V. Mucil. Acaciae, f^ss, Vini Ipccacuanhae, f3iss. Syr. Althoeae {lid sinipi.) f 3ss. Fiat mistura. A tahlespoonful frequently. In Catarrhs , — Dr. Copland. 76 474 THE BOO^ OE PRESCRIPTIONS. 475 476 477 478 9> Acacise pulv. 5 ss. Aquse destiJ. f ^ss. Misce, et adde gradatim, Olei Amygdalse, f 3 iij. Tere simul, et adde Aquse destil. f Aquse Rosse, f ^iss. Syrupi, f 5 iij. M. sumat coclil. j vel ij subinde. In CatarrJiy Urinary Irritation, Sfc. — Mr. Brande. 9> 01. Amygdalse, f Syr. Papaveris, Syr. Tolutani, ana f 5j. Pulv. Sacchari, f 3 ij. Fiat linctus de quo ssepius seger lambat urgent e tussi. In the Cough of Measles, Sfc, — Dr. E. G. CLARK. 9> 01. Amygdalse, Syr. Violse, ana 5j- Misce : capiat coclil. duo tertia quaque bora. Dr. Harding. Mellis despumati, 01. Amygdalse, ana Syr. Rhoeados, ^ss. Aceti Scillse, 3 ij. Syr. Tolutani, Mucil. Acacise, ana 3ss. Misce. In Coughs, <^c. — Dr. JoT. 9 , 01. Amygdalse, Pulv. Acacise, Syr. Althsese, ana 3 ij. Aquse Cinnamomi, 5 SS. Aquse Foeniculi, 3 j. Misce. One or two teaspoonfuls to be given every hour. In Infantile Diarrhoea. — Richter. 479 9 . 01. Amygdalae, f 5j. Acacise pulv. 5ij. Aquse destil. f 3 vj. Syr. Papaveris, 3ss. Tere oleum diligenter cum gummi, dein adde gradatim aquam et syrupum. Sumat coclil. j amplum frequenter in dies. In Catarrh. — Dr. G. Gregory. 480 9 Amygdalse, Mellis, ana Jj. Succi Limonis, 3SS. Syr. Tolutani, Syr. Scillse, ana 5ij. Misce : fiat linctus. Sumat coclil. magnum subinde. In Catarrh, — Dr. JoY. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 77 481 01. Amygdalae, f 5 S3. Aquae Rosae, f3ij. Liq. Potassae, f 5 ij. Misceantur agitatione, et adde Syrupi, f 3 ss. Aquae destil. f 3 V. Fiat mistura de qua sumautur unciae duae pro dosi. In Catarrhi and in Benal and Urinary Irritation, Mr, Beande. 483 9> 01. Amygdalae, Aquae destil. ana 3 S 3 . Liq. Ammoniae, rqxx. Fiat haustus omni mane jejuno ventriculo sumendus. In Worms, — Dr. Clark. The Bitter Almond^ Amygdala amara, is the product of a variety of the Amygdalus communis, hut contains, in addi- tion to the constituents of the sweet almond, a peculiar prin- ciple, Amygdaline^ which gives rise, when triturated with water, to hydrocyanic acid and volatile oil of hitter almonds. By distillation with water, *Aqua Amygdalce amarce and * Oleum essentiale Amygdalce amarce are obtained. These are sometimes used in the same cases as prussic acid. A few hitter almonds are sometimes added to the sweet in making emulsions, on account of their sedative properties, as well as for the flavour. Aqu(Z A'mygdal(B amar Inf. Anthemidis, ^xij. 01. Lini {vel Olivee), |ij. Fiat enema. Inf. Anthemidis, f Oss. Sodse Sulphatis, 3J- I'iat enema. *ANTHRACOKALI. A. SULPHURETUM. Anthracokali consists of carbonate of potash, slaked lime, and coal-dust, mixed with boiling water and afterwards evaporated. Sulphuretted Anthracokali contains 16 grammes of sulphur. These compounds are used as alteratives, in herpetic erup- tions, and in scrofulous and rheumatic affections. Dose, 1| to 2 grains, three times a day. 513 Anthracokali, Sulphur, gr. ij. Sulph. Sublim. gr. iv. Magnes. Garb. gr. iij. Fiat pulv. 8 va quaque hora sumendus. In Psoriasis, ^c . — PoYLA* 513 Antluacokali simpl. gr. ij. Hydr. Subchlor. gr. |. P. Glycyrrhizse, gr. iij. Pentur tales doses tres, in lioras 2 l( sumendee. In Syphilitic JEruptions . — PoYLA. 514 Anthracokali, 3ij. Ext. Glycyrrhiz 00 , Pulv. ejusdem, ana q. s. Mant pil. xl. Sumat ij ad vj ter die. In Lupus, Chronic 'Eczema, Impetigo, Psoriasis, and Lepra, BLASiUali 84 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. ANTIMONIUM. The preparations of Antimony are alterative, diaphoretic, and emetic ; in some cases they prove purgative. They are also employed as contra- stimulants to subdue inflammation, especially the tartrate, which is also used as a counter- irritant. Antimonium Metallicum, Regulus or metallic antimony was formerly cast into little halls, as 'per^getual jpills, which served for a purgative. Antimonii Oxidum is not so active as the tartrate. Dose, 1 to 4 grains. Fulvis Antimonialis (also Pulv, Ardim, comp.). Dose, 3 to 10 grains ; as an alterative, 1 to 3 grains ; as a diaphoretic, 3 to 8 grains ; in large doses, emetic and purgative. James’s Powder is nearly the same preparation as this, but with some unascertained difference in composition. Antimonium Nigrum is officinally used to evolve sulphu- retted hydrogen and to make Ant. Chloridi Liquor and Ant, Sulphuratum. Finely levigated, it is alterative and diapho- retic. *Dose, 5 to 30 grains. Antimonium Sulphuratum. Dose, 1 to 5 grains ; as an emetic, 5 to 15 grains. It is dependent on the acidity of the stomach for its solubility ; action uncertain. Antimonium Tartaratum. {Antim. Potassiodartras.) Tartar Emetic. This is the most certain and generally used preparation of antimony. It is diaphoretic, expectorant, a vascular depressant and a febrifuge, and is useful in obstetrics in cases of rigid os, and when the passages are dry and hot. Dose, as an emetic, 1 to 2 grains ; as a diaphoretic, one sixteenth to one sixth of a grain ; as a depressant, one sixth to one grain. Antidotes for Tartar Pmetic. — Tannic acid, catechu, vege- table astringents. Vinum Antimoniale. {Vinum Antimonii Potassio-tar- tratis.) Antimonial wine. Dose, as a diaphoretic, 5 to 30 minims ; as an emetic, 4 to 8 drachms. The ointment of Tartarized Antimony is used externally as a counter-irritant and vesicant. THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 85 Antimonii Chloridi Liquor (Butter of Antimony) is used only externally as a caustic. ^Kermes Minerale is very similar to Ant. SulpTiuratunii and is used in the same manner. ^Antimonium Calcinatum. Calx Antimonii lota. Uncer- tain; but less active than Ant. Oxidum. It was formerly prescribed in doses of 5 to 10 grains or more. It is an antimoniate of potash. 515 A.ntim. Oxidi, ^iss. Morpliise Hydrochlor. gr. iss. Conf. Kosse, q. s. Plant pil. xxiv, e quibus sumantur duae tertiis lioris. In Chronic 'Rheumatism, and Cutaneous Diseases. Dr. NELiaAN. 516 Loliocli albi {vel Mist. Amygdalae), ' Antim. Oxidi albi, 333 . Misce. The whole to be taken, in divided doses, during 24 hours. In Febrile Fulmonary Catarrh . — M. Teousseau, 517 Pulv. Antim. gr. xij. Pulv. Tragac. co. 3ij. Misce optime, et div. in pulv. iv. Sumat ununi quarta quaque hora. As a Diajyhoretic . — Df. JoY. 518 9> 1*^1'^- Antim. gr. iij. Hydr. Subchlor. gr. ss. Ext. Hyoseyami, gr. iss. Fiat pilula, quaque tertia hora sumenda. In Acute Rheumatism, and mild Febrile Affections, with a harsh dry shin. Dr. Neligan. 519 ^ Pulv. Antim. gr. ij — v. Camphorae, gr. ij — iv. Ext. Hyoseyami, gr. iv — vij. Syr. Papaveris, q. s. Plant pil. iij, hora somni sumendae. At the commencement of Brain Fever . — Dr. Copland, 520 R Pulv. Jacobi, gr. vj. Ilydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iij. Ext. Hyoseyami, gr. iv. Misce : fiant pil. duae hora somni sumendae. [To be followed by an aperient draught in the morning.] In recent Catarrhs,-^DY. G. Geegoey. 86 THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. 521 Pulv. Jacobi, Pil. Aloes et Myrrlise, G. Guaiaci, sing. ^iiss. Tinct. Castorei, q. s. Piant pil. 90. Capiat iij vel iv sing, noctibus ; et capiat oochl. min. Aceti Scillee omni matutin tempore in coclil. imo majore Aqnse Cinnamomi. Jn Drojpsy^ S^c, — Dr. James. 522 Pulv. Jacobi, gr. v. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. j . Pulv. Ipecac, gr. ij. Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut fiant pil. ij b. s. s. J)ia^JiOTeUc. — Dr. Hoopee. 523 R, Pulv. Jacobi, gr. viij. Hydr. Subclilor. gr. iv. Opii pulv. gr. j. Conf. Rosse, q. s. Misce, et div. in pil. iv quarum sumatur una 6tis horiscum haustu salino. In Inflammation of the Lungs. — Dr. G. Gregory. 524 Pib Plummeri, gr. xviij. Pulv. Jacobi, gr. xij. Sapon. Castil. gr. xxiv. Misce : div. in pil. xij. (Two every night.) In Bilious Lysjpepsia. — Dr. Doss. 525 Antim. Nigri leevig. ^ss. Magnes. Carb. gr. v. Cinnamomi pulv. gr. iv. Saccliari albi, 5ss. Fiat pul vis. Siimat dimidium mane et vespere. In Scrofula^ Cutaneous Liseases, Sfc . — Radius. 526 5“ Antim. Sulpliurati, Pulv. Ipecacuanliae co. ana 5j. Guaiaci Resinae, 5ij. Theriacae, q. s. ut fiant pilulae sexaginta. One every six hours. In Shin Diseases. — Dr. Cheyne. 527 9> Antim. Sulphui*ati, 9ss. Sulph. Sublira. 5iss. Guaiaci res. 5j. Ext. Conii, 5j. Saccliari faecis, q. s. Div. in pilulas lx. In Chronic Catarrhal Affections, — Dr. JoY. THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS, 87 538 9 . Antim, Siilpliurati, Hydrargyri Subchlor. ana 5ss, Ammoniaci, 5j. Bals. Peruviani, q. s. riant pil. xxx. Sumat j ad ij sing, noctibus. In Scrofula.^T>i\ DUKCAK. 539 9 Antim. Tart. gr. j. Jpecacuaplise pulv, 9j. Fiat pulvis emeticus. Dr. Hoopee. 630 9 Antim. Tart. gr. iij. Aquse ferventis, Solve. Sumat omni quadrants borsB donee vomitus supervenerit. Dr. Peakson. 531 9 Antim. Tart. gr. f. Tinct. Opii, ^ y \_ xxx . Aqum, 3 J. M. f. liaustus, secundis horis. For Delirium Tremens . — Dr. Moeehead. 533 9 Antim. Tart. gr.j. Decocti Hordei, Oij. Misce. The whole to be taken in twenty-four hours. To be followed, as soon as it has sufiiciently acted, by tonics.* No local applications. In Frysifelas. — Dr, WAlshe. 633 9 Antim. Tart. gr. |. Decoct. Hordei, Oij. Solve, et adde Syrupi, 5 iij. To be taken by glassfuls in the course of the day. A nauseating drinJc in Inflammation of the Fyes and Fars. Teousseatj and Eeveil. 534 9 Antim. Tart. gr. j. Potass. Nitrat. 5 ij. Mist. Amygdalm, f 3 xij. Tinct. Caraphorm co. f^ss. Fiat mist, pectoralis, cujus sumat cochl. unum amplum omnihoiA. In Bronchitis, Sfc . — Dr. Geaves. 585 9 Antim. Tart. gr.j. Tinct. Opii, wtxx. Aquae destil. f 5j- Misce. A teaspoonful every, or every alternate, night. Dooming -cough . — Sir W. WATPSQN, 88 THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 536 Antim. Tart. gr. ij. Magnes. Sulpli. 3SS. Aquae, f^x. Misce. The close for an adult is a tablespoonful ; for a child of two years a tea- spoonful; repeated every half hour. In Cholera. — Dr. Billing. 537 Antim. Tart. gr. ij. Aquae destil. f ^vij. Aquae Lauro-cerasi, f 5ij. Syr. simplicis, f 3vj. Fiat mistura de qua sumatur cochleare amplum hihorio. [With anti- phlogistic treatment.] In Acute Catarrh and Bronchitis. — Dr. Neliqan. . 538 Antim. Tart. gr. iv. Tinct. Opii, f5j. Aquae Camphorae, f^viij. Fiat mistura ; sumat cochl. amplum secunda quaque bora. In Delirium Tremens ^ and in the advanced stage of continued Fevers, with sleeplessness and extreme nervous excitement. Dr. Geaves. 539 Antim. Tartarati, gr Jjj. Magnes. Sulph. 5j. Potass. Nitrat. gr. v Aquae, 3]. Fiat haustus. To he repeated every fourth or sixth hour. In Gonorrhoea, acute stage. — Mr. Eeichsen. 540 5^ Antim. Tartarati, gr. iij. Magnes. Sulph. 5.]. Syr. Zingiberis, 5ss. Infus. Sennae, ^vij ss. M. capiat coch. ij, omni semihora, vel omni bora. In rigidity of Os Uteri. — Dr. Hall (Montreal). 541 Antim. Tart. gr. ij. Moschi, gr. xxx. Mucil. Acaciae, Syr. simplicis, ana f^j. Aquae, f 3X. Misce : sumat 3SSomni hoiA. In the same cases as No. 538 lohere Opium is inadmissible. Dr. Geayes. 543 Antim. Tart. gr. iij. Tinct. Opii, f 5ss. Aquae, f 3vj. Misce ; dosis, cochl. unum amplum omni semihora, vel major! intervallo, donee delirium cessaverit. In Delirium Tremens, and other cases of nervous excitement •where depletion is inadmissible, — Dr. Deuitt, THE BOOK OP PBESCBIPTIONS. 89 643 5, Antim. Tart. gr. vj. Aquae Cinnamomi, Aquae destil. aua f Syr. Althaeae, f SU- riat raistura, cujus sumat sextam partem secunda quaque lior^. In Pneumonia, Acute Rheumatism, Sfc , — Dr. Joy, 544 Antim. Tart. gr. j. Aquae destil. f 5iss. Syr. simplicis, f ^ss. Misce. 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 Matjksell. 545 9> Antim. Tart. gr. j. Aquae destil. S^iij- Misce : sumat omni hora, [The same mixture to be repeated at inter- vals of four and afterwards of six hours.] In Chorea, from fright, ^c . — Dr. Seth Thompson. 546 Antim. Tart. gr. ij. Aquae, f ^yj. Tinct. Opii, f rqxx. Fiat mistura, cujus sumatur cochl. j omni hora donee nausea vel vomitus Bupervenerit. In rigidity of Os Uteri, in Lahour . — Dr. Hardy. 547 9> Antim. Tart. gr. j. Mist. Amygdalae, f 3.xij. Potass. Nitrat. 5ij, Tinct. Hyoscyarni, f 5iss. Tinct. Digitalis, f 3S8. Misce. One tablespoonful every hour. In Bronchitis, loith Eropsy of the Chest. — Dr. Graves. 548 Antim. Tart. gr. j. Mist. Amygdalae, f 3xij. Potass. Nitrat. f 5ij. Tinct. Campliorae co. f^ss. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. unum amplum omni hora. In Bronchitis. — Dr. Graves. 549 9, Antim. Tart. gr. j. Cretae praep. 3ss. Fiat pulvis, e cochl. ij cujusvis vehiculi idonei sumendus. In Fevers , — Dr, F. G, Clark, 90 THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS, 550 B Antim. Tart, gr, j. Cretse prsep. Sacchari albi, aa 5ss. Accuratissime misce, et divide in partes decern sequales, quarum sumat unam secund^ vel tertia qnaque liora. Diaphoretic . — Mr. Brande. 651 9 . Antim. Tart. gr. j. Pulv. IpecacuanhcBj gr. x, Pulv. Opii, gr. ij. Pulv. Glycyrrliizm, 5j. Misce bene et div. in pulv. x. ’Expectorant . — Dr. Hooper, 562 9 . Antim. Tart. gr. j. Hydrarg. cum Cretfi, gr. xij. Sacchari albi, 5j. Misce, et fiant pulv. viij. One powder two, three, or four times a day. In Bronchitis of Childjren^ and SJcin Affections. Dr. Hooper. 553 9 Villi Antim. ivxxxx. Vini Ipecacuanha, ntx. Tinct. Camphora co. t»xxx. Mucil. Acacia, f 5vij. Misce. Give two teaspoonfuls every four hours, for a child of four years. In Mooping -cough . — Dr. West. 554 9 Vini Antim. f ^j. Syr. Papaveris, f^j. Aqua, f 5 vj. Misce : sumat cochl. ij vel iij pro dosi. Dr. Hooper. 555 9 Vini Antim. f^ij. Liq. Ammonia Acet. f 3 ]. Sjw. Tolutani, f 5vj. Aqua, f^iv. Misce : sumat partem sextam quarta quaque hoiA. In recent Catarrh . — Dr. G. Gregory. 556 9 Aqua, f ^vss. Sacchari puri, ^iss. Vini Antim. f5ij. Tinct. Opii, tv^xx. M. Sumat f 5j ter die. Diaphoretic . — Dr. James Hamilton. 557 9 Kermetis Mineralis, Oj. Ext. Dulcamara, q. s. Fiant pil. xl. Sumat unam omni hora. In Chronic Catarrh . — Sobernheim» THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 91 558 9- Kermetis Mineralis, gr. iss. Ipecacuarilise pulv. gr. v. Misce bene, et div. iu chart, vj. Sumat j 4tis horis. In Hooping-cough , — Montpellier Host. 559 Kermetis Mineralis, gr. j. Camphoree, gr. ij. Pulv. Ammoniaci, 3j. Misce ; fiat pulvis, secunda quaque hora sumendus. In Typhoid Pneumonia , — Phcebus. 560 Autim. Potas. Garb, ana 9ss. Pulv. Antliemidis, 3j, Fiat pulv. sexta quaque hora per biduum vel triduum sumendus. In Intermittents, — Dr. Morton, 561 Antim. Tart. 9ij. Tinct. Cantharidis, f Aquae Rosae, f 3ij. Solve : fiat embrocatio. As a Counter-irritant lohen the ointment fails, — Dr. Joy. 563 5° Antim. Tart. 9j. Aquae destil. f 3j. Fiat embrocatio. Sir W. Bli^arb. 863 Autim. Tart. ^ss. Ung. Hydrarg. 5j. Axungiae, 5vij. M. The size of a nut to be rubbed in night and morning over the epigastric region. For Chronic Inflammatory Dyspepsia, — Dr. RoSS. 564 Pulv. Aloes, gr. iij. P. Antim, gr. |. Butyri Cacao, 5ij. Fiat suppositorium. One to be introduced every day until a severe pain is felt round the margin of the anus. To recall a suppressed hcemorrhoidal discharge. Trousseau and Reyeil. Angustura. See Cusparia. Aparine. See Galium Aparine. Arctostaphylos. See Uya Ursi, 92 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. ^APOCYNUM CANNABINUM. Apocynum Cannabinum (Nat. Ord. A'pocynacecB) 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, 15 to 20 grains. Deeoctum rad, Cannabini, 1 to 2 ounces three times a day in Dropsies. 'Extractum^ 3 or 4 grains three times a day. 565 5“ Decocti Apocyni, f 5xv. Syr. Aurantii, M. Sumat cyatlmm vjnosum bis terve die. In Ero'psy, *APIOL. Common JParsley. Apiol, a yellow oily fluid, is the active principle of the common parsley (Petroselinum sativum, NaL Ord. TJmbelli- fercB). It is tonic, antispasmodic, a galactagogue and emmenagogue. Dose, 5 to 15 minims, in syrup or capsule. ARECA. Betelnut Tree, Areca nut is the seed of Areca Catechu (Nat. Ord. JPalmacecB), It is gently astringent, tonic, and given in tape-worm. It is principally employed in dentifrice. Dose, i to I oz. =»^ARGEMONE MEXICANA. The yellow Mexican Thistle, or Prickly Poppy (Argemone Mexicana, Nat. Ord. Pajpaveracece)^ contains a milky juice which is applied to cancers, spots on the cornea, and erup- tions on the skin ; and to repress proud flesh. The seeds are narcotic and emetico-cathartic. In the West Indies the seeds are a substitute for Ipecacuanha. The oil expressed from the seeds, in the dose of 30 drops, produces profound sleep, and afterwards relieves the bowels. It has been proposed as a remedy for cholera. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 93 566 9 . Seni. Argemonis Mexicanse, 5ij. Sacchari albi, 3 ij. Aquae, f S' iij* Piat emulsio, cujus capiat cochl. amplum quaque liora dimidia. In dry Belly-ache , — Dr. Apfleck. ARGENTUM. Brejyarabions of Silver. Argentum Purificatum. Pure silver is only officially em« ployed to prepare Nitrate of Silver. Silver in fine powder, however, has been used, in frictions on the tongue, as an antisyphilitic remedy ; the chloride is said to be more active. Argenti Ultras. Nitrate of Silver is astringent, alterative, tonic, and antispasmodic. It is used in chorea, cholera, angina pectoris, passive htemorrhages, gastrodynia, typhoid fever with ulceration of the bowel, and in chronic gastric affections with pain and vomiting. It is a valuable remedy in epilepsy. Externally, it is stimulant, vesicant, and escharotic, and is much used in various surgical diseases. It is applied in the form of points to ulcers, poisoned wounds, inflammations of the skin, morbid growths, &c. ; as an in- jection or lotion in relaxed throat, diphtheria, folliculal' or croupous afiections of the mouth ; and as a collyrium. It is said to arrest the progress of erysipelas. If administered, internally, for a length of time, continuously, it produces a blue or leaden-hue discoloration of the skin, first indicated by a dark line on the edges of the gums. Dose, to i grain. Strength of lotions, &c., I to 20 grains to the ounce of water, according to the object desired. Antidote . — A solution of Common Salt in some demulcent drink. Argenti Oxiduniy Oxide of Silver, differs from the nitrate in being less escharotic, and in not staining the skin. It is much recommended as a sedative and tonic ; as a remedy for dyspepsia and painful affections of the stomach, as gastro- dynia, pyrosis, &c., when the tongue is not red ; also in uterine haemorrhage, ha)moptysis, &c. In chronic diarrhoea, especially of children, it has also been found useful. Dose, i to 2 grains. The dose in stomach affections is from a quarter of a grain twice or three times a day, increased to 94 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. one third or half a grain, and, if necessary, to a grain. Irl obstinate relaxation of the bowels the addition of a small portion of opium has been recommended. In haemorrhage 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. * Chloride of Silver is less active. Dose, half a grain to 5 grains. In epilepsy, 3 grains three or four times a day. 567 Argenti Oxidi, gr. Pulv. Tragac. co. gr. v. Misce : fiat pulvis ter die sumendiis. In passive Haemorrhages^ ^painful Dysjyejgsiai Chorea, ^c. Sir James Eyre. 568 9> Argenti Oxidi, gr. iij. Micse panis, 5j. riant pilulse, xij. Sumat j vel ij ter die. In the same cases * — Sir James Eyre. 669 Argenti Oxidi, gr. ij ad gr. vj. Mucil. Acacise, f y. Aquee destil. f 3iij- Fiat mistura. Capiat 5ss ter die, agitata phiala. In the same cases* 570 9> Oxidi Argenti, gr. ix. Opii pulv. gr. ij. Ext. Anthemidis, q. s. Misce et div. in pilulas xij. Sumat unam ter die. In Menorrhagia * — Dr. Thweatt. 671 ^ Oxidi Ai’genti, gr. vj. Ext. Absinthii, 5j. Misce, et div. in pilulas xij e quibus sumatur una ter die. In Hpilepsy, Angina, Chorea^ S^c* — Dr. Neligan. 573 5^ Oxidi Argenti, gr. vj. Pulv. Rliei, gr. xviij. Ext. Conii, Oij. Eiant pilulte xviij. Sumat ununi ter die. In severe Gastrodynia, (^c * — Mr. Stowe. 673 9> Oxidi Argenti, gr. iv. Ext. Lupuli gr. xxiv. Misce: fiant pil. xij. Sumat unam ter die, superbibendo cyatli. vinarum infusi chiratse. In obstinate Chronic Diarrhoea,. — Dr. Tunstall. ^ttE BOOK OF PRESCRlPTIOMS. 95 674 Argenti Cyanidi, gr. j. Pulv. Iridis, gr. ij. Trit. in mort. vitreo et div. in p. seq. x. One to be rubbed on the tongue. In Syphilis, — Dr. SeeeeS. 575 Argenti lodidi, Potass. Nitrat. ana 9ss. Tere simul; ut fiat pulv. subtilissiraus, dein adde Pulv. Glycyrrliizse, 5ss. Saccliari albi, 3j. Mucilag, q. s. Piant pil. xl, quaruni seger sumat unum ter die. In Oastralgiaj Pyrosis^ Chorea, S^c, — Dr, PattebSOK. 676 9> Argenti Chloridi, gr. j. Pulv. Iridis, gr. ij. Tere simul et div. in pulv. viij vel x. One to be rubbed on the tongue. In Syjphilis,^'^. SebeeS. 677 Argenti Chlor. gr. xv. Sodii Chlor. 5j. Amyli, gr. xv. Pulv. Acacise, gr xv. Aquae, q. s. Plant pil. 100. 578 B* Argenti Chlor. gr. xxxvj. Pulv. Acacise, Conf. Rosae, ana q. s. ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat unam ter die. [The quantity of chloride to be increased to 1 drachm (in 13 pills) ill Epilepsy.] In Chronic Dysentery, and Ej^ilepsy, — Dr. Pebey. 679 B Argenti Chlor. gr. xxxvj. Quiniae Sulph., gr. xviij. Mannae, gr. viij. Misce, fiat massula ope mucilaginis et divide in pilulas duodecim, quaruni capiat unam sextis horis. In the early stage of Phthisis, and in Dyspej^sia in dehilitated hahits. Dr. Neligak. 680 B Argenti Nitratis, gr. \ to Aquae destil. ^ij. Pulv. Acaciae, 3ij. SaCchari albi, 5ij. Misce. A teaspoonful or two every two hours. In obstinate Diarrhoea, — Dr. Canstatt. 96 THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. 581 9 , Argenti Nitr. gr. ^ Aquae destil. 5j. Syr. simpl. 5v. Fiat mistura. To be taken by spoonfuls in the course of the day. In Chronic Diarrhoea {of Children ). — M. Teousseau. 583 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. iij. Opii pulv. gr. iij. Pulv. Rhei, Ext. Lupuli, ana gr. xij. Misce : fiant pil. xij. Suniatur una ter die. In pain and tenderness of the Stomachy and other affections of mucous membranes. Dr. A. Hudson. 683 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij,. Ext. Lupuli, Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xij. Tere optime simul et div. in pil. xiij. Sumat unam ter die. In PyrosiSy Dyspeptic Palpitationy Sfc. — Dr, JoY. 684! 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. j. Camphorse, gr. xxiv. Ext. Opii, gr. iij. Sp. rectif. irj^iij. Fiant pil. vj. Sumat j ter quotidie. In Spasmodic Diseases. — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 685 586 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. ix. Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, 9ij. Fiant pilulse xij. Capiat unam bis die. In Chorea, — Dr. Copland. 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij. Fel. Bovini inspis. Ext. Anthemidis, ana 5ss. Misce, et div. in pil. xij, quarum sumatur una mane meridieque. In painful affections of the Stomach, without organic disease. Dr. Neligan. 587 9 Argenti Nitratis, Ext. Gentian», Pulv. Calumbm, ana gr. xij. Misce bene, et div. in pil. xij. Sumat unam bis die vel sjepius. In Epilepsy, Chorea, ^c. [These contain 1 gr. N.S. in each.] 588 9 Argenti Nitratis, 3ss. Opii puri, gr. vj. Ext. Conii, 5ij. Ext. Glycyrrhizae, 5j- Misce ; fiant pil. granorum ij sing. Sumat ij ad v quotidie. In the same case . — Heim. 97 THE BOOK OE PRESCRIpIiONS. 589 5* Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij. Ext. Lupuli, 3j. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xij. Fiat massa, in pil. viij dividenda. Sumat nnam ter die. Dr. Hooper, 690 9 . Argent. Nit. gr. iij. Pulv. Opii, gr. iij, Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij. Ext. Lupuli, gr. xij. M. div. in pil. xij. Sumat j ter die. In Falpitations of the Seart dejpending on Dyspepsia. Dr. Ross, 691 9 Argent. Nit. gr. x. Ext. Hyoscyami, 5j. Bismutlii Subnit. 3iss. M. Fiant pil. xl. Sumat j nocte maneque. In Chronic Qastritis. — Dr, H, Green. B92 9 Argent. Nit. gr. x. Ext. Conii vel Ext. Lupuli, 3j. Pulv. Capsici, Quinae Sulph. aa 3ij. M. div. in pil. xl. Sum. j bis vel ter die. In obstinate forms of Dyspepsia. — Dr, H. Green. 693 9 Argent. Nit. gr. x. Ext. Lupuli, 3j. Bisrautbi Subiiit. 3iss. Quin. Sulph. 3ij. M. fiant pil. xl. Sumat unani bis vel ter die. In Gastralgia with Pyrosis. — Dr. H. Green, 69i 9 Argenti Nilratis, gr. xij. Tinct. Gentianae co. f ^iij. Sumat coclil. parvum ter die. In Leucorrhoeay Sfc . — Dr. A, Hudson. 695 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. vj. Opii pulv. gr. iss. Fiant pil. vj. Sumat j post. sing, alvi deject, liquidas, vel omni bora. In the rice-water purging of Cholera . — Mr. G. Ross. 696 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. vj [gr. iv ad xv]. , Aquae destil. f 5 xij. Fiat enema. In Acute Dysentery. — M. TROUSSEAU. 7 98 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. o97 Argenti Nitratis, 5j. Aquse destil. f Fiat solutio. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil. In JExcoriations of the Bach, in tedious illnesses. Dr. A. T. Thomson, [The same solution is applied to the sore edges of ScorhUic Gums (Fox) ; to Erysipelas ; Lupus; Torrigo,.^c. (Dr. A. T. Thomson). A weaker solu- tion, 10 grains to an ounce of water, is used to prevent bed-sores.] 598 9, Argenti Nitratis, 5j. Aquse destil. 5ix. Solve. Caustic apjplication in Herpes Tonsurans, — Deveeoie. 599 51 Argenti Nitratis, 3iv. Aquae destil. f 3iv. Acidi Nitrici, rt\vj. Fiat solutio. To be applied two or three times a day over the inflamed surface, and for two or three inches beyond it, to prevent the spreading of Bhlegmonous and Traumatic JErgsipelas. Mr. H IGiaiNBOTTOM. coo Argenti Nitratis, Dj ad 3iv. Aquae destil. f 5j. Solve. 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 ; p art it ularly follicular disease of the Larynx. — Dr. Horace Green. [When ulceration exists, Dr. G. states that the solution should not contain less than 9ij of the nitrate. A similar solution, containing from 8 to 40 grains of nitrate to an ounce of water, is used by M. Latour and others in Hooping Cough, Hoarseness, Diphtheria, Croup, &c.] 601 Argenti Nitratis, gr. j. Aqum destil. f 3j. Fiat gargarisma. In Aphthae.— J)v, A. T. Thomson. G03 Argenti Nitratis, gr. viij. Aquae destil. ‘^iv. Fiat gargarisma. In Hospital Sore Throat. 603 Argenti Nitratis, gr. iiiss. Aquae destil. f Sviij. Fiat lotio. For old Sores . — Hahnemann. 604 ]pt Argenti Nitratis, gr. j. Sp. Etlieris Nit. 3j. Fiat lotio. In Fczema, with Neuralgia of the Shin , — Mn E. Wilson. o:he book oe prescriptions. 99 605 9- Argenti Nitratis, 5j. Sp. Etheris Nit. 5j. Eiat lotio. To he applied to affected parts. In Ulceration of Cervix Uteri. — Dr. R. Greenhalch. 606 Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv. AquEe destil. 3j Eiat collyrium. One drop to be applied to the eye by a camel-liair pencil, and repeated in 6 or 6 lionrs when the symptoms return. In Catarrhal Ophthalmia. — Dr. Mackenzie, 607 Argenti Nitratis, 3ss. Aquse destil. f 5j. Eiat collyrium. One or two drops to be introduced into the eye every second day. In Egyptian Ophthalmia. — Dr. Ridgeway. 608 9> Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv. AquEE destil. f 5j. Eiat collyrium. In Superficial Ulcers of the Cornea. — Mr. Mackenzie. 6C9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. x. AquEE 5j- Eiat collyrium. In Chronic Conjunctivitis ^ — Mr. R. Liebreich. 610 9 . Argenti Nitratis, 5iv. Potassii Nitratis, 5j. Eunde. For cauterization. In Infantile Purulent Ophthalmia . — Mr. R. Liebreich. 611 9 Argenti Nitr. gr. iij ad x. Liq. Plunibi Subacet. ty(^x — xx. Cerati Cetacei, 5j. Misce. The size of a pin’s head to be put within the eyelids, and repeated accord- ing to the degree of inflammation produced. In Opacity of the Cornea. — Mr. Guthrie. 612 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. ij. Aquae destil. f 3viij. Eiat injectio. Mr. Druitt. 613 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. i to gr. j. AquEE destil. 3j- Fiat injectio. In Gonorrhoea. — Mr. Carmichael. 614 9 Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv ad xvj. AquEE destil. f 3iv. Eiat injectio. To be thrown into the bladder daily. In Chronic Inflammation of the Bladder. Dr. R. L. M‘Donnel, ttSfi BOOK OK PEESCEIPTIONS, 100 615 5^ Argent! Nitr. p.j. Saccliari purif. p. v. Tere simul. To be inhaled from a proper apparatus. In Affections of the Air -passages, — Dr. WAGtSTAFP. 616 Argent. Nit. gr. ir. Aquse distil, ^iv. Aquae Bullientis, 5j- Fiat enema. In Diarrhoea of Acute Nephritis. — Dr. Geainger Stewaet. 617 V° Argenti Nitratis, gr. iv. Adipis prsep. 5ss. Fiat unguentum. Dr. Deuitt. [One scruple of oxide, or half a scruple of cyanide of silver, to one ounce of lard, has been used for syphilitic ulcers.] akmodacia. The fresh root of Horse-radish, Cochlearia Armoracia (Nat. Ord. Cruciferce), is used as a condiment on account of its pungency; as a medicine it is stimulant, diaphoretic, and increases the secretions, especially the urine. Dxter7ially, it is irritant, rubefacient, and vesicant. It yields, on distil- lation 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. The root resembles that of Acoiiitum Napellus, or Monkshood, and the substitution of the latter for it has caused some fatal cases of poisoning. Dose of Radix Armoraciee, 30 to 60 grains. Spiritus Armoracia comp., 1 to 3 drachms. *Infnsum , 1 to 3 ounces (contains mustard). 618 9» flad. Arnioraeim, 3ij. Sem. Sinapis, 5ij. Rad. Valerian®, 5ij. Rad. Rhei, 3ss. Vini rubri, Oiss. Digere et cola. A wineglassful occasionally. Stimulant and Aperient. — Dr. HoOPEE. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS, 101 619 Arraoracise co. f 5 ix. Tinct. Animoniee co. lU'iij* Syr. Zingiberis, f 3 j. Fiat liaustiis. Stimulant . — Dr, PARIS. 620 9> Armoraoise, 3 V. Sp. Arnioracise co. 3 iv. Tinct. Capsici, 3 ij. Fiat gargarlsma. In Catarrhal Deafness^ itjith enlarged Tonsils. Dr. Fosbroke, ARNICA. Leogard*s Bane. The root, leaves, and flowers of Arnica Montana (Nat. Ord. CompositcB) are used ; the root only is employed in the B.P., hut the dried flowers are 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 howels, and is supposed to be diuretic, diaphoretic, and emmenagogue. It is much employed, especially in Germany, in amaurosis, paralysis, and other nervous affections ; in the latter stage of hydrocephalus and typhus fever. Locally, it is applied in lotions for contusions, sprains, &c. Dose of Flor. Arnica, 5 to 15 grains. Rad. , 5 to 10 grains. Thictura Arnica, 1 to 2 drachms. *Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. (Root, \ ounce; water, a pint.) Antidotes. — Opium, morphia. 621 9- li^t. Arnicse (ex 3 j flor.) f^iv. Syr. Croci, f 3 vj. Altlieris, Tixx. Misce. A tablespoonful e^ ery hour, to a child above two years old. In Hydrocephalus. — Dr. Uee. 622 IjL Flor. Arnicm, 5 ss. Ammon. Chloridi, 3 ij. •Camphorm, {rr. vj, Sacchari albi, 3 vj. Misce : fiat puTvis. A teaspoonful three times a day. Hxj^ectorant and Lmmenagogue, — M. Berenps, 102 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 633 Arnicae, Jss. Aquae ferv. q. s. ad. col. Colaturae, Syr. Aurantii, 5 ss. Sp. iEtlieris Kit. u\vj. Misce : capiat cochleare unum amplum secunda quaque lioiA. In the latter stage of Hydrocephalus. — GoeliS. 634 Tinct. Amicae, f^ss. Inf. Acori Calami, f ^viiss. Misce : capiat unciam tertiis vel quartis horis. In nervous Headache^ and old ^Paralytic cases. Dr. NELiaAN. 635 Arnicce (ex ^ij rad.) 5 vj, iEtlieris, 5 ss. Misce. A spoonful several times a day. In Nervous Affections. — Breea. 626 5“ Pulv. Arnicae, Pulv. Campliorae, ana gr. iv. Conf. Rosae, q. s, riat bolus, sexta quaque bora sumendus. Dr. Copland. 627 I'loi’- Arnicae, 5 ,]. Aquae, Oiiss. Coque ad Oiss, et adde Syr. Zingiberis, 5ij. Misce : sumat — iij quaque secunda bora. In Paralysis, Articular Rheumatism, ^c. — Swediaue. 628 Arnicae, Rad Serpentariae, ana 5 ij. Decocti Cinchonae ferv. 5 ix. lufunde, cola, et ad 5 viij, adde iEtheris, 5 ss. Syrupi, 5 j. Misce. Two tablespoonfuls every two boui’s. As a stimulant to the Nervous System. — Beeea. 629 9> Arnicae (ex 5 vj flor.) Campliorae, 9j. Mucil. Acaciae, 5j- Fiat emulsio. Sumat cocbl. j amplum secunda quaque hord. Hoen. 630 Iiif- Arnicae, f ^viiss. Potass. Garb. 5 j. Tinct. Lavaud. co. 5 iss. Misce : sumat cocbl, amplum ter die. Pr, COPJ^ANJ). THE BOOK OF PBESCKIPTIONS, 103 631 IjL Pulv. flor. Arnicse, 3 iij. Pulv. Ciuchonee, 5ss. Pulv. Serpentavise, 5iij. Piil\'. Cretae Aromat. 3 j. Syr. Aurantii, 3v. ■* Misce : capiat 3j — ii secundis horis. Pr. Copland, 633 Rad. Arnicae, Rad. Calumbse, ana 3ij. Infunde Aqua3 ferventis, q. s., ad colat. 3^’ij- Syr, Aurantii, sj. Misce. A spoonful every three hours. In Atonic Diarrhoea, — Berends. G33 ^ Flor. Arnicae, ^vj. Herbae Rutae, 3j. Aquae fexv. f 3xij. Macera, et cola, pt fiat lotus. For Blach Fye, — Graefe, 634 Tinct. Arnicae, 3ij Aquae destil. 3iv. Fiat lotto. For Contusions, 635 9> Tinct. Arnicae, 3j. Acidi Tannici, Pulv. Acaciae, aa 5ss. Fiat lotio. Paint boil with a camel’s hair brush. Abortive Treatment of Hall, AESENICUM. Preparations of Arsenic, 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 em- ployed in medicine as alteratives, and febrifuges or anti- periodics; but their effects require to be very carefully watched. Arsenious Acid (formerly termed white arsenic) and its solution with potash (Liq. Arsenicalis) are generally preferred in this country; they are principally given in obstinate chronic diseases of the skin; but also in inter- mittent fevers and other periodic diseases ; in amenorrhoea, dysmenorrhoea, menorrhagia, &c. Arsenic should be only taken after a meal. It is contra-indicated when there is a quick pulse and a hot skin. Its administration should be 104 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. discontinued if symptoms set in of pain in the epigastrium, nausea, and irritation of the eyelids. Externally it is a powerful caustic, hut requires watching. Antidotes. — Cold affusion, ammonia, artificial respiration, moist peroxide of iron (fresh), and calcined magnesia. Dose of Acidum Arsenlosum, gr. to Liquor Arsenicalis (Fowleri), 2 to 8 minims. Arsenici Hydrochloricns, 2 to 8 minims. Sodo! Arseniatis, 2 to 8 minims. Arsenias Ferri, gr. jV* Soda, gr. ^ to ^Liquor Ammonia Arsenitis, 2 to 8 minims. *■ Arsenici et Hydrargyri Hydriodalis (Donoran’s solu- tion), 10 to 30 minims. * Arsenici lodidi, gr. to given in lepra. * Arsenias Quinice, gr. 636 Acidi Arseniosi, gr. j. Sacchari puri, ^s. Tere simul in pnlv. subtilis, et adde Micae panis, q. s. Misce bene, et div. in pil. aequales xx. Sumat unam bis die. Jn Chronic SJcin Diseases^ Intermittent S^c. — Dr. Wood. 637 Acidi Arseniosi, gr. ij. Strychniae, gr. j. Ext. Aconiti, gr. viij. Pulv. Oj)ii, gr. V. Misce bene, et div. in pil. aequales xvj. One every six hours, or four in twenty-four hours. If nausea ensues, give lialf a pill only. In neuralgia of the Bladder, Sfc. — Dr. S. D. Gross. 638 Acidi Arseniosi, gr. ij. Opii pulv. gr. viij. Saponis duri, 9j. Misce exactissime et div. in pil. xxiv aequales. Sumat j, semel vel bis die. Dr, A. T. Thomson. 639 640 9 , Acidi Arseniosi, gr. j. Potass. Carb. gr. xv. Saponis Mollis, 3 iij. Aquae, ^iij. Fiat linimentum To be applied twice a day. In Scabies . — Clemens, 9 Acidi Arseniosi, gr. j. Piperis ni»ris, 9ss. Tere simul per horam dimidiam, dein adde Mucil. Acaeiae, q. s. ut fiant pil. xv aequales. Sumat unam semel vel bis die. In ’EU'phantiasis, Lejpra, ^c . — Asiatic Pills, 641 642 643 644 645 646 647 648 649 THE BOOK OF FKESCRIPTIONS, 105 9> Liq. Arsenicalis, Aquie, 5j. Migce. To be taken three times a day. In Angina Pectoris . — Dr. F. E. Ainstie. 9> Liq. Arsenicalis, Tqx. To be taken immediately after meals. For child 5 to 12 years. In Chorea.—Dv. Eustace Smith. 9> Liq. Arsenicalis, f 3 ss. Liq. Potassae, f 5 j. Inf. Gentianae co. f 3vij. Sp. .iEtheris Nit. f 5ij. Misce ; fiat mistura cujus capiat cochl. larga duo ter die. In Psoriasis . — Dr. S. Weight. 9> Liq. Arsenicalis, n\iv. Decocti Cinchonae, f 3 X. Syr. Aurantii, 3 ij. Tinct. Opii, t>\v. Fiat haustus, bis die suraendus post cibum. In Chronic Eczema and Pityriasis . — Dr. BuegesS. 9> Liq, Arsenicalis, f 3 SS. Inf. Quassiae, f^v. Tinct. Lupuli, t ^j. Fiat'mistura ; sumat partem sextam bis die. Dr. Hoopee. Liq. Arsenicalis, -n\v. Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. n\.xx. Inf. Quassiae, 3 j. M. sum. ter die. In Psoriasis inveterata . — Dr. Guy. Liq. Arsenicalis, n\iv ad x. Aquae Camphorae, f 5 x 88 . Sp. .^theris co. f 388 . Syr. Croti, f 3 j. Misce : fiat haustus ter die sumendus. In Epilepsy . — Dr. A. Feampton. 9 . Liq. Arsenicalis, i^xx ad xxx. Syr. Simplicis, f 3 iij. Tinct. Cardam. co. f 3 iij. Aquae destil. f Jvss. Dosis, 5 j statim post cibum. Dr. Deuitt. 9> Liq. Arsenicalis, f3j. Vini Antimon. Vini Ipecacuanhae, Liq. Potassae, ana f 3 iiss. Aquae destil. ad f 5xij. Fiat mistura cujus sumatur 5j ter die. In Hay Fecer.—I>r. F, W, MACKENZIE, 106 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 650 9 , Arseniatis Sodee, gr. j. Aquse destil. f 5j. Sumat min. xij ad xxx in die. In Chronic Shin Diseases ^ — Dr. PeaesOK. 651 9 Sodse Arseniatis, tixxxx. Sodae Bicarb, gr. 50. Tinct. Coiiii, 5 iij. Inf. DulcamarsB, 3 vj. M. for a dose.) Alterative in Shin Diseases. — Dr. Guy, 653 9 Sodse Arseniatis, gr. ij. Aquse destil. q. s. Solve, et adde Guaiaci pulv. 533 . Antim. Sulphurati, Oj. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. Misce caute et div. in pil. xxiv. In Chronic Shin Diseases ^ Pulv. Artemisiae vulg. 5 j. Pulv. Sacchari albi, 3j. Fiat pulvis. To be taken at bed-time in warm beer. In Fpilepsy, — Lowenstein. 666 9> Fxt. alcoholoci Artemisiae, gr. iv. Acaciae pulv. 3j. Sacchari, 5 iij. Mist. Amygdalae, 3iij- A teaspoonful every half hour, gradually increasing the dose to two tea- spoonfuls. In Infantile Convulsions , — Ivolreuter, ^HE Book OE BBkSCitIPTlONS. i09 *ARUM. The root of Wake-Robin or Cuckow-pint (Arum macu* latum, Nat. Ord. Aracece) 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 10 to 30 grains. 667 9> li-ad. Ari pulv. Sem. Carui pulv. ^ss. MagnesicC, 5 ij. Misce. A teaspoonful in the morning. In weakness of the Stomach, in gouty Constitutions. Nicolai. ♦ASARUM. Asardbacca. The root and leaves of Asarum Europseum (Nat. Ord. Aristolochiacece) are acrid, emetic, cathartic, and sternuta- tory. Dose, as an emetic, 10 to 30 grains. Asarum Canadense, Canada Snake-root, or Wild Ginger, is tonic, diaphoretic, and an aromatic stimulant. Dose of the powder, 20 to 30 grains. It does not usually prove emetic or cathartic. ^ASPARAGUS. The root and shoots of A. officinalis (Nat. Ord. Liliacede) are diuretic, aperient, and alterative or deobstruent; and allay inordinate action of the heart. They contain aspara- gine, on which these effects are supposed to depend. After their exhibition the urine voided has a peculiar odour and colour. Used chiefly in dropsy, consumption, and palpi* tations. Dose of Decoctum Asparagi, a teacupful three times a day. . 668 9> Decocti Asparagi, 5 xvj. Potass. Acet. 3j. Mel. Scillse, 3s3. Misce. To be taken by cupfuls. in Dropsies , — llo THE BOOK 0'S PBESCRiBTlOKfcl. 669 9> Becocti Aspara^i, lb. j. Potas. Nitrat. ^ Sp. iEtheris Nit. ^iij. Oxymel. Scillae, gss. M. To be taken as a common drink. Diuretic and Cooling, — Dr. Copland. ASSAF(ETIDA. Assafoetida is the concrete juice of Narthex .A.ssafoetida (Nat. Ord. JJmbelliferce), It is antispasmodic, expectorant, moderately stimulant, and slightly laxative. It is much used in hysterical affections, in nervous debility, hypochon- driasis, flatulent distension 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. Its efficacy is said to he due to the gulphur oil it contains. Dose of Assafostida, 5 to 20 grains. Piluia Assafcetidc^ comp. 5 to 10 grains. Pilulce Aloes et Assaf., 5 to 10 grains. Tinctura Assaf ce tides, ^ to 1 drachm. Spiritus Ammonice foetidus, % to 1 drachm. ^Mistura Assafoetidee, ^ to 1 ounce {Assafoetida 2 drachms, water 10 ounces. 670 9. Assafoetidse, Pulv. Valerianse, ana p. sequales, Syr. et Tinct. Valerianae, q. s. Fiat massa, in pil. gr. v dividenda. Sumat ij bis die. In Nervous Affections, 671 9 Assafoetidae, gr. iv. Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Sp. Armoraciae co. f sij. Decocti Aloes, f 3X. Fiat liaustus. In muscular Atony of the Alimentary Canal, — Dr. Paris. 672 9 Tinct. Assafoetidae, Tinct. Absinthii, ana 5j. Sumat min. lx ter die. In Tape TTorm.^HuFELAND. THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIOKS. Ill 673 9> Mist. Assafoetidee, f 5vj. Tinct. Valerianae Ammon, f 5 ij. Sp.iEther.f 5 j. 2 ^ M. Fiat mistui’a, cujus siimat segra cochh ij larga sextis horis. In Hysteria, — Dr. ThomaS. 674 9> Assafoetidse, 5j. Aq. Mentliae pip. f ^vss. Tere optime simul, et adde Tinct. Valerianae Am. f 5ij. Tinct. Castorei, f 5iij. Aitheris, 5j. Misce : fiat mistura : sumat coclil. unum aniplum secundis horis. In the Hysterical Paroxysm, — Dr. JoY. 675 9= Sp. Ammon. Poetidi, 5ss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, ri\x. Syr. Aurantii, 3SS. Sp. Anisi, f 5j. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. iv\v. Aquae, 5j* Sumat coclil. min. j ter in die. In Laryngismus Stridulus. — Dr. Reid* 676 Sp. Ammon. Eoetidi, Tinct. Valerianae, ana f 5iij. Aquae Campliorae, ^viss. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), f 5iij. . Misce : sumat coclilearia tria ampla suhinde. In Hysteria^ Flatulence, and various Nervous Diseases, Mr. Beande* 677 9> Assafoctidae, Opii pulv. Piperis nigi i, ana gr. iss. Fiat pilula. One to be bruised, and taken in a spoonful of brandy and water every half or three quarters of an hour. In Cholera.^[_A.-^ Indian Specific.] 678 9 . Assafoetidse, Oiss. Ext. Anthemidis, Oiij. Pulv. Rhei, 3j. Misce : fiat massa in pil. xxx dividenda. Sumat tres mane et vespere; In Dyspepsia with Flatulence , — Dr. AlNSLiE. 67 O 9 Assafoct. gr. xxxvj. Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij. 01. Cajuput. rqxij. M. Div. in pil. xij, sura, ij ora. noct. In Flatulency. Ross. . THE HD 6 k PRESCRIPTIONS. ii 2 680 Assafoetidse, 5j. Morph. Sulph. gr. iij. M. Fiant pilulse triginti, quarum exhibe unam ter vel quater de die. In disordered; Menstruation with dry Cough. H. Geben. 681 Tinct. Assafoetidse, f5j. Tinct. Opii, Tqx. Ipecacuanha3 pulv. 9ss. Aquae, fSij. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochl. parvum tertia quaque lior^. In E.00]ping’C0ugh.'-^J)v, R. Reece. 682 9> Mist. Assafoetidae, ^vss. Tinct. Valerianae Ammon. 3iv. Misce ; fiat mistura j sumat partem quartam 4ta quaque horal. Antispasmodic, — Dr. JoV. 683 Assafoetidae, 3j. Tere cum Liq. Ammoniae acet. Aquae destil. Aquae Pulegii, anaf ^ij. Syr. Papaveris, f5ij. Misce : capiat coclil. duo pro dosi. In obstinate Spasmodic Cough, — Mr. BrandE. 684 9> Assafoetidae, 3j. 01. Amygdalae dulc. r»\xx. ‘ Tere simul, et adde Mucil. Acaciae, 5ij- Syr. Althaeae, 5ij. Misce : fiat emulsio. Give a teaspoonful every two hours to a child of two to six years, shaking the bottle. In Sooping -cough. — Kopp. 685 9> Tinct. Assafoetidae, f 3ss. Tinct. Valerianae co. f 3ss. Ferri Sulph. gr. ij. Aquae Camphorae, f 3j. Misce : fiat haustus ter die sumendus. Capiat hac nocte, h. s< Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. iij. Ext. Coloc. co. gr. iv. In Hystericat Affections. — Dr. W. Duncan* 68G 9> Tinct. Assafoetidae, ir\xx. Sp. Ammon. Arom. t'sss. Mist. Moschi, f 5j. Misce ; fiat haustus. In Hysteric and Spasmodic Colic. — Dr. Neligan. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 113 687 Vo Assafoetidse, Jij. Liq. Ammon. Acetatis, Aquse Menthse, Syr. Croci (vel Mori), ^ss. Misce. A teaspoonful to a tablespoonful, according to the age of the child, every two liours. In Asthma. — Millab 68 S Vo Mist. Assafoetidee, f ^vss. Sp. Lavandulae co. ^ss. Sp. Ammon, arom. f 5 ij. Misce : sum at cochlearia tria ter quotidie. In Nervous Indigestion, Hysteria, ^c. — Dr. AlNSLiE. 689 9> Tinct. Assafoetidae, ^ss. Tinct. Opii, f 5 j. Decocti Hordei, Oss. Fiat enema. In Flatulent Colic. — Dr. Hooper. 690 Assafoetidae, gr. vj — ^viij. 01. Amygdalae dulc. n\iv. Tere simul, et adde Pulv. Acaciae, 5 ss. Inf. Anthemidis, 5j- Fiat enema. In Flatulent Colic of Infants. — Dr. Ure. 691 Assafaetidae, 5 ij. Camphorae, gr. xij. Tere cum Decocti Aveuae, ^viij ; dein adde 01. Terebinth. 3 ss. Misce, etfiat enema. In Festilential Cholera. — Dr. Copland. 692 9 , Assafoetidae, 5 ij. Tere cum Decocti Papaveris, lb. j. Coletur, sigiietur : The clyster. In Spasmodic and Hysterical Affections. — Radius. 693 9- Assafoetidae, 5 iij. Tere cum Lactis Vaccini, ^v. Cola per linteum, ut fiat enema. In Ascarides. — RuDOLPHl. 694 9> Assafoetidae, 5 S 8 — Vitell. Ovi No. j. Tere simul, et adde Infus. Valerian. 3ss — For two enemas. In Laryngismus Stridulus. — Niemeyer. Ateopia. Ateopm Sulphas. See Belladonna. 8 114 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, AURANTIUM. Orange, The dried rind of the Seville or Bitter Orange^ C. Biga- radia, is a light bitter tonic, stomachic, and slightly astrin- gent. It is much prescribed as an accompaniment to other medicines, 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. The juice of the Sweet Orange, Citrus Aurantium, is re- frigerant, and is used for the same purposes as Citric Acid and Lemon Juice. Orange Flowers, and their distilled water and syrup, are the product .chiefly of the bitter orange. They are fragrant, and chiefly used for their flavour and odour, but are also regarded as antispasmodic. The leaves are aromatic, tonic, and diaphoretic. Bose of Tulvis Cort. Aurantii, 5 to 30 grains. Infusum Aurantii, 1 to 2 ounces. Infusum comp., 1 to 2 ounces. Si/rupus , 1 to 2 drachms. Tinctura , 1 to 2 drachms. Tinctura Recentis, 1 to 2 dfachms. Vinum , 1 to 2 ounces. Aqua Floris, ^ to 1 ounce. Syrupus Floris, 1 to 2 drachms. 695 Cort. Aurantii, 3 SS. Flor. Anthemidis, 5j- Infunde aq. frigidse Oij per horas xxiv, et cola. Take a wineglassful frequently. In WeaJcness of the Stomach, Flatulence, Sfc. — Dr. Perceval. 696 5“ Flavedinis Aurantii, Rad. Rhei, Potass. Tart, ana 553 . 01. Cajuputi, u\iij. Misce : fiat pulvis. In Hypochondriasis, S^c , — Klein. 697 9> Inf. Aurantii co. f Xix. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. u^xx. Syr. Zingiberis, f 5 j. Fiat haustus horis ij ante prandium quotidie sumendus. Tonic, — Dr. PARIS. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 115 [For other recipes containing Cortex Aurantii, see under Acidum Nitro-Hydrochloricum, Cinchona, Quinia, Gentiana, &c.] 698 9= Palv. fol. Aurantii, Pulv. rad. Valerianae, Syr. Aurantii, q. s. Fiat electuarium. A teaspoonful occasionally. In 'Ej^ilej^sy, and other Chronic Nervous Diseases. SOAUBAETH, 699 9 Pol- Aurantii, Rad. Rhei, ana 5j. • Rad. V alerianae, ' ' ’ Potas. Tart. Acid, ana ^iij. Misce. Take half a teaspoonful twice a day. • Chorea, Epilepsy, Sfc . — Choulant. *AURIJM. Gold. The preparations o£ gold, like those of mercury, excite the secretions, sometimes salivate, and, if too freely given, pro- duce great local and general irritation. They are special stimulants and alteratives, and are used in frictions on the tongue and gums, and endermically ; as well as administered internally, in syphilis, scrofula, scirrhous and cancerous diseases, lepra, and amenorrhoea. The chloride is very poisonous, and similar in action to corrosive sublimate. Metallic gold, in a finely divided state, produces the consti- tutional 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) is most used. Dose of Auri Pulvis, | to 1 gr. Anri Chloridum. i i i i Auro-Sodii Chloridum,}^' friction gr. to Auri Cyanidum, gr. to Iq. JJnguentum Auri is applied to the surface from which the cuticle has been removed by a blister. 700 9 Auri pulv. gr. vj. Amyh pulv. gr. xxxvj. Misce, et div. in partes xij. Sumat unam quarter die. Reicke. 116 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 701 A-uri pulv. Lycopodii (common Club Moss), ana gr. ij. Misce. To be rubbed on the tongue and gums, in divided portions, during the day. In Syphilis, Sfc, — Reicke. 702 A.uri pulv. 3j. Syr. Acacise, 5j. Misce. In Syphilitic Ulceration, 703 9 . Auri pulv. gr. xv. Axungim, 5ss. Misce. To ohstinate Syphilitic Ulcers, — Bouchaedat. 704 9> A-uri Chloridi, gr. j. Lycopodii prsep. (common Club Moss), gr. xv. Misce, et div. in p. xvj. One to be rubbed on the tongue and gums daily. Afterwards, the same quantity to be divided successively into twelve and ten powders. In Cheestien. 705 Auri Chloridi, gr. j. Ext. Aconiti, 3ss. Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, 9ij. Syrupi, q. s. Misce intime, et div. in pil. xx, quarum sumatur una ter in die. In Secondary Syphilis, with much pain, — Dr. Neligan. 706 9* Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. j. Aqum destil. q. s. Solve, et adde Syr. simplicis, f Jvj. Misce : sumat cochl. amplum ter die. Cheestien. 707 9 > Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. j. Aquae destil. ^ss. Solve. Six drops, gradually increased to fourteen, to be taken three times a day in water, or decoction of sarsaparilla. In Secondary Syphilis, — Lehmann. 708 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. ij. Mannse, 3iiss. Tere bene siraul et ope mucilaginis forma in pilulas riginti quatuor, e quibus sumatur una ter in die. In Syphilitic Affections, — Dr. Neligan. 70y 9 . Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. ir (in aq. dest. q. s. sol.) Ext. Dulcamarae, Jj. Ext. Aconiti, 3ss. Pulv. Althffise, q. s. Fiaut pilulffi 80. quarum capiat unam ter die. In Venereal SJcm Diseases, ^c, — Geotzneb. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 117 710 9. Auro-Sodii Clilori, gr. j. Ext. Mezerei, 5j. Eiant pilulee lx. Maoendie. 711 9 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. |. Lycopodii (commou Club Moss), gr. xv. Misce optime, et divide in cliartulas xx. 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. — Cheestien ; Teousseau. 712 9 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. v. Pulv. Tragacanth, 5j. Sacchar. Alb. q. s. Misce, fiant pil. xl. One pill an hour after dinner and supper. After, two pills following these meals, and gradually increase to eight pills daily. In Systeria. — Niemeyee. 713 9 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr.j. Aquae destil. ^iij. Fiat collyrium. In Chronic Ophthalmia . — Jahn. 714 9 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. iiss. Axungiae, 5iss. The size of a bean to be introduced into the nostril in the evening. In Scrofulous Swelling of the Nose . — Kopp. 715 9 Auro-Sodii Chloridi, gr. iij ad iv. Axungiae, 3ss. Misce exact, ut fiat unguentum. In Induration, Exostosis, d^c., especially of Syphilitic origin, Geotznbe. 716 9 Auri Cyanidi, gr. j. Lycopodii (common Club Moss), gr. xv. Misce, et div. in pulv. xvj. One daily in frictions on the tongue. 717 9 A-uri Cyanidi, gr. iss. Pastae Cacao, 3j. Misce, et div. in trochis. xxiv. One to three daily. Cheestien. 718 9 Auri Cyanidi, gr. j. Ext. Mezerei, gr. iij [gr. viij.—CHRESTlEN.] • Pulv. Althaeae, q. s. Fiant pil. xv. Give at first one pill, then two, then three daily. In Syphilis, Scrofula, Amenorrhoea, <^c. POUECHE; ChEESTIEN, 118 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. *AVENA. The seeds of the Common Oat (Avena Satlva, Nat. Ord. Graminacece) are used in the form of poultice and infusion. Deprived of their husk and coarsely ground they form Oat- meal ; stripped of husk and integument, they are called Groats ; crushed groats form the Embden and Prepared Groats. ^BALLOTA. Siberian Woolly Ballota {Ballota lanata; Nat. Ord. Lahiatce) is sudorific and diuretic ; and is used in gout, rheu- matism, dropsies, &c. The dried plant is employed. 719 Becocti Ballotse, 3 xvj. Tinct. Ciunaraomi, 5ss. Athens, 5j. Misce. A wine-glassful to be taken every three hours. In Dro]psies . — Eehman. Balsamum Canadense. See Teeebinthina. Balsamum C0PAIB.E. See Copaiba. BALSAMUM PERUVIANUM. Balsam of Peru is obtained from incisions made into the ^ trunk of the Myroxylon Pereirm (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce), It is expectorant and stimulant, acting especially on the mucous membrane. It is given in chronic catarrhs, and other non-inflammatory affections of the chest attended with debility ; in chronic rheumatism, amenorrhoea, &c. ; also to restrain excessive discharges, as leucorrhoea, gleet, &c. ternallyy it is a stimulant to unhealthy ulcers, chilblains, sore nipples, and promotes the growth of the hair. It is con- veniently applied rubbed up with the yolk of egg. Dose, 10 to 15 grains. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 119 720 9 , Bals. Peruviani, 5iv. 01. Amygd. dulc. 5vj. Pulv. Acacise, 3j. Tere simul, etadde terendo. Aquse Posse, Misce. Dose, a tablespoonful. In Chronic Catarrhs^ ^0, 721 9 Dais. Peruviani, 5ij. Vitel. Ovor. No. ij. Tere simul, et adde Ext. Cinclionse, 5iv. Mellis Posse, ^vj. Misce : capiat cochleare unum magnum bis die. In Chronic Bronchitis, — Dr. JoY. 722 9 Dais. Peruviani, 5ss. Mucil. Acacise, 5ij. Tere simul, et adde Aquse Cinnamomi, Aquse destil. ana 5ss. Misce : fiat haustus ter die sumendus. In Chronic Asthma, Old Dry Cough, and Rheumatism, Mr. Beande. 723 724 725 9 Dais. Peruviani, 3 ij. Ovi unius Vitellum. Tere simul, et adde Aquse Cinnamomi, f ^viss. Tinct. Aloes co. fSiij. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), f 31 ). Fiat mistura : sumat ^iss bis quotidie. 1 In a Sluggish state of the Bowels , — Dr. Paris. 9 Dal. Peruviani, 3ij. Mellis despumati, 3 vj. Misce, et adde gradatim fMisturse Myrrhse, f^vj. Tinct. Aurantii, f 3j. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat coclil. j ad ij ter quaterve in die. Dr. Copland. 9 Dais. Peruviani, 33 s. Vitelli Ovi, q. s. Aquse Cinnamomi, Aquse, ana f 3j- Sp. Ammon. Arom. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), ana f 3 j. Fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In Ba/ralytic Cases,—Dv, Hugh Smith. 726 9 Ung. Cerse albse, 5>is3. Bals. Peruviani, 3 ij. 01. Lavandulse, ir^xij. Fiat unguentum. To promote the groioth of the Hair, — Dr. COPLAND. t Myrrh. 40 gi’S., Liquorice Water, 1 oz. 120 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 727 B;ils. Peruviani, 5j. Pel. Bovini, 5iij. Misce : fiat bals. acousticum. In fetid discharges from the Har, — Dr. Huoh Smith. BALSAMUM TOLUTANUM. Balsam of Tolu is obtained from Myroxylon Toluiferum (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce), and has similar properties and uses to Balsam of Peru. It is a balsamic stimulant, tonic, and expectorant. It is chiefly prescribed in pectoral complaints, after the inflammatory action has subdued. Dose of Balsamum Tolutani^ 10 to 30 grains. Tinctura , 15 to 30 minims. Syrupns , 1 to 2 drachms. 728 Bals. Tolu, 5 iss. Mucil. Acacise, f 3 j. Tere simul, et adde gradatim Aquae destil. f 5 iv. Tiiict. Camjjliorae co. Syr. simplicis, ana f 5 iij. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochl. ampla ij ter in die. In the above Cases, — Dr. Copland. 729 9 , Bals. Tolu. 5 ss. Mucil. Acacise, f 5 iv. Aquae, f 5 v. Aquse Pimentse, 5 iij. Fiat liaustus. hi Chronic Mucous Discharges, 730 5 b Syr. Tolu. 5 J. Mucil. Ac a dee, Sviij. 01. Amygd. dulc. ^iss. Misce. A spoonful to be taken frequently. In Chronic Catarrh, — Niemann. 731 Syr. Tolu. Vini Perri, aa 3SS. Liq. Arsenicalis, rqxij. Aquae Anethi, 3j- Misce. A tcaspoonful thrice daily, directly after food— for a child two years old. In JEczema,—Mv, Erasmus Wilson. THE BOOK OP PRESCEIPTIONS. 121 BARIUM. BARYTA. All the soluble salts of Barium are poisonous. In small doses they have been given, with caution, as alterative and deobstruent remedies, in scrofulous affections [when attended by an irritable and febrile state of the system], cancer, skin diseases, &c. The only official preparation is the Solution of Chloride of Barium {Liquor Barii Chloridi). It is used to detect the presence of sulphuric acid or sulpbatis in solution. The chloride is rarely given internally. Dose of Barii Chloridum, 1 to 2 grains, sometimes in- creased to 5 grains (Neligan) ; usually in solution. Antidotes, — Sulphate of magnesia or soda, dilute sulphuric acid. 733 Solut. Barii Chloridi sat. Acidi Hydrochlor. lY^iv. Misce. Begin with 3 or 4 drops, and gradually increase the dose to 10 drops twice a day. In Scrofulous and Cancerous Affections, — Dr. Ceawfoed. 733 9> Barii Chloridi, 5 ss. Aquse destil. 5j- Misce. Give daily, to a child of 3 years, from 5 to 30 drops ; to older children from 10 to 30 drops ; increasing the dose to 50 or 60. [Wkndt says from 5 to 15 drops every three hours.] In Scrofula , — Hufeland. 734 5“ Barii Chloridi, Terri Tart, ana 5 ss. Aquse Cinnaniomi, 3 j. Solve, et adde Syr. Aurautii, 3 ]. To a child of 3 or 3 years give 8 or 10 drops every three hours, in gruel ; to those of 4 to 6 years give 13 to 15 drops, and to older children 30 drops, at the same intervals. In Scrofulous Affections^ Glandular Affections^ S^c, Dr. Uee. 735 Barii Chloridi, Ext, Conii, ana Jss. Solve in Aquae destil. 5 ss ; adde Vini Antim. 3 iss. Misce. Give 15 drops, gradually increased to 30, every 3 hours, slinking the bottle. In Chronic JEnlargement of the Testicle, Sfc , — Dr. Wylie. 122 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 736 Barii Chloridi, 9ss. Tinct. Terri Perclilor. f 5ij. Syr. Aurantii, f 5ij. Aqiise destil. f M. Give from half an ounce to an ounce, three times a day. In Scrofulay with languid Circulation, and Debility, Mr. Balman. 737 9 . Barii Chloridi, 5ss. Tinct. Cinchonm, 5ss. Misce. Ten to fifteen drops, morning and night, shaking the bottle. In Scrofulous Dhoto^hobia , — Ammon. 738 9 Barii Chloridi, gr. j. Morphise Hydrochlor. gr. iij. Conf. Rosse, q. s. Tiant pilulse xij. Sumat unam ter die. In Chronic Diarrhoea and Dysentery, — Dr. A, Walsh. 739 9 Barii lodidi, gr. j. Cinnamomi pulv. Sacchari albi, ana 9iv. Misce, et div. in partes viij sequales. One to be taken three times a day. In Scrofulous Diseases , — Radius. BEBERIA, or Bebeerina, Beberia is an alkaloid derived from the bark of the Green- heart tree, Nectandra Rodioei (Nat. Ord. Lauracece), It is astringent, antiperiodic, tonic, and febrifuge. It is an im- perfect substitute for quinine. Dose of the sulphate, which is the only salt of Beberia generally employed, 1 to 3 grains, as a tonic ; 5 to 10 grains as an antiperiodic. Some give as much as 15 grains. 740 9 Bebeerinse Sulphatis, gr. xxxvj. Conf, Rosse, q. s. Fiat niassa in pil. xij dividenda. One pill to be taken three times a day during the intermissions. In Intermittent Headache , — Dr. Gairdnee. 741 9 Bebeerinse Sulphat. 5ij. Conf. Rosse, q. s. Misce : fiant pil. xxiv. Sumat j, ij, vel iij, ter die. In Intermittent Fevers , — Dr. ChbistISON. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 123 742 BebeerinsB Sulpliat. gr. xvj. Acid. Sulph. dil. iy\_x. Aquse destil. f ^iiiss. Syr. rior. Aurantii, f ^ss. M. Fiat niistura. Capiat cochl. ampla duo sextis lioris. In Periodic Headache and Neuralgia , — Dr. Nelioan. 743 5® Bebeerinse Sulph. 3ss. Acidi Sulph. dil. n\xxv. Syr. simplicis, f 5j. Tinct. Aurantii, f^j. Aquae f ‘^iv. Misce. A tablespoooful three times a day. Dr. Cheistison. 744 . Beberiae Sulphatis, gr. xx. Inf. Chiratae, 3vj. Solve. (One sixth for a dose.) Tonic.— Dr, Guy. BELA. Pael. Tlie dried half -ripe fruit of the JSgle Marmelos, or Bengal Quince (Nat. Ord. Aurantiacece) is astringent, and is given especially in diarrhoea and dysentery. A decoction of the root 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 mem- brane, and to obviate costiveness arising from debility. The only preparation is— Extractum Belm Liquidum. Dose, 1 to 2 drachms. 745 9, Fruct. immaturi Bela?, ^ij. Aqusc, Oj. Coque lent6 ad f^v, et cola. Sit dosis, f 3j ad f 3iss bis terve die, vel quaque tertia bora. In Dysentery and Diarrhoea. — Mr. POUND. 746 9 Ext. Belffi liquidi, 3ij. Decoct. Ilordei, ^iss. M. Sum post sing, sedes liquidas. In Diarrhoea, S^c. 124 THE BOOK OP PRESCEIPTIONS. BELLADONNA. The leaves and root of Deadly Nightshade {Atropa Bellas donna, Nat. Ord. Atropacece) are powerfully narcotic, and in some cases act as a diuretic, diaphoretic, and laxative. Bella- donna is employed to alleviate pain ; to quiet nervous ex- citement and spasm, in neuralgic and convulsive affections, as chorea, epilepsy, hooping-cough, tic douloureux ; in rheu- matism, dysmenorrhoea, typhoid fever ; in spasms of the different sphincters, as of the uterus, bladder, rectum ; in habitual constipation; and in incontinence of urine, &c. Locally, it is used to relieve pain, and to dilate the pupil of the eye. It is sometimes employed in the form of fomenta- tion or injection. This powerful remedy requires to be employed with great caution. The occurrence of dryness and stricture of the fauces, of impaired vision, and dilated pupils, indicate 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. Dose of Pnlvis Belladonnce, 1 to 2 grains. Extractum — ^ to ^ grain, increased to 1 or 2 grains. Succus 5 to 15 minims. Tinctura 5 to 20 minims. Emplastrum Vnguentum Linimentum (from root). Liquor A tropics (for external use). JJnguentum — Atropm Sulphas for the preparation of Liquor Atropics Sulphatis (for external use). *Ckloroform Belladonnas. *^Linimentum comp. *Suppositorium . Atropia, in paper and gelatine discs, is largely used by oculists to dilate the pupil of the eye. It is also used in solution for subcutaneous injection : Atropics Sulphas 1 grain, Water 1 drachm, for an injection 2 to 3 minims. - — — — ■ 1 grain. Morphia Acetas 10 grains, Water 1 drachm— 2 to 3 minims. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 125 Antidotes , — An emetic of sulphate of copper, 10 grains, followed by the administration of opium as an antagonistic. 747 9> Ext. Belladonnae, gr. j. Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. Aquse Camphorse, 3j. Fiat haustus. In Gastralgia , — Dr. Strange. 748 9> P»ilv- Belladonnse, Ext. Belladonnse, aa gr. 1— h Elat pilula. To be taken at bedtime. In Obstinate Constipation . — Troesseau. 749 9* Succi Belladonnse (cum 1-5 Sp. rect.), f 5iv. Aquse Camphorse, f^vij. Syr. Rhoeados, f 5ss. Misce : flat mistura, cujus capiat cochleare amplum sextis lioris. In neuralgia, and Tic Douloureux. — Dr. Neligan. 750 9 Ext. Belladonnse, gr. viij ad xij. Vini Ipecacuanhse, f 5j. Syr. Senegse, f 5ss. Syr. Tolu, f Jiiiss. Misce. A teaspoonful three or four times a day, with a mucilaginous acidulated diink. In Catarrh . — Dr. Ellis (U.S.) 751 9 Ext. Belladonnse, gr. vj. Glycyrrhizse pulv. 5ss. Succi Sambuci, q. s. Fiant pilulse xij. Capiat unam ad tres pro dose. Dr. Copland. 752 9 Ext. Belladonnse, gr. iv. Ext. Gentianse, 3j. Misce bene ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat unam ter in die. In flying Rheumatic Rain . — Dr. J. OSBORNE. • 753 9 Ext. Belladonnse, gr. v. Pulv. Ipecacuanhse, 3ss. Misce : fiant pil. xx. Take one every two or three hours until the pain ceases. In painful Menstruation in full habits . — Dr. G. Bird. 754 9 Ext. Belladonnse, gr. v. Zinci Sulph. 3j. Misce, ut fiant pil. xx. Take one every three hours until the pain ceases. In the same, in Leucophlegmatic habits . — Dr. G. Bird. 126 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 755 9 , Ext. Belladonnae, gr. viij. Pulv. Camphorse, 5j. Quin. Sulph. 3ij. M. fiant pilulse xxx. One every hour or two until the pain ceases. For painful Menstruation , — Dr. H. Greek. 756 5“ Ext. Belladonnse, gr. viij. Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr. x. Zinci Sulph. 5ss. M. fiant pil. xxx. Quar. cap. j. quaque hora, donee leniatur dolor. In DysmenorrTioda, — Dr. H. Greek. 757 9 , Ext. Belladonnae, Pil. Hydrargyri, Ipecacuan. pulv. ana gr. xij. Misce, ut fiant piiulse xij. One to be taken morning and evening. In Cancerous Affections, — Dr. Aikslie. 758 5> Ext. Belladonnae, gr. xij. Creasoti, n\xxv. 01. Cinnamomi, n\iv. Mica Panis q. s. Misce, fiant pil. 50. One after dinner and before going to bed. In Incontinence of Urine in Children, Dr. Walter Fergus. 759 - 9> Tinct. Belladonnse, nxxx. Tinct. Kucis Vom. Tqx. Aquse Camph. 5j- Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Cardiac Felility, — Dr. J. M. Fothergill. 760 9> Kad. BeUadonnse pulv. gr. ij. Rad. Ipecacuauhee p. gr. iss. Sulphuris loti, Sacchari Lactis, ana 533 . Misce : fiat pulvis, in partes viij dividendus. Sumat j ter die. In Mooping -cough, (For a child of three or four years.) KoPP. 761 Fad. Belladonnae, gr. iv. Rad. Glycyrrhizae, Sacchari albi, ana gr. xxxviij. Tere bene simul. Dose, from four to twenty grains twice a day. Dr. COPLAKD. 762 9> Ipecacuanhse rad. pulv. gr. ij. BelladonnEe rad. pulv. gr. iij. Zinci Oxidi, gr. vj. Sacchari albi, 5 j. Fiat pulv. in partes vj div. One every two hours. In Nervous Fpilepsy , — Berekds. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 127 763 9 , Rad. Belladonn 06 pulv. 3ss. Rliei pulv. 3ij. Misce, et div. in pulv. x sequales. Sumat j bis terve in die. In obstructions, enlargement, and induration of Liver and Sjpleen ; Jaundice, Laljgitations, S^c , — Hufeland. 764 9 Rad. Belladonnse pulv. gr. vj. Quin. Sulpli. gr. vj — xij. Sacchari albi, 5ij. Misce : fiat pulvis in part seq. vj div. Sumat j bis terve quotidie. In Obstinate (Quartan Agues. — Radius. 765 9 Belladonnse, gr. iss. Quin. Sulpli. gr. iv. Pulv. Rhei, gr. xx. M. div. in pulv. x. Sum. j ter die. In Scarlatina. — Dr. Schwabe. 766 9 Belladonnae fol. pulv. gr. ij. Potass. Nitrat. p. gr. xv. Sacchari purif. gr. iv. Fiat pulvis, bora somni quotidie sumendus. In Chronic Iheumatism, ’Ejgile'jgsy , ^c. — Dr. A. T. THOMSON. 767 9 Ext. Belladonnse, gr. 01. Terebinth. u\iij. Mucilaginis, 5j. M., ter die sum. (For an infant.) Laryngismus Stridulus . — Dr. H. Jones. 768 9 Ext. Belladonnse, Plumbi Acet. aa gr. ij. Tannin, gr. iv. Sevi Prsep. q.s. Fiat suppositorium. In Fissure or Ulcer of Anus . — Mr. Erichsen. 769 9 Eol. Belladonnce sic. gr. xij. Aquae ferventis, 5vj. Macera, et cola ; ut fiat enema. In Sjpasm of the Rectum, or 8;phincter Vesicce. — PitSCHAft. 770 9 Ext. Belladonnse, 3j. Aquae, f 5iv. Fiat lotio. Dr. Druitt. 771 9 Ext. Belladonnae, 5j. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. Oj. Misce : fiat lotio. Graefe. 128 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 773 9 , Tinct. Belladonnte, f 5ij. Lin. Saponis co. f 5viij. Fiat linimentum, saepe utendum. In neuralgic pains, and painful Glandular Enlargements, Dr. Nelioan. 773 Ext. Belladonnae, Adipis praep. ana 5ij. Opii pulv. 5ss. Misce accuratissime. 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. 774 9> Eng. Belladonnae, Camphorae, 5j. Tinct. Camphorae co. f 5j. M. fiat unguentum. In painful ILcemorrTioids and Chordee . — Dr. Neligan. 775 5> Ext. Belladonnae, gr. iss. Ext. Opii, gr. |. M. I'iat pessarium. In Neuralgia of Uterus , — Trousseau and Reyeil. 776 Atropiae, gr. f. Sacchari puri, 5iiss. Misceantur optime. Give a grain and a half, two or three times a day, to a child of five years. In Hooping-cough , — Bouchardat. 777 V- Atropiae, gr. Acid. I\'it. nxij. Aquae, 5ss. Ter die (for a child). In Whooping-cough , — Dr. H. Jones. 778 9, Atropiae, gr. yIo- Tinct. Eerri Perchlor., nixv. Oxymel. Scillae, n\xv. Aquae, 5j. M. f. haustus, ter die sum. In irritable Cough, with weakness , — Dr. H. Jones. 779 9 Atropiae, V- ik- Inf. Valerianae, ^iss. M. f. haustus, ter die sum. Nor Drowsiness in the daytime , — Dr. H. Jones. 780 9 Atropiae, gr. ij. Sp. rectificati, f 5j. Aquae destil. f 5 vij. Fiat solutio. One drop to be applied to the inner surface of the lower eyelid. To Dilate the Fupil , — Mr. W. W. Cooper. THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 129 781 5® Atropise, gr. v. Adipis prsep. 5iij. Otto Rosae, ty\J. Fiat utiguentum. In Neuralgia, — Dr. W. P, Beookes. 783 9» Atropite Sulph. gr. iv. Morphise Sulph. gr. viij. Aquae Rosse 5ss. Glycerini, M. et fiat linimentum. Sedative Application, — Dr. Tilt, 783 9> Atropise Sulph. gr. iv. Sp.Rectif.f5ss. Aquae destil. ad. 5iv. Misce ut fiat lotio. (To be applied on lint, covered with oilskin or parydor.) In painful affections of the Breast or Abdomen of Women, • Dr. Tilt. 784 Atropiae Sulph. gr. iv. Aquae, 5j. Fiat colly rium. Instil a dozen drops during the day. Purge with calomel, Jn Bhlyctenular Ophthalmia, — Dr, H, R. SwAKZY, BENZOINUM. ACIDUM BENZOICUM, &c. Benzoin is the balsamic resin of Styrax Benzoin (Nat. Ord. Styracece), It is stimulant to the mucous membranes, ex- pectorant, and styptic. Its vapour is deodorant and anti- septic. The acid obtained from it by sublimation (Acidum Benzoicum), 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 be- coming rancid. Its vapours are supposed to be useful in hooping-cough. It is an ingredient in cosmetic washes ; in balsamic tinctures as applied to wounds; in aromatic or fumigating pastilles, and in court or black sticking plaster. 9 , 130 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. Dose of Benzoinum, 10 to 30 grains. Acidum Benzoicum, 5 to 15 grains. Tinctura Benzoini comp., i to 1 drachm. This is known as Friar’s Balsam. Adeps Benzoatus. *TJnguentum Benzoini (U. S.) *Tinctura (Benzoin 1, Eectified Sp. 10, dissolve and strain). ^Lotio (Tinct. Benzoini 1, Bose Water 40) as a cooling application to the face. 785 9 , Tinct. Benzoini co. f. 3ss. Acaciae pulv. 5ss. Tragacanthse pulv, 5j. Aquae Cinnamomi, f 3j Aquae, f 5iiss. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat partem quartamter die. [In Chronio Bronchitis,— Dv. Hooper. 786 Tinct. Benzoini co. Acidi Sulph. dil. ana f 5ss. M. sumat min. xxx, cum saccharo. To allay Vomiting, — Dr. E. H. Clark. 787 Benzoini pulv. 5j. Ammoniaci pulv. Myrrhae ana 5iss. Ext. Gentianae, 3ij. Terebinth. Venet. 5iss. Bhei pulv. q. s. Fiat massa, et div. in pilulas gr. iv. Two pills twice a day. In Hypochondriasis i Habitual Constipation^ S^c, Dr. Copland. 788 Acidi Benzoici, gr. xij. Ext. Papaveris, gr. xviij. Fiant pilulae vj. Sumat unam pro dosi. Expectorant , — Dr. Paris. 789 Acidi Benzoici, 5ij. Mannae, q. s. Fiant pil. xl, quarum sumat ij bis in die. In Enuresis Nocturna , — Dr. J. Delcoue. 790 9» Acidi Benzoici, 3ij. Fiat pulvis quater in die sumendus. In Alkaline TJrine^ with deposition of Bhosphates, Dr. Garrod. THE BOOK OF PEESCBIPTIONS, 131 791 9> Acidi Benzoici, gr. xviij. Saccliari albi, 5j. 01. Anisi, Misce, et div. in pidv. vj. Sumat j secunda quaque liord. IJxpectorantf in Chronic Bronchitisy — Niel. 793 Acidi Benzoici, 3ij. Bals. Tolu. 9j. Tinct. Tolu. q. e. Fiat raassa, in pilulas xij dividenda. Sumat unam bis die, In Chronic BronchitiSy (fc» 793 ^ Acidi Benzoici, gr. vj. Campborae, gr. ij. Saccliari albi, 9j. Fiat pulvis. Dispensantur tales doses tres. Capiat seger alters quaque lioiA unum. Dr. Copland. 794 Acidi Benzoici, gr. ss. Pastae Bibis rubri (red currant paste), gr. x, M. fiat trocliiscus. One every hour or two. ’ In Hoarseness from WeaJcness of Larynx, Dr. M. Mackenzie. 795 9 , Acidi Benzoici, gr. ix. Decocti Pareirae, f 5iss. Morphiae Acet. gr. f. Fiat haustus, bis die sumendus. [Inf. Uvae Ursi may be substituted for Dec. Pareirae when the urine is plentiful; Inf. Chimaphilae when the kidneys require .stimulating; and Inf. Buchu when the skin also is inactive.] In Mucous TIriney with copious deposit of Bhosyhates, Dr. Golding Bikd. 796 9 Acidi Benzoici, 5ss. Acaciae pulv. Tere simul, et adde Syr. Amygdalae, 3ij- (Ph. U. S.) Misce : fiat linctus. A spoonful every two hours, shaking the bottle. Expectorant , — Berends. 797 9 Acidi Benzoici, Ammon. Garb, ana 3j. Aquae ferventis, f 3 vbs. Solve, et adde Syr. simpl. f 5iv. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f 5iss. Misce : sumat cochl. ampla ter in die. In Uric Gravel . — Dr. Golding Bied. 132 THE BOOK OP PKESCBIPTIONS. 798 p, Sodse Garb. 51 SS. Acidi Benzoici, 3ij. Sodse Phosphatis, 5iij. Aqu 0 e ferventis, f 5iv. Aquae Cinnamomi, f gviiiss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f 5iv. Fiat mistura : sumat aeger cochl. ij ter in die. In Uric Gravel,— J)i\ GoLDINGt BIRD. 799 Benzoini contusi, Styracis cent, ana 3j. M. To be thrown on hot cinders in the patient’s room. In Kooning -cough, 800 5“ Acidi Benzoici, gr. x. Acidi Tannici, gr. xv. Collodion, 5iv. Acidi Carbolici, gr. xxv. Fiat lotio. To be applied to affected parts. In Ulceration of Cervioe Uteri, — Dr. Lombe Atthill. 801 Tinct. Benzoini co ad 5ij. To be added to a pint of water at 150° F., and inhaled for five or eight minutes every four or six hours from a suitable inhaler.*’ In Acute Congestion of the Fharynx and larynx. Dr. Morell Mackenzie. [Blotting-paper, soaked in a solution of nitre and dried, and af tervi^ards brushed over with Tinct. Benzoini comp, and dried, is also burned for the relief of Cough, Hoarseness, and Hooping-cough.] ^BERBERIS. Barberry Baric and Fruit, The Baric of the root of the common Barberry (Berheris vulgariSy Nat. Ord. Berheridacece) is tonic and deobstruent, and is chiefly used as a remedy for jaundice and dysentery. The dose of Infusum Berheridis 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. Berheriney the active principle of the bark, is tonic, and *■ The most suitable inhaler is the Eclectic Inhaler manufactured by Messrs. Maw, Son, and Thompson, for Messrs. Bullock and Reynolds, 3, Hanover Street, Hanover Square, W. THE BOOK OF PKESCEIPTIOKS. 133 in large doses laxative. It has been found useful in dyspepsia with functional derangement of the liver ; and in convales- cence from typhus, cholera, &c. Dose, 4 to 10 grains ; larger doses act as a purgative. 802 Inf- Berberidis, Sodse Garb. 3j. Tiiict. Calumbse, f 5ij. Misce : sumat coclil. ij bis terve in die. In Jaundice, — Dr. Copland. 803 Berberinse, 3ss. Ext. Antliemidis, 3j. Misce, et div. in pil. xij. Sumat unam bis terve in die. In Indigestioiiy 804 Syr. Berberidis Succi, Jiss. Aquije, Oiss. Misce. As a common drink. In Fevers, BISMUTHUM. Preparations of Bismuth, Bismuthi Suhnitras, Subnitrate of Bismuth, is tonic, anti- spasmodic, and sedative, with a special efficacy in painful affections of the stomach. It is given in gastralgia, cardi- algia, pyrosis, and in chronic vomiting, whether functional or due to gastric ulceration. It is recommended in the diarrhoea of typhus fever and consumption. Externally, it is used as a sedative application in some skin affections, and as an injection in gleet and leucorrhoea. Bismuthi Carhonas is similar to the suhnitrate. Dose, 5 to 20 grains. Bismuthi Oxidum consists of the suhnitrate with solution of soda. Dose, 5 to 15 grains. Dose of Bismuthi Suhnitras, 5 to 15 grains in pill or mucilage. Liquor Bismuthi et Ammonice Citratis, ^ to 1 drachm. Trochisci Bismuthi, 2 upwards. *JJnguentum Bismuthi (Bismuth. Subnit. 1, Adeps pi’ 00 p. 4). * Bismuthi Tannas, 10 to 20 grains. Valerianus, i to 2 grains in pill. 134 THE BOOK OE PEESCEIPTIONg. 805 5® Bisrauthi Subnit. gr. v. Pulv. Tragac. co. 3ss. I’iat pulvis, ter die sumendus. [The dose of bismuth to be gradually increased to eight or ten grains,] In Gainful Affections of the Stomach. — Dr. Yeats. 806 9> Bismuthi Subnit. 5ij. Mucil. Acaciae, q. s. Eiant pil. xxxvj. Suraat unam secundis horis. In Gastrodynia, — Dr. Joy. 807 Bismuthi Subnit. Acaciae pulv. Sodae Bicarb, ana gr. iv. Fiat pulvis, ter die sumendus. In Irritative Dyspepsia. — Dr. G. Died. 808 5® Bismuthi Subnit. gr, xij. Ipecacuanhae pulv. gr. ij. Magnes. Garb. 5ij. Misce, et div. in p. xij aequales. Sumat j ter quaterve in die. In Rheumatic Gastrodynia. — CiAETJS. 809 9> Bismuthi Subnit. gr. viij. Digitalis fol. pulv. gr. viij. Testae praep. 9iv. Misce, et divide in pulv. viij aequales. Sumat j bis terve in die. In Kooping -cough. — Radius. 810 5® Bismuthi Subnit. Ext. Nucis Vom. ana gr. ss. Magnes. Garb. gr. iij. Sacchari albi, gr. xv. 01. Menthae piper, nqiij. M. Fiat pulvis. Eentur tales doses No. xij, Sumat j tertia quaque hord. In Spasms of the Stomgch. — VoGT. 811 9* Bismutlii Subnit. gr. xlviij. Ext. Belladonnae, gr. vj. 01. Menthae pip. ivj_ xij. Mucil. Acaciae, q. s. Fiant pil. xij. Sumat unam quarta vel sexta hora. In Gastralgia, toith Pyrosis. 813 5® Bismuthi Subnit. 5j. Gonf. Gatechu, 5ij. Fiant pilulae xxxvj. Gapiat unam omni hora. In Choleriform Diarrhoea. — Detilliees. THE BOOK OP PKESCRIPTIONS. 135 813 Bismuthi Subnit. gr. viij. Opii Piilv. gr. j. Sacchari albi, 3ij. MiscG; et div. in pulv, iv. One every two hours. In Cholera,— 811 5b Bismuthi Subnit. 5iiss. Ext. Belladonnse, gr. xv. Misce, et div in pil. xl. Sumat ij mane nocteque. In Gastralgia,—CklZ'ERaV'E, 815 5^ Bismuthi Subnit. gr. viij. Mucil. Acacise, f 5ij. Mist. Amygdalae, f 5j. Misce : fiat haustus. Dr. Paris. 816 9* Bismuthi Subnit. gr. vj. Magnes. Garb. gr. x. Pulv. Acaciae, gr. xx. M. (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 l-16th gr. of hydrochlorate of morphia in a tablespoonful of water.) In Pyrosis, — Dr. Graves. 817 5» Bismuthi Subnit. Magnes. Garb, ana 5ij. Acidi Hydrocyanici dil. i>\xxiv. Aquae, ad f 3vj. Sumat 3 j bis quotidie. Dr. W. Budd. 818 5“ Bismuthi Subnit. Magnes. Garb, ana Oss. Mucil. Acaciae, f 5iss. Tere, et adde Aquae fior. Aurautii, f 5iiss. Sp. Ammon. Arom. f 5j. ‘ Aquae, f 5x. Syr. Tolu, f 5ss. Fiat haustus statim sumendus, et post lioras tres repetendus. In Oastrodynia, with Flatulence. — Dr. Copland. 819 Bismuthi Subnit. Rhei Pulv. Pulv. Gretac Aromat. ana Oij. Aquae Menthae pip. f Fiat mistura : sumatur pars quarta bis die. In Habitual Constipation and Flatulence . — Dr. Druitt. 136 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 830 9, Bisimitlii Subnit. 5j. Magnes. Garb. 3ss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f 5iij. Inf. Khei, f ^viiss. Misce : sumat ter quaterve in die. In Atony of the Stomach with Irritahility. Dr. W. Steange. 831 Bismutbi Subnit. 5ij. Quin. Sulpli. 3SS. 01. MentliEB pip. n\xx. Misce : fiant pil. xxxvj. Sumat ij vel iij mane, meridie, et node. In Functional Atonic Fys^peysia, — Dr. Bakboue (St. Louis). 833 9, Bismutbi Subnit. 5ij Morpliise Acet. gr. iij. Syrupi, q. s. Fiant pil. Ixx. Sumat ij vel iij mane, meridie, et node. In Mucous Gastritis {Organic Indigestion), — Dr. Baeboue. 833 Bismutbi Subnit. gr. x. Argent Nit. gr. i — ij. Misce. To be given at once on an empty stomach before breakfast. In Chronic Gastric Catarrh , — Niemeyee. 834 Bismutbi Subnit. gr. V. Mucil. Acaci^e, f3j. Aquae, f3j. Misce. To be taken tliree times a day. In Convalescence of Typhoid Fever, — Dr. James Andeew. 8-35 9* Bismutbi Garb. gr. x. Acidi Gallici, gr. x. Tinct. Gampb. co. 53s. Pulv. Tragacontb. co. gr. x. Sp. Gbloroformi, t>\x. Inf. Aurantii, ana ^iss. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Subinvolution of the Uterus ivith Mcemorrhage. Dr. K. Gebenhalgit. 836 9 Biq. Bismutbi et Ammon. Gitrat. 33s. Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. lYj^xxiv. Sodae Bicarb. 5j. Tinct. Lavand. co. 5iij. Aquae, f ^vj. Fiat mistura. Gap. cocbl. maj. ij bis die. In Nausea of Uterine Irritation, — Dr. Tylee Smith. THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 137 827 Bismuth. Subnit. 5ss. Sp. Lavand. 5iij. Glycerini, ^ss. Aquae Flor. Sambuci, Fiat lotio. In Hczema. — Mr. J. L. Miltok. 828 Bismuthi Subnit. gr. x. Mist. Amygdalae, 5j. Aquae Bosae, ad 3j* Fiat injectio. In Gonorrhoea . — Mr. W. S. Savoey. 829 Bismuthi Subnit. 5j. Adipis praep. 5vij Misce : fiat unguentum. In 'Excoriations, Irritable Sores ^ ^c , — Mr. Beande. ^BISTORTA. Snakeweed, The root of Bistort {lolygonum Bistorta, Nat. Ord. P 0 I 4 /- gonacece) is astringent. It is used in mucous discharges, passive haemorrhages, and as a gargle and injection. Dose, in powder, 15 to 30 grains. Eecoctum Bistortce, a wineglassful. 830 9> Decocti Bistortae, f 5vj. Becocti Papaveris, t ' Acidi Tannici, gr. xviij. Misce : fiat liquor, cujus quantum satis quater de die, ope sipbunculi eburnei, in vaginam iiijiciatur. In Chronic Leucorrhoea, — Dr. Neligak. 831 5b Rad. Bistortae, Cort. fr. Graniti, ana 3iiss. Aquae ferventis, Oss. Infunde, cola, et adde Vini Opii, n\v. Fiat enema. In Chronic Eiarrhoea. — M. Bouchaedat. BORAX. ACIDUM BORACICUM. Borax (Sodae Bihoras) is refrigerant, diuretic, antilithic, and emmenagogue. It acts as a mild antacid on the alimentary canal, and renders the fluids alkaline ; it produces contrac- tion of the uterus, hence should be used with caution during pregnancy. Externally, it is sedative to mucous membranes. It is used in aphthous affections of the mouth and throat ; 138 THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. in mercurial salivation ; in skin diseases ; for sore nipples ; in irritable conditions of the vagina and uterus, &c. Boracic Acid was formerly prescribed as a sedative. Dose of Sodce Biboras (Borax), 5 to 30 grains. Glycerimm Boracis, ^ to drms. Mel. (applied externally). ^Tinct. Myrrlioe et Boracis (Myrrh 1, Eau de Cologne 16, Borax 1, Water 3, Syrup 3), for teeth and gums. ^JJnguenium, Boracis (Borax 1, simple ointment 8). 833 Boracis, gr. xv. Myrrhse, gr. xij. Croci pulv. gr. iij. 01. Caryophyiii, ir^j. Fiat pulvis, semel vel bis die sumendus. JEmmenagogue . — Dr. T. Fullee. 833 Boracis, Oij. Capsici pulv. 3j. Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, 5j. 01. Sabinse, q. s. Fiant pil. xxx, quarum capiat binas ter die. In Chlorosis. — Dr. Copland. 834 Boracis, 3ij. Sulph. prEecip. 3j. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. Fiant pil. xxiv, quarum capiat tres ter quotidie. In Chlorosis, icith Chronic Brujgtions. — Dr. Copland. 835 Boracis pulv. gr. xxx. Decocti Pareirse, f ^xij. Fiat mistura, de qua sumatur cyathus vinarius sextis horis. In Mucous Discharges from the Bladder, tvith Acid Urine. Dr. Nelioan. 836 Decocti Aloes co. f 3j. Boracis, Oj. Tinct. Aloes co. f 5j. Tinct. Castorei, f5j. Tinct. Croci, f 5ss. Aquae Cinnamomi, fsg. Fiat haustus omni nocte sumendus. Bmmenagogue. — Dr. Copland. 837 Boracis, 3j. Aq. Amygdalae amarae, 3j. Aq. Melissae (vel Menthae), Fiat mistura. The whole to be taken by spoonfuls in the course of the day. In Dgsmenorrhoea . — PiTSCnAET. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 139 838 839 840 841 842 843 844 845 Potass. Tart. Acid., 3ij. Boracis, 3j. Aq. Pceniculi, §viij. Sp. Juniperi co. Sp. iEtheris Nitr. ana f 3iij. Syr. Papaveris, f3ss. Fiat mistura. As a Diuretic in Dropsies, — Dr. Copland. Boracis, 5j. Sodse Bicarb. 3ss. Potass. Nitrat. 3ss. Misce, et div. in pulv. vj. Sumatur unus ter die cum cyatlio aquse. In Lithic Deposits, — Dr. Detiitt. Inf. Lini co. f 3 iss. Boracis, 9 j. Sp. ^theris Nit. f 3ss. Syr. Papaveris, Syr. Aurantii, ana 3ss. M. Fiat haustus tertiis vel quartis lioris capiendus. In Acne, icith Dysmenorrhoea, — Dr. Copland. Boracis, 3j. Potass. Tart. Acid., 3 ss. Saccliari albi, 3ij. Aquse, Oj. Fiat mistura. Capiat f 3 ij sextis lioris. In Erythema Nodosum, — Dr. Nelioan. 9 > Acidi Boracici, 3j. Aquse Camplioree, 3 iv. Syr. Aurantii, 3j. Misce : capiat cochl. ij secunda vel tertia quaque bora. In Cerebral Affections, — Ciiadssiee. Boracis, 5j. Aquse Rosse, Aquse fl. Aurantii, ana 3iij. Fiat lotio cosmctica. In Frecldes, Tan, 8 fc, — Hueeland, Boracis, 3j ad ij. Aquse, Oj. Fiat lotio. To be applied by means of lint, frequently renewed night and day. To Gangrenous Buboes, — Dr. Eefenbeegee. Boracis, 333. Aquse Sarubiici, f ^xiss. Sp. Rosmarini, 3ss. Fiat lotio. To allay Itching in Boseola, — Dr. KeLIGAN. 140 846 847 848 849 850 851 852 853 854 855 THE BOOK OP PKESCBIPTIONS. 9 > Boracis, 5 ss. Aquse Rosee, Morphise Sulph. gr. vj. Misce, flat lotio. In Pruritus Vulvce. — Dr. Meigs. Boracis, Aquse, f^uj. Sp. rectificati, f 3 SS. Piat lotio. Sir A. Cooper. 9> Boracis, 5j. Aceti destil. f 3ij. Piat lotio. In Ringworm of the Scal;p. — Dr. Abercrombie. 9< Boracis, 5ij. Cretse prajp. 3.j- AqufB Rosse, f3iij. Sp. Vini, f 3iij- Plat lotio. To Sore Ni;pples. — Dr. JOHNSON. Boracis, 5ss. Aquse Rosae, f 3viij. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. f 5ij. Piat lotio. In Lichen Agrius, — Dr. Neligan. 9> Sodse Biboratis, gr. x. Glycerinij-siss. Aquse Rosse, ^iiss. Piat lotio. For removing Scurf, * 9 . Boracis, 5j. Aquae Rosae, f 3iv. Tinct. Opii, 5ss. Piat collyrium. In Photo^holia, — Fricke. 9> Boracis, gr. xvj. Aquae Lauro-cerasi, 3j* Mucil. Cydonii, 5 j. M. fiat collyrium. One or two drops to be applied to the eye. In latter stage of Ojghthalmia , — SiCHEL. Mellis Boracis, 3j. Tinct. Myrrliae, 5 j. Mellis despum. 5 vij. MisO€. In Ajghthce, — Mr. Brande. Boracis, 5 SS. Mellis Rcsae, Aquae, f 5viss. Piat gnrgarisma. Dr. Hooper. 141 / THE BOOK OF PEESCBIPTIDNS. 856 Boracis, 5ij. Aquae Eosae, f 5vij. Mellis despumati, Tinct. Myrrhae, ana f 5ss. Misce ; fiat collutorium vel gargarisma. In Mercurial Salivation, — Mr. Bhakde. 857 9> Boracis, 5j. Ung. Rosati (vel Sambuci albi), Fiat ungueutum. In CUlhlainSi Sfc, — Hufeland. BROMUM. POTASSII BROMIDUM. Bromine, and Bromide of Potassium, Bromine is a non-metallic element found in sea- water and certain saline springs. It is very analogous to Iodine in its medical properties. It is rarely given internally. Its vapour is powerfully irritating and the odour very offensive. Externally, it has been employed as a caustic in cancer of the womb. It is largely used in the form of Bromide of Potassium and Bromide of Ammonium. Bromide of Potassium is alterative, soporific, antispas- modic, anaphrodisiac, anaesthetic. It is used as an absorbent in chronic glandular enlargements, as bronchocele, scrofulous swellings, enlargements of the liver and spleen \ in skin affections connected with syphilis ; in diseases of the nervous system, as mania, &c. ; in some forms of sleeplessness ; in convulsive nervous disorders, as chorea, hysteria, laryn- gismus stridulus, spasmodic asthma, hooping-cough ; in nymphomania and priapism ; in diseases of the throat and larynx. It is considered to he a specific in epilepsy and in- valuable in syphilis. Dose, 5 to 30 grains. 858 9> Bromi (pond.) 5j. Aquae destil. 5v. Agita simul ut fiat solutio. Bose, from three to six drops, in sugared water. M. POUECHE. 859 9> Bromidi Potass, gr. vj ad viij. Aquae Lactucae (vel destill.), 3iij. Syr. Althaeae, 5j. Misce. To be taken by spoonfuls in twenty-four hours. Magendie. 142 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 860 Potass. Bromidi, 3j. Aqiife fl. Aiu’antii, Syr. Aurantii, 5ss. M. Fiat mistura cujus capiat partem quartam sexta quaque lior&. In Chronic Enlargement of the Sjpleen and Liver, Dr. Neligan, 861 9 , Potass. Bromidi, gr. iij. Aquse Camphorse, Misce : fiat haustus ter die adliibendus. In LLyjgertro^hy of the Sjfleen, — Dr. WILLIAMS. 862 9 , Potass. Bromidi, 5 ss. Bromi. rrtviij. Adipis prsep. 5j. Fiat unguentiim. In Glandular Enlargements. 863 9 Potass. Bromidi, gr. xl. Decoct. Taraxaci, 5 j. Tmct. Chloroform, co. Jij* Inf. Aurantii, ad 5vj. M. sum. quartam partem bis die. In Eysmenorrhoea. — Dr. Geeenhalgh. 864 9 Potass. Bromidi, 5 iij. Ammon. Phosphatis, 5 ij. Tinct. Gentian, co. sij. Aquse Cayophylli, ad 5 vj. M. sum. cocli. j amplum bis die ex aqua. In Eysuria, — Dr. Qua in. 865 9 Potass. Bromidi, 5.1- Vini Ferri, ^iv. Misce. A teaspoonful three times a day. In SicJc Seadache. — Peters. 866 9 Potass. Bromidi, gr. iij. Parrish’s Chemical Food, 5 j. Tinct. Digitalis, -n\x. Aquae, Fiat haustus. To be repeated three times a day. In Bronchocele. — Dr. F. P. Atkinson. 867 9 Potass. Bromidi, gr. xx. Tinct. Digitalis, Tq_xx. Aquae, 5 j. Fiat haustus. To be repeated three times a day. In Gonorrhoea, acute stage.^'K, Damoueetti. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 143 868 Potass. Bromidi, gr. xxv. Tinct. Hyoscyami, ^ss. Sp. Cliloroformi, nix. Aquse, ad 3iss. Fiat liaustus. Statim sumend. Ag a Soporiflc>—Dv. Tyler Smith. 869 Potass. Bromid. ^ij. Tinct. Culumbsc, 5iij. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5ij. Aquae Cinnamomi, 3iij. Aquae ad ^viij. Fiat mistura. Cap. cyatli. bis in die. In Nervous 'Exhaustion * — Mr. John Lawrence. 870 Potass. Bromidi, gr. v. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5ss. Potass. Citrat. Eiferves. 3j- Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Nervous or Sicic Eeadache * — Dr. P. W. Latham. 871 5° Potass. Bromid. Potass. Clilorat. Ammon. Chloridi, aa 5iss. Syr. Tolutani, Misce. A teaspoonful every two or three hours. In Phthisis , — ^ 873 9> Potass. Bromid. 5yj. ' Aquae destil. 3v. Misce. Three teaspoonfuls before dinner, and four at bedtime, with a little wine and water. In Insomnia , — Dr. Brown-Seqijard. 873 Potass. Bromidi, gr. x. Tinct. Belladonnae, u\x. • Ext. Ergot Liquidi, n^xx. Inf. Rhei. 5ss. Tinct. Gentianae, rqxxx. Sodae Bicarb, gr. x. Sp. Chloroform. t>\x. Aquae Menth. pip. ad Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Chronic Metritis , — Dr. R. Greenhalgh. 874 9 . Potass. Bromidi, 5j. Potass. Bicarb, gr. xij. Sp. Chioroformi, t>\x1. Syr. Papaveris, 5ss. Aquae, Ihj* Misce. A dessert spoonful every six hours for a child of two years. In Hooping-Cough , — Dr. J. Macrobin. 144 THE BOOK OE PRESCRIPTIONS. 875 Potass. Bromid. 5ij. Liq. lodi. Jij. Aquae ad ^iv. Misce. Use with a spray injector. In Croup, — Dr. Coates (U.S.). 876 1 ^ Potass. Bromidi, Bromi, aa gr. iv. Aquae, Kat inhalatio. In Croup, — Schultz. *BRU CIA . JBrucine, This vegetable alkaloid is analogous to strychnia in its effects, but is much less powerful. It is derived from the same source, the seeds of Strychnos Nux Vomica (Nat. Ord. Logoniacece), Dose of Brucine, one third or half a grain, gradually in- creased to li grain, or till some effect is produced. 877 5> Brucise purse, gr. xij. Conf. Bosse, ^ss. Misce exacte, ut fiant pil. xxiv sequales. Sumat pil. j ad iv. In Paralysis and Lead Colic , — Magendie. 878 9> Aquse destil. 5iv. Brucise purif. gr. v. Sacchari albi, 5ij. Misce. A spoonful morning and evening. *BRYONY. The root of the Common Black Bryony (Tamus Communis, Nat. Ord. Pioscoreacecs) is diuretic, cathartic, and emetic. It is a popular remedy amongst country folks in the form of infusion. Externally, it is applied as poultice to bruised pqrts to remove any marks. BUCHU. The dried leaves of Buchu [Barosma serratif olia, betulina, crenulata, Nat. Ord. Putace(2\ are aromatic, stimulant, diuretic, diaphoretic, and antispasmodic. Buchu has a THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIOKS. 145 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. Externally, the Tincture of Buchu has been used to relieve local pains; and the powdered leaves are used by the Hottentots as a vulnerary. Dose of Pulvis Bncku, 20 to 40 grains. Thictura 1 to 2 drachms. hifusum 1 to 2 ounces. 879 liof Buchu, f 3viss. Pulv. Tragac. co, 3ij. Tinct. Buchu, f ^ss. Misce. In Rheumatism, Affections of the Mucous Surfaces, <^c. Dr. Copland. 880 5^ Liq. Potassse, f 5ij. Inf. Buchu, Misce : capiat cochl. iij ter die. In Red Gravel cmd Raudty of Urine, — Dr. R, RlsPCB* 881 Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f 5ss. Inf. Buchu, f 3xj. Fiat haustus, bis die sumendus. In Mucous Urine, with Irritation of Bladder and KidUefs* Dr. GoLDiNa Bird. 882 9 . Inf. Buchu, f ^xv. Potass. Bicarb. 5iss. Potass. Kitrat. 3jg. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3iij. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat cyathum vinarium ter quotidie. In Dysjpe^psia with Acidity, — Sir James ErREi 883 9 Inf . Buchu, f 3vij. Sp. iEtheris Nit. f 3iv. Liq. Potassse, f 5ij. Tinct. Scillae, f 5iij. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. sumat tria ter die; \In Dropsical Affections, — Dr. R. Reece. 884 9 Inf. Buchu, f 3v. Pulv. Tragac. 3ss. Tinct. Buchu, f 5iij, Tinct. Digitalis, rqxxxv. Ext. Conii, gr. xxvj. Syr. Tolu, f 3ss. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. ij larga ter quaterve die. In Chronic Bronchitis^ with Tubercles, — Dr. Copland. 10 146 THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIO jfS. 885 I'ol- Biicliu, 5ij, Pol. Uvae Ursi, 51'j. Aquse ferventis, f ^vj. Macera per lioras duas : cola, et adde Liq. Potassse, f 5j. , Tinct. Cinnamomi, Tinct. Hyoscyami, ana f5iij. Misce : siimat coclil. duo ter die. In Chronic Cystitis . — Dr. DepitT. 886 5° Iiif- Bucliu, 5vij. Tinct. Buclm, Sp. Juniperi co., ana £533. Misce. Dose, two tablespoonfuls. Diuretic . — Dr. Hoopee. 88? Inf. Bucliu, f^'^ij- Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f 3iiss. Ext. Sarsse liq. f5iv. Piat mistura : sumat coclil. ij anipla ter in die. In Irritable Bladdery with Acid Urine . — Mr. COXJLSON. 888 9. Inf. Buchu,f3vij. Tinct. Bucliu, Tinct. Cubebse, ana f 3iv. Misce : sumat cochl. ij anipla ter die. In Chronic Diseases of the Bladder, Kidneys, and Prostate. Dr. Joy. 889 9 IiJ- BucliUj ad 3j. Acidi Nitrici dil. n\xv. Liq. Morpliise Hydroclilor. nviv. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Irritable Bladderi — Dr. R. Gbeenhaloh. 893 9 Inf. Bucliu, f3vss. Bals, Copaibie, f 3ss. Liq. Potassee, f5ss. Misce : sumat 3j ter die. In Chronic Inflammation of the Bladder. Dr. R. L. M‘DomEL; CADINUM OLEUM, Oil of Cade, Is a more elegant prodncti6n than common Tar, which It resembles in its medicinal properties. It is prepared chiefly THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 14? at Aix la Cliapelle, by the dry distillation of the wood of Juniperus Oxycedrus. It is principally used in veterinary medicine. 891 Vo 01. Cadini, Saponis mollis, Sp. rectif. aa 3j. Oi. Lavandulae, 5iss. Misce. (Rub a little firmly over the eruption night and morning, and wash it off before each reapplication.) In 'Eczema, — Dr. Anderson. CADMIUM. Preparations of Cadmium, Cadmii lodidum (Iodide of Cadmium) is not given in- ternally. Externally, in the form of ointment {JInguentum Cadmii lodidi), it is a mild stimulant, alterative, and re- solvent, and has been applied to enlarged scrofulous joints, &c. It is preferable to Iodide of Lead, as it does not stain the skin. * Cadmii Sulphas (Sulphate of Cadmium) is an emetic in large doses. It is said to be an antisyphilitic remedy. Ex- ternally it is astringent and irritant, and may be employed for the same purposes as Sulphate of Zinc. Its action is, however, much more powerful. Dose, 1 to 2 grains. 893 Cadmii Sulphat. gr. vj. Sacchari albi, 5ss. Misce, et div. in pulv. xij. Sumat j ter die. 693 5® Cadmii Sulphatis, gr. iij. Aqu 0 e destil. 5j. To be dropped into the eye once or twice daily. To remove Specks in the Cornea,^l^QY£, 894 9> Cadmii Sulphat. gr. ij. Tinct. Opii, Aquse destil. ana 5j. M. A few drops to be instilled into the eye three or four times a day. For the same purpose , — Kust. 895 Cadmii Sulphatis, gr. ij. Axungise, 5j. Misce : fiat unguentum ophthalmicum. For the same, — Radius. 14 ^ (THi) £o6k OF fRESCMPTlOlif^* CAJUPUTI OLEUM. The volatile oil of Melaleuca minor (Nat. Ord. Myrtacem) is a diffusible stimulant, carminative, antispasmodic, and sudorific. It is given in hj^steria, cholera, fiatulent colic, spasms of the stomach, chronic rheumatism, low fevers, &c. l^xternally, it is an ingredient in stimulating and anodyne liniments. Dose of Oleum Cajuputl, 1 to 3 minims. Spirilus 50 to 100 minims. 896 01. Cajuputi, 5j. Mucil, Acacise, f 3SS. Aquae, f^vss. Fiat mistura, cujus sit dosis cochleare amplum. Carminative.'—SWEDIAVU. 897 01. Cajuputi, i>\iij* Sacchari albi, 3ss. Tere simul, et adde Inf. Calumbce, f 5ix. Tinct. Calumbae, f 3j. Misce : flat liaiistus. Dr. Paeis. 898 01. Cajuputi, n\xv. Mucil. Tragacantli. 5j. Tere simul, et adde Inf. Caryopliylli, f^iss. Tinct. Ammoniae co. n\vj. Misce: fiat liaustus. In hysterical and Nervous Affections. — Dr. Neligan. 899 9> Inf. Caryopliylli, f^iss. Sp. Pimentae, Sp. Eosmarini, ana f 5ss. Tinct. Opii, iy^xx. 01. Cajuputi, Ti\x. Misce : fiat liaustus. Antispasmodic . — Dr. Copland. 900 01. Cajuputi, npv. SacCliari albi, gr. x. Tere sirtiUl, et adde Decoct. Aloes co. f 3ix. Tinct. Jalapae, f 5j. Fiat liaustus. Laxative and Carminative . — Dr. PaeiS. 901 5® 01. Cajuputi, n\v. Mag. Garb. Levis, gr. ij. In Colict Spasms, <^c , — Dr, MoEELL Mackenzie. THE BOOK OP PBESCRIPTIONH, 149 003 G03 901 01, Cajuputi, 01. Caryophylli, &a ^ss. Lin. Saponis, 3 j. Lin. Belladonnae, ^iss. Fiat liniraentuni. To be rubbed between the scapulce. In Soojping-cougJi.-^Jyv. J. MACBOBIN, 5° 01. Cajuputi, Tr\,iv. Sp. jFtlieris Nit. 3ij. Inf, Anthemidis, Oss. Fiat enema. In Colic, 9> 01. B-icini, f 5). 01. Olivsp, f 5ivss. 01. Cajuputi, f 5 ss. Misce : fiat linimentum. To be rubbed on the chest twice a day. In Phthisis , — Pr, C. J. B. Williams. 005 906 5= Lin. Camphorae co. Lin. Saponis, 01. Cajuputi, ana Jj. Fiat liniraentum stimulans. Mr. Bbande. 9> Camphorae, 5j. 01. Cajuputi, 5ij. iFtheris, 3j. Misce: fiat liniraentum. Toetual. =»^CALAMUS. Sweet Flag, The root of Acorus Calamus (Nat. Ord. Acoracece) is an aromatic stimulant and stomachic. It lias 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. The volatile oil is used in the prepa- ration of aromatic vinegar. Locally, it is used in stimulat- ing baths and lotions. Dose of Pulvis Calami, 15 to 40 grains. Infusum 1 to 2 ounces {Calamus 2 ounces, Spirit 12 fiuid ounces). Tinctura 1 to 2 drachms (Calamus 1 ounce. Water 1 pint). 907 9) Inf. Acori Calami, Acacise pulv. 5j. Sacchari albi, 3iij. Misce. A teaspoonful every two hours. [For children ] In Dyspepsia, and Asthenic Diafrhoda^^'mJ^x, 150 908 THIS BOOK OP PBESCRIPTIONS, 9 . Inf. Acori Calami, ^ias* Quin. Sulph. gr. ij. Tinct. Cinnamomi, f 5j. Piat haustus sexta quaque liora snniendus. In Flatulent Dyspe]psia,'-~-'M.r, Beande, CALX. Preparations of Lime, Calx, Oxide of Calcium or Quick Lime, is employed to prepare slaked lime. Calcis Hydras^ Slake Lime, is not administered in tlie solid state. The following are its preparations : — Liquor Calcis, Lime Water, is astringent, antacid, and alterative. It is given in diarrhoea, vomiting, heartburn, and other irritations of the stomach and bowels from acidity ; rachitis, and some calculous affections. 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 w^hen the stomach could not otherwise bear it. Milk is also added to lime water to render it less unpalatable. Dose, 1 to 2 ounces. Fxternally, lime is caustic and desiccative. Diluted it is applied to ringworm of the scalp and other cutaneous affections; to foul ulcers; and as an injection in leucorrhoea. Liquor Calcis Saccharatus contains twelve times as much lime as simple lime water. Dose, 15 to 60 minims in milk. Linimentum Calcis, or Carron Oil, is a common application to recent burns. Lime is sometimes used in the form of ointment. 909 9 biq- Calcis, Lactis recentis, aa 5 X. To be taken daily. Misce. In Pyelitis. — Oppolzee. 910 9 biq. Calcis, bactis recentis, ana 3iv. Give a tablespoonful at .intervals of half an hour, an hour, or two hours. To allay Nausea and Vomiting. — Dr. Wood. 911 9 biq. Potassse, f5ij. Liq. Calcis, 3 vj. Misce ; siimat cochb ij ampla infestante acidhate, e jusculi tenuis poculo. Pr. Joy, THE BOOK OF PKESCKIPTIONS. 913 9> Calcis, f ^iv. Piilv. Creta 3 Aromat. 51 'j. Tere siniul, et gradatini adde Aquee Lauro-cerasi, 5 j. Mat niistura. Capiat coclil. ij ampla bis terve in die, pbiala concussa. In Cardialgia and Qastrodynia. — Dr. NeliOAN. 913 9 . Aqiise Calcis, 5 vij. Sp. Anini. Arom, 5 ss. Tiiict. Hyoscy. 5 ss. Magnes, Garb, 3j. M. f. liaustus bis die sum. In Dyspejosia, ivith Hearthurn, — Dr. RosS, 9U ^ Ol.Olivae, 3 j. Syr. Papaveris, 3 j. Pulv. Acaciae, 5 ij. Vitelli ovi, 5 iij. Aquae Calcis, Oij. Tinct. Opii, 5 j. Fiat emulsio. A tablespoonful every two hours. To allay jpain in Calculous Disorders , — -M. Tott, 915 ^ Liq. Calcis, 01. Amygdalae, ana ^ss. Bene admisce, et adde Adipis praep. 5j- Misce : hat unguentum. In Irrilahle Ulceration from Blisters. Drs. Eyanson and Mauksell. 916 Liq. Calcis, Lin. Camphorae, 01. Olivae, ana 5 j. Fiat linimentura. Dr. Hooper. CALCIS CARDONAS. Carlonate of Lime. Carbonate o£ Lime is used in the form of Prepared Chalk (Greta prseparata) and Precipitated Carbonate of Lime (Calcis Carbonas precipitata). In either form it is antacid and astringent. It is given generally in the form of pre- pared chalk, in diarrhoeas ; in heartburn, and in acidity of the stomach and bowels, when laxatives are undesirable. It has also been used in the form of prepared oyster shells (Testae praeparatae) ; and when held in solution by excess of carbonic acid has been named Carrara Water. Pxternally, prepared chalk is used to absorb acrid discharges from ulcers, burns, &c. 152 THE BOOK OF PRESCMPTIONS. Pose of Creta Treeparata, 20 to 60 grains. Mistnra Creta, 1 to 2 ounces. Fnlvis Creta Aromaticus, 10 to 60 grains. • cum Opio 10 to 40 grains. Calcis Carlonas Precipitata, 10 to 60 grains. * Cholera Mixture in all cases of diarrhoea) consists of Aromatic Powder, 3 drachms ; Sp. Sal Volatile, 3 drachms ; Tincture of Catechu, 10 drachms ; Compound Tincture of Cardamoms, 6 drachms ; Tincture of Opium, 1 drachm; Chalk Mixture to make 20 ounces. Pose, 8 drachms for an adult ; 4 drachms tor a child twelve years old ; 2 drachms for seven years old, after each liquid motion. *Unguentum Creta (Precipitated Chalk, 1; Spermaceti Ointment, 017 Aqurn Carrarse, Lactis recentis, f 5ij. Fiat haustus ter quaterve die sumendus. In Irritative Dys^pepsia^ with Cardialgia, — Dr. NeliGIAN. 918 5 , Liq. Calcis, f^iij. Cretae praep. sss. Aquae Anethi, f ^iij. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. duo majora. Antacid and Carminative . — Dr. Deititt. 919 Mist. Cretae, f ^ij. Pulv. Cretae Aromat. 3ss. Tinct. Opii, Tqij. Fiat haustus. - In Diarrhoea , — Dr. Paeis. 920 Mist. Cretae, 5vj. Tinct. Lupuli, f 5j. Tinct. Cardam. co. f 5vij. Vini Opii, f 5j. Fiat mistura. Capiat semiunciam sextis horis. In Diarrhoea from Acidity . — Dr. NeligIAN. 921 9 , Cretae praep. ^iss. Acaciae pulv. Sacchari albi, Tinct. Opii, tt^x. Aquae f ^iij. Fiat mistura. A teaspoonful to be taken frequently. In Diarrhoea of Children . — Dr. Dewees (U.S.), THE BOOK OF PRESOEIPTIONS, 153 932 923 924 Misce 935 936 937 928 929 9 , AquseCinnamomi, f 3 iiisa, Mist. Cretse, f 5 vj. Piilv. Cretse Aromat. 5 j, Liq. Opii sedat. Tq^xv. Misce. A teaspoonful every hour. In DiarrTiQBa of Children Ube. p. Liq, Potassse, ir^xx. Mist. Cretse, f ^j. Tinct. Calumbse, f 33 . Misce : fiat liaustus. Antacid . — Dr. Hoopee. Mist. Cretse, f ^iss. Tinct. Catechu, f 3 j. Tinct. Opii, n\x. : fiat haustus tertiis horis, vel post singulas sedes liquidas sumendus. In Diarrhoda . — -Dr. Joy, p, Mist. Cretse, fSvij. Mist. Perri co. f 5 iij . Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Fiat haustus p. r. n. sumendus. In Diarrhoea , — Dr. Paeis, 9 . Mist. Cretse, f^viss. Vini Ipecacuanhse, f 3iss. Tinct. Camphorse co. f3\’j. Syr. Tolu, fsiij. Misce : capiat cochl. duo larga ter quaterve in die. In advanced stage of Bronchitis^ with Diarrhoea. Dr. Copland. , , 5 . Pulv. Cretse Aromat. cum Opio, gr, x. Aquse Menthse pip, 3j. Fiat haustus : sum. 3 horis. In threatened Cholera . — College oe Physicians. 9> Cretse prsep. 3j. 01. Olivse, 5iij. Adipis prsep. 3ss. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Burns, with Acrid Discharge . — Dr. Deuitt, 9 . Carbon. Calcis prsecip. 5ij. Cerati Galeni {cold cream), ^ij- Ext. Belladonnse, 3j. Glycerini, f 5 ij. Misce. Dr. Neligan. Calx Chloeata {Chloride of Lime). See Ch^^qexjm, 154 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIOITS. CALCII CHLOEIDUM. Dry Chloride of Calcium. Chloride of Calcium is regarded as a deobstnient or alte- rative, and tonic. It is given chiefly in scrofulous diseases, bronchocele, and in some forms of vomiting. 'Externally ^ it is sometimes used as a resolvent. Dose of Calcii Chloridum, 10 to 20 grains. ^Liquor Calcii Chloridi, 30 minims (Dried Cliloride 2 oz., Dis- tilled Water, 8 oz.). 930 Liq. Calcii Cliloridi, ii\\xx ad xxv. Aquae Campliorae, f ^x. Tinct. Campliorae co. f 5 iss. Fiat liaustus ter die sumendus. Dr. Copland, 931 Cliloridi Calcii, 5 j. Aqute destil, Misce : capiat coclil. parvum bis terve die, ex lacte. In Scrofula.— Mv. B. Phillips. 932 5° Calcii Cliloridi cryst. 5 iv. Aquae destil. 3 xvj. Misce. A teaspoonful three or four times a day [in barley-water or liquorice-tea]. In Chronic Eczema. — M. Cazenave. 1^ Calcii Cliloridi, 5j. Ext. Ilyoscyami, 3ss. Aquae destil. 5vj. Syr. Glycyrrliizae, 3j. Misce. A spoonful to be taken four times a day. In Scrofulotis Consumption. — Dr. Beddoes. 934 9 . Calcii Cliloridi, 5j. Ext. Conii, gr. xv. Aquae Cinnaraomi, ^ss. Solve. Give eight to sixteen drops, three times a day, to a child ten years old, shaking the bottle. In Scrofula . — Phcebus. 935 Calcii Cliloridi, 5j. Digitalis pulv. 51 j. Acidi Acetici, Gij. Adipis suilli, 3 ]. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Glandular Swellings . — Sundelin, THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIONS. 155 936 Chloridi Calcii, Cliloridi Sodii, aiia ^ss. Aquae, lb, ss, Pulv. Lini, q. s. "Fiat cataplasma. In Scrofulous and V/liite Swellings , — -Swediaue. CALCIS HYPOPHOSPHIS. Hypopospliite of Lime is a white crystalline salt with a pearly lustre, and a bitter nauseous taste. It is given in phthisis, general debility, and in nervous states of the system. Dose, 5 to 10 grains. 937 5“ Calcis Ilypopliospliitis, gr. iij. Liq. Calc. Saccliar. Syr. Aurantii, 5ss. Aquae Mentli. pip, ad 3j- Fiat liaust. ter die sura. Dr. Tiioeowgood. CALCIS PHOSPHAS. Phosphate of Lime, in the form of Burnt Hartshorn^ was formerly used in medicine, under the name of Sydenham’s Becoctum Album, and afterwards of Mistura Cornu usti. The precipitated phosphate (Calcis Phosphas) is now em- ployed. It is given in rickets, mollities ossium, scrofula, diarrhoea, ulcerations, and excoriations of the skin and bowels, and general waste of the tissues of children. It promotes the cicatrization of ulcers, and the union of frac- tures, where there is a deficient secretion of phosphate of lime. Dose, 10 to 40 grains. Phosphate of Lime is a good basis for Tooth Powders, 938 Calcis Phospliat. prsecip. 5iv. Acacira pulv. 3ij. Misce. Dose, for children, tliree or four grains; for adults, six to nine grains, three times a day, at meal times. [As a substitute for Mistura Cornu Cervi.] 939 5“ Calcis Phospliat. prsecip. gr. iv — vj. Mist. Cretra, 3j. Fiat haustus ter die sumendus. For children, give a fourth part. Jn JJiarrlicQay with ‘Emaciation and Acidity, 166 THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIONS. 040 9 . Palv. Calcis Phospli. gr. xv, Bismuthi Sub nit. gr. xv. Pulv. Saccliari, gr. Ixxv. M. Oiv. ill chartulas V. Sumat j inter ciboa nocte maneque. In Chronic Biarrhoda of Children , — Tbofsseatj and Keveil, ’J^CALCIUM SULPHIDE. Sulphide of Calcium is a valuable remedy in threatened or actual suppurative affections. It has the power of liquify- ing pus, causing its speedier absorption, and of checking its production. Dose, gr. 041 Calcii Sulphid. gr, j. Saccliar. Lactis, gr. x. Misce : fiat pul. x. One powder every hour or two. In Indurated Glands following Scarlet Fecer, Dr. S. Ringer. 943 5® Calcii Sulphid. gr. j, Aquse, 5 x. Misce. A teaspoonful every hour. In Scrofulous and Tuberculous Glands, — Dr. S. Ringer. *CALCII SULPHURETUM. Sulphuret of Calcium is alterative, stimulant, and dia- phoretic. It is sometimes prescribed in skin diseases, gout, and chronic rheumatism. Dose, 4 to 8 grains, or to the amount of 20 grains as an antidote to metallic poisons. But its principal use is to form sulphur baths. For this purpose 2 or 3 ounces are dissolved in the water, and afterwards 20 to 30 drops of sulphuric acid, or from half an ounce to an ounce of tartaric acid, are added. 943 9> Calcii Sulpliureti, 5 ]. Dulcamarae pulv. 5 ij . Mellis, q. s. ut fiant boli vj. Sumat j ter die/ In Gout and Bheumatism . — MoENCH. 944 Calcii Sulphureti, 5ij. Pecocti Althsese, Jij. Fiat lotio. In Crusta lactea. — HAHNEMANjf, 161 BOOK oi’ i^EESCillPTIONS. ^45 9 , Calcis, ^ss. Sulpliuris, 5j* Aquse, sviij. (Boil and stir until mixed, tlien filter.) As a Lotion in Scabies . — Vleminckz. ^CALENDULA. MarygoU, The Common Marygold (Calendula Officinalis, Nat. Ord. CompositcB) is sudorific, antispasmodic, and emmenagogue. It is useful in low fevers. Dose, Tinctura Calendulas (Marygold, 4 oz. ; Proof Spirit, 1 pint), 1 to 2 drachms. CALUMBA. Calumba is the sliced root of the Jateorhiza Calumba and Cocculus palmatus (Nat. Ord. Menisj^ermacece), plants of Mozambique. It contains a bitter principle, Calumbin, in some quantity. It is one of the best tonics 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 infusions may therefore be used as a vehicle for Iron or soluble preparations of Mercury, which it will not precipitate. It is given, combined with alkalies or bismuth, in dyspepsia, convalescence from fevers, debility from any cause, scrofula, gout, &c. Dose of Pulvis Cahmhce, B to 20 grains^ ExtracUm CaUimhcey 2 to 10 grains. Infusnm , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctura , ^ to 2 drachms. 246 947 Pulv. Calumhse, 5ss. Ferri Tart. 3ij. M. et div. in pulv. iv. (One every three to four hours in syrupO Dr. Ellis. 5 ^ Pulv. Calumbee, 5j. Pulv. Rhei, 3ij. Ext. Anthemidis, 5ij. 01. Carui, n\v. Syr. Croci (r«?; Mori), q. s. ut fiant pil. gr. 4. Sumat 4 omni die. In Mania with Am^nQTTh Campliorse, gr. iij ad vj. Sp. rectif. ntij. Tere simul, et adde Conf. Rosse, gr. vj. Fiat bolus, 4ta vel 6ta quaqua hora sumendus. In Typhus Fever, with muttering Delirium. 965 Caraphorse, 5ss. Sacchari albi, 5j. Acacise pulv. 5iss. M. Fiat pulvis, in cart, x, eeq. distribuendus. Dr. Copland. 966 Camphorse, gr. iv. Ammon. Carb. gr. iij. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. Mucilag. q. s. Fiat massula, et div. in pil. iij, quarum sumatur una bihorio. In the advanced stage of Typhus Fever . — Dr. Hooper, 967 9> Camphorm, gr. xv. Opii pulv. gr. iij. Fiant pil. vj. Two or three to be tak^en every night at bedtime. To ‘prevent Chordee . — Ricord. 968 Camphorse, gr. ij. Ext. Conii, gr. iij. Fiat pilula horS, somni sumenda. In the same . — Dr. M. Ryan. 969 Camphorse, gr. v. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. v. Fiant pil. ij statim sumendse. In Puerperal Mania , — Dr. Gooch, 11 162 THE BOOK OP PKESCEIPTIONS. 970 1171 972 973 974 975 976 p. Campliorse, gr. iij. Pulv. Jacobi, gr. iv. Potas. Kitrat. 3ss. Ext. Hyoscyarai, gr. vij. Conf. Posse, q. s. ut fiat bolus. In Cerebral Affections. — Dr. Copland. Camphorse, Ext. Latucse, ana Oiiss. Misce : fiant pil. xx. From four to six pills to be taken daily. Ana^hrodisiac. — M. Ricoed. Campliorse, Potass. Nitrat. ana 3ss. Opii pulv. gr. ij. • Autim. Tart. gr. ss. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iss. Triturantur optime cum Syrupi, q. s. ut fiat bolus. In Rheumatism . — Dr. E. G. Claek. 51 Campliorse, 5ij. Mucil. Acacia?, f ^j. Aquae destil. f ^vij. Fiat mistura de qua sumatur coclileare amplum quartis lioris. In Chronic Bronchitis of the old and debilitated. Dr. Neligan. 51 Campborae, 5j. Lactis recentis, 5vj. Aquae Pulegii, 5ij. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat coclileare amplum quarta quaque bora. In the same cases. — Dr. Neligan. 9> Campborae, gr. viij ad xvj • Sp. rectif. n\vj. Tere, et adde • Saccbari albi, Pulv. Acaciae, Magnes. Carb. ana 3ij. Aquae, f ^viiss. Fiat mistura. Dr. Copland. 51 Campborae, gr. iij. Acaciae pulv. 5ss. Tere simul, et adde Mist. Amygdalae, f ^iss. Fiat haustus. Campborae, gr. xxv. . . 977 Araygd. dulc. decort. No. vj. Saccbari puri, 5iij. Optime contere, dein adde gradatim Aquae Mentbae vir. f ^vuss. Fiat mistura, cujus suniantur cocblearia tria magna quarta quaque bora. In Hysteria . — Dr. Hoopee. THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTIONS. 163 978 9> Camphorse, Potass. Nitrat. ana 3j. Vitell. Ovi, q. s. Tere simul, et adde Aqu 00 flor. Aurantii, Tinct. Hyoscyami, Tinct. Conii, ana 5j. Piat mistura. Sumat cochl. j amplum tertiis horis. In Chordee, — Dr. JoY. 979 Camphorae, gr. iij ad vij. Tinct. Calumbse, Sp. Cinnamomi, ana f 5iss. Solve, et adde Aquae Menthae vir. Aquae Pimentae, ana f 5v. Fiat liaustus, urgente vomitu sumendus. In Spasmodic Asthma, Vomiting, — Dr. Copland, 930 5“ Camphorae, gr. xxv. Sp. rectif. n\v. Tere, et adde Pulv. Acaciae, 5iv. Syr. Limonis, f ^ss. Aquae Menthae vir. f ^viiss. Fiat emulsio : sit dosis cochlearia tria magna. Dr. Hooper. 981 Cinchonae pulv. 5ss. Camphorae, gr. v. Fiat pulvis tertia vel quarta quaque hora sumendus. In Gangrene and Malignant Fevers. — Haetmann. 982 Tinct. Camph. CO. lYj^xx. Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Decocti Senegae, ^iss. Fiat haustus. In Asthenic Ivflammatory Fever. — Mr. Eeichsen. 983 ^ Camphorae, 5j. Vitell. Ovi, unius. Decocti Hordei, f ^xiv. Misce, fiat enema. Dr. Joy. 984 Camphorae, 01. Olivae, 3ij. Misce : fiat enema. In Ascarides. — Dr. Fowler. 985 9> Fin. Camphorae co. Liq. Ammoniae, ana 3j- Tinct. Capsici, 5iij. Misce : fiat linimentum. To be rubbed on the thorax and epigastrium. In Angina Fectoris. — Dr. Copland. 164 THE BOOK or PRESCRIPTIONS. 986 9> Campliorse, 5xij. 01. Rosmarini, 3 ss. Tinct. Opii, 3 ij. Fiat linimentum. To be rubbed over the bowels. In Flatulent Colic, Sfc. — Dr. COPLAND. 987 Finim. Camphorse, 5j- 01. Terebinth. 5ij. Sapoiiis mollis pur. 3 iv. Misce : fiat linimentum. In Lumbago, c^c. — Dr. FsiSEE. 988 9= Camphorse, 5j. Tinct. Benz. co. 5iij. Potass. lodidi, 5ij. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. ^ss. Liq. Potassse, 3j. 01. Amyf^dalse, ^ij. Solve, misce, ut fiat linimentum. For Chilblains, 989 9> Camphorm, gr. xl. Zinci Oxidi, ^ss. Glycerini, Pulv. Cocci, gr. ij. 01. Posse, rqiij. Misce. (Stir before using, and smear a thin layer over the inflamed part twice or thrice daily.) In Fczema , — Dr. Anderson. CANELL^ ALBiE CORTEX. White Canella Baric, The Bark of Canella Alba (Nat. Ord. Canallacece) is a warm aromatic stimulant and tonic, and is useful as an anti- scorbutic. It is contained in Vinum Rhei. *Dose, 10 to 40 grains. CANNABIS INDICA. Indian Semp, Indian Hemp, Cannabis Indica (Nat. Ord. Cannabinacece), is generally considered to be the same species as Cannabis sativa, the Common Hemp, of Europe ; but in the East it secretes a resin, and acquires peculiar properties which it does not possess in Europe. The resinous extract, from the dried flowering tops of Cannabis sativa, as imported from THE BOOH OE PHESCRiPTIONS. 165 India, is that officinally employed. It is exhilarant, narcotic, anodyne, and antispasmodic ; and in an overdose produces a peculiar kind of delirium and catalepsy. It is given in insomnia ; in spinal irritation ; in painful neuralgic and rheumatic affections ; in dysmenorrhoea, &c. It is preferable to opium, as it does not produce constipation or headache. It acts less powerfully in Europe than in India. Its exhi- bition should he carefully watched. *Of Common Hemp the seeds are the only part used. They have been given in mucous discharges and jaundice. Dose of Extractum Cannabis Indices , | to 1 grain. Tinctura , 5 to 20 minims. Antidotes. — Hot brandy and water, vinegar, lemon juice ; a blister to nape of neck to control violent spasm. 990 5° Tinct. Cannabis Indicse, rr\xv. Sp. Vini rectif. ir^xlv. Misce t fiat liauslus. To be mixed with water at the moment of taking it. In Neuralgiay Rheumatism, Sfc.—Mv. Donovan. 991 5b Tinct. Cannabis Iiidicse, 3ss. Mucil. Acaciae, f5j. Aquse, f 3j. Eiat haustus quinta vel sexta quaque hoiA sumendus. ; In Sciatica, and other Neuralgic Pains. — Dr. Nelioan. 992 9> Tinct, Cannabis Imlicse, 5j. Mucil. Acacise, f 5ij. Aquae Ciimamomi, f3j. Tiat haustus statim sumendus, et repet. secundis horis vel saepius si minetur morbus. In Tetanus and P[ydrophohia» — Dr. Nelioan. 993 9> Tinct. Cannabis Indicae, 'nxx. Potass. Bromidi, gr. x. Inf. Gentianae co. ad 3j* Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Uterine Fibroid. — Dr. R. Geeenealgh. 994 Ext. Cannabis Indicae, 3j. Tere in mortario calido cum 01. Olivae, f 3j. Dein gradatim adde Mucil, Acaciae, f 3 ir. Aquae, f 3viiss. Eiat mistura. Dosis 3iss. Mr. Beomeield. 166 1?HE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 995 Cannabis Indicse, gr.j. Pulv. Opii, gr. Camphorsej gr. ij. Fiat pilula. To be take A at bedtime. Ifi Dysmenorrhoda. — Dr. Lombe Atthill. 996 Sem. Cannabis sativse, Cerevisiae, Oij. Coque, cola, et adde Saccbari, q. s, Take half a pint every morning. In Olstinate Jaundice. — Dr. BircHAN. 997 5^ Sem. Cannabis Sativai, 3 iij — vj. Amygd. amar. No. iv. Contunde, et tere cum Aquae, lb. ij. Fiat emulsio, cola, et adde Syr. Papaveris, ^j. The whole to be drank in the course of a day. In Gonorrhoea and Chronic Inflammation of the Mucous Membranes, Tode. CANTHARIS. Spanish Fly, The Cantharis vesicatoria^ dried, are an irritant poison ; but have been administered in small doses as a stimulant, acting especially on the urinary organs. They are rube- facient, vesicant, and diuretic, and are given in chronic aftections of the nervous system, spinal irritation, para- plegia, incontinence of urine ; in some skin diseases, as lepra and psoriasis ; in mucous discharges, as gleet. Fxternally they are the most convenient basis of blistering compounds, and enter into the composition of stimulating and rube- facient liniments. They are specially useful topically in deep-seated inflammations, as pleuritis, pneumonia, &c., and are less irritating than Ammoniacal or Acetic Acid lotions. They must be exhibited with caution. Both the external and internal use of Cantharides is apt to occasion stran- gury. Dose of Tinctura Caniliaridis, 6 to 20 minims. *Ftdvis i to 2 grains. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 167 For external use : *Acetnni CantJiandis. Emplastrum Cantharidis. Unguentum . Charta Epispastica (Blistering Paper). Liquor Epispasticus (Blistering Fluid! Emplastrum Calefaciens. Antidotes , — Emetics, emollient drinks, opium. 998 Amygda! dulc. deeort. 5j. Cantliaridum pulv. 3ss. Sacchari i»uri, 5ss. Tere bene simul, et gradatira adde Aquse tepidee, f $x. Cola. Capiat coclileare amplum tertiis lioris. Torpor of the Kidneys, and Paralysis of the Bladder, Dr, Neligan. 999 Cantharidis pulv. gr. j. Sacchari albi, Acacise pulv. ana 5ij. Miscebene, et adde Mist. Amygdalae, M. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful every two hours. In So ojping -cough (for children). — F eankee. 1000 Tinct. Cantharidis, n\ij. Tinct. Hyoscyami, n\v. Aquae, f 5x. Fiat haustus, quater die sumendus. In Incontinence of Urine , — Dr, Gregory. 1001 Tinct. Cantharidis, Tinct. Camphorae co. ana 3j. Tinct. Cinchonae co. 5x. Misce. From thirty minims, gradually increased to a teaspoonful, three times a day. In Sooting -cough , — Dr. Beatty. 1003 5^ Tinct. Cantharidis, 5j. Inf. Quassiae, 3vj. Sumat partem sextam ter die. Dr. Hooper. 1003 9> Tinct. Ferri Perchloridi, Tinct. Cantliaridis, ana 5ij. Tinct. Capsici, f5,j. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), 5ij. Aquae Pimentae, f 5vij. Fiat mistura : sumat cochl. duo ter die. Dr. Druitt. 168 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1004 9> Tiiict. Cantliaridis, Liq. Arsenicalis, ana 5ss. Misce : capiat min. x bis die. [The dose to be gradually increased to Tqxv, carefully watching its effects.] In Psoriasis . — Prof. Bennett. 1005 9> Tinct. Cantliaridis, Acid. Acetici, dil. ana Piat linimentum. To be rubbed into the perineum at night. In Urethritis of Women. — Dr. ASHWELL. 1006 9> Zinci Sulphat. gr. xxiv. Cantharidis pulv. gr. vj. Rhei pulv. 5j. Tereb. Venet. q. s. Plant pilulee xxiv, quarum sumantur duse ter die. Dr. Deuitt. 1007 Cantharidis p. gr. ij. Camphorse, Oss. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. vj. Sp. rectif. q. s. Plant pil. iv. Sumat j bis die. Dr. Hooper. 1008 Pnlv. Cantharidis, gr. xij. Ext. Hyoscyam, 5j. Argenti Nit. gr. x. Quin. Sulph. 3ij. M. f. pil. 40. Sumat unam nocte maneque. In Leucorrhoea of Nervous Females. — Dr. H. Geeen. 1009 Pulv. Cantharidis, 3ij. Ext. Conii, 3j. Hyd. Subchlor. ^ss. Pulv. Ipecac. 3j. M. fiat massa in pil. 40 dividenda. Quarum cap. unam ter quaterve de die. In General Anasarca. — Dr. H. Geeen. 1010 Tinct. Cantharidis, .^theris, Sp. Camphorse, Tinct. Opii, ana 5iv. Misce : fiat linimentum. In hysterical Pain in the side.-^J)v. AshWELL. 1011 Antim. Tart. 3ij. Aquae Rosse calidoe, 3ij. Solve, et adde Tinct. Cantharidis, To be rubbed on the spine and chest. In hoojying-cough . — Dr. G. Geegoey. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 169 1012 9> Tinct. Cantharidis, f 3ij. Aquse Sambuci, f 5xj. Ess. Rosraarini (Dub.), f 5vj. Misce : fiat lotio. To promote the Growth of the Biair ^ — Dr. NelioAN. 1013 Bals. Nervini (Er. codex), Medullse Bovinse, ana 3j* 01. Amygdala?, 5v. Acidi Tanniei, 5ss. Sp. Vini Gall. 5iiss. Tinct. Cantharidis, 5ss. M. secundum artem. Fiat pomatum ssepe infricandum. To arrest Loss of Bair , — Teousseatj and Reveil. 1014 Tinct. Cantliaridis, 9iv. Lin. Camphoree co. ^iss. Tinct. Opii, 5iij. Fiat embrocatio. To be rubbed over the abdomen. In Colic, — Dr, JoY. 1015 9> Tinct. Cantharidis, f 3iij. Lin. Saponis, f 3xj. Fiat linimentum. In Chilblains , — Mr. Waedeop. CAPSICUM. Capsicum, tlie fruit of Capsicum fastigiatum (Nat. Grd. Bolanaceoe), is a powerful stimulant. It is given in atony of the stomach, particularly in the dyspepsia of gouty and debilitated subjects ; and as a condiment to prevent flatu- lence from a vegetable diet. It is also prescribed in inter- mittent and low fevers, cholera, diarrhoea, and in malignant sore throat. It alleviates sea sickness, and has been found very heneflcial in diminishing the craving for alcohol. It is useful as a gargle in relaxed sore throat and chronic hoarse- ness, and as a lotion for chilblains. Dose of Pulvis Capsid, ^ to 1 grain. Tinctura Capsid, 10 to 20 minims. '^Trochisd . *Gargarisma Capsid (Tinct. Capsici, ^ to 1 drachm] Inf. of Roses, 8 ounces). ‘^Linimentum (Capsicum, 1 ; Rectified Spirit, 3 parts). *Sinapine is tissue paper impregnated with Capsicum tincture, and perhaps a little Mustard Oil. 170 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1016 5 L Pulv. Capsid, 5 j. M icae panis, 53 s. Aquae, q. s. Fiant pilulse xx. Sumat j vel ij bis die. 1017 5® Pil- Saponis co. gr. iij. Pulv. Capsid, gr. iij. 01. Foeniculi, Tqij. Fiant pil. ij pro dosi. In Flatulent Atonic Bysjpejpsia, — Dr. Hoopee. 1018 Pulv. Capsid, ^ss. Pulv. Zingiberis, 5 ij. Pulv. Sacchari albi, ^ij. Mucil. Tragac. q. s. Fiant trodiisci 96. One to be slowly swallowed three times a day. In Catarrhal Deafness. — Dr. FoSBEOKE. 1019 5® Capsici pulv. 5 ij. Aquae ferventis, Oss. Macera per boras duas, et cola. Capiat coclil. amplum bis terve die. In Malignant Sore Throat. — Dr. Peeeiea. Pulv. Capsid, gr. iij. , Pulv. Opii, gr. j. Quinin. Sulph. gr. x. Fiat pulvis. To be given four hours before a chill is expected. In Ague . — Belle yue Hospital (U.S.). 9 . Capsici pulv. gr. xvj. Aquae ferventis, Jviij. Macera et cola, ut fiat gargarisma. Dr. CuEEiE. Pulv. Capsici, Oss. Aquae ferventis, f 5vhj. Macera per boras duas, cola, et adde Mellis Rosae, Tinct. Myrrhae, ana 3SS. Fiat gargarisma. Mr. Beande. 1033 ^ Tinct. Capsici, f 3 iij. Aquae, 5 vj. Fiat gargarisma. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1034 9* Tinct. Capsici, 3 j. Decocti Cinchonae, ^vj. Fiat gargarisma. To be used 5 or 6 times a day. In Chronic Hoarseness of growing hogs. — Dr. Geaves. 1030 1031 1033 THE BOOK OF PKESCKIPTIONS. 171 1035 9- Capsici pulv. 5 .j. Sodii Chloridi, 3j. Aquae ferventis, 3 vj. Macera, cola, et adde Aceti, 3ss. Fiat gargarisma. In Malignant Sore Throat, (Used in the West Indies.) 1026 Pulv. Capsici, gr. iss. Aquae ferventis, 3 ss. Macera et cola. One drop to be instilled into the eye every morning and "niglit, increasing the strength as it can be borne. In Amaurosis , — Maunoie. 1037 Tinct. Capsici, 3ss. Lin. Saponis, 3iss. Fiat linimentum. 1028 ^ Tinct. Capsici, 3ss. Tinct. Opii, 3ss. Fiat embrocatio. Bandages to be rolled round the fingers, &c., and wet with the embroca* tion two or three times a day. In Chilblains , — Dr. A. T. Thomson. CARBON. Animal and Vegetable Charcoal, Charcoal is antiseptic, and tends to keep the bowels solu- ble, perhaps by its mechanical action. It is given in flatu- lent dyspepsia, and to correct fetid eructations and dis- charges. Purified Animal Charcoal is also sometimes prescribed in scrofulous and cutaneous diseases. Perhaps in the shape of bone (or ivory) black, it may owe its efficacy in rickets and scrofula, in part, to the bone-earth it contains. It is said to be an antidote in poisoning by Morphia, Strychnia, and Aconitia. Pxternally, charcoal (generally wood-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. Its chief use is as a deodorizer and decolorizer. Dose of Fulvis Carhonis Animalis Furijicati, 20 to 60 grains. Ligni^ 20 to 60 grains. Cataplasma Carhonis. Charcoal in capsule or biscuit is a convenient form. 1029 9 . Pulv. Carbonis Tiliee (Common Lime), 3j* Syr. Aurantii, 3iij- Fiat electuariiim. One or two teaspoonfuls every two hours. In Fetid Fructations, — Schubaeth, 172 1030 0?HE BOOK OK PRESCKlPTlONS. Carbonis animalis. Pulv. Glycyrrhiz 0 B, ana 5vj. Misce : fiat pulvis. Half or a whole teaspoonful twice a day. In 'Riclcets and Scrofula of Children . — Radius. 1031 9- Carbonis animalis, gr. iij. Ammon. Chloridi, 3j. Ext. Conii, gr. ij. Glycyrrhizse pulv. q. s. Eiat bolus. Capiat unum ter die. In Swelled and Scirrhous Prostate . — Maoendie. 1032 9 Carbonis ligni, Sodse Bicarb, ana 3j. Conf. Sennse, ^ij. Eiat electuarium. A teaspoonful three or four times a day. In Obstinate Constipation . — Mitchell. 1033 9 Carbonis pulv. 5iij. Adipis, 3j* Kiat unguentum. In Tinea Capitis . — Alibeet. CARDAMOMUM. Cardamom. Cardamom, the seed of Plettaria Cardamomum (Nat. Ord. Zingiber acece)f is an aromatic carminative stimulant, less heating than many other spices. It is a frequent adjunct to other stimulants, to hitter tonics, and to purgatives. Dose of Pulvis Cardamomi, 5 to 20 grains. Tinctura comp. ^ to 2 drachms. *Tinctura 1 to 2 drachms (Cardamom Seeds 41 ounces, Proof Spirit 2 pints). 1034 9 Tinct. Card am. co. 5 vj. AquEB Cinnamomi, Misce : capiat cochl. iij bis terve die. In Atonic Pgspepsia . — Dr. AlNSLiE. 1035 9 Tinct. Cardamomi co. f3ij. Sp. Ammonise Arom. ivj^x. Aquae Carui, f Syrupi, f 5j. Misce : fiat haustus. A Stimulating Carminative , — Dr. JoY. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 173 1036 9 . Sem. Cardam. pulv. gr. iv. Ext. Rhei, gr. ij. Ext. Coloc. CO. gr. j. riant pilulse dusB bis die suniendse. Laxative and Carminative, — H. J. 1037 9 Tinct. Cardamomi co. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. sij. Sodae Bicarb. 5j. Inf. Gentianae, 3vj. Misce. Two tablespoonfuls an hour after a meal. In Dyspepsia with Palpitation, — Dr. J. MacRobin. CARYOPHYLLI. Cloves, Cloves are the unexpanded flowers of Caryophylhis aroma- ticus (Nat. Ord. Myrtacece), and are stimulant, aromatic, and carminative. They are given to correct flatulence, nausea, vomiting, and excite languid digestion; but are chiefly employed as an adjunct to bitter tonics, or as a corrective to purgatives. Locally the oil is used to carious teeth. Dose of Pulvis Caryophylli, 5 to 10 grains. Infusum 1 to 2 ounces. Oleum 1 to 4 minims. *Tinctnra 30 to 90 minims (Cloves 1 ounces, Rectified Spirit 1 pint). 1038 9 Caryophylli, f 5 ix. Tinct. Cardam. comp, f 5 j. Sp. Myristicse, f 5 ss. Sp. Ammon. Arom. f 55 s. Syr. Zingiberis, f 5 j. Fiat liaustus. Stimulant, — Dr. Paris. 1039 9 01. Caryophylli, 3j. Tinct. Opii, 5 ss. AEtheris, 5 j. Misce. 20 to 30 drops to be added to last two or three doses of cinchona. In Intermittent Fevers, — Horn. 1040 9 Inf. Caryophylli, Aq. Menthse pip. ana f ^iiiss. Tinct. Cardamomi co. ^ss. Sp. Ammon. Arom. Syr. Zingiberis, ana f siss. Sumat cyathum vin. bis die post cibum. Dr. Latham. 174 THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS, 1041 9, 01. Caryopliylli, 5j. 01. Cajaputi, 5j. Opii pulv. Camphorse, ana 3ss. Sp. rectif. q. s. Solve. In Toothache . — Dr. Copland. 1043 9> Caryophylli, ^viij— xij. Tinct. Galbani, 5iv. Fiat enema. Stimulant . — Dr. R, Reece. CASCARILLA. Cascarilla is the bark of Croton Bluteria (Nat. Ord. I^uphorhiacece), 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 dis- eases of debility generally, but especially of the stomach and bowels. As a probable stimulant expectorant it is useful in chronic bronchitis accompanied with excessive expectoration. It is often combined with other bitters and stimulants, and with metallic tonics. Dose of Pidvis Cascarillce Corticls, 10 to 30 grains. Infusum 1 to 30 oz. Tinctiira ^ to 3 drachms. *Mistura comp. 1 toll drachms (Infusum Cascarillce 17 ounces, Acetum Scilla 1 ounce, Tinct, Camph. comp. 3 ounces). 1043 9 Inf. Cascarillse, f ^vss. Tinct. Cascarillse, f^ss. Fiat mistura : coclilearia tria ampla pro dosi bis vel ter die. In Atonic and Flatulent Dyspepsia . — Mr. Beande. 1044 9 Inf. Cascarillse, f Tinct. Cascarillse, Tinct. Zingiberis, ana f 51V. Misce : fiat mistura stomachica. Two tablespoonfuls twice a day. In Dyspepsia^ loith Loss of Appetite . — Dr. Joy. 1045 9 Inf. Cascarillae, 5vij. Sodm Bicarb. 5iij. Tinct. Cardamomi, 5vj. Misce. A wineglassful an hour or two before and two hours after dinner. Mr. Abeenethy. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 175 1016 p, Inf. Cascarillcie, f 5vj. Aquae Cinnamomi, f 5iij. Pulv. Kino CO. 3ss. Syr. Papaveris, 3j. Misce : fiat haustus bis in die sumendus. In Chronic Dysentery .--Hr, G. GEEdORY. 1047 Cascarillae, f 3vss. Acidi Nitrici dil. f 5j. Tinct. Lupuli, f 5iij, Misce, fiat mistura. Dose, two tablespoonfuls. (Hosp. POE Consumption.) CASSIA. The pods of Cassia fistula (Nat. Ovdi, Leguminosce) yield a pulp which is laxative in doses of one or two drachms; larger doses of half an ounce to 2 ounces are purgative, hut apt to produce flatulence and griping. Dose of *Coufectio cassia, 3 to 4 draclims (Cassia, | lb. j Manna, 2 oz. ; Tamarind pulp, 1 oz.. Syrup of Roses, 8 oz.). 1048 Pulpse Cassise, ^j. Potass. Tart. 5ij. Aquae Cinnamomi, Mannae, 3iss. Misce. A tablespoonful every two or three hours until it operates. As a Laxative for Children. — Dr. UiiE. 1049 Palpae Cassiae, 5j- Aquae ferventis, Oij. Macera, cola, et adde Ma^nes. Sulph. Antim. Tart. gr. iij. Misce. To be taken by wineglassfuls. In Painter's Colic. — Feence Hospitals. The Bark of Cinnamomum Cassia is used for the same purposes and in the same manner as Cinnamon. See CiN- namomum. For Cassia Senna, see Senna. CASTOREUM. Castor is a peculiar secretion obtained from the Beaver {Castor Fiber). It is a nervine stimulant, antispasmodic, and emmenagogue ,* and is prescribed in hysteria, epilepsy, and various nervous affections; especially when connected 176 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTION8. with irregularity of the uterine functions. The Russian Castor is more powerful than the American, but is very scarce. Dose of Tulvis Castorei, 5 to 10 grains. Tinctura , i to 1 drachm. * Jmmoniata, ^ to 3 drachms (Castor 2^ ounces, Assa- foetida 600 grs., Sp. Ammonise 3 pints). 1050 9> Castorei, 3j. Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Opii pulv. gr. ss. Syrupi, q. s., ut fiant pilulee vj. To be taken at short intervals. In Hysteria, — Dr. Hoopee. 1051 9> Castorei Rossici, ^ss. Aquae Pulegii, 5iss. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), 5ij. Liq. Ammon, u^xx — xxx. Fiat haustus, bis terve die sumendus. In Hysteria. — Dr. Peaeson. 1052 5“ Castorei Eos. pulv. 5ij. Valerianae pulv. 3 iv. Camphorae, 5j. Misce accurate, efc adde Syr. Papaveris, q. s. Fiant boli gran. xij. In Hysteria , — Dr. COPLAND. 1053 9> Tinct. Castorei Ammon, f 5v. iEtheris, fsiij. Mist. Mosclii, f 5vij. M. fiat mistura, de qu§, sumatur cochl. unum magnum secundis horis donee evenescant symptomata. In Cramjy of the Stomachy Flatulent Colic, Hysteria, Sfc. Dr. Neligan. 1054 Sp. Ammon, arom. 3iij. Tinct. Lavandulae co. 5iv. Tinct. Castorei, 5iv. Aquae Camphorae, ^vij. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. iij ter vel quater die. In the same cases, 1055 Tinct. Castorei, 5j. JEtheris, i^x. Tinct. Opii, Aquae Cinnamomi, ^ss. Misce : fiat haustus ter quotidie sumendus. In Tyjyhus Fever, — Dr. Huntee. !THE book of BEESCRIPTiONS. CATECHU PALLIDUM. Pale Catechu. Catechu is an extract of the leaves and shoots of Uncaria Qamhir (Nat. Ord. CincTionacece). It is tonic, and power- fully astringent. It is given chiefly in diarrhoea, and some forms of atonic dyspepsia with pyrosis j but may he pre- scribed also as a remote astringent in haemorrhages ; and in mucous discharges, as chronic cystorrhoea, leucorrhoea, gleet, chronic catarrh, &c. Externally, it is used as a topical astringent in relaxed sore throat, ulcerations of the mouth, hoarseness, chapped nipples, &c. *Catechu Nigrum, BlacJc Catechu, Terra Ja'ponica, is an extract of the Acacia Catechu (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce)* It contains twice the astringent matter of the pale variety. Dose, 5 to 15 grains. Dose of Pulvis Cafeckn, 10 to 30 grains. comp. 15 to 30 grains. Infusum 1 to 3 ounces. Tinctura ^ to 2 drachms. Trochisci 1 to 3 lozenges. 1056 Catechu, gr. v. Conf. Rosse, q. s. Fiat bolus, mane et vespere sumcndus. In Chronic Diarrhoea of Children. — Dr. UEfE. 105')' 5“ Catechu pulv. gr. xv. Pulv. Cretse Aromat. cum Opio, 3j. Misce : fiat pulvis 4tis horis sumendus. In Diarrhoea. — Dr. JoY. 1058 9> Catechu pulv. gr. xij. Conf. Opii, gr. viij. Pulv. Cretm, gr. iv. Syr. Aurantii, q. s. Fiat bolus, bis, ter, ssepiusve die capiendus. Dr. Copland. 1059 9* Mist. Cretse, f ^vss. Tinct. Catechu, f 5 vJ. Misce : sumat cochl. ij vel iij ampla post singulas sedes litjuidaSi In Diarrhoea (after a rhubarb aperient). — Mr. BrandB. loco 9 Mist. Cretae, ^ij. Piilv. Crete Aromat. 5iss. Tinct. Catechu, 5ij. Tinct. Opii, 5j. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful after each motion, shaking the bottle. In Dysentery . — Sir J. II. Martin. 12 1^8 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTlONS. 1061 5 , Cateclm pulv. 5ij. Pulv. Acaciee, 5ss. Aquse, 5vj. Misce. A tablespoonful every two hours. In Niemeyeb. 1063 9 . Catechu pulv. 5j. Aqu 0 e ferveutis, f ^viij. Macera per horam et cola. Fiat lotio astringens. Dr. Deuitt. 1063 Cinchonas pulv. §ss. Catechu pulv. ^ss. Myrrhae pulv. 5ij. Misce. As a Tooth Poioder, in Spongy Gums. — Dr. Paeis. ^CEDBOJSr. l^he seeds o£ Simaba Cedron (Nat. Ord. Simaruhacece) are principally celebrated throughout Central America 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, 1 or 2 grains ; as an antidote for the bites of serpents, 5 or 6 grains with a spoonful of brandy. In large doses it is poisonous. CERA. Wax. CETACEUM. Spermacetu Yellow Bees’- wax, and white wax (the same bleached), and spermaceti (obtained from the head of the spermaceti whale, TJiyseter macrocephalus)^ are chiefly used as the basis of cerates 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. Dose of Tulvis Cetaceiy 20 to 60 grains, boiled m milk. TJyiguentwn Cetacei and UnguenUm Simplex for local use. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 179 1061 Cetacei pulv. 5 ij. 01. Olivse, 5 j. Tere simul, dein adde Acacise pnlv. 51 V. Denique gradatini adjice Aquse, 3iv. Misce. A tablespoonful frequently. In Coughs, — Mr. W. Peoctek. 1065 Cetacei, 5 vj. Vitellmn Ovi unius ; prob^ contundantur, tum adde Syr. Tolutani, f ^iss. Aquae Pulegii, Oj. Fiat mistura, cujus deter 5 j ter, quater, saepiusve quotidie, singulis dosibus pro re nata additis Potassee JNitratis 3ss, vel Tinct, Campliorse comp, -nxxxx. In Coughs,— HOSP.) 1066 9 . Cetacei, 5vj. Acaciae pulv. 5 iij. Saccliari albi, 5 j. Conterantur exactiss. sensim addendo. Aquae destil. 5iv. Fiat mistura. A spoonful every two hours. In Coughs, — Hupeeand. 1067 Cetacei, 5 j. Acaciae pulv. 5 ij. 01. Amygdalae, 3 j. Syr. Tolu. 5j. Aquae Foeniculi, ^ivss. Misce. In Coughs, <^c, — Dr. CoPEAND. 1068 9» Cetacei, 3iss. Pulv. Tragac. co. 5 ij. Aquae Pimentae, f gvss. Vini Ipecac, f 5 j. ^ Tinct. Camphorae co. f 5 iij. ’ Fiat mistura. Sumat coclil. ij, bis terve die. In Coughs, — ^Dr. A. T. THOMSON. 1069 9» Cetacei pulv. 5 ij. 01. Amygdalae, 5 iij . Conf. Rosae caninae, 3j- Syr. Papaveris, 5 vj. Ipecacuanhae p. 3ss. Acidi Sulph. dil. ir^xv. Fiat linctus. A teaspoonful every two or three hours when the cough is troublesome. In recent Cough, — Dr. R. Reece. 1070 9> Cetacei, Cerae flavae, ana 5ij. Pulv. Tragac. co. Conf. Opii, ana 5j. Syr. Papaveris, q. s. Fiat clectuarium. In Dg sent erg, — Dr. E. G. CEARKi CEREYISIiE Feementum. See FEEMENIHM. 180 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. CERII OXALAS. Oxalate of Cerium is an insoluble white powder, precipi- tated by Oxalate of Ammonia from the Chloride Cerium. It is first a local sedative, and after a nervine tonic. It is given in irritable affections of the stomach, as dyspepsia, gastrodynia, p3^rosis, and chronic vomiting. It was intro- duced by Sir James Simpson as a remedy for the obstinate vomiting of pregnancy or hysteria. Dose, gr. 3 — ij. 1071 Cerii Oxalatis, gr. j— ij. Micse panis, q. s. Fiat pilula. In the Vomiting of Pregnancy, — Sir James SiMPSON. 1073 Cerii Oxalatis, gr. ij. Tinct. Valerian, co. 5 j. Aquse, ^j. M. f. haustus. JSvery thirty minutes in Sea-siclcness, — Mr. WaiSH. 1073 Cerii Oxalatis, Bismutlii Garb. Pepsinse, ana 5 j. Misce : fiant pil. xij. One pill three times a day. In Morning Sichness of Pregnancy, — Dr. White (U.S.). CETRARIA. Iceland Moss, Iceland Moss {Cetraria Islandica^ Nat. Ord. Lichenes) is demulcent, tonic, and nutritive. It is principally pre- scribed in consumptive and other coughs, attended with debility and emaciation ; also in chronic dysentery and diarrhoea. When designed merely as a demulcent and nu- trient, 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 2 grains every two hours, in intermittent fevers. Iceland Moss is generally given in the form of decoction or j’elly (Iceland Moss 1, water 12 ; boil to 6, strain, and add sugar 2). THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 181 Dose of Decoctuin Cetrar'u^, 1 to 2 ounces. ^Gelatina LicJiensis, 4 drachms dissolved in warm milk. 1074 Decocti Cetrariae, f ^vss. Acidi Nitrici dil. f 3 j. Syr. Tolu, f ^ss. Tinct. Camphorae co. Fiat mistura. Sumat quartam partem ter die. In Consum]pUon, — Dr. Faere. 1076 9> Decocti Cetrariae, ^xiss. Acidi Sulph. dil. f 5iss. Syrupi, f5vj. Tinct. Opii, f 5 j. Fiat mistura. Capiat 3ij ter die. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1076 9> Cetrarinae, gr. xxiv. Ext. Calumbae, 5ss. Misce, et div. in pil. xij. Sumat unam quarta quaque hora. In Intermittents, — Dr. Neligan. #CHIMAPHILA, OE PYROLA UMBELLATA. Winter Green. Winter green {ChimapMla umbellatay Nat. Ord. Ptjro- lacece) is a stimulating diuretic; it is also tonic, and mo- derately astringent. It is given in dropsy, and chronic affections of the urinary organs ; and also in scrofulous nl- cerations, and cutaneous diseases. It stimulates the kidneys more than uva ursi, but is less astringent. Chimaphila is seldom given in substance. The fresh leaves act as a rubefacient. Dose of Decoctum ChimapUlce, 2 to 4 ounces (Chimaphila, 1 ounce, water 1^ pint, boiled to a pint). The decoction is a frequent vehicle for other remedies. 1077 9> Decocti Chimaphilse, f 5xj. Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f 5ss. Misce: fiat haustus, bis die sumendus. In Mucous Tlrine^ with Inactive Kidneys. — Dr. G. BiED. 1078 9> Iiif Chimaphilae, ^vj. Tinct. Cubebce, Tinct. Scillse, 5iij. Sp. .Etheris Nit. 5iij. Misce : capiat cochl. iij ter die. In liro^sy of the Chest* — Dr. R. Reece. 182 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1079 9 , Dec. Cbiraapliilse, f 5vij. Potass. Nitrat. 5ss. Sp. -ffitheris Ts'it. f 5SS. Sp. Juniperi co. f 5iij. Fiat mistura. Capiat eoclileare amplum quaque tertid hor&. In Old Cases of Dropsy.— Dv. NEWMAN. 1080 5> Becocti Chimaphilse, ^vj. Potass. Nitrat. 5j. Sp. Juniperi, 5j— ij* Sp. Etlieris Nit. 3 iij. Misce. One tablespoonful every six hours for a child of five years. A Tonic and Stimulating Diuretic.— Dv. T. H. Tanner. ^CHENOPODIUM ANTHELMINTICUM. Wormseed. The seeds of C. Anthelminticum (Nat. Ord. Chenopo- diacece) are much employed in the United States as a vermicide, especially destroying the ascaris lumbrxcoides. Dose, 20 to 43 grains, in syrup. CHIRATA. Chirata {Ophelia Chirata, Nat. Ord. Oentianacece) resem- bles gentian in its properties and uses, hut is a purer bitter, and can be prescribed with the salts of iron. 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 dis- ordered secretions. In India it is given in intermittent and remittent fevers ; and after a course of mercury. Dose of Tulvis CMratm, 20 grains., Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctura ,15 to 60 minims. *Extractim , 2 to 5 grains. 1081 Inf. Chiratae, f^viij Sod 86 Carl). 5 j. Misce : sumat cochl. ij vel iij ter die. In Dyspepsia, loith Acidity of the Stomach. Dr. R. Reece. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 183 1083 ^ Inf. Cbii-at^, f5j. Liq. Animoiiise, tixx. Tinct. Aurantii, 5ij. Fiat liaustus mane meridieque siimeudus. In Dys^e'psia^ with Acid Uructations. — Dr. Nelioan. 1083 Tinct. Chiratse, Inf. Cinchouse fpissati, 5ij. Inf. Cascarillse, ^viss. Syr. Aurantii, 5vj. Fiat mistura cujus capiat coclilearia ampla duo ter in die. In Convalescence from Acute Diseases. — Dr. NeliG-an, 1084 Ext. Cliiratse, 5ij. Sodse Garb. 3j. Zingiberis pulv. gr. xv. Misce, et divide in pil. xxxvj. Capiat duas dis die. In Indigestion with Acidity^ or from Intemperance. Dr. R, Reece. CHLORALIS HYDRAS. Chloral Hydrate is a white crystalline solid, having a pungent but not acrid odour, and a pungent hut rather bitter taste. It is hypnotic, anodyne, and antispasmodic, and causes great muscular relaxation. It is given in insomnia, nervous disturbance and restlessness, delirium tremens, hypochondriacal affections, chorea, scarlet feVer, idiopathic tetanus ; in cancer and other painful diseases ; in asthma, hooping-cough, &c. In obstetric cases, in re- peated doses it has been found a better anaesthetic than chloroform. It is preferable to other hypnotics, as it does not cause headache or nausea, does not constipate the bowels, or depress vital activity ; its action also is more uniform. *Cro ton- Chloral Hydrate is a valuable remedy in facial neuralgia, spasmodic asthma, and the irritable cough of consumption or of chronic laryngitis. Dose of Chloral Hydras, 5 to GO grains. Syrupus Cliloralis, to 3 draclims. * Croton-Chloral Hydrate, 1 to 3 grains. 1085 Chloral. Ilydrat. gr. lx. Syr. Aurantii, Aquae, ana 5vj. f mist. Sum. coch. j magnum 4tis lioris. Hypnotic, — Liebeeic:^, 184 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1086 1087 1088 1089 1090 1091 1093 1093 1091 Cliloral. Ilydrat. gr. x—xxx. Aqua}, 5iij. Solve. I"or Subcutaneous LiebreiCH. Chloral. Hyd, gr. v. Syrupi, 5j. Aquae, ad ^ss. F. haust. hora sorani sum. To a Child of 5 years old, in Hooping-cough, Dr. Waterhouse, Chloral. Hydrat. gr. xxv. Tinct. Ccirdam. co. 5ss, Syrupi, 5ij. luf. Caryophylli, ad ^iss. M. f. haustus, hora som. sum. Hypnotic. — Dr. Priestley. Chloral. Hydrat. gr. xxx. Aquae Camphorae, Misce. For Sea-siolcness. Chloral. Hydrat. gr. 180. Syr. Tolu. 5j. Aquae, ad 5hj- M. Dose 5ss in 3ss of water at bed-time. To procure Sleep, — Dr. Walshe, Chloral. Hydrat. 3ij. Aquae Cinnaraomi, 5'ij. Syr. Aurantii, 5j. M. One half at bed-time. Ilynotic. — Dr. Gream, 9= Potass. Bromidi, 5ij. Chloral. Hydrat. 5j. Syr. Aurantii, 5iv, Aquae Caryophylli, ad ^vj. M. cochl. j. arapl. ter in die ex aquae cyatho vinoso. Anodyne, — Dr. QUAIN. Chloral. Hydrat. gr. viiss. Aquae, 5iv. Fiat haustus. To be talcen in the evening. In Incontinence of Urine. — Vecchiztti. Chloral. Hydrat. gr. xv. Aquae Menth. pip. 5j- Misce. To be taken every three or four hours. In Spasmodic Asthma, — Dr, C, T. Wji^LiAMS, THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS, 185 1095 Chloral. Hydrat. 5 iss. Aquae Aurantii Ploris, Misce. A sixth part at completion of first stage of labour : another dose in about twenty minutes ; and again in about an hour. As an Ancssthetic during Labour, — Dr. W, S. Playfaie, 1096 Chloral. Hydrat. 5j. Sp. Etheris. 5ij. Liq. Opii Sedativi, 5ss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5iij. Sp, Chloroform!, 5>j- Aquae, ad ^vj. Fiat migtura, 1 A tablespoonful every two hours. In Obstinate Dysmenorrhoea , — Dr. Lombe Atthill, Chloralum, See Alpminii Chloribum. Chloboeormtjm. Chloroform^ See J^ther. CHLORUM. Cals Chlorata. Liq, Sodje ' CHLOEAT.E. Chlorine, and Chlorinated Lime, and Soda, Chlorine, and also Chloride of Lime, and Chlorinated Soda, which owe their properties to Chlorine, are antiseptic and deodorizing. ' Liquor Chlori, Chlorine gas dissolved in water, is a stimu- lant and antiseptic. It is given in the later stages of typhoid fever, scarlatina, and chronic diseases of the liver. Externally, it is used as a gargle in foetid conditions of the mouth and throat ; as a disinfectant in surgical and other diseases ; and in local baths, in hepatitis, &c. Dose, 10 to 20 minims in water, as vegetable infusions convert it into Hydrochloric acid. Antidotes. — Milk, Flour, White of Egg, Albumen. Chloride of Lime is rarely given internally. Externally, it is used as a lotion in foul and indolent ulcers, and some cutaneous diseases. It is a disinfectant. Dose of Liquor Calcis Chloratse, 20 to 40 minims. Vapor Chlori (Chlori- nated Lime 2 ounces, just moistened with cold water) ; the vapour to be inhaled from a suitable apparatus. 4.ntidotes, — E»ietics, Milk, Flour, White of Egg. 186 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. Chlorinated Soda is stimulant, antiputrescent, and resol- vent. It is given in typhus fever, epidemic dysentery, malignant scarlatina, dyspepsia, glandular enlargements, and chronic affections of the mucous membranes. JExter- nally, as lotion, gargle, or cataplasm, it is applied in all affections accompanied with fetor ; it is also a powerful disinfectant. Dose of Liquor Sodse Chloratm, 10 to 20 minims. Cataplasma Sodse Chloratse for sloughing ulcers. For disinfecting sick rooms and the clothes, &c., of the patient, and deodorizing discharges. Chlorinated Soda is better than Chloride of Lime j one part is to be mixed^ with 30 or 40 of water. 1097 Liq. Chlori. f 5ss. Aquae, f ^iss. Syr. Papaveris, f ^ss. Fiat liaustus, sexta quaque liora sumendus. Dr. Copland. 1098 5> Solut. Chlori. (Midd. Hosp.), 5ij. Aquae, Oj. Misce : suniat cochl. j ad ij frequenter in die, pro ratione aetatis. In Scarlatina.— Dv. Watson. 1099 ' ^ Liq. Sodae Chloratae f5vj. Potassae Bicarb. 5iij. Sodae Tart. 3 vj. Sp. Ammon. Arom. f 3iv. Aquae, f^x. Fiat mistura, cuius sumat partem sextam bis die. H. J. 1100 Liq. Sodae Chloratae, f 5iiss. Inf. Serpentariae, f 5vj. Syr. Aurantii, f ^iss. Misce ; fiat mistura. Capiat cochl. ampla duo quartis horis. In the advanced Stage of Typhoid Fever. — Dr. Nelioan. 1101 Liq. Sodae Chloratae, Jss. Aquae, 5iv. Misce. To be taken by spoonfuls during the day, in the intermission. - In Intermittent Fevers. — Gofzee. 1103 Calcis Chloratae, gr. iv. Aquae, 5x. Tore simul, cola, et adde Syrupi, 5ij. Fiat liaustus. In Fidrid and Scarlet Fever^ THE BOOH OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 187 1103 9: Calcis ChloratEe, ^ss. Opii piilv. gr. X. Misce : fiant pil.* x. Capiat iiiiaiu ter die. In Gangrene of the Lungs.'^Yiv. Dung-lison. 1104 9 Calcis Chloratae, gr. viij ad xvj. Pulv. Tracag. co. 5iss. Syrupi, q. s. riant pilulse xxiv. Capiat ij bis die. Dr. Copland. 1105 9 Calcis Chloratee, 3j. Opii pulv, gr. iij. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. ut fiant pil. xviij. One every two or three hours, gradually increasing the dose until 10 or 12 are taken daily. In Gonorrhoea , — Geaepe. 1106 9 Calcis Chloratse, gr. x. Aquse, f ^iiiss. Tinct. Calumbse, f ^ij, Syrupi, f^ss. Misce. A teaspoonful to be given every liour. In Tgphus Fever . — Dr. Reid. 1107 9 Becocti Avenae, f ^xij. Calcis Chloratse, 3ss. Sodii Chloridi, 5j. Fiat enema. Dr. Reid. 1108 9 Calcis Chl'ratse, ^ij. Aquae destil, 3xj. Solve, cola, dein adde ; Mellis Rosae, 3j. Fiat liquor quo gingivas saepe gargarizet. In excessive Salivation . — Dr. Neligan. 1109 9 Inf. Cinchonae, f 3iij. Liq. Sodae Chloratae, f 5j. Fiat collutorium. In Cancrum Oris . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1110 9 Biq. Chlori. 3ss. Aquae, ^iv. Syrupi, 3ss. G. Tragacanthae, 9ss. Fiat gargarisma. Ratiee, 1111 9 Sodae Chloratae, liq. 3iss, Decoct. Cinch, dav. 3v. Mellis Rosae, 3iss. Sp. Caryophilii (prius cum aliquot sacchari triturari) T|\iv. M. Fiat gargarisma. To correct Fetor of the Breath . — Teoussead and Reveil, 188 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1112 9 , Calcis Chloratae, 3 ]. Aquae, Oiiss. Tere simul, cola, et adde Acidi Hydrocyaiiici, 5 j. Piat lotio. For Itch. — Derheims, 1113 9 Calcis Chloratae, ^ Boracis pulv. 5 j. Adipis, Piat unguentum. For Chilblains. — Trusen, ^CHONDRUS CRISPUS. Carrageen. Irish or Pearl Moss {Chondrus crispus) is nutritive and demulcent ; and is rather an article of diet than of medi- cine. It is given in catarrhal diseases, haemoptysis, irrita- tions of the bladder and kidneys, diarrhoea, dysentery, &c. It should he washed in water before boiling : the decoc- tion may he taken almost ad libitum. 1114 9 Chondri Crispi, 5ij. Lactis recentis, Oj. Coque ad consistentiam gelatinosam, et adde Sacchari albi, 5j- Amygd. Amarar. No. 2. Misce. The whole to be taken in the day. In Consumptive Diseases. — Radius . 1115 9 Chondri electi, 5ss. Aquae, q. s. Coque ad 5vj, cola, et adde Sodffi Phosphatis, 5iss. Syr. Opii {vel Papaveris), 3ij. Misce: capiat cochl. amplum secunda quaque hora. In Scemoptysis, — CUARUS. 1116 9 Inf- Chondri Crispi, f ^iss. Inf. Absinthii, f ^ij- Tinct. Valerianae, Syr. Zingiberis, ana f5ij. Misce : capiat partem tertiam trihorio. To expel Lumbrici. — Dr. Nelioan, 1117 9 Condri electi, 5iss. Aquae ^xij. Coque, ad ^vss, cola, et adde Syrupi Rupi Idaei (Raspberry), 5iss. Aquae Amygd. am. cone. ■»y|_xx. Misce. The whole to be taken in the course of a day. Von Graefr. 189 0?HE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. CINCHONA, Peruvian Bark is obtained from several species of Cinchona. The officinal species are: Cinchona flava (Cali- saya), yellow cinchona; Cinchona pallida (Condaminea), pale cinchona ; and Cinchona rubra (Succirubra), red cinchona (Nat. Ord. Cinchonacece). The first is the most valuable; the pale is given where a lighter tonic is re- quired ; the red is seldom employed. All of them are tonic, antiperiodic, and somewhat astringent. They are given in intermittent and remittent fevers; in atonic dyspepsia ; in debilitated conditions of the general system ; in acute infiammations of tissues and organs ; in low chronic infiammations ; in neuralgic affections. Externally, they are astringent and antiseptic, and are applied in powder to unhealthy ulcers ; in gargle, to putrid sore throat ; and as a dentifrice to spongy gums. The principal alkaloid on which the virtues of Peruvian Bark depend, Quinia, is used as a substitute for the Bark itself. Quinia and its salts will be noticed elsewhere — see Quinia. The B. P. uses the yellow bark always, except in the Compound Tincture. Dose of Cinchon Cinchonse flavse p. 5j* Ferri Carb. Sacchar. 5ss. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s. Fiat electuarium. Dosis, drachma una bis terve die. Dr. Baeclay, Me book of prescriptions, iS>l 1128 Pttlv. CinchonEe flav. ^iss. Pulv. Valerianse, P. bacc. Junip. ana 3ij. Mellis, q. s. M. ut fiat electuarium. (Dose, 5ss twice daily for adults ; gr. viij for children.) In Debility or Indigestion , — Trousseau and Reveiu. 1129 Decocti Cinchonse, f 5x. Acid. Sulph. dil. n\v. Syr. Aurantii, Tinct. Cardam. co. ana f 5j- Fiat haustus, quartis horis vel sextis horis repetendiis. Tonic, — Mr. Brande. 1130 9> Decocti Cinchonee, f 3x. Pulv. Cretse Aromat. 9j. Tinct. Cinchonse co. f3j. Fiat haustus quarta quaque hora sumendus. Tonic and Cordial, — Dr. Heberdek. 1131 Inf. Cinclionse, Inf. Rosec, ana '^iv. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. iij ampla ter in die. In Convalescence,— Joy. 1132 Decocti Cinch, pal. fervent, ^viij. Serpentariee rad. cont. 3ij. Stent per horam, et colaturse admisce Sp. Cinnamomi, f 3j, Acidi Sulph. dil. f 3iss. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. ij sexta quaque hord. Dr. Prinole. 1133 Cinchonse, 3vij. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. 5j. Tinct. Capsici, 3ss. Tinct. Serpentariee, 3iij. Syr. Papaveris, 3iiss. Fiat mistura. Capiat cochl. ij vel iij ampla 4tis horis. Dr. Copland. , 1134 Decocti Cinchonse, 3vij. Liq. Ammon. Acet. 3ij. Sp. .^theris Nit. 3j. Fiat haustus, quartis horis repeteudus. In JErysijpelas of the Aged and Debilitated , — Dr. G. GREGORY. 1135 9> Decocti Cinchonse, f 5xij. Tinct. CinchoriEC, f 3j. Acidi Nitrici dil. rqix. Syr. Aurantii, 3j. Fiat haustus. In Typhus levers 8fc, — Dr. A, T. THOMSON* a?HE BOOK OP PEESCEIPl^IOitg. 1&2 1136 1137 1138 9> Becocti Cinclionae, Jiiss. Inf. Gentiause co. 5 j. Tinct. Cascarillse, 5 ij. Liq. Potassse, 5 ij. Fiat mistura de qua sumantur coclil. duo ampla bis de die. Dr. Pearson. 5*. Decocti Cinchonse, f ^viiss. Ammon. Garb. 5 ss. Syr. Zingiberis, f 3 SS. Misce : dosis, pars sexta bis vel ter die. Dr. Deijitt. Decocti Cincbonse, 5ij- Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), ana 3j- Fiat haustus sexta vel octavd bora sumendus. In Chronic Uheumatism , — Dr. Hugh Smith. 1139 Cincbonse pulv. Rbei pulv. ana 5 S 8 . Magnes. Garb. 3j. Pulv. Cretse Aromat. 9ss. Aquse Cinnam. ^iss. Fiat baustus bis die sumendus. In Diabetes, — Dr. Copland, 1140 Cincbonse rubrse i^el flavse), 5ss. Coiif. Opii, 5 j. Succi Limonis f 3 ij. Vini Oporto, f 3iv- Misce : tertia pars tertia quaque bora sumendus. In Inter mitt ents, — Dr. WOOD. 1141 1143 1143 Decocti Cincbonse, 5 xj. Ext. Sarsse Liq. 3 j. Potass. lodidi, gr. iij. Liq. Potassse, n\xv. In Dheumatic Qout, in cachectic subjects. Dr. W. H. Fuller. Decocti Cincbonse, Inf. Rosse Acid, ana 5iiiss. Mellis Rosse, f^j. Tinct. Myrrhse, 5 ij. Acidi Hydrocblor. Tq_x. Fiat gargarisma. Mr. Brande. 5> Tinct. Cincbonse, 5j- Tinct. Cinnamon. 5 j. Acid. Sulpb. Aromat. 5 ij. Vini Hockbeim, Oj. Misce. Four tablespoonfuls twice a day. In Malarial Feter , — Niemetee. 193 iHE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. il44 9» Ext. Cincliouse, 5ij. Aqnse, 5iv. 01. Olivce, 5ss. Tinct. Opiij rqxij. Fiat enema. In Agues {when the stomach will not hear hark alone). Dr. Lind. 1145 Cinchonae Muriat. gr. iij. Morpliiae Hydroclilor. gr. -J. Micae panis, q. s. M. fiant pil. ij hora somni sum. In Sciatica. 1146 1147 9 , Pulv. Cinchonae, 5iij — vj. Decocti Avenae, Oss. Fiat enema. Dr. R. Reece* 9 , Medullae Ossium, 5vj. 01. Amygdalae dulc. 5ij. Pulv. Cinelionae rubrae, 3j. Fiat unguentum. In Porrigo Decalvans * — Biett* CINNAMOMUM. Cinnamon, the bark of Cinnamomum Zeylandicus (Nat, Ord. Lauracece), is a grateful aromatic stimulant. It is a cordial, tonic, carminative, antispasmodi-c, and astringent. It is prescribed in atonic dyspepsia, flatulence, diarrhoea, vomiting, and internal haemorrhage. It is chiefly em- ployed as an adjunct to hitters, purgatives, and to vegetable and metallic astringents. Cassia^ the bark of Cinnamomum Cassia, is used for the same purposes, in the same forms, and in similar doses. Dose of Pulvis Cinnamomi, 10 to 30 grains. Jqua 1 to 2 ounces. Pulvis comp. 3 to 10 grains. Tinctura 1 to 2 drachms. Oleum 1 to 4 minims. *Tinctura comp.y 1 to 2 drachms (Cinnamom, Carda, mom, long pepper, ginger, proof spirit). *Spiritus 1 to 4 drachms (01. Ciiinam ., 1 oz. j Rectified Spirit, 15 ounces). 1148 jpL AquEE Cinnamomi, 3 ij. Aqum flor. Aurantii, 5 ). Sacchari albi, 3ij. Misce. A teaspoonful every hour. In the Vomiting of Infants^ without Inflammation . — Wendt. 13 194 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1149 Pu.lv. Cmnamomi co. 5 j. Aquse Mentlise vir. ^viiss. Sp. Lavand. co. 5 iij. Saccliari purif. 51 j. Misce : sumat 5 iss ter quaterve in die. Dr. Currie. 1150 Tinct. Cinnamomi, ^iss. Aquee Ciimaniomi, 3 viij. iEiheris Acet. 5 iss. Syr. Papaveris, 33 s. A spoonful every quarter or half hour. In Scemorrhacje and Fainting, in Parturition.-- Schneider. 1151 9= Pulv. Cretse Aromat. Oj. Aquse Camphorse, 53 s. Aquae Cinnamomi, 3 j. Fiat liaustus. Dr. Pearson. 1152 9> Mist. Cretse, 5'''* Pulv. Cretse Aromat. 5 j. ,Liq. Ammoniae, 5 j. Tinct. Opii, I'qxx. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. ij p. r. n. In Simjple Diarrhea. — Dr. AlNSLIE. 1153 9> Pulv. Cretae Aromat. gr. xv. Liq. Calcis, 5 xj. Magnes. Garb. gr. vj. Tinct. Lupuli, 5 j. Misce : fiat haustus, ter in die repetendus. In Chronic Dysentery. — Dr. G. GeeCORY. 1154 9^ Sp. Vini Gallici, Aquae Cinnamomi, sing. ^iv. ViteJ. Ovorum, No. ij. 01. Cinnamomi, itxv. Misce : dosis 3 ss frequenter repetendus. Mr. Brande. 1155 9> Pulv. Cretae Aromat. 5 vJ. Tinct. Opii, 5 j. Tinct. Catechu, Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5j. Sp. Chloroformi, ^ij. Aquae Menth. pip. 3 xiij. Misce. Three tablespoonfuls every three or four hours. In Diarrhoea preceding Cholera.^^iv J. Pishee. f’HE BOOS OF PRESCEIPTIOI^S. 195 coccus. Cochineal. Cochineal is an hemipterous insect {Coccus Cacfi)i which feeds on a species of Cactus {Ojpuntia Cochinilliferd). It is chiefly used as a colouring ingredient ; but has been sup- posed to possess anodyne and antispasmodic properties. It has been principally given in hooping-cough, in doses of a few grains; Tinctura Cocci, 30 to 90 minims. 1156 9* Cocci pulv. 3j. Potass. Garb. 5j. Aqute ferveutis, Sviij. Tere simul, et cola. A teaspoonful three times a day, for children. In Sooping-cougJi. — Dr. Allnatt. 1157 Cocci pulv. 3ss. Potass. Garb. 3j. Aquae, f 5iv. Tere aimul et adde Sacchari albi, q. p. Dose, a teaspoonful to a tablespoonful, according to the age. In Coughs. — Dr. Lobb (1765). 1158 9 , Cocci pulv. 3ss. Sodse Bicarb. 9sg. Pulv. Belladonnse, gr. iiss. Sacchari purif. Misce, et div. in pulv. xr. Sumat j quotidie. [Gr. l*16th of belladonna in each.] In Moojging^cough. — M. Yiricel* 1159 9> Cocci pulv. gr. xij. Potass. Garb. 5j. Syr. Simplicis, Aqu8e deatil. Misce. A teaspoonful 'when the attack threatens. In Koo^ping -cough. — KiemeXEBj ^CODEIA. One of the alkaloids obtained from opium. It is weakei^ than morphia, but its dose and effects are not satisfactorily determined. It has been given in diabetes in doses of 1 to 2 grains three times a day. Syrupus Codeicc is used in hoop- ing-cough ; dose, 1 to 2 drachms. 196 1?HE BOOK CP PEPSC&IP^IONS. #COFFEA. CAFFEINA. Coffee and Caffeine. Coffee (the seeds of Coffea Arabica^ Nat. Ord. Cinchonacece)^ 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 medi- cinally, more particularly for the relief of hemicrania. The dose of unroasted coffee is a scruple of the powdered berries every hour during the intermission of intermittent fevers. It is also given in the form of a strong decoction, which is sometimes combined with lemon juice. The dose of Caffeine is a grain, repeated every hour or two. Hoasted 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 1 to 2 ounces of ground coffee to a pint of boiling water. It has 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. 1160 5* Coffeae (non tostae), 3j* Aquae, Coque ad ^vj et cola. The whole to be given in three doses during the intermission. In Agues. — Dr. Grindel. 1161 V- Cofftse tostae, 5vj. Aquae ferventis, Oss. Fiat iufusum. The whole to be taken during the day. In Albuminuria. — M. HoKORE. 1163 Ijt Caffeinae, gl*. vij. Aquae destil. ^iO- Acidi Hydrochlor. n\ij. gyr. flor. Aurantii, ^ss. MisCG. A tablespoonful every hour or two, as required. In Hemicrania^ S^c. COLCHICUM. The seeds and bulb (cormus) of Colcliicum auiumndte (Nat. Ord. Melanthacece) are irritant, diuretic, vascular, de- pressant, and purgative. Colchicum increases the action of THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 197 the liver, kldueys, and skin, and diminishes that of the heart. It is almost a specific in relieving the paroxysm of gout. It is given in acute rheumatism, other inflammatory affections, and in dropsy. In large doses it is a narcotico-acrid poison. Eigenmann recommends Vinum Colchici in gonorrhoea, with Tinct. Opii, low diet, and warm baths. Dose of Pulvis Colchici Cormi, 2 to 8 grains. Extracts, n Colchici, 1 to 4 grains. Jceticum, 1 to 2 grains. Vinum 10 to 30 minims. Tinctura Seminum, 15 to 30 minims. *Acetum 30 to 60 minims. * Tinctura comp., 15 to 30 minims. 4 * Vinum seminis, 20 minims. Colchici semina, 3 to 10 grains. Antidotes. — Emetics, afterwards demulcent drinks ; if there be coma, coffee, ammonia, brandy, &c. 1163 Palv. Colchici, gr. iij. Potass. Sulpliat. gr. ir. Potass. Bicarb, gr. iij. Tere simul ut fiat pulvis. In Wheumatismf Gout^ and Inflammatory Affections. Mr. Haden. 1164 Pulv. Colchici Cormi, gr. v. Pulv. Rhei co. gr. x. F. pulvis. (Every three hours, until the face is blanched.) In Sthenic Delirium.— hv. Hamilton Koe. 1165 9= Falv. Colchici, gr. i — ij. Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. ij. Pil. AssAfoetid. co. gr. v. Ext. Opii, gr. ss. riant pilulse duae, bis terve die sumendae. In Chronic Bronchitis. — Dr. Copland. 1166 ^ Aceti Colchici, ^ss. Magnes. 9iv. Syr. Croci {vel Mori), 3SS. Aquae Menthm Vir. Fiat mistui’a, cujus sumat quartam partem sextis horis. In Gout, (^c. — Dr. JoT. 1167 Aceti Colchici, f ^ss. Potass. Acet. ^ss. Aquae Foeniculi, f ^vij. Sp. Juniperi, co. f 5 ss. Misce : supf}ut cochl. ij ampla ter die. Pf. tlOOPEJJ. 198 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTIONS 1168 9, Aceti Colcliici, f — ij. Magnesise, gr. xv — xx. Magnes. Sulph. 5j — ij. Aquae CinTiamomi, f ^ix. Syrupi, f 5j. Fiat haustus. In the laroxysm of Gout , — Sir Chas. Sctjdamobe. 1169 9, Ext. Colcliici Acet. 5j. Pulv. rad. Althaeae, q. s. Eiant pilulae xl. Sumat j pro dosi. Sir C. SCUDAMOEE. 1170 9, Ext. Colcliici Acet. gr. ij. Pulv. Ipecac, eo. gr. v. Eiant pilulae duae, h. 3. s, (St. Gbo. Hosp.) 1171 9 Ext. Colchici, gr. j. Ext. Coloc. CO. Pil. Hydrargyri, ana gr. ij# Fiat pil. bis die sumenda. In Acute Rheumatism , — Dr, G, Geegoey. 1172 9 > Eiilv- Colchici sem. 5 ss. Calomelanos, gr. viij. Pulv. Digitalis, Quin. Sulph. ana gr. xv. Ext. Colocynth. gr. viij. Conf. Rosae, q. s. M. ut fiat massa in pil. xx dividenda. ( 1—4 during the day, at the cora- mencenient of the attack.) In Gout , — Teousseatj and Reveil. 1173 9 Tinct. Colchici sera. Tiuct. Gentianae, ana 5 iij. Misce. From 80 to 40 drops to be taken three times a day. In Chronic Rheumatism , — Blasius. 1174 9 Ext. Colchici Acet. gr. vj. Ext. Rhei, gr. vj. Ext. Aloes Socot. gr. vj. Ext. Belladonnae, gr. j. Misce, fiat pil. vj, sumat j nocte, bis hebdomad. In Gout , — Dr. A. B. Gaeeod. 1175 9 Tinct. Colchici Sem. n\x. Tinct. Digitalis, Tiq^x. Sp. Etheris Nit. nxxxv. Inf. Buchu, 5 j. Misce. To be taken three times a day. fn Cardiac PeUlit^,—Dv, J. M. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 199 1176 9> Ext. Colcliici Acetici, gr. j. Pulv. Ipecacuanlise co. gr. x. Ext. Colocyntli co. gr. iv. I’iant pil. iij. In Injuries of Muscles and Tendons, xcUh Rheumatic Diathesis, Mr. Erichsen. 1177 P> Vini Colchici, tr^xx. Inf. Rliei, f 3x. Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tiact. Cardam. co. f 5j. Eiat haustus h. s. s. Dr. Druitt. 1178 Villi Colcliici, iitxxx. Magnes. Garb. gr. xv. Aquas Cinnamomi, Aquae, ana f ^ss. Fiat haustus, vespere sumendus. In the Raroxysm of Gout, — Mr. Brands. 1179 Vini Colcliici, -n^xx. Potass. Sulpliat. 5iss. Sodae Bicarb. 3ij. Aquae Anethi, f ^iss. Tinct. Calumbae, f 5iss. Fiat haustus cum acidi tartarici grani« quindecim in aquae f ^ss solutis iinpetu effervescentiae sumendus, Dr. Copland. 1180 5“ Magnes. Sulph. 3iij. Magnes. Garb. 3ij. Vini Colchici, f 5iss. Syr. Rlioeados, f 5ss. ' Aquae Menthse pip. f ^iv. Aquae destil. f 3 iss. Misce : sumat cochl. ij larga bis die. In Hcemorrhoids, — Dr. G. Gee OORT. 1181 Vini Colchici, f Jss. Sp. iEtheris Wit. f 5iij. Potass. Acet. 5ij. Aquae, f^iij- Misce. A teaspoonful to be given every four hours. To promote the elimination of urea. In the Delirium of Scarlatina, with deficient Urine. Dr. Bennett. 1183 Vini Colchici, f^ss. Magnes. Sulph. 5iv. Aquae Mentliae, f^vj. Misce : sumat f Jiss ter die. (A pill of opium and antimony at night.) In Acute Rheumatism, — Dr. Hughes. 200 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1183 ^ini Colchici, f 5\j- Solut. Magnes. Bicarb. (Dinneford’s), f 31 SS. • Syr. Croci [vd Mori), f 5 ij. Aquse Campliorae, f ^irss. Misce: suinat coclil. duo quarts quaque hor&. Dr. DnriTT, 1184 Colcli. corm. 5 ss. Morph. Acet. gr. ss. Aquse flor. Aurant. 3 j. Aquse, 5 x. Syr. Aurantii, 3 j. M. Fiat haust. lior^ soiuni sum. In Gout. — Dr. Seymour. 1185 9 , Vini Colchici, rqxxx. Magnes. Sulph. 3 iss. Magnes. Carb. 9j. Aquse Menthee pip. f Jx. Fiat haustus. In Erysipelas. — Dr. Basham. 1186 Aquse Menthse pip. f ^vij. Liq. Ammonise Acet. f Yini Colchici, n\xv. Syr. Mori, f Ai- Misce : fiat haustus ter in die sumendus. In Chronic Eheumatism, ivith (Edema, S^c. Dr. G. Gregory. 1187 Vini sem. Colchici, f 3SS. Potass. lodidi, 5 ij. Liq. Potassse, 5U- Tinct. Zingiberis, f 3 is 8 . Misce : sumat cochl. min. bis quotidie ex aqua tcpid{\. (The pills No. 1188 to be taken occrsionally.) 1188 Ext. Coloc. CO. 3iss. Ext. Acet. Colchici, gr. x. Ext. Hyoscyami, Saponis Hispan. ana 3j. Fiaiit pil. XX. Sumat j, ij, vel iij, hor& somni p. r. n. Mr. Hodgson 1189 Tinct Colchici, Tinct. Campliorae, ana ^ss. Fiat linimentum. In Rheumatism . — Dr. Laycock. 1190 Lin. Saponis, Vigi Colchici sem. f. 5ss. Fiat erabrocatio. Mr, Harvey, THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS, 201 COLLODIUM. COLLODIUM FLEXILE. Collodion, Flexible Collodion, Collodion is a solution of Pyroxyline or Gun-cotton in ether and rectified spirit. (Explosive Gun-cotton is made by acting on cotton fibre with stronger acids. Medicinal Pyroxyline resembles that used in Photography.) If applied to the skin, the ether and spirit evaporate, and an imper- meable layer of pyroxyline remains. It is thus applied as a protection to cuts, sores, wounds, eruptions, ‘‘chaps,’' and sore nipples. It tends to crack and split off with the movements of the body. Flexible Collodion^ containing Canada Balsam and Castor Oil, possesses advantages over it in many cases. Collodion film is readily dissolved by chloroform. Dr. Richardson's “ Styptic Colloid," also intended as an application to wounds, is a saturated solution of Tannic Acid and Pyroxyline in Ether. 1191 5° Collodii, part. c. Acidi Carbolici, part. x. Acidi Tannici, Acidi Benzoici, aa partes v. Misce agitando. To stanch bleeding, — Dr. Pavjiri. 1192 9> Collodii Flexile, 3 j. Morpliiae, gr. viij, Fiat lotio. Paint affected surfaces. In Herpes Zoster , — Bourbon. COLOCYNTHIS. Hitter Apple, Colocynth (the decorticated fruit of Citrullus [_Cucumis~\ Colocynthis ; Nat. Ord. Cucurbitacece) is a drastic, hydra- gogue, cathartic. In excessive doses it produces violent irritation ; but in moderate doses, in combination with other purgatives, it usually operates effectually, without incon- venience or danger. It is administered in habitual constipation and alvine obstruction ; as a revulsive in affections of the brain j ancl 202 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. in the various cases in which an efficient purgative is required. Dose of Colocynthidis Pulpa, 2 to 8 grains. Extractum, Colocynthidis comp., 3 to 10 grains, with extract of Hyoscyamus to prevent griping. Tilula comp., 5 to 10 grains. et Hyoscyami, 5 to 10 grains. *Tinctura Colocynthidis, 20 to 60 minims (Colocynth 1 ounce Star of Anise 60 grains, Rectified Spirit 1 pound). *Enma , for local use. 1193 5b Ext. Colocynth. co. 5j. Saponis duri, gr. x. 01. Meuthee pip. -n\j, Eiant pilulee xij. Capiat ij vel iij pro re nat&. In Costiveness. — Dr. Babington. 1194 Ext- Coloc. co. Ext. Gentianse, ana 333 . Eiant pilulee xij. Dr. Hooper. 1195 9> Pit Coloc. co. 5ss. Pil. Aloes cum Myrrh^, 3ij, Misce, et divide in pil. xvj. Sumat ij p. r. n. In Habitual Constijpation. — Dr. JoY. 1196 9> Ext. Colocynth. co. Pil. Assafoetid. co. ana 5ss. Misce, et divide in pilulas xij. Sumat ij bis die. In D^smenorrhoeay <^c. — Dr. Ashwell. 1197 Ext. Coloc. co. Ext. Aloes Socot. ana 5iss. Saponis Hispan. 5ss. 01. Caryophyll. ni.xv. Eiant pil. xxxviij. Capiat tres hora somni pro re nat&. Dr. Baillie. 1198 5“ Ext. Coloc. co. 3ij. Ipecacuanhae pulv. gr. vj. Saponis duri, 3ss. Ext. Hyoscyami, 5ss. Eiant pil. xviij. Sumat ij h. 3 . quotidie. Dr. Copland. 1199 Ext. Colocynth. co. 5j. Scammonii p. gr. xxiv. Sodm Carb. gr. xij. 01. Mentliae pip. iY\iv. Misce, et div. in pil. xxiv. Capiat j, ij, vel iij, hora somni, p. r. 11 . 4^ an occasional Aperient. — H. J. THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIOKS. 203 1200 5° Ext, Coloc. CO. 3iv. Sc.ammonii pulv, 3j. Ext. Rhei, gr. xij. 01. Cinnamomi, Tt\iv. Saponis duri, gr. vj. Misce, fiant pil. xxiv. Two pills at bedtime, twice a week, or as may be required. Mr. Vance. 1201 Eil. Coloc. CO. 3ij. Ext. Hyoscyami, 3j. Misce, et divide in pilulas xij. Sumat unam vel duas pro re natA. Dr. Hamilton. 1202 9 . Ext. Coloc. CO. Conf. Scammonii, gr. iiiss. Sodas Carb. gr. ij. Eiant pil. ij, omni nocte sumendae. H. J. 1203 5“ Ext. Colocynth. co. 3j. Ext. Opii, gr. j. 01. Cinnamomi, rqj. Fiant pil. iv, statim deglutiendae. In Bilious Colic. — Dr. E. G. Claek. 1204 Ext. Coloc. CO. 5ss. Ext. Opii, gr. j. Misce, et div. in pil. vj, Sumat j, alt. lioris ad effectura. In Ileus. — Dr. JoY. 1205 Ext. Coloc. CO. 3j. Ext. Jalgipae, 5ss. Sapon. duri, 5j. 01. Carui, rqviij. Fiat massa, in pilulas xl distribuenda. In Costiveness ^ in Bilious Habits. — Dr. Feampton. ‘ 1206 9= Ext. Coloc. CO. 5j. Pil. Rhei co. 5ss. Sodas Carb. gr. xij. Fiat massa in pil. xxiv dividenda. Capiat j, ij, aut iij, bora somni p. r. n. As an occasional Purgative. — H. J. 1207 9 Ext. Coloc. CO. 3j. Sulphur sublim. 3ij. Potass. Sulphat. 3iv, Sj’rupi, q. s. ut fiant pil. quinquaginta. Dr. A, T. T90M801T. 204 THH BOOK OF PEESCKIPTIOKS. 1208 9* Coloc. CO. 3j. Pil. Rhei co. 5ss. Ipecacuanhse p. gr. vj, riant pil, xij. Capiat unam vel plures hora somni p. r. n. Dr. Baeok. 1209 9 Coloc. CO. 9ij. Scammonii pulv. gr. xij. Saponis duti, gr. vj. Piat massa, in piliilas xij dividenda, e quibus siiniatur una vel altera pro re nat^i ad alviim officii iraraemorem excitandara. Dr. Paris. 1310 9 Ext. Coloc. CO. 5j. Pulv. llliei, Pil. Hydrargyri, ana 539. 01. Carui, Tqxij. Divide in pilulas xxiv. Duae vel tres pro dosi. Mr. Brande. 1311 9 Ext. Coloc. CO. 3iiss. Pil. Rliei CO. Pil. Hydrargyri, ana gr. xxiv. Sodae Carb. gr. xij. Misce, et div. in pil. xxiv. Sumat j, ij, vel iij, liora somni pro re natft. 1213 H. J. 9 Ext. Coloc. CO. gr. xvj. Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. vj. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. viij. Pulv. Capsici, gr. ij. Misce, et divide in pil. vj. Suniat unam vel duas hora somni p. r. n. 1213 Dr. Joy. 9 Ext. Coloc. CO. 3j. Ext. Jalapse, gr. vj. Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. viij. 01. Cassiae, nqiij. Misce t fiant pil. i. Capiat j, ij, vel iij, li. s. p. r. n. In Indigestion, with Costiveness and deficient Bile, Dr. James Johnson. 1314 9 Ext. Coloc. CO. 3ij. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. xxiv. 01. Cinnamomi, -n\vj. Fiat massa in pil. xxiv dividenda, quarum sumat duas hora somni bis heb- domad^. Mr. Vance. 1215 9 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. xij. Ext. Colocynth. co. 5ss. 01. Caryophilli, ntviij. I'iant pil. viij, quarum sumantur duse vel tres pro dosi. 4.S an active Cathartic. — Mr. Branpe, hoot OF FRESCHIFTIONS. 205 I 2 I 6 9> Ext. Colocyntli. co. Pil. Rhei co. ana 533 . Calomelanos, gr. xi 01. Carui, t>\v. Misce : fiat massa in pilulas xxiv dividenda. Sumat j ad iij li. s. In habitual Constipation^ and at the commencement of Fevers. Dr. Joy. 1217 9 . Pil. Colocyntli. CO. Pil. Rhei co. ana 3ss. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iij. 01. Lavandulse, Tr\_iv. Plant pil. V, primo mane sumendse. A Stomachic Furgative. — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1218 9> Colocyntliidis (ex 533 pulpse), 3iv. Sp. iEtlieris, co. 533 . Syr. A-urantii, ^ss. Misce. A tablespoonful every two hours. In Atonic Dropsy . — Wendt. 1219 Tinct. Colocynthidis, Tinct. Nucis Yom. ana 5ij. Tinct. Pyrethri, 3ss. Misce. Forty drops three times a day in infusion of arnica. In Paralysis of the Lower Limbs , — VoGT. 1820 9> Colocyntli. co. gr. xiv. Calomelanos, gr. vj. Misce. Plant pil. ij. To be taken at once and to be followed in four hours by an ounce of the compound senna mixture. In Urcemia, — Dr. George Johnson. 1221 9= Colocyntli. 53 s. Sodii Chlor. 5 j. Mellis, q. s. M. ut fiat suppositorium. Trousseau and Reveil. ^CONDURANGO. The bark of Ganolobus Condurango (Nat. Ord. Asclepia- dacece) has been introduced from America as a specific antidote to cancer. This has not been verified in Europe. It is, however, said to be useful in syphilis and in intestinal, urethral, and uterine ulcers. It is given in the form of a decoction of the w'ood, and of the wood and bark. 206 d:itE BOOK OE PBBSCBlPflOMS. CONIUM. HemlocJc. Hemlock (Conium Maculatum ; Nat. Ord. JJmhelUfercB) iS a powerful narcotic poison. It is anodyne, sedative, anti- spasmodic, and deobstruent. It is given in cancerous dis- eases (as a palliative); in scrofulous and other unhealthy ulceration ; in goitre ; in pulmonary affections, and hooping- cough ; in neuralgia; chronic rheumatism; skin diseases; enlarged viscera ; and spinal irritation. Externally applied it relieves pain. Conia is the active principle. Bose of Conii Folia, 2 to 8 grains. Extractum Conii, 4 to 8 grains. Succus , 30 to 60 minims. Tilula comp., 4 to 8 grains. Cataplasma . Vapor . * Vrujuentum (fresh hemlock and lard each 1 pound). Antidotes, — Emetics, followed by internal and external stimulants. 1222 I'ol- Conii, 5j. Conf. Rosse, q. s. "Fiat massa in pilulas xx sequales dividenda. Dosis, a pilula una ad duas aut plures bis quotidie. In Consumption^ Chronic Rheumatism^ Lepra, Dr. WiTHERIKa* 1223 Ext. Conii, Pulv. Conii, q. s. _ Fiant pilulm singulis grana duo pendenubus. Initio sumat seger pilulam unam pro dosi, mane et nocte : postea sumat duas, dein tree vel quatuor, et denique augeatur dosis quantum possit. In Cancerous cmd Scrofulous Affections. Stoeeck. 1224 B’ Ext. Conii, Ext. Fapaveris, ana gr. ij. Ext. Stramonii, gr. Fiat pilula. One pill twice a day. In Mastodynia . — RoMBEEa. 1925 B> Ext. Conii, Pulv. Ipecacuanlite co. ana 5j. Misce, et divide in pilulas triginta, quarum sumantur duae horA decubitus. To quiet Cough and Bronchial Irritation . — Mr. Beakde. 207 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1226 9> Ext. Conii, gr. xxxij. Ipecacuaiiliee pulv.*gr. iv. Morpliise Hydrochlor. gr. j. Fiant pilulae viij. Sumat uuam liora sorani. In Consumptive Cough, — Dr. Jno. Htjtchinson. 1227 V° Ext. Coniij 5ss. Scillse pulv. 3ss. Ipecac, pulv. gr. v. Misce : fiant pilulee x. Sumat unam bis terve die. In Chronic Bronchitis, — Dr. G. Gregory. 1228 Ext. Conii, 5j. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. viij. Antim. Tart. gr. iss. Camphorse, 3ss. Fiant pil. xxiv. In Spasmodic Bysuria, — Mr. Allard. 1229 5^ Ext. Conii, 3j. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. vj. Misce ; fiant pilulae xij. Dosis j ad ij bis vel ter die. Mr. Pearson. 1230 Ext. Conii, Ext. Hyoscyami, ana gr. v. Mucil. Acacise, f 3 ij. Tere simul donee quara optime misceantur, et deinde adde Liq. Ammon. Acet. Aquse, ana f 3ss. Syr. Rlioeados, f 3j. Fiat liaustus, quarta quaque hor^ sumendus. In Pulmonary Irritation . — Dr. PARIS. 1231 Ext. Coniij gr. v. Mist. Amygdalm, f 3xiv. Syr. Papaveris, f 3ij. Misce : sumat cochleare unum medium bis vel ter die. To quiet common or Spasmodic Cough . — Mr. Brande* 1232 9> Ext. Conii, gr. iij. Magnes. Sulpli. 9ss. Aqum Carui, f 3x. Syr. Tolu, f5j. Misce : fiat hanstus ter die sumendus. In Hooping-cough. — Dr. G. GREGORY; 1233 Ext. Conii, gr. xij. Aliiminis, gr. xxv. Aquie Ancthi, f 3>ij- Syr. Rlioeados, f 3ij. Fiat mistura : capiat cochleare medium sexta quaque hoiA. [For a child two or three years old.] In the second stage of Hooping-cough, — Dr. G. Bird. BOOI^ OF FBFSCBlPTlOKg. 1234 B Sue. Conii, 5ss. To be taken three times a day. In Chorea. — Dr. James Andrew. 1235 Succi Conii, Potass. Bromid. gr. xv. Aquae, ad. 5j. Fiat haustus. To be taken three times a day. In Dysmenorrhoea. — Dr. Alfred Meadows. 1236 9> Succi Conii, f 3ss. Aquae Camphorae, f ^viiss. Misce : sumat 3ss quarta quaque hora. [The dose to be carefully in- creased until some constitutional effects are produced,] In Rheumatic Rains, Facial Neuralgia, ^c. — Dr. Neligan. 1287 Inf- Cinchonae, f ^rj. Liq. Calcis, f^ixss. Tinct. Lupuli, Succi Conii, ana f 3ij. Misce. A wineglassful three times a day. In Chronic Fezema of the aged. — Dr. NeligaN. 1238 9> Conii, 3j. Aquae, ad gradum 120° calefactae, Oss. Tinct. Conii, f5j. Fiat solutio, cujuo vapor calidus haurietur in pulmonis, infundibuli ope, per horae circiter partem decimain, ter quotidie. In Irritable Coughs. — Dr. Paris. 1239 9 , Coniae, gr. j. Sp. rectificati, it\x. Aquae, f^ss. Inhaletur vapor (caloris ope) ex vase idoneo. (Hosp. FOR Consumption.) 1240 Coniae, gr. iij. Aquae destil. 3 V. Sp. rectificati, 3ij. Fiat colly rium. In Scrofulous Photophobia. — Dr. Fronmuller. 1241 9» Ext. Conii, 3 j. Aquae destil. 3 iij. Tere simul, et macera per horam, dein cola, ut fiat lotio. Dr. DruitT. 1242 9= Fol. Conii, 3j. Aquae, lb. iiss. Decoque ad lb. ij et cola. Sit pro foraentatioue. In Scrofulous Ulceration, Cancer, 8(c, — Dr. JoY. THE BOOK OF PBESCKIPTIONS, 209 1243 9 . Coniee, gr. iij. Adi pis, 5iv. Fiat unguentura. [As a substitute for Unguentum Couii,] CoNPECTio Aeomatica. See Cinnahomum, Coi^TEAYERVA. See Doestenia Cokteateeva. COPAIBA. Balsam of Cojpaiva» Copaiva is an oleo-resin obtained by incision from the stem of Copaifera multi] uga and other species (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce). It is diuretic, and a stimulant of the mucous membranes generally. In large doses it is laxative. It is prescribed specially in diseases of the genito-urinary organs, as gonorrhoea; also in chronic affections of the chest; and in haemorrhoids. 'Externally it is applied to chilblains, and to indolent ulcers. Dose, 20 to 60 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 Copaiba, 15 to 30 minims. , 1341- 9 Copaibse, vf\iv. Syr. Simplicis, Mucil. Acacise, aa 5ij. Misce. To be taken three or four times a day. In Confluent Variola. — Dr. A. Rowand (U. S.). 1345 9 Copaibae, Syr. Tolu, Aquae Menth. Pip. Sp. Vini Rectif. ana ^j. Sp. Etheris Nit. 3 j. Misce. Two teaspoonfuls every two to four liours. In Obstinate Kcemoptysis . — Niemetee. 1246 9 Copaibae, 5j- Mucil. Acaciae, 5j. Aquae, 5vj. Misce : fiat emulsio. Sumat bis die. In Incontinence of Urine, from excessive use of Soda. Dr. Uee. 14 210 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1247 Copaibae, Sp. Lavand. co. ana f 51 'j. Mucil. Acacise, f^ss. Syrupi, 5 iij. Simul tere, dein paulatim affunJe. Aquae, f A tablespoonful twice a day, or two spoonfuls in gonorrlioea. In Chronic Catarrh, Nejphritio Affections, 8(c, f Dr. Wood (U.S.). 1248 5° Copaibae, 5 ss. Mucil. Acaciae, Jiv. Aquae, 5 v. Aquae Pimentae, 5 iij. Misce : fiat liaustus. (St. Bart. Hosp.) 1249 Copaibae, Sp. .(Etheris Nit. ana 5 j. Misce. Fifteen drops four times a day, gradually increasing the dose. In Gonorrhoea , — Sir A. Cooper. 1250 Copaibae, Liq. Potassae, ana f 5 iij. Mucil. Acaciae, 5j. Aquae Mentliae pip. ad f 3 yj. Fiat mistura. Sumat 3j ter die. In Gonorrhoea , — Mr. Milton 1251 5® Copaibae, ^ss. Cubebae, Jss. Liq. Potassae, ^iss. Mucil. Acaciae, 5ss. Aquae destil. ^viiss. Misce : sumat bis die. In the same , — Mr. Bransby Cooper. 1252 Copaibae, ^vj. Tinct. Cubebae, Sp. ^theris Nit. §iss. Liq. Potassae, ^iss. Aquae destil. Misce. A teaspoonful three or four times a day, in water or linseed tea. In the same, 1253 Copaibae, Jss — 5 j. Bals. Peruviani, 3ss. Mucil. Acaciae, 5 j. Mist. Ammoniaci, 3 xj. Tinct. Opii, v(\x. Fiat haustus, mane et vesperc sumendus. ♦ In Consumption , — Sir A. CBlcnTONi THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 211 1254 ^ Copaibse, Bals. Tolu, 5 iss. Mellis optimi, Tinct. Opii, 5 j. Syr. Tolu, 3 J. Misce. A teaspoonful every noon and evening . In Laryngeal Phthisis , — Sir A, Ckichton. 1255 9 , Copaibse, f 3 vj. 01. Terebinth, f 5 ij. Misce : suraat guttas quadraginta ter die ex cyatlio aquse. Dr. Deuitt, 1256 Copaibse, 5ij* Cubebse, ^ij. Aluminis, 3 j. Ext. Opii, gr. v. Dose, a drachm, increased to two drachms, night and morning. In Gonorrhoea . — Dr. Dunolison. 1257 5- Copaibse, 5 v. Ovi unius vitelli. Tere simul, deiu adde Syr. Menthse, 5 ij. Aquse flor. Tilise, 3 iv. M. To be taken in eight doses. In Catarrhs . — Teotjsseau and Reveil. 1258 Copaibse, 5 ivss, subige cum Vitelli Ovi unius, et adde Cubebse, 5 ivss. Couf. Rosse, 3 ss. Eiat electuarium. A teaspoonful three or four times a day. In old cases of Gonorrhoea . — Vogt. [See CuBEBA for other Electuaries, &c.] 1259 Amygdal. decortic. 5 vj. Althsese rad. pulv. 3 j. Catechu pulv. 5 as. Copaibse, 3 iij. Fiat electuarium. 1260 Cerse Albse y. Leni calore liquefactse admisce, Copaibse, 5 iij. Rhei pulv. 5 vj. Fiat massa in pilulas distribuenda. Fifteen grains to be taken several times a day. In Chronic Gonorrhoea ,' — Simon. 212 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 1261 9> Copaibse, 5ij- Magnesias recens calcin. 5j. Tere simul, et sepoiie donee concrescant. Divide in pilulas duceutas. Prom three to six pills three or four times a day. 1263 Copaibae, ^ss. Acidi Benzoici, 5 j. Vitelli Ovi, q. s. Aquae Camphorae, f3vij. Misce : sumat 3j bis die. In Dysuria Senilis. — Mr. Soden. 1263 9> Copaivae, sij. Vitel, Ovi, No. 3. Tere simul, et adde Syr. Tolu, ^ij. Vini Albi, ^iv. Fiat mistura balsamica. Dosis, ^ss. In Chronic Affections of the Urinary Organs. Dr. T. Fuller. 1361 9= Copaibae, 3ij- Liq. Potassae, 3 iij. Aquae destil. 5vij. Coque per quadrantem horae, et tunc adde Sp. .(Etheris Nit. 5 j. Stet per horas duas vel tres. Capiat aeger, liquoris limpidi supernatantis cochleare medium unum ter die. Dr. Pereira. 1265 5° Copaibae, 5j. Mucil. Acaciae, 3ss. Tere simul, et adde Aquae Rosae, 3vj. Fiat injectio. John Hunter. 1366 Copaibae, f3ss. Tinct. Catechu, f5vj. 01. Juniperi, rqij. Mucil. Acaciae, f 5iij. Aquae, f 3v. Misce ; sumantur cochlearia duo ter die. In Gonorrhoea . — Dr. Druitt. 1267 Copaibae, 5ij. Mucil. Acaciae, 3ss. Misce, et adde Liq. Calcis, 3vj. Fiat injectio. In Ulceration of the Urethra^ Rectum, or Vagina. Mr. Abernethy. 1268 Copaibae, 5vj. Vitelli Ovi unius. Decocti Papaveris, 3’j* injectio. In Gonorrhoea. — M, Ricord. THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS. 213 1269 Copaibse (Vilel Ovi sol.), f 5ij- 01. Olivse, f 5ij. Decocti Papaveris, Oss. Tinct. Opii, f 5j. Fiat enema. In Supjpression of Urine, — Dr. E. G. Clark. CORIANDKUM. Coriander Seed (the fruit of Coriandrum sativum ; Nat. Ord. Umhelliferce) is aromatic, stimulant, and carminative. Its principal use is to cover the taste and correct the griping property of senna. Dose of the Seed, 20 to 60 grains. Oleum Coriandri, 1 to I minims. ^CORNUA CERVINA. Sarishorn. Hartshorn shavings yield a jelly which is demulcent, hut 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 Hartshorn, as obtained by distilling hartshorn, or bones, is a solution of carbonate of ammonia, containing, as originally prepared, some empy- reumatic animal oil ; but what is sold now under the name may be regarded as identical with a solution of pure car- bonate of ammonia. See Ammonia, for prescriptions. ♦CORTEX ALSTONIflG. The hark of Alstonia scholaris (Nat. Ord. Apocyneci) is an aromatic astringent hitter. It is much esteemed in the East Indies for chronic diarrhoea and dysentery. Dose of the powdered bark, 3 to 5 grains ; or a teaspoon- ful of the tincture (made with three ounces of bark to a pint of proof spirit). 1270 9- I*alv. Cort. Alstonise, 3ij. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. iij. Pulv. Khei, Ext. Gentianse, ana 3j. Misce, et div, in pil. xxir. Sumat ij bis die. 214 THE BOOK OF PEESCBIPTIONS. CREASOTUM. 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 in allaying vomiting, when unconnected with in- flammatory conditions and structural disease of the stomach. It is particularly useful in hysterical vomiting, and that of pregnancy : sea-sickness has been sometimes relieved by it. It has also been given in neuralgia, diabetes, chronic rheu- matism, consumption, malignant cholera, cholera infantum, bleeding from the intestine, chronic gonorrhoea, and gleet. 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, chronic skin affections ; and as a gargle in salivation. The vapour checks excessive expectoration, in bronchitis, and corrects the foetor in pulmonary abscess, &c. Dose of Mistnra Creasotiy 1 to 2 ounces. Unguentum . Vapor . Tnhalalion. * Liquor Carlonis Detergens for external use. 1271 Creasoti, rr\iv. Aquse, Misce. In tablespoonfiii doses. In Chronic Gastric Niemexee. 1272 Creasoti, Tixx. Glycyrrhizee p. Misce, fiat massa, in pil. xij dividenda. Snmat j ter die. In Neuralgia, Chronic Mheumatism, and Bronchitis, Dr. Joy. 1273 B. Creasoti, nxj—v. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. iv^xv ad 5 j. Aquse, f^iss. Fiat liaustus. When the pain is severe, add tinct. camphorse comp, f 3 j. In Diarrhoea , — Mr. Kestevek. I274 9 > Creasoti, rr^vj. Pulv. Tragacanthse, 3ss. Aquce Camphoree, f 3vj. Misce. A sixth part to be taken for a dose. In olstinate Vomiting, ^c» THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 21 . 1275 Creasoti, Belladonnee pulv. gr. xij. Misce ; fiant pi], xij. Sumat imam ter die. In Vomiting in Pregnancy, — PitsCHAPT 1276 Creasoti, Tt\j. Aquae Camphoree, Inf. Geiitianse, ana f 5vj. Fiat liaustus. • Dr. DUNGLISON. 1277 Creasoti, tytj. Sp. Juniperi, n\xx. Aquae destil. f 5j. Fiat liaustus, secundis vel tertiis lioiis sumendus. In Chronic Diarrhoea^ with Vomiting. — Dr. Neligan. 1278 5^ Creasoti, 5j. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, Galbani colaii, ana 5ss. Altliaeae rad. pulv. 5ij. Fiat massa, in pil. 120 dividenda. Six pills to be taken four times a day. Kieoh. 1279 9 , Creasoti, 5j. Pecocti Amyli, f ^xij. Fiat enema. In Camp Dysentery. — Dr. Willmott. 1280 5^ Creasoti, 5ss. Aquae destil, Oj. Fiat lotio. In Itch, Impetigo Sparsa, <^c. — Dr. Dxjnglison. 1281 9* Creasoti, 3j. Aquae destil. 3x. Fiat lotio. As a preventive of Bed-sores. 1282 Creasoti, i^x. Aceti, f 5ij. Aquae, f^ij. Fiat lotio. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil. To Cancers and Phagedcenic Ulcers, — Short. 1283 9 , Creasoti, Tr^ij. Aquae destil. 3ij. Misce : fiat lotio. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil. To Inflamed Byelids .^ — G. T. Black. 1284; 9> Creasoti, 5ss. Inf. Salviae, Oj. Fiat collutoriiim. In Mercurial Salivation. — Dr. PAXTLCOK, 216 0:1IE BOOK OP PBESCHIPTIONS. 1285 9 , Creasoti, -rixiv. Tinct. Galbaiii, f3ij. AquJE destil. f Fiat lotio. To Indolent Ulcers, loith excessive discharge. Dr. Neligan. 1286 5 ; Creasoti, rr\xx. Liq. PotassfE, 3ij. Sacchari albi, 3ij. Tere simul, et adde Aquae destil. f 3viij. Fiat injectio. In Leucorrhoea, — Dr. AllKatt. 1287 5® Creasotij 593 . Carbon. Animalis pur. 3j. Sp. Vini rect. 3iss. Ung. Cetacei, 5iss. Misce : fiat unguentuin. Tor Burns and Scalds, — Dr. SiTTEO. [For children it must be diluted with from two to four times its weight of spermaceti ointment.] 1288 Creasoti, ii\x. Adipis, 3j. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. rtb^ij. Ext. Opii, gr. iij. Fiat unguentum. To hrolcen Chilblains. — Dr. Devergie. 1289 B Creasoti, irtv — Adipis, 5 SS. Fiat unguentum. In Acne, Lepra, ill-conditioned Ulcers, d^c , — Dr. Jot. 1390 Creasoti, ti\x. Adipis pp. 3ij. Opii pulv. gr. viij. Misce : fiat unguentum. Dr. NelIGAN. 1391 B Creasoti, gr. Ixxv. Tinct. Pyrethri, Jiiss. Soak a httle cotton in the mixture, and put it into the hollow tooth. Tor Toothache. — Trousseau and Reveil. 1392 5® Fiq. Carbonis Detergen, Zinci Oxidi, 3iij. Calaminae purse, 3iij. Glycerini, 5iij. Liquor Calcis, 3^. Fiat lotio. In Tczenia.—Dr, Dycb DucKWOETH. Creta PRiEPAEATA. Sce Calcis Caebonas. ME BOOK OK PRESCRIPTIONS. 217 CROCUS. Saffron. Saffron (tlie stigmas of Crocus sativus, Nat. Ord. Iridaceoi) is reputed exhilarant, antispasmodic, and emmenagogue ; bub it is little depended upon for these purposes in this country. It enters into several tinctures, chiefly as a colouring in- gredient. 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 Pulvis Croci, 5 to 30 grains. Tinctura — is used for colouring. CROTONIS OLEUM. Croton Oil. This oil is expressed from the seeds of the Croton Tiglium (Nat. Ord. Euphorhiacece), a plant of the East and West Indies. Croton Oil is a most powerful hydragogue cathartic, generally very speedy in action. It is given in very obstinate constipation, in dropsy, in apoplexy or paralysis where a speedy action of the intestines is desired ; and 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. Externally it is used as a rubefacient and counter- irritant in rheumatism, neuralgia, inflammations of the chest, and glandular enlargements. Dose of the Oil, 1 to 3 drops. Linimentum Crotonis as a counter-irritant. Antidotes . — Emetic of sulphate of copper, followed by mucilaginous drinks and opium to check the diarrhoea. 1393 9. 01. Tiglii, -nxv. Saponis, Pulv. Acacise, ana 3j. Misce, et divide in pil. xx, quar. sum. j— to iij pro dosi. SUNDELIN. 1994 9 01. Tiglii, 01. Caryopliylli, rqj. Micffi panis, q. s. ut sit pilula, statim sumenda, et liorio duahus interpoBitis, nisi viam sibi prius faciat, repetenda. Dr. Pahis, 218 TH33 BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIONS. 1295 9» 01- Tiglii, r>\j. Pulv. Aloes, q. s. ut fiat pilula. Dr. Hoopee. 1296 9> 01. Tiglii, TTtiij. Pil. Colocynth. co. 5j. Misce, et div. in pil. xij. Sumat j tertiis horis In Colic , — Dr. R. B. Todd. 1297 9- 01. Tiglii,mj. Ext. Colocynth. co. gr. v. Pulv. Rliei, q. s. Misce, et div. in pil. ij. Dr. Hoopee. 1298 Colocynth. co. 5j, 01. Crotonis, rr^vj. 01. Menth. pip. rq_v. Misce, ut fiant pil. xij. Sum. j pro dosi. In obstinate Consti^pation. — Dr. Ryan. 1299 9 . 01. Tiglii, uiij. Pil. Coloc. CO. 3j. Pil. Galbani co. 3ij. Misce, et divide in pil. xij, quarum sumat tres nocte. In Facial Neuralgia. — Dr. Geeooey. 1300 9 . Pulv. Opii, gr. iij. 01. Crotonis, it\v. Misce: fiat pilula. In Asiatic Cholera, lohen a draught (see 1305) cannot he given on account of the Vomiting. — Dr. MoGeegoe. 1301 9* 01. Tiglii, n\j. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iij. Ext. Anthemidis, gr. v. Syrupi, q. s. Fiant pil. ij. Sumat j vel ij alternis auroris. In JEpilepsy. — Dr. Thomas. 1302 9> 01. Tiglii, niij. Mucil. Acacim, 5ij. Aquee, 5j- Miace. Sumat partem 4tam 4tis horis. Dr. Dunglison, 1303 9> 01. Crotonis, Yn.iij. 01. Amygd. 3ss. Pulv. Acacise, 5ij. Tere bene, et adde gradatim Syr. fior. Aurantii, ^j. Aquae Anthemidis, Misce. A tablespoonful to be taken every two hours, until it operates. Phcebus. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 219 1304- 9> 01. Crotonis, Tr^lij. Pulv. Acaciae, gr. iij. Tere simul, et adde Syr. simp. 5ss. Inf. Authemidis, M. In one or two doses. Strong Purge . — Teousseau and Reveil. 1305 9 , 01. Crotonis, rr\.v. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3j. Pulv. Opii, gr. V. Pulv. Acaciae, 5ss. Aquae, ^iss. Misce, ut fiat haustus, statim sum. In Asiatic Cholera , — Dr. McGeegoe. 1306 9> 01. Crotonis, frtiij. 01. Ricini, fidisce. One tablespoonful every two hours with opium gr. ^ to 1, three times daily. In Colic . — Niemeyee. 1307 ^ 01. Crotonis, 3iij. 01. Olivae, 5v. Misce : fiat linimentum, lateri hor^ decubiths infricandura. Dr. Q. Bxjbeows. 1308 01. Tiglii, yy\xx. Lin. Camph. co. Misce. 3ij rubbed over the fore part of the neck night and morning, until a full crop of pimples appear. In Ajphonia. — Dr. Geaves. 1309 1310 9> "01. Tiglii, Tvxx. Lin. Saponis, 3j- Tinct. Opii, ^ss. Misce, et fiat linimentum. Irritant in Chest Affections^ <^c. — Dr. HOOPEE. 01. Crotonis, 3iss. 01. Cajaputi, 3j. 01. Olivae, 3x. M. Five minutes’ friction night and morning over the epigastric region. In Chronic Inflammatory Dyspepsia. — Dr. Ross. 1811 5L 01. Tiglii, nxx. Adipis, 3ss. Misce : fiat unguentum. Infricetur ad nucis magnitudinem bis terve in die, donee appareat eruptio cutanea. Counter-irritant in Laryngitis, Neuralgia, ^'c , — Dr. Joy. 220 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. CUBEBJi:. Cubebs, tbe'fniitof Cubeba officinalis (Nat.Ord.P^^^r^re^e), are carminative, stimulant, and diuretic. Their use is almost confined to the treatment of affections of the gen ito- urinary organs. They are specially given in gonorrhoea. The essential oil is expectorant. Dose of Pulvis Cuhebce, I to 2 drachms. Tinctura , 1 to 2 drachms. Oleum , 5 to 20 minims. 1312 5® Cubehm, 5j. Sacchari albi, 5ij. Mucil. Acacise, f ^ij. Aquae Cinnam. f 5vj. Misce : sumat cochl. ij magna ter in die. In Gonorrhoea and Gleet . — Dr. Joy. 1313 5® Cuhebae, 3ij. Sodrn Bicarb. Potass. Tart. Acid, ana Oss. Misce : fiat pulvis ter die sumendus. In the same.—Dv. Druitt. 1314 5^ Cubebse, 5ij. Aluminis, 35s. Misce, et div. in pulv. ix. Sumat unum ter die In Gonorrhoea. — M. Ricord. 1315 5® Cubebrn, 33s. Mellis despumati, q. s. Misce. A teaspoonful three times a day. 1316 5® Cubebae, Ergotrn pulv. 33 s. Pulv. Cinnam. co. 3ij. Sacchari albi, 5 j. Misce, et div. in chartulas viij. Sumat j ter quaterve die. In Leucorrhoea, Gleet, <^c . — Dr. M. Ryan. 1317 9> Cubebee, 3 j. Copaibse, 5j. Pulv. Acacise, 3j, Syr. Hemedcsmi, q. s. Fiat electuarium. Sumat 3 j ad 3 ij ter die. In Gonorrhoea. / THE BOOK OF PE-ESCKIPTIONS. 221 1318 Copaibce, Acacise pulv. ana 5 ij : terendo bcnc mixtis, adde Cubebse, 5 ij. Misce, et fiant boli No. vj. Sumat j ter die. 319 1320 9> Cubebae, 5j- Acaciae puiv. ^ss. Syr, Papaveris, f 5 j. Aquae Cinnamomi, f ^vij. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful three or more times a day. Dr. Hooper. ■p, Cubebae, ^iss. Copaibae, 3 J. 01 . Mentbae pip. nx' hj- Sp. iEtheris Nit. nxxv. Sacchaii pulv, q. s. Fiat pasta. The whole to be taken in four days, wrapped in wafer-paper. In Gonorrhoea. — M. Boijchardat. 1321 Cubebae, 5i>j. Copaibae, 3 X. Magnesiae, 5 ss. Syr. Cydoi.ii, q. s, fiat electuarium. Make into boluses the size of a nut ; three to be taken 3 times a day. In Gleet. — Trousseau and Reveil. 1323 5° Cubebae, ^ss. Conf. Sennae, 3 ij. Syrupi, q. s. ut fiat electuarium. In the beginning of an attaclc of Gonorrhoea. — Dr. HoOper. 1323 ^ Cubebae, 3ss. Copaibae, q. s. Fiat pasta. A teaspoonful three times a day. In Gonorrhoea (repeated attacks). — Mr. Erichsen. 1331 Copaibae, 5 ij. Cubebae, 3 ss. Cerae Alb, q. s. Misce, fiant pil. cxx. Ten pills three times a day, afterwards four times a day. In Gonorrhoea. — Niemeyer. 1325 9 , Cubebae, 3j- Aquae ferventis, Oj. Fiat injcctio. Dr. Dunglison. 1336 9 Cubebae, 3j. Ext. Belladonnae, 3 j. Aquae feiventis, Jxvj. Macera, ut fiat injectio. M. Chevalliee. 222 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. CUPRUM. Copper (compounds of). The salts of copper are poisonous. In medicinal doses they are astringent, tonic, and emetic. Externally, they are caustic and stimulant. Cujpri Sul;plias. Sulphate of copper is given in epilepsy, chorea, chronic diarrhoea, &c., in doses of a quarter to 2 grains, or 5 to 10 grains as a prompt emetic in poisoning by narcotics. Externally, it is used as a caustic to destroy fungous growths ; as a styptic to bleeding surfaces ; and in astringent and detergent lotions, injections, and colly ria. Antidotes. — White of egg, albumen. Cupri Suhacetas (verdigris, also termed Ji]rugo) is ex- clusively employed in ointment and plaster, to stimulate and cleanse ulcers ; for recent burns ; and for warts and corns. Cupri Ammonio- sulphas. Ammoniated copper is only officinally employed in a test solution. It has been given as a tonic and antispasmodic, in epilepsy, chorea, &c. Dose, gr. i to J. 1827 9> Cupri Sulphat. gr. j. Syr, Papaveris, 5j. Aquse Anisi, ^iij. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. j min. 4tis Loris. In Hooping-cough {of children). — Mr. Chavasse. 1328 Cupri Sulphat. gr. iij. Medullffi Fanis, 5j. Fiat massa in pilulas xxiv dividenda, quarum capiat aeger unam ter quaterve in die. In Epilepsy, Chronic Eysentery, 8^‘c. — Mr. Beande. 1329 5“ Cupri Sulphat. gr. vj. Mynrhae, gr. xij. Conf. Rosae, 3ij. Fiant pil. xij. Sumat unam sextis horis. I7t Chronic Eiarrhcea, and Eysentery.-^'Dv, Neligan. 1330 Cupri Sulphat. gr. v. Pulv. Rhei, 5ss. Ext. Gentianae, 5j. Syrupi, q. s. Misce optime, et divide in pilulas xx. Sumat j — ij bis quotidie. In Leucorrhoeai Chorea^ JoY» THE BOOK OP PKESCBIPTIONS. 223 1331 Cupri Sulphat. gr. viij. Pulv. Opii, gr. j. Ext. Papaveris, 3ss. Miscc, et divide in pilulas quatuor sequales, quarum sumatur una bis vel ter quotidie. In Chronic Dysentery, — Dr. G, Gee GORY. 1532 5“ Cupri Sulpliat. Ipecacuanha p. ana 5j. Syrupi, q. s. Divide in pil. gr. v. Dosis, pilulse duae ad quatuor, omni secundo, tertio, aut quinto die, mane per se sine ullo liquido. In Dhthisis. — Swediaue’s Dry Dmetic. 1333 Cupri Sulphat. gr. as. Opii Pulv. gr. ss. Conf. Rosae, q. s. ut fiat pil., ter die sumenda. In Chronic Diarrhoea and Dysentery. — Dr. JoT. 1334 Cupri Ammoniati, gr. xij. Ext. Gentianse, Pulv. Calumbae, ana 5ss. Misce optinie. Divide in pilulas xxxvj. Suraat unam bis quotidie. In Epilepsy and Chorea {after purgatives), — Dr. JoY. 1335 Cupri Ammoniati, < Ext. Cannabis Indicae, ana 5j. Misce. Divide in pil. xxiv. Capiat unam ter in die. In Epilepsy {as a palliative in hopeless cases). Dr. J. Gei^ve. 1336 9> Cupri Sulphatis, 3ss. Aquae destil. f 5j. Fiat lotio. To be applied with a camel-hair pencil to the part affected ; when dry, smear the part vritli spermaceti ointment. Repeat the application for two or three days, till the skin appears to be affected. To prevent and cure Chilblains , — Dr. Graves. 1337 Cupri Sulphatis, gr. v. Oxymellis, 5ss. Misce. Apply it with a camel-hair pencil. In Ulcerated Throaty Cancrum Orisy c^c , — Mr. Beande. 1338 Cupri Sulphatis, gr. ^ ad ij. Aquae destil f 5j. Fiat collyrium. Dr. Deuitt. 1339 lyt Cupri Sulphatis, 3ss. Aquse destil Sp. rcctif. f 3 j. Fiat lotio. In Chronic Molluscum.^Dv, NeligaN; 224 ^HE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 134.0 , 9* Cupri Sulpli. wr. j. • Ext. Opii, gr. v. . Aquae, 3j. Fiat lotio. - , . • ‘ - In Sloughing IhagedcBna . — Mr. ErichSEN. 1341 R Cupri Sulphatis, gr. iv ad gr. viij. Aquae, Misce : fiat injectio. Sir A. Cooper, Bart. 1343 Cupri Sulpli. gr. x. Aquae flor. Sambuci, Aquae Camph. aa 3 vj. Fiat injectio. In Uterine Cauliflower Excrescences , — Sir C. Clarze. 1343 9> Cupri Amraoniati, gr. iv. Aquae, 3 viij. Fi it injectio. 1344 Liq. Cupri Ammoniati, rt\xx. Tinct. Opii, f 5ss. Aquae Rosae, f 3iv. Fiat lotio. 1345 9“ Cupri Ammonio-Sulph. ^ss. Morpliiae Acetatis, gr. xv. Fellis Iiispiss. Pulv. Quassiae, ana Oiv. Misce, et div. in pil. centum. Sumat j nocte maneque. Jesse Foot. Dr. Druitt. In Diabetes Mellitm , — Brekdt. CURCUMA. Turmeric, Turmeric (Curcuma longa, Nat. Ord. Zingiber ace ee) is stimulant and carminative, but is not given internally. Paper saturated with its tincture is employed to detect alkalies. CUSPARIA. Cusjgaria or Angustura Earle, Cusparia, the hark of Galipea Cusparia (Nat. Ord. Eutacece), is a stimulant, tonic, and febrifuge ; in large doses, somewhat emetic and purgative. It is given in atonic dyspepsia, inter- mittent fevers, bilious diarrhoea, dysentery, and in conva- lescence from acute diseases. Dose of Fulvis Cusparia, 10 to 40 grains. Infusum 1 to 2 ounces. *Tinctura 1 to 2 drachms (Cusparia 1 ounce, Proof Spirit 1 pint). THE BOOK OF PEESCBI 1346 Cusparite, gr. v. ^ Pulv. Rliei, gr. v. Fiat pulvis, hora ante prandium sumendus. * In 'Flatulence^ with 'Nausea»^^ ^ 1347 Cusparise contusae, 5j. Caryopliylli cent. 5 j. Aqu’se ferventis, Oj. Macera per lioris sex, et cola. Colaturse, f 5 iss. Tinct. Catechu, Syr. Aurantii, ana f 5 ss. Fiat liaustus ter vel quater quotidie sumendus. 1348 Cuspariae, 5vj. Tinct. Cardam. co. 5vj. Aceti destil. ^ij- Misce. Three tablespoonfuls to be taken three times a day. In Indiqestions loith dry tongue and irritation. Dr. Baillie. 1349 5“ Cuspariae, Tinct. Catechu, 5iss. Ipecac. Pulv. 3ss. Misce : fiat haustus. In Internal Hcemorrhage, — Dr, JoY 1350 9 , Inf. Cuspariae, ^vj. Tinct. ejusdem, 3 SS. Pulv. ejusdem. 3j. Tinct. Opii, n\xx. Sp. Lavand. co. rqxl. Misce: administrentur cochl. quatuor quartis horis. In Diarrhoeaj with Exhaustion and Irritability. Dr. E. Gr. Claek. *CYDONIUM. Quince Seed. The seeds of the fruit of Cydonia vulgaris (Nat. Ord. Rosacece) 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. *CYNAEA. ArtichoJce. The leaves of common artichoke (Cynara Scolymus, Nat. Ord. Comj^ositce) yield a bitter juice, which is diuretic, and 226 THE BOOK OF PBESCBirTIONS. was formerly given in dropsical complaints. The juice in- spissated 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. A purgativ^e should precede its use; but care should be taken not to give such doses as will disturb the bowels. Dose of Extractum Cynaree, 2 to 3 grains. Tinctura 4 to 1 drachm. 1351 5“ Ext. Cynarse, 5 j. Sarsse pulv. 5 ss. 01. Sassafras, Fiant pil. xx. Sumat unam ter die. In Rheumatism^ S(‘c. 1352 1353 5b Ext. Cynavse, gr. v. Aquse Camphorse, f 5 xj. Tinct. Cynarse, f 5 j. Fiat haustiis, ter die suraendus. In Rheumatic^ Goutyy and Neuralgic attaclcs. Dr. Badelfy. 5 ^ Ext. Cynarse, gr. v. Mist. Guaiaci, ^iss. Liq. Opii Sedat. n^vj. Fiat lianstus. In the same cases. 1351 9 , Tinct. Cynarse, Potass. Bicarb. Syr. Papaveris alb. 5ss. Aqufe Campb. ad. 5 viij. Misce. Two tablcspoonfuls every four hours. In Rheumatic Fever. — Dr. E. Copeman. *DAUCUS CAKOTA. Carrot. The root of the cultivated carrot (Daucus Carota sativus, Nat. Ord. Umhelliferece) is applied to foul, indolent, slough- ing, 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, 30 to 60 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. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 227 ^DELPHINIUM STAPHISAGRIA. Stavesacre. *DEL- PHINIUM CONSOLIDA. LarTcs;pur. ^DELPHINIA, Del^Jiine. Stavesacre seeds (D. StapLisagrla, Nat. Ovdi. RanunculacecB) are emetic, cathartic, and vermifuge, in large doses acting as an irritant poison. They have been given in lepra, prurigo senilis, and chronic eczema; but their principal use is for destroying lice and for curing the itch ; for which purposes JJnguentum StapJiisagricB or Decoctum StapliisagricB are used. LarJcspur seeds (D. consolida) have been given in spas- modic asthma. Del'pTiinia is the active principle of both the above, and has been used in neuralgic and rheumatic pains, and local paralysis, as a substitute for veratria. 1355 Sem. Stapliisagrise, 3SS. Aquse, Oiss. Coque, cola, et adde Ext. Papaveris, ^ij. Fiat lotio. A small quantity to be applied to tlie parts affected. In Itch. — Ranque. 1356 5® l^xt. Staphisagrise, Oxidi Zinci, ana 5ss. Adipis, 3j. Fiat unguentum. ' In Chronic Eczema. — M. Bazin. 1357 Sem. Staphisagriae, p. 5ij. Ung. Ceree albae, 5j. Contere b^ne, et adde Glycerini, 5j. Fiat unguentum. In Itch. — Dr. Neligan. 1358 Delpliinise, gr. viij. Adipis praep. 5ij. Fiat unguentum. To be rubbed over the seat of pain for 10 to 20 minutes. In Facial Neuralgiay — Dr. A. Turnbull. 1359 Delphinise, gr. x ad xxx. Sp. rectificati, f 5j. I'iat embrocatio. Dr. A. Turnbull. 1360 9. 01. Staphisagriae, 5,|. Adipis prcep. 5j. Fiat unguentum. In Frurigo Senilis. — Mr, Balmanno Squire. 228 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. DIGITALIS. Fox-glove, The dried leaves of D. purpurea (Nat. Ord. Scro^Tmla- riacece) are narcotic, diuretic, and sedative ; generally pro- ducing a marked diminution of the force and frequency of the heart’s action. Digitalis is employed to reduce inordinate vascular excitement in some fevers, inflammations, and active haemorrhages; in heart-affections ; as a diuretic in dropsies ; and in delirium tremens. Its action must be carefully watched, as it is cumulative. Digitalinum. Digitalin is the active principle of fox- glove ; it is said to be one hundred times as strong as the powdered leaves. It is rarely prescribed. Pose of Pulvis Digitalis, ^ to grains. Jnfusum , I to ^ ounce. Tinctiira — , 10 to 30 minims. *Succus , 5 to 10 miniins, Digitalinum, to grain. Antidotes, — Recumbent posture, emetics, stimulants. 1361 5 . Inf. Digitalis, f 3iv. Tinct. Digitalis, f 5SS. Potass. Aoet. 5 j. Tinct. Opii, n\v. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful to be taken twice or thrice a day. In Dropsical Affections, — Dr. Paris. 1363 9= IJif- Digitalis, 3 iss. Sp. Ether. Nit. 3 vj. Syr. Simplicis, §ss. Aquam, ad 5vj- Misce. A tablespoonful three times a day. In Acute Nephritis. — Dr. GRAiNaBE Stewart. 1363 9 Ii^f- Digitalis, f 5 iv. Potass. Acet. 3j. Sp. .Etheris Nit. f 5 j. Aquse Cinnamomi, t‘ 5 v. Fiat haustus. 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 Hgdrothorax, — Dr. Joy. 1364 9 Inf. Digitalis, f 5 ij. Sp. iEtheris Nit. f 3ss. Decocti Scoparii, f 3 X. Fiat haustus ter die sumendus. In (Edema, — D:*. Barclay- THE BOOE: of PRESCHlFTIOlfS. 229 1365 Inf. Digitalis, fSiij. Potass. Acet. 5iij. Sp. iEtlieris IN it. f 5j. Liq. Ammon. Acet.f^ij. Misce : dosis, sexta pars. Dr. Hoopee. 1366 Inf. Digitalis, f ^viiss. Potass. INitrat. 5ij. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. n\xiv. Syr. Aurantii, f 5ij. Misce. A tablespoonful every two hours. In Hypertrophy of the Hearty with excessive action. Dr. Copland. 1367 5® Inf. Digitalis, f ^iv. Potass. Acet. 5ij. Sp. .^theris Nit. f 3ij. AquEe Cassim, f ^iss. Fiat mistura. Capiat cochleqre magnum quarta quaque liorA In Cardiac Dropsy, — Dr. A. Kilgoije, 1368 5® Inf. Digitalis, f 5iv. Liq. Ilydrarg. Perchlor. f 5j. Aquae Menthee Vir. f ^j. Tinct. Cantliaridis, rqxx. Misce: fiat haustus bis vel ter in dies sumendus. In Chronic Anasarca. — Dr. Seymoue. 1369 5^ Succi Digitalis, rqxij. Aquae Camphorae, f |j. Syr. Aurantii, f 5ij. Acidi Hydrocy. dil. n\,i. Misce : fiat haustus bis terve in die sumendus. In Nervous Palpitations. — Dr. Neligan. 1370 Tinct. Digitalis, n\x — xx. Aquae Camphorae, f 5x. Tinct. Calumbae, f5j. Fiat haustus, bis quotidie sumendus. In Palpitation^ toith Nervous Irritability, — Dr. Paeis. 1371 Succi Liraonis, ^ss. Potass. Carb. ad saturandum. Decocti Sarsae, 5x. Tinct. Digitalis, i^x — xxx. Mucil. Acaciae, 5ij. Fiat haustus, sextis horis sumendus. In Acute Tubercular Phthisis . — Sir A. CeichtON. 230 THE booh op PBESCBIPTIONS. 1372 9= Tinct. Digitalis, Potass. Nitrat. 5j. Syr. Limon. 5iv. Aquse, 5vss. Misce. Sura, coclil. ij ampla 4td qu^que hoiA. In Menorrhagia. — Dr. West. 1373 5^ Tinct. Digitalis, f 5iss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, f Aqu 0 c Campliorse, f^iv. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat coclil. j min. p. r. n. In Falpitations, with Hypertrophy of the Heart. — Dr. JoY. 1374 Tinct. Digitalis, rqx. Sp. Chloroform, rqxxv. Inf. Bucliu, 3j- Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Simple Cardiac Debility. — Dr. J. M. Fothebgill. 1375 9> Tinct. Digitalis, n\x. Oxymel. Scillse, f 5ss. Aquse Camphorce, Fiat hanstus, quartis horis sumendus. In Chronic Bronchitis ^ with Heart-disease. — Dr. JoY, 1376 Tinct. Digitalis, Tqxv. Aceti destil. f 5j. Syrupi, f 5j. Aquse, f ^iss. Fiat haustus ter die sumendus ad duodecim vices. In Hectic . — Dr. Drditt. 1377 ^ Tinct. Digitalis, f 5iij. Tinct. Scillse, f 5j. Misce. Take thirty drops every four hours. In Dropsy. — HoEif. 1378 Tinct. Digitalis, 5ij. Tinct. Opii, 5j. Aqum, 3 ij. To be given in two doses, at three hours’ interval. In Sthenic Delirium . — Dr. H. JONES. 1379 5^ Tinct. Digitalis, ^ss. Aquae, 5j- M. f. haustus. To be repeated in 4 hours, if sleep is not produced. [This treatment is considered dangerous by other practitioners.] In Delirium Tremens , — Mr. Jones, THE BOOK OE PS-ESCBIPTIOKS. 231 1380 ^ Pulv. D;gitalis, 5j. Assafoetidee, 5j. Piat massa ciimtinct. lavand. comp. q. s., et div. in pil. singulis grana duo pendendbus. One to be taken every morning. 1381 1383 In Chronic Catarrhy Phthisis, and Heart-disease, Mr. Withe KING. 9> Pulv. Digitalis, Pulv. Scillse, ana gr. xij. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xviij. Divide in pilulas xij. One or two to be taken every three hours. In Asthma^ ^c, — Dr. Joy. 9> Pulv. Digitalis, gr. -I— j. Eerri Sulph. gr. j. Pulv. Capsid, gr. |. Ext. Gentianse, gr. ij. M. f. pilula, ter die sum. In Chronic Heart Disease . — Dr. Fotheegill. 1383 Pulv. Digitalis, gr. vj. Pulv. Campliorse, gr. xv. Ext. Hyoscyami, 3iss. Eiant pilulcc duodecim. In Maniacal and Spasmodic Affections, — Dr. Copland. 1381 Pulv. Digitalis, Pulv. Scillm, ana p. ix. Ext. Gentkinse, 9j. 01. Juniperi, iY|_viij. Syrupi, q. s. ut tiant pilulse xij. One to be ta*ken three times a day. In Dropsy. — Dr. PeaeSON. 1385 Pulv. Digitalis, 5j. ' Pulv. Scammoni, 5ss. Pulv. Scillee, 3ss. Ext. Juniperi [vel Taraxaci], q.s. Eiat massa in pil. xxx dividenda. One pill three times a day, vvith a wiiieglassful of water in which nitre has been dissolved in the proportion of 3iv to a quart. In Hydrothorax . — Dr. Debeeyne. 1386 9 . Pulv, Digitalis fo_l. Potass. Nitrat. aa 5ss. Pulv, Sacchari, 5iiss. M. Div. in chartulas 40. (1 — 4 daily for children ; 4 — 10 for adults.) In Inflammations of Lungs and Hearty and in Dropsies. Teousseau and Heveil. 1387 5^ Pulv. Digitalis, gr. vj. Ilydrarg. Subchlor. gr. xij. Pulv. Sacchari alid, gr. xviij. Misce bcnb, et div. in pulvercs sequales xij. Take one powder every six hours. In Hydrocephalus . — Dr. Meeeiman 232 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1388 1389 1390 1391 1393 1393 1394 1895 1396 Pulv. Digitalis, gr. xij. Pulv. Myrrlise, gr. xxiv. Ferri Sulph. gr. xij. Syrupi, q. s. Fiant pil. xij . Sumat unam ter die. In Amenorrhoda, with 'E^ilejgsy . — Dr. Bricht. Pulv. Digitalis, gr. xvj. Hydrarg. Subchlor. 9ss. Pulv. Glycyrrliizse, 3j. 01. Juniperi, q. s. Fiant pil. viij. Capiat binas tertiis vel quartis lioris. In the early stage of Brain Fever , — Beera. Pulv. Digitalis, gr. Quin. Sulph. gr. 1|. Conf. Rosse, q. s. M. fiat piluia. (One to be taken every night for three months.) In Kemicrania , — Debout. 9- Pulv. Digitalis, gr. 1^. Moschi, gr. j. Pulv. Opii gr. M. In Neuralgia , — BoiSON. Pulv. Digitalis, gr. ij. Aquae, 5j- Misce. One tablespoonful twice only. In Cardiac Dropsy . — Niemeter. Pulv. Digitalis, Quin. Sulph. ana gr. j. Confec. Roso3, q. s. Fiat pilula. To be taken three times a day. In Chronic Pleuritis , — Niemeyer. Tinct. Digitalis, Lin. Saponis co. ana §j. Misce ; fiat linimentum. To be rubbed over the abdomen. In Dropsy , — Dr. Christison. 9 . Fol. Digitalis, 5iv. Aquae ferventis, Oj. Macera per horam, et cola. Cloths wet with the infusion to be laid over the abdomen. In Dropsy . — Dr. Duncan. 9 . Digitalini, gr. ^^ 5 . Sp. Rectif. 5 ss. Aquae Ciimamomi, ^iiiss. M. (| for a dose.) Sedative , — Dr. GUY. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 233 1397 Digitalini, gr. Pulv. Scillse, Ext. Taraxaci, ana gr. v. M. et div. in pil. ij. Diuretic. — Dr. Guy. 1393 9> Bigitalini, gr. Kermetis Mineralis, gr. xv. Ext. Digitalis, gr. xv. Excipientis, q. s. M. Div. in pil. 50. (1 — 5 daily for children ; 4 — 10 for adults.) In Inflammatory Affections of the Lungs. Trousseau and Reyeil. Dolichos. 8ee Mucuna. *DUGONG OIL. This Oil has been brought forward as a substitute for Cod Liver Oil. It has very little odour or taste when fresh. DULCAMARA. Bitter-sweet. The dried twigs of Woody Nightshade, Solanum Dulca- mara (Nat. Ord. Solanacece), are regarded as alterative, diuretic, sudorific, and feehy narcotic. It is chiefly pre- scribed in obstinate cutaneous disorders, especially those of a scaly character ; also in scrofula, chronic rheumatism, chronic catarrh, &c. Dose of Infusum Bulcaniam, 1 to 2 ounces. *Extraclum , 5 to 10 grains. 1399 9> Decocti Dulcamarse, f 5xj. Liq. Potassse, f ^ss. Tinct. Chiratse, f 5ss. Misce. Two tablespoonfuls to be taken three times a day. In Slcin Diseases. — Dr. Neligan. 1400 Ext. Dulcamarse, 9ss. Decocti Althseec, ^iij. ^ Vini Opii, n\ij. Oxymellis, 3 iij. Dose for a child of two years, a teaspoonful. In jprotracted Cough. — GOELIS. 234 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1401 Bccocti Dulcamarse, Decocti Malvie co. ana Oss. Fiat lotio. In Slcin diseases^ loith much Irritation. — Dr. HooPEli. ELATE RIUM. Elaterlum is the dried fsecula of the juice of the unripe fruit of a cucurbitaceous plant, Eehalium officinarum. It is a powerful hydragogue purgative, sometimes prescribed in obstinate constipation, but more frequently in renal or cardiac dropsy. In over-doses it acts as an irritant poison. JElaterinaj Elaterine, is the active principle of elateriura. Dose of JElaterium, gr. ^ to Pnlvis Elaterii comp., to 5 grains. Antidotes. — Emollient drinks ; cnemata ; warm baths ; opium, in repeated small doses. 1403 Elaterii, gr. j. Ext. Gentianee, 3j. Misce : fiat pil. viij. Sit closis, pil. j vel ij. Dr. Peeeira. 1403 Elaterji, gr.j. Ext. Ooloc. CO. 3iiss, Ex. Hj^oscyami, gr. xij. Misce : fiant pil. xij. Capiat imam nocte nianeque. In Cardiac Dropsy {when diuretics fail). — Dr. A. Kilgore. 1404 p. Elaterii, gr. ss, Hydr. Subclilor. Pulv. Capsici, ana gr. ij. Conf. Rosse caninee, q. s. Fiat pilula mane sumenda. In Anasarca . — Dr. G. Geegoey. 1405 Elaterii, gr. XV. Potass. Sulph. 9j. Tore simul, et adde Saponis duri, 5j. Ziugiberis pulv. 5iss. Simul contunde, cum aqum q. s., ut fiat massa, in pil sexaginta dividenda. One to be taken every hour till the bowels are freely opened. Speague. 1400 9 , Elaterii, gi’. j. Sp. iElheris Nit. f ^ij. Tinct. Scillse, f^ss. Oxyinellis Colchici, f ^ss. Syr. Rhamni, f 5j. Dosis, f 5j ter die ex aqnd. In Dropsical Complaints . — Dr. Feeeiae. THE BOOK OF PKESCBIPTIONS. 235 Eiaterii, gr. j. Sp. Vini rectif. f 3j. Acidi Nitrici, T»\iv. Fiat solutio. Dosis, r»\xxx. Dr. Moeeies. 9= Eiaterii, gr. j. Ext. Hyoscyami, Piilv. Cinnara. co. aa gr. xxiv. Misce. Fiat pil. xxiv. In Anasarca. — Dr. Alex. Haevey. ELEML A concrete resinous exudation imported from Manilla. Its botanical source is undetermined. It is used as a stimulant topical application, and resembles Turpentine in its action. The only official preparation is Unguentum Elemi. Emetina. See IPECACUANnA. ERGOTA. (SECALE CORNUTUM.) Ur^oi of Rye. Ergot is the grain of rye corrupted by a parasitic fungus, Claviceps purpurea. It is employed to hasten parturition when retarded simply by insufficient uterine action, apd to restrain hgemorrhage. It is given in uterine hsemorfhage and floodings; in pulmonary hasmorrhage; in albuminuria; in amenorrhoea, leucorrhoea ; in some conditions of mania ; in paraplegia and some affections of the spinal cord. It is employed also to expel fibroid and other morbid growths from the uterus. It has been injected subcutaneously in cases of pulmonary haemorrhage and fibroid tumours ; and used as an injection in gleet. A long-continued administration is said to produce gangrene. Ergotine is the active prin- ciple of Ergot. In post-partum hmmorrhage the action of Ergot is accelerated by the addition of Strychnia. The Liquor Strychniae is the best adjuvant. Dose of Pnlvis Prgotm, 20 to 30 grains. Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctura , 10 to 60 minims. Exiractmn Ergot(X Liquidum, 10 to 30 minims, * Ergotine^ 1 to 5 grains, 1407 1408 236 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1409 5 ^ Erg^otse puly. 5 ss. P. Cinnam. comp. 3ss. Sacchari albi, 9ss. Misce, et div. in chart, x. Surnat j secundis vel tertiis horis. In Active KcemorrJiage. — Dr. M. Rtan. 1410 5® Pulv. Ergotse, 5 ss. Divide in pulv. viij mquales. One to be given every three hours, or the whole in twenty-four hours. In Epistaxis and HcBmoptysis, — Dr. Spate AK i. 1411 Ergotae Pulv. 5 ss. Ext. Gentianse, 3 j. Misce, et fiant pilulse xv, cujus surnat aegra unam ter die. In Dysmenorrhoea. — Dr. Dewees. 1412 9= Fulv. Ergotae, jss. Aquae Menthae, Misce. A third part to be taken every twenty minutes. In Labour , — M. SoiJBEiEAN. 1418 9> Ergotae Pulv. 33 . Aquae, f^iij. Coque ad f Jiss. Decocti e foecibus effusi surnat partem tertiam ter decursu horae. In Lingering Labour from Inaction of the UteruSy and in Scemorrhage, Dr. JoY. 1414 5“ Ergotae pulv. gr. xlviij. 01. Sabinae, n\xij . Theriaca^, q. s. Fiat electuarium, cujus capiat sextam partem ter de die. Emmenagogue in simple Atony of the Uterine Organs. Dr. Neligan. 1415 9 . Pulv. Ergotae, gr. iij. Plumbi Acet. gr. ij. Opii pulv. ^r. Mucil. Acaciae, q. s. Fiat pilula, secundis horis sumenda. In Uterine Scemorrhage , — Dr. Feegpson (U.S.) 1416 Ergotinae, gr. xvj. Aquae, ^iij. Syr. flor Aurantii, f 3). A tablespoonful every three hours, in haemorrhage ; or every quarter 0 f an hour, to excite expulsive pains. Bonjean. THE BOOK OF PRKSCEIPTIONS. 237 1417 9 , Ergotse Pulv. gr. vj ad x, Sacchari albi, 3ss. Fiat pulvis, D. tales doses vj. Sumat uuam sexta quaque parte liora;. In Uterine Kcemorrhage . — Loewenhaed. 1418 Inf. Ergotse, 5iij. Glycerini, 5vij. AquEG destil. 5vij. Fiat injectio. Inject ten drops twice a day between pubes and umbilicus. In Uterine Fibroid , — Hildebeandt. 1419 5b Ext. Ergotse Liq. rqxxx. Liq. Strychnise, nxiij. Fiat haustus. To be given every three hours. In detained Flacenta , — Dr. Lombe Athill. 1430 9 . Ext, Ergotse Liq. 5ss. Potass. lodidij gr. iij. Ammon. Garb. gr. ij, Aquse destil. ad Jj. Fiat haustus. To be taken twice a day. In Uterine Fibroid, R, Gebenhalgh. 1431 Ergotin, gr. iij. Sp. Rectificat. Glycerini, ana n\ij. Fiat injectio. For subcutaneous injection. In Hcemorrhages . — Langenbeck. 1422 Ergotin, gr. j— jss. For subcutaneous injection in neighbourhood of pectoralis major muscle. In Hcemojptysis , — Schwaighaeee. 1433 5^ Pulv. Ergotee, ^ij. Aquae, ^xij. Coque, et cola, ut fiat enema. To accelerate Delivery , — Foy. ’^ERIGERON. Flea-bane, Canada Flea-bane (Erigeron Canadense, Nat. Ord. Com- fositce) is diuretic, tonic, and astringent ; and is given in dropsical complaints, and diarrhoea. The oil is esteemed as an internal remedy in uterine and other haemorrhages. 238 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIOKS, ^EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS. The Blue Gum Tree of Tasmania. The leaves and bark of Eucalyptus Globulus (Nat. Ord. Myrtacece) are antiperiodic, febrifuge, stimulant, and anti- septic. Their preparations are given in intermittent fevers, in bronchial and asthmatic affections, &c. JExternally, they are applied to unhealthy and gangrenous parts. The leaves yield an oil from which Eucalyptol is obtained. Dose of Tinctura Eucalypti Gloluli, 1 to 4 drachms. Extractum Liquidi, 10 to 60 minims. Spiritus , 10 to 60 minims. Syrupus ; — , 1 to 4 drachms. Eucalyptol, 5 to lO minims. Etiiee. See JEthee. FABINA TBITICI. Wheaten Flour. The grain of Wheat ground and sifted of Triticum vulgare (Nat. Ord. Graminacece) is used only in Cataplasm a Eermenti. Mixed with honey it is a valuable application for boils. Cataplasma Fanis (bread grated, boiling water a sufficiency). 1424 5b Farinse Tritici, ^iv. Pulv. Acacise, 5j- Pulv. Tragacanth. ^ss. Ovi, No. j. Cretae Prseparat. ^ij. Aquae frigidae, Oj. Misce. Boil for a minute and then allow to cool. To be applied with a camel- hair pencil, and covered with a soft rag. In Ulcers of the Leg in the Aged. — Mr. Philip Co wen. EEL BOVINUM PUBIEICATUM. Purified Ox Bile. The bile or gall of the ox is used as a tonic, laxative, and deobst]?uent ; it is particularly recommended in disorders connected with a deficiency of bile. In obstinate costive- iiess it has proved successful, and it is thought to possess the power of directly softening indurated feecee. It is also THE BOOK OF PRESCKIPTIOKS. 239 useful in dyspepsia attended with vomiting. Combined with opium, it is said to prevent the constipating and other un- desirable 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, 5 to 10 grains. 1435 9= Bovini, Pepsinse, ana gr. xv. Confec. Rosae, q. s. Fiat pilula. To be repeated every otlier liour. In Cholera Asiatica, — Dr. Murray. 1426 Pel. Bovini, 5j. Sp. rectif. q. s. Piant pil. xv. Sumat j vel ij bis terve die. In Sobitual Costiveness, 1427 Pellis, 5ij. 01. Carui, n\x. Magnes. Garb. q. s. Piant pil. xxx. Sumat pil. ij ter die. In Costiveness, from Deficiency of Bile, — Dr. Clay, 1428 Pellis, 5ij. Bliei pulv. 3SS. Piant pil. xxx. Prom two to six pills daily. In Inactivity of the Liver, Jaundice, Costiveness, cf'c. 1429 5* Pellis Bov. 5iij. Ext. Gentianse, 5ij. , Bliei pulv. 5ij. ' Assafoetidae, 5j. Misce, et div. in pil. 130. Dr. Joy. 1430 Pellis Bovini, Assafoetidae, ana 5j. Bliei pulv. 3j . Syrupi, q. s. Piant pil. xl. Sumat ij bis die. In Bjpilejysy, S^c, — Dr. Copland. U31 Pellis, Aloes ext. ana 5j. Ext. Colocyntli co. Saponis Castil. ana 3j. Misce : fiant pil. xxxvj. In Dyspepsia, with Costiveness. 1433 9, Pellis, Ext. Aloes, Ext. Gentianae, Saponis Venet. ana ^ss. Misce : fiat i-'il. xxx, qaarum c:!i:'i ii bin.as bis die. In Cosiiveness and Dyspepsia,— T>\\ Copland, 240 THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIOHS. 1433 Pellis Bov. recentis, gij. Decocti Avense teuuis, f enema. To soften Indurated Fceces,—T)Y, Allnatt. 1434 5“ Pellis Boviui, Lin. Saponis, ana 5iij. Fiant guttae aeousticae. In Deafness, from Indurated Wax, — Dr. E. G. Claek. FERMENTUM CEREVISI^. Beer Yeast. Yeast is tonic, stimulant, antiseptic, and laxative ; and has been given with good efFeet in typhus, typhoid, and scarlet fever, diabetes, putrid sore throat, furuncular disease, &c. Externally, it is applied as an antiseptic and stimulant, and is said to prevent the formation of boils and carbuncles. Cataplasma Fermenti is the only official preparation. 1435 |b Fermenti Cerevisise, ^ss. Aquse Camphorse, f 5>j* Fiat haustus, tertia quaque hora sumendus. [If required more aperient, add Tinct. Jalapsej if too relaxing, a few drops of Tiuct. Opii.] Dr. Stockee, I486 5“ Cerevisise Fermenti, Campliorae pulr. 333 . Sp. iEtheri3 Nit. 5iv. Fiat mistura. Capiat quaque secunda vel tertia hora. In Betechial Typhus, and Dysentery toith fetid dejecta. Dr. Jones Lampeey. FERRUM. Iron. The preparations of iron act as hsematinics or blood restorers. Their general operation is that of a tonic. Some have a direct influence on the nervous system ; others are astringent, emmenagogue, styptic. They are given in anaemia, in nervous affections, in amenorrhcea, in passive haemorrhages, and in skin disease. They usually raise the tone of the pulse, heighten the complexion, and promote the secretions. They cause more or less constipation, and the motions are blackened. Their administration discolours the THE BOOK OE BBEgCRlPTiol^Si 24l teeth and stains the tongue. They are contra-indicated in acute inflammatory affections. Headache, or a sense of fulness in the head, is a sign that they do not agree, or have been pushed too far. ^xternallyy some are employed to arrest hmmorrhage. As the preparations of iron are numerous, they are here divided into three groups : — 1. Tonics. 2. Astringents. 3. Compound preparations. External applications are placed last. Ferri Peroxidum Humidum, Moist Peroxide of Iron, is only employed as an antidote to the poison of arsenic. Dose, 2 to 4 drachms. 1. Tonics* Tinciura Ferri Acetas contains Persulphate of Iron and Acetate of Potash. It is a pleasant form of Iron for internal administration. Bose of the Tincture, 5 to 30 mltilttis. *Vinum Ferri Acet., 1 to 3 dl*aclitns. Ferri Carhonas SaccTiarata is a valuable preparation, all the iron being in a state of protoxide* It is given in anaemic amenorrhoea. ' Dose of the Saccharate, 5 to 20 gtcains. Mxstura Ferfi Conipoaita, 1 to 2 ounces. Pilula Ferri Carhonas, 6 to 20 grains. Ferri ei Ammonice Citrus is a hmmatinic, and given when the stomach is too debilitated to receive an astringent preparation. Bose of the Citrate, 5 to 10 grains. Vinum Ferri Citras, 1 to 4 drachms. Ferri et Quinice Citras is anti-periodic and chalybeate, and possesses the properties of iron and quinine. Dose, 5 to 10 grains. Ferri Oxidum Magneticum can be given in large doses and for a long period. It is useful in neuralgic affections. Dose of the Oxide 5 to 10 grains. Misiura Ferri Aromatica, 1 to 2 ounces. 1(3 242 THE BOOK OK PRESCRIPTIONS. Ferri Peroxidum Sydratum possesses the same properties as the magnetic oxide. Dose of the Hydrated Peroxide, 5 to 30 grains. Emplastnm Ferri is used as a strengthening plaster. Ferri FhospJias is a nervine tonic. It is given in ansemic amenorrhoea, diabetes, rachitis, and some forms of dyspepsia. Dose of the Phosphate, 5 to 10 grains. Syrnpus Ferri Phosphatis, 1 to 4 drachms. *Syrupus Ferri Hypophosphitis, 1 drachm. ^Syrnpus Ferri Phosphatis c. Quinia et Strychnia (Easton s Syrup), 1 drachm. *Syrupus Ferri Phosphatis c. Manganesio, 1 drachm. *Syrupus Ferri Phosphatis comp. (Parrish’s Chemical Pood), 1 to 2 drachms. Ferrum Fedactum is one of the most powerful hsematinics. It is given in chorea, amenorrhoea, chlorosis, enlarged spleen following intermittent fever, and generally in debilitated states of the system where iron can be administered. It has very little taste, and is a convenient preparation for children. Dose of Reduced Iron, 1 to 5 grains. Trochisci Ferri Redacti, 1 to 6 lozenges. Ferrum Tartaratum is a hsematinic, and similar to the ammonio-citrate. It can be prescribed with alkalies. Dose of Tartarated Iron, 5 to 10 grains. Vinum Ferri, 1 to 4 drachms. ^Ferri Citras is a delicate tonic. Bose, 3 to 15 grains. ^Ferri Citras Fffervescens. Bose, 60 to 120 grains. ^Ferri et Quinice Citras Fffervescens. Bose, 60 to 120 grains, ^Ferri Ladas is a valuable preparation in chlorosis. Bose, 2 to 5 grains. It can be obtained in the form of sugar- coated pills. Bose, two, three times a day. * Ferri Valerianas is tonic and antispasmodic. It is given in hysteria. Bose, 2 to 4 grains. 1437 Mist. Ferri co. f 3 iss. Aquee Cinnamomi, f 5ss. Fiat haustus ter die sumendus. 1438 5 , Mist. Ferri co. Decocti Aloes co. ana ^iv. Sumat 3j ter die. Fmmenagogue . — Br. BRXTITT. LIBRARY ^HE BOOK OF PKESCEIPBjtoNS. 1439 9> Mist. Perri co. Inf. Quassise, ana ^vj. M. Sumat coclil. ij magiia b. d. (To restore the tone of the stdrSS^, after proper use of purges). In Atonic Dys]pe^sia, — Dr. Ross. 1440 Perri Garb. Sacchar. 3 ss. Pulv. Mjrrhse, gr. xxiv. Pulv. Aromatici, 5 ss. M. Divide in partes sequales duodecira, quarura sumatur una ter in die. In protracted Diarrhcea of Children, — Dr. Neligak. 1441 Perri Garb. Sacchar. Sodse Bicarb, ana 9ss. Bismuthi Subnit. gr. v. Piai pulvis ter die sumendus. [Alter bleeding, counter-irritants, and gentle salivation.] In Cirrhosis of the Liver , — Sir D. J. CoiUiiGAN. 1443 Perri ct Amnion. Citrat. 5 j. Aquse fl. Aurantii, f 5 viiss. Syr. simplicis, f^ss. Piut mi&tura, cujus capiat cochleare amplum quartis horis. Dr. Neligak. 1443 Perri et Ammon, citr. Ammon. Garb, ana gr. v. Aquse, 5 j. Piat haustus quarta quaqnce liora, sumendus. [The ulcers to be touched with acid, nitric, dilutum.] In Stomatitis Ulcerosa, — Dr. F. W. Mackenzie. 144 4 9» Perri et Ammon. Citr. 3 iss. Inf. Caluinbse, f^xj. Tinct. Cardam. co. f 5 vj. Tinct. Lyttee, 5 iiss. Misce : capiat cochl. ij ampla bis die. Dr. G. Bied. 1445 1 > Perri et Ammon. Citr. gr. xvj, Liq. Ammon, f 3 ss. Syr. f 3 iij. Aqum Camphorce, f 3vss. Sir B. Beodie. 1446 Perri et Ammon. Citr. 3 j. Aqum, f 5 VSS. Syr. sirapl. f 3 SS. M. Sumat 3j ter die. In Alhuminuria, — Dr. C. Lees. 244 mi 1448 1419 1450 1451 1453 T\v( juice- 1453 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. Fcrri et Ammon. Citr. 3ij. Aqum destil. f Syr. Hemedesrai, f ^ij. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochlearia ampla duo ter in die. Dr. Neligan. 5^ Eerri et Ammon. Citr. 5ss — 5j. Inf. Rhei, f 5xij. Inf. Aurantii co. f ^viiss. Potass. Bicarb, f 3ij. Sp. Ammon. Aroniat. 3iv. Misce : sumat partem sextam bis die. H. J. Eerri et Ammon. Citr. 5ss. Decocti Aloes co. 3'vss. Aquae, f 3 ivss. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. fsiv. Liq. Potassse, f 3 ij. Misce : capiat partem sextam bis die; H. J. 9 . Eerri et Ammon. Citrat. gr. v. Potass, lodidi, gr. ij. Tinct. Ilyoscyami, n\xv. Aquae, 3j- Misce. To be taken three times a day. Tn Nervous or Sick Headache. — Dr. P* W. Latham, 9 . Eerri et Ammon. Cit. gr. viij. Ammon. Carb. gr. ij. Sp. Cliloroformi, V!\x. Liq. Morph. Hydrochlor. n\x. Inf. Quassiae ad 3j. Misce. To be taken tliree times a day. In Cancer of Uterus . — Dr. E. GreenhalgS* 9 Eerri et Ammon. Cit. 3ij. Potass. Bicarb. 3iiss. Syr. Zingiberis, 3 vj. Aquae ad 3x. Misce. ) tablespoonfuls three limes a day, with one tablespoonful of lemon -for irritable stomach. In Phthisis . — Dr. J. Macrobik. 9 Eerri et Quiniae Citratis, gr. xxx. Syr. Aurantii Elor. 3vj. Aquae Cinnamorni, ad 3 vj. M. (l-6th for a dose.) Tonic. — Dr. THE BOOK OF PKESCKIPTIONS. 245 1454 Oxidi Magnet. 5ss. Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Fiat pulvis, bis die sumendus. [The bowels to be kept open with the pills No. 1202.] H. J. 1455 J’erri Oxidi Magnet. 5ss. Magnes. Sulpli. 3j ad 5ss. Zin^ib. pulv. gr. v. Fiat pulvis, bis die sumendus. 1456 9> Mist. Ferri Aromaticse, f sviij. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. f 5ij. Potass. Bicarb. 5iss. Bliei pulv. 3ss. Misce : capiat cochl. largum bis die. H. J. H. J. 1457 Ferri Peroxidi Hydrati, Rhei pulv, ana 5j. Pulv. Calumbm, 3iv. Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ij. Misce, et divide in pulv. xij. Sumat j ter die. In Tic Douloureux , — Dr. Joy. 1458 Ferri Peroxidi Hydrati, Pulv. Cinnam. co. ana 5j, Syr. Aurantii, Misce : fiat electuarium. Sumat cochl, j magnum ter die. Dr. Joy. 1459 1460 9 , Ferri Peroxidi Hydrati, gr. x — xx. Pulv. Cinnam. comp, gr. v. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s. Fiat bolus, bis*terve quotidie deglutiendus. Dr. Copland. 9> Ferri Peroxidi Hydrati, 3ss, Pulv, Valerianae, ^ss. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s., ut fiat bolus. In Chlorosis^ Hysteria, Chorea, ^c, — Mr. Beande. 1461 Ferri Peroxidi Hydrati, Ext, Conii, ana 5j. Distribue in pilulas aequales viginti quatuor. Sumat duas bis quotidie. In Fluor Alhus and Scrofula . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1462 9> Ferri Perox. hyd. 5ss. Pulv. rad. Belladon. gr. iv. Ext. Cichorii {vel Taraxaci), 5iiss. M. et div. in pil. 100. (1 to 10 daily, during meals.) In Chlorosis, with Qastralgia , — Teousseatj and Reteil. 246 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1463 I'erri Peroxid. Hyd. Pulv. Calumbae, Bismutlii Subiiit. ana 5iiss. M. et aiv. in pulv. 20. Sum. j inter cibos nocte maneque, In Diarrhoea comhined with Ancemia. Trousseau and Reveil, |b Ext. Rliataniae, ^iiss. Eerri Perox. Hyd. 5iiss. Syr. Tolutani, 5xvj. Sam. cochlearia 4—6 indies. (Shake before each dose.) In Blennorrhoda, Sfc . — Ricord. Eerri Pliosphatis, gr. iij. Pulv. Cinnam, co. gr. v, Misce. Tonic for Children. — Dr. Guy. Eerri Pliosphatis, gr. xxx. Myrrhse pulv. gr. xij. Sacchari Puri, gr. vj. Misce : divide in pulveres sex, quorum sumatur unus mane meridieque. , In Scrofulous Diseases of the Bones in Children. Dr. Neligan. 1467 Syrupi Quinise et Eerri Hypophosphitis (Savory), Sum. coch. j, parv. e cyatho aquae ter die. Tonic.^Dr. Thorowgood. 14G4 1465 1166 1468 9 . Eerri Redact, gr. iij. Pulv. Acacise, gr. vj. Cretse prsep. gr. xij. Calcis Piiosph. prsecip. gr. vj. Misce, et div. in pulv. vj. Sumat j bis die. In BicTcets. 1469 Eerri Redact, gr. xxxvj. Pil. Aloes cum Myrrh a, 5j. 01. Juniperi, rqx. Misce, fiat massula, ope mucilaginis, et in pil. xxiv divide. Capiat duas ter de die. In Chlorotic Amenorrhoea. — Dr. Neligan. 1470 A-uri pulveris, 3ij. Eerri Redacti, 3ij. Pulv. Acaciae, 5ss. Misce, pro dosi uno. To be given in water slightly acidulated with dil. sulphuric acid. As an Antidote for Corrosive Suhlimate. — Dr. Buckler. THE BOOK OP PRESCBIPTIONS. 247 1471 E. Ferri Redact! vel Ferri Peroxidi Hj^drati, ^ss. Bismuthi Subuit. 3v. Ext. Opii, gr. iij. Syrupi, q. s. M. et dlv. in pil. 125. One to ten daily, during meals. In Chlorosis, Sfc . — Teofsseap and Reyeib. 1473 5° Perri Tartarat. gr. v. Potass. Bicarb, gr. v. Tinct. Digitalis, Inf. Calumbie, 3j- Misce. To be aken three times a day. In Cardiao Debility. — Dr. J. M. FOTHEEGILI/. 1473 Eerri Tart, gr, vj. Pulv. Cinnamomi co. gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis ter die sumendus."^ As a Tonic for Children, — Dr. G. Geegoey. 1474 5“ P^^rri Tart. 3ss. Pulv. Calumbse, gr. xij. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. iv. Misce, fiat pulvis, ter quotidie sumendus. Dr. Joy. 1475 5 . Perri Tart. gr. ij. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. iss. Sacchari albi, gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis, ter quaterve in die sumendus. As a Tonic for Children. — Drs. Eyanson and Mauesell. 1470 Perii Tart. Potass. lodid. ana 5iiss. Aquse Cinnamomi, f 3iiss. Syrupi, 3xvj. Aqum, 3ij. Solve sales in aqua, adde syrupum, et agita. Sint pro dosi coclil. 2 — 6 magna om. die. In Scrof ula icith Chlorosis . — Teousseau and Reyeil. 1477 V° Vi n i Eerri, f5ij. Inf. Gentianae co. f ^iss. Tinct. Cinnamomi co. f 5j. Piat haustus. Dr. E. G. Claek. 1478 Vini Perri, f 3 ss. Tinct. Aloes co. f 5vj. Tinct. Castorei, f 5ij. Misce : sumat cochleare unum minimum ex cyatlio infusi anthemidis ter die, Ummenayoyue. — Dr, JOY? 248 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 1479 9 , Vini Ferri, f 5 iss. Sp, iEthei’is co. 533 . Misce, A teaspoonful three times a day in water. In BysmenorrJioda , — Dr. LOCOCK, 1480 9 Ferri Citrat. gr. xij. Syr. Zingiberis, f 5iij. Aquae, f 5 iiiss. Misce ; dosis, 3 SS ter die. , Dr. Deuitt. 1481 9 Ferri Citratis, 533 . Syr. Aurantii, f 5 v. Aquae fl. Aurantii, 5 iij. Misce ; sumat cochleare minimum e aquae cyatlio, bis vel ter die. In Riclcets, Sfe.—J)v, G. Gkegoey. 1483 9 Ferri Citratis, 3ij. Acidi Citrici, 5 ij. Aquae destil. f 3 viij. Fiat mislura. 9 Potass. Bicarb. 5 ij. Syr. Aurantii, f Aj- Aquae destil. f Jvij. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. inagna duo cum pari misturae super- scriptae portione, ter die. In Amenorrhoeay — Dr. E. Rigbt. 1483 9 F^rri Citratis, 5 ss. Ammon. Carb. 5 ss. Tinct. Cardam. co. Syr. simplicis, sing, f 5 iij. Misce : detur pars sexta ter die. In Debility y ivith Acidity and Flatulence , — Dr. Deuitt, 1484 9 Fei’ri Lactatis, 5 j. Pulv. Glycyrrliizae, 5 J. Mellis, q. s. ut fiant pil. xl. From one to six to be taken daily. In Debility and Indigestion. — M. Teousseau. 1485 9 Ext. Hyoscyam. 5 ss. Ferri Valerianat. 5 j. M. Div. in pil. xxx, quarum date unam ter die. In Chorea and Neuralgia. — Dr. H. Geben. 1486 9 Ferri Valerianatis, gr. xij. 01. Sabinae, rqxij. Mannae, q. s. Fiant pilulae sex, quarum capiat unam ter in die. In Choreay and other Pervous Disorders^ — Dr. Neeigan, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 249 2, Astringents, Ferri Femitratis Liqtior, Solution of Pernitrate of Iron is tonic and astringent. It is given in chronic diarrhoea, menorrhagia, leucorrhoea. Fxternally it is employed as an injection in passive mucous discharges. Dose, 10 to 40 minims. Ferri Sulphas is a powerful tonic, astringent, anti-periodic, and emmenagogue. It is apt to irritate the stomach. Dose of the Sulphate, 3 to 5 grains. Ferri Sulphas Fxsiccata, ^ to 3 grains. Liquor Ferri Persulphatis is used for making several preparations of Iron ; it is a good styptic. Ferri Sulphas Graulata, dose 8 to 5 grains. ^Ferri Ferchloridi Fortior Liquor is powerfully astrin- gent. It is rarely given internally. Fxternally it is used in lotions, and as a styptic. Dose of Liquor Ferri Ferchloridi, 10 to 40 minims. Tincfura Ferri Ferchloridi is the most valuable prepara- tion of iron. It is tonic, astringent, diuretic, and styptic. It is given in anaemia and chlorosis, diabetes, albuminuria, gleet, passive haemorrhages, &c. Fxternally it is used as a haemostatic. Dose, 10 to 30 minims. ' *Liquor Ferri Chloroxydi is a good substitute for the tincture of steel. It is used as a styptic also. Dose, 10 to 30 minims. ^Tinct, Ferri Ammonio-chloridi, dose i to 1 drachm, is rarely prescribed. 1487 ^ Ferri Pern itratis Liquor, f 5iij. Syr. simpl. f 5v. Aquae destil. f ^iij. Misce : capiat cochleare amplum sextis lioris. In Chronic Mucous Diarrhoea, Leucorrhoea, Sfc, Dr. Neligan. 1488 9> Ferri Sulph. Ext. Geutianse, ana 5ss. Fiat massa, in pilulas xij dividenda. Suraat unam vel duas ter die. In Ancemia. — Dr. Hooper, 250 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1489 5- Perri Siilpli. gr. xij. MyrrhsB pulv. 3ij. Conf. Rosse, q. s. riant pil. xij. Sumat imam ter die. In UitMsis ,-~ Dv . Joy. 1490 5“ Perri Sulph. gr. vj. Opii pulv. gr. j. Mucilag. q. s. I'iat massa, in pil. xij divid. One to be taken every tliird hour. In H ( Ematemesis .-~^ J ) Y . Graves. 1491 Perri Sulph. 3j. Sodse Bicarb, gr. xxv. Ammon. Garb. 3j. Vini Aloes, f 3 SS. Sp. Myristicse, fsiij. Aquae destil. f 3 vij. Misce : dosis, ter die. Dr. Drititt. 1493 :p> Peril Sulph. gr. xv. Potass. Garb. gr. xxv. Aquae Bosae, f gviiss. Syr. Aurantii, f ^ss. Plat mistura : capiat cochl. ij ampla ter quotidie. In Tie Douloureux, S^c. — Mr, M'Doi^ofgh. 1493 1494 1495 9= Peril Sulph. Potass. Garb, aa ^ss. Mucilag. Tragacanth. q. s, Misce, fiant pil. xcvj. Three pills thrice daily. In Chlorosis , — Blaijd. 9 Peril Sulph. ^ss. Ext. Gentianae, 3j. Piper. Gayen. 3ij. 01. Gassiae, q. s. Piaiit pil. xxiv. Sumat ij nocte maneque. In weakness of Sight, with general debility. Sir W. Adams. 9 Peril Sulph. gr. ij. Pulv. Aloes, gr. j. Pulv. Giiinam. co. gr. v. M. f. pil. ij, ter die sum. In Gastrodynia {following meals). — Dr. Abercrombie. 1496 9 Peril Sulph. 3j. Pil. Aloes cum Myrrha, 5j. 01. Butae, rqvj , M. Piat massiila, et divide in pilulas xxiv, e quibus sumantur ij bis quotidie. In Chlorosis, — Dr. NEBiGAKt THE BOOK OP PRESCEIPTIONS. 251 1497 5= PerriSulpb.Oj. Ext. Ciriclionse, 5j. Divide in piliilas xx. Uiia ter die sumenda. As a tonic in Scrofulous Jiahits, — Mr. Beajtde. 1498 Sulpli. gr. ij. Acidi Sulph. dil. lYix. Sacchari albi, 5j. Aquse, f 3j. M. Capiat f 5j ter qiiaterve die. In the advanced stage of Chronic Infantum. Dr. Chapmak. 1499 5^ Eerri Sulph. gr. xij. Acidi Sulph. dil. f 5j. Tiuct. Cardamomi co. f ^ss. Inf. Rosce co. f 5vss. Misce : sunianiur coclilearia duo magna bis vcl ter die. Dr. Druitt. 1500 5^ Eerri Sulph. 3ij. Aquse Cinnamomi, Aquse destil. ana 5viij. Sumat 3ij bis die. In Worms.— Di\ E. G. Clark. 1501 5° Eerri Sulph. gr. xvj ad 5ss. Magnes, Sulph. 5vj ad 5ix. Acidi Sulph. dil. f 3 iv. Inf. GentiaiiJE co. f 5viij, Misce : sumat cochleare largurn unurn bis die ex aqua. 1503 Eerri Sulph. gr. vj ad xij. Magnes. Sulph. 3j — vj. Acidi Sulph, dil. f 5j, Inf. Aurantii co. f ^xij. Misce : sumat partem sextam bis die. ii. j. H. J. 1503 ^ Eerri Sulph. gr. ij. Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Mist. Gentianse co. 5j- Eiat haustus ter die sumendus, A mild Tonic and Stimulant . — Dr. W. Duncan. 1504 9> Eerri Sulph. gr. ij. Ext. Aloes Barb. gr. ^ Eiat pilula. One pill three times a day. In Amenorrhoea . — Dr. J, Little, 252 THE BOOK OF PKESCKIPTIONS. 1505 Myrrhse pulv. 3j. Perri Sulpli. gr. iss. Sodse Garb. gr. iv. Tinct. Crocj {vel Mori), f 5 ], Aquae Menthae pip. f ^iss. Fiat liaustus ter die sumendus. Dr. Joy. 1506 5 ® Ferri Sulpliatis, Quin, Sulpli. Ext. Antlieniidis, ana 3j. 01. Antliemidis, nqvj. Misce : fiant pilulae xx. Una ter die sumenda. Dr. Goldino Died. 1507 Ferri Sulpliati, 5 ij — iij. Acidi Nitrici, 5 iij. Contere siniul per partem quartam liorae, et adde gradatim. Aquae destil. f 3 iss. M. Dose, 5 to 12 drops. Mr. Tyson. 1508 Ferri Sulpli. 5 ss. Saccliari purif. 5 iij. Aeidi Tartarici, 3 iss. Misce, et divide in partes xij. 9> Sodae Bicarb, ^ij. Sacchari purif. 5 iij, Misce, et div. in pulv. xij. One of each to be dissolved in half a glassful of water, then mixed, and drank immediately. 1509 9> Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. fSij. Syr. Zingiheris, 3j- Aquae, f 3 vij, Misce : sumantur cochlearia duo bis vel ter die. Dr. Deuitt. 1510 Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. n\xij. Aquae tepidae, 3 iss. Fiat haustus omni liorae quadrante repetenda, donee supervenerit nausea aiit urinae fiuxus. In detention of Urine, and Uyswia* — Dr. Joy. 1511 Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. t»xv. Inf. Quassiae, Aquae Cinnam, ana f 5vj. Tinct. Calumbae, f 5 .j. Misce : fiat haustus mane et meridie sumendus. In Atonic Dyspepsia* — Mr. Beande, 253 THE BOOK Op PEESCEIPTIONS. 1513 Tinct. Perri Perclilor. -n^xx. Inf. Quassise, Fiat liaustus. In Scematuria. — Dr. G. Johnson. 1513 Tinct. Ferri Perdilor. Tinct. Cantharidis, ana f5ij. Tinct. Capsici, f 5j. Syr. Croci, f 5iij. AquEC Mentlise, f 5vj. Cap. coclil. ij bis terve die. [After proper local and general treatment.] In Acne Rosacea. — ^Dr. Buegess. 1514 9> Tinct. Ferri Perclilor. f 5ss. Inf. Quassiee, f^xviij. Tinct. Calumbse, f ^iss. Magnes. Sulph. 5ij. Misce. A wineglassful every morning. In ImjpetigOy in the Old and Debilitated. — Dr. Neligan. 1515 5® Tinct. Ferri Perclilor. n\xx. Aquae, 5j. Fiat liaustus. To be given every third or fourth hour. In simple Erysipelas. — Mr. Eeichsen, 1516 9> Tinct. Ferri Perclilor. ir^x, Liq. Strychniee, -irtlij. Liq. Ergotae, n{xx. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Suhinvolution of Uterus.— D y. Lombe Athill. 1617 Tinct. Ferri Perclilor. Sp. iEtheris Nit. 5iv. - Inf. Quass. ad 5'j. Misce. A tablespoonful three times a day. In Nephritis (second stage).— Dv. Geaingee Stewaet. 1518 Tinct. Ferri Perchl. f^sSi Aquae, 3viij- Tiat enema. Eor Ascarides. — Dr. Dakwall. 1619 Ferri Ammon. Chlor. gr. v. Myrrhae, 9j. His simul tritis adde Syr. Zingiberi, q. s. Ut fiat electuarium, bis quotidie sumendum. Emmenagogue.—I)Y» Paeis. 1530 9> Terri Ammonio*chloridi, 5iij. Mucilag. q. s. Misce, et div. in pil. Ix. 1531 Ijt Ferri Ammonio-chloridi, 3j. Aloes pulv. 5s3. Ext. Gentianae, 3ss. Misce, ct div. in pil. xxx. Sumat ij ter quotidie. Tonic and Aperient. — Dr. JoT. THE BOOK OE PRESCEIPTIONS. 254 1522 ^ Perri Ammonio-clilor. 5iss. Ext. Conii, 3,j. Pulv. Capsid, 5ss. Ext. Aconiti, gr. iv. Campliorse, gr. xv. '* Ext. Aloes purif. 3j. Syrupi, q. s. Cnntunde bene simul, et divide in pil. xlviij, quarum capiat tres ter quaterve quotidie. In Cancer. — -Dr. Copland. 1523 5“ Tinct. Eerri Ammonio-clil. Tinct. Lupnli, ana 5ss. Aquse Campliorse, f ^iss. Eiat hanstus, bis die snmendus. Capiat omni nocte, hord somni, Pil, Col. et Hyos. gr. v. In Indigestion^ with Sluggish Bowels^ and Nervous Irritation. Sir H. HalpopvD. 1624 5“ Quassia3, f 5s§. Tinct. Eerri Ammonio-clilor. f 3ss. , Ammon. Carb. gr. vj. Syr. Aurahtii, f 5j. Aquae destil. f 5vij. Eiat liaustus, bis vel ter quotidie sumendus. Nor hysterical Sir B. BiiODiE* 8. Compound Preparations* Nerri Arsenias possesses the properties of Arsenic and Iron. It is given in herpetic and scaly diseases of the skin, in chronic eczema, lupus, psoriasis. Externally^ it is used as a caustic to cancerous ulcers. Its action must be watched. Dose, to ^ grain. Antidote.— All emetic of Sulphate of Copper. Eerri lodidum is a most valuable tonic in scrofulous disease, phthisis, rheumatoid arthritis, and syphilis. Dose of the Iodide, 1 to 5 grains. Tilula Terri lodidi, 3 to 8 grains. Syrupus — 20 to 60 minims. Ferri lodidum, 20 to 60 minims. ^Ferri Bromidum is astringent and alterative. Dose 1 to 4 grains. ^Ferri Bromidi Solutio contains 4^ grains of bromide in each fluid drachm. Dose of the solution, 20 to 60 minims. * Syrupus Ferri Bromidi. Dose 20 to 60 minims. BOOK OK PEBSCBIPTIONS. 255 1525 Ferri Arseniatis, gr. iij. Ext. Lupuli, 5j. Altlisese pulv. 5ss. Syrupi, q. s. Fiant piliilse xlviij. Sumat j, qiiotidie. In Cancerous Diseases and Herpetic Ulcers. — M. Biett. 1526 5° Eerri lodidi, gr. xv {vel Syr. F. lod. f 3iij). Tinct. Calumbce, f 3j. Aquae destil. Misce : sumat coclil. ij magna bis terve quotidie. In Chlorosis in Strumous Habits. — Dr. AsnWELL. 1527 9> Ferri lodidi, gr. ij. Ext. Glycyrrhizae, gr. iij. Fiat pilula omui nocte sumeuda. In Amenorrhcea^ ^c. — Dr. E. KiGby. 1528 Syr. Ferri lodidi, f 5j. (Thomson’s?) 01. Morrliuae, 5iij. Aquae, q. s., fiat haustus, bis terve die sumendus. In Chronic Gout and Mheumatism, in exsanguineous habits. Dr. H. W. Fullek. 1529 5^ Syr. Ferri lod. (Thomson’s), f 5j (or rqxxxvj, L.). Acidi Nitrici, rtxiij. Tinct. Rosae, f 5j. Inf. Aurantii co. f ^iss. Fiat haustus. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1530 Syr. Ferri lodidi, f 3ij. Syr. Zingiber is, f ^j. Aquae destil. f 3V. Eosis, ter indies. Dr. B. McGregor. 1531 Syr. Ferri lodidi, 5ij. Syr. simplicis, gij. Misce. A tcaspoonful every two hours. In neuritis. — Niemeyer. 1532 Bromidi Ferri, 3ss. Acaciae pulv. 3j. Conf. Rosae, gr. x. Misce exacts, et fiant pilulae xx. Sumat duas mane et Vespere. In Scrofula, Hypertrophy of the Heart, and as an Dmmenagogue. Magendie« 1533 Ferri Bromidi, 5j. Ext. Glycyrrliizae, q. 3. Fiant ])il. lx. One or two morning and evening. In Scrofula, Hypertrophy of Womb, <|‘c?.-~Wernece:. 256 ME BOOK OK PRESCRIBTION^. 1534 9 , Ferri Bromidi, 3 j. Syr. ft. Aurantii, f^ss. Aquae fl. Aurantii, f ^iss. M. Fiat solutio, cujus capiat cochleare minimum sextis lioris, ex cyatho infusi amari. In Secondary Syphilis, with debility, and in Anemia, Dr. Neligan. 'External Applications, 1535 9> Perri Sulph. 3 .]. Aquae destil. f 3 xvj. Fiat lotio. To he applied by compresses, renewed every two or three hours. In Erysipelas, — Prof. VelpeaiT. 1536 1537 1538 1539 1540 1541 1543 5^ Ferri Sulph. 5 ij. Adipis, 3j. In Erysipelas, 5^ Ferri Sulph. 5 j. Aquae destil. 5 viij. Fiat lotio. For Sore Nipples , — Dr. Undeewood. Ferri Sulph. gr. j. Aquae, 3j. Fiat injectio. In Internal Piles , — Mr. Eeichsen ^ Ferri Phosphatis, 5 ij. Ferri Arseniatis, 533 . Eng. Cetacei, 5 vj. Fiat unguentum. Mr. Caemichael. ^ Ferri Phosphatis, 5 iv. Pulv. Conii, 5 ij. Misce. To be sprinkled on the surface of the sore. In Open Cancers , — Dr. R. Reece. Ferri lodidi, 53 . Adipis, 5j- Misce. PiBEQlTIK. Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. Vi\x, Aquae, 3j- Fiat injectio. In Internal Piles,-— NiX, Eeichsen, ^HE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 2S7 S. FICUS. The Fig. Figs, the fruit of Ficus Carica (Nat. Ord. Moracem), are nutritive, demulcent, and somewhat laxative. Fxternallg, boiled in milk or toasted, they are applied to gum-boils to promote suppuration. Figs are ingredients in Coufectio Sennse. 1513 5 , Rad. AltliEese, 3j. Ficorum, No. ij vel iij. Aquae, Oij. Coque ad Oj, et cola. Fiat gargarisma emolliens. In Inflammatory Sore Throat, Fevers, — Dr. Buchan. FILIX MAS. Male Fern. The dried rhizome, with the bases of the foot stalks, and portions of the root fibres, of Nephrodium Felix Mas (Nat. Ovdi, Filices) are anthelmintic, and especially successful in expelling the tape-worm. Dose of Pulvis Filicis Maris, 1 to 3 drachms. Eztracium Filicis Liquidum, 15 to 30 minims. *Mel Filicis Maris (liquid extract 30 minims, honey i to 2 drachms. ' 1544 9> Ext. Filicis Liquidi, nqx — xx. Syr. Zingib. 5ss — j. Mucil. Tragacanth. 5j — ij. Aquae, 3j — ij- Fiat haiistus. To be taken early in the morning, four hours after a purge — for a child of five to ten years. In Tcenia Solium. — Dr. T. H. Tanner. 1546 I’ilicis Liquidi, n\xxx. Mist. Amygdalae, ^ij. Fiat emulsio, et divide in partes aequales ij, quarum sumatur una hoiA somni, et altera mane sequente. '[A-u active cathartic to be given in four hours after the second dose, if it do not purge.] Dr. Neligan. 1546 R. Ext. Filicis Liquid. 5ss. Mellis Rosae, ^ss. Take half on going to bed, the other half in the morning, fasting. [To be followed by a cathartic.] Dr. DunglisoN. 17 258 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. ^FRAXmUS. Ash. The bark of Fraxiims excelsior (Nat. Ord. OleacecB), the common ash, has been used as a substitute for cinchona in larger doses ; and the leaves have been proposed as a substi- tute 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 ^ur^ative, half an ounce is infused for a dose. ^FUCUS.'^ For Fucus Crisjpus, Irish Moss, see ChondrtjS ceispttS. Fucus VesiculosuSi bladder sea-wrack, was formerly used in obesity, goitre, and scrofulous affections. The fresh fucus, bruised, is applied to scrofulous tumours. Dose of Bxiractum Llqwidum^ 1 drachm. Fucus {Gigartina)i Selminthocorton, Corsican Moss, is given to expel worms, especially lumbrici. 1547 Helmiuthocorti, ^ss. Coque cum Aquse purse, ^vj, et cola. Colaturse, ^iv, adde Mellis despumati, 51* Two spoonfuls morning and evening. In Worms . — Schubaeth. ^FULIGO LIGNI. Wood-soot. ^FULIGOKALI. The use of wood-soot is nearly obsolete in this country, but it seems to be a favourite remedy with some practitioners on the Continent. The more shining portions are selected. Internally y it is given in hysterical affections, chronic rheu- matism, catarrh of the bladder, &c. Fxternallyy it is applied for the cure of itch and various skin diseases, and to cancers. In chronic eruptions the crust should first be removed by emollient applications, &c. It has also been recommended as an application to burns. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 259 FuligoJcali is prepared from wood-soot in a similar manner to AntJiraJcolcaliy and is prescribed in similar cases and doses. 1548 9 , Fulig. ligni, 5 j ad 5 iiss. Coffeeee tostee, 5 iiss. Aquse ferventis, 5ij • Macera per horam, cola, et adde Syr. Absinthii co. 5 X. To be taken in four doses. To destroy LumlricL — M. Tkotjsseatj. 1549 Ext. Fuliginis Aquosi, gr. iv. Fiat pilula, ter quaterve die sumenda. In Catarrh of the Bladder. — KadiuS. 1550 5® Eulig. ligni, 3 j. Adipis, 3 ij. Fiat unguentum. In Favus and Alojpecia. — Dr. BueOESS. 1561 Eulig. ligni, Adipis, ana 5SS. Ext. Belladonnse, 3 j. Misce exacte. Applied on Lint to Cancers. — Beaud. 1552 ^ Fulig. ligni, ^j. Aquae, ^v. , Coque per quartam partem horee, et cola. Fiat enema. In Ascarides.—M. TeoITSSEAU. 1553 Euligokali, gr. xv— xxx. Adipis, Tere simul ut fiat unguentum. In Obstinate Cutaneous Affections. — Gibeet. '=^FUMARIA. Fumitory. Fumitory, Fumaria officinalis (Nat. Ord. Fumariacece)^ is little used ; yet most valuable therapeutic properties have been* attributed to it. It has been given in jaundice, diseases of the eyes, scorbutic complaints, and severe chronic affec- tions of the skin. Cullen found it useful in lepra, as well as in less intractable cutaneous diseases. Bose of Pulvis Fnmarice, 10 to 40 grains. 260 a?HE BOOK OE PEESCEiPTlON^. 1554. 9= Fumarise sic. manip. j. Ead. Taraxaci, 5j. Rad. Glycyrrliizse, ^ss. Aquae, Oij. Cogue ad Oj, et cola. A cupful to be taken two or tliree times a day. In Obstinate Cutaneous Diseases. — Dr. T. Castle. GALBANUM. This fetid gum is the concrete juice of an undetermined plant ; as a medicine, it may he regarded as intermediate between ammoniacum and assafoetida. Internally, it is taken as a stimulant, expectorant, and antispasmodic. It is seldom prescribed by itself, but is conjoined with aloes and chaly- beates, in amenorrhoea, and sluggish bowels; with expecto- rants, in chronic affections of the chest ; and with other fetids, in hysterical and spasmodical complaints. Dxternally, it is applied to promote suppuration, and soften induration. Dose of Gnlhamim, 5 to 20 grains. Piltila Galbatii co., now designated PH. Jssafoetida co., 5 to 10 grains. ‘^^Tinctura Galbatii, 1 to 3 drachms (Galbanum 1 ounce, Proof Spirit 1 pint). Pmplastrim is applied to indolent swellings. 1555 Galbani co. Pulv. Zingiberis, ana gr. ij. Pil. Rliei co. gr. v. Olei Antliemidis, n\j. Fiant pil. ij li. s. s. In Indigestion, ivith Flatulence, — Dr. G. Gregory. 1556 9, Galbani, 5ij. • Aceli Scillae, Aquae Poeniculi, ana f ^Ij. Liq. Ammon. Acet. f3ij. yEtheris Nit. f 5j. Syr. Altheese, f 5SS. Fiat mistui’a. Sumat coclileare amplum ter quaterve in die. In Kumid Asthma . — Jahit. 1657 Eerri Sulpli. Potass. Sulpliat. ana 5j. Galbani, Assafoetida?, ana piss. Ext. Gentianae, 3ij. Pil. Aloes cum Myrrlia, 5iij. Theriaca?, q. s. Contunde in massam, et divide in pil. 150, quarum capiat duas vel tres bis terve quotidie. In Chlorosis, with Anaemia and Faljgitation, — Dr. Copland. THE BOOK OP PBESCBIPTIONS. 261 1558 ^ Empl. Galbani, Campliorse, 5ss. Opii pulv. 3j. 01. Carui, rt^xx. Fiat emplastrum. « - Jn Tormina in Inf ants, R. Reece, ^GALIUM APARINE. The juice and decoction of common cleavers or goose-grass, Galium Aparine (Nat. Ord. Oaliaeece)^ have long been used as an aperient, diuretic, and antispasmodic 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 4 ounces, three times a day. Recently its use has been revived as a remedy for cutaneous diseases in the following form ; 1559 9* Cralii Aparinis, raanip. ampl. j. Aqu0e, Oij. Coque per tertiam partem horm, et cola. Half a pint to be taken three times a day. In Lejpra, — Dr. GALL.E. Nutgalls. ACIDUM GALLICUM, et ACIDUM TANNICUM. Galls are excrescences found on the Dyer^s Oak, Quercus infectoria (Nat. Ord. Corylacece), They are tonic and anti- periodic, and powerfully astringent in consequence of their containing a large quantity of tannic and some gallic acid. They are given in pulmonary, renal, uterine, and other haemorrhages, and in excessive mucous discharges. 'Extern- ally^ in infusion or decoction, galls are used in astringent gargles, lotions, and injections; and ointment prepared with finel/ pulverized galls is much used as an application to piles, 262 THE BOOK OP PRESCBIPTIONS. Dose of Tulms Gallds, 8 to 20 grains. Tinctura , I to 2 drachms. *Decoctum , \ to ounce : and is a useful astringent lotion to arrest bleeding from the nose or gums. * Suppositories Galles are applied when there is excessive mucous or other discharges from the rectum or vagina. JJnguentum Gallos and Unguentum Gallos c. Opio are used in haemorrhoids. 15G0 9> Inf. Gallae, f ^iv. Cretse praep. |ss. Tinct. Opii, f 5ss. Pulv. Acaciae, 5 j. Misce. A tablespoonful every twe hours. Ellis. 1561 5^ Tinct. Gallae, f ^ss. Mist. Amygdalae, f ^iss. Mucil. Acaciae, f 3 SS. Aquae, f §v. Misce : capiat cochleare amplum post singnlas liquidas dejeetiones. In Colliquative Diarrhoea . — Dr. Neligan. 1562 Gallae, 5 j Camphorae, 5 ss. Tinct. Opii, f ^ij. Cerati, Piat unguentum. In Piles . — Dr. Hoopee 1563 5 “ Morphiae, gr. ij. 01. Olivae, f^ij; tere simul, et adde Ung. Zinci, 5 j. Pulv. Gallae, 3 j. Misce. In 'painful Rcemorrhoids . — Dr. Paeis. 1564 Gallae pulv. 5 j. Cupri Sulph. 3j. Adipis, 3 j. For Ping-worm of the scalp.— {kst INDIAN Eemedy.) 1565 5“ Pulv. Gallae, 5 ij. Aquae ferventis, Oj. Macera per horam dimidiam, et cola. As an Astringent Gargle ^ Lotion, or Injection . — Taddei. Gallic Acid, Acidum Gallicum; and Tannic Acid, or Tannin, Acidum Tannicum ; 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 htemorrhages and other discharges. Tannic acid is the more powerful topical astringent, and is therefore 'HE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 263 preferred to restrain hEemorrhages 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 hsemorrhage, haemoptysis, haematuria, albuminuria, pyrosis, excessive or hectic sweating, &c. The dose of either is from 2 to 10 grains as a general tonic and peptic ; in chronic discharges, 2 or 3 grains of tannic acid are sufficient ; in urgent diseases, as haemorrhage from the stomach or bowels, from 5 to 20 grains. Dose of Glycerinum Acidi Gallici, 10 to 60 minims. Tafinici, 10 to 40 minims. Trockisci 1 to 6 lozenges. The Suppositoria are used as astringent applications to the rectum. Suppositoria Acidi Tannici, Suppositoria Acidi Tannici c. Sapone, Suppositoria Acidi Tannici c. Opio. Schuster’s Pastilles contain Tannic Acid 30 grs.. Opium, 1 gr.. Glycerine, q. s; They are applied in cylindrical form to the male urethra. 1566 5® Acidi Gallici, 3ij. Morphise Hydrochlor. gr. j. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. ' Plant pilulse xvj. Sumat unam liora somni. [To be increased to two pills if necessary.] In Night Sweats of 'Phthisis. — J. H. 1567 9, Acidi Gallici, Oss. Inf. Aurantii co. 5xij. Misce : fiat haustus, 6ta quaque bora sumendus. In Albuminuria. — Mr. Sampson. 1568 9» Acidi Gallici, gr. vij. Pulv. Acacise, gr. iv. Piat pulvis ter die sumendus. Dr. G. Bird. 1569 9> Acidi Gallici, 3ij. Syrupi, f 5ij. Aquse destil. f 5viij. Misce : dosis, pars sexta, tertiis vel quartis horis. In Passive Scemorrhage . — Dr, Druitt. 284 THE BOOK OP PBESCEIPTIONS. 1570 Acidi Gallici, 3j. Mucil. Acacias, f 5ij. Aquae destil. f ^iiiss. Syr. Elioeados, f 5ij. Fiat mistura, de qua sumatur uucia secuudis vel tertiis horis. In Hemorrhage from the Kidneys or Bladder. Dr. NEliiaAN. 1571 Acidi Grallici, gr. viij. Tinct. Hyoscyam. Tqxx. Aquae Campliorae, ^iss. M. Fiat haustus, 4tis horis sum. In Uterine Hemorrhage, — Dr. Leyee. 1573 9, Acidi Gallici, Pulv. Ergotae, ana gr. x. Eiat pulvis. To be taken every three hours. In Menorrhagia. — Dr. Lombe Atthile, 1573 9 Acidi Gallici, gr. x. Tinct. Ciniiam. co. 5j. Tinct. Opii, ^iij. Syr. simplicis, 5iij. Aquae Cinnam. giss. Misce. A teaspoonful every six hours — for a child of one year. In Chronic Diarrhea. — Dr. T. H. Tannee. 1574 9 Acidi Tannici, gr. xij. Conf. Eosae, 5ss. Misce et divide in pil. duodecim e quibus sumatur una sextis horis. In Colliquative Sweating and Diarrhea of Phthisis. Dr. Neligan. 1575 9 Acidi Tannici, 5ss. Conf. Eosae, q. s. riant pilulae, xviij. Sumat unam omni quaque hoiA. In Hemoytysis.^CoTTER'^kV . 1576 9 Acidi Gallici, gr. ij. Ext. Maticae, gr. j. Ext. Opii, gr. ss. M. fiat pilula, ter quaterve de die sumenda. In Menorrhagia. — Dr. Tilt, 1577 9 Acidi Tannici, gr. xv. Ext. Krameriae, 5ss. Syrupi, q. s. Eiat massa in pilulas xx dividenda. From one to ten to be taken daily in Colliquative Sweats^ Chronic Diarrhea, Hemorrhages, S^c. Teousseatj. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 265 1578 1579 1580 1581 1582 1583 1584 1585 1586 Tannin, 3ss. Aquse destil. ^iij. Misce. A teaspoonful every two hours where great purging but no vomiting. In Acute Gastric Catarrh . — Niemeyer. 5b Acidi Tannici, 5ss. Argent. Nit. gr. j, Tinct. Opii,|n\vj. Acacise, q. s. Misce, fiant pil. xxx. One every hour. In Cholera Asiatica . — Dr. Melvin Bhoeee. 5> Glycerini Acidi Tannici, n\x. Ext. Opii Liq. Tqij. Aquse Camph. ^ss. Misce. To be taken every fourth or sixth hour. In Acute Bronchial Catarrh . — Geeenway. 5b Acidi Tannici, 9j. Sp. Vini Gallici, ^ss. Aquae Camphorae, f 5vss. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Salivation^ Sjpongy Gums^ and Relaxed Throat. Dr. Deuitt. 9> Acidi Tannici, gr. xxxij. Aquae destil. f ^viij. Fiat injectio. In Obstinate Blennorrhoea.—'B^nX'L. 5b Acidi Tannici, 5j. i Masticlies, 5j. Sp. .^tlier. 3iss. Fiat solutio. To be introduced on cottoji into a hollow tooth. In Toothache. 9> Acidi Tannici, 3 j. Hydr. Sulphur cum Sulphurae, 5j. Ung. Zinci, ^ij. Cerati Plumbi co. (Cutaneous Hospital.) Acidi Tannici, gr. iv — xij. Cerati Galeni {cold, cream), 5j. Fiat unguentum. In Chronic Rczema . — Dr. Neligan. 5b Aftidi Tannici, 5ss. i Tinct. Opii, f 5ij. Aquae destil. f 3viij. Misce: fiat gargarisma frequenter utendum. Biv J* Martin, 266 THE BOOK OP PRESCKIPTIONS. 1587 9> Tannin, 3j. Tinct. Lavand. co. ^ij. Vini llubri, 5iv. Piat lotio. In 'FungaUng Chancre, — Mr. Eeichsen. 1588 9> Tannin, ^iss. Vini Burgundicse, Oiss. Piat injectio. One third to be injected; if result unsatisfactory, the remainder. In Gonorrhoea , — Niemeyee. 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. Purified gelatine, isinglass, and calves’ -foot jelly, are much used as articles of diet for the sick. The quantity of glue or purified gelatine for a hath is from 12 to 24 ounces ; it should be dissolved by heat in a quart of water, and the solution added to the bath. 1589 9> Gelatinse purif. ^xij. Aquse, Oij. Coque per quartam.partem horse, et adde sol. ad balneum. Dr. BueGESS. Gambogia. See Cambogia. ^GELATINA. GLUTEN ANIMALE. 1590 9> Gelatinii prsep. {patent slze)^ lb. vj. Aquse (caloris gradu 75° ad 92° P.) Cong. xxx. In Slcin Diseases , — Dr. Neligak. 1591 Glutinis Anim. albi, lb. ij. Aquse tepidae, lb. vj. Solve, et adde Potass, Sulphurat. ^iv. To be poured into the bath. In Scrofula and Gout , — Dupuyteen. 1692 Glutinis opt. (Planders’ Glue), lb. j. Sodii Cliloridi, lb, j. Aquae ferventis, q. s. Fiat solutio, pro balneo. Mialhe. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 267 ^GELSEMINUM SEMPERVIRENS. Yellow Jasmine. The yellow jasmine (Gelseminum Sempervirens, Nat. Ord. Loganiacece) of America is tonic, antiperiodic, anodyne, sedative, and a vermifuge. It is given in intermittent, re- mittent, typhoid, and other fevers; rheumatism, obscure nervous diseases, troublesome cough. It is a valuable remedy in neuralgia. Gelsemin is the active principle. Dose of Tinctura Gelseminum Sempervirens^ 5 to 15 minims, cautiously increased. Gelsemin, ^ to 2 grains. 1593 9= Tinct. Gelscmini, -ntxv (root 1 oz., Sp. Rectif. 10 oz.) Aquae Anethi, Misce. To be taken every six hours. In Facial Neuralgia — Dr. J. Sawyer, GENTIANA. Gentian. The dried root of Gentiana lutea (Nat. Ord. Gentianacece) 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, it has been given as a febrifuge, anthelmintic,, and antiseptic, and also as a remedy for gout. Fxternally, the powder is sprinkled on sloughing ulcers. Dose of Pulvis Gentiance, 10 to 30 grains. Extractum , 2 to 10 grains. Mistura , i to 1 ounce. Infusum comp., 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctura comp., ^ to 2 drachms. *Vinum , -5 to 1 drachm. *Gentianina (a mixed substance), 1 to 3 grains. 1594 9> Ii^t* Gentianse co. f 5ix. Tinct. Gentianse co. f 5ij. Syr. Aurantii, f 5j. Fiat haustus bis quotidie sumendus. As a Tonic.— Y>v. Paris. 1595 9> lilt. Gentianaj co. f 5iij. Aquaj Cinnamomi, f 3j. Sodse Bicarb. 3ij. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat quartam partem mane et meridie. In Dgsjge^psiaj with Acidity. — Dr. JoY. 268 THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS. 1596 Magnes. Garb. 3j. Inf. Grentianse co. Aquae Ciimamomi, ana f 5vj. Misce : fiat haustus ante prandium et lioiA somni sumendus. In Dyspejpsia^ with Acidity , — Mr. Bbande^ 1597 9> Iiif- Gentianae co. Tinct. Cardam. co. 5j. Sodae. Bicarb. 5ss. Misce: fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. ij mane et meridie. In Indigestion . — Dr. Maton. 1598 Bosae co. Inf. Gentianae co. ana f 3 vj Tinct. Gentianae co. f 3j. Acidi Sulph. dil. -»y|_x. Misce : fiat haustus ter die sumendus. In Dyspepsia^ with Nauseay S(o . — Mr. Beande. 1599 Tinct. Gentianae co. f ^iss. Tinct. Zingiberis, f5j. Tinct. Camphorae co. sij. Quin. Sulph. gr. xv. Piat solutio. Capiat cochl. j min. ter die ex pauxillo aquae tostae. In Chronic Dysentery and Diarrhoea of hot climates. Dr. Jas. JOHNSOIT 1600 9= Gentianae co. f ^v^ss. Ferri Sulph. gr. iv. Magnes. Sulph. 5j. Acidi Sulph. dil. 3ss. Syrupi 5ij. Tinct. Aurantii, f ^iss. Misce : sumat cochl. ij majora bis die. In Asthenic Palpitation . — Dr. G. Geegoey 1601 9 Gentianae co. 5iss. ^ Vini Ferri, 5ij. Sp. Lav and. co. 3j. Fiat haustus bis die sumendus. In Pelaxed Stomach and Anorexia . — Dr. Hugh Smith. 1602 9 Gentianae co. ^vij. Sp. Cinnamomi, 5j. Acidi Su ph. dil. rqxx. Sumat cochl. tria hor. j vel ij ante prandium. Pr, Pfaesox, THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. ^!69 1603 5 , Inf. Gentianae co. f 5ix. Mist. Sennae co. f 3ij. Potass. Tart. 5j. Syr. Zingiberis, f5j. Fiat baustus bis quotidie sumendus. Dr. Paeis. 1604 Ext. Gentiaiiae, Ammon. Garb, ana 5j. Mi see : fiant pilulae xxx. Sumantur duae bis vel ter die. In Obstinate Seartburn in Gouty habits. — Mr. Beattdb. 1605 Ext. Gentianae, Aloes, ana 5j. Saponis Castil. Oiss. Misce, et divide in pilulas xxxvj. Capiat unam ad tres pro re nata. A Stomachic Laxative. — Dr. Copland. 1606 Ext. Gentianae, gr. xlviij. 01. Cami, iY\vj. Misce, et fiant pil. xij. Sumat unam semel quotidie, lior^ ante prandium. J. B. M. 1607 Gentianae, gr. vj. Conf. Rosae, q. s. Fiant pil. vj. Sumat j vel ij pro dosi. Magendie. • GEUM. Avens. Avens or Herb Bonnet (Geum Urbanum; Nat.Ord.i2c>5{^ce(®) 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. GLYCERINUM. Glycerine. Glycerine is a sweet principle obtained from fats and fixed Oils. It is a solvent, excipient, and antiseptic ; a nutrient and demulcent. It is sometimes substituted for syrup. It has the property of maintaining its moist state when ex- posed to the air ; and is used in lotions in various shin diseases, and as a dressing where the object is to keep the surface in a moist and soft state. Dose, 10 to 60 minims. 270 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. The preparations of Glycerine will be found under the names of starch, borax, and carbolic, gallic, and tannic acids. 1608 ^ Glycerini |ss. Aquse destil. Oss. Fiat lotio. In Cutaneous Diseases^ to Iceej^ the skin moist. Mr. Startin. 1609 Glyceriui f 5iv. Boracis, 5ss ad 5j. Aquse Bosse, f ^viiss. To Chapped Kands, 8pc . — Mr. Startin. 1610 9= Sodse Garb. Oj. Aquse ft. Sambuci, f 3viiss. Glycerini f 3ss. To allay Itching in JEruptions of the Scalp. — Dr. Neligan. 1611 9> Glycerini, f^ij. Mist. Amygdalae, f 5vj. Aquse Rosse, f 3 viij. Fiat lotio. Dr. Neligan. 1613 9> Tragacanthse, 5ij. Aquse Calcis, f 3hj. Glycerini, f 3j. Aquse Rosse, f^iij. Fiat linimentum. In Superficial BurnSf ’Excoriations ^ Chaps, SfC. 1613 9> Camphorse, 3ss. Glycerini, f 5j. Ung. Cerse albse, 5vij. Fiat unguentum. To allay Itching . — Dr. NeliGAK* GLYCYRRHIZA. Liquorice. The root of Liquorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce), is demulcent, pectoral, and aperient, 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 Glycyrrhizee 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 to lessen their acrimony. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 271 Bose of Extractwn, ^ to 1 drachm Extractum Glycyrrhizcs Liquidum, 1 drachm. Eulvis tomp. : 30 to 60 grains (contains Senna, and is given as a laxative). *Pnlvis Liquoritice co?np. (Ger. and Russ. Ph.), 1 drachm or more (contains Senna, Sulphur, and Fennel). 1614 . Ext. Glycyrrhizse, 3j. Potass. Carb. 5iij. Croci, 5SS. Aquse ferventis, Oij. Macera per noctem, et cola. A little to be taken frequently. In Catarrh , — Dr. T. Fuller. 1615 p, Ext. Glycyrrhizse, Pulv. Acacise, ana 5ij. Aquae ferventis, f Jiv. Liqua, et adde ViniAntim. f5ij. Tinct. Opii, rqxx. Fiat mistura. A tablespoonful to be taken occasionally. In Catarrhal Affections, — Dr. WOOD (U.S.) 1616 9> Ext. Glycyrrhizse, 5ij- Liq. Ammon. Anisati, 5ij- Aquae Fcenicnli, 5vj. Misce. To be taken in teaspoonfuls. In Acute Bronchial Catarrh. — NiemEYEB. 1617 9> Pulv. Glycyrrhizse co. (Ger. Ph.) 5j- A teaspoonfui water to be taken occasionally at bedtime, j As a Laxative . — Dr. W. 0. Priestly. GOSSYPIUM. Cotton Wool. The hairs of the seeds of various species of Gossypium. It is used as a dressing in surgical operations and in various diseases. QRANATUM. Pomegranate, The rind of the fruit of the pomegranate (Punica Grana- tum ; Nat, Ord. Mgrtacece) is astringent, and has been used in the form of decoction, in the same cases as other astrin- gents ; but more frequently in gargles, and as an injection for leucorrhoea. It has also been given in intermittents. 272 THE BOOK OF PRESCHiPTlONg. The hark of the root (Radix Granatl) 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 pre- cede its use ; and if it should not operate, a dose of castor oil is to be given. Dose of Pulvis cort.fr. granati, 20 to 80 grains. 1618 Granati fr. cort. 3SS. • Lnctis Vaccinse rec. lb. iv. Misce : decoque ad lb. ij. Suniat coclil. iij ampla tertiis horis. In Chronic Diarrhoea, — Dr. HoOPEE. 1619 Ext. Alcoli. rad. Granati, 5vj. Aqu0e Menthse, Aquae flor. Tiliae, Sued Limon. ana ^ij. A fourth part every four hours. To expel Tape- worms, — Deslandes. 1620 9. Ext. Granati corticis Alcoholici, 5vj. Syr. Limon. Aquae Mentb. Vir. Aquae, flor. Tiliae, aa ^ij- M. Dosis sit cochl. j magnum. For Tape-worms. — Teotjsseait and Reveil. 1621 9 Eulv. cort. rad. Granati, 3SS. Divide in pulveres vj. Sumat uiium omni semihor4 ad tertiam vicem. In Tape-worm, 1622 9 Decocti cort. rad. Granati, lb. j. Syr. Zingiberis, 5j. Sumat tertiam partem omni semihora ad tertiam vicem incipiens mane. [The bowels should be previously cleared by castor oil.] In Tape-worm. — Dr. Joy. 1623 9 Ext. Granati fr. Cort. 5iv (rind 3iv, hot water 5iv). Ext. Eilicis Liquidi, 5ss. Cambogiae, gr. iv. Misce. Take one cupful ; another in forty-flve minutes after ; and, if necessary, a third dose within the next hour. In Twnia Solium. — Ktjchenmeistee. 1624 9 Decocti fruct. Granati, f 3vij. Mellis Boracis, f 3j. Sit gargarisma, ssepe utendum. In Aphthous Ulceration of the Mouth and Fauces. Dr. NeligaN. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 273 1625 5® Granati fr. cort. 5iij. Aquae, Oij. Coque ad Oiss, cola, et adde Aluminis, 5iss, Piat iujectio. To be injected two or three times a day. In LeucorrJioea, — Dr, R. Reece. GUAIACI LIGNUM. GUAIACUM. Guaiacum wood, and resin. The shavings of Gtiaiacum wood or Lignmn Vitae (Gnaia- cum officinale ; Nat. Ord. Zygo'phyllacece) are alterative and sudorific. They are seldom prescribed alone. The wood is an ingredient in Dec. Sarsae coinpositum. Guaiacum, or Guaiacum resin, obtained from the wood of the tree, is stimulant, diaphoretic, diuretic, cathartic, and is regarded as an emmenagogue. It is given in syphilitic, various cutaneous diseases, and in throat affections ; hut it is principally used as a remedy for gout and chronic rheumatism. Dose of Guaiacum, 10 to 30 grains. Mistura Guaiaci, ^ to 2 ounces. Tinct. Guaiaxi Ammoniata, ^ to 1 drachm. 1626 9> Palv. Guaiaci, ^iv. Mucil. Acacise, Syr. simpl. ana 5j- Aquae Cassiae, ^vj. Misce : Bumat cochl. ij ter in die. In Cynanche Tonsillaris, — Dr. MOEEIS. 1627 Guaiaci, gr. xv. Mucil. Acaciae, f 5j. Tere simul, et adde Potass. Nitrat. gr. v. Aquae Cinnamomi, f 5x. Syr. Papaveris, f 5ss. Misce : fiat haustus ter die sumendus. In Chronic Rheumatism , — Mr. Beande. 1628 Guaiaci, gr. x. Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. v. Potass. Nitrat. gr. x. Conf. Eosae, q. s. Fiat bolus hor& somni sumendus. In Chronic Rheumatism , — Dr. Joy. 18 274 THE BOOK OF PRBSCBIPTIONS. 1629 Guaiaci, gr. xij. 01. Sassafr. t>\v. Theriacse, q. s. Fiat bolus, ter quaterve in die sumendus. In Chronic Rheumatism^ esjpecially if of Syphilitic origin. Dr. Neligan, 1630 Guaiaci (resinse). Potass. Tart. Acid, ana ^ss. Misce bene, ut fiat pulvis hora somni sumendus. In Rheumatism^ ^c . — Weickaed. 1631 R Pulv. Guaiaci, 3 ss. Pulv. Potass. Nitrat. 3j. Fiat pulvis h. s. sumendus. [Some warm gruel to be taken after it.] In Rheumatism.— Dv. Moneo. 1632 9 . Eesinse Guaiaci, gr. iij. Pastse Ribis rubri (red currant paste), gr. vij. M. f. trocMscus. [One to be sucked every liour or two.] In Tonsillitis.— Dv. M. Mackenzie. 1633 9 Guaiaci pulv, 5j. Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon, f ^ss. Pulv. Acaciae, 5ij. Syr. Croci, f 3ss. Aquae, f §v. Fiat mistura. Sumat partem quartam bis die. In Chronic Rheumatism. — Dr. HoOPEE. 1634 1635 1636 9 Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon, f Mist. Acaciae, f 3iv. Potass. Bicarb. 5iij. Tinct. Cinchonae, f Tinct. Hyoscyami, t'3iv. Syr. Auraiitii, f 5iv. Decocti Cinchonae, f Sviiiss. Misce, et sumat coch. ij ampla ter die. Dr. Boots. 9 Tinct. Guaiaci Am, f 5ij. Aquae Camphorae, fsvj. Mucil. Acaciae, Syr. simp, ana f 5j, Fiat haustus ter in die sumendus. In Chronic Rheumatism. — Dr. Joy. 9 Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. Potas. Citrat. Efferves. ana 5j. Aquae, 5j. Fiat haustus. To be repeated three times a day. In Parotitis.— Dr. F. P. Atkinson. THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. 275 1637 5® Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. Tinct. Liipuli, ana f 5ss. Decocti Cinclionai Paliidce, f Fiat liaustus ter di sumendus. Dr. Depitt. 1638 5> Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. f5ij. Mucil. Tragacanthse, f 3 vj. Tere simnl, et paulatim adjice Mist. Amygdalae, f ^ij- Fiat mistura, sumendus in die partitis vicibus. In Chronic Gout^ 'Rheumatism^ and Cutaneous Diseases. Dr. Neligan. 1639 Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. Mellis, ana 5j. Tere simul, et adde Aquae Pimentae, f5x. Fiat liaustus ter die sumendus. Mr. Beande. 1640 5^ Guaiaci pulv. Mngnesiae, ana gr. x. Fiat pulvis pro re nata sumendus, ex aquae cyatho. In Rheumatic Rains . — Dr. E. Rigby, 1641 ^ Guaiaci (vit. ovi s.), 9j. Aquae destil. i Liq. Ammon. Acet. f 5ij. Syrupi, 5j. Misce, fiat liaustus. In Rheumatism . — Dr. E. J. Claek. 1642 1^ Pulv. Guaiaci, Potass. Nitrat. ana 5j. Pulv. Ipecacuanliae, gr. iij. Opii pulv. gr. ij. Fiat pulvis, in cliartulas sex dividendus. One to be taken every three hours in syrup or molasses. In Rheumatism and Gout, after sufficient depletion. Dr. Wood (U.S.). 1643 Tinct. Guaiaci Ammon. f5j. Tinct. Serpentariae, f 5ss. Mucilaginis, rqxx. Decocti Mezerei, f 5viss. Inf. Dulcamarae, f sj. Fiat liaustus ter die sumendus. In Psoriasis Guttata . — Dr. Neligak. 276 THE BOOK OP PRESCBIPTIONS. 1614 5 ^ Pulv. Guaiaci, Pulv. Ehei, 5 j. Sulph. subl. 5 ij. Potass. Nitrat. 51 ' j. Syr. Papaveris, q. s. Piat electuarium. Bose, half a drachm to a drachm. In Chronic Rheumatism , — Mid. Hosp. 1645 5“ Guaiaci res. pulv. 31 V. Potass. Carh. 5 iss. Pimentae pulv. ^j. Sp, tenuioris, f ^xvj. Bigere per dies paucqs, et cola. A teaspoonful to be taken three times ft day in milk or wine. In D^smenorrhoea, and Idio'pathic Amenorrhoea. Dr. Dewees (U.S.). GUAR AN A. Brazillian Cocoa. The seeds of Guarana, Paullinia sorbilis (Nat. Ord. Sapin- dacecB)y are largely eroployed in Brazil in the form of in- fusion as a stomachic, febrifuge, and aphrodisiac. In Europe they have been strongly recommended in sick headache, neuralgia, diarrhoea, dysentery, &c. Bose of Puhis Guarance, 10 to 30 grains. Extractum , 5 to 10 grains. 1646 5® Guaranae, 5 vss. Sacchari albi, lb. iss. Aquffi, q. 8 . ut fiat pasta in trocliiscos gr. x dir. 1647 9= Guaranse, gr. x — xv. Sacchari albi, q. s. Fiat pulvis. To be taken once or oftener in the day. Gaveeele. In Sick Headache. — Dr. S. Wilks, 1618 Ext. Guaranm, gr. Ixxv. Bivide in pulv. x. From 1 to 5 of them to be taken at the beginning of a periodical head- ache, and one night and morning for several days about the time of the expected return. Teotjsseau and Reveil. *GUMMI RUBUM. The exudation from the bark of Eucalyptus rostrata (Nat. Ord. Myrtacece) of Australia is astringent. Its principal THE BOOK OF constituent is kino-tannic acid. It is given diarrhoea. Dose of Decoctum, Extractum Liquidum, and Synqms, 80 to Tinctura, 20 to 40 minims. Trochisci, 1 to 3 lozenges. GUTTA PERCHA. The concrete juice of the Gutta Percha or Tahan Tree (Isonandra Gutta, Nat. Ord. Sapotacece) is used in the form of Liquor Gutta Percha in the preparation of Charta Sinapis. *HAMAMELIS VIRGINICA. Witch Hazel, The leaves and hurk of Hamamelis Virginica (Nat. Ord. Hamamelidacece)^ a* plant of America, possesses astringent properties. The seeds contain an oil. In small doses Hamamelis Virginica has been employed in haemorrhages, but especially in passive haemorrhage. It has been given in epistaxis, haemoptysis, haematemesis, haematuria, in bleeding piles, and dysentery with bloody discharges. It has ibeeii highly recommended in phlegmasia dolens. Dose, 1 or 2 minims every two or three hours. HiEMATOXYLI LIGNUM. Logwood. The shaved or rasped wood of Haematoxylon Campechia- num (Nat Ord. Leguminosce) yields a decoction and extract which are used in medicine as an unirritating astringent, in chronic diarrhma and dysentery, cholera infantum, and passive haemorrhages. Dose of Decoctum Hamatoxyli, 1 to 2 fluid ounces. Extractum , 10 to 30 grains. *Liquor Ucematoxyli Comp. : 1 drachm (prepared by Savory and Moore) has been recommended as a very valuable astringent remedy. 278 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1649 Ext. Hsematoxyli, 3ss. Mist. Cretse, Aqu 0 e Cinnamomi, ana f 5 vj. Misce, pro haustu bis terve in die sumendo. In Diarrhoea^ — Mr. BbANDE. 1650 Ext. Hsematoxyli, 5 ss. Aquae, f^ij. Tinct. Opii, p\ij. Dracbmse duee ter quotidie siiniantur. In Chronic Diarrhoea* — Dr. PARIS. 1651 Becocti Hsematoxyli, f §iv. Vi^ rubri Lusitanici, f 3 j. Acidi Nitrici, dil. t»\x. Tinct. Opii, uxv. Misce : sumat cochleare medium quater in die. In Chronic Diarrhoea,'— T>v* GeayeS. 1652 9 . Becocti Hsematoxyli, Bismutlii Subnit. gr. x. Tinct. Catechu, 5 j. Fiat haustus. In Diarrhoea of Waxy Kidney , — Dr. James Andrew. 1653 ^ Ext. Heematoxyli, 3 j. Becocti Cinciionse, t ^iij. Aquae Cinnamomi, Syr. Aurantii, ana f ^ss. Misce. A dessert-spoonful every hour. In Diarrhoea of Children. — Dr. Uee. 1654 9 . Becoeti Haematoxyli, f ^viij. Aluminis pulv. 5 ss. Fiat enema astringens. Dr. Reece. Heleniijm. See Inula. ^HELLEBORUS. The root of Kelleborus niger^ or Christmas Rose (Nat. Ord. Itanunculacece)^ is a hydragogue cathartic, and emmenagogue. In over-doses it acts as an irritant poison. It has been recommended in mania, hypochondriasis, dropsy, epilepsy, apoplexy, amenorrhoea, cutaneous diseases. It is now seldom prescribed. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 279 Dose of Pulvis Ilellehori nigri, 5 to 10 grains. Extractum Ilellehori, U.S., 5 to 10 grains. Tinctura Hellebori nigri, 1 draclim. 1655 9> Tin ct. Hellebori nigri, f 5iss. Inf. Sennse co. f ^j. Syr. Zingiberis, f 5ij. Misce : fiat liaustus primo mane sumendus. In Mania, or Cephalalgia, loith Torpid Towels, Dr. NeliOAN. 1656 5° Hellebori, Ext. Jalapse, ana 5ss. Zingiberis pulv. gr. x. Misce bene, et divide in pilulas xv. Sumantur tres semel vel bis in hebdomad^. In Melancholia, — Dr. H. Reece. 1657 Tinct. Hellebori nigri, Tinct. Castorei, Sp. iEtheris Nit. ana f 3ij. Misce : sumat nxxxx ter vel qiiater in die pro re natA. In Melancholia, — Dr. E. J. Clark. HEMIDESMI RADIX. Hemidesmus Boot, The root of Hemidesmus Indicus, or Indian Sarsaparilla (Nat. Ord. Asclepiadace(je),h.^^ been proposed as a substitute for sarsaparilla; it has an aromatic odour, and contains a peculiar volatilizal5le acid. It is diuretic, and an alterative in some renal affections. Dose of Syrupus Ilemidesmi, 1 drachm. 1658 5® Liq. Potassse, f 5ss to f 3j. Aquae fl. Aurantii, f 3j. Syr. Hemidesmi, f ^v. Sumat coclil. ij ampla ter die ex decoct, liordei. In Gonorrhoea, — Mr. H. Bellinaye. 1659 Decocti Hordei comp, f ^x. Syr. Hemidesmi, fjij- Fiat misturai cujus sumantur ccchlearia ampla duo interdum. In Inflammation of Mucous Memlranes , — Dr. NeliciAN. 280 THE BOOK OF FEESCRIPTIONS. 16G0 9- Syr. Hemidesmi, f ^iv. Tinct. Tolutanse, f 5ss. Tinct. Camphorse co. f 5j. Vini Ipecacuanlise, f 5iij. Aquse, f 5iij. Fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochleare amplum quaque, secund^ liorii. In Chronic bronchitis. — Dr. Nelioan. HORDEUM DECORTICATUM. Pearl Barley. The decorticated seeds of Hordeum distichon (Nat. Ord. Qraminacece) are much used in the form of Decoctum Hordei as a mild demulcent and slightly nutritive drink, in catarrh, febrile complaints, &c. ^Decoctum Sordei comp, contains figs, liquorice, and raisins. Humulus. See Lupblus. HYDRARGYRUM. Preparations of Mercury. The compounds of mercury are alterative, deobstruent, cholagogue, cathartic, antiphlogistic, anthelmintic, and anti- syphilitic. They are all of them capable of inducing a state of mercurialism, of which salivation is the prominent symp- tom. 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, and cause the absorption or check the formation of morbid products. Mercury, as a metal, is seldom prescribed alone internally. It is some- times employed in a very divided state as an inunction. Its vapour will produce salivation. The following are the principal preparations and their doses ; Pilula Hydrargyriy Blue Pill; as an alterative, 3 to 5 grains; as a cathartic, 8 to 15 grains, but usually conjoined with purgatives, or followed by them; as a sialogogue, 5 grains three times a day, till the gums are affected, adding a THE BOOK OK PRESCRIPTIONS. 231 little opium, if necessary, to prevent the pills from acting on the bowels. Kydrargyri lodidum 'Rubrum is an irritant poison, but more powerful than the green iodide. It acts like Corrosive sublimate. Dose, to J of a grain. Hydrargyri lodidum Viride is an irritant poison. It acts like calomel. It is given in lymphatic and gland- ular affections. Rxiernally, it is used for syphilitic sores, and skin diseases. Dose, I to 3 grains. Sydrargyri Nitratis Liquor Acidus is a powerful es- charotic. Ejydrargyri Oxidum Flavum is a recent preparation. Oleate of Mercury and an ointment are prepared from it. The Oleate is a valuable topical remedy in persistent inflam- mations of joints. Sydrargyri Oxidum Rubrum is a powerful irritant and escharotic. It is seldom given internally. It is employed in ointment for ophthalmia, indolent ulcers, and in powders to excrescences, chancres. Dose, J to 1 grain. Sydrargyri RercTiloridum, 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, gr. y’g to |. Liquor Sydrargyri Perchloridi, | to 2 drachms. Sydrargyri Subcliloridumy Calomel, is alterative, purga- tive, antiphlogistic. It is given in syphilis, scrofula, skin affections, liver derangements, diseases of the brain, pleu- risy, peritonitis, constipation, &c. S^ternally, it is used in cutaneous disorders. Dose, as an alterative, ^ to I grain ; as an antiphlogistic, 3 to 5 grains ,* as a cholagogue cathartic, 3 to 6 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. Rilula Sydrargyri Subchloridi composita (Plummer’s Pill), dose, 5 to 10 grains. The Antidotes to Corrosive sublimate are Albumen, White of Egg, Milk, Wheaten Flour, Protochloride of Tin. Sydrargyri Sulphas is employed in the preparation of Calomel and Corrosive Sublimate. 282 THE BOOK OF PE.ESCBIPTIONS. Hydrargyrum Ammoniatum^ White Precipitate of Mer- cury, is for outward use only. It is prescribed for pediculi and skin diseases. Hydrargyrum cum Cretd, Grey Powder, is a mild prepara- tion, yet capable of producing salivation by continued use. Dose, 3 to 8 grains. It is inbch employed in diseases of children attended with deficient biliary secretion. Dose of ^Hydrargyri Acetas, -J- to 1 grain. * Cyanidi, to grain. * Pfiosphas, ^ to ^ grain. * Proto-iodidi, | to 1 grain. «■ Sulphuretum (Cinnabar), for fumigating. *Liquor Arsenici et Ilydrargyri HydriodafAs (Donovan’s Solu- tion), 10 to 30 minims. The External apgplications are placed together last. 1661 9, Pil. Hydrarg. 5j. Divide in pil. xij. Sumat unam ter die. • In SyjgJiiliSy and Chronic Inflammation of the Liver, Dr. Joy. 1663 9> Pil. Hydrarg. Ext. Rhei, ana 3j. Misce optirae et div. in pil. xxx. Sumat. una bis die. In Indigestion, with Confined Bowels, and Inactive Liver, Mr. Beakde. 1663 9= Pil- Hydrarg. gr. x. Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. v. Misce, et divide in pil. tres. Sumat unam quar.tia lioris. Adliibiatur enema purgans. In Jaundice, with tenderness over the Liver , — Dr. GeaveS. 1664 9 Pii- Hydrarg. gr. iij. Ext. Hyoscyanii, gr. iij. Ipecac, pulv. gr. j. riant pilulse duse omni nocte sumendse. Dr. Detjitt. 1665 9 Pib Hydrarg. gr. ix. Sodse Garb. gr. vj. Ext. Taraxaci, gr. xij. Ext. Hyoscyanii, gr. iij. Misce : fiant pil. vj-. Sumat j sccunda vel tertia quaque die, horse dim. ante prandium. In Bityriasis , — Dr. Neliqan. THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS. 283 1666 Pil. Hydrarg. Pil. Aloes CO. ana gr. xxiv. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s. Misce, et divide in pil^x. Sumat nnam omni nocte horS. somni. In Flatulent Indigestion^ with Liver derangement. Dr. AinSLIE. 1667 Pil. Hydrarg. gr. iij. Pulv. Scillse, gr. j . Pulv. Digitalis, gr. j. Fiat pilula, meridie et vespere sumenda. In Ascites . — Dr. G. GreOOEY. 1668 Pil- Hydrarg. Oj. Ext. Coloc. CO. 5S3. Misce, et divide in pil. x. Sumat ij alternis noctibus, vel pro re nata. Dr. Joy. 1669 Hydrarg. gr. iij. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. ss— j. Ext. Coloc. CO. gr. ij. Ext. Hyoscy. gr. ij. Sapon. dur. gr. j. M. Eiant pil. ij h. s. sum. [To be followed in the morning by a draught of Senna and Taraxacum.] In Duodenal Dgsjpe^sia. — Dr. Copland. 1670 Ung. Hydrarg. fort. 5j. Pulv. Sarsse rad. 3j. Misce, et divide in pil. x1. Sumat unam manevespereque. [To be after- wards increased to four a day.] In Secondary Syphilitic Affections. — M. CazbI^AYE. 1671 9> Eerri Peroxidi Hydrat. 5j. Hydrargyri, 3ij. Conf. Rosse, 3iij. Tere simul donee globuli non amplius conspici possint. Tonic, Alterative, and Sialogogue. — Dr. COLLIBE. 1672 9> Hydrarg. lodidi, Oj. Aloes Socot. Eerri Sulph. Myrrhse pulv. ana 3ss. 01. Sabinee, n^xx. Misce, et divide in pil. xxiv. Sumat unam ter die. In Amenorrhoea. — Dr. Barboue. 1673 9= Hydrarg. lodidi, gr. j. Ext. Juniperi, gr. xij. Pulv. Glycyrrhizee, q. s. Misce, et div. in pil. viij. Begin with two, morning and evening ; after- wards increase to three or four. In Scrofula, with Syphilis . — M. BlETT. 284 1674 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. Hydrarg. lodidi Rubri, gr. j. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, gr. xxxij. Misce optime, et diy. in pil. xvj. Sumat unam nocte manique. In Sy^philis . — Dr. JoT. 1675 5“ Hydrarg. lodidi Rubri, gr. j. Ext. Sarsse, Ext. Gent ianae, ana 3j. Misce, et div. in pil. x. Sumat unam ter die. In Psoriasis . — Dr. BuegesS. 1676 Hydrarg. lodidi, gr. yj. Confec. Rosse, q. s. Misce, et divide in pil. vj. One pill three times a day. In Parly Stage of Syphilis . — Mr. ErichseN. 1677 Hydrarg. lodidi Viridis, gr. ij. Hydrarg. cum Cret^, gr. xij. Pulv. Cinnam. co gr. ix. !Misce, et div. in pulv. vj, quorum capiat unum omiii mane. [For a child of two years old.] In Cutaneous Pruptions of Infancy and Childhood, Dr. Neligan. 1678 Hydrarg. lodidi Viridis, gr. iv Hydrarg. cum Greta, gr. xij. Sodee Garb. gr. xij. Pulv. Myrrhm, gr. vj. Mucil. q. s. ut fiantpil. duodecim. One to be taken three times a day. In Chronic Impetigo . — Dr. Neligan. 1679 Hydrarg. lodidi viridis, gr. j. Ext. Sarsae liquid!, 5ij. Aquae, Fiat haustus. To be repeated three times a day. In Syphilis . — * 1680 Hydrarg. Oxidi rubri, gr. j. Opii, gr. i. Olei Garophyili, rqj. Fiat pilula h. s. per hebdomadam sumenda. Sialogogue . — John Huntee. 1681 Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. iv. Opii purif. gr. viij. Ext. Guaiaci, 5ss. Fiant pil. xxiv. One pill three times a day, vlth compound Decoction of Sarsaparilla. In Syphilis . — Dhpuyteen. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 285 1683 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. iij. Alcoholis, q. s. Solve, et adde Ext. Conii, 5 j. Misce, et divide in pil. lx. Six pills to be taken in the day, and the quantity gradually increased to nine or ten. In Herpetic 'Eruptions . — KoPP. 1683 9 , Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. j. Glutinis, veg. recent, gr. xv. Tere simul, et adde Pulv. Acaciee, gr. iv. Pulv. Althaese, gr. viij. Misce, et divide in pil. x. Snmat j bis die. 1684 9 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. Decoct. Sarsee co. 5 iij. Fiat haustus. To be repeated three times a day. In Chronic Arthritis , — ^ 1685 9 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. ij. Ovi unius, Ammon. Cliloridi, 5 j. AqujE destil. ^ij. Misce exactissime. Eiltra. A tablespoonful every two hours. In Syphilis. — Baeenspuno. 1686 9 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. 3 ^. Vitelli Ovi, unius. Mist. Araygdalm Amarae, ^iij. Misce. One tablespoonful three times a day. In Syphilitic Diathesis. — Thiet. 1687 9 Hydrarg. Perclilor. Strychnise, aa gr. Quiniae Sulph. gr. xij. Ext. Belladonnae, gr. ij. Misce, fiant pil. xij. One night and morning. , In Constipation. — Dr. H. Geeenhalgh. 1688 9 Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. -Jj. Ext. Belladonnae, gr. -J. Ext. Gentianae, gr. iv. Fiat pilula. One pill twice a day. In Uterine Fibroid. — Dr. E. Gebenhalqh. 1689 9 Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. j. Aquae destil. nr^x. Tere simul, et adde Pulv. Digitalis, 3j. Ext. Glycyrrhizsa, 533 . Contunde in massam et divide in pil. xvj. Sumat unam bis die post cibum. C. L. 286 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1690 Ilydr. Perchlor. f 5j. Tinct. Cinclionse, f 3j. Aquae destil. Fiat haustus bis die suraendus. In Ojpacity of the Cornea. — Dr. J. C. Hall. 1691 Liq. Hydrarg. Perclilor. 5j. Tinct. Perri Perchlor. u^xv. Glycerini, 5j. Aquae destil. 5x. M. Sit haustus, bis terve die sumend. In certain Chronic Inflammatory Affections, especially Uterine and Glandular, with a general Ancemic State. Dr. Clapton. 1693 liiq* Perchlor. gr. j. Tinct. Opii, 5j. Pulv. Acaciae. 5iij. Aquae destil. ^vj. Misce. A teaspoonful to be taken night and morning. In JRheumatic Amaurosis. — LangENBFCK. 1893 9 . Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. j. Tinct. Rhei, Tinct. Cinchonae, ana f 3j. Misce. A teaspoonful to be taken twice a day. Sir A. Cooper. 1694 9 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. x. Scammon. pulv. Jalapae pulv. ana 3j. Sacchari albi, 3ij. Misce, et divide in partes decern aequales. As a Purge for Children . — Mr. Brands. 1695 9 Hydrag. Subchlor. gr. vj. Pulv. Opii, gr. iij. Misce, et divide in pulv. iij. One every second hour. Ice-bladder to be applied when second powder given. In Strangulated Umhilical Hernia ivhen first trial of taxis fails. Mr. Eriohsen. 1696 9 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iv. Pulv. Jalapae, gr. ij. Sacchar. alb. 5ss. Misce, fiant pulv. viij. One powder in water every two Lours. In Acute Gastric Catarrh . — Bednar. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 287 1697 Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. vj. Ext. Hyoscyami, 3iiss. Misce, fiant pil. xij. One pill night and morning. In Incomplete Semiplegia. — Mr. Lockhart CiiABKE. 1698 5° Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. j. To be taken every hour until diarrhoea ceases, cold compresses being applied to the abdomen. In Cholera Asiatica . — Niemeyee. 1699 Hydrarg. Subchlor. 3ss. Butyri recentis, q. s. ut fiat bolus. To be placed at the root of the tongue. In Apoplexy, — Dr. Copland. 1700 9 , Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iij. Pulv. Jacobi, gr. iij. Ext. Colocyntb. co. gr. iv. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. ij. Hiv. in pil. ij pro dose. Dr. Joy. 1701 9 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iv. Pulv. Antimon. gr. viij. Opii purif. gr. j. Misce, et div. in pil. iv. Sumat unam sextis horis, cum liaustu salino effervescente. At the Commencement of Fevers, — Dr, G. Gregory. 1702 9 Ext. Colocynthidis, 5ss. Pulv. Scammonii, 3j. Hydr. Subchlor. gr. xij. Misce : fiant pil. xij quarum cap. j nocte, quoties alvus fuerit justo astrictior. Dr. Pereira. 1703 9 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. ij. Jalapse, gr. vj. Pulv. Camphorse, gr. iij. Pulv. Zingiberis, gr. vj. Olei Cassiae, -n\ ij. Fiat pulvis. To be taken once or twice a week in gruel. In Dysmenorrhoea, — Dr, Ashwell. 1704 9 Hydrarg. Subchlor. Opii pulv. gr. V. Conf. Rosae, q. s. Kant pilulae viginti. Sumat unam mane nocteque. In Syphilitic Cases, — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 288 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1705 5 , Calomel, gr. vij. Morpiiise, gr. j. Pt. pul vis hora somni sum. [After a hot foot bath, and cold aflfusion to the head.] In Delirium^ following a dehaucli, — Dr. Moeehead, 1 7 0 6 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. xij, Pil. Gambogiae co. Ext. Colocyuth. co. ana gr. xv. Syr. Zingiberis, q, s. riant pilulee xij. Sumat ij hor4 somni p. r. n. In Olstinate Costiveness, — Dr. JoY. 1707 9> Hydrarg. Subchlor. Ext. Colchici acet. Aloes purif. ana gr. j . P. Ipecacuanhae, gr. ij. Eiat pilula, quartis horis sumenda. [After two or three pills have been taken, give one or two doses of Decoct. Aloes compositum. In Gout, — Mr. A. White. 1708 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iv. » Ext. Colocynth. co. gr. viij. riant pilulse duae, hora decubitus sumendae. Mist. Gentianae co. f 5x. Magnes. Siilph. 5iij. Tinct. Jalapae, f 5j. Sp. Ammon, arom. f ^ss. Fiat haustus mane sumendus. In Torpidity of the liver (in strong constitutions). Dr. G. Geegoey. 1709 Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. j. Pulv. Digitalis, gr. ss. P. Tragacanth. co. gr. vj. Misce : sit pulvis. One every sixth hour, for a child of two or three years old. In Sydroce^halus, — Dr. Uee. 1710 5“ Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. xij. Pil. Hydrargyri, gr. xxiv. Pulv. Scillae, gr. xxxvj. Misce, et divide in pil. xij aequales. Sir A. CooPEE. 1711 9 , Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. x. Ext. Glycyrrhizae, q. s. Misce, fiant pil. xx. Two pills twice a day. In Syghilis , — Niemeyee. THE BOOK OF PKESCKIPTIONS. 289 1713 Hydrarg. ciira CretA, 5j. Piih*. Ipecac, co. 9ij. Magnes. Garb. 33s. Tere bene simul. Four to six grains to be taken as a sedative for children. Dr. Copland. 1713 Hydr. cum Cret^, 53 s. Ipecac, pulv. 9ss. Rhei, pulv. 3ij. Pulv Cinnamoini co. 3..s. Sacchari albi, 5j. Misce, et divide in pulv. x. Sumat j bis terve die. As a Deohstruentffor Infants . — Dr. Joy. 1714 Hydrarg. c. Greta, gr. iij. Quiniee Sulpli. gr. j. Fiat pulvis. To be taken three times a day. A jpurge for a child in Phlyctenular Ophthalmia. Mr. Heney Powee. 1715 Hydrarg. cum Greta, gr. ij. Rhei rad. pulv. gr. iv. Pulv. Ginnam. co. gr. j. Fiat pulvis semel in septimane sumendus. Dentur bis quotidie y»\xx. Vini Ferri, ex aquae pauxillo. In Cachexies of Children. — Dr. Okes. 1 7 1 6 Hydrarg. cum Greta, gr. vj. Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr. ij. Sacchari purif. gr. xij. Sumat partem quartam sextis horis. In Aphthae of Infants. — Dr. G. Geegoey, 1717 9> Hydr. cum Gret^, gr. xij. Pulv. Scammonii, gr. xij. Sodse Garb. gr. vj. Pulv. Ginriamomi co. gr. xij. Misce ; divide in portiones pares sex, e quibus sumatur una orani mane. Alterative and Cathartic for Children^ and in Worms. Dr. Neligan. 1718 p. Hydrarg. cum Cretd, 5j. 01. Terebinth, f 5j. Pulv. Acacise, 53 s. Aquae, f^ij. Misce. A teaspoonful to be taken every two hours. In a form of Miasmatic Fever, of Children. Dr. Upshee (U. S.). 19 290 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 1719 Hydrarg. Acet. ^ss. Camphorse, 5ss. Opii pulv. gr. XXX. [9ss, Dr. Joy.] Syr. Papaveris, q. s. Misce, et div. in pil. xxx. Sumat unam omni nocte maneque. In Syphilis . — Mr. Caemichael. 1720 9= Hydr. Acet. Maunse, Acacise pulv. ana 3j. Aquae Eosae, *q. s. Piant pil. xx. Siiraat iij hora somni. In Syphilis , — KeySee. 1721 9 Hydrarg. Phospliatis, gr. j. Opii pulv. gr. j. Antim. Tart. gr. Fiat piluluj omni nocte sumenda. Dr. Hunt. 1722 9 Hydrarg. Cyanidi, gr. vj. Opii pulv. 3ss. Micae panis, 5,j. Mellis, q. s. Piant pilulae 96. One to be taken morning and evening. M. Paeent. 1723 9 Hydrarg. Cyanidi, gr. viij. Aquae destil. 3 viij. Dose, one or two draclims a day in milk and water, or gruel. In the same cases as Liq, Sydr. Perchloridi . — M. Paeent. 1724 9 Hydrarg. Proto-iodidi, 5ss. Ext. Lactucae, 3ij. Ext. Guaiaci, 5j. Ext. Sarsae, q. s. ut fiant pil. 72. One to be taken daily at first, afterwards two, M. Biett. 1725 9 Hydrarg. Proto-iodidi, gr. xv. Ext. Opii, gr. iv. Ext. Guaiaci, 5j. Conf. Eosae, q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. 100 dividenda. One to four daily. In Secondary and Tertiary Syphilis, Teoussbau and Reyeil. THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 291 1726 Hydrarg. Proto-iodidi, Lactucarii, aa 5iss. Ext. Opii, gr. ix. Ext. Guaiaci, 5j. Misce, fiant pil. xxxvj. One pill twice a day. In 8y]p7iilis . — RiCOED. 1727 ^ Hydrarg. Bromidi (Per-bromidi, gr. ss. Decoct. Dulcamarse, fS^iij. Misce. Two tablespoonfuls to be given three times a day. In Obstinate Secondary Syphilitic Eruptions. Pr. Neligak. Exteen AL Applications. The following preparations are employed for external use : JEmplastrum Sydrargyri. Ammoniaci cum Hydrargyro, Linimentum HydrargyrL Suppositoria . TJnguentum . — comp. (Scott’s absorbent oint- ment). (The above contain metallic mercury.) lotio Hydrargyri Flava. Yellow wash^ contains corrosive sublimate. Lotto Nigra. BlacJc wash^ contains calomel. TJnguentum Sydrargyri Ammoniati. lodidi jRuhri. Nitratis (Unguentum Citrinum). ■ Oxidi Ruhri. — — Subchloridi. *Hydrargyri Oleatum (10 per cent.). * Cyanidi. ^Pessaria Hydrargyri Bromidi. * Bibromidi. ^TJnguentum Nydrargyri Fortius (mercury 24 ounces, lard 12 ounces). * TJnguentum Hydrargyri Oxidi Flavi. 292 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. Ointments* 1728 Png. Ilydrarg. fort. 5j- Hujus imgueiiti affricetur drachma uua femoribus internis ante focum singulis noctibus, donee ptyalismus excitatur. To produce Salivation in Syphilis, — Dr. Peeeiea. To salivate children, spread diluted mercurial ointment on a flannel roller and bind it round one of the child’s legs. 1729 5, Ung. Hydrarg. 5j. Glycerini, 5j. I'iat unguentum. Smear the ointment over the iuflamed parts, and over the sound parts beyond, twice in twenty-four hours. In Hrysiyelas * — Dr. Neligan. 1730 Uug. Hydrarg. 5j- Puiv. Amyli, 5ij. Misce, fiat unguentum. To be smeared over the parts, and reuew'ed as it peels off. To prevent Pitting in Smallpox . — Prof. Bennett. 1731 Ung. Hydrarg. 5ij. Ammon. Chloridi pulv. 5j. Misce bene. In Glandular Enlargements . — DUPUYTEEN. 1732 p, Ung. Hydrarg. fort. Camphorse, 5ss. Pulv. Opii, 5j. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. Infricetur lateri infecto. In Pleurisy . — Dr. Blakiston. 1733 9, Ung. Hydrarg. gr. v. Ext. Belladonnse, gr. ij. 01. Theobromse, ad gr. xv. Fiat pessariura. To be applied at bedtime. In Chronic Metritis . — Dr. R. Geeenhalgh. 1734 9 Hydrarg. cum CretA 3ss. Cerati Cetacii, ^ij. Fiat unguentum. In Excoriations of the Anus . — Dr. Quain. 1735 9 Hydrarg. Oxidi Rubri, 3 s8. Adipis suilli, 5j. Misce exactissime. Fiat unguentum. In Plenorrhcea of the Eyes . — Blasius. THE BOOK OF PBESOBIPTIONS. 293 1736 ' E, ITydrarf^. Oxidi Rubri, 31. Adipis suilli, i^xvj. 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.) Mr. Dokovak. 1737 Hydrarg. Oxidi Rubri, Hydrarg. Ammoniati, ana gr. v. Adipis prsep. 5j. Fiat unguentum. In Obstinate Acne. — Dr. Tilbury Foy. 1738 Hydrarg. Subchlor. 3j to 5j. Adipis prsep. 3j. Fiat unguentum. In most Chronic Uru^tions. — Dr. Buroess. 1739 5° Hydrarg. Subchlor. 9ss. Adipis, 3j. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Chronic Herjpes Lahialis. — Dr. Nelioak. 1740 9, Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. xxx. Magnesise Garb. 9j. Ung. Rosse, ^j. Fiat unguentum. For Sore Nip;ples. — Dr. FoRDYCE Barker. 1741 9> Pagenstecher’s Yellow Ointment (Yellow Mercuric Oxide) (Apothecaries’ Hall, Ireland). The size of a pea to be inserted between eyelids, and after five niinutes what remains to be carefully washed out with a soft sponge. In Fhlyctenular Ophthalmia . — Dr. H. B. SwANZY. 1742 9. Hydrarg. Protiodidi, gr. xij — xxiv. Axungim, ^j. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Syphilitic Fruptions and Inveterate Scaly Diseases. Dr. Burgess. 1743 9* Hydrarg. lodidi, 9ij— iv. Axungim, ^ij. Misce : fiat unguentum. To old Venereal Sores and Scrofulous Ulcers. — M. Lugol. 1741- 9 Hydrarg. lodidi Rubri, gr. xij. Axungice, 3J. Misce ; fiat unguentum. In Syphilitic Fri^ptions and inveterate Scaly Diseases. Dr. Burgess. 1745 9 Hydrarg. lodidi rubri, gr. xv. Adipis, 3s3. Misce: fiat unguentum. In Lupus, — Blasius. 294 THE BOOK OF PBESCKIPTIONS. 1746 Hydrar^. lodidi rubri, 3j. Adipis, 3iss. Misce : fiat unguentura. To Venous Ulcerations. — M. Biett. 1747 5® Hydrarg. lodidi rubri, gr. xv. Adipis, 5ij. ■ 01. Bergamotae, r(\x. Misce ; fiat unguentum. In Chronic Cutaneous Affections. — M. Biett. 1748 9= Hydrarg. lodidi Rubri, Hydrarg. Subchlor. ana gr. xij. Sacch. Alb. 3SS. Misce. To be used as an errhine. In Ozeena. — Niemeyee. 1749 9 Hng. Hydrarg. lodidi Rubri, 5j. Ung. Picis Liquidse, 5vj. Misce. In lorrigo Scutulata . — Mr. E RICH SEN. 1750 9, Hydrarg. lodidi rubri, gr. Adipis, 3ij. Cerse albse, gr. ij. Misce : fiat unguentum. As an Hye Salve . — KoPP. 1751 9 Hng. Hydrarg. Nitratis, 5j. 01. Amygdalae dulcis, 5vij. Misce : fiat unguentum, cujus pauxillum bis in die utend. To Scemorrhoids . — Mr. CouLSON. 1753 9> Hydrarg. Cyanidi, gr. xij (gr. xvij, Biett). Axungi*, 5j. Misce : fiat unguentum. To Syjyhilitic Sores. — Beeea. Plasters. 1753 9 Hng. Hydrarg. ^j. Gum Ammoniaci, 5vj. Ext. Belladonnae, 5iv. Acidi Hydrocyan. dil. n\xxx. (Make a mass with the Ammoniac and extract with a little water; mix the ointment and acid, and rub the whole together.) As an apjplication to Scirrhous and Scrofulous Tumours. 1754 9 Hng. Hydrargyri, ^j. 01. Terebinth. Camphorae, ana 5ij. Cerati simplicis, 3j. Misce bene, et fiat emplastrum. As a rubefacient application over the region of the Liver, when blisters cannot be used. — Dr. Ellis (U.S.). THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 295 Liniments, 1755 9= Ung. Hydrargyri, siv. 01. Amygdalae dulcis, 3'j* Tinct. Opii, 5iij. Misce : fiat Imimeiitum, bis terve in die utendum. To Inflamed Ulcers of the Gians Penis . — St. Maeie. 1756 9> Uiig. Hydrarg. Nitratis, ^iss. Cerati simplicis, 5^iiss. 01. Olivee, Misce : fiat linimentum. Manchester Inpirmaey. 1757 Hydrarg. Acetatis, 5j. or. Olivse, 5ij. Axungiae, 3 vj. Misce bene, ut fiat linimentum. In Herpes.-^YkS^ MONS. 1768 Hydrarg. Oleati, 3j To be painted over affected part. In Tinea Circinata . — Dr. Leonard Cane. 1759 9 . Hydrarg. Oleati, 5j. Morphise, gr. j. Fiat linimentum. In Persistent Inflammation of Joints. Mr. John Marshall. 1760 9 Merc. Sublim. corros. Campliorae, ana gr. xij. Alum. crud. Sacch. Saturni, ana 3j. Misce terendo, et adde Acet. concent. 3 ij. Huic solutioni vitro immissae adde iEtheris, 53 et conquassa. {FlenFs Lmiment.) For Syphilitic Condylomata, — Dr. Fricke. Lotions. 1761 9 Hydrarg. Subclilor. 3j. Liq. Calcis, ^vss. Mucil. Acaciae, f 3SS. Misce, ut fiat lotio. To Indolent and Venereal Sores . — Dr. HoOPER, 1762 9 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. x. Aquae, 5j- To he applied with a camel’ s-hair brush hi Uingworm, Mentagra, after the removal of the hairs with a pair of pincers. Dr. Harley. 296 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 1763 Hydrar^. Perclilor. gr. xv. Liq. Calcis, lb. j. Misce : fiat lotio. (Yellow V»^asli.) 'Externally to Syphilitic Sores. 1764 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. ij. Sp. tenuioris, 5j- Miace : fiat lotio. To prevent Bedsores. — Sir B. Beodie. 1765 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. x. Sp. Pectif, 5 j. Solve. (A piece of lint, soaked in this, to be kept applied to the part for two minutes, so as to cause vesication). In Herpes Circinatus. — Dr. Andeesok. 1766 5^ Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. j—iij. Emuls. Aniygd. aiuar. ^vj. Misce : fiat lotio. In Earns. — GOWLAND. 1767 % Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. j. Acid. Hydrocyan. 5 j. Emuls. Aniygdalse, 5 \-j. Misce : fiat lotio. In Lichen . — Dr. BtJEaESS. 1768 Ijt Hydrarg. Perclilor, gr. ij. Sp. Pectificat. 5 ). Eiat lotio. For Bedsores . — Mr. Eeichsek. 1769 Hydrarg. Perclilor. 5j. Alcohol, 3j. Fiat lotio. Paint affected spot. In Psoriasis. — Niemeyee. 1770 9 . Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. ij. Acidi Hydrocyan. 3 ij. Emuls. Amygd. amar. ^x. Misce : fiat lotio. For Chronic Eruptions ivith Itching.— Di\ BeegesS. 1771 5“ Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. ij. Acidi Hydrochlor. ipij. Aquae Caniphorse, 3 viij. Misce : fiat lotio. In Sycosis.— Di\ L. Weight. 1773 Hydrarg. Perclilor. gr. xx. Alcoholis, 3 ss. Solve. Adde Saponis viridis. Aquae destil. ana 3 iiss. 01. Lavandulae, ti\xx. M. (To be used as ordinary soap, night and morning.) Pityriasis versicolor, — Dr. Andeesok. THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIOKS. 297 1773 p. Hydrarg. 5ss. Acidi Nitrici, 5j- Solve, et adde Aquae, lb. iiss. Misce : fiat lotio. [Half an ounce to be applied every morning for three weeks, or till the complaint is cured.] In 'Psora and Prurigo, — Dr. JoY. 1774 5^ Ung. Hydrarg. Kitrat. 01. Coc. palmat. 3U- Liq. Calcis, 3hj- Misce : fiat lotio, nocte maneqiie applic. In Herpes of Children. — Mr. C. HoGO. 1775 Hy^drarg. Bibromidi, gr. vj. Aquae destil. Oj. Misce : fiat lotio. For Syphilitic Chancres. — Weeneck. Collyria. 1776 Hydrarg, Perchlor. gr. j. Aquae destil. f 3viij. Fiat collyrium. Mr. Mackenzie. 1777 9> Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. ij. Pulv. Opii, gr. X. Aquae Rosae, 3iv. Solve, et adde Mucil. Cydoniac, 3ss. Misce: fiat collyrium. ' Van Mons. Injections. 1778 Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. j. Aquae destil. Misce. As an Injection in Oonorrhoea ichen the constitution is not. very irritalle. — Mr. Beansby Coopee. 1779 5“ Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. iij. Aquae Posmarini, Aquae destil. ana 3iij* Solve. To he used as an Injection in Fistula Lachrymalis. — Beee. 1/80 9* Hydrarg. Pcrcldor. gr. j. Aquae, 3,i- Fiat injectio. Inject twelve drops subcutaneously. In Syphilis. — Niemeyee. 298 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. Gargles. 1781 Hydrar^. Cyanidi, 3ss. Mellis Rosse, 3j- Decoc. Hordei, Oj. Misce : fiat gargarisma. Breea. 1783 Hydrarg. Cyanidi, Oss. Decoc. Lini, vel Decoc. Althseee, Oj. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Sg^philitic Sore-throat. — M. PARENT. Baths. 1783 Hydrarg. Perchlor. 5iJ. Glycerini, Jij. Aqu 0 e pluvialis (caloris grad. 90® P.) cong. xxx. Solve, lit fiat balneum mercuriale. In Sgjphilitic Bru^tions. — Dr. NeliCAN. 1784 9 . Hydrarg. lodidi rubri, 5j. Sodii Chlor. ^ij. Aquae pluvialis (caloris grad. 96® F.) cong. xxx. Misce, ut fiat balneum. In obstinate Sgjghilitic Bruptions. — Dr. Nelican. 1785 Calomel, gr. cc. Arsenici Oxidi albi, gr. j. Misce optime. A small quantity to be sprinkled over the surface. In Lupus , — Dupijytren. 1786 Hydrarg. Nitrat. acidi, 5ij. Pulv. Tragacanthae, q. s. ut fiat massa. Caustic Paste for Cancer and Lupus. — Dr. NeligAN. 1787 Hiq. Hydrarg. Nitrat. acidi, 5iij. Potass. Garb. 5vj. Aquae Rosae, ^vj. Fiat lotio. In Pityriasis Versicolor.— H iemby:eb, 1788 9> Hydrarg. Oxidi rubri, Aluminis, ana 3SS. Pulv. Sabinae, 3ij. Misce. As an application to Whitloio, Condyloma^ Sfc. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 299 Poioders for outward use, 1789 9, Calomel, Pulv, Sacchari, ana 5 ss. Pulv. Opii, gr. X. Misce. To be blown into tlie eye. In Ulcers of the Cornea. — Radius. 1790 5® Hydrarg. Perclilor. 9 j. Oxidi Zinci, 5 j. Pulv. Amyli Ind. 5 j- Misce. The part, previously well cleaned, to be repeatedly dusted with the powder. For Ill-conditioned Ulcers, Fczema, S^c, — Dr, Kelly (U.S.) 1791 Hydrarg. Oxidi Rubri, Amyli, ana 5 ss. Saccliari puri, 3 j- Misce bene terendo simul, ut fiat pulvis subtilissiraus. (To be blown into the eye three or four times a day.) In Thickening of the Cornea, — Dr. Nelioan. 1793 Hydrarg. Sulpliat. gr. j. Pulv. Asarabaccse, 3 iss. Misce, et div. in pulv. viij. One to be used as an errhine twice a day. In Outta Serena and Ozcena. — Dr. Ellis. Fumigations, 1793 Hydrarg. Sulphureti, ^ss. Pulv. Olibani, 3 ij. Misce. To be thrown on a red-hot iron, and the diseased parts (only) exposed to the fumes. In Kernes and Venereal Pustules. — Eoy. HYOSCYAMUS. The leaves and branches attached of the common Henbane {Hyoscyamus niger, Nat. Ord. Atrogacece) are narcotic. There are two cultivated kinds, the biennial and the annual ; the former is employed in medicine. Hyoscyamus allays pain, and subdues nervous excitement. It rarely produces sleep, except indirectly, or confines the bowels like opium. In large doses it causes delirium, coma, and death. It is 300 THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. given in irritable affections of the lungs, bowels, bladder, and other organs ; as a general sedative, in cases where opium is objected to on account of its stimulant or consti- pating effect, and to prevent the griping of purgative medicines. Externally it is anodyne. It may be applied instead of belladonna to dilate the pupils. Dose of Tinctura Hyoscyar,ii, 15 to 40 mini ms. Extractum , 3 to 6 p;r. Succus , 15 to 40 minims. Antidotes. — Emetics, stimulants, lemon juice. 1794 Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iij. Ext. Conii, gr. ij. Misce : fiat pilula, liora somni sum. 1795 5^ Ext. Hyoscyami, Ext. Conii, Ext. Papaveris, sing. 3j. Misce. Div. in pil. xij. Dr. Joy. Dr. Deuitt. 1796 5® Ext. Hyoscyami, Caraphorse, Lupiilince, ana gr. iij. Misce : fiant pil. ij, liortl som. sum. In Simple Watchfulness. — Dr. Stewaed. 1797 9 . Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xij. Carapliorse, gr. vj. Sp. recti f. uxij. Tere simul, et divide in pil. vj. Sumat duas omni nocte. Anodyne and Soporific. — Dr. JoY. 1798 9 . Ext. Hyoscyami, Sodse Garb, ana gr. v. 01. Juniperi, n\ij. Misce. Divide in pilulas tres. Sumantur liorA, decubitds. In Eed Gravel.— Vxv. Beande. 1799 9 Campliorse, Ammon. Garb, ana gr. iij. Pulv. Ipecacuari. gr. j. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. Mucilag. q. s. ut fiant pil. iij. j vel ij pro dosi. Antispasmodic. — Mr. Sayoey. THE BOOK OP PRESCBIPTIONS. 301 1800 5^ Ext. H 5 ^oscyami, gr. ij. Ext. Gentianee, gr. ij. Pulr. Opii, gr. 1 . Ext. Stramon. gr. M. fiat pilula, semiliord post cibum adliibenda. For Fainful Indigestion, — Dr. Ross. 1801 Hj'^oscyami, gr. xv. Ext. Stramonii, gr. iv. Ext. Lupuli, 3 j. Morph. Sulph. gr. iss. M. Div. iu pil. XX. Capiat unam omni semihorS,, donee leniatur dolor. In Fainful Affections, where full doses of opium are contra- indicated, Dr. H. Geeen. 1803 55. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. viij. Pil. Coloc. Co. Oiiss. Ext. Hyoscyami, 5ss. Eellis inspiss. 9j. Contunde simul, et divide massam iu pil. xxiv, quarum capiat j, vel ij, vel iij, pro dosi. Anodyno-aperient, — Dr. Copland. 1803 Sued Hyoscyami, 5ss. Aquse C amphorae, 5j. Syr. Ehceados, 5ij. Misce : fiat haustus, hora somni sumendus, et repetendus altern^ hor^ si non dormiat. i In Insomnia, — Dr. Neligan. 1804 Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. x. Vini Antimon. 5ij. Misce. Dose, 10 drops three or four times a day to an infant. In Hooping -cough, — Mr. Savoey. 1805 Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. Tinct. Sdllae, rqx. Acidi Nit. rqvj. Aquae, 5x. Misce : fiat haustus, tertiis horis repetendus. In Spasmodic Asthma, — Dr. Geegoey. 1806 Tinct. Scillae, n\viij. Acid. Nit. dil. n\vj. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. v. Syr. Papaveris, 5j. Aquae, 3iss. Piat haustus, bis terve indies sumend. In Coughs, — Dr. Paeis. 302 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1807 9> Tincfc. Hyoscyami, -n\xxx. Aquse Cinnamomi, 5j- Syr. simplicis, 5ss. Misce ; fiat haustus aiiodynus. Dr. Hoopee. 1808 9> Tinct. Hyoscyami, Sp. Ammon. Arom. ana n\xx. Mist. Gentianse Co. 5j- Misce : fiat liaustus. Sumat talem ter in die. In Fhospliaturia, 1809 5^ Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5 ij. Sp. Cliloroformi, r>\xx. Aquae Campliorse, |ij. M. fiat haustus, tertiis lioris repet. In Delirium Tremens. — Mr. H. Smith. 1810 Emuls. Amygdalae, ^iss. Potass. Nitrat. gr. v. Tinct. Campli. Co. 5 j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 53 s. Misce, ut fiat haustus, nocte sum. In Troublesome Cough, 1811 9 . Acidi Sulph. dil. Tinct. Hyoscyami, ana 5 iss. Tinct. Digitalis, 5 j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. Aquae, ana ^iv. Misce : fiat mistura. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day. In Nervousness. — Dr. Hoopee. 1813 9 Quin. Sulph. gr. iss. Acid. Sulph. dil. 5 j. Tinct. Digitalis, -nqxx. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5 j. Syr. Papaveris, 5ss. Aquae, "^iv. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. j amplum quaque hora. In the Fever of Phthisis. — Dr. GeayeS. 1813 9 Inf. Aurant. Co. 5 x. Sp. Menth. vir. 5 j. Liq. Potassae, Tqx. Magnes. Carb. 3j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 533 . Ext. Lupuli, gr. viij. Syr. Zingib. 5 j. Misce : fiat haustus. To prevent Vomiting . — Dr. Copland. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 303 1814 Tinct. Hyoscyami, Sp. Chloroform, aa ‘iY\_xv. Misce. In SicJc Headache during disturbed sensation. Dr. P. W. Latham. 1815 Pxt. Hyoscyami, 5ss. Saponis albi, sij. LiniOlei, 5vj. Misce; fiat linimentum. In Glandular Siuellings , — DtJPUYTEEN. 1816 9 . Fol. Hyoscyami, Pol. Stramonii, Pol. Dulcamarse, Pol. Sambuci, sing, manipulum unum. Axungiae, lb. ij. Heat together until all moisture is evaporated, and strain the ointment. As an Apj^lication to Frost-Bites and Chilblains. Spielmann. ICHTHYOCOLLA. Isinglass. Isinglass consists of the swimming bladder or sound of various species of sturgeoii {Acipenser) prepared and cut into fine shreds. It is useful in diet, and employed in medi- cine for its demulcent properties. ' 1817 9 Ichthyocollee, Aquae, lb. ij. Decoque ad libram unam, cola, et adde Lactis vaccini, lb. ij. Sacchari, ^j. Misce. A wineglassful frequently, as a demulcent and nutritive for delicate persons. Dr. Hooper. *IGNATIA AMARA. The seeds of Ignatia Amara, known as St. Ignatius’ beans (Nat. Ord. Loganiacece)^ come from the Philippine Islands. They are exceedingly bitter, and contain a larger quantity of the alkaloid Strychnia than Nux Vomica seeds. They act as a bitter stomachic and nervine tonic. Dose of the Extractum, J to 1 grain. 304 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTIONS. *INDIGUM. Indigo. Indigo is a blue dye obtained from several species of Indigo^ fera (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce) by allowing tlie plants to fer- ment in vats of water. It is very poisonous. It is an antispasmodic, and bas been particularly recommended in the treatment of epilepsy and amenorrhcea. Dose of the powder 20 to 60 grains, gradually increased. 1818 Indigo pulv. 5 ss. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. v. Misce : fiat pulvis. Sumat taleni quater in die. JELogital de la Charite. 1819 Indigo pulv. (aquse guttis nonnullis subacti), 3 ij— iv. Pulv. Cinnam. co. 5 ss. Syr. simp. 53 . Misce : fiat electuarium, 5 j ad 5 ij pro dosi. In 'Ejgilepsy^ Hysteria, and Chorea . — Phcebps. 1820 5“ Pnlv. Indigi, gr. Ixxv. Assafoetidse, gr. xv. Castoris, gr. vij. Misce : divide in pilulas xx. Sumat unam omni hoiA. PODEECA. *INULA. 'Elecampane. The root of Inula Selenium (Nat. Ord. Composite^) dried, and cut into slices, of a greyish-yellow colour, has a bitter pungent taste and aromatic odour Elecampane is tonic, expectorant, and diaphoretic, and is chiefly employed in cases of chronic catarrh, in combination with other medi- cines. Dose of the Fowder, wliicli is rarely given alone, 20 to 60 grains. Becoctum Eelenii, 1 to 2 ounces. Extractum 20 to 60 grains. 1821 Ext. Helenii, 5 ij. Vini Antimon. 5j. Syr. fior. Aurantii, 5ss. Misce. Dose 20 to 30 drops every three hours. In Asthma and Chronic Catarrh. — Jahk. 1-HE BOOK OF PBESCRTPTIONS. 305 1823 1823 9> Ilelenii, 3j. Pulv. Digitalis, Pulv. Ipecac, ana gr. x. Pulv. Opii, gr. V. lODUM, POTASSII lODIDUM. Iodine^ and Iodide of Potassium, Iodine is a non-metallic elemenl, obtained principally from tlie ashes of sea-weeds. It forms the active ingredient in burnt sponge, a remedy used before iodine was known. Free Iodine produces a deep blue colour with starch, by which test both it and its salts are easily recognised. Iodide of Potassium is obtained by dissolving Iodine in Liquor Potassa, and heating the product with charcoal. It is a very soluble salt. Iodine and Iodide of Potassium are similar 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 tumours ; and absorption and elimination in dropsy and chronic rheumatism. They exert an almost specific influ- ence over scrofulous disorders, and the various symptoms of secondary syphilis. Goitre is remarkably under their control, and they are sometimes beneficial in pulmonary phthisis, in various skin-diseases, and in obstinate mucous discharges. Externally , as caustics and rubefacients, they are employed to disperse swellings, especially those having a scrofulous origin ; while in a milder form, of lotion, ointment, or bath, they are used in local or cutaneous affec- tions, 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. Iodide of Potassium is preferable to Iodine for internal administration being less irritant. 20 306 THE BOOK OF PEESCBIPTIONS. Dose of ToduMy f to grain. Tinctura lodi, 5 to 30 grains. Pofassii lodidi, 2 to 20 grains. *Jcidum Hydriodicum, 1 to 4 drachms. lodicumy 3 to 10 grains. *IodO’Tanniny 2 to 4 draclims, in the form of syrup. 'External Ap]plications. Llnimentum lodi. Liquor . TJnguentim . Vapor . Llnimentum Potassii lodidi c. Sapone. TJnguentum Potassii lodidi. *Pessaria . Antidotes . — Emetics, demulcent drinks, starch, flour. 1833 5® Tinct. lodi, 5j. Aquae destil. ^vj. Misce. One sixth part for a dose, gradually increased. In Secondary Syyhilis, • ' 1824 01. Amygd. dulcis, 01. Olivse, 3ij. lodi, gr. Misce. Sumat partem tertiam ter in die. In Scrofula. — Dr. DdncaK. 1825 Todi, gr. % — Sodii Chlor. gr. 12 — 13 — 13 Aquae destil. Oj. — Oj. — Oj. Solve ut fiant potus iodinii. (Of three dilferent strengths, to be used as occasion may require.) In Scrofula, 8fc. — M. LuaoL. 1826 lo^ij gr. ij — iv. Aquae destil. Oj. Misce : flat lotio. In Scrofula. — M. Lugol. 1827 Vo lodi, 9j. 01. Olivae, 5j- Tere simul. To he rubbed on the abdomen. In Eiarrhoea and other Affections of the Bowels. Mr. M. Diamond. Vo Lin. Sapon. c. 3j. lodi, gr. viij vel x. Misce. To Scrofulous Tumours, Sfc. — Dr. COPLAND. 1828 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 307 1839 Tiiict. lodi, 3 SS. Pulv. Lilli, 5j. Pulv. Avenge, 5 UJ. x\qu 0 e destil. q. s. ut fiat cataplasma. To Scrofulous Tumours, ^c. 1830 Tinct. lodi, part. ij. Aquae, destil. part. iij. Misce : fiat injectio. To he introduced into the Sac of a Hydrocele after the with- drawal of the fluid, — Dr. McDoNNELL. 1831 9> lodi, gr. x. Potass. lodidi, 533 . Glycerini, 5j. Piat injectio. Inject i to 3 drachms, according to size of tumour. In Sjpina Bifida, — Dr. J. MoRTON. 1833 Potass. lodidi, Ammon. Garb, aa gr. v. Tinct. Belladonnae, n\xv. Sp. Chloroform. Vini Ipecacuanhae, ana ti\x. Inf. Gentianae, 3 j. Fiat haustus. To be taken three times a day. In Chronic Bronchial Catarrh,— 'Kr, F. SPXJEGIN. 1833 lodi, 3 ss. Potass. lodidi, 5s3. Aquae destil. 5 ij. Fiat lotio. To be applied to affected side. In Bleuritis, — Niemeyee. 1834 Potass. lodidi, 5 iv, lodi, gr. ij. Aquae Month, pip. Aquae flor. Auraiit. ana ^iij- Misce : fiat mistura, ex qua sumat drachmas 5 ter die. In Bpilejpsy, — Majeneie. 1836 Ijt lodi, gr. ss. Potass. lodidi, 5 ss. * Syr. Papav. ^ss. Aquae destil. Oss. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sum. cochl. ij magna ter in die. In Syphilis and Scrofula, — Tyeele. 308 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1836 lodi, gr. ss. Potass. lodidi, 5 ss. Syr. Papav. 3 SS. Inf. Gentianse co. 3X. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumautur coolil. ij magna ter die, cum Morpli. Acet. gr. ss omni nocte. In Secondary Syjphilis in Weakly Constitutions. Dr. Brai^sby Cooper. 1837 lodi, Potass. lodidi. ana gr. vj. Aquae destil. 5v — Alcoliolis, 5 ij. Misce : fiat mistura, in inlialationem adliibenda. To he Inhaled hy Phthisical Persons, hy means of the 'proper Apparatus. Sir C. Scudamore. 1838 9= Potass. lodidi, gr. xxiv. lodi, gr j ad ij. Aquae Rosae, 3 vj. Misce : fiat collyrium, quaque in die utend. In Scrofulous Ophthalmia . — Majendie. 1839 Ijt lodi. Potass. lodidi, ana 5j. Sp. rectif. ^ij. Misce : fiat lininientuni pro pectore. In Phthisis.~Dv. Theophilus Thompson. 1840 5 L lod--, Oj. Potass. lodidi, 5 j. Ccrati Cetacei, ^ij. Misce : fiat ung. To Scrofulous Ulcers. — Mr. C. HoGG. 1841 5“ lodi, gr. xij. Potass. lodidi, 3iv. 01 . Nicotianae, i>\iv. Adipis praep. ^ij. Misce : fiat ung. 1842 To remove Tetanic Piyidity of Muscles and Tendons, Dr. Dewees (U.S.). lodi, gr. XV. Potass, lodidi, 3 j. Tinct. Opii, 5 ij. Aquae destil. ^ij. Misce: fiat lotio. To painful Scrofulous Ulcers . — Lugol. 1843 ^ lodi, 3j. Potass, lodidi, Oiss. Aquae destil, 3 ], Misce. Dose, six drops twice a day. In Strumous Affec lions. THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 309 1844 Tinct. lodi, Inject YT\xxx. into the substance of the gland once a week for tlie first two or three weeks, and after, once a t^rtnight as long as necessary. Give Iodide of Potassium internally. In Broncliocele. — Dr. Moeel Mackenzie. 1845 lodi, 5iv. Potass, lodidi, 5j. Aquae destil. ^vj. Solve. (Solutio lodinii rubefaciens, Lugol.) For External Use . — LuGOL. 1846 lodi, Sj. Potass. lodidi, ^j. Aquae destil. 3 ij. Solve. (Solutio lodinii caustica, Lugol.) For Fxternal Use . — Lugol. 1847 9= lodi, 3 j. Potass. lodidi, 5 ij. Aquae destil. 3 ij. Sp. Villi rectif. 3 ij, Misce : fiat lotio caustica. To he ajpjplied in Congestion or Frosion of the Cervix Uteri. Dr. Chuechill. 1848 lodini, gr. ij— iv. Potass. lodidi, gr. iv — viij. Aquae, 3 VJ. Fiat injectio. In Ozcena . — Niemeyee. 1849 5^ Potass. lodidi, gr. ij. , Ferri et Ammon. Cit. gr. v. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. tY[Xx. Potass. Bicarb, gr. xx. Misce. To be taken three times a day with a teaspoonful of lemon-juice. In Sicic-headache with irritable Stomach. Dr P. W. Latham. I860 Potass, lodidi, 5j. Inf. Quassiae, Misce. A tablespoonful three times a day. In Waxy Kidney {third stage). — Dr. GeainGEE Stewaet. 1851 Potass. lodidi, 5 ss. Inf. Quassiae, ^vj. Misce. One sixth part three times a day. In Secondary Syphilis . — Dr. Hoopee. 1853 Potass. lodidi, 3j. Syr. Auranti, %]. Aquae florum Tiliac (common Lime-tree), Jv. Misce : fiat mist. cuj. cochl. j magnum mane nocteque sumat ex Infuso Lupuli. In White Siuelling, and Chronic Syphilis . — Dr. Lisfeanc. 310 THE BOOK OP PBESCRIPTIONe. 1853 9 , Potass. loclidij gr. xv. Sp. rectif. Ext. Dulcamaree, ana 3 ij. Pulv. GlycjTrh. rad., et Aquae, q. s. ut fiant pil. 180. Sumat 6 bis terve in die. In Scrofula^ Goitre ^ 8fc . — Vogt. 1854 Potass. lodidi, gr. v. Inf. Lupuli, 5ij- Fiat haustus octava qudque hora suraendus. Advanced stages of Pneumonia^ ^c. — Dr. UpSHER (U.S.). 1855 9 , Potass. lodidi, gr. iij. Inf. Aurant. co. 3 X. Tinct. Scillae, n\xv. Syr, Aurantii, 3 j. Misce : fiat liaustus, ter in die adliibendus. In Ascites. — Dr. Gregory. 1856 5“ Decoc. Sarzse, lb. ij. Potass, lodidi, 33 . Syr. Aurantii, Misce. Sumat totam in horis 34. Majendie. 1857 Potass. lodidi, 3 ij. Inf. Quassise, lb. ij. Solve. Sumat cyatbum vinarium ter quotidie. In SgmjpatJietic Vomiting . — Dr. Selkirk. 1858 5 > Potass. lodidi, gr. ij. Potass, Tart. Acid. 3j. Misce : fiat pulv. e cyatho aquse font, bis quotidie sumendus. Diuretic . — Dr. PARIS. 1859 Aquae Lactucee dest. ^viij. Aquae Menthae p. dest. 3 ij. Potass. lodidi, 3 iv. Syr. Althaeae, ^j. Misce : fiat mistura atrophica. (Five drachms of this, increased, if necessary, to ten drachms, to be given morning and evening.) In Cardiac Hypertrophy in Young Subjects . — Majendie. 1860 Potass. lodidi. Potass. Chlorat. aa 3 j. Potass. Bicarb. 3 iij. Misce : divide in pulv. xij. One night and morning in half a pii t of warm milk. In Scrofula . — Mr. Erichsen. 1861 Potass, lodi, gr. iv. Tinct. Cinch, co. 3 j. Decoc. Cinch, ad 53 . Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Chronic Metritis . — Dr. R. Greenhalgh. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 311 1802 9> Potass. lodidi, gr. viij. Decoc. Ulmi, ^xij. Decoc. Bulcamarse, Misce. A wineglassful to l)e taken every niglit at bedtime. In Eczema, — Dr. Neligan. 1863 Potass. Todidi, 5 ss. Tiiict. Aurantii, ^ss. Syr. Zingiberis, ^ss. Aquae, ^v. Misce ; siimatur coclil. j magnum cum coclil. j magno aquae ter in die. In Fliagedcenic Ulceration of Throat. — Dr. Oke. 186‘l! 5° Potass. lodidi, 5 ss. Tinct. Opii, 5 ij. Aquae, 3 xij. Sp. Aitlieris Nit. ^ss. Tinct. Lavandulae co. 5 j. Misce : capiat coclil. ij magna bis die. In Wieumatism, — Sir B. Brodie. 1865 Ijt Potass. lodidi. Potass. Carb. aa 5 j. Sp. Rectificat. 5 j. Aquae, ^xj. Fiat.lotio. In Scrofulous Enlargements. ErichSEN. 1868 5 , Potass. lodidi, gr. xij — xv. Ung. Hyd. Nitrat. ^ss. Misce : fiat ung. ; In Herpes Exedens. — Blasius. 1867 Hydrarg. lodidi rub. gr. viij. Potass. lodidi, 3ij. Adipis, 3 J. Misce : fiat ung. bis terve die utend. (If too irritating, more lard may be mixed with it.) Hildreth. 1868 Bog- Potass. lodid. 5 iss. Axuiigiae praep. ^hj- Misce : fiat unguentum. In Scalies.—J)v. Bhrgess. 1869 Potass. lodidi, gr. x. Aquae destil. 3 j. Misce : fiat lotio. To the Eye, in diffuse Opacity from Corneitis. — Dr. Jacob. 1870 Potass. lodidi, gr. ij — iv. Ext. Ilyoscyami, gr. v — viij. Misce : ut fiat suppositoriurii. In Enlargement of the Trostate. — Mr. Staeeord. 312 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 1871 Potass. lodidi, gr. xij. Liq. Potass. (Brandish’s), 5 iv. Aquae destil. ^iss. Misce : sumat 5 j vel 5 ij cum cyatho aquae ter die. In Tuberculous Mesenteric Disease. — Dr. Blakiston. 1872 9 , Decoc. Sarsae Cone. 3ij- Liq. Potass. 5 iij. Potass. lodidi, 9ij. Inf. Cliiraytae, Misce : sumat coclil. ij magna ter die. In Psoriasis of the Hands. — Mr. C. HOGO. 1873 9 , Inf. Bucliu, 5' i'J- Liq. Potass. 5 j. Potass. lodidi, 33 s. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5 ij. Misce : fiat mistura cujus cap. coclil. magna duo fiis die, cum pil. pur- gant, omni rnane, et balneo alkaline utendum est bora sonini. In Chronic Rheumatism. — Dr. Weight. 1874 Sodae Bicarb, gr. xv. Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Aquae, 5 x. Potass." lodidi, gr. j— ij. Sp. ^tii. Nit. 5 ss. Syr. simp. 5 j. Misce : fiat haustus, cum coclil. amplo sued limon. recentis commistus, inter effervescendum bis quotidie sumend. In Phthisis^ along with the Inhalation of Iodine. Sir C. SCUHAMOEE. 1875 5 ;, lodidi Potass. 5 ss. Potass. Bicarb. Sodae Bicarb, ana 3 j. ^ Aquae, 5 vj. Misce : sumat 3 j bis die cum Liq. Tarax. 5ss. Dr. W. Buhd. 1870 5“ Dq. Potass, i^xv. Potass. lodidi, gr. iij. Tinct. Cinclioiiae, 5 iss. Lccoc. Sarzae, 3 iij. Misce. Sumatur ter in die. In Rheumatic Gout . — Dr. H. W. Ftjllee. 1877 9 = 01. Morrhuae, 5iij. Liq. Potass, i^xx. Potass. lodidi, gr. iij. Ess. Limonum, irj^viij. Aquae destil. 3j. Misce : fiat haustus, ter in die sum. In Chronic Rheumatism of Cachectic Subjects. Dr. H. W. Fullee. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 313 1878 . Potass, tv^xv. Potass. lodidi, gr. iij. Ext. Sarzse, 5j. Decoc. Cinclionse, 5xj. Misce : fiat liaustus, ter in die sumendus. In Hheumatic Gout in Cachectic Subjects. Dr. H. W. Fuller. ^lODOFORMUM. Iodoform is a solid, yellow, crystallizable substance, first recommended by Bouchardat as an anaesthetic application externally. It has an agreeable odour, something like that of its analogue Chloroform. It is stimulant, tonic, altera- tive, anodyne; and is given in cancer, sciatica, neuralgia. 'Externally y it is applied to cancerous or venereal sores. Dose, 1 to 5 grains. 1879 lodoformi, ^j. Adipis, 3j. M. f. unguentum. In Prurigo. Tantueei. 1880 lodoformi, gr. xx. Butyri Cacao, 3j. Misce, div. in suppositoria 6. For Hmnorrhids . — Moi^etin. IPECACUANHA. Ijpecacuan. Ipecacuan is the root of the Cejphaelis Ipecacuanha (Nat. Ord. CinchonacecB)^ a Brazilian Plant. In small doses it is expectorant and diaphoretic. It has a specific action on the bronchial membrane, exciting the secretion of mucus when too dry, or altering and checking an inordinate flow. 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, or mustard, and for children and delicate persons it is by far the best. On account of its expectorant action it is given in catarrhs, frequently combined with squill. As a diaphoretic it is employed in febrile affections, often in conjunction with opium. It prevents or arrests 314 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. the paroxysm of ague ; and is a valuable remedy in tropical dysentery. It is given to produce vomiting in hooping- cough and asthma. JtCmetina is the active principle to which Ipecacuanha owes its powers. Dose of Pulvis Ipecacuanhce, as an expectorant, to 3 grains. , as a diaphoretic, 2 to 4 grains. , as an emetic, 15 to 30 grains. Trockisci Ipecacuanhce, 1 to 3 lozenges. et MorpMce, 1 to 6 lozenges. Vinuni , as an expectorant, 5 to 40 minims. , as an emetic, 3 to 6 drachms. *Syrupus , 1 to 3 drachais. The prescriptions are arranged as follows : 1. Ipecacuanha, as an Emetic for adults. 1881 Pair. Ipecac. 3j. Pulv. Antim. Tart. gr. j. Misce. To be taken entire as an emetic, or in divided doses as sudorific and expectorant. 1882 1883 Pulv. Ipecac. 3j. Vini Antim. f 3iij, Aquse Mentli. Vir. (vel Pulegii), f 5ix. Misce : fiat haust. emetic. Dr. GEEdORY. Ipecac. 3j. Vini Ipecac, (vel Antimonii), 5ij. Aquse, 3j- Misce. A Common Emetic . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1884 9> Pulv. Ipecac. 3j. Sodm Garb, gr. x. Aquse Mentli. vir. 5x, Misce ; fiat liaustus, semel sumendus. (To be followed by an antacid mixture and aperient pills.) In Herpes Ldbialis. — Dr. Geegoey. 1885 Pulv. Ipecac, gr. xv. Aceti Scillae, 5j. Aquee Mentli. viridis, 5j- Misce : fiat haustus cmeticus. In Spasmodic Asthma. — Dr. Geegoey. 1886 9= Pulv. Ipecac. 5.j. Ammon. Garb. 3j. Aquae Mentli. pip. 5iiss. Tinct. Gapsici, 3j. Olei Antliemidis, n\x. Misce : fiat liaustus emeticus (excitans). In narcotic loisoning^ Sfc, — Dr. CorLANp. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 315 1887 Emetinse, p. j. Acidi Acetici, iy|,x. Solve, et adde Aquae flor. Aurant. Syr. simp. Misce ; fiat raistura, cujus sum. coclil. j amplum omni hord quadrante douec supervenerit vomilus. Dr. Joy. 2. Ipecacuanha as an emetic for children. 1888 5° Ipecacuaiiliae, gr. vj. Syr, Simplicis, 5ss. Aquse, S'l- Misce. A tablespoonful three times a day when Opium contra-indicated. In Niemeyer. 1889 5!’ Eiilv. Ipecac. 3j. Aquae ferventis, 5v — infunde, et Colaturae, 5iv, adde Oxymel. Scillae, ^ss. Misce. A teaspoonful every ten minutes until it operates. As an Umeticfor Children, — Dr. Merei. 1890 9- Ipecac, gr. xiij. Antim. Tart. gr. j. Syrupi, 5ij. Aquae destil. 5x. Misce : fiat niistura, cujus 5j — 5ij, sum. xv omn. minut. ad effectum. (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 'Emetic for Children, — Dr. Underwood. 1891 9 Eulv, Ipecac. 3j. Antimon, Tartarati, gr. j. Oxymel. Scillae, 5iij. Aquae, ^iss. Misce. A teaspoonful every ten minutes. An Emetic in Nocturnal Eysjpnoea of laryngitis, Niemeyer. 1893 9 ^ii^i Ipecac, ^ss. Syr, simp, ^ss. Aquae, ^j. Misce. One or two teaspoonfuls to be frequently given, until vomiting is produced. A Mild Emetic for Children. — Drs. Evanson and Matjnsell. 1893 9 Ipecac, ^ss. Vini Antim. 5ss. Syr. simp. 5ij. Aqum, 5J. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumat j, ij, vcl iij dr. saepe, ad emesem. Emetic for Young Children.— Evanson and Maunseee. 316 THE BOOK OP PKESCBIPTIONS. 3. Ipecacuanha as an expectorant and diaphoretic. 189i Pulv- Ipecac. Sapoii. Venet, ana 5 ss. Misce : fiant pil. xx. Cap. unam ter die. Dr. Richaeds. 1895 5° Pulv. Ipecac, gr, vj. Pulv. Myrrhse, gr. xij. Pulv. Potass. Nitrat. 5 ss. Misce, et divide in pulv. iv. Siimat j quartis lioris. A Stimulant 'Exjpectorant. — Dr. Paeis. 1896 Pulv. Ipecac. Aiitim. Sulpliurati, ana gr. j. Campliorae, gr. iij. Pulv. Acaciffi, 3j. Misce, bene terendo. To be taken every two hours. In Deficient Dxjpectoration in Pneumonia . — Pucebus. 1897 9> ^iui Ipecac, ^ss. Aquae Cinnamonii, ^j. Aquae, 3 ivss. Misce, fiat mistura. One sixth to one fourth part for a dose. In Bronchitis, Sfc. — Dr. Hoopee. 1898 ^iJii Ipecac, ^iij- Syr. Tolut. 3 V. Mucil. Acaciae ad ^xvj. Misce. Pose, a teaspoonful. In Chronic Coughs. 1899 Mist. Amygdalae, Vini Ipecac. Potass. Carb. ana 5 iss. Misce : sumat cochl. ij ampla cum cochl. uno succi limonis inter effer- vescentiam tertia qu^ue bora. JExgectorant . — Dr. Joy. 1900 Sodae Carb. 3j. Succ. Limon. 5 ss vel q. s. Vini Ipecac. 5 ss. Aquae Campliorae, 5j- Syrupi, 5 ss. Misce : fiat haustus, bis quotidie sumendus. Diaphoretic. — Dr. Paeis. 1901 Vini Ipecac, irtxx. Liq. Ammon Acet. Aquae, ana ^ss. Misce ; fiat haustus. Sumatur ter in die. Bronchitis in weal Patients . — Dr. Bedd. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 317 1902 9 , Pulv. Ipecac, gr. j. JPhIv. Antim. gr. iij. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. ss. Sacchari, gr. vj. Misce : fiat pulvis. Dia'phoretic in Fevers . — Dr. Hooper. 1903 9 . Pulv. Ipecac, gr. xij. Calomel, gr. iv. Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut fiant pil. viij. Sumat j iik vel 6ta qiiaque hora. In Acute Bronchitis ivith much Fever , — Dr. Joy. 1904 9 Pulv. Rad. Ipecac, gr. iij — ix. Mucil. Acaciee, Syrupi, ana 3 ij . Aqiim destil. gj. Potass. Nitrat. gr. xv. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat coclil. ij minima ter die vel quarta quilque liora. In Measles of Infants . — Dr. Thomas. 1905 9 ^iui Ipecac, giij. Syr. Tolu. 5 v. Mucil. Acacice, gj. Misce : fiat mistura, de qua capiat coclil. j parvum omni hora vel qu^lque secunda hora. For Children threatened with Croup or Bronchitis, Dr. Cheyne. 1906 9 Decocti Senegse, 5 iiiss. Oxymel. Scillae, 51 j. Villi Ipecac, gij. Antim. Tartar, gr. j. Misce. Dose, Yi\x— XX every quarter of an hour, to an infant, to produce vomit- ing, or every two hours as an expectorant. In Croup, Sfc . — Drench Hosp. 4. Ipecacuanha with opium or poppies, as expectorant or diaphoretic. (See also Fulv. Ipecac, co.) 1907 9 Sodse Garb. 3 j. Vini Ipecac, gss. Tinct. Opii, 5 j. Syr. Tolu. gij. Aquae, giss. Misce : fiat misturat One tablespoonful for a dose. In Bronchitis. — Dr. Hoopeej 318 THE BOOK OF PRBSCEIPTIONS. 1908 9= Syr. Papaveris, 5 iiiss. Acid. Sulpli. dil. 5 iiss. Vini Ipecac. 5 iss. .Oxymel. Scillse, Syr. Tolu, ana 5 ij. Aquae, ad ^viij. Misce : fiat mistura. Capiat coclileare amplum ter quotidie. Dr. F. Bird. 1909 9 Vini Ipecac. 3 ij. Aquae, 3 j. Mucil. Acaciae, 3 ss. ' Syr. Limonis, Syr. Papaveris, ana 3 j. Misce. Sumat 5 j— 5 ij secundis horis. In the Catarrhal Affections of Children, Drs. Eyanson and Maunsell. 1910 9 Ipecac. 5 iss. Aquae, 3 iss. Sodae Bicarb, gr. xij. Syrupi, 5 ij. Tinct. Opii, T»\iv. Misce. Sumat 5 j — 5 ij secundis horis. In ILoojping and Spasmodic Coughs of Children, Drs. Eyanson and Maunbell. 1911 9 Sodae Carb. gr. xxiv. Vini Ipecac. 5 j. Tinct. Opii, lU'j-l Syrupi, 5 iij. Aquae, 5 j. Misce. Sumat partem sextam sextis horis. In Hooping-cough, — Dr. PeAESON. 1912 9 Tinct. Opii, Vini Ipecac. 5 j. Aquae destil. Jj. Syr. Tolu. 5 iij. Sodae Carb. gr. xxiv. Misce. A small teaspoonful to be given every six or eight hours. To Children in Hooping-cough , — Mr. SAVORY. 1913 9 Vini Ipecac. 5 ij. Tinct. Opii, 5 ij. Potass. IS it. 5 iss. Succi Limonis, 5 SS. Aquae Camphorae, ^iv. Misce. Dose, for adults, 3 ss — 5 j for children. Diaphoretic. THE BOOK OF FBESCRIPTIONS. 319 5. Ipecacuanha in dysentery and dyspepsia. 1914 Palv. Ipecac. 5 j. Aquae, 5^ij. Decoque ad 3 VJ. Sumat cochl. iv ampla sextis horis. In Chronic Dysentery . — Dr. JoY. 1915 9 . Pulv. Ipecac, gr. ij. Aluminis, gr. vj. Syr. Papaveris, q. s. ut fiant pil. ij, quarum j 4tis horis sum. In Dysentery irr - Dr , Hoopee. 1916 Puiv. Ipecac, gr. ij. Conf. Opii, 3j. Cretae praep. q. s. Make eight boluses, and give two night and morning. In Dysentery , — St. Maeie. 1917 Pulv. Ipecac, gr.ij. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. x. Syr. Cinnamomi, q. s. Make two boluses; one to be taken at bedtime. In Dyspepsia , — Cadet. 1918 5- P- Ipecacuanhae, Calomel, ana gr. iij. Ext. Opii, gr. iss. Excipientis, q. s. M. et div. in pil. 10. Sumat j node maneque. ; In Chronic Diarrhoea , — Teotjsseatt and Reveil. {See also Rhttbaeb.) PUL VIS IPECACUANHA COMPOSITUS. Compound Ipecacuan Powder, This is also called Pulvis Doveri, or Dover^s powder. Every ten grains contain one grain of ipecacuanha and one of opium, 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 em- ployed generally in febrile cases, except where opiates are contra-indicated, as by an irritable state of the stomach, excitement of the brain, furred tongue, and hot skin. It is frequently given in catarrhal and rheumatic affections, 320 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. cardialgia, diarrhoea, dysentery. It affords a useful means of administering opium in small quantities to children. Dose of Pulvis Tpecacuanhcs co., 5 to 10 grains. Pilula Ipecacuanha cum Scilld, 5 to 10 grains. Pilula Ipecacuanhce cum Opio, 5 to 15 grains. (Ipe- cacuan and Opium, 3 parts ; Confection of Roses, 1 part.) 1919 Palv. Ipecac. Pulv. Opii, ana gr. j. Pulv. Sodae Garb. gr. xij. Misce, bene terendo. Piat pulvis. Sumat talem octavis omn. horis. (This may be considered as a modification of Dover’s Powder.) In Spasmodic Asthma^ Hooping -cougJi, Sfc. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1920 5“ Pulv. Doveri, 5 j. Mist. Amygd. 3 vij. Mucil. Acacise, ^j. Misce. Sumat tribus horis vel quum tussis urget. In Catarrhal Cough. — Dr. LathaM. 1921 Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. iv — vj. Sodae Tart. 5 j. Decocti Althaeae, ^iss. Syr. Limonis, 3 ss. Misce : fiat haustus, quarta vel sexta quaque lioia sumendus. In Consumption. — Sir A. Ceichton. 1922 51 . Pulv. Doveri, gr. x. Pulv. Antimon. gr. iij. Misce. To be taken at bedtime. In Granular Kidney with shivering and headache. Dr. Geaingee Stewaet. 1923 9 , Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. |. Calomelanos, gr. Potass. Chlorat. gr. iij. Fiat pulvis. To be taken every hour, according to symptoms. In Croup.— Dv. E. C. R. Joed AN. 1921 Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. j. Sacchari, 3j. Misce : fiat pulvis, et divide in partes iv. To quiet young Infants . — Dr. Hoopee. 1925 9= Pulv. Ipecac, co. Hydrarg. c. CretA,, ana gr. j. Misce : fiat pulvis, hora somni sumendus. In the Diarrhoea of Teething . — Dr. West. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 321 1926 9= Pulv. Ipecac co. Hj"d. c. Greta, aa gr. iiss. M. fiat piliila. To be taken twice a day till slight soreness of the mouth is produced. In Inflammation of the Uterus. — Dr. West. 1927 9> Pnlv. Ipecac, gr. Pulv. Doveri, gr. ss. Sodee Garb. gr. j. Misce : fiat pulvis, horl, qu4que tertiS, vel secund^ sumendus. In Spasmodic Cough of Infants. Drs. Eyanson and Maunsell. 1928 9> Sodae Garb. gr. j. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. j. Pulv. Ginnam. co. gr. j. Pulv. Potass. Nit. gr. j. Misce, et divide in pulv. vj. Sumat jex decocto hordei vel avense tertiis vel quartis horis. In the Diarrhoea of Children. — Mr. SiYORT. 1929 9» Pnlv. Doveri, 5j. Pulv. Antim. gr. ij. Pulv. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. viij. Pulv. Jacobi veri, 3 j. Pulv. Ginnam. Pulv. Zingib. ana 3 ij. Pulv. Ganellse albae, 5j. Misce, et divide in pulv. viij. (One to be mixed in a wineglass with a dessert-spoonful 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.^Dv. Richmond. *IRIDIN OR IRISIN. {Blue Flag.) The oleo-resin from the rhizome of Iris versicolor (Nat. Ord. IrinacecB) is purgative, emetic, and diuretic. Dose, 2 to 5 grains of the extract. =»^JABORANDI. Jaborandi is probably derived from Pilocarpus Pinatifolius (Nat. Ord. Butacece). It is diaphoretic and sialagogue. It markedly increases the quantity of saliva, causes profuse sweating, and promotes the secretion of milk. Dose, 60 to 90 grains infused in boiling water. 21 822 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. JALAPA. Jalap. The dried tubercles of jExogonium JPurga, a Mexican plant (Nat. Ord. Convolvulacece), contain a peculiar resin, from which Jalap derives its cathartic properties. Jalap is an active drastic cathartic, producing copious watery evacua- tions. It irritates the intestines, and may cause nausea and griping. It is given as a purgative together with aromatics in constipation and inflammatory affections ; as a hydra- gogue, combined with calomel, in dropsies ; and sometimes as a vermifuge. It is a convenient preparation for children, having little taste. It must not be used during pregnancy, or when there is much irritation of the intestines. Bose of Tnlvis JalapcB, 2 to 5 grains for children, 10 to 30 grains for adults. — CO,, 20 to 60 grains. ^ Resina , 2 to 5 grains. Tinctnra , | to 2 drachms. *Jalapine, the purified resin of jalap, 2 to 4 grains. l)o Pulv. Jalapse, Pulv. Rhei, Pulv. Aloes, ana 53 . Saponis, ^ij. S) r. Zingib. q. s. Misce, ut fiat massa pil. Bosis, gr. xx — xxx. Pot. Pulv. Jalapse, ITydrarg. Subclilor. 3 j. Pulv. Zingib. 3ij. Misce. Bosis a gr. iv ad gr. xx. Dr. Copland. 5> Pulv. Jalapae, gr. xij. Calomel, gr. iij. Potass. Sulph. gr. vij. Misce : fiat pulvis, nocte suraendus. In disturhance of the action of the Liver. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1933 Pulv. Jalapse, gr. x. Pulv. Rhei, gr. v. Calomel, gr. iij. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. ij. Misce': fiat pulvis. Strong Carthartic.-^Dr. Jot. 1930 1931 1932 THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS. 323 1934 5° Pulv. Jalapee, ’ __ Pulv. Scammonii, Oj. Pulv. Ipecac. 5x, ^lisce : divide in pulv. granoruni viij. In Mucous Discharges . — DiJMAS, 1935 Pulv. Jalapse, Oj. Inf. Sennse, 3j- Tinct. Sennse, Syr. Zingib. ana 5j. Misce, ut fiat liaustiis purgaiis. 1936 B Pi'l'^- Jalapse, gr. ij. Pulv. Rhei, Pulv. Cinnam. ana gr. j. Misce ; fiat pulvis. Purgative for young Children— M y. Sayoey. 1937 B Jalapae, 3j. Potass. Tart. Acid. 5ss. Aquae Cinnam. 5xj, Syr. Zingib. 5j. Misce : fiat liaustus catiiarticus. Dr. Geegoey. 1938 9, Pulv. Jalapae, gr. xxv. Tinct. Senna3, 5ij. Aqiise Meiitli. pip. 5X. Potass. Bitart. 5j. nr- . Syr. Zingib. 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, onmi mane sumendus. 1 In Anasarca . — Dr. Gefgoey. 1939 B Pulv. lalapee, ^ss. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. v. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. v. Pulv. Saccliari, gr. x. Misce : sumat gr.ij — v hora quaque terti^ ad effectum catliarticum . For Infants . — Drs. Eyaksok and Maunsell. 1940 9, Pulv. Jalapae co. Calomel, gr. x. Mellis Rosae, q. s. Fiat electuarium. Sumat cochleare minimum alternis auroris, horis duabus ante jentaculum. In Indigestion, and Morhid Conditions of the liver, 1941 9 Pulv. Jalapee, Potass. Tart. Acid. Ferri Carb. ana 5j. Pulv. Zingib. 55s. Saccliari fsecis, q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Bosis, 5ss— 5j bis die. For Worms in Children . — Mr. Sayoey. 324 19 i2 1943 1944 1945 1946 1947 1948 THE BOOK OF PBESCKIPTIONS. 5^ Pulv. Jalapse, Pulv. Pliei, Pulv. Calumbse, Pulv. Zingib. Potass. Tart. Acid. sing. sj. Ferri Sulpb. gr. x. Aquce Mentb. pip. ^ixss. Tinct. Sennse, Jss. Misce. Sumat cocblearia ij raajoramane et meridie. l7o Congestion of the Sjpleen, — Mr. Twining. Pulv. Jalapse, 5ss. Pulv. Ipecacuaiilise, gr. iv. Hj^drarg. Subchlor. gr. vj. Sacchar. Alb. gr. x. Misce, fiani pulv. vj. One powder at bedtime. A Purgative. — * Ext. Jalapae, Pil. Eliei CO. ana 3j. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. xv. Ext. Conii, gr. v. Misce : divide in pil. xij. Sumat j vel ij pro dosi. In Indigestion. — Dr. Geegoey. Pes. Jalapse, gr. vj. Ovi vitelli, semissem. Misce, dein adde Mist. Amygdalae, ^vj. Syr. Altliaeae, 3j- M. To be taken at once. An agreeable Purge . — TeotisSeatt and Reveil. Ees. Jalapae, gr. v. Pulv. Amygd. corap. gr. xxx. Simul terantur, bisque inter terendurn adde Aquae destil. 5iss. Misce : fiat Iiaustus, illico sumendus. In sim'ple Constijpation. — Dr. Neligan. Tinct. Jalap, ^ij. Magnesiae, 3ij. Aquae, ^ij. Misce : sit Iiaustus, omni mane sumendus. In Chlorosis . — Dr. Hamilton. 9 . Tinct. Jalap. 5vj. Aquae Canellae, Jij, Sacchari, 5j. ]Misce : fiat Iiaustus, quamprimum sumendus. In Scarlatina . — Dr, Hamilton. THI3 BOOK OP PRESCiaPTIONS. 325 1949 5^ Tinct. Jalap. Jij. Aceti Scillse, 3j. Aquae Menthae, 3j- Misce : fiat haustus, ter iu die sumendus. Cathartic and Diuretic. — Dr. Ellis. ^JUGLANS REGIA. The common Walnut Tree. The leaves of the common Walnnt (Nat. Ord. Juglandacece) have been highly extolled as a remedy in scrofulous affec- tions, They are said to exert an alterative influence in the blood, to cause the disappearance of various chronic erup- tions, 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. The bark has cathartic properties. The pericarp from the time of Hippocrates has had a reputation as a vermifuge. Dose of Extractum Juglandis {foliorum), 3 grains. Eecoctum, or Infusum Juglandis, 1 to 2 ounces. Eecoctum Juglandis Corticis, as an astringent. 1950 ^^xt. Juglandis, gr. vj. Syr, Simplicis, 3j. Misce. Dose, for children, 2 — 3 dessert-spoonfuls in the day ; to adults, — 2 ounces. In Scrofula. — M. Neqeiee. 1951 Ext. Eol. Juglandis, 3j- Adipis, 3x. 01. Bergamotse, Tixiij. Misce : fiat unguentura. To he used as a Friction in Scrof ula. — M. Negeiee. 1952 9- Ext. cort. Juglandis, 5j. Aqufe calidee, 5viij. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Chronic Fnlargement of the Tonsils. — Dr. Beckee. JUNIPERUS. Juniger. The oil distilled in Britain from the unripe fruit of the common Juniper (/. communis, Nat. Ord. Conferee) is a stimulating diuretic and diaphoretic. It is chiefly employed 326 THE BOOK OK t^BSSCKlPTlOKg. as an adjuvant to other remedies, to increase the flow of urine in cases of dropsy. Huile de Cade or Juniper Tar is employed in chrouic skin affections. > Dose of Oleum Junlperl, 1 to 3 loinims. Spiritus , i to 1 draclim. Extractum , 1 to 3 drachms. ^Spiritus Juniperi co., 1 to 4 drachms. (Juniper Oil, drachm ; Oil of Carraway and Oil of Dennel, each 10 minims; Alcohol, 5 pints ; Water, 3 pints.) 1953 Junip. baccarnm, 5iss. Cremoris Tartari, Aquae ferventis, Oj. Iiifunde per horam, et cola. A teacupful three times a day, with 40 drops of sweet spirits of nilre. In Dropsy, — Dr. Ellis. 1954 1955 9> 01. Jiiniperi, 5 ss. Sp. AStheris ISUt. Tinct. Digitalis, ana 5 iij. Misce : sumat guttas xx — xxx tertiis omnibus lioris. Hufeland. :p> Potass. Carb. 5j. Inf. Gentianse co. 3 vij. Sp. Juniperi, Tinct. Cardam. co. ana 3 SS. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. iij ampla 4ta quaque hoiA. Diuretic. — Br. JoT. 1956 Junip. baccarum contrit. 3 ij. Sem. Anisi contus. 3 ij, Aquae ferventis, lb. j. Misce. Post tertiam horam cola. Cyathum vinarium saepe sumat. Diuretic. — Dr. PIoopee. 1957 Of Juniperi, giss. 01. Anisi, n\vj. Axungiae, ^ij. Misce bene, iin fiat unguentura. In Tinea Capitis . — SlJLLY. 1958 Sp. Juniperi, 3 ij. 01. Caryophylli, Adipis Myristicae, ana 5 ss. Misce, ut fiat linimentum. In Dccliymosis and Indolent Tumours . — AugitstiK. 1959 5“ Huile de Cade, 3 ss. Adipis praeparat, 33 . Fiat unguentum. In Obstinate Acne. — Dr. Tilbuey FoX. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 327 1960 P> Sp. Juniperi co. Tinct. Valerian, co. ^ss. Aquae Pimenta3, 5iiiss. Misce. A fourth part for a dose. Stimulant, — Dr. Hooper. KAMALA. Kamala consists of the powder which covers the fruits of a tree called 'Rottlera tinctoria (Nat. Ord. 'EujgliorhiacecE). It is red and resinous in appearance, is nearly soluble in spirit, and may be suspended in water. It is chiefly used for tapeworm. The administration must he followed by a purge. Bose of Pulvis Kamala, ^ to 4 drachms. TincfAira , 1 to 3 drachms. 1961 Pulv. Kamelse, gr. v — x. Syr. Aurantii, 5ss. Mucilag. Tragacautli. 3 j. Aquae, 5j. Fiat haustus. To he takeu early in the morning and four hours after a purge — for a child of two to five years. In Taenia Solium, — Dr. T. H. Tanker. KINO. ' Kino is the inspissated juice from incisions made in the trunk of Rterocar^us Marsuj^ium (Nat. Ord. Leguminosm). It is a powerful astringent. It is given in diarrhoea and dysentery ; to check the discharge in gonorrhoea and leu- corrhoea ; and to arrest internal bleedings. Externally, it is used as a styptic ; as a local application to indolent ulcers ; and as a gargle to a relaxed uvula. Bose of Pulvis Kino, 10 to 30 grains. Tinctura — , 1^ to 2 drachms. Pulcis CO. (contains Opium 1 in 20), 10 to 20 grains. 1962 5® Kino, 3ij. Camphorse, 3ss. Oxidi Ziuci, 3ss. Pulv. Cretae Aromat. 9j. Misce : divide in pil. xx. Cap. binas mane noctcquc. In Diahetes,—kVG^\J%TY^. 328 THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 1963 Kino, 5vj. Alum in is, Pulv. Cinnam. ana 5ij. Syrupi, q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Dose, a dessert- spoonful oceasionally. In hiarrhoea. — Mr. Savoey. 1964 5^ Pulv. Kino co. gr. x. Inf. Cascarillee, 5vj. Aquse Cinnam. 5 ij. Syr. Papav. 5j. Misce : fiat liaustus, bis indies sumendus. In Chronic Dysentery, — Dr. Geegoey. 1965 ^ Kino, 3j— 5ij- Aluminis, gr. xx — xxx. Aquee ferventis, Oij. Infunde per horam, et cola. Fiat injectio. In Chronic Urethritis . — Swediaue 1966 Tinct. Kino, 5j. Aluminis, 5ij. Inf. Lini. ^xv. Fiat injectio. In Uterine Caulijlower Excrescences. — Sir G. Claeze. KOUSSO, or CUSSO. The dried flowers and tops of Kousso (Brayera anthel- mintica, Nat. Ord. Rosacece) are anthelmintic, especially for taenia. After their administration a purgative is necessary, to bring away the entozoa. Dose of Pnlvis Kousso, ^ to ^ ounce. Infusum , 4 to 8 ounces. 1967 9 . Flor. Brayerae, 5j~3iss. Aquae, ^xvj. Decoque ad semissem, et cola. Liquori colato adde mellis, q. s. ad gustum conciliand. Sumatur semel. 1968 9 . Cusso pulv. gr. x— xx. Mellis Depurat. q. s. Fiat confectio. One half early in the morning, the remainder six hours after — for a child of three to seven years. In Tcenia Solium. — Dr. T. H. Taknee. KKAMERIA. Rhatany. The root of Krameria Triandra (Nat. Ord. Krameriacece)^ of Peru, is tonic and powerfully astringent. It is given in 329 THE BOOK OF PKESCBIPTIONS. the same cases as Kino. 'Externally, it may be used in fistula or prolapsus ani. The powder is employed as a dentifrice in bleeding or spongy gums. Lozenges of the extract are useful in relaxed throat. Dose of Fulvis Kramerice, 20 to 30 grains. Extractuni , 10 to 30 grains, Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctura , ^ to 2 drachms. Suppositorium — , as a local astringent. 1969 Pnlv. Rliatanise, siv. Divide in pulv. xij. Capiat eegra j bis die.' In Flour Alhus, — Dr. Maton. 1970 9> I’ulv. Kramerise, 5ss. Aquse, lb. ij. Decoque ad lb. iss. Cola. Sumat cocblearia tria ampla terti^ quaque bora. In obstinate Eiarrhoda , — Dr. Joy. 1971 1972 Inf. Krameriae, jxj. Potass. Nitrat. gr. x. Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr, v. Syr. Aurantii, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, quartis horis sum. In Ecemoptysis. — Dr. Thomas. 9= Tinct. Rhatan. 5j. Aquae Calcis, ^vj. Misce : capiat cochlear, iij ter die. In Eiarrhcea, — Dr. Reece. 1973 5® Tinct. Matico, 5vj. Inf. Krameriae, ^vij. Syr. Croci (vel Mori), 5ij. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat ^ss tertiis vel quartis horis. In Chronic Mucous Eiarrhoea, or in the Diarrhoea of Phthisis. Dr. NELiaAH. 1974 Inf. Rosae, 5x. Acid. Sulph. aroni. n\^xv. Tinct. Rhatan. (3iij ad spir. tenuior, Oij), 5j. Syr. Rhaeados, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, ter in die hauriendus. A very grateful Tonic . — Spragite. 1975 Tulv. Rhatan. ^iij. Canellae cort. contus. 5'j* Sp. tenuior. Oij. Digere per dies decern, et per chartam cola. (Tinct. Rhatan. Aromatica.) Sprague. 330 TilE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 1976 Ext. Ehatanise, 5 ss. Conf. Ros. Gall. ^iv. Syr. Papav. alb. 5 ij. Piilv. Catechu, gr. xv. Misce, ut fiat electuarium, cujus dosis sit cochleare j min. In Diarrhoea^ Sfc . — Teosseau and Reveil 1977 5^ Ex. Kramerise, gr. iij. Pastes Ribis rubri {red currant faste) gr. vij. M. fiat trochiscus. (One erery two or three hours.) In Relaxation &f Pharynx , — Dr. M. Mackenzie. 1978 R Ext. Krameriee, gr. iij. 01. Theobromee, gr. v. Eiat pessarium. One at bedtime. In Vaginismus , — Bouchat. 1979 Pulv. Krameriss, 3 SS. Calcis Garb, preecip. 5 ij. Pulv. Amyli, 5 x. Misce : fiat pulvis. (To be dusted over the part affected.) In JEru^ptions of Pemphigus and Pcthyma , — Dr. Neligan. 1980 9 , Pulv. Krameriee, 5ij. Pulv. Myrrh. 5j. Camph. 5iv. Carb. Ligni, 3 J. Sp. Vini rect. r>\xx. Tere Camphoram cum spiritu, et dein misce omnia, ut fiat pulvis dentk fricius. Dr. A. T. Thomson. 1981 5“ Krameriae, 3 vij. Acid. Sulph. dil. 5ij. Syr. Rosas Gall. §j. Misce : fiat gargarisma ope tubuli vitrei uteiidum. In Relaxation of the Uvula , — Dr. Joy. 1983 9> Rbatan. 5 viss. Acid. Sulph. dil. 3SS. Syr. Mori, 5 j. Misce : fiat gargarisma. For Relaxation of the Uvula and Fauces , — Dr. Copland. 1983 Tinct. Rhatan. 5j. Tinct. Opii, 5 ij. Tinct. Myrrh. 5 j. Aquae Camph. 5 viss. Misce : fiat lotio. Locally^ to Heeding from the Gums, attended witTipain, Mr. Haeeison. THE BOOK PilESClilPTIOl^g. 331 LAC. The fresh milk from the cow, ^os taurus, is used in the preparation Mistura Scammonii. LATUCA. ^LACTUCARIUM. Lettuce, and Lettuce 0;pium, The flowering herb of the wild lettuce, Lactuca virosa (Nat. Ord. Com^positce) is sedative, anodyne, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, diuretic, and slightly laxative. It is given in dropsies, phthisis, and to allay irritability of the mucous membrane in catarrh. Lactucarium is the dried juice of the cultivated plant, procured by cutting the stalks of the leaves while growing, and allowing the white juice which exudes to dry spontaneously. It resembles opium, though less active in its power of promoting sleep and allaying pain. It is sometimes used externally. Dose of Exti'aclum Latum, 5 to 15 grains. Lactucarium, 3 to 8 grains. Tinct. Lactucarii, to 1 drachm. 1984 ]9> Ext. Lactucse, Ext. Lupuli, ana gr. v. Misce : fiant pilulse duse, liorii somni sumendee. Dr. Paeis.* 1985 Eil. Eheicomp. 9ij. Ext. Lactuc. 3j. i Misce. Divide in pil. xij. Sumat j vel ij nocte. In Chronic Bronchitis. — Dr. Geegoey. 198G Lactuc, gr. iij. Carnpliorse, Ext. llyoscyami, ana gr. ij. Misce, et div. in pil. ij, liora somni quaque nocte sumend. Mr. Stoke. 1937 Ext. Lactuc. gr. xvj. Ext. Papaveris albi, gr. xij. Pulv. Aloes CO. gr. xviij. 01. Cinnam. npj. Misce. Divide in pil. xij. Capiat duas omni nocte. Anodyne and Aperient. 19S8 Lactucarii, gr. xxx. Decocti Lichenis Islandic. gij. Mucilaginis, 5 SS. Syrupi, 5j- 'Misce. 51 hours. In Spasmodic Cough, Sleeplessness, Hysteria, — Deeea. 323 THE BOOK OF PKESCElPTlON^. 1989 5^ Lactucarii, 9j. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. ad subactionem. Prefecte unitis adfunde Aquae, ^vj. Syr. Kubi Idaei (Raspberry), 3ss. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochlear, ij secundis lioris. In Spasmodic Cough, Sleeplessness, and Hysteria. Von Hildenbeand. 1990 Lactucarii, gr. vj. Aquae destil. 5iij. Mucil. Cydoniae, rqxx. Fiat collyrium. In Catarrhal Ophthalmia . — Kau, 1991 Acidi Boracici, 5ij. Lactucarii, 3j. Solve in Aquae destil. 5vj, et adde Syr. Papav. gss. Misce : sumat coclil. parv. pro dosi. In Spastic Haemoptysis . — Rothanill. 1993 5“ Tinct. Lactucarii, 5j. Aquae destil. Aquae Laurocerasi, n\xx. Syr. simplicis, 5ij. Misce : fiat haustus, mane et sero sumendus. Anodyne in Phthisis, — Dr. Nelioan. LAMINARIA SPIRALIS. The Sea Tangle. The Sea Tangle, in the form of Laminaria Tents, is em- ployed to dilate the os uteri, &o. LARICIS CORTEX. Common Larch. The inner hark of Larix Huropcea (Nat. Ord. Coniferae') is stimulant and astringent. It is given in chronic bron- chitis, with excessive expectoration. Bose of Tinctura Laricis Corticis, 20 to 25 minims. 1993 Tinct. Laricis Corticis, t>\xx. Tinct. Aurantii, 5j. Aquae, ad 3 j. Misce ; fiat haustus. To be taken three times a day. In Chronic Bronchitis . — * THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIOKS. 333 LAUROCERASI FOLIA. The leaves of the common Cherry-laurel, Prunus Lauro- cerasus (Nat. Ord. Rosacece), yield a small quantity of Hydrocyanic Acid when distilled with water. Laurel Water (Aqua Laurocerasi) is anodyne and sedative, and may he employed where Hydrocyanic Acid is indicated. Dose, 5 to 30 minims. The antidotes are the same. 199 1 Aquae Laurocerasi, 5 j. Aquae Meuthae pip. Inf. Quassiae, ^iv. Misce. 3 SS three times a day. In Dysentery i c^e. — Auoustik. 1995 Morpliiae, gr. j. Aquae Laurocerasi, 5 ij. Misce. Ten minims every three hours. In severe Laryngeal Cough, — Niemeyee. 1996 Aquae Laurocerasi, 5 j. Acid. JS'itrici dil. 53 s. Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. 5 iv. Glycerini, 5 j. Lac. Amygdalae, ^xij. Fiat lotio. In Pruritus Vulvce. — Dr. R. Geeenhalgh. 1997 Aquae Laurocerasi, n\xij. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5 j. Sodae Bicarb. 9j. Tinct. Calumbae, 5 ij. Aquae Anethi, ad Jvj. Misce. One tablespoonful twice a day. In Cardialgia. — Dr. T. H. Takkee. 1998 9= Aquae Laurocerasi, Etlieris, 3 j. Ext. Belladonnae, 5 ij. Misce : fiat lotio. In Neuralgia . — Roux. 1999 9> Aquae Laurocerasi, 5iss. 01. Amygdalae, 3 ij. Cerae Albae, 3 ss. Liqua ceram cum oleo, et misce cum aquA, laurocerasi, bene terendo. Fiat unguentum. As an application to Burns , — Roux. 334 THS BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS, LAYAIS’DULA. Lavender, The flowers of the common Lavender, L. vera (Nat. Ord. Lahiatce)^ are aromatic, carminative, and stimulant. Lavender is given in nervous affections, flatulence, colic; and is employed as a corrective adjunct to other medicines. Pose of Oleum Lavandula, 1 to 4 minims. Tinctura composita, i to ^2 drachms. Sniritus , 80 to 60 minims. 3000 5^ 01. Lavandulse, Adipis Myristicse, Butyri Cacao, ana partes sequales, Misce ; fiat ungnentnm. To stimulate the groivth of Hah\^J)v. Gkiffith. LIMOK Citrus Limonum (Nat. Ord. Aurantiacce) yields Lemons. Lemon Juice is treated of under Aciduim Citeicum. Lemon Teel is aromatic, stimulant, and stomachic. It yields an essential oil, which is carminative and stimulant, and chiefly used for its pleasant odour ; and externally, as p. stimulant and rubefacient. The Tincture and Syrujy are used to flavour mixtures, &c. ^Citrus Bergamia. The essential oil of the rind of the fruit is used, under the name of Essence of Bergamot, on account of its pleasant odour, in ointments, liniments, &c. Dose of Oleum Lhncnis, 1 to 4'minims. St/rupus 1 to 2 drachms. Tinctura | to 3 drachms. 2001 Cort. recent. Limonum, No. j ad ij. Aquae frigidae, Oij. Macera per horas vj, et cola. As a diluting drinTcfor Invalids. — Mr. Beande. 2003 ip. Sera. Limonum, ^ij. Aquae, lb. ij. Fiat emulsio, et adde Sacchari albi, 5ij. M. Half a cupful every two hours. In Hysteria . — VoN Hildebeand. THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIOlSrS, 335 LINI FARINA, SEMEN, et OLEUM. Linseed Meal, Linseed.. Linseeds Oil. The ground seeds of the common Yldcs., Linum usifatissinium (Nat. Ord. Linacece), deprived of the oil, form Linseed meal. It is bland and sweet to the taste, and possesses the property of drying when exposed to the air. The coverings of the seeds contain a large quantity of vegetable mucilage. They are demulcent and emollient, and are given in catarrhal affections, and inflammatory disorders of the mucous mem- branes and genito-urinary passages. 'Externally, Linseed meal, mixed with water, forms a most valuable poultice. Linseed oil may be mixed v/ith lime-water to form an appli- cation to burns and scalds. Dose of Infusum Lini, ad Vibitum. Cataplasma Lini and Oleum Lini are for external application. 2003 Inf. Lini, Jnj- ■ 01. Olivse, 5ij. Vitelli Ovi unius. Syr. Altlisese, 3j. Fiat mistura secundum artem, capiat eeger cochl. j amplum siitinde Demulcent in Ardor Urinm, <^c . — Dr. Neligak. soot Inf. Lini, §ivss, ' Tinct. Camph. co. 5iij. Aqu 00 fior. Aurant. 5ix. Misce : sumat coclil. ij majora ter indies. As a Demulcent in Coughs. — Dr. GREGORY. 2005 5L 01. Lini, ^ij- Inf. Lini, ^viij. Misce : fiat enema. Emollient and Laxative. — Swediattr. 2006 ^ Flor. Antliemidis, Seni. Lini contus. ana ^ss. Aquae lervidae, ^vj. Macera, et cola : dein adde Opii, gr. vj— xvj. Misce ; fiat enema. Emollient and Anodyne. — Dr. Copland. 2007 9“ Hordei farinae, Lini farinae, ana part, aequales. Decoct. Malvae seu Altliaeae, q. s. (Rul) the meal in the decoction, and cook it to a fit consistence, frequently stirring it. The poultice must be api)lied between two cloths.) A common Emollient Application. — Trousseau and Reveil. 336 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. *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 1 drachm or more. 2008 Lini Cathartici, herbse recentis, 5iij, Aquae ferventis, 5ij. Bigere per horas duas in vase clause, cola, et adde Tiiict. Cardam. co 5j. Fiat haustus/ In simple Constipation, — Dr. Nelioan. LITHIA ET SALES. LitJiia and its Salts. The oxide of the metal Lithium is the rarest of the alka- lies. It is chiefly obtained from certain Swedish minerals. Lithia is less soluble in water than Potash or Soda, and far less caustic and irritant. It is diuretic and antacid. It is given in gout, acidity of the urine, lithic deposits, &c. Its urate is more soluble than the other alkaline urates. ZithicB Citras is deliquescent, and crystallizes with diffi- culty. It is converted into a carbonate in the system, like the other alkaline citrates. Its properties are similar to those of the Carbonate. Dose of Lithia Carhonas, 3 to 6 grains. Liquor Lithice, Effervescens, 5 to 10 ounces. Lithice Citras, 5 to 10 grains. 3009 Lithise Citratis, gr. x. Acidi Citrici, gr. xx. Syr. Aurantii, 3ss. Aquae, ^ij. (To be taken in a state of effervescence with gr. xiv of Bicarb. Soda dis- solved in 3ij of water.) Diuretic and AntilitJiic. — Dr. Guy. LOBELIA. The Lobelia injlata (Nat. Ord. Lobeliacece) of America owes its activity 4;o 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 is chiefly employed in spasmodic asthma, and in other affections of the pulmonary passages BOOK 01^ PRESCEIPTIONS. 33 ? attended with dyspnoea. It forms a useful adjunct to diuretics. Dose of Tinctura Lobelia^ 10 to 30 minims ; as an emetic, 4draclimg. J^tlurea, 10 to 30 minims. Antidotes. — External and internal stimulants. 2010 Tincti Lobeliae, 5j. Decocti MalVse, ^vj, Misce : fiat mistura. A spoonful to be taken every two or three hours. As an Expectorant. — Radius. 2011 5“ Tinct. Lobeliae, 5 SSi Aquae Anetlii, ^ij. Aquae, ^iv. Misce : fiat mistura. One sixth part for a dose. In Asthma. — Dr. HOOPEB. 2013 Tinct. Lobel. A^ih. 5ij. Mist. Amygdal. ^viss. Sued Conii, 3ij. Syr. Hemidesmi, 3j. Misce: fiat mistura, cujus cap. cochl. amplum tertiis horis. In Asthma and Paroxysmal Coughs. — Dr. NBllGlAJif. 2013 5^ Tinct. Lobeliae Etheris, 5ij. Ammon. Garb. 3ij. Sp. Chloroformi, 3j. Syr. Scillae, 3ss. Decocti Senegae, ^vij. Misce. A tablespoonful every four hours. In Cardiac Asthma. — Dr. J. Maceobin. LUPULUS. Hops. The dry catkins of the common Hop, Humulus Lupulus (Nat. Ord. Cannabinacece), are tonic, aromatic, and slightly soporific. They contain a hitter principle, Lupuline, and a volatile oil. Hops are given where a stimulant tonic is desirable ; in insomnia and other nervous disorders. A pillow of hops has been employed to procure sleep. Externally, they are used in fomentation or poultice. Dose of Extraclum Lupuli^ 5 to 10 grains. Infusum , 1 to 3 ounces. Tinctura , to 2 drachms. *Lui)ulinay G to 1 2 grains. *Exlraclum Luimlxnm^ 3 to G grains. *Tinctura — , i to 3 drachms. 22 338 THE ‘BOOK OE PRESCRIPTIONS. 2014 Lupulinae, gr. viij. Mucilagiuis, q. s. Piant pilulse duse, hor& decubitds sumendae. In the watchfulness of Maniay Sfc, — Jjr* Neligan. 2015 Pupulinse, gr. v. Conf. Rosse, q. s. Piat pilula. One pill three times a day. In D^smenorrhoea, — Dr. Lombe Atthill. 2016 9> Ext. Lupnli, Ext. Lactucse, Camphorse, ana 3j. Misce: fiant pilnlse xij. Sumat ij dolore incipiente, et repetantur post boras ij, vel pro re uata. In Dysmenorrhoea, — Dr. Rigby. 2017 Ext. Hyoscyami, Campliorse, Lnpulinse, ana gr. iij. Misce, et fiant pil. ij, lior^ somni sumendae. In simple Wahefulness. — Dr. J. B. STEWARD. 2018 9^ Tinct. Lupuli, 5j. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5j. Tinct. Gentianae co. ^j. Inf. Sennse, ad 5vj. Misce. One tablespoonful twice a day. In Fhosjphuria xoith Consti^ation»-—Di\ T. H. TakKEE. 2019 9= Tinct. Lupuli, 3 j. Inf. Rosae, 5v. Acidi Sulpb. dil. 3j. Aquae Camph. §ij. Misce fiat mistura. Sumat coehlearia duo ampla bis die. In Menorrhagia, 2020 Lupuli Strobil. 3 iss. Aquae ferventis, Oj. Misce : sit pro inhalatione. In Phthisis. — Dr. Theophilds ThompsOK. MAGNESIA, et MAGNESIA 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. There are two kinds of Carbonate — heavy and light. By burning these Carbonates two kinds of Magnesia, heavy and light, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 339 are made. Both Magnesia and its Carbonates are white tasteless powders, insoluble in water. Magnesia and its Carbonate are similar in their actions on the system. They are antacid, alterative, antilithic, and laxative. If given too often or too largely as purgatives, they are apt to accu- mulate 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. Pose of Magnesia^ 10 to 20 grains as an antacid and alterative, 20 to CO - grains as a purgative. Levis, 10 to 60 grains. Carlonas, 10 to 60 grains. Liqiior Magnesice Carlonatis (Fluid Magnesia), 1 to 2 ounces. Carbonas Levis, 10 to 60 grains. 2021 Magnesiae, 9ij. Puly. Rliei, gr. xv. PulV. Zingiberis, gr. v. Piat pulvis, qucm capiat quotiescunque diem sine alvi dejectionetranse- gerit. Li Habitual Constipation, — Dr. Paris. 2022 Magnes. Calcin. 9ij. Pulv. Rliei, 3j. Pulv. Cinnamomi, gr. x. Misce. (3 to 4 grs. every third hour to very young infants ; 6 — 10 grs. ftom 6 to 12 months.) Drs. Evanson and Maunsell. 2023 Magnes. Carb. 9j. Inf. Gentian, co. 5xj. Tinct. Cardam. co. 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, bis die sumendus. In Dyspepsia with Acidity , — Mr. SAVORY. 2024 5^ Magnes. Calcin. 5ss. Aquae Menth. pip. 5iss, Tinct. Auranti, 5 j. Misce : fiat haustus. In Heartburn, 2025 9> Magnes. Calcin. 5iss. Pulv. Rhei, 5j. Pulv. Zingib. 9j. Aquae Mentliae pip. Oj. Misce. Dose, 5ss three times a day. In Dyspepsia and Hypochondriasis * — Dr. Gregory. 340 THE BOOK OE PRESCEIPTIONS. 2026 5® Magnes. Garb. 5 iss. Ammon. Garb. 3 ss. ^ Aquae Mentli. vir. 3 vss. Tinct. Lavand. co. 3 ij. Sp. Garui, 5 j. Syr. Zingib. 51 j. Fiat mistura, de qu^l, sumatur coclil. uimm amplius, pro re nata. Antacid in Cardialgia, <^c. — Dr. Paeis. 2027 5^ Magnes. Garbon. ^iss. Sp, .^theris, 5 iij. Tinct. Gardam. co. 3SS. Sp. Anisi, 5 v. 0]. Garui, rqviij. Syr. Zingib. ^ij- Aquae Gampb, 5 iss. Aquae Meuth. vir. 3v. Misce : fiat mist. cuj. sumat cocli. ij ampla urgente nausea vel flatu, prius agitata pliiala. Dr. Joy. 2028 5 ® Magnes. 3j. 01. Garui, rqiv. Sp. Amm. feet. r\\xx. Tinct. Opii, n\v. Syr. simp. 3ss. Aquae Menthae, 3iss. Misce : fiat mistura, capiat coclil. j min. 4tis lioris. In Diarrhoea and Flatulence of young children^ continuing after the use of 'purgatives. Dr. Joy. 2029 5® Magnes. Garb. 5ij. Pulv. E/hei, 3ij. Sp. Ammon. Arom. Syr. Zingib. ana 3ss. Aquae, 3v. Misce. One sixth for a dose, In Gastralgia and Pyrosis . — Dr. Hoopee. 2030 5 ® Magnes. Sulpli. 5ij. Magnes. Garb. 9j. Syr. Zingib. 5j. Aquae Anethi, 3 xj. Misce : fiat liaustus. This white draught is often retained by the stomach when every other form of purge is rejected. 2031 Magnes. Garb. 5 j, Magnes. Sulph. 3 iij. Sp. Ammon. Arom. 5 ]. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5 ). Aquae Mcnth. Vir. 3 IV. Misce ; sumat coclil. j niagn. ter in di^. Dr. Deuitt. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 341 2032 Magnes. Curb. 3ss. Pulv. cort. Aurant. Pulv. Sem, Pceniculi, Pulv. Saccliari puri, ana 3j. Misce bene, et divide in pulveres granorum x. nurses, when their milk disagrees.) (One to be given to wet Mr. Savory. 2033 Magnes. Garb. 5iss. Pulv. Rhei, 5ss. Mucil. Acaciae, Syr. Zingib. ana ^vj. Aquae Pimentae, 3ivss. Misce: fiat mist, cujus suraat cochl. ij ampla bis vel ter quotidie. As a Laxative in Chorea, — Dr. Thomas. 2034 Magnes. ustae, 5ij. Tiuct. Jalap. Mucilag. Acaciae, Syrupi, Aquae Cinnam. ana 5ss. Probe mistis affunde. Aquae, Jivss. Mist, hujus agitatae porrigatur uncia j ter in die. In Chorea of young children, — Dr. T. Hamilton, 2035 5^ Magnes. Garb. 3j. Tinct. Cardam. co. 3ij. Aquae Aiiethi, 3ss. Syrupi, ^ij. Misce : sumat cochl. j minimum frequentur indies. i In the Colic of infants, — Dr. Gregory, 2036 9> Dq. Magnes. Carb. 3 SS. Sp. Lavand. co. 5ij. Misce : fiat haustus. Sumat statim, et repetatur semihorio si opus sit In Searthurn. — Dr. Neligan. 2037 Magnes. Carb. 3 iss. Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. -n\x— xxx. Fiat haustus, ter in die sum., superbibendo aquae vel frigidae vel tepidae cyathum. In Ancemia, Chlorosis^ Nervous Paljpitationsy Sfc, — Dr. J OY. 2038 Magnes. Carb. 5j. Syr. Tolu. 3 j. Sp. Myristicae, 5ss. Sued Limonis, 5iij. Aquae, 3ix. Misce : fiat haustus. Mr. Brande. 342 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 2039 Magnes. Carb. 3 iss. Syr. Aurantii, 5j. Misce: fiat liaustus, cum 3 iij Succi Limonis inter effervescendum bibendiis. ^MAGNESIiE CITRAS. Citrate of Magnesia is prepared by mixing solutions of Carbonate of Magnesia with Citric Acid. It is gently lax- ative and antacid. Dose, 60 to 180 grains. Liquor MagnesicB Citras consists of Citrate of Magnesia, Bicarbonate of Potash, Syrup of Lemons. It is a gentle purge and antacid. Dose, 5 to 10 ounces. MAGNESIiE SULPHAS. Sulphate of Magnesia, This salt is contained in sea-water, Seidlitz-water, and in Epsom and Cheltenham salts. In small doses it is diuretic ; in large doses, a hydragogue cathartic, acting effectively, but without irritation. Being cooling in its operation, it is adapted for inflammatory disorders of all kinds. It is one of the most frequently used of all purgative medicines, and is very often conjoined with senna for a cathartic dose. Dose of Magnesia Sulphatis, 1 to 4 drachms. Enema Magnesice Sulphatis is a good saliue clyster. 2040 Magnes. Sulph. 5vj. Mannse optimse, 5 ij. Aquae destil. ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus aperiens. Dr. Hoopee. 20 Magnes. Sulph. |j. Potass. Bicarb. 5ij. Aquae Menth. pip. ^vss. Syrupi, 5ij. Misce : fiat mistura cathartica. Dr. Paeis. 2042 Magnes. Sulph. ^iss. Magnes. Carb. Sodae Bicarb, ana Jss. Sodii Chloridi, Jij. Pulv. Zingiberis, 3j. Misce. (One or two teaspoonfuls in warm water at bedtime.) In Lysmenorrhcea, — Dr. Ashwell. THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIOKS. 343 204’3 ' Plor. Anthemidis, Pulv. Zingib. 53’. Aquae ferventis, Oiiss. Macera per noctem, exprime, et adde Magnea. Sulph. 3ij. Sodae Sulph. 3iss. Potass. Sulph. 5v. Misce ; capiat cyathuni primo mane. (After each dose take an hour’s exercise in the open air, and breakfast afterwards.) Saline A'perient, — Dr. Copland. 2044 Magnes. Sulph. 51V. Aquae, 3iv. Inf. Rosae co. ^iv. Syr. Aurantii, 5j. Misce : hat haustus, tertia qu^ue hora sumendus. Dr. GEEaOEY. 2045 5° Magnes. Sulph. ^vj. Inf. Rosae acidi, ^ij. Misce; fiat haustus. To purge in mild Febrile and Inflammatory Affections, Dr. Nelioan. 2040 Magnes. Sulph. 5ss— 3j. Aquae Rosae, 3j. Acid. Sulph. dil. n\x. Acid Hydrocyan. dil. "rrj^iij. Misce : fiat haustus, 4ta quaque hoiA sumendus. In Hcemoptysis, — Dr. Theophilps Tnoi^.rpSON. 2047 Magnes. Sulph. 5j— 5iv. Syr. Aurantii, 3ij. Acidi Sulph. dil. rr|x. Aquae Anethi, 3j. Misce ; fiat haustus. Antiphlogistic purge. To this draught may be added, in cases of debility, 1 gr. of Sulphate of Zinc, or Sulphate of Iron, or 2 grs. of Quinine. Dr. Deuitt. 2048 Magnes. Sulph. 3j. Antim. Tart. gr. j. Sp. iEtheris Nit. 5ij. Aquae Menthae, 3X. Misce : sumantur coch. magna tria, 4t3, quaque hora. An active nauseating aperient for robust persons. Dr. Deuitt. 2049 9. Magnes. Sulph. 5j. Antim. Tart. gr. ij. Aquae, 3viij. Misce : sumat unciam omni liorH. In Asiatic Cholera, — Dr. Jephson (U.S.). 344 2050 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIOKS. 9= Magnes. Sulph. ^ss. Mannse, 3 ij. Inf. Sennse, 3 vj. Tinct, Senns 0 , 5ij. Aquse Menthse vir. Aquae destil. 5ij- Misce : fiat mistura. Suraat cochl. iij ampla omni mane, et repetatur post lioras quatuor, si opus. Mr. Abeenethy. 2051 ;p, Mannae, 3ij. Magnes. Sulph. ^ss. Inf. Sennae, 5vj. Tinct, Sennae, 5ij, Aquae Menth. pip. 5j. Aquae Camphorae, ^ij. Misce; fiat mistura cu jus sumat cochl. iij vel iv niagna primo mane. Mr. Abeenethy. 2052 Magnes. Sulph. Mannae, ana 5j. Tamarindi pulpae, ^ss. Decocti Hordei, 3 iij. Solve, at adde Antim. Tart, gr. j. Fiat mistura, ex qu^ sum. coch. ij magna donee alvus bis terve respon- der it. As a laxative in 'Remittent Fever. E. G. Claez. 2053 5® Magnes. Sulph. 5iv. Acidi Sulph. dil, 5j. Ferri Sulph. gr. vj. Inf. Aurantii, Jxiss, Misce : sumat partem sextam bis die. In Ancemia, ^c. 2054 Magnes, Sulph. 3ij. Mannae, 5ij. Emuls. Amygdalae, ^iv. Misce : fiat. mist, purgans pro infantibus. (A dessert-spoonful for a dose for a child from 1 to 2 years old.) Mr. Sayoey. 2055 Magnes. Sulph. 3 ij. Syr. Aurantii, 3ij. Aquae Carui, 3vj. Misce : sumat 3ij omni hoiA donee alvus respondent. Laxative for children of three years of age . — Dr. West. 2056 Magnes, Sulph. 3j. Tinct. Uliei, 3ij. Aquae Carui, ^vij. Misce. A tcaspoonfnl every six hours. In Simple Liarrhcea of infants . — Dr, West. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIOX^S. 345 2057 Magues. Sulpli, 5ss. Tinct. Jalapse, 5j. Acidi Nitrici, iY\ij. Aquae Menthae vir. 5ij. Misce : fiat liaustus. In disordered state of Liver. — Dr. Ellis. 2058 Magnes. Sulph. gr. xxx. Potass. Bicarb, gr. xx. Potass. Nitratis, gr. x. Aquae, Misce : fiat haustus. In Retention of Urine. — SiE James Paget. 2059 Magnes. Sulph. 5ss. Acid. Sulph. Aromat. n\xx. Perri Sulph. gr. iij. Quiniae Sulph. gr. j. Villi Colchici, ii\x. Syr. Zingiberis,’ 5j. Aquae, ^j. Fiat haustus. To be taken twice or thrice a day, with an aperient pill if needed. In Acne ivitJi Rlethora. — Dr. Tilbury Fox. *MALVA. Mallow. The leaves of the common Mallow, Malva sylvestris (Nat. Ord. MalvacecB)y contain a considerable quantity of mucilage, which they yield to water. Their decoction is sometiines employed for its demulcent and emollient properties. It is^ employed externally as a fomentation to wounds, tumours, and painful parts; or given internally as a drink in bron- chitis, or in irritation of the intestinal canal or urinary organs. Dose of Deco ctum MalvcB^ 1 to 3 ounces. 2060 Becoct. Malvee, 5,vj. Syr. Papaveris, 5ij. Oxymel. Scillse, 5j. Misce : sumat quartam partem quum tussis urget. *MANGANESII SALES. Salts of Manganese. The metal Manganese resembles iron. Its black binoxide is well known. This is employed by chemists in the prepa- ration of oxygen and chlorine. It has been used medicinally in the treatment of some cutaneous maladies, being applied 346 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIOHS. 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 tdnic powers, but differ from them in being desti- tute of any astringent properties. They have been found 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 : Manganesii Oxidum Nigrum. Given internally in scabies and syphilis. Dose 3 to 20 grains three times a day. Manganesii Carhonas. Used in the same cases and same doses. Manganesii Sulphas. Given as an alterative in cutaneous diseases, in doses of 5 to 10 grains. As a purge and chola- gogue, in doses of 1 to 2 drachms. The Permanganate of Potash is mentioned among the salts of potash. 2061 Manganesii Oxidi Nigri, 3 .]. Sodii Chloridi, 5 iij. Misce bene, et adde Acidi Sulphurici, 5 j. Aquse §ij. (The Chlorine which is evolved from this mixture on the application of heat, forms a powerful local stimulant in certain cases of cutaneous dis- ease, and in chronic rheumatism. The gas should be carefully confined to the part by the proper apparatus.) , Dr. Hoopee. 2062 Manganesii Carb. Ext. Cinchonse, ana 5 j. Misce, et div. in pil. 30. Sumat j bis die, ante jentaculum et prandium. In Chlorosis.— Nt. Hafnon. 2063 Manganesii Siilpli. Sodae Carb. ana 5 j. Mellis, q. s. ut fiat massa in pilulas granorum iv divi- denda, quar. j pro dosi. In Ancemic Disorders. — M. Hakfon, 2064 9 , Manganesii Sulph. 5 iv. Vini Sem. Colchici, irtxxx. Aquae Rosae, ^iv. Misce : fiat haustus. Purgative in Gouty or Pheumaiic hahits. — Dr. Neligak, THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIOKS, 347 3065 Manganesii Sulph. 3j. Magnes. Sulph. 5 ij. Syr. Zingiberis, 3 j. Aquae, 5 iss. Misce : fiat liaustus mane sumendus, I)i Gouty cases y to produce a copious discharge of tile. Dr. Drctitt. 2086 Manganesii Sulph. 5 iv. Acidi Sulph. dil. n)_viij. Inf. Sennm co. gij. Misce : fiat haustus. In Dyspeptic affections and Bilious disorders. — Dr. Nelioak. 2067 ^ Manganesii Pliosph. Pulv. Cinchonae, ana 5 ss. Syr. Catechu, q. s. Divide in pil. granorum iv. Sumat j ter in die. MANNA. MANNITA. Manna and Mannite. Manna is the concrete juice of Fraxinus Ornus and F. rotundifolia (Nat. Ord. Oleacece). The variety called Pdake Manna is the best. Manna has a sweetish and slightly bitter taste. It acts as a general laxative, though its operation sometimes causes flatulence. Its purgative pro- perty is owing to a peculiar unfermentable sugar, called Mannite. 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 ob- stinate constipation, and in the disorders of weakly women, as phlegmasia dolens, ascites, or low peritonitis. Dose of Manna, i to 1 ounce. 2068 ^ Mannm 3 j. Potass. Tart. Acidae, 5 ss. Seri Lactis, 5 vj. Misce ; sumat semissem statim, et quod rcstat pos horas duas. Dr. Joy. 2069 Magnes. Sulph. 3 j. Mannae, 3 vj. Tinct. Sennae, 5 iss. Aquae ferventis, 3 V. Misce. Sumat quartam partem, vel semissem. Dr. Ainslie. 348 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTTONS. 2070 2071 2072 2073 2074 2075 2076 Saponis Venet. Oiv. 01. Amygd. dul. 5 ss. Solve, et adde Mannse, 5 ss. Potass. Tart. ^ij. Syr. Altliseae, Jj. Misce : fiat linctus emolliens. Beendell. Mannse, 5 j- Aquse Foeniculi, Sp. Ammon. Aromat. rqxx. Misce : siimat cocli. j larg. omni hor4. In Infantile Catarrh . — Mr. Sayoey. Mannse, 3 SS. Mucil. Acaciee, ^ss. Syr. Violae, 5 ij. Aquae Menthae, Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat cocli. j — ij min. terti^ q.q. lior&.’j 'For Infants in the early months . — Dr, Joy. Mannae, 5 vj. Syr. Sennae, 5 iij. 01. Amygd. dulcis, 3 ij. Tere bene, et adde Aquae Foeniculi, 5 ij. Sacch. albi, 5 iss. Fiat electuarium, cujus capiat infans 5 j — 5 ij pro dosi. Ajperient for Young Children . — Dr. Copland. 9> Mannitae, 5 ss. Aquae Menthae pip. 3 SS. Solve, ut fiat liaustus. An excellent Laxative for Children . — Dr. Neligan. Mannae, 5 ij. Magnesiae, 3j. Tinct. Rhei, 5 j. Syr. Rosae, 3 ij. Inf. Sennae, 3 j. x^quae Menthae Pip. ^ss. Misce. A teaspoonful every third hour till bowels relieved. Aperient for Children . — * Mannae, siss. Magnesiae, 3ij. Decocti Aloes co. ^iss. Syr. Rosae, 5 ij. Aquae Anisi, ad 5ij- Misce. A teaspoonful every four hours. Laxative for Children . — * ^MARRUBIUM. Horehound. Marrubium vulgare (Nat. Ord. Lahiatce) is a very small herb, common in England. In the fresh state it has a strong (the book op prescriptions. 34S and peculiar aromatic odour. Both fresh and dry, it has a bitter taste. It contains much mucilage, and is a popuhir demulcent tonic in simple coughs. It is also a general tonic, laxative, and antispasmodic. Dose of Marruhium, 30 to 60 grains. Infusura Marruhii, 1 to 3 ounces. 2077 9 , Marrubiilierb. exsic. 3ss. Aquee destil. fervent. Oss. Macera per horam, et cola. 9> Colaturse, 3iss. Tinct. Campli. co. 5j. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, gr. x. Misce. Fiat haustus, ter in die sum. In Chronic Bronchitis, icith inordinate secretion. Dr. Copland. MASTICHE. Mastich. This is a resinous exudation from the Pistacia Lentisciis (Nat. Ord. Anacardiacece), and occurs in yellowish, semi- transparent, brittle tears, of a pleasant smell and taste. It is stimulant and diuretic. It is used as a masticatory in toothache and other complaints; and as an ingredient in stimulating tinctures in affections of the mouth and gums. It is chiefly employed as an excipient for pills, to divide active medicines. Dose of Mastich, 20 to 40 grains. ^ 2078 9> Pulv. Masticlies, Pulv. Cretm, ana 3ij. Pulv. Iridis rad. 3SS. 01. Rosse, TT|_iij. Misce : fiat dentrificium. Phcebus. MATICA. Matico. The leaves of Artanthe elongata, a Peruvian plant (Niit. Ord. Pijperacece), are extensively used in their native country for the purpose of arresting local hsemorrhages. They are either applied whole, or dried and reduced to a course 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. It contains an aromatic and a bitter principle ; but nothing has been found which can 350 THE BOOK OF PRESCIllPTIOlSrS. give it a real astringent quality. Its reputation as a styptic may probably be owing to the meclianical properties of the leaf and its powder, or to the turpentine oil it contains. Dose of Pulvis Matiaz, 30 to 120 grains. Infiisum Matic(Z, 1 to 2 ounces. *Tincttira 31atico, 1 to 2 drachms. 2079 Tinct. Maticse, 5vj. Inf. Kr Menyanthidis fol. 3ss. . Pulv. Zingiberis, 3ij. Aquae ferventis, Oss. Macera in vase clauso per boras duas, et cola. (In doses of 3j — Biss, united with Spir. .Eth. Nit. 5j — 5ij.) In Bheumatismt Arthritic affections^ and Cachectic and Cutaneous diseases. Dr. Copland. 2093 9> Ext. Menyanthidis, 5 SS. Aceti Scilla?, By- Tinct. Assafoctidae, Bss. Misce. Thirty drops three times a day. Diuretic.— MeTRYLENI BiCULOPwIDUM, V. ifclTHEE. MEZEREUM. Mezereon. The bark of the root of the Daphne Mezereon (Nat. Ord. Thymelacece)y contains a crystalline substance called Daph- nine, but owes its medicinal properties to an acrid resin. 23 354 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 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 given in various cutaneous diseases, in secon- dary syphilis and in chronic rheumatism. Ik has been used as a vesicant, being first soaked in vinegar ; and as a masti- catory, 2 or 3 grains being chewed at a time. It is con- tained in Decoct. Sarsm Comp. Dose of Mezerei Cortex, 1 to 10 grains. Extractmn Mezerei uEthereum is used as an external irritant.^ Vnguentum Mezerei a stimulant application to ulcers. 2094 Mezerei cort. Armoraciee rad. ana Aceti destil. ferventis, Oss. Infuse for a week, and strain. A Lotion for Porrigo Lecalvans. — Mr. E. WiLSON. 2095 Cort. rad. Mezerei, 5ij. Aquse bullientis, S^vj. Decoque ad 3viij, et cola. 2096 R Liq. colati, 3iss. Sp. Ammon. Arom. iv\xxv. M. f. liaust. bis die sum. In Gouty ]pains or Chronic Periostitis,^T)v, SeYMOUE, 2097 R Mezerei, 5ij. Dulcamarse, 3ss. Arctii Lappae rad. (Ph. D. S.) 3ij. Aquae, Oiv. Decoque ad Oiij, et adde Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, 5ij. Cola. pm dosi. In ohstinate Syphilitic and Cutaneous diseases. — Van Mons. =^'MONARDA. Korsemint. The Monar da punctata (Nat. Ord. Labiates) is an American plant, and is used in American practice. It has yellow flowers, spotted with brown. The whole plant is aromatic, and con- tains a stimulant volatile oil, which has a powerful smell. It is used in infusion, in the same manner as Spearmint, and is given chiefly in flatulent colic. It has been recommended as an emmenagogue. The oil may be given as a carminative^ THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 355 in doses of 2 to 3 drops on sngar. It acts as a rubefacient externally. 2098 5 , 01. Monardse, ^ss. Tinct. Camphorse, |ij. Tinct. Opii, 5 ij. Misce. Fiat linimentum. In Bheumatism and Fevers, — Dr. Atiee (U.S.). ^MONESIA. The extract of Chrysophyllum Buranheim (Nat. Ord, Sapotacece) is imported from the West Indies in thick brown cakes. It has a powerful bitter-sweet taste; pos- sesses astringent properties, and is soluble in water. It has been given in France with much success as a remedy in leucorrhoea, menorrhagia, diarrhoea, and chronic bronchitis. Fxternally, it is applied in powder to atonic ulcers. Dose of Mones'ue, 2 to 10 grains. Mistura Monesice, \ ounce. Syrupus , \ ounce. 2099 Ext. Monesise, 533 . Syrupi, 5 x. Aquae, ^iij* M. To be taken in four doses. In Chronic Diarrhoea . — TeouSSEAU and EeveIL. 2100 Syr. Monesise (calidi), ^xvj. Aquse flor. Aurantii, ^ss. Ext. Papaveris, gr. xvj. Mix. Dose | ounce. Deeosne. 2101 Monesise, 5 j. Alum inis, gr. xxiv. Pulv. Cretse'Aromat. 5 ss. Syrupi, q. si ut fiaut pilulffi xxiv. Sumat ij ter in die. In Chronic Diarrhoea, Pyrosis, and Leucorrhoea, Dr. NeliCAN. 2102 5® Monesise, Aquse, ana 5j- Cerse albse, ^ij. 01. Amygdalse, ^iv. Misce. Fiat unguentum. In Indolent Ulcers . — DeeoSNE. 356 BOOK OF PBilSCRIPTIOKS. MORI gtJCCUS. Mulberry Juice. The juice of the Mulberry, Morus nigra (Nat. Ord. Moracece), has an agreeable Suhacid taste. It is sometimes employed as a grateful refrigerant in febrile disorders, and as an expectorant in coughs. It is slightly laxative. Syrupus Mori is used as a colouring ingredient, and as an addition to refrigerant drinks in fevers. Morphia. See Opium. MORRHU^ OLEUM. CodJwer Oil, This oil is extracted from the fresh liver of the Oadus Morrhua, or common Cod-fish. 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. 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 colour 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 odour, though the intensity of these properties varies in different specimens. It is given with great advantage in many cases of emacia- tion depending upon a cachetic or scrofulous condition of the system. The patient will frequently grow stout under its use, and gain health in proportion. It has been supposed to exert a specific action in pulmonary consumption. It is given in skin diseases ; in impaired nutrition from chronic gout and rheumatism; in scrofulous atrophy of children, with affection of the bones and joints. Cod oil, as also other oils, has been used as a vehicle for iodine, iodide of potassium, and phosphorus. When prescribed alone, it 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 THE BOOK OP PBE90EIPTIONS. 357 potash or soda, and in that condition dissolved in water. It may be applied externally in rheumatic, neuralgic, and some local scrofulous affections. The dose of the oil for children is from 1 to 2 drachms three times a day ; for adults, 1 to 8 drachms. It should he given for some time, or else no really beneficial result can he obtained. 3103 9> Ol.Morrlmse, Mucil. Tragac. aua Aquse Menthae pip. |iv. Tere bene simul, ut fiat mistura, cujus capiat coclil. duo ampla ter in die. Dr. NELiaAjr. 3104 P> 01. Jecoris Aselli, Pulv. Acaciae, 5j. Misce : fiat emulsio, et adde Syr. Aurantii, 5j. Sp. Menthae pip. 5ij. MisCe I Bumat cochl. magnum uuum bis in die. Dr. Ranking. 3105 5® 01. Morrhuae nigri, 5’ij- Ovor. duor. vitellos ; misce bene in vase marmoreo, et adde Syr. Aurant. 5iss. Aquae flor, Aurant, (Pour spoonfuls daily.) In Rioicets, — TROUSSEAU and Reveiu, 2106 9 . 01. Morrhuae, ^viij. Pulv. Acaciae, ^iij. Aquae Menthae Vir. 3 iij. Syrupi, ^xviiss. Misce secundum artem. Sumat cochl. magna 1-8 om. die. In Scrofulous Affections^ especially Rickets, Trousseau and Reveil, 2107 9 01 . Morrhuae, ^iss. Creasoti, n\\y. Pulv. Tragacanthae co. ^ij. Aquae Anisi, ^ivss. Misce. Dosis, 5j ter die. In cases when the oil produces nausea. In Consumption, — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 2108 9 01. Morrhuae, ^ss. Liq. Ammoniae, ti\v. Misce : sumatur ter die. Tlic do^e to be gradually augmented to five or six times the quantity. In VidbeUs, — Dr. Bence Jones, 358 THE BOOK. OF PBESCKIPTIONS. 2109 ^ 01. Morrhuse, Syr. Aurantii, Aquae Anisi, ana 5j- 01. Calami, Misce. Three spoonfuls a day. In Rachitis and Gouty Swellings , — PncEBiJS. 2110 9 , 01. Jecoris Aselli, 5j. Liq. Potassae, 5 ij. Syr. Aurantii, 5 j. 01. Caryophylli, n^iv. Misce. Sumai cochl. parv. j bis in die. For Children,— -Dv, RAKKiNa. 2111 5 b 01. Morrhuae, siv. Liq. Potassae, 3SS. 01. Limon. 5 ij. Aquae Carui, ^iiss. Sp. Carui, §ss. Misce : fiat mist. Sum cochl. ij ampla ter in die. Dr. Neligak. 2113 5 L 01. Morrhuae, ^iij. Liq. Potassae, t»xxx. Potass. lodidi, g^r. viij. Aquae destill. 5 vij. Misce, fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In cases of Chronic Rheumatism with Cachexia, Dr. H. W. Ftjllbe. 211 s 9 , tGlyconin, 5ix. 01. Morrhuae, 5iv. •Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5j. Vini Xerici, Acid. Phosph. dil. 5iv. 01. Amygdalae Amarae, n\ij. Alcohol, 5ij. Misce. Two teaspoonfuls three times a day. Dr. Andeews (U.S.). (+Glyconin= yolks of eggs beaten up and an equal measure of glycerine added. The Glyconin must be put in the mortar first, and the oil added drop by drop, stii’ring briskly.) 2114 5b 01. Morrhuae, Vitelli Ovi, unius. Liq. Arsenicalis, n\_xliv. Syr. Simplicis, 5ij. Aquae, ad 5iv. Misce. A teaspoonful thrice daily after food. Mr. Eeasmus Wilsok. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 359 2115 211G 2117 9 . 01. Morrimse, Vitelli Ovi, No. 3. Tere simul, et adde Villi Xerici, Syr. simplicis, 5j. Mist. Amygdal. Amarae, Acidi Pliospliorici dil, 5j. Fiat mistiira. A tablespoonful three times a day. In Consumption.— Dv. Mann (U.S.). 01 . Morrliuse, 3 vj. Terri lodidi, gr. xij. Solve : sumat 5 ss ad pro dosi. In Consumption and Scrofula. — Dr. Headland. 5 ^ 01. Morrliuae, Oj. Pliosphori, gr. j. Solve leni cum calore. Dosis 3 SS— Sj* In FMhisis.—13i\ T. Thompson. 2118 5“ 01. Morrliuae, 5j. 01. Lavandula?, rt\x. Misce. To be rubbed on the chest night and morning, when the stomach will not tolerate the oil. Consumption, <^c. — Dr. T. Thompson. 2119 9 > 01. Morrhuee, ^ss. Liq. Potassa?, 5 ss. Adipis praep. q. s. Misce : fiat unguentum, saepe uteiidum. In Scrofulous Vicerations, and obstinate Cutaneous diseases. Dr. Neligan. 2130 01. Morrhuae, Ext. Fuliginis ligni, ana 5 ij. Ung, Hydrarg. Nit. 5 j. Medullae Ossium, Misce : fiat unguentum. In Scrofulous Ophthalmia . — Caeron. 2121 9 , 01. Morrhuae, Aquae Ammoniac, 5ss. Misce : fiat linimentum. I Beach. 2123 2123 9 01. Morrhuae, 5 iv. Liq. Plumbi, 5 ij. Ovi Vitelli, siij. Misce, fiat linimentum. As an application to Ulcers , — Beefeld. 9 01. Morrhuae, 5 j. 01. Juglandis, 5 ij. Misce. A drop or two to be introduced between the eyelids. In Opacities of the Cornea, 360 THE BOOK OF PRB&CRIPTIOK8. MOSCHUS. Music, This is an odoriferous secretion found stored up in peculiar . bags or follicles in the Musk Ox, Moschus moscliiferus (Ord. Muminantia). 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 well-known odour, and a bitter disagreeable taste. Musk is a diffusible stimulant and antispasmodic. It is given 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. Pose of Moschus, 5 to 10 grains. * Mistura Moschi, 1 to 2 ounces (Musk, 3; A.cacia, 3 j Sugar, 3 ; Rose Water, 160 parts). 2124 Moschi, Ammon. Garb, ana gr. x, Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut fiat bolus. One every three hours. In Mortification, attended with spasmodic action. Dr. Ellis. 2125 5 , Moschi, Camphorse, ana ^ss. 01. Cajeputi, yy\y vel q. s. ut fiat massa in pilulas xij dividenda. Sumantur ij secundS, vel tertid quaque hord. Stimulant and Antispasmodic . — Dr. Hooper. 2126 9 = Moschi, gr. viij. Pulv. Opii, gr. ij. Camphorse, gr. xxiv. Syrupi, q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. vj dividenda. To be taken during the day. In Hospital Gangrene , — Dupuytren. 2127 ' 9 Moschi, gr. x. iBtheris, Tinct. Opii, ana -n\xx. Aquae Cinnamomi, 3j. Misce : fiat haustus. Last Stage^ of Typhus , — Dr. Hooper. 2128 9 Moschi, gr. iv. Sacchari alb. 5j. Misce, et divide in pulv. vj. A powder every hour or half hour. Stimulant in Croup , — Niemeter. THE book: of presobiptions. 361 3129 9> Moschi, gr. iv. Sp. iEtheris, 5ij. 01. MentliEe pip. -niiij. Misce. In Cholera Asiatica^ with Cyanosis from the commencement of the attach:.— Dr. Melvin Rhoeer. 2130 Moschi, gr. ixiv. Pulv. Valerian. 3iss. Camphorse, gr. xv. Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut flant boli iij. Capiat j quarts qu^ue liora. Antispasmodic. — Dr. COPLAKD. 2181 9> Misturse Moschi, '^iy. Sp. .iEtlieris, Syr. Aurantii, ana 3j- Misce. A sixth part for a dose. Stimulant Antispasmodic, — Dr. Hoopee. 2132 Moschi, gr. x — 3j. Tinct. Castorei, 5ij. Syr. Zingib. 5ij. Aquse destiU 3j. Misce : fiat haustus. In Coma from Fever. — Dr. E, J. Clark. 2133 9> Moschi, gr. iij. Pulv. Acacise, 5ss. Liq. Ammon. Acet. 5j. Syr. Simp. Aquae Foeniculi, aa Misce. A teaspoonful every two hours. In Laryngismus Stridulus . — Niemeyee. 3134 5* Moschi, gr. x. Pulv. Valerianae, ^ss. Pulv. Amyli, 5ss. Aquae ferventis, 5riij. Misce : fiat enema. Antisjpasmodio and Excitant. — RADIUS. *MUCUNA PRURIENS. Cowitch or Cowhage. The hairs, with which the pods of this leguminous shrub (which used to be named Dolichos) are thickly covered, are employed to dislodge worms, more especially lumbrici. This they probably effect by mere mechanical irritation. The 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 is from a teaspoonful to a tablespoonfi^), every morning for three 362 THE BOOK OF PESSCEIPTIONS. times, following the last dose by a purgative. The following is a more precise formula ; 3135 9 , Dolichi Pubis, Oij. Syrupi, gss. Misce. Give a teaspoonful every morning for three days, and a dose of castor oil after the last dose. To expel Lumbrici , — Coeeea. MYRISTICA. Nutmeg, This is the kernel of the seed of the MyrisUca offieinaliSi or Nutmeg-tree (Nat. Ord. Mgristicacece), a native of the Molucca Islands. The nutmeg is hard, of a greyish colour, and veined with red. It has an aromatic odour and taste, and contains a peculiar volatile oil, besides a fatty principle. To the volatile oil nutmegs owe their stimulant and sto- machic properties; but they are seldom prescribed alone, being generally given with less agreeable medicines, in order to disguise their flavour. 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. Dose of Pulvis MyristiccBy 5 to 15 grains. Oleum , 2 to 6 minims. S^iritus , 30 to 60 minims. Oleum Myristicm Nxpressim is contained in Nmplastrum Calif aciens and Picis, 2136 Cornu usti, Pulv. Myristicae, Lauri baccarum tost, ana gr. x. Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, 33 s. Misce : fiat pulvis. In the JTectic attendant on Scrofulous Affections. Augustin, 2137 Fulv. Myristicae, Pulv. Calumbae, ana 3j. Pulv. Salepi, 3j. luf. Lini, 3iv. Misce : fiat enema stimulans. Ammon. MYRRHA. Myrrh. This gum-resin is produced by the JBalsamodendron Myrrha, a small tree belonging to the Nat. Ord. Amyri- THE BOOK OF PRESGEIPTIONS. 363 dacecB, 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 antispasm odic. 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. Bose of TuMs MyrrJice, 10 to 30 grains. Tmctura , ^ to 1 drachm. 2138 Myrrhae, gr. vj. Pulv. Ipecacuan. gr, iij. Potass. Nitrat. 5ss. Misce, et divide in partes quatuor, e quibus sumatur una, quartis horis. Expectorant, — Dr. Paris. 2139 Pulv, Myrrlise, 5iss. Pulv. Scillae, 5ss. Ext. Hyoscyami, 3ij. Aqum, q. s. utfiant pil. xxx. Sumat ij nocte maneque. In Chronic Catarrh. — Mr. Sayory. 2140 Pulv. Myrrlioe, 5j. Pulv. Scillse, 9j. Pulv. Ammoniaci, ^ss. ' Ammon. Garb. 5ss. Ext, Hyoscyami, 9ij. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. ut fiat massa in pil.xl dividenda. Sumat ij ter die. In Phthisis and Chronic Catarrh, — Dr. Joy. 2141 Myrrlim, 5iss. Benzoini, 3ij. Bals. Copaibae, 5j. Ext. Glycyrrhiza?., 3iv. Misce: fiant pil. 44 secundum artem. Capiat seger binas bis tervc quotidie. In Asthma and Chronic Bronchitis. — Dr. Copland. 2142 9 , Ferri Garb. 5ss. Pulv. Myrrhse, Ext. Aloes, ana 3j. Pulv. Rhei, gr. vj. Syr. Zingiberis, q. s. Misce, ut fiant pilulte xviij. Sumat ij vel iij bis in die. In Amenorrhoea , — Mr. Sayory. 364 3143 THE BOOK OF PBESOBTPTIONS, 3144 Myrrhee, gr. xxiv. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. ix. Liq. Magnes. Garb. ^vj. Tere simul, et adde Vini Ipecacuanhse, t»\x1. Miace : siimat coclil. ij sextis horis. Dr, Baeon, Myrrhse pulv. 3j. Eerri Sulph. gr. iss. Sodae Garb. gr. iv. Tinct. Groci, 5 j. Aquae Mentliae Pulegii, ^ias. Misce : fiat haustus ter die suraendus. Tlmmenagogue, — Dr. Joy. 3145 9 , Myrrbae pulv. 5 j. Eerri Sulph. 3j. Potass. Garb. gr. xxv. Saccharati Alb. 5 ss. Aquae Menth. Pip. 5viij. Misce. A tablespoonful four times a day. In Acute Bronchial Catarrh, — Dr. MoSES Geieiith (1776). 2146 9 , Tinct. My rrliae,^. Tinct. Hellebori, ^ss. Tinct. Gantharidis, 5 ij. Misce. In doses of 30 drops, in a little sugar and water, three times a day. In Amenorrhota, — Dr. Ellis. 2147 5^ Tinct. Myrrhae, Aceti, ana Mellis, 3 j. Inf. Serpentariae, Oiiss. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Putrid Sore Throaty Scarlatinay c^c. — Dr. Fotheegill. 2148 9 , Myrrhae, 3 j. Galcis vivae, Aquae, Oij. Misce. Infuse for a few days, then decant, ulcers. To be injected into fistulous St. Maeib. 2149 Oxidi Zinci, gr. xx. Gerat. Galeni (Gold Gream), 5j. Tinct. Myrrhae, 5 ss. Misce : fiat unguentum. To irritable Bruptions of the Shin . — Dr. NELiOAif. NECTANDRiE CORTEX. The bark of Nectandra Bodioei (Nat. Ord. Lauraeece) is employed for the preparation of Beberim Sulphas, p. 122. It is antiperiodic and tonic, hut inferior to Quinine, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 365 ♦NICKEL. Sulphate of Nickel occurs in greenish-blue crystals. It is a nervine tonic and astringent, and is given in chlorosis and other forms of anaemia. Dose, ^ to 1 grain after food. Naphtha. See Spiritus Pyeoxylicus. NUX VOMICA. STRYCHNIA. Nux Vomica is the round flattened seed of the Strychnos Nux Vomica (Nat. Ord. LoganiacecB), a tree of the East Indies. It is very bitter in taste, and possesses active and dangerous properties. Both the bitterness and activity are chiefly owing to an alkaloid. Strychnia, which may be extracted from the seeds. Strychnia is a most powerful poison. Another alkaloid exists in the seeds, called Brucia, which resembles Strychnia, but is less powerful. Nux Vomica and Strychnia are powerful excitants of the spinal system of nerves, and cause convulsions when given in an overdose. Nux Vomica is a bitter, stomachic, laxative, nervine tonic, stimulant to the muscular system, and aphrpdisiac. It is given in pyrosis and other forms of dyspepsia; in obstinate constipation ; in paralysis ; in debility after acute disease, as rheumatic fever; in hysteria; in chorea and other chronic spasmodic afi*ections ; and in impotence from nervous exhaustion. Antidotes , — Enema Tabaci; Infusion of Tobacco; Nicotina, 1 minim in warm water or wine. Strychnia acts in the same manner as Nux Vomica. It is given more especially in the paralysis of lead poisoning, and in epilepsy due to irregular menstruation. Combined with Ergot, in the form of the Liquor Strychniae, it is a valuable remedy in post-par turn hajmorrhage. Antidotes. — Morphia, Tincture of Aconite, Tobacco, Chloral Hydrate, Chloroform. Dose of Nux Vomica, 1 to 3 grains. Extractum — , ^ to 2 grains. Tinctura — , 10 to 30 minima. Strychnia, gr. Liqxm Strychniae^ 6 to 10 minima, 366 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. Brucia may be given in the same cases as Strychnia, but is much weaker. Dose, 5 to 1 grain. Prescriptions for internal use, containing Nux Vomica. 2150 5L Puly. Nucis Vom. gr. xxx. Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut fiant pil. x. One, twice or tlirice a day, closely watching the effects. In Paralysis. — Dr. Ellis. 2151 9- Ext. Nucis Vom. 3j. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, 3vij. Misce : div. in pil. 80. Sumat 2 ad 4 ter in die. lu Paralysis. — Radius. 2162 9 Pnly. Acaciae, Pulv. Sacchari, ana gr. xij. Pulv. Nucis Vom. gr. iij. Misce: fiat pulvis. Sumat j Omni die. In Diarrhoea and Dysentery. — Hupeland, 2153 9 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. ss. Eellis Bovis, gr. v. Ext. Aloes, gr. j. Misce : fiant pil. ij, omni nocte sumendse. Dr. Wilson. 2154 9 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. vj. Ext. Rhei, gr. ix. Aloes Barb. gr. ix. Misce bene, et divide in pil. xij. Sumat j hord somni. In hahitual Constipation. 2155 9 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. iij. Pulv. Rhei, gr. xv. Pil. Hydrarg. gr. x. Ext. Gentianse, 3ij. M. Div. in pil. xv. (One three times a day, half an hour after meals.) In Dilious Dpspepsia, — Dr. Ross. 2166 9 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. iij. Fellis Bovini, gr. vj. Ext. Taraxaci, gr. xxiv. Pulv. Myrrhae, gr. xviij. Misce, et div. in pilulas xxiv. Sumat j ter die. In Prurigo. — Dr. NelIGAN. 2167 9 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. iij. Ext. Colocynth. co. Ext. Hyoscyami, aa gr. xxiv. Pulv. Ipecacuanbee, gr. iij. Glycerini, q. s. Misce : fiant pulv. xij. One occasionally at bedtime. In Constipation with Dehility. — Sir J. R. Martin. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 367 2158 9, Ext. Niicis Vom. gr. vj. Piilv. Rhei, gr. vj. Eerri Carb. Sacch. gr. xij. Pil. Hydi'arg. gr. vj. Pulv. Opii, gr. V. Misce, et div. in pil. xij. Capiat j bia in die. In Diarrhoea from exhaustion, — Dr, NeyinS. 2159 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. ij — vj. Aquae Melissae, 5' j. Mucil. Acaciae, 5ss.’ Misce : capiat cocb. ij secund^ qu^ue hor§,. Von Hildenbeanb. 2160 9> Pulv. Nucis Vom ^ss. Mucil. Acaciae, Aquae Cinnam. ana 5j- Tinct. Cardam. CO. Aquae destil. ^iij- Misce. One sixth part for a dose. Stimulant to the Muscular System^ in cases of 'Paralysis, Dr. Hoopee. 2161 9, Pulv. Nucis Vom. 5j. Aquae, ^^hj. Decoque ad ^vj, et adde Tinct. Opii, 5j. every two hours. In Dysentery, — Dr. Hoopee. 2162 Ext. Nucis Vom. 3ij. Mucilaginis, Aquae destil. ^vj. Syr. Althaeae, 5j. Misce : sumat coch. j magnum secundis horis. In the painful Colic of JSpidemic Dysentery, — E-ICHTEE. 2163 Puiv. Nucis Vom. Subnit. Bismuthi, Ext. Nucis Vom. ana gr. ss. Magnes. Carb. gr. iij. Sacchari, gr. xv. 01. Menthae pip. vqij. Misce : fiat pulvis. Sumat talem tertiis horis. In Cramp of the Stomach , — VoOTi 2164 5“ Tinct. Nucis Vom. YY\_ij. Aquae Laurocerasi, 5j. Misce : sumat gtt. x ex proprio vchiculo nocte mancque. In the Vomitiny of Pregnancy. — Keoyla 368 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3165 9> Tinct. Nucis Vom. ^ss. Tinct. Cinchonse c. ^iss. Tiixct. Calumbse, ^iss. M. Dessert-spoonful in glass of water 3 times daily, 1 hour before meals. For Intestinal Irritation occurring after meals. Dr. J. S. Nicol. 2166 9* Tinct. Nucis Vom. 3ij. Tinct. Cinchonse, 5vj. Inf. Cinchonse. ^vij- Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat ter in die. In Paralysis, consequent on Fevers and other acute Diseases, Dr. Nelioan. 3167 Tinct. Nucis Vom. 3ss. Syr. I'erri Hypophos. 3vj. Aquse Cinnam. 5vj. Misce : sumat cochl. j min. ex aqufi, bis in die. In Paraplegia, — Dr. WiLSON. Prescriptions for internal use, containing Str^^clinia. 2l68 9> Strychnise, gr. j. Aquse, 3v. Misce. A teaspoonful three times a day. In Angina Pectoris and Spasmodic Asthma, Dr. F. E. Anstie. 3169 9“ Strychnise, gr. iij. Alcoholis, 3j. Solve. Dose, from 6 to 34 drops in any mixture or drink. Majendie. 3170 9> I^iq- Strychnise, 3ss. Aquse Menth. pip. 5vj. Misce. — 3iss pro dosi. Stimulant to the Muscular System.—^Dv, GtJV. 2171 Strychnise, gr. ij. Ext. Valerianse, q. s. ut fiant massa in pilulas 33 divi* denda. One early in the morning for five days, then one morning and evening. In Amaurosis , — Fuenari. 2173 9> Strychnise, gr. j. Quin. Sulph. 3ss. Conf. Rosse Gallicse, 5j. Tere simul, ut bene commixta sint, et fiat massa in pil. xx divid. (One pill for a dose.) Stimulant to the Muscular System in Cases of Paralysis. Dr. Hooper. THE BOOK OF PBBSCBIPTIONS. 369 {JI 73 Str)’^chnijTe, gr. j. Pil. Rliei CO. 5j. Pil. Hydrarg. gr, vj. 01. Menth. pip. rt\iv. Misce bene, et div. in pil. xv. Sumat j bis’’in die. In 2)^$pe^tic, Neuralgic, and Hysterical Affections, Dr. Ryan. 2174 Strychnise, gr. ij. Ext. Hyoscyami, 5ss. Morph. Sulph. gr. iij. Capsid pulv. 5ss. Zinc. Sulph. gr. xv. M. fiat massa, in pilulas xxx dividenda ; capiat unam quaterve in die. In Facial Neuralgia, — Dr. H. Green. 2175 2176 9> Strychnise, gr. j. Sp. rectif. ^ss. Liqua, et adde Sp. iEtheris Nit. ^iss. Syr. Rhaeados, 5j- Aquae, 5v. Misce : fiat mistura. Dose, 5ss three times a day. Stimulant to the Muscular System in Paralysis, Dr. Hooper. $, Strychniae, gr. Quill. Sulph. gr. ij. Acid. Sulph. dil. -ntviij. Aquae, 5J. M. fiat haustus, ter die sura. In Atonic Paraplegia,-— ’Dr, H. JoNES. 2177 Strychniae, gr. Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. n\xv. Acid. Hydrochlor. n\ij. Aquae, M. f. haustus, ter die sum. In Atonic Paraplegia, — Dr. H. JoNES. 2178 Strychniae, gr. Ferri Sulph. gr. ij. Sp. iEtheris, iy^x. Aquae, 5ss. Ter die sum. (With 5j of 01. Morrhuae, ter die. For a child.) In Paraplegia following HipMJieria, — Dr. H. JONES. 2179 9> Strychniae, gr. j. Acidi Nitricidil. Jj. Aquae, 5xij. Misce. Sumat 5j ter in die. In Irritability of the Stomach, with Phosphatic Urine, Dr. G. Bird. 2180 9> Strychniae, gr. j. Aceti destil. 5j. Fiat Bolutio, cujus sumatur n\vj ex aquA, fontan^ bis quotidie. Tonic, — Dr. Paris, 24 370 THE BOOK OF PEE60BIPTI0NS. 2181 5L Strychni’se, gr. j. Aquse destil. 5u* Acidi Acetici, . Saccliari albi, 5ij. Misce. Suraat cochl. j minimum nocte maneque. ♦ Majbndie. 2182 9= I’erri et Ammon. Cit. gr. v. Potass. lodidi, gr. ij. Liq. Strydinise, vt\Y. Aquse, • Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Side Meadache, — Dr. P. W. Latham. 2183 9 Dq. Strychnise, yY[Y. Tinct. Digitalis, rt\x, Tinct. Ferri Perchlor. iyvx. Aquse vel Inf. Quassise, 3j* Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Cardiac Debility, — Dr. J. M. Fothbegill. Prescriptions for external use, containing Nux Vomica. 2184 9 Ext. Nucis Vom. gr. Tiij. Alcoholis, Liq. Ammonise fort, Misce : fiat lotio. Stimulating to Paralysed Limbs, — PadiuS. 2185 9 Tinct. Nucis Vom. 5j. Liq. Ammon, fort. 5ij. Misce : fiat linimentura. To be rubbed on Palsied Parts, or on the Abdomen in Asiatic Cholera, Majendie. 2186 9 Tinct. Nucis Vom. 5j. Aquse Colonise {Eau de Cologne), 3'ij* M. ut fiat embrocatio. A Friction in Local Paralysis, — Teotjsseatj and Reveil. 2187 9 Tinct. Nucis Vom. 3ss. Ess. Camphorse, Ess. Carui, ana 5ij. Aquse destil. 3vij. Misfe : fiat lotio stimulans. In SJcin Diseases , — Dr. NsLiGtAN. Prescriptions for external use, containing Strychnia. 2188 9 Strychnise, gr. xvj. Axungise, 3j* Tere bene siraul, ut fiat unguentum. As a Friction for Paralysed Parts, — Bouchaedat. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS, 371 2189 1 ^ Strychniee, gr. j. Aquse, 5ij. Fiat injectio. Inject subcutaneously one minim twice a day. In Angina Pectoris, Gastralgia, Spasmodic Asthma, Dr. F. E. Aitstie. 2190 Strycliniee, gr. xxiv. 01. Olivse, Misce, ut fiat collyrium. Twelve drops to be used 4 times a day. In Amaurosis , — CiTNiER. 2191 Strycbnioe, 5ss. 01. Olivee, 5iss. Misce. Twelve drops to be rubbed over the temples 3 or 4 times a day. In Cases of Amaurosis, dejpending on Paralysis of the Optic Nerve. Dr. Neligai^. *OLEA EMPYREUMATICA. Pmpyreumatic Oils. These are oily liquids, obtained by the destructive dis- tillation of various substances. Those obtained from vege- table 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 Hyoscyamus are narcotic in their action. The Oleum Cornu Cervi, or DippePs animal oil, is ot)tained by the distillation of hartshorn shavings. It is produced along with ammonia, from which it is separated by recti- fication, 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 5 to 10 drops. 2192 01. Cornu Cervi, 5j. Sp. Altheris, 5xv. Misce. Fifteen to thirty drops for a dose. As a Stimulant and Antispasmodic.— 'Q e'RK'L. 2193 9. 01. Dippelii, 5j. 01. Amygdalae, 5vj. Saponis Terebinthinae, 5iv. Misce ; fiat linimentum. As an exciting application, and for rulbing on the Abdomen in cases of Worms. Sundelin. 372 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3194 9 , '01. Dippelii, t^xx. ’ Assafoetidse, 5j. Castorei, 3j. Tiiict. Myrrhae, q.s. Fiat massa in pil. granorum iv distribwenda. Antis]pasmodio, — T. H. Lyon, For various oils, see Moeehr.® Oleum, Eicini Oleum, Teeebinthinje Oleum, Ceotonis Oleum, &c. OLIViE OLEUM. Olive Oil. \ This oil is expressed from the fruits of the Olea 'Euro'pma, or common Olive-tree (Nat. Ord. Oleacece), extensively cul- tivated 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. 'Externally^ it is largely used in preparations of liniments, ointments, and plasters. With the alkalies Olive Oil forms hard and soft soap. Dose of Oleum Olivse, as a cathartic, about 1 ounce. * Enema OLei Olivce is laxative and anthelmintic. 2195 01. Olivse, Mannae, 3iss. Mucilaginis, Misce. Dose, three tablespoonfuls. As a Laxative. 2196 01. Olivse, Sviij. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5ij. Misce. Three spoonfuls night and morning. Anthelmintic. — Dr. Ellis. 2197 9 . 01. Olivse, vel 01. Coc. Palmat. (Cocoa-nut Oil), 5iv. Cerse albse, 3iiss. Cetacei, 3ss. Leni calore liqua, et ubi refrixerit, sumatur uncia, et cum Hydrarg. Subchlorid. 5ss diligenter tere. Fiat unguentum. Eor Ringworm of the Scalp, — Mr. C. HoGG, THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 373 ^OLIBANUM. This fragrant gum-resin is chiefly the produce of an Indian tree, Boswellia thurifera (Nat. Ord. TerehintJiacece). 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. It is now chiefly used in fumigation. 2198 Olibani, Oj. Pulv. Cort. Aurant. gr. iv. Syr. Tolutani, q. s. ut fiat bolus. Sumatur vespere, et sequente mane haustus sequens. Tiuct. Benzoin, co. -rr|_xl. Syr. Tolutani, 5j. Decocti CinohonEe, ^iss. Misce. In Fluor Alhus, — Dr. E. Claek. 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, Fapaver somniferum (Nat. Ord. Pap aver acece). There are many kinds of Opium in commerce. The Turkey or Smyrna Opium, which occurs in small irregular masses, covered out- side 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 is anodyne, soporific, sudorific, antispasmodic, a vascular and nervine stimulant, and a narcotic. It checks all the secretions, except those of the skin, mamma, and testicle. Given in small doses, it produces, at first, some mental exaltation, quickening of the pulse, and heat of the skin. These effects are quickly followed by a feeling of drowsiness, and lastly sound sleep, with more or less perspi- ration. On awakening there is generally headache, nausea, furred tongue, inappetency, thirst, tendency to constipation. In an over-large dose it is a dangerous narcotic poison, causing deep sleep ; then stupor or coma, gradual slowness of breathing, feeble pulse, cold perspirations, contracted pupils, and death. 374 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. It is given in inflammations, unaccompanied with dyspnoea, especially of an asthenic type ; in fevers, — typhoid, typhus, intermittent, and hay-fever, and smallpox; in nervous disorders, — insanity, delirium tremens, epilepsy, tetanus, sciatica, and other neuralgic affections; in pulmonary and chest affections, — pneumonia, advanced phthisis, asthma, bronchitic and other coughs, pleurodynia, acute pleurisy; in diseases of the abdominal viscera, — peritonitis, dropsy, gastric ulcer, colic and spasmodic affections, nervous and sympathetic vomiting, cholera, hepatitis, obstinate consti- pation; in mucous discharges, — coryza, influenza, gastric catarrh, diarrhoea, dysentery, gonorrhoea, leucorrhoea; in urinary affections, — inflammation and irritable states of the kidney, cystitis, painful and irritable states of the bladder, spasmodic stricture, acute orchitis ; in calculous disorders, — arising in the kidney, urinary bladder, gall bladder, intestines ; in uterine affections, &c., — amenorrhoea, dysmenorrhoea, neu- ralgia, threatened abortion, hsemorrhage, placenta prsevia, puerperal convulsions in asthenic patients, puerperal fever, phlegmasia dolens; iu internal haemorrhages; in ear, eye, and throat affections ; in surgical cases, — mortification, car- buncle, chronic ulceration, strangulated hernia ; in cancer ; in syphilis ; in gout ; in rheumatism ; in diabetes. Externally, opium, in the form of fomentation, lotion, suppository or enema, is employed to allay pain. Its alka- loid, Morphia, is very generally used in the form of sub- cutaneous injection. The administration of opium is contra-indicated in acute inflammations of the sthenic type, occurring in plethoric subjects; in fevers and other affections with contraction of the pupil; in cerebral affections with suspected vascular congestion ; in pulmonary disorders with hard dry cough and scanty expectoration; in affections of the pulmonary mucous membrane with excessive secretion; in states of the body with suspected venous congestion; in affections with high-coloured and scanty urine; in pregnancy; in heart disease. Antidotes. — 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 may be fBtE BOOK OP PKPSCBtPTiOKS. 375 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 principally owing to one of these, the alkaloid Morphia, Morphia is extracted from Opium, and used separately, in combination with various acids, with which it forms salts soluble in water and spirit. It resem- bles opium in its action, but is rather less stimulating. It may be used in the same cases. The other chemical principles in Opium are : — Codeia, similar to Morphia ; Narcotina, has no narcotic infiuence ; Papaverin; Para morphia (Thebaica); JS^arcein; Meconin; Meconic Acid is itself inert, but combined with Morphia forms virgin Opium ; Opianine, or Opianic Acid ; Cryptopia ; Apomorphia, a speedy emetic, dose grain. The doses of the various preparations of Opium, with their proportions, are as follow : Those enumerated first are for internal use. Tulvis Opii, I to 3 grains. Confectio Opii, 5 to 20 grains (Opium, 1 in 40). Extractum Opii, ^ to 2 grains. Extractum Opii Liquidum, 10 to 40 minims (1 gr. in 22 minima), Pilula Saponis eomp., 3 to 5 grains (1 in 6). Pulvis Opii comp., 2 to 5 grains (1 in 10). Tinctura Opii (Laudanum), 5 to 40 minims (1 gr. in 14f minims). Tinctura Opii Ammoniaia, ^ to 1 drachm (1 gr. in 96 minims). Trochisci Opii, 1 or 2 lozenges (each lozenge contains gr. Ext. Opii). Vinum Opii, 10 to 40 minims (1 oz. of Extract in 20 oz.). Pilula IpecacuanluE c. Scilld, 5 to 10 grains (1 in 23). Pilula Plumhi c. Opio, 3 to 5 grains (1 in 8). Pulvis Cretce Aromaticus c. Opio, 10 to 60 grains (1 in 40). Pulvis IpecacuanhcR comp. (Dover’s Powder), 5 to 15 grains (1 in 10). Pulvis Kino comp., 5 to 20 grains (1 in 20) Tinctura Camphorcc comp. (Paregoric), 15 to 60 minims (gr. | in a drachm). *Acctum Opii, 6 to 30 minims (Opium, 6 grs. to 1 drachm). * Liquor Sedativus (Battley), 10 to 20 minims (60 per cent, stronger than Tinct. Opii). ^Sydenham's Laudanum, 10 to 20 minims (1 gr. in 8 minims). *BlacJc Drop, 4 to 8 minims (1 drop equals 4 drops Tinct. Opii). *Jeremie's Laudanum, 10 to 20 minims (as Battley ’s). *Nepenthe, 6 to 40 minims (as Tinct. Opii). * Tinctura Thehaicce, 6 to 10 minims. *Syrupus Codeia;, 1 to 2 draclims. *Syrupus Opii (I’r. Ph.), 1 to 4 drachms. S76 THE BOOK OP PEESCRIPTIONS. For external use. Emplastrum Opii (1 in 10). Enema Opii. lAnimentum Oplo (1 in 2). Suppositorium Flumhi comp. (1 gr. in each). TJnguenturn Gallce c. Opio (1 in 14§). *Aqua Opii (1 in 19). * JJnguentum Opii (1 in 10). The preparations and doses of Morphia are as follow : *Morphia^ seldom given alone, gr. | to Morphies Acetas . — Acetate of Morphia is the acetate of an alkaloid prepared from Opium. It is similar to Opium, but more sedative and less stimulating. Dose of Morphioe Acetas ^ ^ to ^ a grain. Liquor Morphice Acetatis^ 10 to 60 minims. Injectio Morphice Acetatis Hypodermica, 1 to 6 minims for sub- cutaneous application. *Injectio Morphice et Atropice Eypodermicay 8 minims for an injection, equal gr. ^ of Acetate of Morphia, gr. of Sulphate of Atropia. ''^Solution of Acetate of Morphia, 3 minims for an injection equal gr. i of the Acetate. Morphice Mydrochloras . — Hydrochlorate of Morphia is similar to Opium ; it is, however, a more pleasant prepara- tion, as it does not cause so much headache and nausea, and is less constipating. Antidote , — Strychnia grain as an antidote to ^ grain of Morphia. Dose of Morphice Bydrocliloras, | to grain. Liquor Morphice Bydrochloraiis, 10 to 60 minims. Trochisci , 1 or 2 lozenges occasionally for cough. Trochisci et Jpecacuaidice, 1 or 2 occasionally. Suppositorium Morphice and Suppositoria Morphice c. Sapone, each contains gr. ^ of the Hydrochlorate. ^Syrupus Morphice (consists of Liq. Morphise Hydrochlor. 1 oz. ; Syr. .Simplicis, 17 oz. Each fluid ounce contains gr. J of the salt). Dose, 1 to 2 drachms. ^Morphice Sulphas, gr. f to “^Lianor Moiphice Sulphatis (each fluid drachm contains gr. J "of the salt). ^Solutio Morphice Bimeconatis (Squire), 5 to 30 minims. THE BOOK OP PBESCKIPTIOHS. 377 Prescriptions containing Opium, for internal use. 2199 Pulv. Opii, gr. x. Ext. Glcyrrliizse, 5j. Misce, et divide in pil. 80. Sumat imam pro re nat4. Diaphoretic and Dxpectorant. — Wuetembueg Phaem. 2200 9> Pulv. Opii, gr. j. Ext. Eel. Bovini, gr. v — viij. Misce, et divide in pil. ij. As a non- constipating Opiate, — Dr. Bethune. 2201 Eulv. Opii, gr. Hydr. Subchlor. gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis, ter in die sumendus. In Heurisy, with large effusion. — Dr. Bubd. 2202 9* Opii Pulv. gr. ij. Antim. Tart. gr. j. Tlieriacee, q. s. ut fiant pil. iv. Sumat j bis quotidie. In Rheumatism,— J)v. JoY. 2203 9> Pulv. Opii, gr.j. Camphorse, gr. v. Eiatjpilula. To be taken at night. In Chordee,—'Kv, Eeichsen. 2204 9^ Opii Pulv. gr. j. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. iv. i Pulv. Antim. gr. viij. Syrupi, q. s. Misce, et divide in pil. iv. Sumat j sextis horis. With effervescing draughts at the commencement of Fevers. Dr. Geegoey. 2205 9> P‘ilv. Ipecac, gr. iij. Pulv. Opii, gr. j. Potass. Nitratis, gr. x. Tere probe simul, ut fiat pulvis hor^ decubitus sumendus. Diaphoretic, — Dr. Paeis. 229G 9> Pulv. Opii, gr. iv. Potass. Nitrat. , Sacchari lactis, ana ^iss. Misce, et divide in pulveres vj. Antispasmodic, — PncEBUS. 2207 9> Ptilv. Ipecac, gr. iv. Sodee Garb. 3ij. Pulv. Opii, gr. ij. . Misce, et divide in pulv. iv. Sumat j sextis horis. In Spasmodic Asthma^ and Fertussis of Adults,— Dv, Joy. 378 . THE BOOK OE PKESCRIPTIOKS. 3208 Pulv. Opii, gr. iv. Ext. Hyoscyami, Ext. Conii, ana gr. xv. Misce, et divide in pil. x, quarum j nocte sumat. Anodyne, — Dr. Ellis. 2209 9> Pulv. Opii, gr. iiss. Mosclii, gr. vj. Campliorse, gr. vj. Misce ; fiat pulvis, in aliquot syrupi sumendus. In Tetanus. — Dr. W. Ainslie. 2210 Mv. Opii, gr. ij. Mosclii, gr. V. Magnesise, gr. iv. Saccliari lactis, gr. x. Misce. To be taken every two to four hours. In Delirium Tremens. — Vogt. 2211 Pulv. Opii, gr. x. Camphorse, 9ij. Ammon. Garb. 3iv. Amyli, gr. xv. Misce, et div. in pulv. viij. Sumat j omni lior^ vel biliorio. Antis'pasmodio.. — Swediaue. 2313 5® Ext. Opii, gr. x. Antim. Sulphurati, gr. xij. Potass. Nitrat. gr. xxiv. Syrupi, q. s. Misce, et fiant pil. vj, quar. j nocte sura. To cause Perspiration, and to ease pain in Dheumatism, Recamiee. 2213 Pulv. Opii, gr. iv. Calomel, gr. vj. ' Antim. Tart. gr. j. Ext. Conii, 9j. Misce fiant pil. viij, quarum sumat ij hor^ somui. In Dheumatic Pains. — Mr. Beawee. 2214 5® Pulv. Opii, gr. X. Sacchari, 5j. Aquae Cinnam. 5vj. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat coclil. j magnum secundis horis. In Tetanus and Colica Pictonum . — Dr. Ellis. 2215 Ext. Opii, gr. iij. Camphorae, gr. vj. Syrupi, q. s. Misce, et divide in pil. vj. (1 to 3 a day.) Anodyne and Antispasmodic.^VoY. a?HE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIOirS. 379 2316 2217 2218 9> Ext. Opii, gr. j. Plumb i Acet. gr. iv. Pulv. Hyoscyami, gr. viij. Misce : fiant pil. yiij. Sum, j nocte maneque. In Epilepsy , — Recamiee. 5> Ext. Opii, gr. xij. Ext. Valerianae, Moschi, ana gr. xxiv. Misce : fiant pil. xvj. (First 1, then 2, then 3 a day.) In Hysteria, — FoY. Ext. Opii, gr. j. Zinci Sulph. gr. iv. Syr. Acaciae, q. s. ut fiant pil. iv. Sumat. ij in die. In 'painfid Mucous Discharges from Urethra or Vagina. Foy. 2219 5 , Ext. Opii, gr. Ixxij. Argenti Nitrat. gr. vj. Moschi, gr. xlviij. Camphorse, gr. xcvj. Misce: fiant pil. xcvj. One morning and evening, gradually increasing the dose. In Dgile^sy and Paralysis . — Foy. 2220 2221 9> Liq. Opii Battleii, nxxij. Aqme Cinnam. ^iss. Misce: fiat haustus, nocte sum. In Fevers, ^c , — Dr. Thomas. 9> Liq. Opii Sedativi, n\xx. Syr. Rhaeados, 5ij. Aquae Camphorae, Misce : fiat haustus. In Fehrile and Inflammatory Affections . — Dr. NeliOAK. 2223 9 , Tinct Opii, rqxxx. Liq. Ammon. Acet. Aquae Cinnam. Syr. Zingih. ana 5ss. Misce : fiat haustus. To be taken at bedtime, or on the return of pain. Dr. Hoopee. 2223 9 Tinct. Opii, rqxxv. Sp. iEtheris, nqxxx. Syr. Tolu. 5iss. Aquae Camphorae, 5j- Misce : fiat haustus anodynus. Dr. Joy. 2224 9 Tinct. Opii, 5j. Tartari Emetici, gr. iv. Aquae Camphorae, 5viij. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat 5ss sccundfl, qudque hord. In Typhus Fever, — Dr. Geaves. 380 3235. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 9> Antim. Tart. gr. j. Gum, Tragacanthse, 3j. Aquae, ^vij. Tinct. (Jpii, t^xx. Syr. Papaveris, 5 vij. Misce: fiat mistura febrifuga. (Dosis, 5J-) M. Peysson. 2226 5“ Potass. Carb. 3j. Aquae Mentbae viridis, Tinct. Opii, ir^xxv. Syr. Tolu. 5 j. Misce : &at haustus, bor^ somni sum., cum cocb. j magno Succi Limonis. Soporific and Refrigerant , — Dr. Hooper. 2237 Pulv. Cretae Aromat. 3j. Conf. Opii, 3ss. Mist. Cretae, 5 x. Sp. Amm. Aitm. rt\x. Syr. Zingib. 5 j. Misce : fiat baustus. In Diarrhoea, 2228 Potass. Bicarb. 5 j. Acidi Hydrocyan. dii. Tinct. Opii, 5 ]. Aquae Campborae, Aquae, ana ^iv. Misce ; capiat sextam partem ter die. In Dyspepsia with Irritable Stomach, — Dr. G. Lyon. 2229 2230 5 . Liq. Omi sedativi, 5j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 3ij. Liq. Ammon. Acet. ^iss. Syr. Tolu. 313 . Aquae Campborae, Misce. Capiat sextam partem bis terve in die. In Severe Coughs , — Mr. Morgan. 9 , Vini Opii, n\x. Aquae Cinnam. 3j. Aquae Melissae, 5 ij. Tinct. Castoris, -n\xx. Syr. Opii, ^ss. Misce. Sumat cocbl. j mag. pro dosi. In Uterine Colic , — Augustin. 2231 9> Tinct. Opii, 3 j. Acidi Sulpb. dil. 3 j. Mellis, 3 iss. Misce : fiat linctus cujus sumat cocbl. j parvulum quum tussis ui’get. In the Cough of Rhthisis,^Dv, Theophilus Thompson. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 381 Prescriptions containing Morphia, &c., for internal use. 3232 3233 2384 Morphiee, gr. j. Conf. Ros 8 b, q. g. ut fiat massa in pil. vj div. Majendie. 9 , Morphise, Acet. gr. j. Conf. Bosse, gr. xvj. Misce, et div. in pil. Tiij. Miaihb. 5^ Morphise Acet. gr. ss. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iij. Misce : fiat pil. sextis horis repetendus. In Mucous JEnteritis, — Dr. GeeOOET. 2235 Morphise Sulph. gr. ij. Potass. Cyanidi, gr. iv. Mucilag. q. s. ut fiant pil. xxiv. Sumat j sextis horis. In Neuralgia . — Kougibe. 2236 9> Morphise Hydrochlor. gr. |. Pil. Hydrarg. Ext. Lupuli, ana gr. ij. Misce : fiat pilula, hor£ sora. sum. In Inflammatory Fever. — Dr. Thomas. 2237 2238 3239 2240 9> Morphise Sulph. gr. j. Pulv. Ipecacuanhse, gr. iij. 01. Amygdalse, r»\ xij. Ext. Aconiti, gr. ij. , Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, Mellis, ana quant, suff. Misce : fiant. pil. vj. Sumat j tertiis vel quartis horis. Beeea. 9 . Morphise Acet. gr. xvj. Aquse destil. 5j« Acidi Acetici, rqiij. Sp. Vini, 5iss. Misce. In doses of from 6 to SO drops. Anodyne.^Dv. Coplaijd. 9 Morphise, gr. Syr. Papaveris, 5j. Aquse destil. 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, nocte sumendus. 9 Morphise Acet.'gr. J. Aceti destil. rqij. Aquse flor. Aurant. 5ij. Aquse destil. 5j. Syr. Aurant. 533 . Misce ; fiat haustus pacificus, Beeea. Dr. Paeis. 382 THE BOOK OP PEBSCRiPTIONS. 2341 3343 5- Morphise Acet. gr. j— ij. Inf. Gentianse co. ^vss. Syr. Aurant. §ss. Solve, et misce. Sumat quartam partfim ter die. In Chorea of Adults, — Dr. Thomas. Solut. Morphise Acetatis, n\xx. Lactucarii, gr. x. Inf. Anthemidis, 5v. Syr. Althsese, ^ss. Misce. Dose, a tablespoonful. Beeal. 2243 Morphise Hyprochlor. gr. j. Acidi Hydrochlor. dil. iyi_v. Acidi Hydrochyan. dil. 5ss. Aquse, 5j. Syr. Scillse, 5j- Misce. Sumat 5 j quam tussis urget. In the Cough of Phthisis . — Dr. TheOPHILIJS THOMPSON. 2244 Liq. Morph. Acet. Try— ij. Aquse §j. Misce : fiat haustus mane sum. (To be succeeded by the following.) 2345 5® Magnes. Sulph. 5j. Inf. Rosse, 5iss. Acidi Hydrochyan. Tty. Syr. Toiut. 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, prime mane sum. . In Scemojptysis . — Sir C. Soudamoee. 2246 Morphia Acet. gr. j. Potass. Bromid. 5iss. Aquse ^iv. Misce. A teaspoonful every 3 hours, unless unusual drowsiness supervene. In Hooping Cough. — Dr. J. K. Spendee. 2347 Codeinse, gr. iss. Aquse Laurocerasi, 5iiss. Aquse flor. Tilise (Common Lime Tree), 5bj* Syrupi, ^j. Misce. Sumat cochl. j magnum omni semi-horft. Por Pain and Sleeplessness . — Teousseau and Re VEIL. Prescriptions containing Paregoric and other preparations, not generally named after Opium. 2248 5^ Tinct. Opii Camphoratse, ^ss. Tartar! Emetici, gr. j. Potass. Nitrat. 5ij. Mist. Amygdalar. 3 xij. Misce : fiat mist, pectoralis, cujus sum. cochl. j am plum omni hord, vel urgente tussi. In Bronchitis. — Dr. Geayes. THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 383 2249 2250 Tinct. CamphoTse co. vt\xx. Vini IpecacuanhiB, n\x. Vini Antim. t»\xxx. Mucil. Acacise, 3 vij. Misce. Sumat 5ij quarta qu^que liorS,. In severe Coughs of Children of four years of age. Dr. West. Tinct. Camphora co. 5j- Vini Antim. 3ss. Pulv. Acaciae, Ext. Glycyrrhizse, ana Aqnai, |vj. Misce bene. A tablespoonful every 3 or 4 hours. In Catarrh, — Dr. DeweeS (U.S.). 2251 Syr. simp. ^ij. Vini Antim. Tinct. Camph. co. ana 5j. Tinct. Tolu. Tr(_xij. Misce. Sumat coclil. j minimum ex decoct, hordei ter quaterve in die quum tussis urget. For Children, — Mr. Savoet. 2252 5“ Tinct. Camph. co. Tinct. Bellad. 5j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, Jij. Sp. Lavand co. 3j- Misce. Ten minims on sugar every hour until cough relieved. In Fhthisis . — * 2253 p. Pil. Saponis c. Opio, gr. xx. Pulv. Camp. 5ss. Mucilag. q. s. Misce ; div. in pil. xij. Capiat unam sextd qu&que hor^. In Irritation of the NecJc of the Bladder, — Dr. Nelioan. 2254 Pil- Styracis co. Pulv. Cretse Aromaticse, ana ^ss.'’ Misce, ut fiant pilulse duodecim. Sumat ij omni nocte. In Diarrhoea, Enemata, Injections, Suppositories, &c. 2255 9> Tinct. Opii, rqv — vj. Inf. Valerianae, ^iij- Misce : fiat enema. For Spasms in Children, — Swediaue. 2256 9> Tinct. Opii, 5j. Inf. Valerian®, 5x. Mucil. Acacice, 3j- Misce ; sit enema. Antispasmodic, — Dr. Copland. 384 THE BOOK OP PBESCBIPTIONS. 2267 Amyli, 5j. Aquae calidae, Oj. Morphiae Acei, gr. j. Misce : fiat enema. In Chronic Diarrhoea , — Cadet, 3258 Mist. Acaciae, 5iij* 01. Olivae, 5j. Misce, et adde Vini Opii, n\xxx. Fiat enema. In Ardor JJrinoe, — Dr. Thomas. 2369 9> I^iQ- Opii sedat. n\xxx. Inf. Valerianae, §j. Mucil. Acaciae, fss. Misce : fiat enema. To allay pain in Cancer of the Womb , — Dr. ASHWELL. 2260 9= Ext. Opii, gr. ij. Aquae ferveutis, ^viij. Solve, cola per chartam. Turn adde Hydrarg. Subchlor. 5j. Mucil. Acaciae, 5j. Misce ; fiat injectio, bis in die utend. Mr. COTTLSOK. 3261 9> Eulr. Opii, gr. iss. Ext. Ilyoscyami, gr. v. Saponis Hispan. q. s. ut fiat snppositorium. Anodyne in painful Affections of the Bowels, 2262 B Ext. Opii, gr. j. Camphorae, gr. x. Fiat suppositorium. To be applied at bedtime. In Chordee , — Kicobd. 2363 9 , Opii gr. xij. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. xij. Aquae, 5ix. Misce: fiat injectio. In Gonorrhoea , — Girtennee. 2264 9> P.Opii, gr.iij. Decoct. Lini sem. 5vj. M. fiat injectio. In painful Affections of the Urethra, Trousseau and Eeveid. 2266 9> Morphiae, gr. ij. Vitelli ovi unius. 01. Anthemidis, 01. Papaveris, ana 5j. Misce : fiat injectio. To ease pain in Barache, acute Gonorrhoea, and Koemorrhoids, Brera. I'HE BOOK OF PBESCKIPTIONS. 38o ^266 9 > Opii pulv. 5 iss. Pulv. Lini sem. ^ss. Aquae, Oiss. Decoque ad octarium; dein cola. Fiat lotio, qua jam calida utatur. As an Application to bruised and painful parts. 2267 9. Ext. Opii, 5 ij. Aquae ferveiitis, Oj. Solve et cola. As a Fomentation in Fruriginous Affections . — Radius. 2268 9 Decoct. Lini sem. ^iv. Croci stigmat. 5 j. Vini Opii, 5 j. Macera Crocum in decocto, cola, et adde Vinum Opii. Fiat colly rium. In Ophthalmia. — For. 2269 9 Diq. Plumbi Subacet. 5 ss. Vini Opii, 5 j. Aquae Rosae, 3 viij. Misce: fiat colly rium. In Ophthalmia. — Dr. Hooper. 2270 9 Ein. Saponis co. 3j. \ Liq. Amraoniae, 5 iij. 01 . Caryophylli, 5 j. Tinct. Opii, 3SS. Misce : fiat linimentum anodynum. Dr. Copland. 2271 9 Dl- Amygdalae, 3ij. C amphorae, 3 j. Tinct. Opii, 33s. Misce : fiat linimentum anodynum. Mr. Savory. 2272 9 iEtheris, 3 iiss. Tinct. Camphorae, 3iiss. Tinct. Opii, ^ss. Misce : fiat embrocatio. In Flatulent Colic . — Dr. Ainslie. 2273 9 Tinct. Opii, 3 ij. Liq. Amnioniae, 3J. Tinct. Gantliaridis, 3 iij. Liu. Saponis, 5x. Misce : fiat linimentum. In Lumbago . — Dr. H. W. Fuller. 2274 9 Lin. Saponis CO. 3iss. Liq. Ammoniac, Tinct. Gantliaridis, Tinct. Opii, ana 3j. Misce: fiat linimentum. In Colicy and other local pains . — Dr. Joy. 2275 9 Tinct. Opii, Sp. Ammon. Aromat. Lin. Saponis co. ana 3ij. Misce : fiat embrocatio. To be rubbed on the back and sides. In Influenza . — Mr. Evan. 25 386 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTIOPfS. 2276 Tinct. Opii, 3 ij. * Tinct. Cantliaridis, 3 ij. Lin. Caraphorse co. 3 j. Misce: fiat linimentum. To be rubbed on tlie cbest. In Hooping -cough, — Dr. West. 2277 Tinct. Opii, f 3j. Sp. Camphorse, Liq. Ammonise, ana ^ss. Misce : fiat einbrocatio, supra ventriculi regionem ssepe infricanda. In mild Choleta , — Dr. Thomas, 2278 ^ Syr. Opii, 3 j. Axungise, ^iij. Ess. Rosse, nxiv. Misce : fiat unguentum. To Chapped Lips, — PiEEQUlH. 2279 5 ss. Ext. Conii. 5 j. Ung. Resinse, ^ss. Misce : fiat unguentum. To Gangrenous Ulcers , — CabuS. 2280 Opii pulv. 5 j. Carapljorse, gr. xv. Adipis prsep. 3 ss. Misce : fiat unguentum. To be rubbed on the parts affected with spasm. In Tetanus , — Dr. Thomas. 2281 Ung. Hydrarg. fort. 5 iij. Ung. Opii, 3 j. Misce : fiat unguentum, bis terve die utendum. To Ulcers of the Sphincter Ani, — Mr. J. Hiltoit. 2282 9= Opii Pulv. 9 ij. CampliorEe, 3 ss. Picis Burgund. Empl. Plumbi, ana q. s. ut fiat emplastmm. Tor Uheumatic and Neuralgic Pains of the Chesty PacTc^ and Loins, Dr. Gbayes. 2283 9> Cataplas. simp. ^v. Liq. Opii Sydenhami, 3 ss. Super cataplasma infunde laudanum, et calidum ad part, dolentem opplicetur. In ColicJcy Pains of the Belly , — Tbousseau and EeveiL. 2284 9> Morphise Sulph. gr. vj. Boracis, 3 SS. Aquae Rcsae, ^iij. Misce; fiat lotio. As an Application in Pruritus VuIvcBj washing first with tepid soap and icater, Meigs THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. 387 2285 9 , Morphiae, gr. iij. 01. Amygdalae, 3 j. Misce : fiat unguentum. To he ruhhed near the Eye in jpainful Affections of that organ* POLI. 2286 9 Morphiae Acet. gr. iv. Ung. Hydrarg. 5 ij. Adipis, 51 J. Misce : fiat unguentum. A piece of the size of a pea to be rubbed on the pubes. In Cancer of the Uterus * — VON Hildenbeand. 2287 9 Morphiae, gr. j. Aquae, 3 j. Fiat injcctio. To be injected into the bladder twice a day in severe cases. In Acute Cystitis in Women* — Dr. J. B. HiCXS. 2288 9 Dq. Morphiae Acet. 5 j. Acid. Hydrocyan. dil. 5 j. Aquae, 5vj. Fiat loiio. One tablespoonful to be used undiluted two or three times a day. In Irritable Uterus* — Dr. Tylee Smith. 2289 9 Morphiae Acet. gr. iij. Liq. Atropiae, r>\iv. Aquae, ad §j. Fiat injectio. Inject five minims. In Dysmenorrhcea * — Dr, Lombe At, thill, 2290 9 Morphiae, gr. ij. Argent. Nitratis, gr. v. Aquae, 5 j. Fiat injectio. To be injected into the bladder once a week. In Chronic Cystitis in Women* — Dr. J. B. Hicks, Oechis. JSee Salepa. ^OBIGAHUM. Marjoram* The Origanum vulgare (Nat, Ord. Lahiatce) 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 oil is the best vehicle for administering Carbolic Acid internally. Dose of Oleum Origani, 5 to 10 minims. Infusum — — , 1 to I 5 ounce. 388 TiiEl BOOit OF PRfiSCBiPTIOKS. 9> Glycerini Acidi Carbolici, n\v. 01. Origani, n\j. Mist. Amygdalae, 5iv. Misce. To be given three times a day. In Foetid Diarr7ioea ,‘ — ^ OS USTUM. Bone Ash. The residue of bones burnt in the air to a white ash are contained in the preparations Calcis Phosphas and Sodie Phosphas. OVUM. Fgg. The egg, which is so well known as an article of food, is produced by the hen of the domestic fowl, Gallus BancMva. 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 ow), 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 hjemorrhoids. 2293 Vitelli imius. Aquse, Oij. Misce, utfiat emulsio. Dein adde Salis communis, 3ss. Solve, sit pro potu. In the Mesenteric Atrophy of Children . — Hufeland. 3293 ^ Ovi Vitelli, 3ss. Cetacei, 3ij. Syr. Althsese, 333 . Aquee Cinnamomi, 3iss. Aquse destil. 3iv. Misce. Sumat cochl. j amplum frequenter. As a Demulcent in Coughs. — Dr. Geegoey. 2294 1^ Vitelli Ovi unius. 01. Lini, 3ij. Misce bene, ut fiat linimentum. (The white of egg is used to make a liniment in the same manner.) As an ap]plication to Burns . — Radius. THE BOOK OF PPwESCRIPTIONS, 389 OxYMEL. See Mel. OXYMEL SCILLJ3. See SCIXLA, PANCREATINE. Pancreatine is prepared from the fresh pancreas of the pig. The pancreas with lard is bruised in a mortar, and water added. The mass is then strained through muslin, forming the Crude Emulsion. The Emulsion is treated with Ether, and allowed to stand until two strata are formed. The upper is an ethereal solution of pancreatized fat. This is filtered and the Ether recovered by distillation. The result is Pancreatized Fat. Purified Pancreatic Emulsion consists of Pancreatized Fat, Rectified Spirit, Distilled Water and Oil of Cloves. The property of Pancreatine is to assist in assimilating the fatty ingredients of food, and thus to relieve the Pan- creas of some part of its function. It is analogous in action to Pepsine in the stomach, pepsine aiding the gastric juice in digesting albuminoid substances. The Purified Emulsion is recommended as a valuable remedy in pulmonary phthisis. Dose, 1 to 4 drachms, in milk or water. ' PAPAVER. 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 fomenta- tion to painful bruises and swellings. Besides the narcotic principle, it contains much mucilage, and some oil, derived from the seeds. Dose of Extractum Papaveris, 2 to 5 grains. Syrvpns pctpnveris, 1 draclim. JJecQctim Pa^m'eris is for external use. 390 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3295 5 ;, Syr. Papaveris, Succi Limon. ana ^ss. Conf. Rosje, Misce ; fiat linctus, cujus sumat coclil. j parvulum pro re nata. In ^Phthisical Cough.^Tiv. Theophilus Thompson. 2296 9 , Syr. Papaveris, 5 vj. • Oxymel. Scillse, 3 iij. Decoct. Hordei, Misce. Cap. cochl. ij magna ter die. In Simple Catarrh* — Dr. W. Ainslie. 2297 Syr. Papaveris, 3ij* Mucil. Acaciae, 3 iss. Conf. Rosae, 3 j. Acidi Sulph. dil. 5 ij. Misce : fiat linctus. Dosis, coclil. minimum subinde. In Coughs, —Dr. Copland. 2298 Mucil. Tragacanthae, 3iiss. Oxmel. Scillae, 3 ss. Syr. Papaveris, 3j- Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat coclil. amplum saepius urgent! tusse gradatira deglutiendum. Sprague. 2299 2800 5 = Aquae Campliorae, ^ix. Potass. Nitrat. gr. vj. Sp. .^theris co. 5 j. Tinct. Opii, nqx — xij. Syr. Pepaveris, 5 ij. Misce : fiat liaustus anodynus, Iiora decubitus sumendus. Dr. Copland. Mucilag. 3v. Decoct. Papaveris, Oj. Alburainis Ovi, 5 j. Misce : fiat injectio. In Acute Gonorrhoea , — Gassicourt. PAREIRA. The dried root of Cissampelos Pareira (Nat. Ord. Meni- spermacece) has a slightly bitter taste. It is demulcent, tonic, aperient, and diuretic. It is specially given to allay irritation and diminish mucous discharge from the bladder ; it is also prescribed in chronic pyelitis, gonorrhoea and leu- corrhoea. Dose or Extractum EareircBy 10 to 20 grains. Extractum Pareiree liquidim, | to 2 dracbms, PecocUmi Pardrce, 1 to 2 oupces, THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIOKS, 391 2301 5 , Decoct. Pareirse, 3 viij. Acidi 'Nitrici dil. Misce : fiat inistura, cujus sumat coclil. iij ampla ter quaterve iu die, In Phosphatic Urine. — Dr. JoY. 2302 Decoct. Pareirse, 5'iij. Acidi Nitrici dil. iy^xI. Tinct. Hyoscyamij 5 ij. Misce. — Siss for a dose. In Chronic Inflammation of the Bladdery loith Bhosphatio Urine. Dr. Hoopeb, 2303 9= Acidi Benzoici, gr. ix. Decoct. Pareirse, 5 iss. Acet. Morpliise, gr. | — |. Misce : fiat haustus. ' In Mucous Urine . — Dr. G. Bird. *PARIETARIA. Wall Pellifcory, Barietaria of^cinalis (Nafc. Ord. Ulmacece)y is a valuable diuretic and litliontriptic. It is given specially in dropsies. Dose of the preserved Juice, 4 drachms; Extrac- turn Parietarise, 10 grains. PE PS IN A. B^psine. 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 giv^en in diabetes. Pepsine is a pre- paration of the mucous lining of the fresh stomach of the pig, sheep, or calf. It is employed to aid digestion, and is given in debilitated states of the system, ansemia, chlorosis, Ac. It is best administered either in soup, or in the form of pill with glycerine, taken immediately after food. 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, Bulvis Bepsince et Amyliy is given (either neutr.al, or with 3 drops of lactic acid to a dose) in doses of 15 to 20 grains. Dose of Pepsina, 2 to 5 grains. *Vimim PepsincB, 1 to 2 drachms. *Pepsina Porci (Dr. Beale’s), 2 to 4 grains. * (Squire), 2 to 5 grains. * (Bullock and Co.), 2 grains, 392 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 2304- Pulv. Pepsi^jse Amyli, gr. xv. Morph. Hydrochlnr. gr. i. M. In Indigestion, with Painful and Sensitive Stomach. COEYISART. 2305 5> Pulv. Pepsinae et Amyli, gr. xv. P. Strychniae, gr. ' M. In Indigestion with Atony . — COBVISAET. 2306 Pepsinae, gr. ij. Fern Redacti, gr. j. Zinci Valerianae, gr. j. Fiat pilula. One pill twice a day. In Amenorrhoea. — Dr. Geeenahlgh, 2307 Pepsinae (Bullock and Co.), Ferri. Redacti, aa gr. xij. Glycerini, q. s. Fiat pil. vj in argent. One pill three times a day after food. In Chlorosis . — * ^PESSARIES. As Suppositories have been employed for application by the rectum, Pessaries have been prepared for the adminis- tration of medicaments by the vagina. They act either locally or as derivates. The best pessary is coated with gl^'- cerine and gelatine — four parts to 1 ; is conical, and not heavier than 20 grains. The following are some of the formula) : Alterative, Mercurial Ointment, 30 grains. Antacid, Bicarbonate of Soda, 15 grains. Astringent, Acetate of Lead, 7 grains. Caustic, Red Oxide of Mercury, 2 grains. Cicatrizing, Oxide of Bismuth, 15 grains. Deodorant, Carbolic Acid, 2 grains. Resolvent, Iodide of Potassium, 10 grains. Sedative, Opium Powder, 2 grains. ^PETROLEUM. Petroleum, Rock Oil, or Persian Naphtha, is a liquid bitu- men 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, and diaphoretic, and is occa- sionally used for its anthelmintic properties. Externally THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 393 applied, it is rubefacient, and enters into the composition of many stimulating liniments. The dose is from half a drachm to a drachm. 2308 2309 2310 9> Petrolei, ^ss, Tinct. Assafoetidse, 5vj, Misce. Forty drops 3 times a day. In Tapeworm. — Schwartz. Petrolei, 5ij. Tmct. Scillee, 5j. Sp. Juniperi, 5vj. Misce ; fiat mistura diuretica. Forty drops three times a day. In Dropsy. — Vogt. Petrolei, ^ss. 01. Terebintliinse, 5j. Sp. Juniperi, ^iv. Misce : fiat embrocatio. To he rnhhed on the Loins in Atony of the Urinary Passages, and Dropsy, Kadius. 2311 Petrolei, siij. Camphorse, 3j. Ung. simplicis, 5iss. Misce : fiat unguentum. To Rheumatic Limhs, ^c, — Radius. ^PHELLANDRIUM. Water Fennel. The seeds of the Phellandrium aquaticum, a common English plant (Nat. Ord. Umhelliferce), have been occa- sionally employed for their real or supposed influence over pectoral complaints. They act, in large doses, as a nar- cotic poison. 2312 Sem. Phellandrii, ^ss. Alcoholis, 5'j- Macera per boras xxiv, et adde Vini Burgundise, 3vj- Macera per dies tres, et cola. Capiat rri^x— lx. In Chronic Bronchial and Pulmonary Affections. — Marcus. PHOSPHORUS. Phosphorus is a uon-metallic element obtained from bones. It is semi-transparent, generally yellowish in ap- pearance, and of a waxy consistence. It easily bends, and is so readily combustible that it takes fiie at the slightest friction. It has a garlic-like odour and taste. In large doses it is a powerful corrosive poison. In ver^ small quantifies it is 394 THE BOOK OF PBRSCRIPTIONS. nervine, tonic, stimulant. It is given in' cases of nervous exhaustion, paralysis, epilepsy, chorea, mercural trembling, ansemia, chlorosis, phthisis. It has been recommended in gout and rheumatism. Externally, it is employed as an in- gredient in various rubefacient liniments to paralysed parts, and in obstinate skin diseases. The fumes of Phosphorus irritate the mucous membrane of the air-passages, nostrils, and eyes. Persons exposed to its vapour in manufactories are liable to necrosis of the lower jaw. Phosphorus may be effectually and pleasantly administered in the form of the Hypophosphites of Soda, or in gelatine capsules. Dose of Phosphorus, gr. to piU* Oleum Phosphoratuni, 5 to 10 minims. Pilula Phosphori, 3 to 6 grains (gr. to made with suet. *Syrupus , 5 to to 10 minims. *Tinctura Phosphori jEtherea (Phosphorus, gr. x ; Ether, 2 ounces; agitate solution from time to time), 1 minim= Antidote. — There is no certain antidote, but Oil of Tur- pentine may be tried. 2313 9> Phosphori, gr. iv. Naphthse, 5j. Solve. Sum. gutt. x alt. hora ex cyatho aquae. In Senile Hectic. — Dr. Canstatt, 2314 Phosphori, gr. iv. Adipis, gr. 600. (Melt the suet in a stoppered bottle capable of holding twice the quantity. Put in the phosphorus, and, when dissolved, agitate mixture till it is solid. Divide into 3-grain pills. Cover with gelatine. Each pill contains of a grain of phosphorus.) In Epilepsy. — Dr. Radcliffe. 2315 Phosphori, gr. iij. 01. Caryophylli, rqxij. Pulv. Glycyrrh. q. s. Ut fiat raassa in pil. xij div., quar. j bis die sumatur. (Quantity of Phosphorus may be cautiously increased to a scruple.) In LupuSy oistinate Scaly DiseaseSy and Syphilitic Tuhercles. Dr. Hoopee. 2316 p. Phosphori, gr. iij— 3j. 01. Caryophylli, n^x — 5j. Mucilag. q. s. Ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat j bis quotidie. Jn LupuSy Syphilitic Tuherclcy and Inveterate Scaly Diseases. Pr. Bubgess. THE HOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 395 2317 9> Phosphori, gr. iv. 01. Olivse, 5SS. Digere per dies 14 in loco obsciiro, denique adde 01. Carui, Tqiv. Fifteen drops twice a day, cautiously increased, in almond emulsion. Stimulant in Phthisis, Skin Diseases, <^c . — Dr. Hooper. 2318 Phosphori, gr. ij. iEtheris, ^j. 01. Valerianae, n\xij. Misce. Five to ten drops on sugar. Dr. Copland. 2319 Ipt, Phosphori, gr. Sp. iEtheris Nit. n\viij. Solve, et adde Tinct. Aurantii, 3iv. Aquae, ad 5viij. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day. In Neuralgia.—Kv. T. Messenoer Bradley. 2320 iEtheris Phosphorati, Tinct. Cantharidis, Tinct. Nucis Vomicae, aa 3ij. Misce : sumat gt. xxx ter quaterve de die. In Paralysis, Sfc , — Vogt. 2321 2322 2323 9> Tinct. Phosphori Ethereae, -nqj. Glycerini, 5ss. Aquae, ad 5j- Misce. ; To be taken three times a day. In Neuralgia . — Mr. S. M. Bradley. Phosphori, gr. vj. 01. Amygdalae, Ammoniae Carb. Camphorae, ana gr. ij. Misce : fiat linimentum. Augustin. 9 . Phosphori, gr. ij — v. iEtheris, q. s. Liqua, et adde Camphorae, 3j. Cerati albi, ^ss. Misce -. ut fiat unguentum. In Lujpus, Syphilitic Tubercle, and Acne Rosacea. Dr. Hooper. *PHYSALIS AIKEKENGI. The Winter Cherrj", Physalis Aikekengi (Nat. Ord. Sola- nacece), is diuretic and febrifuge. Dose of the tincture, 1 tq 2 drachms, 396 THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIONS. PHYSOSTIGMATIS FABA. Calahar Bean. The seed of the Bhysostigma venenosum, a plant of Guinea (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce)^ possesses powerfully sedative and poisonous properties, which render it active as a medicine. The physiological effects oP Calabar Bean are — 1. Paralysis of the spinal cord. 2. Paralysis of the striped and unstriped muscular fibres. 3. Stimulation of the secretory glands, especially the alimentary. 4. Contraction of the pupil of the eye. It is given in small doses in tetanus, chorea, and poisoning by strychnia. In large doses it causes nausea, vomiting, purging, with a peculiar epigastric sensation relieved by eructations and excessive perspiration. It is principally em- ployed as a topical aid in ophthalmic surgery in the form of gelatine discs, to produce contraction of the pupils and diminish presbyopia. Dose of Pulvis Physostigmalis Paha, 1 to 4 grains. Extr actum ^ , gr. to *Tinctnra , 10 minims. 2324 5° Ftysostigmatis, gr. ss. Pub. Zingiberis, gr. j. M. f. pilula, Omni bora sum. In Tetanus. — Dr. E. Watson. 2325 9> Pliysostigraatis Fabse, gr. j. Conf. Rosse, q. s. Fiat pilula. To be taken twice a day. In JEgilepg. — Dr. S. W. D. Williams. 2326 Tinct. Physostigmatis, t>xxx. Aquse, ^j. Fiat haustus. To procure Sleep in Delirium Tremens . — Dr. Feasee. PIMENTA. Allspice. The dried unripe berries of JEugenia Pimenta (Nat. Ord. Myrtacece), an evergreen West Indian Tree, have an aro- matic odour, and strong spicy taste. They contain a volatile oil. Both Pimenta and its oil are used as diffusible stimu- lants and stomachics, and employed to give an agreeable flavour to othei' medicines, teE BOOK OF PBESCillPTIO^S. Pose of Pimenta, 10 to 30 grains. Oleum Pimentae, 1 to 3 minims. Aqua , 1 to 3 ounces, *Spiritiis Phnentce, 1 to 2 drachms. 2327 Pulve PimentsB, Pulv. Cinnamomi, Pulv. Croci, ana gr. i^. Opii, gr. j. Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut fiant boli ij, qiior. j pro dosi. In Chronic Diarrhoea . — Foy. PIPER NIGRUM. Blaclc Dep^per. The berries of Piper nigrum (Nat. Ord. Piperacece) are used as a condiment, on account of their pungent odour and fiery taste. Black Pepper is employed in medicine as stimu- lant and carminative. It has been given in gonorrhoea, in the same manner as cubebs ; in intermittent fevers ; and applied in ointment to ringworm. It is prescribed in con- fection in internal piles. It may be used in the form of a plaster. Piperine is the active principle of the peppers, and may be prepared from them. It is analogous in chemical nattre to the resins. It has a bitter and acrid taste, and has been much used in Italy as a substitute for quinine in the treat- ment of intermittents. Dose of Pnhis Piperis, 5 to 20 grains. Confectio Piperis, 1 to 3 draclims. * Piperine, 2 to 10 grains. *Vnguentum Piperis Nigri is an external stimulant. 2329 Conf. Piperis nigri, 5j. AssafoetidiE, gr. v. Syr. Zingib. q. s. Ut fiat electuarium idonefe crassitudinis bis quotidie sumendum. In Hcemorrhoids^ — Dr. Paeis. 2329 9- Conf. Piperis nigri, 3ij. Sulpli. lotio, 9j. Aquse Cinnam. 3xj. Miscc : fiat haustus, mane sumendus. In Hcemorrhoids.-’Dw Gregoey. 398 TSE BOOK OE PSESCEIBTIONS. 2330 I’arinse Sinapis, lb. ss. Pulv, Piperis nigri, Zingib. pulv. ana 5 , 3 . Syrupi, q. s. Fiat cataplasma. To he ajpjplied to the Tit of the Stomach in Colic , or to the Feet as a Revulsive, Dr. Ellis. 2331 9“ Pulv. Piperis nigri, Galbani, ana 5 iij. Picis nigrse, ^ij- 01. Bacc. Lauri, q. s. Misce: fiat emplastrum. Stimulating in Rheumatism , — AuauSTlN. 2332 9 Pulv. Piperis longi, Pulv. Zingib. ana 5 ss. Albuminis Ovi/q. s. Misce bene, ut fiat cataplasma. Rubefacient in Tleurisg, 2333 9 Hydrarg, gr. j. Piperinae, Quin. Sulph. ana gr. ij. Syrupi, q. s. Misce : fiat pilula. One three times a day, for a few days, after the paroxysm has been checked by pipeline. Haette. FIX BURGUNDICA. Burgundy Pitch, The impure resin which exudes from some large trees of the Nat. Ord. Coniferce, especially the Abies excelsa, is known by the names Abietis Resina^ Thus, Frankincense, &c. When it is strained and purified it constitutes Thus prcegaratum, or Fix Burgundica, This substance is rarely given internally, but is employed in the preparation of various plasters and ointments^ as a rubefacient or strengthening application. Dose of * Burgundy Pitch, 5 to 20 minims. It is best given in the form of Capsules de Goudron. Envplastrum Picis is the only official preparation. 2334 9 Picis Burgundicse, 3 v. Mucilag. q. s. Misce, et divide in pilulas centum. Six to eight, three times a day. In Cutaneous Affections , — Uleich. (THE BOOK OE PEESCRIPTIONS. 399 PIX LIQUIDA. *PIX NIGRA. Tar and Pitch, Tar {Pix liquidd) is a blackish empyrenmatic liquid, some- what 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 evapo- rating tar. Both are stimulant, diaphoretic, and alterative. Internally, they are chiefly given in cutaneous diseases, especially lepra and psoriasis. They are useful in chronic catarrhal affections, and in disorders of the urinary passages. The vapour of tar has been found beneficial in chronic bronchitis and phthisis. Pitch has been given in piles. Both tar and pitch are much employed in the formation of ointments and plasters, to stimulate diseased parts to a healthy action, or for their protection. Dose of T'lcis Llquidas, 20 to 60 minims. *Aqucd Fids Liqtiidce, 1 to 2 pints. *Filula Fids, 2 or 3 pills. *Tar Capsules, 2 or 3 capsules. *Oleuni Fini Sylvestris is applied in rheumatism. Unguentum Fids is an external resolvent and stimulant. $335 Dicis nigrse, 5j. ; Pulv. Acacise, 5ss. Misce, et div. in pil. xx, quarum sumat ij omni nocte. In Sccmorrhoids, — Dr. Waedlewoeth. 2336 Picis liquidse, Pulv. Glycyrrh. ana 5ss. Misce. ut fiat massa in pil. gr. iv div. Harum sumat eeger ij ad vj ter quaterve in die. In Lejpra and Psoriasis, 2337 5«> Pag* Dicis liquidse, ^ Ung. Sulph. ana partes sequales. Misce : fiat unguentum. In PorrigOy Lepray and Scabies, — Phaem. Guyensis. S338 I*icis liquidse, Alcohol, aa 3j. Fiat lotio. In Eczema, — Niemeyee. Oleum Cadinum. See p. 146. ^PLATINI SALES. Salts of Platinum, Platinum, like Gold, is insoluble in all fluids except Aqua 400 TME SOOtt OP PHESCUlPTlOiJS. regia. By this the Bichloride of Blatinum is formed. Seven- teen parts of this being added in solution to six paits of common salt, the Chloroplatinate of Soda is produced, and may be obtained on evaporation. These two salts have been used in medicine, and in their operation they much resemble the corresponding preparations of Gold. In large doses they are poisonous. They were found by Hofer to be very effica- cious 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 1 to 3 grains. Platini Eichloridi sicc. gr. iss. Mucil. Acacise, Aqute, ana ^iij. Misce : fiat mistnra. To be taken by tablespoonfuls in tlie coarse of 34 hours. Hofek. ^ Platini Bichloridi, g. viij. Guaiaci Res. 5j. Pulv. Glycyrfli. q. s. Ut fiant pil. XX. Sumat eeger j ad iv nocte maneqae. Dr. Dunglison (U.S.). Platini Biclilor. gr. v. Sodii Cliloridi, gr. viij. Mucil. Acacise, Aquse, ana 3iij. Misce. To be taken by spoonfuls in the 24 hours. In old Syphilitic Diseases , — Dr. DUNGLISON. Platini Biclilor. 3 j. Ext. Belladonmc, 5ij. Adipis, 3iv. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. An Application to Indolent Uutcers. — Hofer. Sodii Cbloroplatinatis, 5ss. Decoct. Papaveris, 3viij- Misce : fiat injectio. In Gonorrhoea and Leucorrhcea, — Hofee. 2340 2341 2342 3343 PLUMBI PR^PARATA. Preparations of Lead, The preparations of lead are used as astringents both externally and internally, and are also employed for their THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 401 antispasmodic or sedative properties. They are poisonous in large doses. Externally they are applied in plasters, oint- nieuts, and lotions to inflamed parts. They are given in- ternally to check haemorrhages and mucous discharges. ^ Painters’ colic is due to poisoning by Lead. It is character- rised by a peculiar blue line along the edges of the gums, loss of power of the extensors of the hands, neuralgic pains in the limbs, and constipation. Plumbi Oxidum^ or Litharge, is not used internally, hut is employed in plasters. Plumhi Acetas. Acetate of Lead, or Sugar of Lead, is the preparation generally adopted for internal use. In small doses it is astringent, sedative, lessens morbid mucous dis- charges, controls haemorrhages, diminishes the natural secre- tions. It is given in haemoptysis, haematemesis and other haemorrhages, in diarrhoea, dysentery, phthisis, bronchitis. It must be administered cautiously.^ Lxternally it is a- stringent, sedative, desiccant, and is applied to inflamed parts, discharging ulcers, and as an injection in gonorrhoea. It is used to form astringent lotions, injections, and ointments. Plumhi Suhacetas. Suhacetate of lead is used to ; form cooling and astringent lotions to inflamed parts, colly ri a in various forms of ophthalmia, and injections in gonorrhoea and leucorrhoea. Plumhi Carhonas. Carbonate of Lead. White Lead. JExternally its powder has been used as an astringent, and mixed with lard to form a cooling ointment. Plumhi Nitras, Nitrate of Lead is used to produce Plumbi lodidum. Plumhi Chloridum. This is only used locally. It has been employed in an astringent wash to cancerous ulcerations. Plumhi lodidum. Yellow Iodide ^of Lead is used ex- ternally as an alterative and resolvent in the form of oint- ment to indolent ulcers and strumous tumours. Plumhi 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. Dose of Tlnmhl Acetas, 1 to 4 grains. niula IHtmbi c. Opto, to 5 grains. 26 .402 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. For external application : Suppositoria Flumbi comp. Unguentum Flumhi Acetatis. Unguentum Flumhi Carbonatis. Emplastrum Flumbi lodidi. Unguentum Flumbi lodidi. Emplastrum Flumbi (Diachylon Plaster). Liquor Flumbi Subacetatis Bilutus (Goulard Water). Unguentum Flumbi Subacetatis comp. * Flumbi Chloridum. ^Flumbi Saccharasr. * Flumbi Nitro-Saccliaras. * Unguentum Flumbi Tannas. *Lotio Flumbi Acetatis. ^Fessarium Flumbi Acetatis. *Unguentum Diachylon Hebrm (Lead Piaster, 1 ; Linseed Oil, 1). *Cremor Lithargyri (Sol. Diacetate of Lead, 1 ; Cream, 8). *Gargarisma Flumbi (Sol. Diacetate of Lead, 1; Barley Water, 30). ^Glycerole of Lead. *Lotio Flumbi Subacetatis (3 minims to Water 1 ounce). Antidotes. In poisoning with Acetate of Lead, Sulphate of Magnesia or Soda, followed by emetics and active purges. After give Milk and Opium. Prescriptions for internal use : 2344 9= Plumbi Acet. Pulv. Malvse, ana 5j. Syr. simplicis, q. s. Ut fiant pil. xxxvj. Sumat iv — v in die. To check Sweats in Phthisis. — Radius. 2345 9> Plumbi Acet. 5ss. Calomel, gr. v. Conf. Rosse. q. s. ut fiant pil. x. One every two to four hours. In Hcematemesis. — Dr. Ellis. 2346 9> Plumbi Acet. gr. \ — ij. Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. v. Pulv. Scillae, gr. j— ij. Misce : fiat pulvis, bis terve die sumendus. In the Bronchitis of Fever. — Dr. Henderson. 2347 9» Plumbi Acet. gr. iij. Opii, gr. j. Ext. Conii, gr. v. Fiat massa, in pil. ij div. ; quas sumat bis quotidie, superbibendo Hau3- tulum aliquem acetosum, donee sanguinis profiuvium cessaverit. In HcemorrhageSt — Dr. Paris < THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 403 2318 9, Plumbi Acet. xviij. Opii purif. gr. ij. Ext. Hyoscyanii, gr. x. Misce, et div. iu pil. vj. Sumat j sextis horis. In Scemojptysis. — Dr. Gregory. 2349 9, Plumbi Acet. gr. ij. Aceti destil. 3ss. Aquae, ad ^iss. Misce; fiat liaustus. [The Acet. Acid is to prevent the formation in the stomach of Carbonate of Lead, which is thought to produce colic.] In Hcemoptysis. — Dr. Theophiltjs Thompson. 2350 9 Plumbi Acet. gr. ij. Opii, gr. i. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. Misce, et div. in pil. ij. To be given at proper intervals, and w’^ashed dowm with a little distilled vinegar and water. Half a grain of Nit. Silver may sometimes be added with advantage. In the Diarrhoea of Ihthisis.-~-Dx . Theophilus Thompson. 2351 9 Plumbi Acet. ^ss. Eerri Sulph. 5iij. Aceti, Sp. rectif. ana 5>j- Aquae Eosae, 5vj. Misce: fiat mistura. Dose, 5ss — 5j in some proper vehicle. In profuse Sweating , Diarrhoea and Gonorrhoea . — Gormann. 2352 9 Plumbi lodidi, gr. iv. Conf, E,osae, q. s. Ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat j nocte maneque. In Syphilitic DruptionSy c^e. — Dr. Hooper. 2353 9 Plumbi lodidi, Pulv. Digitalis, ana gr. vj. Ext. Straraonii, gr. Sacchari, 5j. Misce, et div, in pulv. xxiv. Sumat j quarter in die. Gassicourt. Prescriptions for external use : 2351 9 Plumbi Acet. gr, viij. Aquae destil. 5' iiss. Sp. rectif. ^ss. Acidi Ilydrocyan. dil, 3ij. Fiat lotio. Signetur Poison, Impetigo. — Dr. PariSi 404 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 2355 Plurabi Acet. gr. vj. Aquse, Aj- Tinct. Opii, ty\xxx — 1. Misce : fiat enema. To be repeated according to the frequency of the discharges. In Dysentery , — Dr. Batcheldee, 2356 Plumbi Acet. Ext. Belladonnse, ana 5 j. Axungise, 3 %^. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. As an application to Fissure of the Anus, — Foy. 2357 Pl^tnbi Subacet. 3 j. Acidi Acetici, Sp. rectif. ana 5 ss. Aquae, ^ix. Misce ; fiat iotio. Astringent, — Dr. Hoopee, 2358 5 ^ Liq. Plumbi Subacet. vi \ xy . Tinct. Opii, 5 ss. Aquae flor. Sarabuci, ^iss. Misce : fiat colly ri urn. In Ophthalmia, — Dr. Rest. 2359 Plumbi Subacet. dil. 5 J. Sp. Camphorse, Aquae, Oj. Misce : fiat Iotio. To old Ulcers . — Dr. Ellis. 2360 9 , Liq. Plumbi Subacet. tY\xxxiv. Aquae Calcis, 3i'^- 01. Olivae, 3 ij. Misce : fiat injectio. [To be shaken before using.] In Inflammation of the Prostate and Urethra, — For. 2361 9* Pifi- Plumbi Subacet. n\xl. Vini Opii, 3 j. Aquae Rosae, 3viij. Misce : fiat Iotio. In Fczema . — Dr. Buegess. 2362 9> D< 1 - Plumbi Subacet. 5 ss. Decoct. Hordei, Oj. Syr. simplicis, 3J. Misce: fiat gargarisma. In Cynanche , — Radius. 2363 9> Piq- Plumbi Subacet. 01. Olivae, ana 3 j. Aquae Rosae, 5iv. Misce : fiat linimentum. As an application in extensive Burns . — Knackstedt. 2364 9» 01. Olivae, 3ij- Liq. Plumbi Subacet. 5 j. iEtheris, 3 ij. Tinct. Opii, 5 j. Misce : fiat linimentum. A rag moistenec^ with this to be frequently applied to the inflamed part. In Milk Abscess . — Dr. Dewees (U.S.). THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPT 2365 9, Liq. Plumbi Subacet. 5j. Aquse Rosse, 5j- Ung. Cetacei, Jij. Liqua imguentum, et tere^ cum Liq. Phimbi. Postea misce aii51 Aqua Rosee. Fiat unguentum. For Chapped Hands . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 2366 9> Plumbi Acet. gr. ij. Ext. Opii, gr. iij. Aquee, 3j. Fiat iujectio. In Gonorrhoea (third stage). — Mr. Eeichsen. 2367 9> hiq. Plumbi Acet. Liq. Morphiee Acet. aa 3j’. Fiat lotio. One teaspoonful to be mixed with half a pint of warm water, and used night and morning. In Fysmenorrhoea, — Dr. Ttlee Smith. 2368 9> hiq. Plumbi Subacet. 5ij. Sp. Rectif. 5iij. Glycerini, 3iv. Aquae Camph. 5v. Fiat lotio. In Fczema . — Mr. J. L. Milton. 2369 9= Plumbi Carb. 5ij. Calcis prsep. 353. Cerati Galeni (Cold Cream), 5ij. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Papular Fruptions, — Dr. BtJRGESS. 2370 9= Hydrarg. Subchlor. 5ij. Aluminis, Plumbi Carb. ana 3SS. Terebinth. Venet. 3vj. Cerati Cetacei, ^iss. Misce : fiat unguentum. In Porrigo Galeata . — Banter. 2371 9> Plumbi Carb. 3j. Acidi Nitrici dil. q. s. ad solvendum. Aquse destil. lb. j. Misce : fiat lotio, bis terve indies assidue utenda. In offensive Vaginal Discharges. — Dr. 0. Ward. 2373 9> Plumbi Chloridi, 5j. Aquae, Oj. Misce : fiat lotio. As a Wash to Cancerous UlcerationSfand to painful Neuralgic Tumours, Mr. Thson. 2373 5“ Plumbi lodidi, gr. xij. Ung. Cerae albae, 3j- Chloroform, nxviij ad xij. Glycerini, 5j. Misce : fiat unguentum. In obstinate cases of Prurigo , — Dr. Neligan. 406 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 2374 9> Plumbi Tannatis (recentis), 5vj. AxuiigiEE, 3XV. Misce : fiat unguentum. To he applied to Bed Sores. — Dr. Tott. PODOPHYLLUM. May Apple. The dried root of the Podophyllum peltatum, an American plant (Nat. Ord. Banunculacece), is an active cathartic and cholagogue. Podophyllum, alone or combined, is an excellent purge. It is more powerful than rhubarb, and resembles aloes in its action, though less griping. Some have compared it to mercury for its effects on the liver. It is generally combined with Henbane. The Resin is useful in hysteria, and for refractory patients, as a very small quantity is required as a purge. Dose of Podophyllum, 10 to 30 grains. Resina Podophylli, 5 to 2 grains. 2375 9. Podopliyll. gr. j. Pil. Rhei co. gr. x. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. M. Divide in pilulas iv. One eypry third night. In Constipation. — Dr. BtjeeowS. 2376 Sit pilula, Omni node sum. 9 Res. Podophylli, Eellis Bovis, Pil. Hydrarg. aa gr. j. Pil. Rhei co. gr. ij. M. In obstinate Constipation. — F. W. H. 2377 9 Res. Podophylli, gr. j. Ext. Colchici Acei. gr. j. Ext. Hyoscyam. gr. j. M. f. pil. bis die sura. In Chronic Gout. — F. W. H. 2378 M. et div. in pil. ij. 9 Res. Podophylli, gr. Res. Jalapse, Ext. Coloc. co. Gambogiae, aa gr. iiss. Olei Juniperi, q. s. Cathartic. — Dr. Guy. 40 ? I’SE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIONS. POTASSA. Fotash, This is'the oxide of the metal Potassium. It is known in solution as Liquor Potasses, and in the solid form as Potassa fusa, or Caustic Potash. Potash is antacid and alterative. In large doses, and undiluted, it is a violent caustic poison. 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. It counteracts heartburn, gastralgia, flatulence, and dyspepsia, when owing to an excess of acid in the stomach and intestines. As an alterative, Potash is given in scrofula, in the first stage of phthisis, in secondary syphilitic disorders, in adhesive in- flammations of serous membranes, as pleuritis, pericarditis, in various skin diseases. If too long continued, it tends to weaken the system. Antidotes. — Vinegar, lemon juice, citric acid, demul- cents. Solid Potash (Fotassa Caustica, or Potassce Hydras) is a powerful caustic, destroying the tissues with which it comes in contact, on account of its very strong afiinity for water. As it rapidly deliquesces, its efiect spreads to a considerable distance from the place where 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, cancerous, 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 Alkaline Solution of Brandish is similarly employed. The Potassa cum Calce (Vienna Paste) is frequently used to produce issues, being less deliqescent than simple Potash. It is also prepared in the form of cylinders. Dose of Liq. Potasses, 10 to 40 minims, for adults j or of 1 to 5 minims for young children. 2379 hiq. Potassse, t»\xxx. Aquse Menlh. pip. ^vij. Tinct. Gentianee co. 5ss. Magnesise, Misce : fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochl. duo media bis terve in die. In Acidity of the Stomach in Gouty hahits. — Dr. Thomas. 408 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS* 2380 Biq. Potassse, 'nxxx. Mist. Cret86, f §j. Tinct. Calumbae, 3j. Misce: fiat haustus. In Acidity of Stomach, — Dr. HoOPER. 2381 9 , Liq. Potassse, ir^xv. Inf. Serpentarise, 3ix. Tinct. Serpentariee, 3j. Syr. Zingib. 3ss. Fiat haustus, bis quotidie sum. In the Litliic Acid Diathesis, — Dr. PaeiS. 2382 9 , Liq. Potassoe, ^j. Sodii Chloridi, 3j. Sodse Phospliat. 5iss. Aquae, 5iij. Misce; fiat solutio. A little to be added to the ordinary drink, so as not to affect the taste. In Dyspejpsia with Acidity, — Dr. Spuegin. 2383 9- Biq. Potassse, 5ss. Decoct. Dulcamarae, ^xj. Tinct. Chirettse, 5ss. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. ij magna ter die. In Skin Diseases, — Dr. Neligan. 2384 9 Sol. Alkalin. (Brandishii), 5j. Pot. Sulph. c. Sulph. 5iss. Aquae destil. 5ij. Tinct. Aurantii, 5j. Misce ; fiat haustus, primo mane sum. Cathartic in Skin Diseases . — Dr. Neligan. 2385 9- Liq. Potassae, 3 ij. Ext. Sarsae, 3iij. Syr. Aurantii, 3 SS. Sp. Anisi, 3 j. Aquae, ^viij. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. ij ampla ter in die. To the Nurse in infantile Nerves . — Mr. C. HoGG. 2386 9 Biq. Potassae, 5 iij. Liq. Arsenicalis, 5 ,j. Vini Ferri, 3 j. Misce. A teaspoonful three times a day. In Eczema . — Mr. Thoma.s Smith. 2387 9 Biq. Potassae, 5 ij. Potass. Nitrat. 3 ij. Sp. ^th. INit, 5 iij. Syr. Scillae, 5 vj. Aquae destil. ad 3 vj. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. j amplum ex cyath'o aquae ter in die. Dluretic,--^iv W. Feegbssoh. THE BOOK OP PRESCBIPTIOKS* 409 2388 5® Biq. Potassee, Mucil. Acacise, Jij. Cubebep, 3j. Aqu8D, ^viiiss. Syr. Aurantii, 33. Misce. Sumantur cochl. iij arapla ter die. In Gonorrhoea . — Dr. Thomas. 2389 5^ Liq. Potassse, 5iiiss. Potass. lodidi, 3j. Piiiv. Rliei, 3ij. Aquae CaniphorEe, svj. Misce. Capiat 33 ter die. In Gonorrhoea . — Mr. Miltok. 2390 9> Potassse causticae, gr. ij. Aquae destil. Jj. Misce : liat injectio. To he used at the commencement of Gonorrhoea. Gietannee. 2391 Potassee fusae, 3ij. Aquae destil. giv. Misce : fiat lotio. In Chronic forms of Favus. — Dr. Buegess. POTASSA SULPHARATA. Sulphurated Potash is a stimulant, diaphoretic, expector- ant, and antiseptic. It is given in dyspepsia, albuminuria, lead-poisoning, and in some chronic skin diseases. Fxtern- allyy it is used for scabies, lepra, psoriasis, and other cuta- neous affections. Dose, 3 to 8 grains. XInguentum Fotassce Sulphurates for external use should be prepared at the time required, as it changes. Balneum Sulphuratum (Sulphurated Potash, 4 oz. ; Water, 30 gallons) is used in cases of lead- j)oisoning. 2392 5'^^ Potass. Sulpliuratae, gr. xl. Aquae destil. ^vj. Syr. Hemidesmi, Misce: fiat mistura cujus cap. cocbl. j ampl. ter quaterve in die. In twuhlesome Cutaneous Diseases. — Dr. Neligan. 2393 9> Potass. Sulpliuratae, 3j. Potass. Carb. gr. x. Aquae Mentliaepip. 3>j- Syr. Croci, 5j. Misce. Sumat cochl. j magnum secundis horis. In Cutaneous Diseases, — PncEBUs. 410 2394 THE BOOK OE PRESCKIPTIONS. 9> Potass. Sulphuratee, 5 iss. Potass. Bicarb, gr. x. 01. Menthse pip. lYxij. Syr. Aurantii, ^ij. Mucilag. 3 j. Misce. Sumat cochl. j parv. secundis horis. Alterative in Scrofula, — Lockstaedt. 2395 9 , Potass. Sulpburatee, 5 j. Aquae destil. ^iij. Misce : fiat lotio, utenda semel in die. In Pityriasis Ca^pitis. — Mr. WiNZAE. 2396 9 , Potass. Sulphuratae, Saponis, ana 5 ij. Sp. rectif. 5 j. Misce : fiat lotip. In Scabies and Porrigo Favosa, — Dr. Hoopee. 2397 9- Potass. Sulphuratae, Saponis albi, ana 3 ij. Liq. Calcis, 3'V'jj. Sp. rect. 5 j. Misce : fiat lotio. In Porrigo Favosa and Psora, — Dr. JoY. 2398 9 , Magnes. Sulph. ^ss. Potass. Tart. Acid. 3j. Potass. Sulphurat. 5j. Tere simul, et solve in cong. j quoque aquae balnei. ‘ Sulphur Bath in Skin Diseases^ (^c, — Dr. Copland. 2399 9 Potass. Sulphurat. ^ij — Aquae, lb. c — lb. cc. Solve, et adde Icthyocollae, lb. j — lb. ij, in aquae bullientis solutae lb. x. Sulphur and Gelatine Baths in Skin Diseases, Sfc, Dupuyteen. 2400 9 Potass. Sulphurat. ^iv". Acidi Sulphuric!, 5ss. Aquae, 3xxxij. Misce : fiat lotio. In Scabies, — M. Dupuyteen. POTASS^ ACETAS, TAHTRAS, TARTRAS ACIDA, CITRAS. Acetate, Tartrate, Acid Tartrate, and Citrate of Potash, (^Effervescing Draughts.) The Acetate is diuretic in small, and cathartic in large doses. It is used for both purposes in drops3\ It allays the sickness in pregnancy, and is a sedative to the gastric and THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 411 mucous membrane. It is employed as an alterative in various skin disorders, especially lepra ; and in diseases of the liver. It has been given with much success in acute rheu- matism and gonorrhoea. Dose, as a diuretic, 10 to 20 grains ; as a cathartic, 2 to 3 drachms. The neutral Tartrate of Potash is 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, 1 to 4 drachms. The Acid Tartrate of Potash (Cream of Tartar) is but 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, 20 to 60 grains ; as a laxative, 1 to 2 drachms ,* as a strong purge, half an ounce to an ounce. Citrate of Potash results from the decomposition of either of the carbonates by means of citric acid or lemon 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 Potasli to 18 grains of Citric or Tartaric Acid, or half a ounce of Lemon-juice. One scruple of Bicarbonate of Potash to 15 grains of Citric or Tartaric Acid, or three drachms and a half of Lemon-juice, Acetate of Potash^ as alterative, diuretic, and purgative : 2101 Potass. Acet. 5ss — Syr. simplicis, ^iij. Sp. iEth. Nit. 5 j. Misce : fiat mistura. One drachm for a dose. Diuretic . — Dr. Hooper. 412 THE BOOK OP PSESCRIPTIONS. 2403 9- Potass. Acet. 5 iv. Liq. Potassse, 5 ij. Sp. Juniperi, 3 ij. Aquae Campliarse, ad ^vj. Misce. Sumat 3j ter die. In (xonorrh(xa. — Mr. Miltok. 2403 9 Potass. Acet. 5 ss— 5 j. Tinct. Digitalis, rqv. Tinct. Cantliar. -n\x. Sp. iEth. Nit. 3 ss. Aquae, ad 3iss. Misce : fiat liaustus, ter in die sumeiidus. Diuretic in Dropsy, — Dr. BtjDD. 2404 9 Pulv. Scillae, gr. xxx. Potass. Acet. 3ss. Oxymel. Scillae, 31 j. Mellis, 5ss. 01. Juniperi, rqxx. Misce : fiat electuarium, de quo capiat instar nucis moscliatae sextis lioris. In old cases of Anasarca, — Dr. Neligan. 2405 9 Potass. Acet. Oxymel. Scillae, ana 5 j. Aquae flor. Tiliae, 3 iv. Vini Opii, ty^xv. Syr. Altliaeae, 3 j. Misce. Sumat 3 SS pro dosi. Diuretic and Sedative . — Pierqijik. Tartrate of Potash, as alterative, diuretic, and purgative ; 2406 9 Potass. Tart. 3 j. Pulv. Ehei, ^ss. Magnesiae, 3 ij. Pulv. Zingiberis, 5 j. Fiat pulvis. A dessertspoonful every morning. In Uric Acid Diathesis. — Mr. Eeichsen. 2407 9 Potass. Tart. 5 ij. Pulv. 9fiei. Pulv. Cort. Aurant. ana 3 j. 01. Cajuputi, 3j. Misce. Sumat 3 j ter in die. In ohstructions of the Portal System ,- — St. Maeie. 2408 9 Pulv. Rliei, 3ss. Potass. Tart. 5 j. Pulv. Cretae Aromat. 3j. Aquae Menthae viridis, 5 ij. Misce ; fiat haustus, octavis horis sumendus. In Jaundice. — Dr. E. J. Clakk, THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 413 2409 9 , Potass. Tart. 5 j. Potass. Nitrat. 53 s. Manose, 5j- Decoct. Taraxaci, Misce. Sumat duabus om. lioris. In D r Of $y following Scarlatina. — Phcebtjs. Acid Tartrate of Potash^ as refrigerant, diuretic, and purgative : 2410 Liq. Ammon. 5 vj. Potass. Tart. Acid. q. s. ad saturandum. Dosis, 5 j. Diuretic. — Leipsic Phaem. 2411 Potass. Tart. Acid. pulv. ^ij. Potass. Nitrat. 5 iij. Misce, et divide in partes xij sequales. Refrigerant. — Dr. Copland. 2412 9 , Potass. Tart. Acid. 53 s. Pulv. Scillse, gr. ij. Pulv. Zingib. gr. iv. Misce : fiat pulvis, octavis horis sumendus. In Ascites . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 2413 Potass. Tart. Acid. 5 ij. Lactis vaccini ferventis, Oj. Solve. Liquore frigefacto, cola ut separetur serum, hiiicqup adjice saccliarum ad libitum, et bibat seger quantum sibi placeat. Diuretic drink in Fevers y Sfc. — Dr. Paeis. 2414 Potass. Tart. Acid. 5 ij. Aquae ferventis, 0. ij. Cort. Limonis et Saccliari, ad conciliandum gustum. Sit pro potu com- muni. Diuretic Drink. — Dr. JoA'. 2415 9 , Potass. Nitrat. gr. x. Potass. Tart. Acid. gr. xx. Pulv. Acacise, gr. x. Saccliari albi, 353 . Misce ; fiat pulvis. To be taken three or four times a day in barley water. Diuretic in Fevers and Drojpsies . — Dr. Hoopee. 2116 Potass. Tart. Acid. 5 lv. Acidi Baracici, 3]. Aqme destil. ^xij. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumatur pars quarta tertiA, quuque bora ad plciiam alvi soluiioncm. In Dropsical effusions. — Dr. Keligan. 414 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. Potass. Tart. Acid. Ext. Marrubii, ana 5ij. Aquae Melissse, 5iij. Misce. Half to be taken morning and evening. In Hcemorrhoids with Constipation , — Augustin. 5> Potass. Tart. Acid. ^iss. Sulpli. praecip. 5j- Sodae Boracis, 5iiss. Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Sumat cochlear, j vel ij minima hora som. Dr. Copland. Sulph. loti. Potass. Tart. Acid, ana ^j. Pulv. Jalapae, 5j. Pulv. Cinnam. co. 5j. Mellis V. Theriacae, q. s. Fiat electuarium. Hose, a teaspoonful or dessert-spoonful two or three times a day. In Constipation. — Dr. HoOPEE. 2430 Pulv. Jalapae, Pulv. Bhei, Pulv. Scammonii, ana gr. v. Pulv. Elaterii, gr. ss. Potass. Tart. Acid. Potass. Sulph. ana 5ss. Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiat bolus. Towerful Turge in Pulmonary Engorgement and Dropsy. Dr. Geayes. 2417 3418 2419 Effervescing and refrigerant mixtures, containing Citrate of Potash : 2431 9 . Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Aurantii, n\xv. Aquae, ^j. Syrupi, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, cum succi limonis cochleari uno majori in efferves- centi^ sumendus. Dr. Geegoey. 3423 9 , Potass. Bicarb. Oj. Aquae Cinnam. 5x. Tinct. Opii, nr^v. Syr. Aurant. 5j. Misce ; fiat haustus, quaque bord adhibendus in actua effervescentiae cum cochl. j amplo succi limonis. In obstinate Vomitings . — Dr. Thomas. 2423 9 Erauls. Amygd. 5j. Vini Ipecac, tyxx. Potass. Bicarb, gr. x. Supci Limonis, 5iij. Misce: fiatliaustus. Sxpectorantk — Mr. Sayoet. THE BOOK OP PBESCRIPTIONS. 415 2424 9 , Potass. Bicarb. Acidi Nitrici, ana 9j. Syr. Mori, 5iij. Aquae destil. Jix. Misce : sumat 5ij sexta quaque lior^. In Febrile Coughs of Children one gear old. — Dr. West. 2425 9 Potass. Bicarb. 9j. • Succi Limonis, 5ss. Aquae Camphorae, 5vj. Antim. Tart. gr. ss. Syr. Aurant. 5j. Misce: fiat haustus. In Scarlet Fever. — Dr. Feampton. 2426 9 Acidi Citrici, Potass. Bicarb, ana 5j. Syr. Aurantii, Sp. Myristicae, ana ^j. Aquae destil. 5xij. Misce: fiat mistura, cujus 5j sum. 4tis lioris. In Fevers and Inflammatory Sore Throats. — Mr. Sayoey. 2427 9 Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Acidi Citrici, gr. xviij. Aceti Scillae, 5j. Sp. .^tlieris Kit. 5ss. Syr. Limou. 5j. Aquae, 5x. Misce : fiat haustus salinus quartis lioris sumendus. In Peripneumonia . — Dr. Gejigoet. 2428 9 Succi Limonis, 5ss. Potass. Garb. 3j vel ad saturandum. Aquae Mentli. pip. Antim. Tart. gr. Jj. Syrupi, 5ij. Misce ; fiat haustus, statim adhibendus, et tertiis horis repetendus. In Severe Intermittent s. — Mr. Dawson. 2429 9 Potass. Garb. 9j. Succ. Limon. rec. 5ss. Aquae Camphorae, 5j. Potass. Nitrat. gr. x. Syr. Rbaeados, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, quarta quaque liorS, sumendus. In Fevers, Sfc. — Dr. Copland. 2430 9 Potass. Citrat. Bfferves. 5,j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5j. Piat haustus. To be repeated three times a day. In Orchitis. — Dr. F. P. Atkinson. POTASSiE AeSENITIS LiQITOR. See AcIDUM AESENIOSPMi 416 THE BOOK OF PKESCBIPTIONS. POTASS^ BICHROMAS. Bichromate of Potash. Tins is an irritant poison. It is used to produce Valeria- nate of Soda. It has been employed by some Continental practitioners in the treatment of syphilitic disorders, ap- parently with considerable success. The dose of this salt is from one sixth to one fourth of a grain. 2431 9, Potass. Bicliromat. gr. xv. Ext. Gentianse, 5iij. Misce, et divide in pil. 80, quarum j sumat nocte maneque. (Should nausea or vomiting be produced, some opium may be added.) In Syphilis. — Dr. Yicenti. POTASS.^ CARBONAS et BICARBONAS. Carbonate and Bicarbonate of Potash. The Carbonate, though somewhat less active, resembles Potash in its action on the system internall^^, 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 ; as alteratives in glandular enlargements and mesenteric disease ; as antiphlogistics in various febrile and inflammatory com- plaints; and as diuretics. The Carbonate is the more powerful antilithic. The Bicarbonate is used to form effer- vescing draughts, for which purpose Citric Acid is preferable to Tartaric. The Liquor Potassce effervescens (Potash Water) is a solution of the Bicarbonate into which Carbonic Acid has been forced under pressure. Bose of Potasses Carlonas, 10 to 30 grains. Bicarhonas, 10 to 40 grains. Liquor Potasses effervescens, 5 to 10 ounces. 2432 Bulv. Potass. Garb. 5j. Pulv. Acacise, 5j. Tere opiime inter se. Dose, 5ss — 5j, dissolved in water. In JEngorgement of the BoiveJs . — GFiBOrET. 2433 9. Potass. Garb. 5ss— 5j. Inf. Qiiassifc, Oj. Liqua. Bose, four glasses daily. In Lichen, Prurigo, Dr, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 417 2i34 2435 2436 2437 2438 2439 2440 2411 2442 Potass, CarU, 5j. Aquae Anethi, Misce. Ten to twenty drops form a dose for an infant. In Convulsions caused hy Intestinal Irritation. Mr. Sayoey. 9, Potass. Carb.'siJ. Sp. Amm. Arom. 5j. Aquae Cinnamomi, Jiv. Misce. Sumat 3j pro re nat^. In Pyrosis. — Dr. Ellis. 9> Potass. Garb. 3j. Pulv. Rhei, gr. v. Pil. Hydrarg. gr. iij, Syrupi, q. s. ut fiant pil. vj. Capiat j bis die. In Gouty with JEIejpatic derangement . — Dr, W. Ainslie. Potass. Carb, 5ij. Vini Antira, 5j. Tinct. Opii, n^xl. Sp. Lavand. co. 5ij. Aquae destil. 3iv. Misce. A tablespoonful every hour or two. JEx^ectorant. — Dr. Ellis. 9. Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Potass. Nitrat. gr. v. Aquae, 3x. Misce, et adde Acidi Citrici, gr. v. To be taken early in the morning or in the middle of the day. In Uric Acid Diathesis. — Mr. EeichSEN. 9. Magnesiae, gr. vj. Potass. Bicarb, gr. xij. Potass. Tart. gr. xv. Misce : fiat pulvis, omni vespere sumendus e cyatho parvo aquae. In the Lithic Diathesis . — Sir B. Beodie. 9 Potass. Bicarb. 5J. Inf. Buchu, 3vj. Misce : fiat raistura, cujus cap. partem quartam quartis horis. In Gout . — Mr. Hoskins. 9 Inf. Calumbae, ^v. Potass. Bicarb. 5j, Tinct. Gentianae co. 5iij. Fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochl. iij magna meridie. In Indigestion with Acidity . — Dr. Baling TON. 9 Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Hyoscyam. 53s. Inf. Pareirae, 3iss. Misce : fiat liaustus. In Mucous Urine. — Dr. Gr. Bied. 27 418 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, ^443 ^ Potass. Bicarb. Ammon. Garb, ana ^ss. Aquee Anethi, ^viiss. Dose, 5iss twice a day. After breakfast and at bedtime. In cases of D^spepsiaf Acidity ^ and Turbid Urine, Dr. Deuitt. 2444 5^, Pot. Bicarb, cryst. 5ss. Tinct. Cinnamomi, Tinct. Vanillse, aa n^xv. Syr. simp. ^ij. Aquae, SxxxiJ. M. To be taken by cupfuls three or four times a day. In Gout and jS^ei^m^/i^w.—TEOUSSEAU and Reyeil, 2445 Potass. Bicarb. 3ij. Inf. Anthemidis, 5x. Tinct. Opii, t»\v. Syrupi, 5j. Fiat haustus sextis horis sumendus, et ad tertiam vel quartam vicem repetendus ; deinde, nisi per se alvus dejecerit, sumatur medicamentum catharticum \ eademque alternatio per mensem fiat. In the Lithic Acid Diathesis, — Dr. Paeis. 2446 Potass. Garb. gr. ij — vj. Aquae, 5j. Misce : fiat collyrium. To be dropped on the eye every two to four hours. For species on the Cornea. — Dr. Hinslet. 2447 Potass. Garb. 5iv— viij. Aquae, q. s. ut impleatur balnea alkalina. (Fourteen pailsful.) In Skin Diseases, ivith Itching , — Dr. BuegeSS, 2448 Potass. Garb. siij. Sodii Ghloridi, ^ij. Aquae Rosae, 5viij. Aquae flor. Aurant. ^ij. Misce : fiat lotio. To Sunburn and Freckles. — Sundelin. 2449 5b Potass. Garb. 5ij. Aquae destil. 5ij. , Mucilag. Amygd. amar. Jviij. Misce: fiat lotio. In lichen and Prurigo, — Dr. Buegess. 2450 9* Potass. Garb. 5j. Liq. Opii sedat. 5vj. Aquae Rosae, '^ix. Misce : fiat lotio alkalina. (Flannels wet wuth this to be laid over the affected joints.) In Pheumatic Gout, — Dr. H. W. Fuller. THE BOOK OF PKESCBIPTIOHS, 419 2451 9 , Potass. Garb. Saponis albi, ana |j. Aquae Sambuci, Oij. Solve, cola, et adde Ammon. Clilor. 5 ij, Sit tomentatio. To BrvAses , — Cadet. POTASS^ CH LORAS et NITRAS. Chlorate and Nitrate of Potash. Chlorate of Potash is a stimulant and diuretic. It has been recommended in various forms of cachexia — as can- crum oris, chronic syphilis, phthisis and scrofula; in typhoid and eruptive fevers — being supposed to exert a special power in purifying the Idood. It is said to be a valuable remedy in preventing abortion. Pxternally it is used as an appli- cation to irritable and spongy gums ; as a gargle in diph- theria and aphthous mouth ; and as an injection in vesical catarrh. The Nitrate of Potash is diuretic, diaphoretic, refrigerant, and a vascular depressant. It is given in acute inflammatory diseases, as rheumatism; in dropsies, scurvy, hsemoptysis and menorrhagia, spasmodic asthma and dyspnoea, incontinence of urine in the young ; to form a cooling drink in fevers, and to alleviate scalding in gonorrhoea. Paper saturated with Nitrate of Potash, and burned, is used as an inhalation in Asthma. Dose of Potasses Chloras, 10 to 30 grains. Trochisci Potasses Chloratis, 1 to 6 lozenges. *Gargarisma 1 (Chlorate of Potash, 1 drachm ; Honey, | oz. ; Water, 8 oz,). Potasses Nitras, 5 to 20 grains as a refrigerant and diuretic ; 20 to 30 grains as a vascular sedative. ^Potasses Nitras Pffervescens, 1 to 2 drachms. 2452 9 , Potass. Clilorat. 5 ss. Syrupi, 5 iiss. Aquse destil. 5 xiiss. Misce. To be given in the course of the day, in tablespoonful doses. In Cancrum Oris . — Mr. Hunt. 2453 9 Potass. Chlorat. 5 j. Syr. Rhaeados, 5j. Aquse destil. 5v. One sixth for a dose. Stimulant in Felrile Affections, and the "Exanthemata. Dr. Hoopee. 420 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 2^54 |b Potass. Chlorat. 3j. Aquse Cinnam. 5 xj. Tinct. Aurantii, 5 j . Misce : fiat haustus, terti^ qu^que hora capiendus. In Typhus Fever » — Dr. Thomas. 2455 5 L Potass. Chlorat. gr. viij. Sodii Chloridi, gr. xx. Sodae Bicarb, gr. xxx. Misce : fiat pulvis. Sumat talem 2dis rel tertiis horis. In Low Febrile Cases, and in Cholera, — Dr. StevenS. 2456 9 , Potass. Chlorat. gr. x. Sp. .(Eth. Nit. 5 j. Aquae, ^iss. • Misce : fiat haustus, hora sorani sum. In an ordinary Cold in the Kead, 2457 Potass. Chloratis, 3y. Acid. Hydrochlor. dU. Sp. Chloroformi, Liq. Cinchonae, aa 5 j. Aquae, ad ^vj, Fiat mistura. Cap. cochl. raag. ij ter die. In Heroes Zoster.^Mv. CHARLES SlTTEaES. 2458 9 , Potass. Chlorat. 5 j. Aquae destil. ^ij. Solve. To indolent sores as a lotion, and internally in three times its bulk of vehicle. 2459 2460 2461 2462 Dr. Copland. Potass. Nitrat. tvj. Pulv. Acaciae, 5 Uj. Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, Pulv. Althaeae, ana 5iij* Syrupi, q. s. ut fiant pilulae granorum 5. Five to six three times a day. In bysuria and Urethritis, — Fot. Potass. Nitrat. 5 ij. Decocti Hordei co. Oj. Misce. Sit pro potu ordinario. In Measles, and Fevers generally, — Dr. E. G. Clark. Salts Nitri, 53 s. Decocti Hordei, poculum. Solve. Omnibus horis sum. In Influenza, — Mr. Rowe. 9> Potass. Nitrat. 5ss— Decocti Hordei, Oiss. Sacchari, q. s. ad gustum conciliandura. The whole to be taken in the day, in divided doses. In Acute Bhemiatism, — Gendrin. THE BOOK OE PEESCKIPTIONS. 421 2463 5^ Potass. Kitrat. 3j. Aquae Menthae pip. 5 ij. Aquae Campliorae, 5 ix. Misce : fiat Jaustus, 4ta quaque hora sumendus. In Mheumatism, — Dr. E. J. Clark. 2464 Potass. Nitrat. 3j. Syr. Papaveris, 5 ij. Aquae destil. 5>j- Fiat haustus, hora somni sum. In HcBmatemesis. — Dr. E. J. Clark. 2465 Syr. Papaveris, ^j. Potass. Nitrat. 3 j. Mist. Amygdalae, 3v. Misce : sumat 5 ss quum tussis urget. Dr. Hooper. 2466 9> Potass. Nitrat. gr. x. Camphorae, gr. vj. Pulv. Acaciae, gr. xxiv. Misce: One third to a half for a dose. Foy. 2467 9> Potass. Nitrat. 5j. Camphorae, Conf. Rosae, ana 5ss. Misce. Divide in pil. gr. iv. Two to ten pills every day. In Gonorrhoea , — GuibOurt. 2468 9> Potass. Nitrat. 3ss. Aceti, Syr. simp, ana Aquae destil. Misce. To he used as a common drinTc in Fevers, <^c, — Dr. Hooper. 2469 Potass. Nitrat. gr. xx. Aquae, 5vj. Acidi Citrici, 3ss. Syr. Aurantii, 3 vj. M. Sumat partem sextam ter quaterve de die. In Scurvy, — Dr. M‘Lachlan. 2470 9 . Potass. Nitrat. gr. x. Aquae Camphorae, 3xj. Syr. Tolu. 3j. Misce : fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. At the commencement of Fevers , — Dr. Thomas. 2471 9- Potass. Nitrat. 3j. Ammon. Chlor. gr. xij. Misce : fiat pulvis, bis ter, quaterve in die ex aquae 3 iij sum. As a Diaphoretic in Inflammatory Fever , — Dr. Thomas. 422 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 2473 9 . Potass. Nitrat. 5iss. Antim. Tart. gr. j. Hydrarg. Subclilor. gr. iv. Misce, et divide in pulv. viij. Sumat j secundis boris. Diaphoretic in Fevers, — Dr. DeweeS (U.S.). 2173 Potass. Mtrat. 5ij. Acid. Nit. dil. 5j. Decoct. Hordei, lb. ij. Misce. Consuraatur in die. In early stage of Fever. — Dr. Graves. 2474 5 . Potass. Nitrat. gr. xv. Pulv. Scillse, Pulv. Pimentse, ana gr. x. Misce. Dose, X — XX gr. three times a day, as a diuretic. Diuretic,— 9> Potass. Nitrat. 3ij. Sodse Bicarb. 353 . Vin. Antim. 3 ij. Syr. Croci, Sp. ^th. Nit. ana 5 j. Aquae, 5v. Dose, 3iss every four hours. Fehrifuge.—Dv. Druitt. 2476 Potass. Nitrat. 5 iv. Aquae, Oss. Solve. (Blotting paper dipped in this solution and dried, to be burned in the chamber during existence or imminence of spasm.) In Asthma. — Dr. Salter. 2477 9> Potass, Nitrat. 3 ij. Decocti Hordei, ^vij. Oxymel. simp, 3 j. Misce : flat gargarisma. In Ulceration of the Throat. — Mr. Brande. 2478 9 . Sodii Chloridi, Potass. Nitrat. Ammon. Chlor. ana Aquae, q. s. ad solvendum. A mixture producing intense cold. To Local Inflammations with Seat . — Dr. Hooper. POTASS^ PERMANGANAS. Permanganate of Potash. This is a deep-purple crystalline salt, which colours a large quantity of water, but so readily parts with its oxygen and becomes decomposed that the presence of oxidizable material or organic matter rapidly discharges this colour. The per- manganate has long been used as a disinfectant and deodo- THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 423 rizer in Condy's Disinfecting Fluid, of which the solution of the B. P. is an imitation. It is caustic and corrosive, except when largely diluted. Permanganate of Potash has been given in diabetes, in doses of three to five grains in two to three ounces of water. Liquor Potasses Permanganatis contains 4 grs. in the ounce. It is a useful application to fetid ulcers, cancerous sores, &c. 3479 Potass. Permang. gr. viij. Aquae, M. sum. coch. j parv. ter die. In Oxaluria and Dyspepsia. — Dr. Rose (Michigan, U.S). 2480 9 , Liq. Potass. Permang. ^j. Aquae, M. flat gargarisma, saepe utend. In Canerum Oris, ApTitJice, and Putrid Sore Throat. P.W. H 2481 9 hiq. Potass. Permang. 5ij., Aquae, Oj. M. fiat injectio. In Cancer of the Uterus. — Dr. West. POTASS^ PRUSSIAS FLAVA. Yellow Prussiate of Potash is employed to prepare Acidum Hydrocyanicum Dilutum. POTASSJ? SULPHAS et ^POTASS^E BISULPHAS. The Sulphate and Bisulphate of Potash. Sulphate of Potash (Sal Polychrestum) is contained in com- pound Ipecacuan powder, in which it is of use in effecting, by the hardness of its crystals, a perfect division of the other constituents. This salt is a mild laxative, and is frequently combined with Rhubarb. It is also used as an alterative in liver obstructions. Dose, as an alterative, 10 to 20 grains j as a purgative, 1 drachm. *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 car- bonate to form an effervescing draught. Dose, 10 grains to 2 drachms. 424 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. ^PotasscB Sulphas cum Sidphure, made by deflagrating nitre with sulphur, is a mild purgative. Dose, half a drachm to a drachm. 2482 Potass. Bisulph. Sodse Garb, ana 3 j. Dissolve separately in two ounces of water, mix, and take while effer- vescing. Refrigerant Laxative. — Dr. Barker. 2483 9 . Potass. Sulph. c. Sulpli. 5iss. Sol. Alkalini (Brandisliii), 5j. Tinct. Aurantii, 3j. Aquae destil. 3ij. Misce : fiat haustus, prime mane sum. Cathartic in Shin Diseases . — Dr. Nelioan. POTASSII lODIDUM. See lODINIUM. PoTASSii Bromidum. See Brominium. PoTASSii Cyanidum. See Acidum Hydrocyanicum. PRUNA. Prunes. These are the dried fruit of the Prunus domestica^ or culti- vated Plum-tree (Nat. Ord. Rosaceae), and 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. Sennee). Dose of ^Syrupus Pruniy 2 to 4 drachms. 2484 Pruni domesticae fruct. lb. ss. Sennaefol. 5j- Caryopliyll. contus. 33 s. Sacchari brunei, 3j- Aquae ferventis, Oij. Misce : macera per boras ij. Cola. Sumat ^iv tertiis lioris ad effectum. A gentle laxative. — Dr. JoY. PTEROCARPI LIGNUM. Red Sandal-Wood. The wood of Pterocarpus Santalinus (Nat. Ord. Legumi- nosece) is chiefly employed as a colouring agent. It is a stimulant to the mucous membranes. An Essential Oil, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 425 *01eum Santalis Flava, is a favorite remedy for gonorrhoea or Leucorrhcea. Dose, 10 to 30 minims. 2485 01. Santalis Flavse, 3ss. Magnesiee, 5j. Tere et adde Tinct. Aurantii, 3ss. Syrup. Simp. 3j. Misce : fist liaustus. To be taken three times a day. In OoiiorrTioea. 2486 Sulph. Prsecipitati, gr. xxx. 01. Santal. Flav. nxy. Adipis Prseparati, I'iat unguentum. In Scabies. — D. R. Liveino. 2487 01. Santalini, Veratrise, gr. xxxvj. 01. Olivae, 3ss. Adipis, 3viiss. 01. Bergamii, -n\x. Misce ; fiat unguentum. In Neuralgic Wieumatism. — Dr. H. W. Fuller. PYRETHRUM. JPelUtorg. The root of Anacyclus JPyrethrum (Nat. Ord. Comppsit(I), a native of Spain and other countries, has no smell, hut is very acrid when chewed, and 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 used in the form of lotions to chilblains ; to parts aflfected with rheumatic pains; to relaxed throat; and in aphonia. Tinctura Pyrethri is intended for external use. 2488 9> Pyrethri rad. Mastiches, ana 3j. Fiant, lege artis, ad ignem masticatoria duo ; et uno vel altero manducato, exspuat salivam. Dr. Paris. 2489 ' Tinct. Pyrethri, 3 vj. Lin. Camphorse, 3iv. Liq. Ammoniac, 3 ij. Misce : fiat linimentum. For Chilblains and Rheumatic Fains. — Dr. Coplakp. 426 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIOKS. 2490 ^ Pyrethri contusi, 3ss. Camphoree, 5iij. Opii, 3j. 01. Caryophylli, 5ij. Sp. Vini rect. 5vj. Misce, et post decern dies cola. To he applied upon Cotton in a Case of Toothache. Mr. Beande. PYROXYLIN. Qun Cotton. Py^roxylin is employed in the preparations of Collodium and Collodium Flexile. QUASSIA. The wood of Ticrcena excelsa, a West Indian tree (Nat. Ord. Simaruhacece), is a bitter tonic, febrifuge, stomachic, and anthelmintic. 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 its prolonged use, it is said, will bring on dimness of sight in man. It is given in dyspepsia ; loss of appetite and strength ; and in debility after fevers or any other cause. Its infusion is frequently resorted to as a convenient vehicle for the preparations of mercury, iron, and iodide of potassium. It is seldom given in substance. Dose of Extractum Quassia, 3 to 5 grains. Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinclura , | to 2 drachms. *Tinct. Quassia comp., 1 to 2 drachms. 2491 9- Inb Qnassiee, 5vj. Tinct. Calumbse, 5ij. Aqu 00 Cinnamomi, 5v. Syr. Aurauti, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, bis terve quotidie sumendus. Tonic. — Dr. Paeis. 2492 9> Quassise, 3is3. Myrrhse, gr. x. Potass. Sulphatis cum Sulphure, 3iss. Tinct. Cinnam. co. ttlxxx. Misce : fiat haustus. Bis in die administretur. In Hypochondriasis. — Dr. E. J. Claek. !THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 427 QUERCUS CORTEX. OaJc Baric, The dried bark of the small branches and young stems of Quercus pedunculata, the common Oak (Nat. Ord. Corylacece), contains tannic acid, and is therefore astringent in its properties. 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. Dose of Pulvis Quercns, ^ to 2 draclims. Pecocium , 1 to 2 ounces. *Extractum — , 10 to 30 grains. 2493 9 . Pulv. Quercfis, 3j. Pulv. Calami, Pulv. Gentianse, ana gr. v. Misce : fiat pulvis, tertiis horis sumendus. In the Apyrexia of Intermittents. — AuauSTiN. 2494 9 Decoc. Quercfis, 5iss. Pulv. Gallarum, gr. x. Tinct. Catechu, 535 . Tinct. Cardam. c. 5 j. Syr. Aurantii, 5 j. Fiat haustus, bis quotidie sumendus. Astringent . — Dr^ Paeis. 2495 9 Decocti Quercfis, Oj. Aluminis, 5 j. Misce, ut fiat injectio astringens. In Leucorrhosa^ ^c. — Dr. Hoopee. 2496 9 Decocti Quercfis, Oj. Pulv. Aluminis, 353 . Sp. Vini Gallici, 5 ij. Misce: fiat gargarisma. In Chronic Sore Throat with relaxed Uvula. Dr. Ellis (U.S.). 2497 9 Decocti Quercfis, 3 xvj. Tinct. Catechu, 5 s s. Aluminis, 3 ij. Zinci Sulph. 5 j. Fiat lotio. In Uterine Cauliflower 'Excrescences. — Sir C. Claeke. *QUILLAYA SAPONARIA. The inner bark of Quillaya Saponaria (Nat. Ord. Bosacece) contains a large quantity of Saponine. In some parts of America it is employed as a substitute for soap. It is used as a detergent in scurf or baldness of the head. 428 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. QUINIA ET SALES. Quinia, Qmnine and its Salts* Quinia and Cinchonia are the two hitter alkaloids to which the medicinal properties of the Cinchona harks are owing. The yellow hark contains most Quinia ; the red hark, most Cinchonia. They exist naturally in combination with Kinic acid. Quinia is extracted from the hark hy a chemical pro- cess, and, being subsequently combined with sulphuric acid, forms the crystalline Sulphate of Quinia 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. Quinine is tonic, antiperiodic and anthelmintic. It is given in simple debility ; atonic dyspepsia ; in intermittent, remittent malarial, bilious remittent or yellow, typhus, puerperal, and scarlet fever ; influenza, phthisis, advanced pneumonia and pleurisy ; periodical or remittent diseases ; neuralgias of malarial origin ; acute rheumatism ; enlarged spleen; erysipelas; erythema nodosum ; urticaria; scrofulous ophthalmia; puerperal insanity; delirium tremens; head- aches associated with hysteria and anaemia; laryngismus stridulus ; epilepsy ; chorea ; gangrene and mortification ; cancrum oris; aphthous ulcerations; scurvy; pyaemia; malarial dysentery ; diarrhoea, cholera infantum ; and as an anthelmintic in ascarides lumhricoides. 'Externally^ it is used for subcutaneous injection. The Valerianate of Quinia has been recommended as an antiperiodic. The Arsenite combines the antiperiodic action of Arsenious acid with that of Quinine. The Citrate of Quinine and Iron may he given in debility when attended with anaemia, or in facial neuralgia. Quinidia is an alkaloid found in some kinds of bark. It much resembles Quinia. What has been called Amorp'kous (Quinine is impure Quinidia. It may he prescribed and used like Quinine. CincJionicB Sulphas and Quinidia^ (vel Chinoidince) Sulphas are prescribed in the same manner as common Quinine. Infusum Roses cum Acido Nitrico is a good vehicle for Quinine draughts, no Sulphuric Acid being necessary. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 429 Dose of Qiiinia Sulphas, 1 to 10 grains. Filula Quinics, 2 to 10 grains. Tinctura , 1 to 2 drachms. Ammoniata, 1 to 2 drachms. Vinvm , ^ to 1 ounce. Ferri et Quinia Citratis, 5 to 10 grains. * Qninim Arsenias, gr. yV* ' * Carbolas, 2 grains.* * Citras, 1 to 10 grains. * Effervcscens, 1 to 2 draclims. *■ Ferrocyanas (Paris Codex), 1 to 5 grains. * Lactas, 3 to 9 grains. *■ Murias, 1 to 2 grains. *■ Tannas, 1 to 5 grains. * Valerianas, 1 to 3 grains. *Syrupus Quinia Dikinat, i to 1 drachm. *■ Hydriodatis (gr. 1 to 5j), 1 drachm. 2498 Quiniae Sulph. gr. iij — xij. Pulv. Sacchari, 5 ij. Misce, et divide in pulveres vj aequales. Sumat j nocte maneque. In Nervous Debility and Intermittents, — Radius. 2199 5b Quiniae Sulph. gr. Pulv. Chocolat. gr. vij. Sacoh. Lactis, gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis, tertiis omnibus horis sumendus. Antijperiodic or Tonic, — Kopp. 2500 9 , Quiniae Sulph. gr. xxxij. Syr. simp. ^viij. Misce : fiat Syrupus Quiniae. Capiat cochl. ij minima bis terve de die. Antiperiodii^ or Tonic, — Dr. Copland. 2501 9 Qniniae Sulph. gr. xv. Pulv. Cinnam. 5 ss. Ext. Cinchonae, q. s. ut fiant pil. xxx, quarum sum iv quartis, tertiis, vel secundis horis. Antiperiodic or Tonic , — HensCHEL. 2502 9 Qniniae Sulph. gr. x. Acid. Sulph. dil. ntviij. Aquae Cinnam. 5 iiss. Syrupi, 5 ij. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. j mag. pro dosi. Dr. Dunolison (U.S.). 2503 9 Qniniae Sulph. gr. ij. Aquae Camphorae, 5 X. Tinct. Aurant. ir\xx. Misce: fiathaustus. Dr. Gregory. 430 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS, 2504 9 , Qiiinise Sulph. (seu Aeet.) gr. xij. Alcoholis (seu Spir. ^th. co.) 5 ss. Tinct. Opii, luxij. Misce : sumat guttas xx ex quovis vehiculo. Schmidt, 2505 Quiuiae Sulph. gr. iij. Inf. Ilosae co. 5 x. Syr. Aurantii, 5 ij. Misce : fiat haustus, tertia qu^que hora sumendus. In Ague, — Dr. GEEaOEY. 2606 5 L Quinise Sulph. gr. ij — vj. Morphise Sulph. gr. ss— j. Misce, et divide in doses.ij, iij, vel iv. In Ague, Majendie. 2507 5 , Quiniae Sulph. gr. x. Antim. Tart. gr. iij. Misce bene, et divide in part, vj aequales. One to be taken every two hours during the intermission. In Ague , — Dr. Dominique Gola. 2508 Quiniae Sulph. gr. j. Pulv. Cinchonae, gr. xv. Pulv. Khei, 01. sacch. Menthae, ana gr. v. Misce : fiat pulvis. Eight of these to be given. In Intermittent Fever. — Dr. Naumann. 2509 Qniniae Sulph. gr. x. Ext. Millefolii, q. s. ut fiaut pil. iv. Sumat uni dosi, in die sine febre. In Intermittents. — Dr. Peeufee (Heidelberg). 2510 5 ® Quiniae Sulph. gr. xxx^^j. Pulv. Capsid, gr. xij. Mist. Acaciae, q. s. Misce, et fiant pil. xij, e quibus sumat j vel ij quarts quaque hor^l ad quartara vicem ante reditum imminentis paroxysm!. In Intermittents , — Dr. Thomas. 2511 Qniniae Sulph. gr. xv ad 3j. Acid. Sulph. dil. rqxv. Aquae Cinnam. 5xv. Syrupi, 3j. Tinct. Opii, nxx. Fiat haustus, vel duodenis vel sextis horis ante reditum paroxysm i sumendus. To jput a stop to severe Intermittents , — Dr. Van Bueen. 2512 Pulv. Opii, gr.j. Quiniae Sulph. iij. Pulv. Sacchari, Pulv. Acaciae, ana gr. vj. Misce : fiat pulvis. To he talcen a short time before the Faroxysm of Malignant Intermittents, Neuman THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 431 2513 9 , Quinise Sulph. gr. iiss. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. j. Morphiee Acet. grani partem sextam. Syrupi, q. s. Misce, ut fiat pilula, tertia quaque hor^ sum. . In ordinary Remittent Fevers, — Dr. GreOORY . 2514 Quinise Sulph. gr. viij — xx. Acid. Sulph. dil. q. s. Sumatur in haustu aliquo aromatico, bis terve quotidie. In Typhoid Fever {recommended only in the later stages, when the pulse is comparatively quiet), M. Louis. 2515 9 , Quiniae Sulph. 5 ss. Calomel. 3j. Misce; fiat pul vis. This to be given at once ; an hour afterwards, the same dose of Quinine with 5 grains of James’s Powder; and in two hours more, 3iss of Castor Oil. If the dose be vomited at first, it is to be repeated, and a mustard plaster applied to the epigastrium. In Yellow Fever,— Dr. W. J. Cummins. 2516 9 , Quiniae Sulph. gr. vj. Pulv. Jacobi, gr. iv. Misce : fiat pulvis, ter die sumend. In Remittent Fever, — Dr. Me William. 2517 9 . Quiniae Sulph. gr. xij— 3j. I'erri Sulph. gr. ix. Acid. Sulph. dil. ty\x1. Aquae, Oiss. Misce. 1 A wineglassful every quarter of an hour, or hour, according to circum- stances. In Cholera, — Dr. Bell. 2518 9 , Quiniae Sulph. gr. x. Acid. Sulph. dil. ti\x. Aquae destil. 5j. Misce : fiat haustus. Sumatur talis sextis horis. In Neuralgia, — Mr. C. Hooo. 2519 9- Quiniae Sulph. gr. xvj. luf. Valerianae, 5vj. Aquae Camphorae, 5iv. Tinct. Valerianae, fss. Misce ; fiat mistura, cujus aeger suinat cochlearia quatuor magna tertia vcl quarts qutlque hora. (A dose of blue pill and Castor Oil to be given occasionally.) In Intermittent Fpilepsy, — Dr. Fosbeooke. 2520 9 Quiniae Sulph. gr. ij. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. iij. Pulv. Doveri, gr. iij. Misce : fiat pulvis. Sumat talem tertiis horis. (So as to give 16 grains of Quinine in 24 hours.) In the Dysentery of Ceylon,^Dtk CameroNj 432 THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. 2531 5 L Ext. Belladonnse, 3ss. Quiiiise Sulph. 5 j. M. f. pil. 30. Sum. j ter die. In Q-astralgia . — Dr. H. Green. 2523 9 , Quinise Sulph. gr. j. Pulv. Capsid, gr. f. Ext. Aloes Socot. gr. Ext. Taraxaci, gr. ij. M. f. pil. quotidie ante prand. In Atonic Dyspepsia . — Dr. Clapton. 2533 Quiniae Sulph. gr. xij. Tinct. Aurantii, 3j- Inf. Kosse co. ^v. Misce : fiat mistui’a. One sixth part for a dose. Tonic. — Dr. Hooper. 2531 9 , Quiniae Sulph. gr. ij. Acid. Sulph. dil. Y>\ij. Sp. Myristicae, 5 j. Aquae destil. 5 x. Misce : fiat haustus, semel vel bis die sumend. In Atonic Dyspepsia^ 8fc. — Dr. Copland. 3535 Quiniae Sulph. gr. vj. Acid. Sulph. dil. -y. Tinct. Cardam. co. 5 iij. Aquae Cinnam. 5 vss. Misce. Sumat cochlearia duo ampla bis die. In Spermatorrhoea . — Mr. Milton. 3526 Quiniae Sulph. gr. ij. Acid. Sulph. Arom. n\xvj. Aquae destil. ^iss. Syr. Caryophilli, 5ss. Misce. Sumat 5 j — 3 ij ter indies. Tonic for very young Infants. — Dr. Joy. 2537 Quiniae Sulph. gr. xviij. Magnes. Sulph. 3 j. Acid. Sulph. dil. 5 iss. Aquae Camphorae, 3 x. Misce. Sumat partem sextam ter in die. H. J. 2528 Quiniae Sulph. gr. j ad ij. Sodae Garb. gr. iv ad v. Sacchari, Oj. Misce : fiat pulvis. Sumat talem nocte maneque. In Scrofulous Ophthalmia . — Yon Ammon. THE BOOH OF PEESCEIPTIOKS. 433 2529 Quiniae Sulpli. gr, xvj. Acid. Sulph. dil. 53 s. Tinct. Auiantii, Syr. Aurantii, ana 5 iv. ^ Aquae, 5 vij. Misce. Capiat coclil. iij parva omne meridie. For Children. — Mr. CoULSON. 2530 5* Quiniae Sulph. gr. iij. Acid. Sulpli. dil. n\vj. Tinct. Aurantii, Syr. Zingib. ana 5 ij. Aquae destil. ^iij. Misce. Capiat cochlear, j largum his quotidie. In the Cachexy of Children . — Dr. Oke. 2531 5^ Quiniae Sulph. 53 s. Acid. Nit. dil. 5 iij. Tinct. Aurantii, Syr. Zingib. ana 3 vj. Misce. Capiat ex cyath. aquae cocliL min. j bis terve quotidie. Mr. J. Moegan. 2532 Quiniae Sulph. Perri Sulph. Ext. Antliemidis, ana 9j, 01. Anthemidis, n\vj. Misce. Divide in pil. xx. Sumat unam ter in die. Dr. GJ Bied. 2533 Quiniae Sulph. gr. xij. Ext. Gentianae, 9j. Pil. Rhei co. 3ij. Pil. Hydrarg. gr. vj. Misce. Forma in pil. xij. Dosis, una ter in die. In Atonic Dyspepsia. — Dr. Ryan. 2534 Ext. Aloes, gr. xviij. Pil. Hydrarg. gr. vj. Ext. Rhei, gr. xviij. Quiniae Sulph. gr. xij. Misce. Divide in pil. xij. Capiat j meridie et bora somni. Alterative Tonic and Aperient . — Dr. Baeon. 2635 9> Quiniae Sulph. gr. x — xv. Acid. Phosph. sic. Oij. Pulv. Althaeae, 3iv. Ext. Centaurii, 3ij. Misce, ut fiat massa in pil. sexaginta dividenda. Sumat iij ad vj bis terve in die. In Nervous Delility, icith disposition to Hcemorrhagey as after Abortion. Radius. 28 434 2536 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTIONS. Quiuise Sulpli. 5ss — 5j. Potass. Sulph. 5iss. Pulv. Galbani, 3iv. Ext. Gentianse vel Antliemidis, 5j- Pil. Aloes c. Myrrlia, 5iij. Tlieriacse purif. q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. 120 dividenda, quarum sumantur binae vel tres bis terve quotidie. Tonic and Ajper lent » — Dr. Copland. 2537 Qiiiniae Sulph, gr. ij. Acid. Sulph. dil. Tqij. Tinct. Opii, Tqx — xxx. Aquae, ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus. Every four, six, or eight hours. In Delirium Tremens . — Dr. E. B. Todd. 2538 9> Quiuiae Sulph. gr. xij. Acid. Sulph. dil. iY\.vj. Tinct. Opii, Tqvj, Aquae tepidae, 5vj. Misce: fiat enema. (Wherever the state of the stomach does not admit of the exhibition of Quinine in the ordinary way.) Dr. Joy. 2539 9> Quiniae Sulph. gr. j. Ammon. Garb. gr. yj. Aquae Camphorae, 3j- Pat haustus. To be given three times a day. In Drysv^elas . — Mr. W. S. Satoby. 2540 9 . Quiniae Sulph. gr. xij. Acid. Sulph. dil. Sp. Cliloroformi, aA 3ij. Tinct. Aurantii, ad ^iss. Fiat mistura. A teaspoonful three times a day in a little water. In Atonic Dysjpejpsia . — Sir J. E. Maetin. 2541 9 Quiniae Sulph. gr.j. Pulv. Digitalis, gr, f. Pulv. Opii, gr. Conf. Rosae, q. s. Fiat piiula. One pill four times a day. In Pyrexia of Phthisis , — Niemeyee. 2542 9 Quiniae Sulph. Ferri Sulph. aa gr. j. Magnes. Sulph. 5j. Aquae, 3j. Fiat haustus. To be taken three times a day. In Acne Posacece , — Dr. Dyce Duckwoeth. 2543 9 Ferri et Quiniae Citratis, Ext. Gentianae, ana 5ss. Misce, ut fiat massa in pilulas xij dividenda. Towjc.—Dr. Hoopee. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 43S ^544 9 , Ferri et Quiiiise Citratis, gr. xlviij. Tinct. Aurantii, 3ss. Aquse, 3 vss. Misce. Sumat 3ss bis die. Dr. W. Budd. 2545 9 I’erri et Quinise Citratis, Oij. Pulv. Myrrhse, gr. vj . Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat j quotidie bora ante prandium. In Dyspepsia, 2546 9 I’erri et Quiniee Citratis, 5 iss. Ammon. Garb. 5 ij. Tinct. Aurantii, Aquae, §ij. Misce. Sumat cochl. j minimum bis in die ex aqua. Prescriptions containing the [salts of Quinine which are not officinal. 2547 9 Quiniae Arseniatis, gr. |. Aquae destil. ^iss. Syr. flor. Aurant. 3 j. Misce : fiat liaustus. Capiat aeger j talem quartis horis per dies duas, febre aggrediente. In Tertian Agues, loJien Quinine and Arsenic, given separ^ ately, have failed. Dr. Neligan. 2548 9 Quiniae Diarsenitis, gr. iv. ’ Micae panis, q. s. ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat j bis, ter, quaterve in die. In Lepra and other Cutaneous Diseases , — Dr. KingboN. 2549 9 Quiniae Diarsenitis, gr. iv. Sacchari pulv. Pulv. Acaciae, ana 5 ss. Misce, et divide in pulveres xij. Sumat j bis in die. In Lepra, Dr. KiNGDON. 2550 9 Quiniae informis (amorphous), gr. ij. Acidi Citrici, gr. j. Syr. Limon. 3 j. Aquae destil. Misce : fiat liaustus, ter in die sumendus. In General Dehility, and in Convalescence from Acute Diseases, Dr. Neligan. 2551 9 Quiniae Ferrocyanatis, gr. xxiv. Mucilaginis, q. s. ut fiant pil. xij. Two for a dose. Mr. DofOVAN. 436 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPTIONS. 2553 Quinise Ferrocyanatis, gr. iv. Alcoholis, 5 j. Solve, et adde Aquae Camphorse, 5 vij. Misce : fiat haustus, sumendus postquam agitata est pliiala. In Ague , — Mr. Donovais-. 2553 Quiiiiae Muriatis, 3j. Aquae Menthae pip. 5 ss. Misce. Twenty to sixty drops every two hours. In Intermittents of Children, — Radi CIS. 2554 5® Quiniee Muriatis, gr. viij. Aquae Foeniculi, 5v. jFtheris Muriatici, 5 j. Sacchari, Jss. Misce. A spoonful every two hours. In Intermittents, — Radius. 2555 Quiniae Muriatis, gr. xij. Acid. Hydrochlor. dil. nqv. Aquae destil. ^vij. Syr. flor. Aurant. Misce : fiat mistura. Capiat cochl. duo ampla ter in die. In Chronic Dehility, — Dr. Neligan. 2556 9 , Hydrarg. et Quiniae Chloridi, gr. xv. Opii, gr. vj. Micae panis, q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. xxx dividenda. Sumat j ter die. To produce Salivation, — Dr. Hamilton. 3557 9> Quiniae Kinatis, Piperis nigri, Ext. Absinthii, ana 5j. Misce : fiant pil. lx. Two every two or three hours. In obstinate Intermittents, — Ronandee. 2558 9“ Quiniae Lactatis, 5ss. Ext. Juniperi^ q. s. ut fiant pil. xx. Two to six a day. In Intermittents ,^' BovoB . KSii > XT , 2559 9 Quiniae Lactatis, gr. vij. Aquae Menthae vir. 5v. Syr. Caryophylli, 5j. Aquae, Siiiss. Misce. To be taken in divided doses during the apyrexia. In Intermittents, — Bouchaedat. 2560 9 Quiniae Valerianatis, gr. viij. Mucilag. 3ij. Aquae, ad 5 iij. Misce. Dose. 5 j“~ 5 ss. In Keuralgia, — Dr. Dayey. THE BOOK OP PRESCPvIPTldKS. 437 25G1 Quinise Valerianatis, gr. ix. „ v Ext. Gentianse, gr. xxiv. ^ . Misce : fiant pilulse duodecim, quarurn cap. j ter die. / In Nervous Debility and Hysteria, — Dr. 2562 Quiniae Valerianatis, gr. vij. Inf. Cascarillae, ^iv. Misce ; fiat mistura, cujus capiat semiuiiciam sextis horis. Nor Hysterical and Neuralgic Affections in debilitated habits. Dr. Neligan. 2563 5“ Quiniae Valerianatis, gr. ix. Decoct. Taraxaci, 5vj. Tinct. Sumbuli, 5ij. Inf. Lupuli, Misce : fiat mistura, a cujus coclil. ij raagna omiii meridie sumend. 2561 Quiniae Tannatis, gr. iij. Mucil. Acaciae, q. s. ut fiat pilula. Sumat talem ter die. In Intermittent Neuralgia.^Dv. W. Budd. RESINA. Desin, This is the hard, yellow, semitransparent residuum left after the distillation of the volatile oil from common turpen- tine. Melted and shaken with water, it becomes white resin. R^sin 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. The preparations are Unyuentum^Nesince ; and JEJmplastrum Resince, known as adhesive or sticking plaster. 2565 9* Pulv. Resinse, 5iv^ Pulv. Acaciae, Pulv. Carbonis, ana 5j. Misce; fiatpulvis hmraostaticus. To check external Bleeding , — GiriBOURT. 2566 9 Resinae albae, 5viij. Elemi, 5ij. Terebinth. Venetae, Olei bacc. Lauri, ana 5j. Liqua simul, et cola. A good adhesive ^piaster. — For. RHAMNUS. Buckthorn, The Berries of Rhamnus catharticus^ the Purging Buck- thorn (Nat. Ord. Rhamnacece)^ are used in the recent state 438 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 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. Buck- thorn is a pow^erf ul hydragogue cathartic, but rather too strong and irritating for general use. It is chiefly used in dropsy. Dose of the ^Fresh Berries, 20 to 40 grains. * Expressed Juice, ^ to 1 ounce. Syruptis Bhamnii 1 drachm. 2567 5^ Syr. Rhamni, ^ss. Tinct. Senuse, Tinct. Rhei, ana 5j. Aquae Anethi, 5vj. Misce: fiat haustus purgans. Bhatania. See Keameria. RHEUM’. Muharh. The drug known by this name is the root of various species of Rheum (Nat. Ord. Polygonacece)y 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, Chrysophanic Acid, 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 w^ell fitted for use in diarrhoea, but it is not appro- priate in constipation, where a continuous aperient action is desired. It is non-irritant, an adjuvant to other cathartics, and a good purge for infants. It may be given in the form of dinner-pills in atonic dyspepsia. Dose of Fulvis Bhei, 1 to 5 grains as a stomachic ; 10 to 20 grains as a purge. Extractuni Rhei, 5 to 15 grains. Jnfusum , 1 to 2 ounces. Filula comp., 5 to 10 grains. Fulvis comp., 20 to 60 grains. Syrupus , 1 to 4 drachms. Tinctura , 1 to 2 drachms as a stomachic ; ^ to 1 ounce as a purgative. Vinum , 1 to 2 drachms. *Pilula — — et Ferri, 5 to 20 grains. THE BOOK OP PEESCRIPTIONS. 439 256S 9, Pulv. Eliei, Pulv. Calumbae, ana gr. x. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. v. Misce : fiat pulvis, liora sonmi sum. As an aperient in T>ys^e^sia» — Dr« W. AlNSLiE, 3569 9 Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis. Cap. talem omni mane. ' In ScBmatemesis.'^Dv, Hamilton. 2570 9 Pulv. Rhei, gr. xij. Hydrarg. Subchlor. Pulv. Zingib. ana gr. iij. Misce : fiat pulvis, alternis auroris sumendus. For Diarrhoea in Intermittents. — Dr. THOMAS. 2571 9 Rhei, gr. xv. ’ Calomel, gr. iij. Pulv. Zingib. gr. ij. Misce: fiat pulvis. Strong Cathartic. — Dr. Joy. 2572 9 Pulv. Rhei, gr. vj. Potass. Tart. Acid. gr. xij. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. iij. Sacchari, Oj. Misce : fiat pulvis. A gentle Purgative for Children. — Dr. JoY. 2573 9 Pulv. Rhei, 3j. 1 Magnes. Carb. 3ij. Pulv. Cinnam. gr. x. Misce. Sumat gr. iij vel iv hora quaque tertiS, ; for children six months old; 6 to 10 graius for from six to tv/elve months old. Drs. Eyanson and Maijnsell. 2574 9 Pulv. Rhei, Sodai Carb. Ext. Gentianse, ana 5iss. Misce. Divide in pil. 60. 2 — 6 pro dosi. Phaem. Guyensis. 2575 9 Pulv. Rhei, Pulv. Zingib. ana 5ss. Ext. Anthemidis, 5j. Misce. Divide in pil. xxx. Three before every meal. In Dyspepsia and Chlorosis . — Dr. A. T. Thomson. 2576 9 Pulv. Ipecac, gr. x. Pulv. Rhei, 3ij. Syrupi, q. s. ut fiant pil. xij. Sumat j vel ij post prandium omni die. Jn Dyspepsia, — Dr, Dupp, 440 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 2577 ^hei, Oiv. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. xxiv. Saponis, 9ss. Misce, et divide in pil. xxiv, quarum sumatur j ter die. Mild Aperient for congested states of the Intestines, Dr. Defitt. 2578 Pulv. Rhei, 5 j. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. x. 01. Carui, ty\x. Mucilag. Acacise, q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. xx dividenda, quarum ij omni nocte sumat. In Constipation. — Dr. Chapman. 2579 9 , Pulv. Capsid, 5 j. Pulv. Rhei, 5 ij. Sacchari faecis, q. s. Misce, et divide in pil. 60. Sumat 2 — 3 ante prandium. In Dyspepsia . — Phaem. Gfyensis. 2580 9 , Pil, Rhei co, 3iiss. PiL Hydrarg. 3ss. Misce. Div. in pil. xij. Capiat ij hor& somni semel in hebdomads,. In Dyspepsia. — Dr. G. Died. 2581 5 ;, Pil. Rhei co. 3 SS. Pil. Galbani co. 3j. Misce, et divide in pil. x. Sumat j vel ij omni nocte. In Hysteria. — Dr. Geegoet. 2582 Pil. Rhei co. gr. v. Pil. Galbani co. Pulv. Zingib. ana gr. ij. 01. Anthemidis, rqj. Misce ; fiant pilulae duae, liora somni sumendae. In Indigestion. — Dr. Geegoet. 2583 Pil- Khei co. 5 j. Pil. Galbani co. 5 ss. Pulv. Antim. gr. xviij. 01. Lavandulae, Tt\,iv. Misce: fiant pil. xxiv, quarum sumat duas omni nocte, vel alt. qu^lque nocte. Alterative and Laxative. 2584 5“ Pulv, rad. Rhei, Aloes Socot. ana 3iss. Saponis Castil. Pulv. Calumbae. ana 9j. Misce : fiant pil. xx. Dinner-pills for the Dyspepsia of old persons* — Dr. DAT. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 441 2585 Misce, quotidie. 2586 2587 2588 2589 2590 2591 2592 9 . Pil. RUei CO. 5j. Pil, Aloes c. Myrrh a, Pulv. Zinsib. ana 3j. Syr. Zingib, q. s. et divide in pil. xx sequales. Sumat j vel ij ante prandium In Indigestion. — Dr. Gregory, 9> Pil. Rhei CO. 3ij. 01. Crotonis, ir^j. Pil. Coloc. CO. 3j. 01. Carui, rqij. Saponis, gr. iv. Misce, et divide in pil. xv. Sumat j vel ij nocte. • In Indigestion. — Dr. GREGORY. Pulv. Rhei, Pulv. Myrrhse, ana gr. xv. Ext. Aloes, gr. vij. Ext. Anthemidis, 3iss, Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiant pil. xx. Sumat ij vel iij hor^ una ante prandium. In Dgsjpepsia with Constipation. — Mr. Sayory. Pulv. Rhei, Sodae Acetatis, Eellis Tauri insp. ana 5ij. Pulv. Acaciae, q. s. Fiat massa pilularis. Resolvent.— Danica. Pil. Rhei co. 5j. Pulv. Scammonii, 5ss. Pulv. Zingib. gr. x. 01. CaryophyJli, nxiv. Theriacae, q. s. Misce, et divide in pil. xxiv. Sumat j vel ij pro re naU. Habitual Constipation. — Dr. JoY. 9 . Pulv. Rhei, gr. x — xv. Pulv. Cretae co. gr. vij. Pulv. Ipecac, co. gr. iij — vij. Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiat bolus, hor^ sorani sum. In Diarrhoea. — Dr. Copland. 9> Pulv. Rhei, 3j. Pulv. Cretae Aromat. gr. xv. Aquae Menthae pip. 5iss. Misce : fiat haustus. In Diarrhoea. — Dr. Gregory. 9> Pulv. Rhei, 3j. Potass. Sulphat. gr. xv. Aquae Menthae pip. ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus purgans. Dr, Gregory. 442 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3593 2594 3595 3593 2597 3598 3599 9 . Mist. Gentianse co. 5ix. Tinct. Rhei, 5ij. Tiuct. Cubebse, 5j. Misce ; fiat haustus catharticus. Dr. Paris. 9 Pulv. Rhei, »r. xv. Magnes. calcin. Pulv. Cretae Aroraat. ana 3j. Aquae Menthae pip. ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus purgans. Mr. Sayort. 9 Pulv. Rhei, Potass. Sulphat. ana 3j. Decoct. Aloes co. Aquae Menth. vir. ana 5vj. Sp. Ammon. Aromat. 5ss. Misce : fiat haustus. Cordial Aperient , — Dr. Druitt. 9 Pulv. Rhei, 3j. Pulv. Cretae Aromat. 3ss. Sp. Ammon. Arom. rqxxx. Aquae Cinnam. Aquae destil. ana 5vj. Tinct. Rhei, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus, sextis horis repetendus. In Diarrhoea. 9 Pulv. Rhei, Sodae Garb. Sacchar. Alb. aa 3j. 01. Lavandulae, rqv. Aquae, 5j. Piat haustus. To allay false pains during Pregnancy . — * 9 Pulv. Rhei, 3j. Magnesiae, 5ss. Syr. Rhei, 5ss. Sp. Myristicae, 5iij. Aquae ad. ^iss. Piat haustus purgans. To be taken at bedtime. # 9 Pulv. Rhei, 5 j. Magnes. 3 iss. Pulv. Zingib. 3j. Aquae Menthae pip. Oj. Misce. (Dose, 5 ss.) Tonic in Dyspepsia , — Dr. Gregory, THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 443 2600 9 , Rhei rad. 5 ss. Sodee Garb. 3j. Decoct. Glycyrrhizse, 5^ and 5 ij. Syr. Aurantii, 5 vj. Misce. Doses ab ^ss ad semel, bis vel ter quotidie. (A pleasant and efficacious method of administering small doses of rhubarb in dyspepsia.) Speague. 2601 p, Inf. Rhei, Decoct. Aloes co. Inf. Gentianse co. Inf. Caryophylli, ana ^iss. Piat mistura, cujus sumat partem quartam bis die. • Dr. Bright. 2602 P Inf. Rhei, 5 iv. Inf. Caryophylli, Tinct. Gentianse co. 5 iv. Syr. Zingiberis, 5 iiss. Misce. Two teaspoonfuls three times a day. Tonic and Aperient . — * 2603 p Pulv.Rhei, Bismuthi Subnit. Pulv. Cretee Aroraat. ana Aquae Menth. pip. ^iv. Misce. Sumatur pars quarta bis die. In Habitual Constipation.^l)Y. Druitt. 2604 P Tinct. Rhei, Tinct. Gentianae co. ana ^ss. Tinct. Cardara. eo. 5j* Sodae Boratis, 5 ss. I Tinct. Zingib. 5 ij. Bismuthi Oxidi, 5j. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus, prius agitatae, sumat cochl. j medium cum aquae gelidae cochl. j magno ter in die post cibum. In Diarrhoea, — Dr. Richmond. 2605 p Inf. Rhei, ^ss. Potass. Bisulph. 5 ss. Tinct. Cinnam. co. 3ss. Syr. Sennae, 3 ss. Misce. Sumat 5 j hora quaque tertiA. Aperient for Infants. — Drs. EVANSON and Macnsell. 2606 P Pulv. Rhei, Magnes. ana 3j. 01. Anisi, T^ij. Sacchari, 5 j. Aquae destil. ad 3ij- Tinct. Rhei, 5 j. Sp. Amm. Arom. nyxy. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sum cochl. j parvum pro re nat&. For the Flatulence of Infants . — Dr. Underwood, 444 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 2607 9 , Potass, Sulpli. gr. xij. Inf. Rhei, 5 vss. Tinct. Aurantii, 5 ss. Aquae Cinnam, 5 iss. Misce. Capiat Jss pro re natS, Aferientfor Children of three years of age . — Dr. West. 2608 Pulv. Rhei, Sodae Carh. ana 3 s s. Aquae Menthae pip. 5vj- Syrupi, 5 ij. Fiat mistura. Sumat cochl. magn. vel medium omni nocte. Alterative !Purgefor Children . — Dr. Underwood. 2609 Inf. Rhei, 5 ij. Potass. Bicarb. 9j. Syr. Zingib. 5 ij. Aquae Menthae pip, ^ij. Bose, twice a day. For children with Voracious Appetites and Fed Tongues. Dr. Druitt. RHCEAS. Fed Foppy. Papaver Fhoeas is a common British plant (Nat. Ord. Papaveracece). The petals are mucilaginous, bitter, and very slightly harcotic. They are chiefly used for the colour- ing matter which they contain, but have also been given in the forms of infusion and syrup as an anodyne in the ca- tarrhal affections of children and adults. Bose of Syrupus RJioeados, 1 to 2 drachms, 2610 9 . Petal. Rhoeados, Acidi Sulph. dil. iy\xv. Sacchari, 5ij. Becocti Hordei, Oj, Infunde, et cola. To he taken freely in Catarrhal Affections . — St. Marie. 3611 Tinct. Assafoetidse, 5 SS. Syr. Rhoeados, Aj- Misce. One teaspoonful every hour. In Infantile Flatulent Colic. — Dr. T. H. Tanner. Bhus. See Toxicodendron. mCINI OLEUM. Castor Oil. Castor oil is obtained by expression from the seeds of the Ficinus communis (Nat. Ord. Euphorhiacece)^ a plant grow- THE BOOK OF PRESCKIFTIONS* 445 iiig in India and other parts of the world, and has a peculiar faint odour and taste, and it differs from most other oils in being soluble in its own volume of alcohol. It is a mild laxative cathartic, seldom griping, and safe in operation, and is admirably adapted for an aperient in irritable conditions of the system ; for weak persons, and women after their con- finement; in infiammatory diseases; and in obstruction of the bowels. It is well fitted for children. When given as ^ an aperient in constipation, its dose may he gradually lessened. The dose of the oil for children is from 1 to 2 drachms ; for adults, ^ to 1^ ounce. It may be taken alone, or swim- ming on coffee, milk, or wine and water ; or made into an emulsion with yolk of egg or mucilage. 2612 9 , 01 . Riciiii, 5 j. Pulv. Acacise, Sacchari Alb. aa 3iss. Tinct. Opii, Aquse Cinnara. 3 xi. Misce. A teaspoonfui every four hours — for a child of one year. In Dysentery . — Dr. T. H. Tanner. 2613 01. Ricini, 3 vj. Mucil. Acacise, 3 ij. Aqu£e Fceniculi, ^ss. ' Misce : fiat haustus, pro re nata repetendus. Dr. Thomas. 2614 5 L 01. Ricini, 3 ss. Mucil. Acacise, q. s. Misceantur in mortario, et adde Aquae Menth. pip. 5 j. Tinct. Opii, n\xv. Misce ; fiat haustus pro re nata sum. In Colica Fictonum . — Dr. Thomas. 2615 01. Ricini, 3 vj. Vitelli Ovi, q. s. Aquse Menth. pip. 3 X. Misce s. a. ut fiat haustus catharticus. Mr. Savory. 2616 9- 01. Ricini, 3iss. Vitelli Ovi unius. Misce bene, et adde Aquae Menthae vir. 3 V. Syr. Aurantii, 3j. Misce. 3J IbJ’ ^ ‘iose. A Purge for Children and Delicate Persons. — Dr. Hooper. 446 TRE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 2617 9> Ricini Olei, 5j. Ovi Vitelli, semissem. Tere sinml, et adde Aquse flor. Aurant. Syr. simp, aa 5j. Aquae, 3vj. Misce. An agreeable Burge , — TROUSSEAU and Reyeil. 2618 9 . 01. Ricini, 5ij. Vitelli Ovi, q. s. Tere optime simul, bisque inter teren- dum paulatim adjice, Aquae Cinnam. 5ix. Sp. Myristicae, 33 s. Tinct. Seunae, Tinct. Jalapae, ana 5 j. Eiat haustus catharticus. Dr. Paris. 2619 9 01. Ricini, 5j. Pulv. Sacchari, 3j. Syr. simp. 5 j. Tinct. Opii, Tr\iv. Aquae flor. Aurantii, 5 vij. Misce : liujus misturae, prius agitatae, sumat cocbl. j parv. quartis horis. In Diarrhoea of Children Teething, — Dr. WEST. 2620 9 01. Ricini, ^ss. Aquae destil. 3j* Sp. Pimentae, 5 j. Liq. Potassae, Tq.xx. Misce: fiat haustus. Dr. J. Hamilton. 2621 2622 9 01 . Ricini, §iss. Vitel. Ovor. ij. Inf. Anthemidis, Misce : fiat enema catharticum. j Radius. 9 01 . Ricini, 5iij- Potass. Garb. Oj. Saponis, 3j. Aquae ferventis, Oj. Misce, et fiat enema. In Obstinate Constipation^ Dr. HoOPER. 2623 9 01. Ricini, 3 ss. 01. Terebinth. 5ss. Gruel, Oiss. Fiat enema. In Intestinal Irritation in Sciatica, — Dr. F. E. AlNSTlE. ROSA CANINA. Dog Bose, This plant is the Dog Rose of both the ancients and the moderns. It belongs to the Nat. Ord. Rosacece, The fruit, or hip, is the part used. It contains much saccharine mat- THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 447 ter, 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 Rosce canines. Is an acidulous and refrigerant vehicle. It has been given as an astringent in diarrhoea and dysentery. Dose, 60 grains. ROSA CENTIFOLIA. Callage Rose, This is the sweet rose of the gardens, said to have been first introduced from the East. 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. It is slightly laxative. Dose of Aqua Rosce, 1 to 2 ounces. ^R, JDamascena, 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, 2624 9 . Aquse Rosse, Lactis crem. Ovi Albuminis, l Syq. Violse, ana §j. Misce : fiat collutorium. An agreeallQ 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 colour, 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, mixed with water, is given as a cooling drink, and employed in gargles. A confection is used as a vehicle, in the same manner as confection of Dog Rose. Dose of Confectio Rosa Gcdlica, 30 to 60 grains. Infusum Acidum, 1 to 2 ounces. Syrupus — r- Gallica, 1 to 2 draclims. 1 * Infusum c. Acido Nitrico (Squire). ^Infusum comp. (Ph. U. S.), 1 to 2 [ounces (contains sugar). 448 THE BOOK OF PRESCBlPTIONS. 2625 Conf. Rosse, 5ij. Syr. Tolu. ^ss. Syr. Papav. 5j. Misce. In doses of 5j. Astringent in Botoel Affections . — FoY. 2626 B Inf. Ilosae co. ^iiiss. Tinct. Myrrhse, ^ss. Sacchari puri, ^ss. ^ Misce : fiat gargarisma, ssepe utend. Bor Relaxed Throat or Uvula, — Dr. Hoopee. 2627 9> MellisRosae, 5ij» Sodje Biboratis, 5ij. Tinct. Myrrlise, 5ij. Aquae, Misce ; fiat gargarisma. Dr. Joy. 2628 B Petal. Bosae rubrae, 5ij. Aquae ferventis. Oss. Digere, et cola. Sit enema, quotidie utendum. (To be employed cold. After a few days, 3j of Ext. Krameriae is to be added.) In Dilatation of the Rectum. — Dr. Teissiee. ROSMARINUS. The flowers and tops of Rosmarinus officinalis (Nat. Ord. Lahiatce) have a fragrant odour, and bitter taste, but their most important constituent is an aromatic essential oil. Rosemary is a powerful stimulant and carminative. It is given in hysteria and nervous ^headache. Dxternally it is rubefacient. It is employed as an agreeable addition to medicines of more active properties, and is often added to liniments and lotions. It is mucli used for its scent by per- fumers. Bose of Oleum Rosmarhii, 2 to 5 minims. S^iritus , 10 to 30 minims. 2629 9> Rosmarini, 5j. 01. Olivae, 5iij. Heat till the water is evaporated, express, and strain. As a Stimulating Application . — Phabm. HispaK* THE BOOK OP PBESCBIPTIONS. 449 2630 Rosmarini, Tliymi, Salvise, Origani, Meiithse, ana lb. ss. Aqu 00 ferventis, Ovj. Infunda per lioras xij, cola, et adde Ess. Saponis, 5iv. Ammon. Clilor. gij- Aquse. q. s. ut fiat balneum aromaticum. The roots of the common Madder, Uuhia tinctorium (Nat. Ord. GaliacecB), are chiefly used as a dye, on account of their red colour. The plant is a native of South Europe. The root has a peculiar odour, and a bitter taste. It has been used as a diuretic, and as an emmenagogue. The dose of the powder is from ^ to 2 drachms three times a day. 2631 Rubiae tinctorum rad. 5j. Misce : fiat electuarium, cujus capiat sextam partem ter in die. 'Emmengogue in Simple Atony of the Uterus. — Dr. NEpiGAK. The heavy peculiar smell of the herb Ruta graveolens (Nat. Ord. RutacecB) is well known. Rue is stimulant, car- minative, antispasmodic, anthelmintic, and emmenagogue. In large doses it is narcotic. It is given in hysteria, con- vulsions, amenorrhoea, but is especially recommended in flatulent colic. The powdered leaves may be given in doses of 10 to 20 grains, three times a day. The fresh leaves are more active. Their expressed juice may be given in doses of i to 1 drachm. Bose of Oleum Tlutae, 2 to 6 minims, rubbed up with sugar and water. *Confectio Rutm, 20 to 60 grains. *S>jmpns — , i to 2 drachms in the flatulent colic of children. *Enema — . Oxymel. Scillm, 5ss. Misce. Sumat cochl. j min. subinde. In Hysterical Affections. — Pierqttit^, 29 Theriacse, q. s. 01. Sabinse, n^xy. RUTA. Rue. 2632 Sued fol. Rutac, 5j* 450 THE BOOK OP PEESCEIPIIONS. 5^ Fol. Rutse, Pol. Sabinee, ana 5ss. Aquae fervidse, q. s. Coque ad ^xvj, et adde Assafoetidae, 3 ij, 01. Olivae, 5ij. Misce : sit enema.^ In Hysteria. — Dr. COPLAND. 51 Rutae, Sabinae, Absintliii, ana 5iij. Aquae ferventis, 6j. Infunde, cola, et adde 01. Ricini, 3ss. Misce : fiat enema. For Ascarides . — RADIUS. SABADILLA. Cevadilla. Tlie dried fruit of Asagrcea officinalis (Nat. Ord. Melan- thacece) is very bitter, and contains an acrid principle, described beyond as the alkaloid Veratria. It is a drastic cathartic and emetic, and is used to destroy and expel intes- tinal worms. The dose, which should be cautiously given, as the remedy is highly poisonous, is from 4 to 6 grains of the powder. 2635 Pulv. Sabadillae, gr. ij. Ferri Sulpli. gr. j. 3 Pulv. Santonicae, Magnesiae, ana 9ss. M:sce. Sumatur quater in die. Tcenia.—1B.KDIV^. 2636 Tinct. Sabadillae, 5j. Tinct. Campliorae, §ij. Sp. Rosmarini, ^ss. Misce: fiat embrocatio, cum panno laneo partibus dolentibus applicanda. In Neuralgia and Muscular Fains. — Dr. Neligan. SABINA. SABIN.^ OLEUM. Savine. Oil of Savine. The tops of the Junijgerus Sabina, an indigenous shrub (Nat. Ord. Conifer ce), are possessed of powerful medicinal properties. They have an acrid taste, and unpleasant odour^ and owe their activity to a volatile oil, which may be sepa- rated 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 2633 2634 tHE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 4Sl keeping open blisters, when it is thought desirable to keep up the local irritation, and promote the discharge o£ 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. Bose of Pulvis Sabince, 5 to 10 grains. Oleum , 1 to 5 minims. Txnctura , 1 5 to 30 minims. Vnguentum — , to keep up suppuration. Antidotes. Emetics, followed by opiates, demulcents. 2637 Palv. Sabinse, 5j. Pulv. Zingib. 5j. Potass. Sulpli. 5ij. Misce. Div. in pulv. vj. Sumat j bis die. In AmenorrJioea. — Dr. Ellis. 2638 9 . Pulv. Sabinas, gr. vij. Sodae Boratis, 3j. Pulv. Zingib. gr. vij. Fiat pulvis bis die sumendus. In Amenorrhoea, with a Languid Fulse. — Dr. Copland. 2639 5® 01. Sabinae, Tr\_viij. Mucil. Acacias, 3 ]. Aquae Campliorae, 5iij. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat partem quartam ter die. In Amenorrhoea. — Dr. E. CoPEMAN. 2640 R Pulv. Sabinae, Pulv. iEruginis, ana partes aequales. Fiat pulvis. To be dusted over the part affected. In 'Eczema^ Serpest and simple Excoriations. — Mr. Acton. SACCHARUM LACTIS. Sugar of Milk is the crystallized Sugar obtained from the whey of Cows’ Milk by evaporation. It is nutritive and laxa- tive, and is given, as an article of diet, in pulmonary affections, in irritable stomach following hasmorrhage, and to infants as a substitute, in a diluted form, for the milk of the mother. It is used for rubbing up powerful medicinal powders, as bismuth, &c. 4S2 TME book op PBESCBIPTIOi^S. SACCHARUM PURIFICATUM. The crystallized refined juice of the stem of Saecharum qfftcinarum (Nat. Ord. GraminacecB), is demulcent and slightly laxative. It is given in catarrhal affections in the form of candy, syrup, &c. ; and is used chiefi}^ as a vehicle or ad- junct to other medicines, and to render oils miscible with Avater. The Syrup is the only official preparation. * Dose, ad libitum. ^SAGAPENUM. This is one of the fetid gum-resins, derived from some unknown species of the Nat. Ord. Umbelliferce. It has an unpleasant odour and taste, and contains an ill-smelling volatile oil. It is stimulant and antispasmodic. Though now little used, it has been given as an einmenagogue, and as an antispasmodic in hysteria and epilepsy. The dose is from 10 to 30 grains. *SALEPA. Salep, The tubercnles of Eulophia vera and Campestris (Nat. Ord. Orchidem), are cultivated in India and Persia. They contain starch, mucilage, and gummy matters, and are con- sidered very nutritious. Boiled with water or milk, they yield an agreeable drink for invalids, and may be employed as a vehicle for medicines of various kinds. 2G41 5^ Salepi piilv. gr. viij. EbuL in aqnse q. s. usque solut., dein injice Rad. Ipecac, gr. iij. Post liorse, |. Colaturae, 5j, adde Syrupi Papaveris, 5j. (Interdum adde Tinct. Opii, gtt. j.) Misce. A tablespoonful every two or three hours to an infant under one year. In Catarrhal Diarrhoea, — Dr. Merei. 2643 Acid. Hydroclilor. 5ss. Syr. Simplicis, A)- Mucil. Salepce, 3 \j. Misce. A tablespoonful every two hours. In Typhoid Fever . — NieMeyee. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 453 2643 Pecoc. Salep (gi** x to water Liq. Laudani Sydenhami, ty\xx. Aquae Naplithae, Syr. Papaveris, aa ^ss. Misce. A tahlespoonful every two hours. In Cholera Asiatica. — Dr, Melvin Khoeer (Vienna). *SALICIS CORTEX et SALICINA. Willow-larJc and Scdicine. The bark of several of the native species of Willow (Nat. Ord. SalicacecB) has been used in medicine. It contains some Tannic acid, and a peculiar principle, called Salicine. Its taste is bitter and astringent. It is tonic and' antipe- riodic, and has been used, in cases of debility and intermit- tents, as a substitute for Cinchona bark. The Salicine pre- pared from it has likewise been used in nearly all the cases in which Quinine is so serviceable. But it is doubtful whether it can be so safely relied upon. The dose of powdered willow-bark is from to 1 drachm ; of Salicine as a febrifuge, 10 to 40 grains ; in smaller doses as a simple tonic. Infusum Salicis (Bark, 1 oz. ; Water, 1 pint), 1 to 2 ounces. Unguentum foliorum Salicis (Hufeland) is recommended as a mild dressing to foul ulcers. 2641! 5“ Polygala} amara) Radicis, Coque cum. Aquee, ^xij, ad et cola. Colaturte, adde Salicinsc, gr. viij— ^x. Sumat cochl. j ad ij duahus omnibus lioris. VOM DEM Biscn. 2645 It Salicinsc, gr. xij. Sacchari, 9ij. Misce, et div. in pulveres sequales iv. Sumat j ter die. Keombholz. 2646 Salicinm, Ext. Gentiana}, ana gr. xxiv. Pulv. Glycyrrliiza}, q. s. ut fiant pilulm xij. Vavasseue. 2647 9- Salicinm, gr. xv. Antim. Tart. gr. j. Sacchari, 9iiss. Misce, et divide in pulv. x eequales. Sumat j secundis om. horis. Stegmayee. 454 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 264-8 Salicinse, gr. xvj. Inf. Gentian 86 co. Syr. Hemidesmi, 5j. Misce. Cap. coch. ampla duo ter in die. Tonic in Convalescence from Acute Diseases of the Digestive Organs. Dr. Neligan. *SALVIA. Sage. The common Sage, Salvia officinalis (Nat. Ord. Laliatce) is a native of South Europe. The leaves have a warm, hitter and astringent taste, with an agreeable aromatic odour. Sage is slightly stimulant, astringent, and tonic. It is used in- gargles, and is said to abate the sweating in hectic fever. Dose of Pulv. Salviae, 20 to 30 grains. Infusum is given as a drink in fevers. Acetim is mixed with water to form gargles. 2649 lilt Salvise, Oj. Acidi Sulph. dil. 5i.i- Mellis Rosae, 5j- Misce ; fiat gargarisma. In Relaxation of the Uvula.—RkJ>lv^. 2650 Int Salvise, Oij. Tinct. Cinchonse, Syr. Mori, ana 3SS. Sp. Armoracise, 5j. Misce : fiat gargarisma. For Relaxed tivula. — Cadet. SAMBUCUS. Flder. The fresh flowers of Sambucus nigra (Nat. Ord. Capri- foliacece) have an agreeable odour, and are carminative. They contain a volatile oil. The inner bark and leaves are purgative and emetic ,* the berries are mildly aperient and diuretic. The flowers are chiefly used as a cosmetic to the skin, a vehicle for other medicines, and as a discutient. The preparations are Aqua Sambuci and Unguentum Sambuci. 2651 9> I'ioi'* Sambuci, 5j- Aquse fervidse, q. s. ut sint Colaturse, Jvj, cui adde Oxymel. simp. Oxymel. Scillse, ana 5j. Antim. Tart. gr. ij. Misce. Capiat cocli. j omni nori. Jn Bronchitis ^ — AUGT^STIN, THE BOOK OF PE-ESCPvIPTIONS. 455 2053 9 , Sued spiss. Sambuci, 3ss. AquEB destil. 5 viiss. Potass. Nitrat. 5 ss. Tere Sambucuni cum aqu^, ut fiat solutio,in qua solve Nitratem. Capiat cocli. ampl. bihorio. Refrigerant in Hcemojptysis, Sfo, — Dr. Neli&aj?, 2653 9 , Ext. baccar. Sambuci, Pulpae Pruni, Syr. Rhoeados, ana 3ij* Potass. Nitrat. 5 j. Misce. Two or three spoonfuls a day. In Asthma, — St. Marie. ^SANGUINAETA. This is the rhizome or root of the Canadian Blood-root, Sanguinaria Canadensis (Nat. Ord. R a]p aver ace ce). The powder has a faint odonr, and an acrid taste. In large doses it is emetic and purgative ; in small doses, stimulant, dia- phoretic and expectorant. It is said to exercise a sedative influence on the heart, similar to that of Digitalis. Exter- nally it is escharotic. It has been tried, in combination with chloride of zinc, as a caustic to cancerous growths, but the results have not been satisfactory. It is seldom prespibed in England. Dose of the powder, as an alterative and dia- phoretic, 1 to 5 grains ; as an emetic, 10 to 30 grains. SANTONICA. Worm Seed. The minute dried flowers and tops of Artemisia Cina (Nat. Ord. Comjpositce) are the produce of Central Asia, and are known as Levant Worm Seed. They contain a volatile oil, and a crystalline neutral principle called Santonine. To one or both of these Santonica owes its anthelmintic powers. It is chiefly prescribed for ascarides and lumbrici in children. It frequently affects the sight, causing all objects to appear a green colour. It must be given with, or followed by, a brisk purgative. Dose, 2 to 6 grains for children. 2654 9> Santonicse, Ext. Tanaceti, ana gr. vj. Eerri Oxidi, gr. iv. 01. Valerianae, rry. Misce : fiat pulvis. Vermifuge.— 456 THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 2655 9= Santonic8R, Vixlv. Tanaceti, ana ^ss. Piilv. Rhei, gr. xij. Pulv. Jalap?e, gr. viij. • Pulv. Sacchari, Oiv. Misce, et divide in pulv. vj vel xij pro ratione setatis. Two to three powders daily till the worms are expelled. For Mound Worms. — Dr. Meeei. 2656 R Santonici, Tanaceti cacum, ana ^ss. Pulv, Valerianae, Pulv. Jalapse, Potass. Sulphat, ana ^ij. Oxymel. Scillae, q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Dose, 5j night and morning. An Anthelmintic.— Dr:. Hoopee. 2657 R Santonici, Sem, Tanaceti, rude contus. ana ^ss. Pulv. Valerianae, 5ij. Pulv. Jalapae, 5iss. Potass. Sulpli. 5ij. Oxymel. Scillae, q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Sumat coch. j minimum omni nocte raaneque. (Its use should be con- tinued for five or six days.) For Lumhrici and Ascarides . — Beemsee. 2658 R Rad. Valerianae, Herhae Absinthii, Herhae Tanaceti, Santonicae, ana 5iij. Aquae fervidae, ^xij. Mscera per boras ij, et cola. Liquori colat. adde Salis communis, ^ss, Fiat enema. A Vermifuge. — Dr. Copland. 2659 R Santoninae (crystallizahle principle of Semen Contra), gr. xv. Pulv. Sacchari, ^iss. Mucil. Tragacanthae, et Aquae flor. Tiliae, q. s. ut fiat massa idon. crass. Div. in trochiscos 50. (Each lozenge contains 1 5th gr. Santonine.) One to five daily. For Ascaris Lumbricoides . — Teotjssead and Beveil. 2660 R Santonini, gr. ij. Pulv, Scam. co. gr. viij. M. Fiat pul vis. For Ascarides.- -Dr. Gijt. THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS, 457 SAPO ANIMALIS. Curd Soap is a Soda Soap, made with purified animal hit, consisting principally of Stearine. SAPO DUETS ET MOLLIS. Hard and Soft Soap. Hard Soap should he made of Olive Oil and Soap. Cas- tile Soap* is very pure, but common Soap contains resin, tallow, and other such materials. Soft Soap {Sapo 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 car- bonates 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 pai>ts 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 eyery six. Soap is used externally as a detergent in many cutaneous diseases, and gives lubricity to liuiments 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, 5 to 15 grains. Pilnlas Saponis composita (1 grain of Opium in 6), 3 to G grains. The following are for external use : — Linimentum Saponis. Ernplastruni Cerati Saponis. Emplastrum Saponis. Linimentum Potassii lodidi c. Sapone. 2661 Saponis albi, 3ij. 01. Carui, n\ij ad iij . Syrupi, rj. s. Misce. (Make two boluses — one for a dose.) Purgative and Alterative . — SwEDiAun. 458 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 663 Pulv. Saponis albi, 5ij. Ext. Fellis bovis, 5j. Misce, ut fiat corpus iinum, deiu adde Guaiaci Res. Calomel, ana 5ss. Pulv. Guaiaci Ligni, q. s. ut fiant pilulm granorum iv. j — ij nocte maneque. In Gout» — ViCQ d’Aztr. 2663 9= Saponis medic, 5iv. Gum Ammoniac, 5ij. Ext. Conii, Ext. Aconit. ana 5iss. Pil. Aloes c. Myrrha, 5j. Contunde in massam aequalem, et divide in pil. granor. quatuor. Capiat binas mane nocteque, augendo unam quotidie donee xv vel xx sumantur in die. In Glandular Tumours and Scirrhous Formations. Dr. Lowasst. 2664 9> Saponis Castil. 5iiss. Gum. Ammon. 5j. Ext. Aloes pur. gr. xv. Assafoetidm, 5ss. Pulv. Rhei, 5j. Croci sativi, 5ss. Syrupi, q. s. “ * Misce : fiant pilulae 84, quarum capiat binas bis quotidie. A Deolstruent. — Recamier. 2665 9 , Lin. Camphorae co. Lin. Saponis co. ana 5iss. 01. Cajuputi, 5j. Misce: fiat linimentum. A jRuhefacient. — Dr. Sayoet. 2666 9> Dn. Saponis co. Liq. Ammon. Acer, ana 5j. Misce : fiat linimentum. For Chilblains. — Dr. Thomas. 2667 9> Saponis alb. giv. Aquae destil. 5XX. Pulv. Camphor. 5ij. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. 5SS. Misce secundum artem. Bristol Infirmary. 2668 9> Saponis medic. 5j. Alcoholis rect. Aquae destil. Camphorae, ana Solve leni cum calore, et adde 01. Rosmarini, 3iv. 01. Thymi, 9j. Liq. Ammonise, 3ij. Misce bene : fiat linimentum. Dr, Coplani), THE BOOK OF PRESCBIPTIONS. 459 * SAPONARIA, The common Soapwort, Saponaria officinalis (Nat. Ord. Caryophillaceoi), has been occasionally used as an alterative, diuretic, and diaphoretic. It contains a peculiar principle called Saponine. It has been given in syphilis. 2669 9 . Saponariffi fol. ^ss.i Aquae ferventis, Oj. Infunde per setnihoram, dein cola, et adde saecharum ad gustum concil. (Dose, ad libitum.) In most Chronic Diseases of the Shin, — Dr. Bueoess. SARSA. Sarsaparilla. This 'name is applied to the dried roots of Smilax offi- cinalis (Nat. Ord. Smilacece), a plant of Central America. The root is imported from Jamaica. Sarsaparilla is tonic and alterative, and is sometimes diu- retic and diaphoretic. Its advantage is most appreciated in cachectih and depraved conditions of the system, particularly when these depend upon 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 com- pany 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 scrofu- lous disorders, in cachexia consequent on purulent discharges, &c. It is frequently employed as a vehicle for other medi- cines. Dose of Tulvis Sarsce, ^ to 2 drachms. Decoctum — , 2 to 10 ounces. Decoct. comfositum, 2 to 10 ounces. Extractum Sarsce Uquidum, 2 to 4 drachms. *Syrupus , 1 to 4 drachms. *Extractum Uquidum comp., 1 to 4 drachms. Infusum comp., 3 to 6 ounces. 2670 9> rad. Sarsae, Sodse Garb. Misce. Div. in pulv. xij. Qne every tliree hours in a cup of comp, decoction of Sarsaparilla. Jn Scrofula , — Mp, 460 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 2671 5- Pil- Hydrarg. gr, viij. Ext. Taraxaci, Ext. Sarsae, ana Ov. Misce ; fiant pil, xlviij, quarum capiat tres quater in die. Dr. Copland. 2672 9= Decoct. Sarsse co. ^iv. Acidi Nitrici dil. n\xx — 5 j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 53 s. Misce : fiat haustus ter die suraendus. In Oxaluria and Sy^pJiilis , — Dr. Deuitt. 2673 9 , Acidi Nitrici, Acidi Hydroclilor. ana n\ix. Ext. Sarsae fluidi, ^iss. Aquae destil. 5 '’ss. Tinct. Ciiichonae co. 3 J. Misce : sit dosis sexta pars ter die. In Oxaluria. 2671 Decoct. Sarsae co. Liq. Potassae, 5 ij. Decoct. Senegae, Mellis, 5 iij. Aquae, Misce : fiat mistura cujus suniat cocli. j medium ter in die. In Herpes circinatus of Children. — Mr. C. HOGO. 2675 5 ^ Pulv. Bad. Sarsae Jamaicensis, Pulv. Glycyrrliizae, 5 ij. Liq. Potassae, rqxl — 3 j. Aquae destil. ferventis, 3 X. Tinct. Cardam. co. 3 iij. Macera per horas xxiv et cola. Sumatur totum quotidie. An Alterative in cases where Allcalies are admissible. Dr. Deuitt. 2676 p, Pulv. Sarsap. ^iss. Pulv. Glycyrrliizae, ^ss. Pulv. Coriandri Sem. 5 ij. Liq. Potassae, 5 j (vel sine). Aquae ferventis, Oj. Macera per horas xxiv in vase leviter clauso, et cola. Liquoris colati sumat partem tertiam ter quotidie. Speague. 2677 P Ext. Sarsae Liquidi, ^ss. Acidi Nitro. Hydroclilor. dil. ti\xx. Aquae, %\ y . Fiat haustus. To be taken three times a day. To Syphilitic Cachejxia. — Mr. Eeichsen, THE BOOK OF PEESCKIPTIONS. 461 2678 9> Cort. rad. Sarsaparillse, 5 ij. Liq. Calcis, ^viij. Macera per lioras xij, et cola. Hujus colaturse, ^vij. Syr. cort. Saisap., 5 vj. Liq. Alkalini (Branaisli’s), 5ij — 5^^- Tinct. Aurantii, 3 SS. Potass. lodidi, gr. vj. Potass. IS'itrat. 3ij. Misce : fiat mistura, cujiis cochl. aoipla ij ad iv cum parte sequali lactis calidi commista, bis quotidie capiat. Alterative Mixture for Phthisical Patients, Sir C. SCTJDAMOEE. 2679 Ext. Sarsse, 5 ij. Becocti Sarsse, ^xij. Acidi Nitrici dil. Tinct. Hyoscyami, ana 5 j. Misce. A third part three times a day, along with this pill at bedtime : Pil. Hydrarg. gr. v. Pulv. Opii, gr. Misce. In Syphilitic Ulcerations. — Mr. B. Teavees. 2680 Becocti Sarsse co. Oiss. Carnis Bovini, lb. ss. Coque simul lento igne donee jusculum fiat, quod quotidie sumat. In Phagedcenic Ulcerations. — Dr. Egan. SASSAFRAS. ' The dried root of the Sassafras officinale, an American tree (Nat. Ord. Laurinece), is possessed of stimulant, dia- phoretic, and alterative properties. It is an ingredient in the compound decoction of Sarsaparilla. It owes its powers to a volatile oil. Bose of Oleum Sassafras, 2 to 10 drops, as a carminative. 2681 9> Cort. Sassafras, 5 ss. Pulv. Glycyrrhizse, 5 ij. Aqurn ferventis, Oj . Infunde : suniat semissem nocte maneque. In Scrofulous Complaints . — Hufeland* 2G82 9> laf. Sassafras, Ext. Glycyrrhizm, 3 j. Tinct. Aconiti, ti\x. Syr. Tolut. 3 ss. Misce. Sumat partem sextam pro dose. In Irritable Cough. 462 TJrtE BOOK OE PRESCItXPa?IONS. ^SCABIOSA. The whole plant of the common field Scabious, Scabiosa succisa (Nat. Ord. Di^psacacece), hasheen occasionally em- ployed for its supposed tonic and alterative properties. It is sometimes prescribed in skin diseases. 2683 Scabiosse arvensis, ^ss. Aquse ferventis, Oj. Infunde per semilioram, dein cola, et adde saccliarum ad gustum concil. (Dose, ad libitum.) In most Chronic Diseases of the Shin , — Dr. BuegesS. 2684 Inf. Scabiosse, Oj. Acidi Nitrici dil. 3ij. Syr. Malvse, 5iij- Misce. Capiat cocbl. ij quotidie. In Dorrigo, — M. Biett. SCAMMONIUM. Scammony, This is the gum resin obtained from the living root of Convolvulus Scammonia (Nat. Ord. Convolvulacece), from Smyrna. 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 condi- tions, or in irritable states of the intestines. It is often combined with rhubarb and aromatics ; enters into the com- position of many purgative pills ; and is given with calomel to children. It is useful as a hydragogue in dropsies, and as a vermifuge for children. Scammonice Radix. The dried root of Convolvulus Scam- monia^ from Syria and Asia Minor, is a powerful cathartic. It causes much griping given alone ; but is a good adjuvant to other purgative medicines when a speedy action is required. Scammonice Resina. This resin is prepared from Scam- mony Root by a patented process. There is also a P. B. formula for it. Dose of Scammonium, for adults, 5 to 10 grains j for children, 3 to 5 grains. Confectio Scammonii, 10 to 30 grains. Mistura , as formula, half for a child. Filula comp., 6 to 15 grains. Pulvis comp., 10 to 20 grains. Scammonia Resina, 3 to 8 grains. TilE BOOK OK PRESCRIPTIONS. 463 2685 Pulv. Scainmonii, gr. iv. Subchlor. Hydrarg. gr. iij. Sacchari albi, gr, v. Misce : fiat pulvis catliarticus. (To be taken in a little honey.) Dr. Hooper. 2686 Pulv. Scammonii, gr. viij. Ext. Gentianae, Fellis Bov, inspiss. ana gr. xvj. Misce, et divide in pil. viij, quar. j vel ij hora som. sumat. Stomachic and Ajperient. — Mr. SAVORY. 2687 PuiV. Scammonii, Pulv. Aloes, Hydrarg. Subchlor. ana gr. ij. Misce, ut fiant pil. ij statim sum. At the commencement of Typhus Fever. — Dr. Cheyne. 2688 9* Kes. Scammonii, gr. xv. Sacchari albi, gr. x. Tere probe, deinde adde Olei Carui, rrj^iv. Fiant pil. vj, quar. sum. ij omni hor4. Dr. Copland. 2689 2690 9> Bes. Scammonii, gr. xij. Tere cum Ext. Glycyrrhizse, gr. xx. Ti'nct. Rliei, 51 j. Syr. Zingib. sj. Aquae Ciunam. ^j. Misce : fiat haustus aperiens. Dr. Copland. 9> Scammonii contr. gr. ij. Potass. Sulpii. gr. x. Mucil. Acaciae, 5 ij. Tere simul, et adde Mist. Amygdalae, 3 j. Sp. Myristicae, 3 ss. Fiat haustus catharticus. Dr. Paris. 2691 9> Piilv. Scammon. 3j. Pulv. Zmgiberis, gr. vj. Pulv. Cretae Praep. gr. vj. Misce et divide in pulv. vj. One powder twice a day. A Brisk Burge . — * 2692 9 Pulv. Scammonii, gr. viij — xij. Magnes. Garb. 3j. Mucil. Acaciae, 5 ij. Syr. Papaveris, 5 j. Aquae Pimentae, 5 ix. Misce : fiat haustus, hoiA decubiths sumendus, et repctendus alternis auroris si opus sit. Dr. XuoMASi 464 THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 2693 Scammouii, gr. v. Pulv. Amygdal. co. gr. xxx. Simul terantur, liisque inter terenduni adde Aquse destil. 3iss. Misce •. fiat liaustus. (The dose for children is one third or one half the above.) In Sim'ple Constij^ation, — Dr. Neli&an. 2694 p. Pulv. Rhei, Pulv. Scamraonii, Potass. Sulphat. ana gr. x. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. vj. Tere optinie simul. Divide in pulv. vj. Sumat j quarta quaque hora ad alvi plenam solutionem. Mild Ajperient for Young Children , — Dr. Joy. 2695 Pulv. Scammon. Pulv. Rhei, aa gr. x. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. ij. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. iij. Misce et divide in pulv. iij. One powder at bedtime. An Aperient . — * 2696 Scammoniee, Calomel. Ext. Colocynth. co. Res. Jalap0e, aa partes sequales. 01. Carui, q. s. M. et div. in pil. gran. v. Cathartie, — Dr. Guy. 2697 5^ Scamraonii, 3j. 01. Amygdalse, 5j- Misce bene leni cum calore ; turn adde Mucil. Acacise, 3J- Sumat cochl. j vel ij minima pro dosi. For Children , — Swediauk. 2698 9. Pulv. Scammon. co. gr. v. Calomelanos, gr. j. Fiat pulvis. A Furge in Strumous Ophthalmia . — Mr. Henry Power. 2699 9> E.es. Scamraonii, gr. v. Potass. Tart. Acidee, 9j. Pulv. Zmgiberis, gr. iij. Misce. The powder to be repeated once or oftener according to circumstances. In Uraemia . — Dr. George Johnson. 2700 Scamraonii, 5ss. Pulv. Cretse, gr. xv. Pulv. Cinnam. gr. v. Misce. Dosis, gran, ij ad v. In Constipation of Children. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 465 SCILLA. Squill. The bulb of the TJrginea Scilla (Nat. Ord. Liliacece) is a plant growing on the sea-coast of the Mediterranean. Sliced and dried it forms semitransparent slips, which have a bitter taste. In small doses it is expectorant and diuretic ; in large doses, emetic and purgative. It contains an acrid principle, and in very large doses may prove poisonous. It is given as a diuretic in dropsies, generally in combination with other medicines, but is chiefly used as an expecto- rant in chronic bronchitis, where there is not much fever, and is often conjoined with Ipecacuanha, Paregoric, and other remedies. It is rarely given as an emetic. Bose of Pulvis Scillce, 1 to 3 grains. Filula composita, 5 to 10 grains. Acetum , 15 to 40 minims. Oxymel , i to 1 drachm. Syrupus , ^ to 1 drachm. Tinctnra — , 10 to 30 minims. Pulv. Scillse, gr. xij. Pulv. Ipecacuanha, gr. xxiv. Misce, et div. in pulv. vj. Sumat j secundis horis. In Chronic Catarrh . — FoY. Pulv. Scillse, Pulv. Digitalis, aa gr. Ext. Gentianse, q. s. ut fiat pil. One to be taken tliree times a day. In Acute Nephritis. — Dr. Grainger Stewart. Pulv. Scillse, Pulv. Digitalis, ana gr. j. 01. Juniperi, Tp_ij. Sodse Boratis, Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, ana 3j. Pulv. Cinnam. gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis, bis terve die sumendus. A Diuretic . — Kadiijs. Pil. Scillse CO. gr. x. Ilydrarg. Subchlor. gr. ij. Misce : fiaiit pil. ij, quotidie sum. In Dropsies and Chronic Chest Affections. — Dr. Pyan. 2705 Pil. Scillsc co. 5j. Hydrarg. Subchlor. gr. v. 01. Juniperi, Ti\j. Misce, et divide in pil. xx, quarum j bis terve die sum. Diuretics in Dropsies. — Dr. Hooper. 30 2701 2702 2703 2704 466 THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTTONS. 2706 9, Pil. Scill« CO. Ext. Conii, ana 5ss. Misce, et divide in pil. xij. Suraat j vel ij bis terve quotidie. In Chronic Cough, — Mr. Sayory. 2707 9 Scillse CO. 5 ss. Pil. Ipecacuanhse co. gr. xxiv. Quinise Sulpli. gr. iv. Mucilag. q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. xij dividenda. Sumat j bis ter die. In Chronic Cough, 2708 9 Pulv. Scillse recentis, Pulv. Aramoniaci, ana 5 ss. Pulv. Acidi Benzoici, 3 j. Conf. Sulpli. q. s. ut fiant pil. xxiv, quanmi sum. iij bora sonini et mane ut opus erit. In Asthma, — Dr. E. J. Clark:. 2709 9 Pulv. Scillae, gr. xij. Pulv. Ipecacuanhae, gr. xij. Ext. Taraxaci, 3 iij. Pil. Hydrarg. gr. x. Syrupi, q. s. ut fiant pilulae xxiv. Capiat ij mane et vespere. In Dropsy, — Dr. W. Ainslie. 2710 9 Pil. Scillm co. Pil. Colocyntli. co. ana 3 ij. 01. Crotonis, Tqvj. Misce. et div. in pil. xviij. Sumat iij bis in hebdomada. in Dropsy , — Dr. Selwyn (U. S.). 2711 9 Aceti Scillae, 3SS. Oxymellis, 5iss. Misce; fiat linctus. A tublespoonful for a dose. In Bronchitis , — Dr. Hooper. 2712 9 Oxymellis Scillse, Mucil. Acaciae, Syr. Althaeae, ana 5 ss. Fiat linctus, de quo saepe lambat. In Cough and Sore Throat , — Dr. Paris. 2713 9 Potass. Sulpli. cum Sulpliure, Pulv. Jalapae, Pulv. Valerianae, ana 5 j- Oxymel Scillae, 5 iv. Misce. Sumat adulti ^ss quatuor vices de die, et puei’i e 5j ad 51‘j. A Vermifuge . — Stoerk. 2714 9 Pulv. Myrrliae, 5 j. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. vj. Oxymel. Scillae, Mucil. Acacise, Syr. Althaeae, anaSvj. Fiat linctus, de quo lambat pauxillum saepe. In Catarrh , — Dr. Copland^ THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 467 2715 2716 2717 2718 2719 2720 2721 2722 Aceti Scillse, 5j. Decocti Hordei, ^v. Syr. Croci, Misce : fiat mistura. Sum cochl. j ter quaterve in die. In Coughs, — Dr. W. AiNSLiE. 9> Oxymel. Scillse, Sp. Athens Nit. Tinct. Campli. co. ana ^ss. • Misce. Sumat coch. j minimum pro dosi quum tussis urget. In Chronic Catarrh, — Dr. Gregory. Oxymel. Scillae, Mucil. Acaciee, Syr. Tolutani, ana 5ss- Tinct. Opii, n\xx. Misce. Sumat 5j frequenter in die. In Chronic Catarrh, — Dr. Gregory. Tinct. Digitalis, 5j. Oxymel. Scillee, ^ss. Tinct. Opii, 5ss. Aquae, ^vss. Misce : fiat mistura. One sixth part for a dose. A7i Expectorant.— T>i\ Hoover, Ext. Glcyrr. 5ij. Potass. Nitrat. 5ss. Syr. Scillae, 5iij. i Morph. Acet. gr. j. Aquae, ^iv. Misce. Cap. cochl. med. bis die. Mr. H. Clark. Potass. Nitrat. 5 j. Mist. Amygdalae,‘^vj. Sp. Juniperi co. ^iss. Acet. Scillae, 5vj. Misce : fiat mistura cujus capiat cochl. j magnum pro re natil. A Diuretic. — Mr. Savory. Ammon. Chloridi, Succi Glcyrr. inspiss. ana 5j. Aquae, 5v. Solve, et adde Vini Antimon. 5ij. Oxymel. Scillae, '^ss. Misce : fiat mistura febrifuga. 9- Oxymel. simplicis, Oxymel. Scillae, Syr. Papaveris, Sp. .Etheris Nit. ana 5ij. Acidi Nit. dil. n\xl. Aquae destil. ad ^iij. Cap. cochl. ij maiora pro dosi. Hecker. Dr. Dabington, 468 THE BOOK OF PEESCKIPTIONS. 2723 5“ Sodae Carl), gr. xx. Vini Ipccacuan. )))^xv. Tinct. Scillae, r»\x — xx. Aquae, ad 3 iss. Misce : fiat liaustus, ter in die sura. In Chronic Bronchitis. — Dr. Budd. 27-4 Aceti Scillae, 5ss. Sp. .ditlieris Nit, 3 j. Decoct. Scoparii co. Decoct. Seuegae, ana ^v. Fiat liaustus diureticus, ter de die sumendus. Dr. Paeis. 2725 Aceti Scillae, 5 j- - Potass. Garb, ad saturationem. Aquae destil. Jvj. Misce. A tablespoonful every two hours. In I)ropsy of Bmjphysema. — Niemeyee. 2720 Oxymel. Scillae, 5ij. Syr. Papaveris, 5j, Tinct. Camph. co. 5ss. Tinct. aether. Lobel. 3 ss. Mist. Aniraoniaci, sj. Misce : fiat liaustus. In the Fit of Asthma. — Mr. Savoet. 2727 pt Tinct, Jalapae, 5ij. Aceti Scillae, 3j. Aquae Menth. vir. ^iss. Misce : fiat liaustus diureticus. Dr. Copland. 2728 |b Oxymel, Scillae, Vini Antim. 5ij. Miset, Sumat 5 j omn. xv minut. ad effectum. 'Emetic in the Catarrhal Affections of Children, Dr. Undeewood. 2729 Tinct. Scillae, 3iss. Sodae Garb. gr. xij. Aquae Poeniculi, 3 iss. Syr. Tolu. Syr. Groci, ana 3 ij. Tinct. Gamphorae co. 3ss. Misce. Sumat 5j — 5ij tertiiL quHque hora. In Chronic Bronchitis of Children. Drs. Evanson and Maunsell. 2730 Tinct. Scillae, 5ij. Tinct. Digitalis, 5iij. Tinct. Perri Perchlor. 5ij. Decoct. Scoparii, ad 5vj. Misce. A tablespooiiful three times a day. In Acute Nephritis. — Dr. Geaingee Stewaet. THE BOOK OP PKESCE.IPTIONS. 469 2731 9, Pulv. ScillEe, Pulv. Polygalse Senega?, ana 33. Aqua; lb. j. Coqiie et cola, (lein adde Mellis (lespum. lb. ss, Misce : fiat syrupus, cuique iincia; cujus addatur antimonii potassio -tar- tratis graimm. (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, 2732 9 > Tinct. Scill£e, 31V. Sp. Ether. Nit. 5 vj. Sp. Ammon. Aroniat. 5 iv. Aqum, ad ^vj. Misce. A tahlespoonful three times a day. In Acute Nephritis. — Dr. Geainoee Stewaet. 2733 9, Syr. Scillce, Syr. Papaveris, ana 5 ij. Decocti Senegse, 5 j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. ^ss. Misce. Sumat 5 j — 5 ij hora quaque secunda. In advanced Stage of Pneumonia in Children. Drs. Evanson and Maunsell. SCOPARIUS. Broom, The fresh tops of the Sarothamnus Scoparius (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce) have a bitter taste and peculiar odour. Broom is diuretic and laxative in small doses; in large doses cathartic and emetic. It is chiefly given in dropsies, alone or in combination. Dose of Decoctum Scoparii, 2 to four ounces. Succns , 1 to 2 drachms. 2734 9 > I'lor. Scoparii, 3 j. Sacchari albi, ^ij. Terc simul, ut fiat confectio. Sumat 5 j ad 5 ij pro dosi. In Gout and Rheumatism . — Van Mons. 2735 9 * Scoparii, ^iiiss. Liq. Ammon. Acet. 3ij. Tinct. Scilhe, 5 ij. Tiuct. Campli. co. 5 vj. Eiat mistura, de qua surnantur cochl. iij ampla tertiil qudque hora. A Diuretic, — Dr. Paeis. 470 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3736 Tinct. Perri Perolilor. 5ij. Sp. Etheris Nit. 5iss. Tinct. Scillse. Tinct. Digitalis, aa 5ij. Inf. Scoparii, ad Misce. A tablespoonful three times a day. In Acute Nephritis, — Dr. GRAINGER Stewart. SENEGA RADIX. Senega. SnaTce-root. The dried root of Poly gala Senega, a North American plant (Nat. Ord. Polygalacece), is a stimulating expectorant and diuretic ; and in large doses, emetic and cathartic. It is given in the latter stages of pneumonia and chronic bron- chitis, especially in the old and debilitated ; and is frequently combined with preparations of Ammonia in these complaints. It has been prescribed as an emmenagogue ; as a stimulant in low and typhoid fevers, and in albuminuria. Dose of the Tulv. Senegas, 10 to 20 grains. Infusum — , i to 2 ounces. Tiuctura — , i to 2 drachms. *I>ecoctum — , 1 to 2 ounces. 2737 Pulv. Senegse, 5ss. Cremoris Tartari, 5vj. Magnesise, 5ij. Misce : fiat pulvis. Suiiiat 5j bis in die. In Pannus of the Pye. — Radius. 2738 I’ulv. Senegae, Sacchari albi, ana gr. xij. Camphorae, gr. ij. Misce : fiat pulvis. Dispeusentur tales doses tres. Capiat aeger, inter- jectis duabus horis, pulverem ununi. In Chronic Affections of the Chest. — Dr. Copland. 2739 Puiv. Senegae, gr. xxx. Sodae Garb. gr. vj. Pulv. Scillae, gr. j. Sacchari puri, gr. xij. Misce. Divide in pulv. vj. Capiat unum quarta quaque horA,. In advanced stages of Hooping-cough and Bronchitis in Children. Dr. Neligan. 2740 Sp. Etheris, Sp. Chloroform, aa n\xv. Decoct. Senegae, ad 3iv. Misce. To be taken three times a day. In Acute Nephritis. — Dr. Grainger Stewart. THE BOOK OF PBESCRIPTIONS. 471 2741 9> Liq- Ammon. Anisat. 5ss. Inf. Senegse, 5ij— iv. Aqiijn, 5vj. Misce. Two tablespoonfuls three times a day. In Acute bronchial Catarrh. — Niemeyer. 2743 9> Decocti Senegse, ^viss. Mucil. Acacise, 5 tv. Syr. Tolu. 3j. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus cap. coclil. iij ampla tertiis horis. In Catarrh loith excessive Secretion and Debility. Dr. Joy. 2743 Decocti Senegae, 5iij. Mist. Amygdalae, ^vj. Tiuct. Opii, irtviij. Misce. Sumat ^ij ter in die. In Chronic Coughs. — Dr. Baillie. 2741 9> Decocti Senegae, 5iij. Liq. Ammon. Acet. Mucil. Acaciae, Syr. Papaveris, ana 5j. Misce : fiat mistura. Two tablespoonfuls for a dose. In Chronic Bronchitis. — Dr. Hooper. 2745 Decocti Senegae, 5iv. Vini Antimon. 9ij. Syr. Althaeae, 5j- Misce. Sumat coclil. j parvulum subinde. An Dxjpectorant in the Second Stage of Crowp. — Wendt. 274G 9> Decocti Senegae, ^ij 5v. Ammon. Garb. gr. viij. Tinct. Scillae, n\.xvj. Syr. Tolu. 51 J. Misce, Sumat 3 iij e lacte liora qu^lque quarts,. In advanced stages of Croujpi in Children from three to four years old. Dr. West. 2747 9> Decocti Senegae, 5j. Liq. Ammon. Acet. Syr, Scillae, 3ij. Syr Papaveris, 5ij. Misce. Sumat 5j — ij tertiis horis. For very young Infants^ in advanced stages of Pertussis and Chronic Bronchitis. Dr. Joy. SENNA. This name is applied to the dried leaves of several species of Cassia (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce). The Alexandrian Senna 472 THE BOOK OP PtlESCBIPTIOHS. (Senna Alexandrina) consists of the leaves of C. lanceolaia and^ C, obovata from Egypt, the Tinnivelly Senna (Senna Indica) of the leaves of C. elongata from Southern India. Senna is the most commonly employed of all cathartics. It is sure and safe ; rather heating in its operation ; less irritant than the drastic cathartics, but frequently causes nausea and griping. It is inappropriate when there IS much fever ; and is avoided in pregnancy, and in irri- table states of the intestines. 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 usually combined with some saline cathartic. Dose of Pulvis Senn(^,\0 to 30 grains. Confectio , 60 to 120 grains. Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. Mistura comp. (Black Draught), 1 to 1| ounces. Syrupus , 1 to 4 drachms. Tinctura , 1 to 4 drachms. 2748 5L Pulv. Senna3, Pulv. Guaiaci, ana partes sequales. Two teaspoonfuls to be taken twice or tlirice daily. In Jaundice , — Atjgustik. 3749 9, Pulv. Sennae, 5j. Ext. Taraxaci, q. s. ut fiant pil. xxx. Five to eight pills for a dose. An Alterative Purge . — Hufeland. 3750 Potass. Sulph. 5iv. Sulpli. sublim. 5ij. Conf. Sennae, 3'j* Syrupi, q. s. Misce, ut fiat electuarium. Cap. aeger coclil. j med. singulis noctibus. In Pites. — Dr. W. Ainslie. 3751 9, Conf. Sennae, 3iss. Pulv. Jalapae, 5ss. Sulpli. 3ss. Syr. Sennae, q. s. ut fiat electuarium, de quo capiat instar nucis moschatae, ter quotidie, vel donee alvus commode moveatur. For Hcemorrhoids. — Dr. Paius. 2752 9, Conf. Sennae, 3iss. Potass. Tart. Acid. 5ij. Pulv. Jalapae, 5ss. Syrupi, q. s. Misce, fiat electuarium, cujus sum. cochl. minimum j mane et vespere pro re natd. Dr. Thomas. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 473 2753 2754 2755 2756 Misce tainiiig J 2757 2758 2759 2760 9> Conf. Sennae, Potass. Tart. Acid. 3 SS. Ferii Carb. 5 ij. Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Sumat 5 j in media die et nocte. In Habitual Constipation. — Dr. Graves. Conf. Seniise, ^iss. I’erri Tart. 3if. Syr. Zingib. 5 iij. Misce: fiat elcctuariun]. A Mild Aperient and Tonic, — Dr. JoY. Conf. Sennse, ^iss. Potass. Tart. Acidse, 5 j. Misce: cap. coclil. parv j pro re natA In Constipation , — Dr. Tyler Smith. 9 . Inf. Sennse co. 5j- Pulv. Rhei, 3j. Tinct. Sennse, Tinct. Cayd. co. Syr. Zingib. ana 3j. : fiat liaustus mane seqnenti sum. (To be preceded by a pill con- 3 gr. of Blue Pill and 2 of Ipecacuanha, taken at bedtime.) In Torpidity of Liver, — Dr. Gregory. 9> Inf. Sennse, 5j- Tinct. Sennse, ^ss. Conf. Scammonii, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus purgans. Dr. E. J. Clark. Magnes. Sulph. ^ss. Inf. Sennse, ^iss. Tinct. Sennse, ^ss. Misce : fiat haustus aperiens. A strong Turge, — Dr. Hooper. 9> Pulv. Rhei, gr. x. Potass. Tart. 3ss. Inf. Sennse, ^iss. Syr. Aurantii, Tinct. Cardam. co. ana 5ij. Misce : fiat haustus aperiens. A good Purge for Robust Persons, — Dr. Hooper. Inf. Sennse, 5x. Pulv. Colchici, gr. viij. Tinct. Jalapse, 5j. Syr. Mori, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus catharticus. In Acute Rheumatism, — Dr. Gregory. 474 THE BOOK OP PKESCEIPTIONS. 2761 01. Mentli. vir. nix. 01. Meiitli. pip. TY][V. Saccliari purif. 5iij. Misce, turn adde Inf. Sennse, gvij. Sodse Sulpli. 3j. Tinct. Sennse, 5v. Sp. Ammon, arom. 5iij. Misce: fiat mistura cujus sumat partem qnartam tertiis horis, donee alvus responderit. Warm Saline Purge. — Dr. Copland. 2762 Iiif- Senme, 5ivss. Tinct. Sennee, Vini Antim. 5ij. Syr. Rosm, 5ij. Misce : flat mistura. Sumat cyathuin vinavium, et repetatur dosis donee alvus bene responderit. At the commencement of the Ague. — Dr. E. J. Claek. 2763 Inf. Sennse, 5v. Potass. Tart. ^j. Tinct. Jalapse, Tinct. Sennse, ana 5iij. Syr. Rliamni, 3 ij. Misce. Sumat partem quartam quarta qu^que hoiA donee alvus plene soluta sit. In Phrenitis. — Dr. Gkegoey. 2761 Sodee Tart, ^ij- Inf. Sennse, ^iv. Inf. Lini lb. iss. Misce. Sit solutio, cujus sumat uncias iv omni bora. In jffeematemesis. — Dr. J. Hamilton. 2765 2766 2767 Inf. Sennse, 5ij- Magnes. Sulpli. 5v. Inf. Lini, 5iv. Misce. Sumat omni bora. In Hcematemesis. — Dr. J. Hamilton. Inf. Sennse, Aquae Pimentae, ana 3j* Potass. Tart. 5ij. Tinct. Aurantii, 5j. Misce. Sumat cocbl. j — ij minima tribus omnibus boris. A Purgative for Children. — Mr. Satoey. Inf. Sennae co. 5xv. Potass. Tart. 3 ij. Ext. Glycyrrbizae, 9ss. Tinct. Card. co. 3j. Sp. Ammon, arom. n\xij. Fiat mistura. 3 ij ad 3iv pro dos. A Purgative for Children. — Dr. Undeewood, THE BOOK OF PBESCRlPTlONS. 475 2768 Sennse, Aqute Menthse pip. ^ss. . Mannse, 5ij. Bene commisce, cola, et adde Magnesise, 3j. Tinct. Rhei, 5j. Syr. Rosse, 5ij. Misce : fiat mistura. Sum. 3 j — 5ij secund^ qutlque hora vel tertia ad effectiim catharticum. A Purgative for Young Children, Drs. Evansok and Mauksell. 2769 Sennse, 3j- Tinct. Sennse, 5ij. Tinct. Aurantii, 5j. Aquse, 3j. Misce : fiat mistura. Sumat 3j— 5ij hora quaque tertia ad effectum catharticum. For Infants. — Drs. Eyanson and Maijnsell. 2770 9 , Sennse fol. ^ss. Aquae ferventis, lb. j. Macera et cola. Adde Sodse Sulph. 3ss. Vini Antim. 3j. Misce : fiat enema. In Painters^ Colic . — Dr. Joy. 2771 9> Coffese tostse, Pructus Sennse, aa 5ss. (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. — Teousseau and ReVeil. SERPENTARIA. Serpentary. Virginia SnaJceroot. The dried rhizome of Aristolochia Serpentaria, grow- ing in North America (Nat. Ord. Aristclochiacece), occurs in slender fibres 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 mucli esteemed as an antiperiodic in agues. It is given in combi- nation with various stimulants and diaphoretics, in typhoid and other fevers, dyspepsia, and chronic rheumatism. Dose of Pulv. SerpentaricB, 10 to 15 grains. Infiisum , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctura , ^ to 2 drachms. 2772 9- Pidv. Serpentarise, gr. xxiv. Camphorm, gr. xlviij. Conf. Roste, q. s. ut fiant pil. xviij. To be all taken during the apyrexia. In Malignant Inter mittents.—Yori, 476 2773 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 2774 2775 Iiif. Serpentarise, Jix. Ammon. Garb. gr. v. Syrupi, 5j. Misce : fiat haustus bis in die sumeiidus. To ])roduce Diaphoresis in Fevers^ Sfc, — Dr. Paris. Liq. Sodae Clilorin, 3iiss. Iiif. Serpentariae, ^vj. Syr. Aimmtii, ^iss. Misce : fiat niistura. Capiat cocbl. ampla duo quartis lioris. In advanced Stages of Typhoid Fever, — Dr. Neligan. Inf. Serpentariae, Tinct. Camph. co. 5v. Sp. Ammon, aromat. 5iiss. Syr. Aurantii, 5j- Misce. Capiat quartam partem tertiis vel quartis lioris. Dr. Copland. 2776 9 , Inf. Serpentariae, 5 vj. Aquae Camphorae, 3 iv. Syr. Aurantii, 5 j. Tinct. Cincbonae co. 5 j. Ammon. Carb. gr. iij. Misce : fiat liaustus, sextis lioris repetendus. In Fevers with Collapse and Tutrescence. — Dr. Gregory. 2777 Serpentariae, ^ss. Cincbonae puiv. 3 vj. Cort. Aurantii, 51 j. Aquae, lb. iss. Coque ad lb. j, et adde liquori colat. Tinct. Cinnamomi, 3j. An Aromatic Tonic. — Dr. Copland. 2778 "p. Rad. Senegae, Had. Serpentariae, ana 5ss. Aquae fervidae, Oj. Macere in vase clause per lioram, et cola. Liquori colato, adde Campliorae, 3 ss (prius solutae in iEtlieris, 5iij). Aquae Cinnarn. 3j. Syr. Altliaeae, Syr. Papav. ana 3ss. Misce. Capiat cocbl. ij larga quartis lioris. A Diaphoretic . — Hecker. SEVUM PKEPAPATUM. Prepared Suet is the internal fat of the abdomen of the sheep, purified by melting and straining. It is used as a vehicle in pilh^ and is contained in Einplastrum Cantharidis and Ungueiituin llydrargyri. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 477 ^SIMAKUBA. The bark of the root of Simaruba amara, a large tree growing in Jamaica and South America (Nat. Ord. Simaru- bacece\ much resembles Quassia in its medicinal action. It is not quite so pure a bitter, as it contains some mucilage, like Calumba, and a trace of gallic acid. It is diaphoretic and diuretic. In large doses it irritates, causing vomiting and purging. It is given in all cases where a simple tonic is re- quired, and is much employed in Germany during the latter stages of dysentery and diarrhoea. It is not given in sub- stance. It can be prescribed with the preparations of Iron. Dose of Infusum Simaruhae, 1 to 2 ounces as a tonic. 2779 Pulv. Simarubse, 5ss. Cortis Grauati, 3ij. Aquae ferventis, 3xij. Misce. Maneat per boras duas, et dein colaturie adde Pulv. Cretee aromat. 3j. Tinct. Cardam. c. 3j- Misce: fiat mistura, cujus sumantur coclil. larga iij ter quaterve in die. Dr. Thomas, 2780 Iiih Simarubse, ^iss. Acid. Nit. dil. rr^iv. Inf. Caryophylli, ^ss. i Tinct. Opii, lY^vy Misce. Sumat cochl. j vel ij minima ter quaterve de die, ex decocto Ilordei. In the Diarrhoea of Children. — Dr. Baillie. SINAPIS. Mustard. Black Mustard seeds are yielded by Sinajpis nigra (Nat. Ord. Crucifer ce). 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 princij)le, and a fixed oil. Mustard seeds are sometimes used internally in medicine, on account of their stimulant and carmjnative 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 tlie intestinal canal, and act as laxatives. But mustard is chiefly used externally, on account of its irritant 478 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. and rubefacient properties. A mustard poultice is useful as a stimulant. Applied over the seat of an internal inflamma- tion or local pain, it forms one of the best counter-irritants. It is specially used in disorders of the throat, chest, and abdomen. Mustard lotions and ointments are used for local friction in paralysis, and as applications to chilblains, &c. A mustard footbath is of use to rouse the system in cases of paralysis, poisoning, or torpor from any cause. Dose of the flour, as a stimulant, 1 scruple to 2 drachms ; as emetic, half an ounce to 1 ounce. Catajplasma Sinapis is a good form for mustard poultice ; Oleum Sinapis, Linimentum Sinapis Compositum and Charta Sinapis are powerful rubefacients. Sinapine Tissue and 5 ‘‘ mustard leaves are good and cleanly substitutes for mustard poultice. They contain Capsicine. 2781 9 , Cataplas. Lini, Farinse Sinapis, 3ss. Misce. A Milder Mustard Poultice, — Dr. Copland. 2782 1 ^ Pulv. Sinapis, lb. ss. Pulv. Capsici, Pulv. Zingib. ana Jj. Acid. Acet. pyrolig. q. s. ut fiat cataplasma. Dein adde 01. Terebinth, ^ij. Misce. A Stronger Mustard Foultice. — Dr. Copland. 2783 9 . Pulv. Sinapis, 5ij. Aquae ferventis, ^xvj. Misce : fiat injectio quotidie utenda. In Carcinomatous Ulceration of the Womb, — Dr. Ashwell. 2784 Farinae Sinapis, 5iv. Aquae calidae, q. s. Misce: ut fiat pediluviura. As a Derivative in Cerebral and other Diseases, — Beeal. 2785 Decocti Papaveris fervent. Oij. Sinapis, ^iij- Misce. Imponatur ventri pannus laneus hoc liquore calido bene imbutus, et mox leviter expressus; et renovetur iterum iterumque, donee dolor remisit. For Fain in the Stomach and Dowels, — Dr. Paris. 2786 ft Sinapis Olei (volatilis), iY\ij. Pulv. Acaciae, 5ij. Syr. Aurantii, 3iv. Aquae, ^vss. Misce : fiat mistura cujus sumat coclil. j magn. secundis horis. A Stimulant, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 479 2787 9 . Sem. Sinapis albse cont. Rad. Armoracise, ana 3ij- Cort. Aurantii, ^ss. Aquse Aurantii, ^ss. Aquse, Oij. Coque ad Oj, et cola. I'iat decoctum, cujus sunaat cyatlmm j amplum ter in die. In old Falsy. — Dr. Thomas. SODA CAUSTICA. Caustic Soda. Caustic Soda is prepared in the same way as Caustic Potash, from the Carbonate. Ifc may be used in the same way, but is milder in its action. Liquor Sodce is chiefly employed in Pharmacy, but may be used as an antacid, being less irritant than potash. Antidotes. — Vinegar, lemon juice, citric acid, demulcents. 2788 Liq. Sodse, iv\xxx. Ammon. Carb. gr. v. Inf. Quassise, 5iss. Misce ; fiat baustus, ter die sum. In Lyspe/psia^ with Acidity. SODA TARTAEATA. Tartvated 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 is gene- rally combined with infusion of Senna, as it may cause some griping, if given alone ; or it may be given as a Seidlitz powder — i. e. in effervescence, with some tartaric acid and bicar- bonate of soda. In either of these forms it is an antiphlo- gistic 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, 30 to 60 grains ; as a cathartic, 2 to 4 drachms. *Pulveres effervescentes aperientes, Seidlitz powders, con- tain Eoehelle salt. Bicarbonate of Soda, and Tartaric Acid. Two powders are mixed in water, and taken during effervescence. 480 THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 2789 Sodse Tart. gr. x. Pulv. Eliei, gr. iij— vij. Misce, fiat pulvis. To be taken every morning for two weeks. In 'Enlargements of the Mesentery in Children. Dr. Foedyce. 2790 Sodse Tart. Aquae Mentliae vir. Aquae Cinnam. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus suraat cochl. ij omnilioiA donee alvus respon- dent. 2791 9. Sodae Tart. 5 vj. Jusculi bovini (beef tea), lb. j. Misce. Sit solutio, partitis vicibus sorbenda. In Chorea of Children alout nine years of age. Dr. J. Hamiltoist. 2792 9 Sennae, 5 ij* Sodae Tart. 3SS. Inf. Calumbae, ^iss. Misce : fiat solutio, duabus vicibus sumenda. Dr. Paeis. 2793 9 Sodae Tart. ^iij. Sulph. Praecip. 5 iij. Potass. Bicarb. 5ij. Misce : fiat pulvis, cujus sumat cochl. j min. orani nocte et cochl. ij min. Omni mane ex cyatlio Aquae Lactucae. Gaskoin. 2794 9 Sodae Tart. 5 iv. Syr. Zingib. 5 j. Sp. Myristicae, 5 ss. Aquae, ad ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus. A Mild Aperient. — Dr. Deuitt. 2795 9 Sodae Tart. ^ss. Magnes. calcin. gr. x. Aquae Menthae pip. 5 j. Misce : fiat haustus aperiens. Dr. Hoopee. 2796 9 Sodae Tart. 5 ij. Sodae Bicarb. 9 j. Sacchari albi, 5 j. Misce: fiat pulvis, e cyatho aquae sumendus, cum cochl. magno sued limonis. An Effervescent Aperient. — Dr. Deuitt. THE BOOK OF PEESCEIPTIONS. 481 2797 9= Soda 3 Tart. Sodse Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Lupuli, ir^xxx. Aqu 0 e destil. 3 J. Syrupi, 3 j. , , . . . Misce. Sumatur cum sued limonis cocliL j majori. In Inflammatory Fever, — Dr. Geegoet, 2798 Sodse Tart. 5 ij. Sodse Garb. 9ij. Aquae Anethi, 3SS. Inf. Antliem. 3j- Tinct. Calumbae,- Tinct. Aurant. c. ana 3 j. Misce : fiat liaustus cum Acid. Tart. aran. quindccim in aquae semifluid- uncia solutis, in impetu effervcscentiae sumendus. Stomachic Aperient. — Dr. Copland. 2799 9 . Sodm Tart. 5j. Decoc. Aloes co. Jiss. Fiat liaustus. To be, taken at night or early in the morning. In Uric Acid Diathesis. — Mr. Eeichsen. SODM ACETAS, CITRAS, TARTRAS. Acetate, Citrate, and Tartrate of Soda. {Fffervescing Draughts^ i The Acetate occurs in white foliaceous masses. It is efflorescent, a very soluble salt, and has a pungent and bitter taste. It is a mild diuretic; but is seldom used as a medicine. It is contained in Ferri Arsenias, Eerri Phosphas, and Syrupus Ferri Phosphatis. Dose, 20 to 60 grains. 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 re- frigerant 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 10 grains of crystallized Citric or Tartaric Acid, or 21- drachms of Lemon Juice. One scruple of Bicarbonate of Soda will require 17 grains of Citric Acid, 18 of Tartaric Acid, or i } drachms of Lemon Juice. 31 482 THE BOOK OP PEESCKIPTIONS. Sodce Citro-tartras effervescens, commonly called Citrate of Magnesia/^ is a granular preparation of Bicarb, of Soda with Citric and Tartaric Acid, and with water forms an agreeable effervescing purgative. Dose, 1 to 2 drachms. 2800 5® Sodte Acetatis, Fulv. Rhei, Fel. bovis inspiss. ana 5 j. Pulv. Acaciee, 5 ss. Misce, etdiv. in pil. graiiornm duor. Ten to fifteen pills twice a day. A Laxative.- -AUGFSTIK. 2801 Sodee Bicarb. xx. Syr. Aurant. 3 j. Aquae, 3iss, Misce : fiat haustus, cum 3 ISS Succi Limonis sum. To relieve Nausea and Vomiting. — Dr. JoY. 2802 Sodse Bicarb. 5 ss. Sodae Sulpli. 5 j. Misce. Acidi Citrici, gr. xv. (Dissolve each powder separately, mix the solutions in a tumbler, and drink while effervescing.) Dr. A. T. Thomson. Sod.®: Aesenias. See Aesenicum. SoDJE Biboeas. See Boeax. SODiE CABBONAS 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 car- bonate is also manufactured in large quantities from common salt. Its crystals tend to effloresce in the air. It is an 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 passing a current of carbonic acid gas through the carbonate in powder, the Bi- carbonate of Soda is formed. It is used for the same pur- THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. 483 poses as the other, but is milder and less corrosive. It is more adapted for effervescing draughts. (See Sodce Citras.) Dose of Soda Carlonas, 5 to 30 grains. Exsiccata, 3 to 10 grains. Balneum Alkalinum (Carbonate, 8 to 10 ounces ; Water, 60 gallons), used in skin diseas: s. Soda Bicarbonas, 10 to 60 grains. Trochisci Soda Bicarbonas, 1 to 6 lozenges. Liquor Soda Effervescens (Soda Water). ^Bessarium So Sodae Ilyposulphitis, Sulpli. Praecip. Acid. Sulph. dil. |ss. Aquae calidae, cxxx. M. Fiat balneum. Stimulant hath in SJcin- Diseases , — Biett. SODJE VALERIANAS. Valerianate of Soda. Valerianic Acid is made by oxidising 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 odour and the properties of Valerianic Acid. It may be used as an antispasmodic, but it is chiefly employed in the manu- facture of the other Valerianates. SODII CHLOBIDUM. 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 re- sulted from its omission as an article of diet. 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, ^ to 1 drachm ; purgative, 2 drachms to ^ an ounce ; emetic, I to 2 ounces in warm water. 492 THE BOOK OE PRESCRIPTIONS. 2857 Vo Sodii Chloridi, 5iij. Pulv. Cocci Cacti, gr. xv. Misce, et div. in pulv. vj. One every morning, and finally a dose of some purgative. An Anthelmintic, — Dr, Rush. 2858 5® Sodii Chloridi, Sodrn Pliosphat. gj. Sodae Carb. ^iss. Sodae Sulphat. ^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° Pahrenheit. Heat this solu- tion lastly to 98° Pahr,, when it will be ready for use. ^or Injection into the veins in Asiatic Cholera. Dr. Gr. Owen Rees. 2859 5° Sodii Chloridi, gr. xxxj. Sodae Phosphat. gr. v. Sodae Carb. gr. vj. Sodae Sulphat. gr. j. Aquae destil. Dissolve and heat the solution to 98° Pahr., when it is required for use. (The density of this solution is 1004 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. Maecet. 2860 V° Sodii Chloridi, 3 ij. Decocti Avenae, ()j. Misce. A purgative Fnema^ or to destroy Ascarides. — Dr. Hooper. 2861 5® Salis communis, ^ij. Aquae, 3vj. Aceti, Sp. Vini Galilei, ana ^iij. Misce : fiat fotus. To Bruises , — VoGT. 2862 V° Salis communis, lb. j. Aquae, Oiv. Immitte in balneum, et adde Gelatinae communis, lb. ij, in Aquae, Ovj, prius solutae. Piat balneum. In Scrofulous Affections . — FoY. 2863 5® Sodii Chloridi, 5ij — iij. 01. Olivae, 5ss. Decocti Ilordei, 3hj . Piat enema. To expel Thread Worms. — Dr. T. H. Tanner. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 493 *SODII lODIDUM. Iodide of Soda is alterative and resolvent, and is given for the same purposes as Iodide of Potassium. Dose of Sodii lodidnm, 8 to 15 grains. Sodii lodidi Effervescens, 1 to 2 drachms (2 grains tol drachm). 2864 5® Sodii lodidi, gr. viij. Inf. Aurantii, 5j. Misce. To he taken three times a day. In Syphilis. — Mr. Berkeley Hill. Spaetitim. See Scoparius. ^SPIGELIA. mnTc Hoot. The root of Spigelia Marilandicaj an American plant, (Nat. Ord. LoganiacecB)^ has a faint odour, and a peculiar unpleasant taste. It is a purgative, and powerful anthel- mintic, and is thought to have some narcotic properties. When given for worms, it is either conjoined with, or fol- lowed by, a brisk cathartic. The dose is 10 to 20 grains for a child, 1 to 2 drachms for an adult, repeated morning and evening for some days, and followed by an active purga- tive, as above stated. 2865 9- Pulv. Spigelice, gr. x. Calomel, gr. iv. Misce : fiat pulvis. (To be taken for two mornings in succession, and on the afternoon of the second day followed by a purge.) An AntTielmintic for Children above four years of age. Dr. Ellis. 2866 V° Spigelise, gr. x. Pulv. Stanni, 5 ij. Syr. Zingib. 5ss. Mellis, q. s. Misce : fiat bolus, hor^ ante jentaculum sumendus, et per dies tres repe- tendus ; postea adhibeatur mistura purgans ad alvi plenam solntionem. In cases of Lumhrici. — Dr. Neligan. 2867 9> Spigelioe rad. concis. ^ss. Sennae fol. 3ij. Aurant. cort. Santonici sem. contus. Pceniculi sem. contus. ana 5j- Aquae ferventis, ^xij. Macera per lioras duas in vase leviter clause, et cola. Dosis, cyathus vinosus singulis auroris, jcjuno ventriculo. In Lumhrici . — Sprague, 494 THE BOOK OF PEESCRIPTIONS. ^SPIRITUS PYROXYLICUS. Medicinal Najphtha. 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 pecu- liar ethereal odour. It is a diflusible stimulant, expectorant, and diaphoretic. It has been given in phthisis, chronic bronchitis, gout, rheumatism, diarrhoea, dysentery. In large doses it is a dangerous narcotic. Dose of the Naphtha is from 10 to 20 drops three times a day at first, gradually increasing if nausea be not produced. 2868 Naplitliie mediciualis, r*\x. Syr. Aceti, 5ij. Aquae; 5j. Fiat liaustus. Capiat unum talem sextis lioris. An Anodyne in the Hectic of Phthisis.— NeliGtAN. 2889 5® Naphtliae medicinalis, 3j. Liq. Opii sedativi, 5ij. Misce. 15 drops to be taken three times a day in a little water. In Acute Bronchitis with hectic Symptoms. — Mr. Peoctee. (Though this liquid lias had the name of “Pyro-acetic Spirit ” given to it, it was found that the remedy employed was simply rectified wood- spirit.) 2870 Aquae Naphthae, 5ij. Ext. Nucis Vomicae, gr. iij. Tinct. Opii, iY\^xx. Misce. Ten drops every half hour with small drops of ice, when vomiting sets in. In Asiatic Cholera. — Dr. Melvin Rhoeee. SPIRITUS RECTIFICATUS. Rectified Spirit is Alcohol with 16 per cent, of water, obtained by the distillation of fermented saccharine fluids. It is a powerful diflusible stimulant and narcotic. It is given ill extreme debility. Bxternally^ it is used as a lotion in burns, scalds, erysipelas, &c. Its preparations are — Spiritus Tenuior — Proof spirit, containing 3 parts distilled water to 5 of spirit. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 495 Splritus Vini Gallic! — French Brand3\ Mistura Spiritus Vini Gallic! — a grateful draught in nervous or febrile prostration. Dose, i to 1-| ounces. 2871 ^ Inf. ThECffi, Oij. Sued Limonis, Sp. Vini Gallici, 3 iv. Saccliari albi, §iv. Misce. A small glassful frequently. In Cholera, ^c.-~MAaENDiE. 2872 Sp. Vini rectificati, Albuminis ovi, partes sequales. Misce. To be applied with a feather. To 'Bed-sores in their first Stage, — Sir R. Christison. 2873 9 , Sp. rectificati, f Aquae, f 3 xv. Fiat lotio. To 'produce cold hg evaporation. — Dr. Druitt. 28?4 ^ Sp. Vini rectificati, f 5iv. Liq. Calcis, f 5vhj- Fiat lotio. To infiamed surfaces. — Dr. Reece. 2875 Sp. Vini rectif. 5>j- Liq. Ammoniae Acet. 3 vj. Misce : fiat lotio. A Discutient.—R. G. Holland. 2876 Sp. rectificati, f 5 ij. Aquae {vel Aquae llosae), 5 iv. Fiat collyrium. Phcebus. ‘^SPONGIA. Sponge. 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 hsemor- rliage. When burnt it constitutes Spongia usta. This con- tains a small proportion of iodine, and has therefore proved useful as an internal remedy in goitre and scrofula. The dose is bulky, being from 1 to 3 drachms or more. It may be made into an electuary. 2877 5^ Spongise ustse, 5 iv. Magnes. Garb. Potass. Nitrat. Sacchari albi, ana 5 ij. Misce : fiat pulvis. ( 3 j three times a day.) In Scrofula . — Clarus. 496 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. ^^STANNI PUL VIS. Tin Po^oder. Finely powdered Tin has been used as a vermifuge. It acts by mechanically irritating and dislodging the worms. It may be given, mixed with syrup, for several mornings, followed by an active purgative. Dose, 10 to 20 grains. An ointment of tin pow’der has been used in hsemorrhoids. The Chloride is tonic and antispasmodic. It is prescribed in chorea and epilepsy. Dose, gr. 3* 2878 51 Staimi pulv. 5j. Conf. Sennse, 5ij. Misce. Dose, 5ss. _ An Anthelmintic , — Dr. Hoopee. 2879 9, Pulv. Stanni, gr. xv. Sacchari albi, gr. x. Misce. Sumatur bis die, per decern dies. Postea dentur Calomelanos gran, iij h. s. et liaustus laxativus mane. A Vermifuge, — Dr. E. J. Claek. STRAMONIUM. Thorn Af]^le, Both the leaves and seeds of Datura Stramonium (Nat. Ord. Atropacece) are officinal. The seeds are the most powerful. The root also has been employed. The leaves and other parts have a rank narcotic odour, and bitter taste. The seeds are small, blackish, and acrid. Stramonium is a very powerful narcotic. It quiets the heart, lessens the number of respira- tions, allays pain, controls spasmodic action, and dilates 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 may with advantage be smoked like tobacco. Two or three pipefuls of the dry herb may be used at a time. It contains an alkaloid, Daturia, to which its narcotic properties are owing. Dose of Stramonii Folia, 1 grain and upwards. Stramonii Semina, ^ to 1 grain. Extractum Stramonii, 5 to grain. Tinctura , 10 to 30 minims., THE BOOK OP PEESCRIPTIONS. 49 ? Fomentation or ointment of the fresh leaves allays pain in cancer. Antidotes. — An emetic of Sulphate of Copper ; afterwards, Opium, as an antagonistic. 2880 5® Stramonii, Pol. Salvise, aa partes sequales. (In sufficient quantity to fill a pipe, which is to be smoked by the patient, and renewed three or four times.) In Spasmodic Asthma, — Teosseatj and Eeyeil. 2881 9> Ext. Stramonii, gr. j. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, 5j. Misce et div. in pil vj, quar. j suraat quum tussis urget. In Irritation of Larynx or Throat. — Dr. Hoopee. 2882 Ext. (fol.) Stramonii, 5j. Saponis duri, 5ij. Acacise pulv. 9j. Glycyrrhizee pulv. 9ij. • Mucil. Tragacanth. q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. 60 divi- denda. Bosis j nocte maneque, vel ter die. In Asthma. — Sir II . Haleoed, 2883 Ext. Stramonii, gr. ss. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. Misce : fiat pilula h. s. sumenda. Dr. Paeis. 2884 jpt Pulv. Scillse, Pulv. Ipecac, ana 9j. Ext. Stramonii, gr. v. Ext. Lactuca*, gr. xv. Misce, et div. in pil. xij, quarum j terve quaterve indies sumatur. An Lxpectorant in Bronchitis. — Dr. Hoopee. 2885 pt Pulv. Scm. Stramonii, gr. x. Pulv. Cani])hora;, 5j. Pulv. Sabina;, 9v. Ext. Senegm, 9iv. Misce, et div. in pilulas granor. duorum. Six to be taken three times a day. In Bheiimatism . — VoGT. 2886 Ijt Ext. Stramonii, Ext. Opii, ua gr. viij. Zinci Oxidi, ^ij. Excipientis, q. s. M. fiat mass, pilularis, div. in pil. 40, quarum sum. 1 ad 8 in horis 24. In Neuralyia . — Teousseau and Keteil, 32 ' 498 1?HE BOOS OF prescriftioKs. 2887 • Tinct. Stramonii, t>\^xv. Aquse destil. 3 j. Syr. Limon. ^ss. Misce : fiat haustus Siis lioris repetendus, donee dolor mitescat. In Tic- douloureux, Sciatica, &fc . — Dr. Nelioan. 2888 9 , Ext. Sem. Stramonii, gr. xij. , Vini Antimon. ^ss. Solve. Ten drops to be taken every three hours in some infusion.’ In Spasmodic Disorders . — Hufeland. 2859 9 , Pulv. Sem. Stramonii, Sp. rectif. Oj. Infunde, cola, et adde Opii, 5j- Sp. Camphorae, 3 ij. Fiat lotio. For 'Rheumatic Limhs. — PlEEQUIN. 2890 5 ^ Ung. Stramonii, Potass. lodidi, aa 5 j. Fiat unguentum. In Scrofulous Glandular Fnlargements. • Dr. Smith (Philadelphia). 2891 Ext. Stramou. fol. gr. iij. E.xt. Opii, gr. iss. Aquse Rosse, 5 iv. M. fiat coUyrium. In Fainful Affections of the Fye . — Teousseaf and Reteil. 2892 Ext. Stramonii, 53 s. Morph. Hyilrochlor. gr. ivss. Ovi iinius, vitellum. Misce, ut fiat linimentum. (Pledgets of tow dipped in this to be applied to the painful hsemor- rhoidal tumours.) For Ulcerated Files . — Teousseau and Reyeil. Steychnia. See Nux Vomica. STYRAX. Storax. This balsam, obtained from the bark of Liquidamhar orientale (Nat. Ord. Liquidamhar acece), resembles in action the balsams of Pern, Tolu, and Benzoin, but is less frequently- employed. It is an aromatic expectorant, and may be pre- scribed in chronic coughs and other pulmonary affections. It has been recommended in gonorrhoea and leucorrhoea. Dose of Styrax j)r(fparatvs, 10 to 20 grains. Tilula Styrucis comp. (Styrax, 3; Opium, 1 ; Salfron, 1). THE BOOK OF PRESOBIPTIONS. 499 2893 Styracis prsep. Sodse. Bicarb. Ext. Hyoscyami, Conf. Eosee, ana 5 ss. Misce, lit fiat massa in pil. granorum iv dividenda. Samat ij ter in die. In Chronic 'Bronchitis » *SUCCINUAI. 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 given internally as a stimulant, antispasmodic, and diuretic. It is chiefly used as an active rubefacient and stimulant in liniments and embrocations. It is thus employed in chronic rheumatism and paralysis. In the form known as Boche^s ^Embrocation, it is rubbed on the chest in hooping-cough. This oil, acted on by strong nitric acid, produces Artificial Music. It is also an ingredient in the original Bau de Luce. Succinic acid is sometimes given internally as an antispas- modic. I Dose of Olmm Succini, 5 to 10 minims. Tinctura , 10 to 20 minims. Acidum , 5 to 8 grains. 2894 01. Succini, Copaibce, Terebinth. Venet. ana 3 j. Misce. Capiat y\\x ter quotidie in quovis veliiculo idoneo. In Leucorrhoea, Gleet, Bmissions, <^c. — Dr. Copland. 2895 0^- Succini, y>\80. Pulv. Acaciae, Piilv. Saccliari, ana 3 SS. Tinct. Tolu. 3 ij. Aqum dcstil. ^iv. Misce. Sumat 3 SS secundis vel tcrtiis horis. In Spasmodic Cough. — Dr. Ellis (U.S.). 2896 Oi- Succini, 3 ij. Lin. Saponis co. 5 x. Misce : fiat lininientum. A tcaspoonful at a time to be rubbed into the back. (Similar to Eoche’s Embrocation.) In Hooping-cough . — Dr. Hoopee. ^.00 THE BOOK OF PEESCKIPTIOKS. 2897 Ol- Succini, 5ss. Tinct. Cantliarid. 5j. Sp. Kosmarini, §iiiss. Misce : fiat embrocatio, nocte iitend. As a Counter-irritant in Ophthalmia, Mr. White Coopee. 2893 Sp. Campliorse, ^ss. Tinct. Opii, 01. Succini, ana 5ij. 01. Amygdalae, 5ss. Misce : fiat linimentuin, nocte maneque utendum. To he ruhhed on the Chest in Hooping-cough . — Mr. Savoey. SULPHUR PR^CIPITATUM. Precipated Sulphur is a greyish-yellow powder, free from grittiness, with no smell of Sulphuretted Hydrogen. It is diaphoretic, alterative, laxative, and vermifuge. It is given in chronic cutaneous affections ; asthma and chronic bron- chitis ; cholera ; diseases of the rectum, as hiemorrhoids ; tape-worm ; chronic rheumatism ; sciatica ; scrofula. 'Ex- ternally, it is used in skin disorders, especially scabies. Dose of Sulphur, 20 to 60 grains. 2899 9^ Sulph. prsecip. gr. xv. Magnesise, 3j. Misce. To be taken at bedtime in a glass of milk or water. A Mild Aperient in Files. — Hr. A. T. Thomson. 2900 9> Sulpli. prsecip. gr. j. Hyd. Subclilor. gr. iss. Cretse prsep. gr. v. Syrupi, q. s. ut fiat pilula, mane nocteque sumenda. In Tinea Capitis. 2901 9 Sulpli. prsecip. 5ij. Aquse I’ceniculi, ^iij. Aquse Cinnam. 3j. Syr. Papaver. ^ss. Misce. Sumat 5ss secundis horis. In Diabetes Mellitus. — AuOUSTlN. 2902 9 Sulph. prsecip. 5ij. Camphorse, gr. x. Pulv. Acacise, 3j. Liq. Calcis, Aquse Rosse, aa 5ij- Fiat lotio. To bo applied at bedtime ; next morning rub off the sulphur adhering, but without \vettiug the skin. In Acne Vulgaris. — Kummeefeld. THE BOOK OF PBESCBTPTIONS. 501 2903 Sulpli. prsccip. Zinci Oxidi, aa 5 ss. Aquae Canipli. Fiat lotio. First wash the affected parts with soft soap dissolved in spirit, and then apply the lotion. In Acne Vulgaris . — Dr. Dyce Duckworth. SULPHUR SUBLIMATUM. Sublimed Sulphur is a slightly gritty pow^der, of a fine greenish-yellow colour, without taste or odour until heated. It is alterative, diaphoretic, and purgative. Its action is similar to Precipitated Sulphur, but less powerful. It is prescribed in the same affections. Dose of Sulphur Sullxmatum, 20 to 60 grains. Confectio Sulpkuris, 1 to 2 drachms. JJnguentum , for external use. 2904 Pj Sulphuris, 5 j. Pulv. Sem. Foeniculi, 3 ij. Pulv. Glycyrrhizae, 5iv. Misce : sumat cochl. j min. subinde. In Catarrh . — Phcebus. 2905 p, Sulphur, sublim. siss. Sacchari non purif. Potass. Tart. Acid, ana 5 ij. I Misce : fiat pulvis, bis die sumendus. In Scabies, Impetigo, <^c . — Dr. W. Ainslie. 2906 p. Sulphuris, 3 SS. Potass. Nitrat. 5 ij. Potass. Tart. Acid. 3j. Pulv. Jalapse, 3 ss. Pulv. Cinnam. co. 5 j. Misce: fiat pulvis, cujus sumat cochl. parvum omni nocte ex quovis veliiculo. In Hcemorrhoids and Fsora. — Dr. Ryah. 2907 P- Sulphur, sublim. 3j. Sodm Bicarb. 5 ,). Pulv. Ipecac, gr. v. Misce. Sumat 3j— 3ij b. s. cx lacte. As a Laxative on Change of Life . — Dr. Tilt. 2908 P> Sulphur, sublim. 5 ij. Potass. Acid. Tart. 3SS. Syr. Limonis, Sacchar. Alb. aa ^iij- Fiat pulvis. A. tcaspoonful two or tliree times daily. In Constipation . — Niemeyer. 502 THE BOOK OF PEESCKIPTIOKS. 29C9 9 , Sulphuris, 33 . Magnesise, gr. xv, Tere simul, mediante mist. Acacise, et adde Mist. Amygdalae, 3 x. Syr, Zingiberis, 53s. Fiat liaustus catliarticus. Dr. Paeis. 2910 Sulph. sublim. 3ss. Potass. Tart. Acid. 5 iss. Conf. Sennae, sj. Syrupi, q. s. Misce, ut fiat electuarium, cujus sumat cochl. j parv. hora somni. In Piles . — Dr. W. Ainslie. 2911 Potass. Tart. Acid. 3ss. Sulpliuris, 3j* Conf. Piperis nig. 3 ij. 01. Garni, rryvj. Theriacae, ^iij. Misce : fiat electuarium. Sumat cochl. j minimum bis in die. In Hcemorrhoids . — Dr. JOY. 2912 9 . Sulpliuris, 3j. Acid. Sulpli. 33 , Axungiae, ^ij. Misce : fiat unguentum. A fourth part to be rubbed upon the body night and morning. ^ In Scabies.^Jyr. A. T. Tho3isok. 2913 9> Ficis liquidae, Cerae flavae, 3ss. Solve leni calore, et, ante fri^efact., adde terendo Sulpliuris, 33 , Misce ; fiat unguentum. In Porrigo Scutulata, Impetigo Favosa, Sfc. — Dr. Joy. 2914 9> Sulphur, sublim. Uiig. Picis liquidae, ana siss. Saponis mollis, Ammon, chlor. ana 5s s. Misce: fiat unguentum. In Porrigo . — Dr. Chapmak. 2915 9> Sulphuris, 5ss. In loco clauso, prope partem affectara, et super metallo rite calefacto vapora. For a Fumigation in Itch and other Shin Diseases. Dr. Bueoess. 2916 9> BJig- Sulph. 5ss. Hydrarg. Ammon, gr. xx. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. In Heroes tonsurans, — Dr. Jennee, THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS, 503 £917 V- Sulplmris, 5 ij. Potass. Garb. 5 , 1 '. Aquje, 5 xvj. Misce: fiat lotio. In Fruri^o. — Dr. Buecess. 2918 Sulplmris, §v. Potass. Garb. ^ij. Aquse, 5j. 01. Olivse, 5 IV. Solve Potassam in aqu4, dein adde Sulpliurera. Fiat linimentum. In Hopital St. Louis. 2919 Sulplmris, 5 ss. Potass. Garb. 5 ij. Axungise, sij. Misce : fiat uiiguentum, cujus pars quarta uocte maneque super partes corporis affectas infricetur. In Scabies ^ — Helmeeich. 2920 Sulplmris, 01. Fagi (Tar), aa 5 vj. Saponis viridis, Axungiae, aa lb. j. Gretse, 3 iv. Misce ; fiat uiiguentum. In Scabies . — Hebea. £921 9^ Sulplmris, 5 j. Glycerini, 3 J. Aquse Rosse, 5X. Misce : fiat lotio. In Acne betioeen Menstrual Feriods. — Dr. BIenoee. * *SULPHUEIS CARBURETUM. Carburet of Suljphur, SulpJmret of Carbon. This is a ligiit, colourless, volatile, inflammable fluid, with a penetrating odour, and a taste at first cool, afterwards warm and acrid. It dissolves in spirits, but not in water. It is a solvent for camphor, sulphur, and pliospihorus. It is a difTusible 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. Externally it is used as an embrocation to rheumatic joints, and to the abdomen in after-pains. It is an anaesthetic when inhaled. Dose, 2 to 5 drops. 2922 ^ Sulphuris Carbureti, 5 j. Alcoholis, 3ss. Solve. J'our to Bix drops every two hours. In Fheumatism, — Wutzeb, THE BOOK OF PKESCRIPTIONS. 9> Sulpliuris Carbureti, 9j. Lactis vaccin. ^vj. Saccliari, 5 ij. Misce. Cochl. j magnum quater, ssepiusve in die sumend. In JSyjpertrojphy of the Stomach. — ClabpS. 9> Sulpliuris Carbureti, 3 SS. 01. Amygd. dulcis, 3j- Misce : fiat linimentura. For old Gouty Nodes . — Maksfeld and Otto. Camphorse, 5 ij. Solve in Sulpliuris Carbureti, ^ss, et adde Alcoliolis, 5 j. Misce: fiat lininientuni. Li Chronic JRheumatism . — LampaeipS. SULPHURIS lODIDUM. Iodide of Sulphur is used chiefly as an external applica- tion in various cutaneous affections, as in impetigo, prurigo, porrigo, and scrofulous eruptions, in the form of Unguentum Sulphuris lodidi. The powder has been given internally in the same affections in grain doses. 2926 Fulv. Sulpliuris lodidi, gr. x. Pulv. Acacise, 5 ss. Misce, et divide in pulv. vj. Sumat j nocte maneque. In Shin Diseases and Incontinence of Urine . — Escolae. 2927 Sulpliuris lodidi, 9j — 3 SS. Axungise, 3 j. Misce: fiat unguentum. In Acne, Frurigo, and the Scaly Diseases. — Dr. Buegess. 2928 Sulpliuris, 3 SS — ^iss. lodi. 9j— 3 j. Misce : fiat pulvis. To he employed as a Fumigation in Skin Diseases, one-twelfth part at a time. Dr. Hoopee. SUMBUL RADIX. Sumbul-root. This root, the produce of an unknown plant (probably Furyunguium Sumhul (Nat. Ord. Umhellifercs), is imported from Russia and India. It is in yellowish-grey fragments, re- sembling pieces of inferior rhubarb. It has a strong musky smell, and contains a volatile oil. It is a nervine stimulant and antispasmodic ; and is given in asthma, hysteria, epilepsy, 504 2923 2924 2925 THE BOOK OF PBESCEIPTIONS. 505 asthenic typhoid fever, dysentery and diarrhoeia, and in malignant cholera. Dose of Tulv. Sumbnl, 10 to 20 grains. 2'incfnra Siimbul^ 10 to 30 minims. 2929 5“ Tinct. Sumbnl. 5 j. Aquae Camph. 3 xj. Misce : fiat haustus, bis terve de die sumendus. In Ejpilepsy and Systeria. — Mr Sayoey. 2930 ^ Tinct. Sumbul, 5 j. Sp. Etheris, 5 ss. Aquae Camph. ad Misce. One or two teaspoonl’uls every four hours — for a child of two to three 3 ears. An Antisjpasmodic, — Dr. T. H. Tannee. 2931 5^ Tinct. Sumbul. Liq. Quinioe Ammon, aa 5vj. Tinct. Chloroform, co. ^ss. Aquae ad. 3 V. Misce. A tablespoonful three times a day. A Stimulant, — Dr. Aleeed Meadows. 2932 E> Tinct. Sumbul. iy^xxx. Ext. Cotyledon, umbil. 5 j. Aquae, ad ^iss. 1 Misce : fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In some forms of Epilepsy. — Dr. Todd. SUPPOSITORIES. Suppositories are solid medicines in the form of cylinders or cones for introduction into the rectum. They are em- ployed for the exhibition of medicines when such cannot be retained by the stomach, and when a local or derivative effect is desired. They should be made up with gelatine and glycerine (1 part to 4) ; be conical ; and not weigh more than 20 grains. The following are some of the preparations : Alterative. — Suppositoriuni Ilydrargyri, Ointment, gr. v. Anodyne and Sedative. — * Siippositorium Extracti BcUadonnce, gr. ij. Anthelmintic. — * Suppositorinm Santonini, fjr. v. Antiseptic. — Suppositoriuni Acidi Carholici c. So^one, gr. j. Astringent. — Suppositoriuni Acidi Tannici, gr. iij. Caustic. — * Suppositoriuni Zinci Sulphatis, gr. x. Cicatrizing and Emollient. — * Suppositoriuni Bismutlii Oxidi, g. x. Purgative . — * Snppositorhm Aloes, gr. v. 506 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. ^SYMPHYTUM. Common Comfrey, The Comfrey, with yellow flowers, and found in ditches near rivers, Symphytum officinalce (Nat. Ord. BoraginacecB), is a reputed vulnerary. It is mucilaginous, glutinous, a- stringent. The root, deprived of its rind, and scraped, forms a most efficacious substitute for starch in the stiffening and strengthening of bandages for fractures, &c. TABACUM. Tohacco. The leaves of the Tohacco plant, Nicotiana Tabacum (Nat. Ord. Atropacece), are indebted for their peculiar properties to the presence of a volatile alkaloid, Nicotia, and also of an oil. Tobacco, given internally, acts as a narcotic and seda- tive, 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. It is used as a errhine in headache. It is an antidote to the poison of Strychnia, ^Nicotia^ or Nicotin, is obtained as a liquid. It is a power- ful sedative poison, and its use has never been resorted to ex- cept in the most desperate cases. ^Nicotianin is a fatty substance, aromatic and bitter, with the smell of tobacco smoke. The only official preparation is Enema Tahaci, which must be employed with caution. ^Dose of powdered Tobacco, 1 to 5 grains. Antidotes, — An emetic, stimulants, Strychnia. 2933 Pulv. Tabaci, gr. ij. Tartan Emetici, gr. j. Pulv. Saccliari, 5ij. Pulv. Acacise, 5ss. Misce, et divide in pulv. xx. Sumat j secundis lioris. In Kooping -cough, — Petschaft, THE BOOK OP PKESCKIPTIONS. 507 2934 9 . Ext. Tabaci, 5 j. Ext. Glycyrrhizee, 3 J. Aceti Scillae, q. s. lit fiat massa in pil. 180 dividenda. One to three for a dose. In Mons. 2935 9> Tabaci fol. gij . Aquae ferventis, lb. iv. Misce. Macera per semihoram. Sit pro fotu abdominis. (To be con- tinued untii dizziness or nausea supervene.) In Acute Dysentery , Lead Colicy ^c, — Dr. JOY. 2936 9> Tabaci, 51 j. Aquae, Oj. Coque ad Oss, et colaturae adde Potass. Garb. 5 j. Fiat lotio, saepe utend. In Scald Head. — Dr, Thomas. 2937 51 Tabaci fol. 5j. Axungiae porcinae, lb. j. Melt together, and simmer until the leaves become friable, then express. Amst. Phaem. TAMARINDUS. Tamarind. The preserved pulp of the fruit of the Tamarindus Lidica, cultivated in the East and West Indies (Nat. Ord. LegumU nos(B)y has a sweet sickly taste. It is refrigerant and slightly laxative. It may be made into a drink with milk, or combined with other substances into a confection. Tama- rind whey forms an agreeable cooling drink in fevers. Dose, ^ ounce or more. ^ Tamar Indien is a French preparation in the form of lozenge. It is given in habitual constipation. 2938 2939 2940 9> Pulpm Tamarindorum, 5 iv — 5 vj. Potass. Nitrat. 5 ij — 5 iij. Seri Lactis (Whey), Oiiss. Misce. Omni bihorio vasculum cofFicanum. A Felrifuge. — ^TOUh. 9> Maunae, Conf. Tamarind, ana 5iss. Seri Lactis (Whey), lb. iss. Digere et cola. Capiat cyathum subinde. A Febrifuge. — Dr. Copland. 9> Pulpte Tamarindi, ^iss. Cremoris Tartari, 3 ss. Syr. Rubi Ideei (Raspberry), q. s. ut fiat electuarium. Sumat 3 ij nocte maneque. A Laxative . — Radius, 508 THE BOOK OF PKESCRIPTIONS. ^TANACETFM. Tansy. The Tansy, Tanacetum vulgare (Nat. Ord. Compositm), has large yellow heads of flowers, and flnely divided leaves. The whole plant has a peculiar smell, and hitter aromatic taste. It is employed as a stimulant tonic, and occasionally as an anthelmintic. Dose of the dried leaves, 10 grains to 1 drachm. Infusum Tanaceti (Niemann), 1 to 1^ ounce. Used also as an injection for ascarides. Oleum Tanaceti, 1 to 5 minims. 294 L 2942 01. Tanaceti, 3j. Ext. Juglandis, 5ij. Piilv. Althsese, q. s. ut fiant pil. 60. Sumat iij — v secundis horis. A Vermifuge . — Kadius. Tanaceti, Absinthii, ana ^ss. Valerian, rad. Cort. Aurantii, ana 5ij. Aquae ferventis, 5 viij. Infunde per horam, et sit enema, vespere maneque utend. Tor Ascarides. — Dr. Hoopee. TARAXACUM. The root of the common Dandelion, Taraxacum Dens leonis (Nat. Ord. Compositce)^ is tonic, alterative, aperient, 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, dropsy, skin-diseases, and cachectic disorders. Dose of Extractum Taraxaci, 5 to 15 grains. Snccus , 2 to 4 drachms. Decocium , 2 to 4 ounces. 2943 Pil. Il 3 ^drarg. gr. iv. Pulv. Aloes, gr. j. Ext. Taraxaci, gr. v. Misce. Plant pil. 2 h. s. sumend. In Bilious Dyspepsia. — Dr. Ross. 2944 Decoct. Taraxaci, 5J- Decocti Sarsse co, Liq. Calcis. ana^iiiss. Misce. Sumat cochl. magna ij ter in die. In Amenorrlicea . — Dr. Rigby, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 509 2945 9 . Ext. Taraxaci, 3j. Sodae Garb. 5ssj Tinct. Cardam. co. ^ss. Inf. Calumbse, 5ij- Aquae Pimentse, siiiss. Misce : fiat mistura. One-sixth part for a dose. In Chronic Affections of the Liver, — Dr. Hoopee. 2946 9 Ext. Taraxaci, 5iij. Ext. Gentianse, 3j. Sodse Garb. 3 j. Aquae Aurantii, ^vij. Sp. jEtheris co. Syr. Rosse, ana 5ss. Wisce. Gapiat 3j — 5iss ter die. A Tonic and Leolstruent, — Dr. Copland. 2947 9 Ext. Taraxaci, 5iv. Aquae calidee, ^viiss. Magnes. Sulpli. 5vj. Tinct. Rhei, 5ij. Tinct. Zingib. 5iiss. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sum. coclil. ij magna nocte maneque. (The evening dose to be accompanied by a purgative pill.) In Congestion of the Liver, — Mr. C. HoGG. 2948 9 Sulph. Magnes. 5ij* Sp. Amm. arom. : Tinct. Gard. co. Jiss. Inf. Gent. co. ^iiss. Inf. Sennae co. 3vj. Ext. Taraxaci, 3ss. Misce. A wincglassful every morning, with two purgative pills at night. In Bilious Dgspejpsia, — Dr. Eoss. 2949 9 Ext. Taraxaci, 5ij,. Potass. (Bicarb.) 3j . Sp. Ammon, arom. 5ij. Tinct. Galumbae, ^ss. Tinct. Aurantii, 5iij. Aquae, 5vij. Misce. Sumat cochl. magna ij bis in die. Dr. Melsom. 2950 9 Pulv. Taraxaci, ^iv. Potass. Tart. Acid. SodfC Boratis, ana 5ss. Aquae, lb. iij, vcl dccoque ad lb. j, et adde, ut sit occasio, Sp. TEtli. Nit. vcl Tinct. Scillae, vcl Sp. Junip. CO. vcl Oxyinel. Scillae. Dr. Copland. 510 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 2951 Sued Taraxaci, 5vj. Sodse Carb. 5j. Sp. Chloroformi, 5ij. Tinct. Aurantii, 5iv. Inf. Rhei, ad ^vj. Misce : fiat mistura. A fourth part twice a day. In Amenorrlioea, — Dr. R. GbeenhalOH. TEREBINTHINA CANADENSIS. Canada Balsam is the Turpentine obtained from the stem of Ahies Balsamia (Nat. Ord. Coniferce). It is known as Balm of Gilead Fir. Its action is similar to the other Turpen- tines, but it is seldom prescribed internally It is contained in Charta Epispastica, Collodium Flexile. Dose, 5 to 10 grains. TEREBINTHINA OLEUM. Oil of Turpentine is obtained by distilling common Tur- pentine, the resinous exudation of many trees of the Pine tribe (Nat. Ord. Conifer cb)j growing both in the old and new worlds. It is stimulant, diaphoretic, diuretic, purgative, anthelmintic, and astringent. As an anthelmintic it should be prescribed in a large dose, and generally combined with castor oil, for if it fail to purge it 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 distension of the abdo- men, and is employed in the acute stage of puerperal fever. In small doses it is given 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 leucorrheea. Bxternally^ it is rubefacient ; and is used in the forms of fomentation, liniment, and enema. Dose of Oil of Turpentine, as a stimulant and diuretic, 10 to 30 minims ; as a cathartic or vermifuge, 2 to 4 drachms, generally com- bined with castor oil. It may be given suspended in mucil- age, or with yolk of egg. Corfectio Terebintlimcc, 1 to 8 drachms; as an anthelmintic, 2 to 4 ounces, Linimentum Terelhitliince is applied in lint to burned and scalded surfaces. Linirnentum Terehinthiim Aceticum and JJnguentum Terelin- thince are powerful rubefacients. • / Enema Terehinthinoe is an efficient antispasniodic in cases of tympanitis, and also a vermifuge. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 511 2953 01. Terebintli. 5ij. iEtheris, 5iij. Misce. Sumat ex aliquo veliiculo 5ss ter in die. To facilitate the 'passage of Gall-stones, — Dr. Day. 2953 01- Terebintli. 3 j. Ovi Vitellum iinius. Saccliari, Aquae, Jiv. Misce. One fourth for a dose. A Stimulant in Chronic Theumatism. — Dr. Hoopee. 2954 5 . 01. Terebinth. ir|.x — xx. Mellis despumat. 5ij. Tinct. Scillse, Tqx. Pulv. Cinnam. co. q. s. ut flat electuariuni, bis quotidie sumendum. A Diuretic. — Dr. Paeis. 2955 5^ 01. Terebinth. 3 SS. Mellis, 5 j. PjLilv. Tragacanthse, 5 ij. Tinct. Lavand. co. 5 ss. Aquae, '^iv. Misce. One-fourth part for a dose. A Stimulant, — Dr. Hoopee. 2956 9- 01 Terebinth. u\xxx. 1 Mucilagiuis, 53 s. Sodae Bicarb. Oss. Aquae destil. 3 j. Misce : fiat haustus. In Mheumatism, Rheumatic Ophthalmia, Iritis^ Sfc. Dr. Deuitt. 2957 5^ 01. Terebinth. 3 ]. Vitell. Ovi unius. Tere simul, et adde gradatim, Mist. Aniygd. ^iv. Syr. Aurantii, ^ij. Tinct. Lavand. co. 3 iv. 01. Cinnam. -n\ iy. Misce : fiat mistura, cujus sumat cochl. ij ampla ter die. In Iritis and Chronic Rheumatism, — Dr. JoY. 2958 01. Terebinth, rect. 5 ss. Aquae Cinnam. 01. Limoiiis, uxiv. Syr. simp. 333 . Misce. Sumat 5 j — 3 ij hord qiulque tertia. In protracted Diarrhoea and Flatulence in Children. Drs. PIyanson and Maunsell. 512 THE BOOK OP PBESCBIPTIONS. 2959 9 . 01. Terebinth. vt\xx — lx. Decoct. Uvse Ursi, giss. Misce : fiat liaustus, ter quaterve die sum. In Hcematuria. — Dr. T. Smith. 2960 01. Terebinth, u^xv. Aquae Menth. pip. ^j. Misce: fiat haustus, 4tis horis repetendus. In Internal passive Hcemorrhages, — Dr. JoY. 2961 0^* Terebinth. u\xv — xl. Mucil. Acacise, 5 vij. Sp. Lavand. co. 5j. Misce : fiat liaustus, omni quarta, sexta, vel octava bora sumendus. In persistent Menorrhagia, — Dr. Ashwell. 2962 luf. Rosse, 5vij. Magnes. Sulph. 5vj. Mannae, 5 iv. 01. Terebinth. 5iss. Misce. Capiat cochl. ij magna quartis horis. In Hcemoptysis, HcematemesiSf S^c , — Dr. Smith. 2963 5° 0^- Terebinth. 5x. Magnes. Sulph. 5j. Pulv. Uvae Ursi, 5j. Aquae Camphorae, ^viij. Misce. Capiat cochl. ij magna secundis horis. In Hcematuria , — Dr. Smith. 2964 01- Terebinth. 5ij. . Mucil. Acaciae, ^ij. Inf. Matico. vel Aquae Cinnam. ^iv. Tinct. Capsici, vt\xxx. Misce*. fiat mistura, cujus sumat pi'O nata. In Hcemoptysis . — Dr. Theophiltjs Thomtsoh. 2965 01. Terebinth, ^ss. 01. Ricini, 3j. Mucilaginis, Saccliari, ana q. s. 01. Caryophylli, u\iv. Aquae destil. 5viij. Misce, ut fiat mistura cujus sumat cochl. ij vel iij bis terve in die. In Furpura Haemorrhagic a . — Mr. W. Smith. 2966 5^ 01. Terebinth. 5ss. Tinct. Kino, Syr. Zingib. ana 5j. Aquae Cinnam. Aquae mollis, ana 5iij. Aquae Acaciae, q. s. ad bene misccndum. Kiat haustus, bis terve die sumendus. To restrain Hcemorrhage from Files . — Dr. Oke. 0?HE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 513 2967 9> 01. Olivse, ^vj. 01. Terebinth. 5’ij- Cerse flavse, Bals. Peruv. 5ij. Campliorse, 5iss. Solve oleum, terehiuthinam, et ceram, dein adde alia. (Nearly the same as the Balsam of Chiron, a long- celebrated medicine.) Dose, ten to thirty grains. In ScBmorrhages and Fluxes, 2968 01. Terebinth. 5j. 01. Amygd. dulcis, ^ss. Misce : fiat haustus. To be repeated in five minutes if the symptoms are urgent. In Uterine Kcemorrhage, — Mr. J. Griffith. 2969 5® 01. Ricini, 01. Terebinth. Aquse Acaciee, Aquae Menth. pip. ana 3ss. Misce : fiat haustus. In Tajpeworm, and Tympanitis, — Dr. Hooper. 2970 9> 01. Terebinth. 01. Ricini, ana 5iij. 01. Cajuputi, Tqvj. Magnes. Calcin. 9j. Aquae Menth. pip. 3iss. I Misce : fiat haustus. ■ To comhat Tympanitis in Typhoid Fever, — Dr. Joy. 2971 9. 01. Terebinth. 5j. Pulv. Acaciae, q. s. Misce, et adde Decocti Hordei, '^xix, ut fiat enema. In distension of the Abdomen with Gas, — Dr. Hooper. 2972 9 01. Terebinth. 3j. 01. Olivae, 5iss. Camphorae, gr. xx. Decoct. Avenae, ^viij. Misce: fiat enema. In Hysterical Tympanitis ^ <^c , — Dr. Copland. 2973 9 01. Terebinth. 5j. 01. Amygd. rqxij. Axungiae, 3j. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. In Scabies, — Dr. Neligan. 297-1 9 01. Terebinth. 5iij. Lin. Camph. co. Lin. Saponis, ana 3ss. Misce: fiat linimentum. For Chilblains. — Dr. ThomaS; 33 , 514 THE rooiv oi^ PRESCEIPTIONS. 2975 01- Terebinth. 3 SS. Acidi Sulphurici, 5 iss. 01. Olivse, 5iss. Misc : fiat liuimentum. (Similar to Pearson’s Liniment.) In Chronic Rheumatism^ Sfc . — Dr. Hoopee. 2976 ' Liq. Ammonise, 3 SS. 01. Olivse, 3 j. 01. Terebinth, ^ss. 01. Limonis, 5 ss. Agita simul donee misceantur. Fiat linimentum . Dr. Copland. 2977 5^ 01. Terebinth. 5 iij. Acid. Acet. fort. 5 ss. Aquse Rosse, 5 iss. 01. Limonis, iyi^v. Ovi Vitelli, q. s. Misce, secimdum artem. Fiat linimentum pro pectore. (An imitation of the celebrated liniment of St.John Long.) In Asthma, — Dr. Geaves. '2978 01. Pini Sylvest. 5 ij - 5 iij. Magnes. Garb. Levis, gr. lx. Aquae, ad fl. 5>ij- M. A teaspoonful in a pint of water, at 150° F., to be inhaled night and morning for ten minutes. (An increased stimulant character maybe given to this inhalation by the addition of twenty grains of Camphor to the mixture.) A Stimulant in Congestion of the Larynx. Dr. Moeell Mackenzie. ^TEREBINTHINA CHIA. Chio Turpentine. This is the semi-fluid resin obtained from the Pistacia Terehinthus (Nat. Ord. Anacardiacece). It contains a con- siderable quantity of a fragrant volative oil, and resembles Oil of Turpentine in its action on the urinary and other organs, and in its power of checking mucous fluxes. Dose, 10 to 30 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. 2979 Terebinth . Chise, gr. V. Saponis duri, gr. iv. Pulv. Calumbse, q. s. ut fiant pilulse duae. A Diuretic . — Dr. Hoopee. 2980 Terebinth. Chiensis, Spermaceti, ana 5ij. Pulv. Myrrhse, 3j. Olibaui pulv. q. s. ut fiant pil. 70, quar. capiat unam vel duas Omni terti^ vel quaila hora. In Bronchial Affections^ ^c . — Dr. Copland. THE BOOH OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 515 *TEREBINTHINA VENETA. Venice Turpentine. This is a fluid Turpentine obtained from the Larch, Larix 'Europcea (Nat. Ord. Coniferce). 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, 10 to 33 grains three times a day, made up as the last. 3981 Terebinth. Veiietse, 3ij. Ext. Rhei, 5iij. Campliorae, 5ij. Miscc, et divide in pil. gr. iv. Sumat iij ter die. Li Gonorrhoea and Leucorrhoea . — St. Marie. 3983 Terebinth. 3ss. Bals. Tolu, 5ss. Gum. Ammoniac. Jj. Ext. Opii, gr. vj. Excipientis q. s. M. et div. in pil. 80. Sumat 5 oinni die. For Catarrh of the Bronchi or Bladder. Trousseau and Reteil. 3983 5^ Terebinth. Venetoe, 3 j— 5iss. Vitelli ovorum, q. s. Misce, et adde Aqusc Menth. pip. 3ivss. Misce. Capiat cochl. j vel ij pro re nata. Against Worms, and Chronic Affections of the Mucous Surfaces. Clossius. 3984 9^ Terebinth. Venetae, 5ss. Vitelli Ovi unius. Inf. Lilli, 5X. 01. Na])i sylv. 3j. Miscc : fiat enema. In Colic and obstinate Constipation. — Nosocom. Edin. *THEA. Tea. The bej^t teas, both black and green, are derived from Thea Bohea and Viridis (Nat. Ord. Camelliaceoi), a plant of Northern China. Besides its use as a daily beverage, in- fusion 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 pro})crties. 516 TilE BOOK OF PRESCKlFi?IOKS. 9> Inf. These viridis, ^vj. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. n\xij. Misce : fiat injectio. In Gonorrhoea. — Dr. THOMAS. THEOBROM^ OLEUM. Cocoa Butter is a concrete oil obtained by expression and heat from the ground seeds of Theobroma Cacao (Nat. Ord. ByttneriacecB). It is employed in suppositories. THERIACA. Treacle is the uncrystallised residue of the refining of sugar. It is demulcent, nutrient, and slightly laxative. It is chiefly employed as an excipient for pills. Thus. Frankincense. See Pix Bukgundica. *TORMENTILLA. Tormentil. The root of PotentiUa Tormentilla (Nat. Ord. Rosacece), a small native plant, contains about 18 per cent, of tannic acid. It is given internally as an astringent tonic, and in haemor- rhages and fluxes from the bladder and bowels. Fxternally, it is well adapted for astringent lotions, injections, and gargles. Dose of Pidv. Tormentilla, ^ to 1 drachm. Decoctum , 1 to 2 ounces. 2986 9 , Decoct. Tormentillse, 5ix. Vini Ipecac. n\xx. Tinct. Opii, rt\x. Fiat haustusj semel aut bis quotidie sumendus. In the Diarrhoea of Phthisis. — Dr. PARIS. 2987 Lad. Tormentillae, 5j- Aquse, ^xij. Decoque ad uncias octo, cola, et adde Aluminis, 5j. Mellis, 3j. Misce : fiat gargarisma. In Relaxed RADIUS. ^TOXICODENDRON. Poison Oak. The leaves of the Rhus Toxicodendron, an American plant (Nat. Ord. Anacardiacece), have no odour, but possess a dis- THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 517 agreeable acrid taste, and are very poisonous in large doses. Toxicodendron rouses the nervous centres in the same man- ner as Strychnia, and is chiefly used in cases of local paralysis, whether of sensation or motion. It may sometimes restore the lost power in the affected part. It has also been given in obstinate skin diseases and in chronic rheumatism. Dose of Pnlvis Toxicodendri, 1 to 3 grains. Extrackim (Paris Cod.), 1 grain, gradually in- creased. Tinctura (Neligan), half a drachm to a drachm. 2988 9 . Ext. Toxicodendri, Camphorse, ana gr. xv. Ext. Arnicae, Ext. Valerianae, ana 5ss. Pulv. Calami, q. s. ut fiat massain pil. xxx dividenda. Sumat j ter die. In Hemijplegia , — Beeea. 2989 9 Tiiict. Toxicodendri, 5ss. Syr. Papaveris, 5j. Syr. Limon. 5ss. Aquae, 5iss. Misce : fiat haustus. Capiat unam talem sextis horis. For Acute Pains in Chronic Paralysis. — Dr. NElican. TRAGACANTHA. Tragacanth is a gummy exudation from the stem of Astra- galus verus (Nat. Ord. Leguminosce), growing in Asia Minor. It is inodorous, and has a bland taste. It is used as a demul- cent in coughs, diarrhoea, &c., and employed for the formation of a mucilage by means of which insoluble powders may be suspended in water. Tragacanth is also employed to make lozenges and pastes. Dose of Pulvis Tragacanthce, 20 grains upwards. Mucxlago , 1 ounce upwards. Pulvis compositus, 20 to 60 grains. 2990 9 Pulv. Tragacanthse, gr. xv. Sacclmri albi, gr. xij. Terre, et paulatim adde Mist. Amygd. dulc. ^ij. Aquse Camphorse, ^uiss. Syr. Althsese, 3ss. Misce : fiat mistura demulcens. Pr, Copland, 518 THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. *TRIFOLTUM. Clover (Nat. Ord. Leguminosc^ has been reputed a remedy- in Hooping-cough. It is conveniently exhibited in the form of syrup. Dose of the Syrup, 1 drachm. *TRITICUM REPENS. Creeping Couch Grass, a common weed of the fields, is alterative and diuretic. It is given in irritable bladder. Dose of Decoctum Tritici (Root, 1 oz. ; Water, a pint), 4 to 8 ounces. *TUSSILAGO. Coltsfoot. The whole herb of Tussilago Farfara, the Coltsfoot, a common English plant (Nat. Ord. Composites), abounds in mucilaginous matter. It is also slightly bitter, and tonic. It is chiefly used in coughs, in the form of decoction, paste, or lozenge. Dose of Decoctum Tiissllaglnis, 1 to 3 ounces. 2991 R Decoct. Tussilaginis, Mist. Amygd. ana 5iij. Syr. Hemidesrai, Mifice : fiat raistura, de qu^ cap. cochl. ij arapla Loris iiitermediis. In Chronic Bronchitis. — Dr. Neligan. ULMUS. Flm Baric . The inner bark of the common Elm, Ulmus campestris (Nat. Ord. Ulmacece), is astringent, demulcent, diuretic and a bitter tonic. It is given in chronic rashes and other cutaneous affections. Dose of Decoctum Vhni, 2 to 4 ounces. 2992 5L Cort. Ulmi, 5 iss. Sem. Carui cont. ^ss. Aqufe, Oiss. Coque ad octarium. An alterative f>rinlc . — Sir E. Wilmot, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 519 *UHEA. 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. Bose of Urea, 10 to 60 grains. Nitrate of Urea has been recommended as a diuretic in anasarca, in doses of 1 to IJ grains. 2993 Hreae, gr. xxxvj. Syr. Aurautii, 3 SS. Aquse destil. ^vss. Misce : fiat mistura cnjus sumatur 5j sextis horis. In Anasarca, c^c. — Dr. KlNGiDON, ■2991 9 , Potass. Tart. Acidse, ^ss. Urese, 5 ij. Mellis, 3SS. Misce : fiat electuarium, de quo capiat instar nucis moscliatse ter quotidie. A Diuretic in Dropsy, — Dr. Neligan. 2995 Urese Nitrat. gr. iss. 1 Conf. Rosse, q. s. ut fiat pilula, ter die sumenda. In Anasarca, Sfc. — Dr. Kingdon. UVA UESI. Bearherry. The dried leaves oi Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi (Nat. Ord. Dricacece) are astringent and tonic. Uva Ursi exerts a specific influence on the kidneys. It is given in diabetes, menorrhagia, chronic dysentery ; but is chiefly prescribed in the latter stage of chronic inflammation of the bladder. It is sometimes given in cases of irritation from the presence of a stone in the bladder. Dose of Tiilvis Uva Ursi, 20 to 60 grains. Infusum , 1 to 2 ounces. * Extractum , 5 to 10 grains. 2996 Pulv. Uvse Ursi, Pulv. Cinchonee, ana 5 ij. Pulv. Opii, gr. iij. Misce: et div. in pulv. vj. Sumat j Ins die ex Aquil Calcis. In Nephritic Complaints, and as an Antilithic. — Feriuae, 520 THE BOOK OP PRESCRIPTIONS. 2997 9= Pulv. Uv« Ursi, 5 iij. Acidi Tannici, gr. vj. Pulv. Opii, gr. ij. Misce. Divide in portiones xij aequales. Capiat j ter in die. In passive Scematuria, Albuminuria^ and Chronic Catarrh of Bladder, Dr. Nelioan. 2998 9 . Ext. Uv« Ursi, 5 ij. Sodse Garb. 53 s. Pulv. Cinnam. co. ^ss. Conf. Rosse caninse, 3j< Syrupi, q. s. ut fiat electuarium, cujus suraat cochl. j mag. pro dosi. A Diuretic in Chronic Inflammation of the Kidneys, Sfc. Dr. Hooper. 2999 9 Decocti Uvae Ursi, Liq. Calcis, ana ‘^iv. Misce. A wineglassful for a dose. An Antilithic, and in Chronic Cystitis, — Dr. Hooper. 3000 9 Potass. Bicarb. 3j. Tinct. Hyoscyami, 5ss. Inf. Uvae Ursi, 5xj. Misce : fiat haustus. In Mucous Urine, — Dr. G. Bird. 3001 9 Uvae Ursi, 5 iss. Sodae Garb. Pulv. Cinnam. c. ana 5 ss. Conf. Rosae, q. s. Divide in bolos vj. Sumat j ter die. In Chronic Inflammation of Kidneys and Bladder. Dr. Jot. SC02 9 Inf. Uvae Ursi ( 5 ij ad aquae ferv. Oss), 5 xiv. Acid. Sulph. dil. -n\xx. Tinct. Digitalis, n\xv. Syr. Papaveris, 5 iss. Misce : fiat haustus, ter quaterve quotidie sumendus. In Laryngitis, Bronchitis, S^c, — Dr. Copland. UVuE. Kaisins, The ripe fruit of the Grape Vine, • Vitis Viniferce (Nat. Ord. Vitacece), are nutrient and demulcent. They are em- ployed as a flavouring agent. THE BOOK OF PKESCKIPTIONS. 521 VALERIANA. Valerian. The root of the common Valerian, Valeriana officinalis (Nat. Orel. Valerianacece), has a strong and peculiarly dis- agreeable smell. Valerian is a nervine stimulant and anti- spasmodic. It acts upon the nervous centres without materially affecting the secretions. It is given in epilepsy, hysteria, spasmodic cough, dyspnoea, dyspepsia, neuralgia. The odour and medicinal properties of Valerian are due to a peculiar volatile oil, which contains an acid. Valerianic acid. This acid is also obtained by the artificial oxidation of oil of grain (Fusel oil). The 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. Dose of Fulvis Valerianae, 10 to 30 grains. Lifiisum , 1 to 2 ounces. Tinctnra , 1 to 2 drachms. Tinctura Ammoniata, | to 1 drachm. 3003 9> Pulv. Valerianae, 3j. Pulv. Cinnam. co. gr. x. Misce; fiat pulvis, quartis lioris sum. In Hysteria, Nervous Headache, S(c. — Dt*. JoT. 3004 Pulv. Valerianae, 5j. Pulv. fol. Aurantii, 3j. Ammon. Chlor. gr. ij. 01. Cajuputi, -n\iv. Misce : fiat pulvis. A teaspoonful four times a day, in hot tea. In JEffilepsy . — Niemann. 3005 Palv. Valerianae, 3ij. Castorei, gr. xv. Oxidi Zinci, 3j. 01. Cajuputi, rq^v. Syr. simp. q. s. Divide in pil. xviij, quarum capiat tres quater in die. Dupuyteen. 3006 Ferri Carh. gr. x— 3j. Pulv. Valerianae, 5ss. Syr. Zingib. q. s. ut fiat bolus. In Hysteria, Ancemia, Sfc. — Dr. Copland. 3007 9> Pulv. Castor, opt. 5ij. Pulv. Valerianae, 5ss. Camphorae, 5 j. Misce accurate, et adde Syr. Papaveris, q. s. ut fiant boli granorum duodecim. Involvantur pulvere stigmatorum Croci sativi. An Antispasmodic, — Dr. Copland, 522 THE BOOK OP PBESCRIPTIONS. 8008 8009 3010 3011 3012 3013 3014 3015 Pulv. Valerianae, Pulv. fol. Aurantii, ana 5vj. Syr. Absinthii, q. s. ut fiat elect iiarium. ‘Two to three teaspoonfuls a day. SWEPIAUE. Pulv. Valerianae, gr. x. Pulv. Rhei, gr. v. Aquae Menthae pip. 5x. Ammon. Garb. gr. iij. Tinct. Zingib. ty\xx. Misce: fiat liaustus, bis in die sumendus. In Hysteria, — Dr. Geegoet. B Inf. Valerianae, 5vj. Tinct. Valerian, co. jj. Aquae Camphorae, 5iv. Misce : fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In Hysteria, — Dr. GebGOET. B Valerianae pulv. Oj. Miicil. Acaciae, 5 j. Inf. Valerianae, 5ix. Tinct. Valerianae, 5j. Tinct. Castorei, 3j. Misce : fiat haustus ter quotidie sumendus. An Antisjpasmodic. — Dr. Paris. B Inf. Valerianae, 5iv. Quin. Sulph. gr. x. Vini Opii, n\xx. Syr. flor. Aurantii, 5vj. Misce, fiat mistura. A tablespoonlul every two or three hours. In Typhoid Fever, — Beoqtta. B Tinct. Valerianae, 5j. Acid. Sulph. dil. nxx. Tinct. Cinchonae co. 5j. Aquae, Aj- Misce, fiat haustus, bis terve quotidie capiendus. In Hysteria, — Dr. Ashwell. 9> Tinct. Valerianae, Sp. iEtb. co. ana 5ij. Ciiloroforni. 5,j. {Large dose. — Ed.) Aquae, q. s. ut fiat haustus. In Delirium Tremens, — Dr. S. Peatt (U.S.). Tinct. Valerianae, ^ij. Vini Ipecacuanhae, 5j. Tinct. Opii, ^j. 01. Menth. pip. -n\v. Misce. Twenty to twenty-five drops every hour or two. Jn Cholera Asiatica, — Russian Foemula, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 523 3016 3017 3018 3019 ^ Tinct. Valeri an 86 Aninioniatse, Sp. Ammon, foetid se, ana 3SS. Sp. Armoraciae co. Aquae Pimentae, Misce. A fourth part for a dose. In Hysteria, — Dr. Hooper. 9> Tinct. Valerian. Ammon. Sp. jBtheris co. Tinct. Lavand. co. ana 5ss. Tinct. Hyoscyami, iyi^xx. Aquae Campliorae, $x. Fiat liaustus, vel 3tia qu&que hord sumendus. In Hysteria, — Dr. Ashwell. 9- 01. Valerianae, r>\viij, Sp. Ammon, aromat. 5j. Aquae, 3iv. Sacchari, 3ij. Misce. Sumat coclil. j magn. secundis vel tertiis lioris. Dr. Ellis. Ext. Valerianae, 5iiss. To he taken twice a day. In Diabetes Insipidus . — Bouchard. ^VANILLA. The seed-pods of some American plants of the Nat. Ord. OrcMdacecey particularly the Vanilla aromatica, have been used in medicine on account of their aromatic properties. Vanilla contains a volatile oil. It is stimulant and aphro- disiac. It has been given in epilepsy, hysteria, &c., as a diffusible stimulant. Its fluid preparation may be employed as a pleitsant vehicle for other medicines. Dose of Puhis Vanillce, 0 to 20 grains. Tinct lira , | to 1 drachm. 3020 9. Frucths Vanillae concis. et contus. part. j. Alcoholis, part. vj. Macera leni cum calore per dies octo, et cola. Dosis, 5j. Nervine f Analeptic^ and Excitant . — Pfaff. 3021 R Frucths Vanillae concis. et contus. ^vj Potass. Garb. 3vj. Aquae destil. Oij. Sp. Vini tenuioris. Oiss. Maceri leni cum calore per trrduum, et cola. An ayreeable Aromatic Vehicle, — Dr. Copland, THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 524 ^ ♦VERATRUM ALBUM. White BeUehore, The root stock of the Veratrum album (Nat. Ord. Melan- thacece) is very acrid and poisonous. It is said to contain Veratria, and another similar alkaloid. It has been employed as an active hydragogue cathartic, and given in gout in the same manner as Colchicum. It is generally used only ex- ternally, for the purpose of destroying vermin which infest the skin or hair. Dose of Fulvis Veratri Alhi, 1 to 2 grains. Vinum , 10 minims may be given three times daily, in gout and rheumatism. 3022 9. Pulv. Veratri, ^ij. Saponis mollis, 5j. Aquse ferventis, q. s. ut fiat unguentum, semel quotidie part, affect, infricandum. After two or three such frictions a warm bath is to be used. In Scabies . — Bouchardat. VERATRUM YIRIDE. Green Bellebore. The dried rhizome of Veratrum Viridi (Nat. Ord. Malan- thacece) is externally an irritant; internally, an emetic. In small doses it reduces the force of the heart; causes sweating, faintness, and dilatation of the pupil. In the United States it is given as a remedy in inflammatory disorders of a sthenic type, especially acute rheumatism and pneumonia. It must be prescribed with caution. Dose of Fulvis Veratri Viridis, 4 to 6 grains, as an emetic. Tinctura , 5 to 20 minims, 3023 9. Tinct. Veratri Viridis, rqxxx. Aquae Camphorse, 5j- P. haust. ter die sum. In Rheumatic Fever . — Dr. H. Wood. 3024 9, Tinct. Veratri Veridis, lYiij. Aquae, 5j. Misce. To be taken every hour until pulse reduced to its normal frequency, then diminish dose to one minim. In Acute Rheumatism . — Dr. William Cartee. 3025 9. Tinct. Veratri Viridis, n\iv-viij. Mucilag. Acaciae, 5ss. Misce. To be taken every tliree hours to reduce pulse and diminish temperature. In Fneumonia . — Niemeter, THE BOOK OF PKESCRIPTIOKS. 525 VERATRIA. The fruit and seeds of Asagrcea officinalis have been already mentioned under the name of Sabadilla. From their active principle the alkaloid Veratria is prepared by a chemical process. It does not crystallize, and is but spar- ingly 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 stimu- lant in nervous affections, in doses of to 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. Unguentum Veratrice is used externally in neuralgia and rheumatism. 3026 Veratria-, gr. j. Ext. Hyoscyami, Pulv. Glycyrrliizse, ana gr, x. Misce, et divide in pil. xij. Sumat j ter die. In Gout, Neuralgia, and Mheumatism, — Dr. TtJENBUPL. 3027 ^ Veratrise, gr. iv. ' Alcohol, TTI^vj. Adipis, 3ss. Misce bene, ut fiat unguentum. In Neuralgia. — Dr. Hoopee. 3028 9> Veratrise, gr. v. Axuiigise, 5ss. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. Half a drachm to be rubbed on every night with a horsehair glove, until severe tingling is produced. In Sciatica. — Mr. C. R, Beee. 3029 9- VeratrijE, gr. ij. 01. Rosm, n\j. Glycerini, 53s. tJiig. Glyceriui, 5j- Misce, ut fiat unguentum. (A piece about the size of a filbert to be rubbed in about the pubis evefy day. Ung. Glyceriui is made by mixing gr. 100 of maize flour witli 5j of Glycerine.) In JDysmenorrhoea. — Dr. Tilt. 3030 Veratrice, gr. ij. Lin. Saponis co. Sp. Campliorse, ana Jiss. Sp. Ammon, arom. 5j. Misce : fiat linimentum. A dessert-spoonful every night to be rubbed in well behind tlie ears and around the throat. In Neuralgia of the Face. — Mr. H. Neil. 526 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS* 3031 9 . Veratriae, 5ss. Pulv. Opii, 5j. Axungise, ^iss. Misce, ut fiat unguentum. To Rheumatic Joints . — Dr. Dunglison. 3032 9 Veratriae, 3j. Potass. lodidi, 5ss. Axuug. 5j. Misce : fiat unguentum. To 'promote Absorption of Indolent Swellings . — Jouedan. 3033 9 Ung. Veratriae, 5j- 01. Olivae, 3 ss. Adipis praeparat. 5j* Fiat unguentum. In Sciatica.— Dv. F. E. Anstie. 3034 9 Fng. Veratriae, Ung. Potass. lodidi, aa 3ij. Ung. Cantharidis, 3j. I’iat unguentum. In Ovarian Irritation . — Dr. Lombe Atthill. VINUM. Wine. ^ 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 agreeable 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 astringeucy, and is more tonic in its action. Effervescing wines are more exhilarant and less narcotic than others. Acid wines may be used in a diaphoretic regimen. Wines form agreeable vehicles for medicines. All stimulant drinks must be avoided when there is fever, with a full pulse, dry tongue, and hot skin. They are appro- priate whenever the system appears to be in want of nervous power to enable it to bear up against a disease. 3035 9 Inf. Rosm Acidi, ^v. Vini rubri Hispauici, ^ij- Syr. simp. 3 j. Misce. For an Ordinary Drink in states of Debility. — Dr. Hoopee. THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3036 9> Vini, ^vj. Ovor. duor. vitellos. Sacchari purif. 5ss. 01. Cinnam. -n\iv. Tinct. Capsid, 3j. Misce. Dosis, 5iss ter, quaterve, aut ssepius in die, urgentibus languoribus. In Cases of Debility, without high Fever. — Dr. Copland. 3037 Ovor. vitellos duor. 01. Cinnam. n\xx. Misce, et adde Vini Madeirensis, Aquae Cinnam. ana 3 iij. Aquae destil. 3ij- Sacchari, 5ij. Misce. Three or four spoonfuls for a dose. In Convalescence from Low Fevers. — Dr. Ellis. 3038 Vini Xerici, Ovi vitellum unius. Jusculi bovini (sine sale), Iviij. Misce. Sit enema. A restorative in Low Fevers^ Tetanus, S^c. — Radius. VINCA MAJOR. Great PeriwinJcle. The dried herb of Vinca major (Nat. Ord. Apocynacece) is a powerful astringent. It is given in menorrhagia and other uterine hemorrhages. Dose of Infusiim Vincas Majoris, 1 to 2 ounces. Extractum — laquidum, 1 to 3 drachms. Tiiis is the best preparation. 3039 9* Ext. Vincae Major liquidi, 5j. Syr. simplicis, tt^xx. Aquae, ad 3j- Fiat haustus. To be taken three times a day. In Menorrhagia . — * ^VIOLA. Violet. The flowers of the Viola odorata, or Sweet Violet (Nat. Ord. Violacece), have been used on account of their demul- cent 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 ^ a drachm to 1 drachm doses. The leaves and flowers of the Viola tricolor, or Wild Pansy, have been popularly supposed to possess alterative powers. Dose of Stjnqms Violce, ^ to 1 drachm to infants. 528 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 8040 Misce. 3041 9> Violse odoratse rad. 5ss. Syr. Scillse, 5j. Fiat bolus statim sumendus, et post lioram repetendus si opus sit. An emetic, — Dr. Neligan. Mellis Violse, Mannce, ana 5ss. Syr. Violse, q. s. Fiat electuarium, cujus capiat cochleare parvulum pro re natd. A mild Laxative for Children, — Dr. NeligAN. 3042 Syr. Violse, ^iiss. OJ. Amygd. dul. 3j. Syr. Scillse, Syr. Sennse, aua ^ss. Misce : fiat linctus. A demulcent and Aperient for Infants, — Dr. Copland. 3043 p, Violse tricoloris fol. 5x ; coque in Lactis, 5v. Cola, et adde Syr. Violse tricol. ^ij- To be taken as a tisane night and morning for several weeks. In Cutaneous Lrujptions and Constitutional Syphilis, Trousseau and Reveil. ZINCI ACETAS. Acetate of Zinc, This occurs in small colourless 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. Dose, as a tonic, 1 to 2 grains ; as an emetic, 10 to 20 grains. 3044 Zinci Acetatis, 3j. Aquae destil. ^vj. Misce. Capiat cochl. j magnum ex mucilagine duabus omn. horis. In severe cases of Angina tonsillaris, occurring in Scarlatina, S^c, Dr. Flange. 3045 9 , Zinci Sulph. 5j. Plumbi Acetatis, 3ss. Camphorae, 3j. Aquae Rosae, 3xij. Solve, et cola. Fiat collyrium. In Ophthalmia, — SPIELMANN. ZINCI CARBONAS. Carbonate of Zinc is a white, tasteless, inodorous powder. Its action is similar to that of the Oxide. It is rarely pre*^ THE BOOH OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 529 scribed internally. It is chiefly used externally in the form of powder or ointment. Calamine is impure Carbonate of Zinc. Dose of Zinci Carhonas, 2 to 10 grains. 3046 9 , Calamine, 5ss. Hydrarg. Perchlor. gr. j. Zinci Oxidi, 5ij. Aquae, 5vj. Fiatlotio. In Acne,—J)v. Tilbury Fox. ZINCI CHLORIDUM. Chloride of Zinc. The Chloride, or Butter of Zinc, is sometimes given in small doses as an alterative and tonic, but is chiefly used ex- ternally. 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 cancerous or phagedsenic sores, 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. When used as a caustic, the chloride is generally made into a paste with flour, and it is sometimes combined with Chloride of Antimony. Zinci Chloridi Liquor may be used as a caustic, or diluted with water to form a disinfecting solution. Burnett's solution contains one pound of the chloride in five gallons of water. It is largely employed as a disin- fectant and deodorizer ; also to prevent the dry rot in wood, and to preserve animal matters from putrefaction. Antidotes, — Carbonate of Soda, emetics, warm demulcent drinks. 3047 9 Zinci Chloridi, gr. ij. Sp. iEtheris, ^ss. Misce. Five drops to be administered every four hours. In Chorea, Ejpilepsy, — Hanke. 3048 9 Zinci Chloridi, gr. x. Acidi Gallici, 3j. Aquse, 3viij. Fiat injectio. In Oleet.—MY. Erichsen. 34 530 3041) THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 9 . Zinci Chloridi, partem j. Farinae tostse, partes ij ad iv. Aqiise, q. s. nt fiat pasta caustica. About 24—30 drops of water to each ounce of the chloride. A Powerful Caustic. — CANQroiN. 3050 ^ Zinci Chlor. 5ss. Liq. Antimonii Chlor. n\xv. Parinse, 5j. Aquae destil. q. s. Fiat massa, qu^ pars morbida exedatur. In Cancer and Lupus. — Dr. Nelioan. 3051 Zinci Chlor. liquid! (i. e. zinc dissolved in strong hydro- chloric acid), v(\y. Morphiae Sulph. gr. ss. Pastas Tragacantn. 5iij. Misce: fiat suppositorium, quod in vaginum alternis diebus intromit! atur. In Cancer of the Uterus. — Gaudeiot. *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 or more. The Ferrocyanide has also been given in nervous and spasmodic disorders, in doses of 1 to 4 grains three times daily. 3052 9> Zinci Cyanureti, gr. vj. Magnes. calcin. gr. iv. Pulv. Cinnam. gr. iv. Misce : fiat pulvis, 4t4 quaque hora sumendus. In Gastrodynia, Dyspepsia, and Dysmenorrhcea, Dr. Copland. 3053 Zinci Cyanidi, gr. xv. Ext. Glycyrrhizse, 5ij. Misce. Div. in pil. 60. Sumat j ter die. KOPP. 3054 Zinci Cyanidi, gr. ^ — ^j. Syr. simp. 5j- Misce. A Majendie. 3055 Zinci Ferrocyauidi, gr. viij. Sacchari, 5j. Misce, et div. in pulveres xij seq. Sumat j secundis horis. In Cardialgia. — Rosensteil. THE BOOK OF PRESCEIPTIONS. 531 3056 5® Zinci Ferrocyanidi, gr. xv. Pulv. Valerian. 5ss. Ext. Valerian, q. s. ut fiant pil. 60. Sumat j iiocte maneque. In Chorea , — Kosensteil. 3057 5- Zinci Ferrocyanidi, gr. iv. Aquse destil. ^ij. Misce. Sumat quartam partem quater de die. Lincke. *ZINCI lODIDUM. Iodide of Zinc is sometimes given internally in small doses in scrofula. It acts externally as an astringent and alterative. It is used to form collyria in scrofulous ophthal- mia, and an ointment is employed in the friction of chronic glandular enlargements. 3058 5® Zinci lodidi, gr. iv. Aquae destil. fvj. Misce : fiat collyrium. 3059 51 Zinci lodidi, jj. Adipis, 3j. Misce : fiat unguentum. An alterative stimulant in Shin Diseases, — Dr. HoOPEE. *ZINCI LACTAS. Lactate of Zinc is tonic and antispasmodic, and is given in chorea, epilepsy, &c. It is more readily absorbed than other preparations of Zinc. Dose, 2 to 5 grains. ZINCI OXIDUM. Oxide of Zinc is a white, tasteless, inodorous, insoluble powder. It is not often used internally, though it may be employed in nervous disorders in the same manner as the Sulphate. Externally^ it is employed as an astringent and absorbent. The powder may he dusted over sores, excoria- tions, and eruptions. It forms a mild, cooling ointment, and is thus applied to wounds, ringworm of the scalp, impetigi- nous pustular eruptions, and tarsal ophthalmia. Bose of Zinci Oxidi, 2 to i© grains. Ungueutum Zinci Oxidi is largely used as a mild ointment. 3060 5^ Zinci Oxidi, gr. xij. Magnesise calcin. 3S8. Pulv. Calumbse, 5j. Tere bene simul, et div. in cartulas xij, quar. cap. j ter quaterve in die. In Diarrhoea, — De IIaein". 532 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 3061 9> Zinci Oxidi, 5j. Sodse Bicarb, gr. x. Misce : fiat pulv. iv. One every three hours. In Intestinal Catarrh. — Revillout. 3062 5“ Zinci Oxidi, Ext. ValeriariEe, Ext. Hyoscyami, ana 5ss. M. et div. in pil. 40. One to ten pills daily. In obstinate Neuralgias. — Meglin. 3063 Pnlv. Oxidi Zinci, 5j. Pulv. Opii, gr. X. Pulv. Cinchonse, Pulv. Sera. Eoeniculi, ana Misce. Divide in pulv, 50. Suraat j secundis horis. In Hooping-cough. — Augustin. 3064 Ziuci Oxidi, Ext. Gentianse, ana gr. v. Misce : fiant pil. ij. A Tonic . — Dr. Hooper. 3065 9= ^^xt. Hyoscyami, Pulv. Valerian, rad. Zinci Oxidi, ana gr. j. Fiat pilula. Sumatur bis terve de die. In Neuralgia . — Dr. Day. 3066 9> Zinci Oxidi, Ext. Hyoscyami, ana gr. iv. Misce et divide in pil. ij nocte sum. In the Night Perspirations of Phthisis. Dr. Theophilus Thompson. 3067 9> Zinci Oxidi, 5ij. Pulv. Amyli, ^iv. Misce: fiat pulvis. To be dusted on the parts affected. In Pczema, Acne, Impetigo . — Cazenave. 3068 9> Zinci Oxidi, 5ij. Camphoree, 5ss. Pulv. Amyli, 5iv. Misce : fiat pulv. To be dusted over the parts affected. In Prurigo . — Cazenaye. 3069 9> Zinci Oxidi, gr. xij. Calomel, gr. ix. Camphorse, gr. vj, Butyri recentis, 5ij. But. Cacao, 5ss. M. fiat unguentum. Por th6 iSgelids in Ophthalmia. — Trousseau and Reyeil. 3070 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 533 3071 3072 Oxidi Ziiici, gr. xx. Cerat. Galeni (cold cream), Ext. Belladonnse, gr. xx. Glycerini, 3ij. Misce : fiat unguentum. To Irritable Eruptions, with a coj^ious discharge. Dr. NeliGAN. 9, Ung. Zinci, 5 j. Liq. Plumbi Subacet. Liq. Opii sedat. ana 53s. Misce : fiat unguentum, bis in die parti affectse applicandum. In External Tiles , — Mr. CouLSON. 5 ^ Zinci Oxidi, Pulv. Calaminse, Pulv. Lycopodii, ana Pulv. Myrrhse, Plumbi Acet. ana 3ss. Axungise, 5iss. Misce : fiat unguentum. To Extensive Burns, — Mr. Sayoey. *ZINCI PHOSPHAS. Phosphate of Zinc is a nervine tonic. It is given in anaemic states of the system, especially chlorosis. Dose, 2 to 5 grains. ZINCI SULPHAS. Sulphate of Zinc, This salt occurs in small colourless prismatic crystals, and is soluble in water. In small doses, it is astringent, tonic, and antispasmodic. It is given as an astringent in fluxes and hiemorrhages ; as a tonic in general debility, from whatever cause ; and as an antispasmodic in hysteria, chorea, epilepsy, neuralgia, and gastrodynia. In epilepsy the dose must be gradually increased from a small quantity to as many grains as can be tolerated without producing vomiting. 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 gonorrhoea, &c., in lotions to sores. Dose, as a tonic or astringent, I to 2 grains ; as an emetic, 10 to 30 grains. 3073 9> Zinci Sulphat. Ext. Hmmatoxyli, ana gr. v. Misce, et div. in pil. ij. In Diarrhoeaj <^c . — Dr. Hoopee. 534 THE BOOK OE PSESCBlETIONS. 3074 9, Zinci Sulpliat. gr. ij. Ext. Hyoscyami, gr. iv. Misce, et div. in pil. ij nocte sumeiidas. For the Night Persjpirations of Phthisis. Dr. Theophilus Thompson. 3075 9, Zinci Sulpliat. 5ss. Ext. Conii, 5j. Syr. Tolutani, q. s. Misce. Divide in pilulas xx. Sumat j ter die. In the ulcerated Stage of Consumption»-—J)v. Geegoey. 3076 5° Zinci Sulphat. 3ss. Ext. Gentianae, 3ij. Ext. Colocynth. co. 3j. Misce, et div. in pil. x"x. Sumat ij omni nocte. ^ In Costiveness with Nervous Pehility, — Dr. Babingtok. 3077 Zinci Sulphat. 5j. Ext. Gentianse, 9j. Quin. Sulpli. 5ss. 01. Anthemidis, u\vj. Misce. Div. in pil. xxx, quar. capiat j ter die. A Tonic. — Dr. Golding Bied. 3078 Zinci Sulphat. gr. ij. Ext. Conii, gr. iij. Eiat pilula. To be taken every night. In Chorea. — Dr. James Andeew. SO79 Zinci Sulphat. gr. viij. Ext. Belladonnse, gr. ij. Aquae, %iv. Misce. A tablespoonful four times a day — for a child of three years. In Pertussis. — Dr. H. W. Fdllee. 3080 5° Zinci Sulphat. 9j. Ext. Gentianae, 9iv. Ext. Anthemidis, 9ij. Contunde massam, et divide in pil. 40, quar. sumantur duae bis die, cum haustu infra praescripto : Inf. Gentianae co. 5x. Acid. Sulph. Aromat. rqxij. Tiiict. Zingiberis, 5j. Misce. A Tonic . — Dr. Copland. 3081 Zinci Sulphat. 9j. Aquae Cinnaraomi, Aquae, ana ^ss. Misce; fiat haustus emeticus. To produce Vomiting s^eedilgy after Poisoning, Sfc. Dr. Hoopee. THE EOOK OE PRESCRIPTIONS. 535 3083 9> Zinci Sulpliat. gr. xv. Pulv. Ipecac, gr. xv. Aquae, |iss. Misce. ut fiat haustus emeticus. (To be repeated in ten minutes, and then followed by large doses of calomel.) In Dysentery and Cholera. — Mr. Richaedson. 3083 9> Zinci Sulphat. 3j. Inf. Quassise, 5 v. Tinct. Calumbse, 3 j. Misce ; fiat mistura. One sixth part for a dose. A Tonic. — Dr. Hoopee. SOSl 5L Zinci Sulph. gr. ij — iv. Tinct. Cantharidis, rqxx." Aquae, 5j. Misce. Sumatur ter in die. In Tara'plegic Palsy. — Dr. Budd. 3085 Zinci Sulphat. gr. ij. Vini Opii, rf\\. Syr. Tolu. 5 j. Mist. Amyg. 31X. Misce : fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In latter stages of Consnmjgtion. — Dr. Geeqoey. 3086 5“ Zinci Sulphat. gr. vj. Acidi Sulph. dil. Tq_xxx. Syr. Aurantii, ^ss. Inf. Aurant. ^vss. Misce : sumantur cochl. duo ter die. A Tonic.— Dr. Detjitt. 3087 Zinci Sulphat. gr. j. Quin. Sulph. gr. ij. Inf. Rosae Acidae, 5 x. Tinct. Aurantii, Syr. Aurantii, ana 5 j. Misce : fiat haustus 4ta quaque hora sumendus. Dr. Copland. The following prescriptions are for external use. 3088 Zinci Sulphat. Alum. list. Sodae Bibor. aa gr. xv. Pulv. Sacchari, 333 . M. et pulv. subtilissimum reduc. A Dry Collyrium for Ophthalmic Affections. Teousbeau and Reveil. 3089 Zinci Sulphat. Oj. Aquae Rosae, 3 vij. Oxymel. simplicis, 5j- Misce ; fiat gargarisma frequentur uteuduro. Dr. Copland. 536 THE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS, 3090 9= Zinci Sulphat. gr. ij. Vini Opii, sij. Aquse Rosae, 5 vj. Misce : fiat lotio. To be applied to the eyes. In the Purulent Ophthalmia of Infants, after the Complaint has been subdued by Lotions of Nitrate of Silver, Mr. J. France. 3091 9» Zinci Sulphat. p. ij. Aluminis, gr. iij. Plumbi Acet. gr. ij. Aquse, 3 j. Misce: fiat lotio. To be used warm. In Erysipelas and Paronychia. — Dr. F. Beown. 3093 9» Zinci Sulphat. gr. x— 3j. Sp. Camphorse, -n^xx. Aquse destil. 3 j. Misce : fiat injectio. A teaspoonful to be used three tioies a day. In Gonorrhoea, — M. J. L. MiLTON. 3093 9 , Zinci Sulphat. Acidi Tannici, ana gr. xv. Aquse Rosse, 3 vj. Misce : fiat injectio. To be used two or three times daily. In Gonorrhoea, — M. Ricoed. 3094 9» Zinci Sulphat. gr. xxx. Aquse, Oss. Solve : fiat injectio per anum, post alvi dejectionem quotidie utend. Por PLcemorrhoids, — Dr. Day. 3095 9> Zinci Sulphat. Cupri Sulph. ana 5 j. Aquse Rosse, Misce : fiat lotio. A Styptic. — Dr. Copland. 3096 9> Zinci Sulphat. gr. xvj. Tinct. Lavend. co. Sp. Rosmarini, aa 5 ij. Aquse, lotio. In WeaJc Ulcer. — Mr. Eeichsen. 3097 9> Zinci Sulphat. Aluminis, aa gr. iij. A.qu36, 5j. Fiat lotio. In Bubo. — Dr. F. P. Atkinson. ZINCI VALERI ANAS. Valerianate of Zinc. This salt has a strong odour and taste of Valerian. It has been much recommended as a powerful tonic and antispas- modic, and it is given in chorea, epilepsy, neuralgia, and liysteria. Dose, 1 to 6 grains. THE BOOK OF PBESCBIPTIONS. 537 3098 9 , Zinci Valerianatis, gr. ix. Pulv. TragacanthfE, gr. xxx. Misce, et div, in pil. xij. Sumat j nocte maneque. In Nervous Headache. — DevAT. 3099 9> Zinci Valerianatis, 3j. Ext. Hyoscyami, 9iss. M. riant pil. xxx. Capiat unam bis terve die. In Facial Neuralgia. — Dr. H. Geeen. 3100 9> Zinci Valerianatis, Quin. Valerianatis, ana gr. j. Ext. Gentianse, q. s. Misce ; fiat pilula, omni bora repetenda. In Fpilegsy. 3101 9> Zinci Valerianatis, Pulv. Castoris, ana 9j. Ext. Valerianae, q. s. ut fiat massa in pil. xxiv dividenda. Sumat j vel ij pro dosi. C. Martini. 3102 9> Zinci Valerianatis, gr. |. Aquae flor. Aurantii, ^iss. Misce : fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In Hysterical Neuralgia. — Dr. Neligan. 3103 9> Zinci Valerianatis, gr. iss. Aquae destil. 5vss. Syrupi, 3j. Misce. Sumat coclil. medium omni semihorio. Devay. 3104 9> Zinci Valerianatis, gr. viij. Tinct. Valerianae, 3ij. Aquae flor. Aurantii, ^iij. Syr. Hemedesmi, 5ij. Misce ; fiat mistura, cujus capiat cochl. j amplum sextis lioris. Ill Hysteria and Chorea. — Dr. Neligan. ZINCUM GRANULATUM. Granulated Zinc is employed in the preparations of Liquor Zinci Chloridiy Zinci Chloridum, and Zinci Sul- jphas. ZINGIBER. Ginger is the rhizome of the Zingiber officinale (Nat. Ord. Zingiber acece)^ 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, and is often combined with purgative medicines to obviate their 538 THS BOOlt OP PBBSCEIPTIOKS. griping tendency. Uxternall^, it is rubefacient, and may even raise a blister. Dose of Pulvis Zingiheris, 10 to 30 grains. Tinctura *, 10 to 80 minims. Tinctura fortior (Essence of Ginger), 5 to 20 minims. Syrupus , 1 to 4 drachms, as an addition to other medicines. *Gingenne^ 1 to 2 grains. 3105 Tinct. Zingib. 5ij. Sp. Ammon, arom. 5ss. Aquse destil. 3iss. Misce : fiat haustus, ter die sumendus. In Acidity of Stomach and JSearthurn. 3106 5^ Pulv. Ziiigib. 5iss. Aquae ferventis, Oss. Macera per boras ij in vase leviter clause, et cola ] turn adde Tinct. Zingiheris, Syr. ejusdem, ana 3ss. Misce. A good Vehicle^ and a grateful Aromatic in Flatulency. Dr. Copland. 3107 9* Palv. Zingib. 5vij. Pulv. Sinapis, 3j. Aquae ferv. q. s. ut fiat pasta idoneae crassitudinis, quae super linteo vel alut^ illinenda sit, et parti affectae applicanda. A Stimulant to Local Fains, ALIMENTS. Extract op Beef. Rump steak, 1 lb, mince well ; add 1 pint of cold water; simmer for three hours; skim and serve. A teaspoonful of cream to a teacupful of extract is re- commended. Restorative Soup. Rump steak, 1 lb, mince well ; add 5 viij distilled water ; hydrochloric acid, pure, miv ; common salt, 5ss — j; stir well, and let it stand for three hours, then strain. To residue on strainer add 5 ij water, and stir. Mix the two quantities. Dose, one wineglassful only slightly warmed. Essence op Beef. Grav^y beef, free from fat, 1 lb, mince well, and pound in mortar with of cold water; add a little salt ; place in air-tight jar, which put into an oven for three hours, and then strain. Dose, two or more teaspoonfuls. 0?HE BOOK OF PRESCRIPTIONS. 539 Mutton or Veal Broth. Mutton or veal, ft ; cold water, ^xl; rice, 313 . Simmer for four hours, then boil for a few minutes. Strain and serve. Beef Tea. Beef, well minced, 1 Ib; cold water, pint. Pub into an earthenware teapot. Simmer for three hours on the hob. Eggs, Cream, and Extract of Beef. Pearl sago, wash well, then stew in i a pint of water till soft and very thick. Add of boiling cream, ^ pint ; yolks of fresh eggs, 4 ; boiling beef tea, 1 pint. Stir carefully and serve. Lime Water and Mile. Liq. Calcis Saccharati, 5j — iv. Sodse Bicarb, gr. xv. Lactis recentis, ad '^iv. Misce. Artificial Ass’s Milk. Gelatine, '^ss ; hot barley water, ^ pint ; dissolve. Add refined sugar, ; cow’s milk, 1 pint. Artificial Goat’s Milk. Suet, chopped fine, Put into a muslin bag and boil slowly in a quart of milk. Sweeten with white sugar. Dr. T. H. Tanner. MINERAL WATERS. Appolinaris. — Acidulous and gaseous. Carlsbad. — Alkaline and gaseous ; powerfully purgative. Ems. — Saline and gaseous. Friedrichshall. — Alterative, aperient. Kissengen. — Saline, gaseous, aperient. Keeuznach. — Saline, alterative, tonic. Maeienbad. — A gaseous bitter saline. PuLLNA. — A bitter saline, a mild purge, does not gripe. Seidlitz. — Purgative. Seltzer. — Gaseous, promotes secretions generally. Spa. — Gaseous, chalybeate. A^als. — L ike Vich}’, but less lowering. Viciiy. — Chalybeate. WooDiiALL. — Gaseous, alterative. INDEX OF DISEASES AND EEMEDIES. This Index is intended to assist the memory of the prescriber on the oc- currence of any emergency. In most cases the remedies specially to be relied upon 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. Acidity, Gasteic. Alkalies (Potassa, Soda, Ammonia, Lime, Magnesia, their carbonates and bicarbonates). Purgatives (Rheum, Aloes, Pilula Hydrargyri, Ricini Oleum). Tonics (Calumba, Cascarilla, Gentiana). Stimulants. Bismuth. Acne. See Cutaneous Diseases. Ague. See Fever, Intermittent. Albuminous Ukine. See Bright’s Disease of Kidney. Amaukosis. Strychnia. Tonics. Purgatives. Blisters to temple. Amenoeehgea. Ferruin (Sulphate, Perchloride, Ammonio-citrate, Car- bonate). Aloes. Gum-resins (Assafoetida, Myrrh, Ammoniacum, Guaiacum, Galbanum). Valeriana. Can- tharides. Sabina. Ergota, with caution. Anaemia. Ferri pra3parata. Aloes and other purges. Tonics, Stimu- lants, and good living. INDEX. 541 Anesthetic agents. .Ether. Chloroformum. Methyleni Bichloridmn. Amyl. Freezing. Galvanism. Anasaeca. General dropsy. Drastic purges (Jalapa, Scammonium, Croton Tiglium, Elaterium, Hydrarg. Subclilor.). Scilla. Colchicum. Scoparius. Salines (Potass. Acet., Bitart., &c.). Aneueism, Aoetic. Digitalis. Purges. Low diet. Rest. Angina pectoeis. Opium. Digitalis. Moschus ? Assafoetida ? Angina tonsillaeis. See Cynanche, and Sore-tliroat. Aphonia. Loss of voice. Blisters. Cataplasma Sinapis. Stimulant gargles in simple relaxed throat. Mercury and lod. Potassium in syphilitic cases. Aphthe. Thrush. PotassjB Chloras. Mel Boracis. Liquor Sodse Chloratae. Liq. Calcis Chlor. Washes of Rhatany, Catechu, &c. Aeachnitis. Inflammation of membranes of brain. Drastic purges. Pil. Hydrarg. Shaving. Cold lotions or Ice to head. Darkness and Quiet. Ascaeides. Purge (Castor oil. Jalap, Scammony, Aloes, Senna), Clysters of common Salt, of Assafoetida, Tanacetum, Quassia, Artemisia. Artemisia contra. Santonine. Ascites. Drastics (Elaterium, Scammonium, 01. Tiglii, Cambogia, Potassse Tart. Acid.). Salines. Pil. Hydrarg. Scilla. Digitalis. Taraxacum. Asthma. Change of air. Stramonium. Opium. .Ether. Sp. Mth, Nit. Sp. Chloroform. Hyoscyamus. Antim. Tart. Ipecacuanha. Valeriana. Assafoetida. Scilla. Digi- talis. Lobelia. Bed-soees. Plasters of Amadou, &c. Unguentura Plumbi. Alum poultice, Liq. Ferri Perchloridi, Hydrarg. Perchlor* 542 INDEX. Bladdee, Inflammation of. Pareira. Uva Ursi. Opium. Buchu. Copaiba. Bleeding. See Haemorrhage. Height’s Disease oe Kidney. Purge (as Jalap) at morning. Diaphoretic (Dover’s powder) at night. Hot-air baths. Cupping of loins for active inflammation. Pil. Hydrarg. Beonchitis. Vin. Antimonii. Ipecacuanha. Scilla. Potass. Bicarb, Purges. Bubo. Poultices. Emplast. Hydrarg. Ung. Plumbi. Ung, Plumbi Acet. Ung. Opii. Buens and Scalds. Cotton-wool. Flour. Chalk. Linimentum Calcis. Lo- tions of Chlorinated Soda, Decoct. Lini sem. Simple Ointment. Cachexia. Animal food. Wine and Stimulants. Change of air. Morrhuse Oleum. Tonics. Calculous Aeeections, with acid urine. Potash, Soda, Lithia, Lime, Magnesia, their carbonates and bicarbonates. Sodae Phosphas. Ammonise Phos- phas. Ammoniae Benzoas. Acidum Benzoicum. Uva tirsi. Buchu. Pareira. Calculous Affections, with alkaline urine. Acidum Nitricum. Acidum Hydrochloricum. Strychnia. Tonics. Stimulants. Uva Ursi, Buchu, Pareira. Calculi, Biliaey. Soda, and its carbonates. Opium. jEther. Cancee. The Knife. Eschar otic applications (Actual cautery, Zinci Chloridum, Antimonii Chloridum, Potassa fusa). Anodyne applications (Unguentum Opii, Cataplasma Opii, Ung. et Cataplasm. Belladonnse, Carrot, and Charcoal poultices). To remove smelly Liq. Sodse Chlor, INDEX. 543 Cancetjm Oris. Potassse Chloras. Borax externally. Potassse Perman- ganas. Cardialqia. Heartburn. See Acidity, Gastric. Caries of Bones. Acidum Phosphoricum ? Potassi lodidum. Morrbuse Oleum. Catarrh. Ipecacuanha. Scilla. Sp. JEth. Nit. Liq. Ammonise Acetatis et Citratis. Mist. Amygdalae. Ammoniacura. 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. Liniin. Hydrarg. Ung. Hyd. Nitratis. Ung. Hyd. Oxidi Rubrum. Ung. Zinci. Chaps. Glycerine. Honey. Mel Boracis. Ung. Sambuci. Sapo Camphoratus. Chilblains. Lotion of Iodine, Hydrochlor. acid, or Carb. Potash. Ointments of Alum, Camphor, Creasote, Henbane, Mus- tard, Borax. Chicken-pock. Mild purges. Salines. Rest, and moderate support. Chlorosis. See Anaemia. Cholera, English. Castor oil. Rhubarb, Senna. Chalk. Catechu. Cholera, Malignant. Rhubarb and Magnesia, as prophylactic. Sulphuric acid ? Quinine ? Emetic of Salt ? Wine and Stimulants. Warm poultices to abdomen. Opium ? Calomel ? 544 INDEX. Choeea. Ferri Carbonas, Ferri Ammon. Cit., Vinum Ferri. Cupri Sulphas, Cupri Ammon. Sulph. Liquor Potassse Ar- senitis. Valeriana, Assafoetida. Purgatives. Tonics. Colic. Pain in belly with flatulence, and without inflam- mation. Purgatives (Rhubarb, Senna, Castor oil). Alkalies (Soda, Chalk, Magnesia). Turpentine. Assafoetida. Valerian. Ether. Warm fomentations. Plasters of Opium, Bel- ladonna, Camphor, Turpentine. Clysters of Turpentine, Assafoetida, Tobacco. CoLiCA PiCTONUM. Lead colic. Alumen. Acidum Sulphuricum. Magnes. Sulph. 01. Ricini. Opium. Potassii lodidum. Anodyne plasters. CONDYLOMATA. Warts. Caustics (Nit. Silver, Nit. acid). Lotions of Iodine, Carb. Potash, or Hydrarg. Perchlor. Ung. Hyd. Nit. Ox. Ung. Hyd. Nitratis. Acid. Acet. Chromic Acid. Constipation. Purgatives (Rheum, Aloes, 01. Ricini, Colocynthis, Jalapa, Scammonium, Podophyllum, Senna, Magnesia, Magnes. Sulph., Sod. Sulph., Sod. et Pot. Tart., Elaterium, 01. Tiglii). Laxatives (Cassia, Prunum, Manna). Brown- bread. Exercise. Cold bathing. Tonics (Cinchona, Calumba, Ferri Carb., &c.). Fel Bovis. Terebinthina. Consumption. See Phthisis. Contusions. Lotions of Arnica. Lotions of Liq. Plumb. Diacet., Acetic Acid, Sulph. Copper, Carb. Potash. Linimentum Calcis. Unguents. Convulsions. See Epilepsy, Hysteria, Chorea. Convulsions op Childeen. Castor oil. Tonics. Wine and Water. Wholesome diet. COEYZA. Cold in the head. Sp. iSth. Nit. Salines (Pot. Chloras, Pot. Nitras). Sodae Bicarb. Ipecacuanha. Mild purging. Warm bathing. Quinia. Ammonia, Index. S45 Coirc^li, Chronic. Mist. Acaciae. Mist. Amygdalae. Oxymel Scillae. Tinct. Campli. CO. Myrrha, Tolu. Decoct. Cinchona) with Ammonia. Ipecacuanha and Hyoscyamus. Syr. Papaveris. Tinct. Conii. Cramp in the Stomach. See Acidity, and Colic. Croup. Leeches to throat. Warm bath. Viuum Antimon., to keep up nausea. Cataplasma Sinapis. Hyd. Subchlor., or Castor oil. Croup, Spasmodic, o£ Infants. Warm bath. Castor oil. Stimulants (wine). Tonics. Cutaneous Diseases. Alkalies (Potash, Soda, their carbonates and bicarbonates). Sulphur, Potassii Sulphurata. Acidum Arseniosum, Liquor Potassse Arsenitis. Acidum Carbolicum. Ar- senici lodidum, Liq. Hydrarg. et Arsenic! lodidi (Donovan’s). Creasoton. Fuligokali, Pix nigra. Aqua Picis liquidae. Hydrarg. Subchlor., Hydrarg. Perchlor., Pil. Hydrarg. Antim. Tart. Bromum. Potassii lodidum. Guaiacum, Sarsa, Mezereum. Oleunj Mor- rhuae. 'Externally only, Ung. Sulphuris, Ung. Creasoti, Ung. Picis nigrae, Ung. Hydrargyri, Ung. Hyd. Sub- chlor., Ung. Hyd. Nit. Ox., Lotio Hyd. Ox., Ung. Hyd. Am. Chlor., Ung. lodin., Ung. Pot. lodidi. Lotio Sod. vel Pot. Carb. Liquor Calcis. Balneum Sulphuro- sum, &c. Cynanche. Tonsillitis, or Quinsy. Leeches. Poultices. Emetics. Nit. Silver to fauces. Guaiacum internally. Pot. lodidum. Cystitis. Inflammation of bladder. (When acute) Leeches to perinaeum or pubes. Castor oil. Warm bath. Opium. Pulv. Ipecac, co. (When chronic) Copaiba, Uva Ursi, Cubeba, Buchu. Delirium tremens. Stimulants in moderation. Opium. Quinia. Moschus. P. Ipecac. CO. Antim. Tart. Tinct. Digitalis ? Diabetes. Saccharine urine. Animal food, Pats and oils. Exclude starch from diet. 35 516 INDEX. .Gluten-bread, Bran-bread. Ammonia. Cupri. Ammon. Sulpb. Tinct. Ferri Percblor. Catechu, Kino. Opium, Morphia. Colchicum. Pot. Permanganas ? Diaeehcea. Purgatives (Castor oil. Senna, Pil. Hydrarg., Rhubarb). Absorbents (Creta, Bismuthi Nit.). Aromatics (Cinna- momum, Myristica, Caryophyllus, Pimenta, Zingiber, Piper, Cubeba, Capsicum, Mentha piperita, 01. Caju- puti). Astringents (Opium, Acidum Tannicum, Acidum Gallicum, Catechu, Kino, Krameria, Hsema- toxylum, Gallse, Quercus, Tormentilla, Cupri Sulphas, Plumbi Acetas, Alumen, Acidum Sulphuricum). Cin- chona, Quinia, Calumba, Quassia. Antim. Tart. Ipecacuanha. Diphtheeia. Malignant sore throat, with formation of white membrane. Nit. Silver to throat. Liq. Ferri Perchloridi. Wine and support. Quinia, et Cinchouae prseparata. Ammonia. Potassae Chloras. Mel Boracis. Liq. Sodae Chloratae. Salines. Sp. jEth. Nit., Sp. ^th. Chlor. DEOP.SY. See Anasarca, and Ascites. Dysenteey. Leeches, when acute. Warm fomentations. Pil. Hy- drarg. 01. Ricini. Opium, Morphia. Ipecacuanha, Pulv. Ipecac, co. Enema or suppository of Opium. Astringents (Plumb. Acet., Cupri Sulph., Acid. Tannic., Terebinthina). Dyspepsia. Purgatives (01. Ricini, Rheum, Aloes). Alkalies (Sod. Carb., Liquor Calcis, Magnesia, M agues. Carb., Liq. Magnes. Bicarb.). Absorbents (Creta, Bismuthi Nit.). Aromatics (Cinnaniomum, Zingiber, Capsicum, Cubeba, Coriandum, 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. Subchlor., Colchi- cum, Ipecacuanha, &c.). Acidum Lacticum. Pepsiua. Acidum Carbolicum. Dyspecea. See Asthma. iNDEX. 547 Btsuria. Opium. Copaiba. Antim. Tart. Salines. P. Ipecac, co. Pareira. Eae, Inflammation of. Leeching. Poulticing. Warm fomentations, Foment, of Decoct. Papav. Injection of Opium, Morpliia, or Alum. Ecthyma. See Cutaneous Diseases. Eczema. See Cutaneous diseases. Elephantiasis. See Cutaneous diseases. Emphysema of Lijno. See Asthma. Ether and Stimulants. Opium ? Hyoscyamus, Stramo- nium. A dry bracing climate. Empyema. Effusion following Pleurisy. Calomel and Opium. Tapping. Quinine. Endocarditis. Blistering. Antim. Tart, (to keep up nausea). Calomel and Opium. Leeching. Purgatives. Enlaeoements, Glandular. Apply Tinct. lodin., Tinct. lodin. co., IJng. lodinii, or Ung. Pot. lod. Internally, Potassii lodidum. Ferri prse- parata. Aloes. Quinia. Pil. Hydrarg. Calcium Sulphide. Enteritis. Inflammation of bowels. Leeches to abdomen. Warm fomentations. Ditto with Tinct. Opii or Decoct. Papav. Calomel and Opium. Castor oil. Warm enemata. Blistering when chronic. Equinia. Glanders. Wine, Brandy, and support. Nitric acid ? Quinia ? Epilepsy. Purgatives (Aloes, Rhubarb, Castor oil). Wine and Stimu- lants. Good living and air. Quinine and tonics. Specific remedies (Argent. Nit., Argent. Ox., Zinci Sulph., Zinci Acet., Zinci Oxidum, Zinci Valeriauas, Ferri prseparata, Cupri Sulph., Cupri Ammon. Sulph., Liq. Pot. Arsen., Terebinthinaj Oleum, Cotyledon, Valeriana, Indigo). Epistaxis. Raise arms. Cold to nape of neck or forehead. Plug nares. In jection of Alum, Sulp. Copper, or Sulph. Iron. Hamamelis Virginica. Erysipelas. Purgatives (Senna, Hyd. Subchlor., Magnes. Sulph., Sod. S48 et Pot. Tart.). Calomel and Opium. Leeches. Vinum Antimonialis, Vinum Ipecac. In low cases^ Wine, sup- port, Quinine. JExternal ap]plications. Warm foment., Starch, Chalk, Magnesia, Nit. Silver. Cataplasma fer- menti, or Lotio Sodse Chlorin., or Cataplasma Carbonis, for gangrene. Erythema. Saline aperient. Cool lotion of Spirit, Ether, or Chloro- form. Lotio Plumbi Subacet. Lotio Sodse Carb. Excoriations. Dry Powder (Chalk, Starch, Plumbi Carb.). Unguen- tum Aquae Posse Cold Cream’'). Ung. Zinci, Ung. Plumbi Carb. Sapo Camphoratus. Glycerimim. Exanthemata. See Fevers, Eruptive. Face, Eruptions of. Alteratives (Pil. Hydrarg., Hyd. Perchlor., Aloes, Liq. Pot. Arsen., Sarsa, Potassii lodidum). Cool washes (Sod. Carb , Ammon. Chlor., Pot. Nit., Aquae Posse, Aqua Amygdalae, Lotio Plumb. Diacet.). Unguents. Fainting. Ammonia to nostrils. Cold water to face and chest. Fresh air. Loose clothing. Feyers, Eruptive. Antim. Tart., Ipecacuanha, and Hyd. Subchlor., in high fever. Salines (Potassae Nitras, Potassae Chloras, Am- monise Acetatis Liquor; Liq. Ammon. Citratis ; Potassae Tartras, Tartras Acida, Acetas; Pulveres effervescentes). Acid drinks (Acidum Nit. dil., Acid. Hydrochlor. dil.. Acid. Sulph. dil., Acid. Cit., Acid. Tart., Succus Limo- num). Purgatives (Magnes. Sulph., Sodae Pot. Tart., Oleum Picini, Jalapa, Pil. Hydrarg.). Diaphoretics (Salines Sp. uEth. Nit., Spir. Chloroform., Ipecac., Pul vis Doveri; Opium, cautiously; Antim. Tart., in small doses). In low cases. Wine and support. During convalescence, Quinia and Iron. Fever, Intermittent. Ague. Between paroxysms, Quiuiae Sulphas; any salt of Quinia, Cinchonia, Quinidia ; any preparation of Cinchona Park. Cusparia, Cascarilla, Calumba, Gentiana, Quassia,