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Title: Epitome of the Pharmacopeia of the United States and the National Formulary - With Comments
Author: Wilbert, M. I., Sollmann, Torald, Hewlett, A. W., Puckner, W. A.
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EPITOME OF THE PHARMACOPEIA OF THE UNITED
STATES AND THE NATIONAL FORMULARY,
WITH COMMENTS
* * * * *
Prepared for the Use of Physicians Under Authorization of the Council on
Pharmacy and Chemistry of the American Medical Association by a
Committee Consisting of the Following:
A.W. Hewlett, M.D., Professor of Medicine, Leland Stanford Junior
University.
Torald Sollmann, M.D., Professor of Pharmacology and Materia Medica,
Medical Department, Western Reserve University.
M.I. Wilbert, Ph.M., Phar.D., Assistant in the Division of
Pharmacology, Hygienic Laboratory, U.S. Public Health Service.
W.A. Puckner, Phar.D., Secretary of the Council on Pharmacy
and Chemistry.
* * * * *
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
535 North Dearborn Street Chicago
1924
[Authority to use for comment the Pharmacopeia of the United States of
America, ninth decennial revision, in this volume, has been granted by
the Board of Trustees of the United States Pharmacopeial Convention,
which Board of Trustees is in no way responsible for the accuracy of any
translations of the official weights and measures, or for any statement
as to the strength of official preparations.
Permission to use for comment parts of the National Formulary has been
granted by the Council of the American Pharmaceutical Association.]
Copyright, 1921
American Medical Association
PREFACE TO FIRST EDITION
The Pharmacopeia of the United States and the National Formulary are now
recognized by federal and state laws as standards for drugs and their
preparations. Physicians who prescribe Pharmacopeial or National
Formulary drugs or preparations, therefore, are more likely to obtain a
good and constant quality than if they prescribe unofficial articles,
i.e., articles that have no legalized standard. Hence medical men are
interested in knowing what drugs and preparations are included in these
two books of standards. Both the Pharmacopeia and the National
Formulary, however, contain a vast amount of technical information, of
value to pharmacists but of little interest to physicians. The Journal
of the American Medical Association in 1907 issued the "Physicians'
Manual of the U.S. Pharmacopeia and National Formulary," a book designed
to meet the needs of physicians in this respect. The fact that this book
did meet a real need is evidenced by the continued demand for it.
The present "Epitome of the U.S. Pharmacopeia and National Formulary"
takes the place of that book, but is based on the new (the ninth)
revision of the Pharmacopeia and the new (the fourth) edition of the
National Formulary. It has been prepared under the direction of a
committee appointed by the Council on Pharmacy and Chemistry of the
American Medical Association. The aim has been to include all the matter
in the Pharmacopeia and National Formulary which is likely to be of
interest to physicians. This, it is believed, consists of the official
titles and their abbreviations; synonyms; brief definitions; when
necessary, concise descriptions of the physical properties; and dosage.
Since both the Pharmacopeia and the National Formulary include many
drugs and preparations which are irrational, superfluous or worthless,
in many cases the medical members of the committee have added brief
comments to aid a discriminating selection of therapeutic agents.
In this epitome drugs are arranged alphabetically by Pharmacopeial or
National Formulary titles; preparations of drugs are placed under the
drugs themselves. Thus Tinctura Digitalis is placed not among the Ts,
but among the Ds under Digitalis. Names of drugs are in black-face type;
names of preparations are in light-face italics. An index is added to
assist in ready reference.
Statements of composition refer in some cases to percentage by volume,
in others to percentage by weight, and in still others to percentage by
weight-volume--that is, the weight of a given chemical contained (or the
weight of a given vegetable drug represented by extractives) in 100 Cc.
of the preparation. It has not been thought worth while to indicate
whether the statement in each case is by volume, weight or
weight-volume, since the differences are too small to have any
therapeutic importance. Statements of alcoholic content refer to
percentage by volume and are approximate only. In a few instances in
which the quantity of alcohol in a dose is small, or in which the
preparation is intended for external use, the alcohol content is not
stated.
DOSAGE statements, when followed by the letters "U.S.P." or "N.F.," are
taken from these books, respectively, and are understood to be the
average adult doses. In some cases in which this statement was felt to
be inadequate or unsatisfactory, further suggestions as to dosage have
been added.
PREFACE TO SECOND EDITION
The text of this edition is the same as that of the first, except that a
few typographical errors which were in the first edition have been
corrected.
The new edition differs from the first in the following particulars:
In the first edition, a star indicates that the drug is included in the
second (1916) edition of Useful Drugs. To bring the present edition up
to date, the star (*) here indicates that the drug is included in the
fifth (1921) edition of Useful Drugs.
In compliance with the opinion expressed by some that a more complete
index would be helpful, the index to the second edition has been
materially extended. It is hoped that this will help to familiarize
those who purchase the book with its contents.
TABLES OF METRIC AND APOTHECARIES' WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
METRIC MEASURES OF WEIGHT
1 Milligram (1 mg.) = 0.001 gram.
1 Centigram = 0.01 gram.
1 Decigram = 0.1 gram.
1 Gram (1 Gm.) = 1.[A]
1 Decagram = 10 grams.
1 Hektogram = 100 grams.
1 Kilogram (1 kg.) = 1000 grams.[B]
A: The weight of 1 cubic centimeter of water at 4 C.
B: The weight of 1 cubic decimeter of water at 4 C.
METRIC FLUID MEASURE
1 Milliliter (1 cubic centimeter, 1 Cc.) = 0.001 cubic decimeter.
1 Centiliter (10 Cc.) = 0.01 cubic decimeter.
1 Deciliter (100 Cc.) = 0.1 cubic decimeter.
1 Liter (1000 Cc.) = 1 cubic decimeter.
APOTHECARIES' WEIGHT
20 Grains = 1 scruple.
3 Scruples = 1 drachm.
8 Drachms = 1 ounce.
12 Ounces = 1 pound.
APOTHECARIES' FLUID MEASURE
60 Minims = 1 fluidrachm.
8 Fluidrachms = 1 fluidounce.
16 Fluidounces = 1 pint.
EQUIVALENTS OF APOTHECARIES' WEIGHT IN METRIC
1 Grain = 0.06479895 Gm.
1 Drachm = 3.8879369 Gm.
1 Ounce = 31.1034956 Gm.
1 Pound = 373.241948 Gm.
EQUIVALENTS OF APOTHECARIES' FLUID MEASURE IN METRIC
1 Minim = 0.06161 Cc.
1 Fluidrachm = 3.6966 Cc.
1 Fluidounce = 29.573 Cc.
1 Pint = 473.17 Cc.
EQUIVALENTS OF METRIC WEIGHT IN APOTHECARIES'
0.001 Gm. (1 milligram, 1 mg.) = 0.01543 grain.
0.01 Gm. (1 centigram) = 0.15432 grain.
0.1 Gm. (1 decigram) = 1.54324 grains.
1 Gm. (1 gram) = 15.4324 grains.
10 Gm. (1 decagram) = 2 drachms, 34.324 grains.
100 Gm. (1 hectogram) = 3 ounces, 1 drachm, 43.24 grains.
1000 Gm. (1 kilogram, 1 kg.) = 2 pounds, 8 ounces, 52.4 grains.
EQUIVALENTS OF METRIC FLUID MEASURE IN APOTHECARIES'
1 Cc. = 16.231 minims.
10 Cc. = 2 fluidrachms, 42.311 minims.
100 Cc. = 3 fluidounces, 3 fluidrachms, 3.11 minims.
1000 Cc. (1 Liter) = 2 pints, 1 fluidounce, 6 fluidrachms, 31.1 minims.
METRIC AND APOTHECARIES' EQUIVALENTS (WEIGHTS)
Gm. Grains Grains Gm.
1 = 15.4324 1 = 0.06480
2 = 30.8647 2 = 0.12960
3 = 46.2971 3 = 0.19440
4 = 61.7294 4 = 0.25920
5 = 77.1618 5 = 0.32399
6 = 92.5941 6 = 0.38879
7 = 108.0265 7 = 0.45359
8 = 123.4589 8 = 0.51839
9 = 138.8912 9 = 0.58319
METRIC AND APOTHECARIES' EQUIVALENTS (VOLUME)
Cc. Minims Minims Cc.
1 = 16.231 1 = 0.061610
2 = 32.462 2 = 0.123220
3 = 48.693 3 = 0.184831
4 = 64.924 4 = 0.246441
5 = 81.156 5 = 0.308051
6 = 97.387 6 = 0.369661
7 = 113.618 7 = 0.431271
8 = 129.849 8 = 0.492882
9 = 146.080 9 = 0.554492
CENTIGRADE AND FAHRENHEIT THERMOMETRIC EQUIVALENTS
C.° F.°
-40 -40
-30 -22
-20 -4
-10 14
0 32
5 41
10 50
15 59
20 68
25 77
30 86
35 95
40 104
45 113
50 122
55 131
60 140
65 149
70 158
75 167
80 176
85 185
90 194
95 203
100 212
110 230
120 248
130 266
140 284
150 302
200 392
250 482
300 572
350 662
CLINICAL TABLE OF CENTIGRADE AND FAHRENHEIT THERMOMETRIC EQUIVALENTS
C.° F.°
36.0 96.80
36.2 97.16
36.3 97.34
36.4 97.52
36.5 97.70
36.6 97.88
36.7 98.06
36.8 98.24
36.9 98.42
37.0 98.60
37.1 98.78
37.2 98.96
37.3 99.14
37.4 99.32
37.5 99.50
37.6 99.68
37.7 99.86
37.8 100.04
37.9 100.22
38.0 100.40
38.1 100.58
38.2 100.76
38.3 100.94
38.4 101.12
38.5 101.30
38.6 101.48
38.7 101.66
38.8 101.84
38.9 102.02
39.0 102.20
39.1 102.38
39.2 102.56
39.3 102.74
39.4 102.92
39.5 103.10
39.6 103.28
39.7 103.46
39.8 103.64
39.9 103.82
40.0 104.00
40.1 104.18
40.2 104.36
40.3 104.54
40.4 104.72
40.5 104.90
40.6 105.08
40.8 105.44
41.0 105.80
41.2 106.16
41.4 106.52
41.6 106.88
41.8 107.24
42.0 107.60
42.2 107.96
42.4 108.32
42.6 108.68
42.8 109.04
43.0 109.40
Epitome of the U.S. Pharmacopeia
and National Formulary
* * * * *
[STARS (*) DESIGNATE PREPARATIONS DESCRIBED IN "USEFUL DRUGS," A BOOK
PREPARED TO FURTHER A MORE RATIONAL MATERIA MEDICA AND PUBLISHED BY THE
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, PRICE 50 CENTS]
* * * * *
=Absinthium (Absinth.), Absinthium, N.F.= (Wormwood, Madderwort,
Vermuth).
Leaves and flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete aromatic bitter; without
advantage over gentian or other bitter drugs.
=*Acacia (Acac.), Acacia, U.S.P.= (Gum Arabic, Gum Senegal).
A gum occurring in tears, fragments or powder. Slowly and almost
completely soluble in water and insoluble in alcohol. Incompatible
with sodium borate, lead acetate and ferric salts.
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent; chiefly as a vehicle to
suspend insoluble substances in aqueous mixtures.
_*Mucilago Acaciae (Mucil. Acac.), Mucilage of Acacia, U.S.P._--Acacia
(35%) in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Acaciae (Syr. Acac.), Syrup of Acacia, U.S.P._--Acacia (10%) in
sugar and water.
=ACETA, VINEGARS.=--A vinegar is a solution of vegetable principles
either in diluted acetic acid or in a mixture of diluted acetic acid and
alcohol. For Acetum Aromaticum, see under =Oleum Lavandulae=; for Acetum
Opii and Acetum Scillae, see under =Opium= and =Scilla=, respectively.
=*Acetanilidum (Acetanil.), Acetanilid, U.S.P.= (Acetanilide,
Antifebrin).--C{6}H{5}NH.CH{3}CO.
A white, odorless, crystalline powder, with a slightly burning
taste. Slightly soluble in water (1:190), very soluble in alcohol
(1:3.4) and in chloroform (1:3.7). Incompatible with spirit of
nitrous ether and forms pasty masses when triturated with chloral
or antipyrin.
ACTION AND USES: Analgesic, antipyretic and, in excessive
doses, a cardiac depressant. Used particularly to
relieve headache and neuralgic pains. A habit-forming
drug. If used over a long period of time, it may produce
a severe anemia.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.) in powders
which may be placed in capsules, or tablets which should
be crushed before swallowing. It is well to begin with 0.1
Gm. or about 1-1/2 grains, and to repeat cautiously.
_Pulvis Acetanilidi Compositus (Pulv. Acetanil. Co.), Compound
Acetanilid Powder, N.F._--Acetanilid (70%), caffeine (10%) and sodium
bicarbonate (20%).
USES: Irrational acetanilid preparation. The caffeine
does not diminish the toxicity, nor does the bicarbonate
increase the solubility of acetanilid, as was at one time
supposed.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
=Acetonum (Aceton.), Acetone, U.S.P.= (Dimethyl-Ketone).
A colorless liquid, with an ethereal odor and a pungent sweetish
taste. Miscible with water, alcohol, ether and chloroform.
ACTION AND USES: Pharmaceutic solvent.
=*Acetphenetidinum (Acetphen.), Acetphenetidin, U.S.P.
(Phenacetin).=--C{6}H{4}(OC{2}H{5}).NH.CH{3}CO.
White, odorless, slightly bitter, crystalline scales or powder.
Very slightly soluble in water (1:1310), soluble in alcohol (1:15)
and in chloroform (1:14).
ACTION AND USES: Analgesic, antipyretic and, in excessive
doses, a cardiac depressant. Used particularly for
the relief of headache and neuralgic pains and in the treatment
of mild fevers. A habit-forming drug. If used for a
long period of time, it may produce a severe anemia.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.), in powders or
capsules. If small doses fail to relieve headache, larger
doses are also usually ineffective.
=*Acidum Aceticum (Acid. Acet.), Acetic Acid, U.S.P.=--Acetic acid
CH{3}.COOH (about 36.5%).
ACTION AND USES: Caustic and rubefacient. In the form
of vinegar, is antidote to alkalies.
_Acidum Aceticum Dilutum (Acid. Acet. Dil.), Diluted Acetic Acid,
U.S.P._--CH{3}COOH (about 6%).
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims.
_Acidum Aceticum Glaciale (Acid. Acet. Glac.), Glacial Acetic Acid,
U.S.P._--CH{3}COOH.
A colorless liquid, with a vinegar-like odor and a pungent, sour
taste. Miscible with water or alcohol.
*=Acidum Benzoicum (Acid. Benz.), Benzoic Acid, U.S.P.=--C{6}H{5}.COOH.
Obtained from benzoin or prepared synthetically.
Lustrous, almost colorless scales or needles, with a pungent, acid
taste. Slightly soluble in water (1:275) and freely soluble in
alcohol (1:2.3); also readily soluble in solutions of alkali
hydroxides or carbonates with the production of alkali benzoates.
ACTION AND USES: Mild antiseptic and diuretic.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), best given in the
form of soluble benzoates (see under =Sodii Benzoas=).
*=Acidum Boricum (Acid. Bor.) Boric Acid, U.S.P.= (Boracic
Acid).--H{3}BO{3}.
Colorless, odorless scales or powder with a faintly bitter taste.
Soluble in water and in alcohol (1:18); freely soluble in glycerin
(1:4).
ACTION AND USES: Mild antiseptic and astringent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in solution. A
watery solution, ranging from 2 per cent. to =saturated=, is
used in the treatment of conjunctivitis, cystitis, etc.
Externally used as dusting powder.
_*Glyceritum Boroglycerini (Glycer. Boroglyc.), Glycerite of
Boroglycerin, U.S.P._--Boroglycerin in glycerin representing 31% boric
acid.
_Liquor Antisepticus (Liq. Antisept.), Antiseptic Solution, N.F._--Boric
acid (2.5%), thymol, eucalyptol, methyl salicylate, oil of thyme,
menthol, sodium salicylate and sodium benzoate in alcohol and water.
USES: Needlessly complex aromatic mouthwash.
_*Unguentum Acidi Borici (Ung. Acid. Bor.), Ointment of Boric Acid,
U.S.P._--Boric acid (10%) in paraffin and white petrolatum.
=Acidum Bromauricum (Acid. Bromaur.), Bromauric Acid, N.
F.=--Corresponds to not less than 32 per cent. of metallic gold.
A dark-brown, odorless solid, with a metallic acid taste. Very
soluble in water and in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: "Alterative" apparently of no value.
DOSAGE: 0.006 Gm. or 1/10 grain (N.F.).
_Liquor Auri et Arseni Bromidi (Liq. Aur. et Arsen. Brom.), Solution of
Gold and Arsenic Bromide, N.F._--Contains hydrogen bromaurate (HAuBr{4})
and arsenic acid (H{3}AsO{4}) obtained by oxidizing a solution of
arsenous oxide with bromine and adding bromauric acid.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.)
=Acidum Citricum (Acid. Cit), Citric Acid, U.S.P.=
Colorless, odorless crystals. Very soluble in water (1:0.5) and in
alcohol (1:1.8).
ACTION AND USES: Substitute for lemon juice; also substitute
for dilute hydrochloric acid in the treatment of
gastric hypoacidity.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
_Syrupus Acidi Citrici (Syr. Acid. Cit.), Syrup of Citric Acid,
U.S.P._--Citric acid (1%), flavored with tincture of lemon peel, in
syrup.
USES: Vehicle for salty substances such as bromides.
=Acidum Formicum (Acid. Formic), Formic Acid, N.F.=--HCOOH (about 25%).
A clear, colorless liquid, with a characteristic pungent odor, and
an acid reaction.
ACTION AND USES: Externally as caustic irritant, but
without advantage over mustard. Internally as slightly
irritant diuretic, but without advantage over nitrates. The
elixirs containing various formates are intended as tonics,
but there is no good evidence that they have such action.
They are needlessly complex and irrational.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.).
_Elixir Formatum (Elix. Format.), Elixir of Formates, N.F._--Potassium
formate (5%), sodium formate (5%) and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol
content about 15 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Formatum Compositum (Elix. Format. Co.), Compound Elixir of
Formates, N.F._--Sodium formate (3%), magnesium formate (2.5%),
strontium formate (2.5%), lithium formate (1%), quinine formate (0.8%),
compound spirit of cardamom, acetic ether, alcohol, glycerin and
distilled water. Absolute alcohol content about 9.9 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Spiritus Acidi Formici (Sp. Ac. Formic.), Spirit of Formic Acid, N.F._
(Spiritus Formicarum, Spirit of Ants).--Formic acid (4%) in distilled
water and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
USES: Rubefacient.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Acidum Gallicum (Acid. Gallic.), Gallic Acid, U.S.P.=
An odorless, almost white powder, with an astringent taste. Soluble
in water (1:87) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:4.6) and in
glycerin (1:10).
ACTION AND USES: Mild astringent; not very effective.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
=Acidum Hydriodicum Dilutum (Acid. Hydriod. Dil.), Diluted Hydriodic
Acid, U.S.P.=--HI (about 10%).
A colorless, odorless liquid, with a strong acid taste.
Incompatible with alkalies and their carbonates, also with metallic
oxides and salts of silver and of lead.
ACTION AND USES: Has the general properties of iodides.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.), diluted. Administered
chiefly in the form of syrup as a substitute for the
alkali iodides, over which it has no material advantage.
_Syrupus Acidi Hydriodici (Syr. Acid. Hydriod.), Syrup of Hydriodic
Acid, U.S.P._--Hydriodic acid (about 1.25%).
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=Acidum Hydrobromicum Dilutum (Acid. Hydrobrom. Dil.), Diluted
Hydrobromic Acid, U.S.P.=--HBr (about 10%).
A colorless, odorless liquid, with a strong acid taste.
Incompatible with alkalies and their carbonates, metallic oxides
and the salts of silver and of lead.
ACTION AND USES: In general, those of bromides; but
the preparation is objectionable because of its acidity.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.), diluted.
=*Acidum Hydrochloricum (Acid. Hydrochl.), Hydrochloric Acid, U.S.P.=
(Muriatic Acid).--HCl (about 32%).
A fuming, corrosive liquid. Incompatible with alkalies and their
carbonates, metallic oxides and salts of silver and of lead.
ACTION AND USES: Used in gastric hypoacidity; also as
caustic; antiseptic.
_*Acidum Hydrochloricum Dilutum (Acid. Hydrochl. Dil.), Diluted
Hydrochloric Acid, U.S.P._--HCl (about 10%).
A colorless, odorless, strongly acid solution.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.), after meals,
diluted in one-half to one glass water and taken through
a glass tube to protect the teeth.
=Acidum Hydrocyanicum Dilutum (Acid. Hydrocyan. Dil.), Diluted
Hydrocyanic Acid, U.S.P.= (Diluted Prussic Acid, Acidum Hydrocyanicum
Dilutum, P.I.).--HCN (about 2%).
A colorless liquid, with an odor like that of bitter almonds.
ACTION AND USES: Said to be sedative. Was formerly
used as an addition to cough mixtures and as an antiemetic
but, because of its poisonous properties and instability, is
no longer used to the same extent.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.)--not drops.
=Acidum Hypophosphorosum (Acid. Hypophos.), Hypophosphorous Acid,
U.S.P.=--H{3}PO{2} (about 31%).
A colorless, odorless liquid.
ACTION AND USES: Ingredient of compound hypophosphite
preparations.
_Acidum Hypophosphorosum Dilutum (Acid. Hypophos. Dil.), Diluted
Hypophosphorous Acid, U.S.P._--H{3}PO{2} (about 10%).
A colorless, odorless liquid with a strong acid taste.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.), diluted.
=Acidum Lacticum (Acid. Lact.), Lactic Acid, U.S.P.=--Equivalent to
about 87 per cent. lactic acid.
A colorless or nearly colorless, nearly odorless, syrupy liquid,
with an acid taste. Miscible with water.
ACTION AND USES: Caustic; seldom used internally.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.), diluted.
=*Acidum Nitricum (Acid. Nitric.), Nitric Acid, U.S.P.=--HNO{3} (about
68%).
A colorless, fuming, very corrosive liquid with a suffocating odor.
Miscible with water.
ACTION AND USES: Caustic.
=Acidum Nitrohydrochloricum (Acid. Nitrohydrochl.), Nitrohydrochloric
Acid, U.S.P.= (Aqua Regia, Nitromuriatic Acid).--A mixture of
hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, nitrosyl chloride and chlorine.
A golden-yellow, fuming, very corrosive liquid. Miscible with
water.
ACTION AND USES: Caustic. Formerly thought to be a
"hepatic stimulant," but acts much like other mineral acids.
_Acidum Nitrohydrochloricum Dilutum (Acid. Nitrohydrochl. Dil.), Diluted
Nitrohydrochloric Acid, U.S.P._ (Diluted Nitromuriatic Acid).--An
aqueous solution of about one-fifth the strength of nitrohydrochloric
acid; should be freshly prepared.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.), well diluted.
=Acidum Oleicum (Acid. Oleic.), Oleic Acid, U.S.P.=--Obtained from fats.
A yellowish or brownish-yellow, oily liquid, having a lard-like
odor and taste. Practically insoluble in water, partially soluble
in 60 per cent. alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Solvent for making oleates.
=*Acidum Phenylcinchoninicum (Acid. Phenylcinch.), Phenylcinchoninic
Acid, U.S.P.= (Phenyl-Quinoline-Carboxylic Acid, Atophan).
A white or nearly white, odorless or nearly odorless powder with a
bitter taste. Insoluble in cold water, slightly soluble in cold
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Increases the excretion of uric acid
and diminishes its concentration in the blood. Analgesic.
Has been used in acute and chronic gout.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in tablets or
powder.
=Acidum Phosphoricum (Acid. Phos.), Phosphoric Acid, U.S.P.=--H{3}PO{4}
(about 86.5%).
A colorless, odorless, syrupy liquid having a strongly acid taste.
Miscible with water. Incompatible with alkalies, alkali carbonates,
ferric chloride, lead acetate and solutions of lime.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of hydrochloric acid.
Has none of the therapeutic properties of free phosphorus.
_Acidum Phosphoricum Dilutum (Acid. Phos. Dil.), Diluted Phosphoric
Acid, U.S.P._--H{3}PO{4} (about 10%).
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.), diluted.
_Liquor Phosphatum Acidus (Liq. Phos. Acid.), Acid Solution of
Phosphates, N.F._ (Solution of Acid Phosphates).--Made by dissolving
precipitated calcium carbonate (5%) in phosphoric acid and water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Liquor Phosphatum Compositus (Liq. Phos. Co.), Compound Solution of
Phosphates, N.F._--Phosphates of calcium, iron, ammonium, potassium and
sodium in citric acid, glycerin, orange flower water and water.
_Syrupus Phosphatum Compositum (Syr. Phos. Co.), Compound Syrup of the
Phosphates, N.F._ (Chemical Food).--Compound solution of phosphates
(50%), colored with tincture of cudbear, in glycerin and syrup.
USES: Antiquated and irrational "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Phosphatum cum Quinina et Strychnina._--See under =Quininae
Hydrochloridum=.
=Acidum Picricum, Picric Acid.=--See =Trinitrophenol=.
=*Acidum Salicylicum (Acid. Salicyl.), Salicylic Acid,
U.S.P.=--C{6}H{4}(OH)COOH.
A white, odorless powder, tasting first sweetish, subsequently
acrid. Slightly soluble in water (1:460), freely soluble in alcohol
(1:2.7) and in ether. Incompatible with solutions of iron and with
spirit of nitrous ether.
ACTION AND USES: Antirheumatic, antiseptic, germicide
and keratolytic.
DOSAGE: Internally 0.75 Gm. or 12 grains (U.S.P.)
best given in the form of soluble salicylates (see =Sodii
Salicylas=). Externally in 10 per cent. ointment as a
keratolytic.
_Collodium Salicylici Compositum (Collod. Salicyl. Co.), Compound
Salicylic Collodion, N.F._--Salicylic acid (1.1%) and flexible collodion
colored with fluidextract of cannabis.
USES: A popular application for softening corns. The
cannabis can play no rôle beyond that of coloring agent.
_Glycerogelatinum Acidi Salicylici (Glycerogel. Acid. Salicyl.),
Salicylic Acid Glycerogelatin, N.F._--Salicylic acid (10%), in water,
glycerin and glycerinated gelatin.
_Mulla Acidi Salicylici (Mull. Ac. Salicyl.), Salicylic Acid Mull, N.F._
(Unguentum Salicylatum Extensum, N.F. III).--Salicylic acid (10%), in
benzoinated suet and benzoinated lard.
_Mulla Creosoti Salicylata (Mull. Creosot. Salicyl.), Salicylated
Creosote Mull, N.F._ (Unguentum Creosoti Salicylatum Extensum, N.F.
III).--Salicylic acid (10%), and creosote (20%) in yellow wax and
benzoinated suet.
_Pulvis Talci Compositus (Pulv. Talc. Co.), Compound Powder of Talc,
N.F._ (Boro-Salicylated Powder of Talc).--Salicylic acid (3%), boric
acid (10%) and talc.
USES: Toilet powder, used for local sweating.
_Stili Acidi Salicylici Dilubiles (Stil. Acid. Salicyl. Dilub.),
Salicylic Acid Pencil, N.F._--Salicylic acid (10%) with tragacanth,
starch, white dextrin and sugar.
USES: For the application of salicylic acid to limited
areas
=Acidum Stearicum (Acid. Stear.), Stearic Acid, U.S.P.=--Obtained from
fats.
A white, hard, unctuous, odorless and tasteless substance. Soluble
in alcohol (1:21) and in chloroform (1:2), but insoluble in water.
USES: Used in making glycerin suppositories.
=Acidum Sulphuricum (Acid. Sulph.), Sulphuric Acid, U.S.P.=--H{2}SO{4}
(about 94%).
A colorless, odorless, corrosive liquid. Miscible with water or
alcohol with evolution of much heat.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of hydrochloric acid.
Externally, the dilute acid is used as astringent.
_Acidum Sulphuricum Aromaticum (Acid. Sulph. Arom.), Aromatic Sulphuric
Acid, U.S.P._--A mixture, containing free sulphuric acid and
ethylsulphuric acid equivalent to about 20 per cent. of H{2}SO{4} in
alcohol, flavored with ginger and cinnamon. Absolute alcohol content
about 85 per cent.
A clear, reddish-brown liquid with an aromatic odor.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims, well diluted.
_Acidum Sulphuricum Dilutum (Acid. Sulph. Dil.), Diluted Sulphuric Acid,
U.S.P._--H{2}SO{4} (about 10%).
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.), well diluted.
=*Acidum Tannicum (Acid. Tann.), Tannic Acid, U.S.P.= (Gallotannic Acid,
Tannin).--Usually obtained from nutgalls.
A yellowish-white to light brown powder, odorless or having a
faint, characteristic odor and a strongly astringent taste. Freely
soluble in glycerin (1:1) and very soluble in water and in alcohol.
Incompatible with soluble preparations of iron.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent; local hemostatic; antidote
for certain alkaloidal and metallic poisons.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Collodium Stypticum (Collod. Stypt.), Styptic Collodion, N.F._--Tannic
acid (20%) and flexible collodion. There is no advantage in applying
tannin as collodion.
_*Glyceritum Acidi Tannici (Glycer. Acid. Tann.), Glycerite of Tannic
Acid, U.S.P._ (Glycerite of Tannin).--Tannic acid (20%) in glycerin.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Trochisci Acidi Tannici (Troch. Acid. Tann.), Troches of Tannic Acid,
U.S.P._--Each troche contains tannic acid (0.06 Gm. or 1 grain), with
sugar and tragacanth, flavored with orange flower.
_Unguentum Acidi Tannici (Ung. Acid. Tann.), Ointment of Tannic Acid,
U.S.P._--Tannic acid (20%), in glycerin and ointment.
=Acidum Tartaricum (Acid. Tart.), Tartaric Acid, U.S.P.=--Obtained from
wine lees or argol.
A white, odorless powder, with an acid taste. Very soluble in water
(1:0.75) and in alcohol (1:3.3).
ACTION AND USES: Mild acid; used in the manufacture
of effervescent salts.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains, diluted.
=Acidum Trichloraceticum (Acid. Trichloracet.), Trichloracetic Acid,
U.S.P.=--CCl{3}.COOH.
Colorless, deliquescent crystals with a slight characteristic odor.
Miscible with water and with alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Caustic, for the removal of warts and
other skin blemishes. Used also as local hemostatic.
=Aconitina (Aconitin.), Aconitine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from
aconite.
A white, odorless powder. Very slightly soluble in water, soluble
in alcohol (1:28) and in ether (1:65).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those described under
aconite. As several alkaloidal preparations of aconite, of
varying activity, are sold under the name of aconitine, its
use is not advisable.
DOSAGE: 0.15 mg. or 1/400 grain (U.S.P.).
_Oleatum Aconitinae (Oleat. Aconitin.), Oleate of Aconitine,
N.F._--Aconitine (2%) in oleic acid and olive oil.
USES: Without advantage over aconite preparations for
external application.
=*Aconitum (Aconit.), Aconite, U.S.P.= (Monkshood, Aconite Root, Aconiti
Tuber, P.I.).--A tuberous root, yielding about 0.5 per cent. of
ether-soluble alkaloids; also assayed biologically. Physicians should
specify preparations that have been assayed biologically, since the
alkaloidal assay is not a reliable index of activity.
ACTION AND USES: Slows the pulse and lowers the blood
pressure, but this action in therapeutic doses is uncertain.
Used in the treatment of febrile colds; also for counter-irritation,
in the form of the tincture. Used also as a local
anesthetic, and by some still believed to be useful in the
treatment of the symptoms arising from excessive cardiac
hypertrophy. Toxic symptoms may occur from local
absorption.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.); not used as
such.
_Extractum Aconiti (Ext. Aconit.), Extract of Aconite, U.S.P._ (Powdered
Extract of Aconite).--Yields about 2 per cent. of ether-soluble
alkaloids. Biologically assayed by producing death in the guinea-pig.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe extract of aconite should specify the biologically
assayed product.
_Fluidextractum Aconiti (Fldext. Aconit.), Fluidextract of Aconite,
U.S.P._--Aconite (100%), yielding about 0.5 per cent. of alkaloids.
Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent. Biologically assayed by
producing death in the guinea-pig.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Cc. or 1/2 minim (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe fluidextract of aconite should specify the
biologically assayed product. Best to use the tincture.
_Linimentum Aconiti et Chloroformi (Lin. Aconit. et Chlorof.), Liniment
of Aconite and Chloroform, N.F._--Fluidextract of aconite (4.5%), in
alcohol, chloroform and soap liniment.
*_Tinctura Aconiti (Tr. Aconit.), Tincture of Aconite, U.S.P._ (Aconiti
Tinctura, P.I.).--Aconite (10%) yielding about 0.05 per cent. of
alkaloids, in alcohol and water. Alkaloidal assay unreliable.
Biologically assayed by producing death in the guinea-pig. Absolute
alcohol content about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians
should specify the biologically assayed product.
=*Adeps (Adeps), Lard, U.S.P.=
Insoluble in water, and only slightly soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Basis for ointments. Used particularly
when absorption is desired.
_*Adeps Benzoinatus (Adeps Benz.), Benzoinated Lard, U.S.P._--Somewhat
antiseptic and less liable to rancidity than ordinary lard.
_Unguentum (Ung.), Ointment, U.S.P._ (Simple Ointment).--White wax (20%)
and benzoinated lard.
=Adeps Lanae (Adeps Lan.), Wool Fat, U.S.P.= (Anhydrous
Lanolin).--Purified wool fat, freed from water.
Insoluble in but miscible with about twice its weight of water;
sparingly soluble in cold alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Basis for ointments; because of its
tenacious consistency, should be mixed with some other
base.
_*Adeps Lanae Hydrosus (Adeps Lan. Hyd.), Hydrous Wool Fat, U.S.P._
(Lanolin).--Wool fat with about 27 per cent. of water.
USES: Ointment used particularly when absorption
through the skin is desired; mixed with white petrolatum
or lard.
=Adonis (Adonis), Adonis, N.F.= (Pheasant's Eye).--The plant deprived of
its root.
ACTION AND USES: Cardiac tonic of digitalis group, but
of unreliable activity.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Adonidis (Fldext. Adonid.), Fluidextract of Adonis,
N.F._--Adonis (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Cc. or 2 minims (N.F.).
=*Aether (Aether), Ether, U.S.P.=--Contains about 96.5 per cent. of
ethyl oxide.
A clear, colorless, very inflammable liquid with a characteristic
odor and a burning, sweetish taste. Soluble in water (1:12), and
miscible with alcohol, chloroform, petroleum benzin, benzene, and
fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: General anesthetic, administered by
inhalation; when administered by mouth, carminative.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims.
_*Spiritus Aetheris (Sp. Aeth.), Spirit of Ether, U.S.P._ (Hoffmann's
Drops).--Ether (32.5%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 65 per
cent.
USES: Carminative and fugacious indirect circulatory
stimulant.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Spiritus Aetheris Compositus (Sp. Aether. Co.), Compound Spirit of
Ether, N.F._ (Hoffmann's Anodyne).--Ether (32.5%), ethereal oil (2.5%)
and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
USES: A superfluous modification of spirit of ether.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Aether Aceticus (Aeth. Acet.), Acetic Ether, N.F.= (Ethyl Acetate).
A colorless, fragrant liquid, with a burning taste.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative, similar to and without
special advantage over ether. Also used pharmaceutically,
as flavoring ingredient.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=*Aether Nitrosus, Nitrous Ether.=--Ethyl nitrite.
_*Spiritus Aetheris Nitrosi (Sp. Aeth. Nitros.), Spirit of Nitrous
Ether, U.S.P._ (Sweet Spirit of Nitre).--Ethyl nitrite (about 4%) in
alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 92 per cent.
ACTION AND USES: Popularly used as a weak diuretic
and diaphoretic. Unstable and therefore unreliable. Has
the physiologic action of a weak nitrite.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Aethylis Carbamas (Aethyl. Carbam.), Ethyl Carbamate, U.S.P.= (Carbamic
Acid Ethyl Ester, Urethane, Ethyl Urethane).
Colorless, odorless crystals or scales, with a cooling, saline
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:0.45) and in alcohol (1:0.8).
Incompatible with alkalies, acids and most other chemicals.
ACTION AND USES: Very mild and relatively harmless
hypnotic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.) in powder,
cachets or solution.
=*Aethylis Chloridum (Aethyl. Chlor.), Ethyl Chloride,
U.S.P.=--Monochlorethane, CH{3}CH{2}Cl.
A colorless, very volatile liquid, with an agreeable odor and a
sweetish, burning taste. The vapor is very inflammable. Slightly
soluble in water and freely soluble in alcohol and in ether.
ACTION AND USES: Local anesthetic for minor operations.
Used in the form of a spray to produce intense cold.
Has also been used by inhalation as general anesthetic in
short operations.
=*Aethylmorphinae Hydrochloridum (Aethylmorph. Hydrochl.), Ethylmorphine
Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Ethylmorphine Chloride, Dionin).
A white, odorless powder, with a slightly bitter taste. Very
soluble in water (1:8) and soluble in alcohol (1:22).
ACTION AND USES: Systemically, intermediate between
those of morphine and codeine. Probably possesses no
advantage over codeine. When applied to the eye it
causes local hyperemia terminating in acute conjunctival
edema.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.). Used as 10
per cent. ointment or solution in corneal opacity and
similar conditions.
=Agar (Agar), Agar, U.S.P.= (Agar-Agar).--A mucilaginous substance
extracted from certain seaweeds.
Nearly white, almost odorless and tasteless strips, shreds or
powder, tough when damp, brittle when dry. Insoluble in cold water,
but slowly soluble in hot water.
ACTION AND USES: Passes through the intestinal canal
almost unchanged. Absorbs and retains moisture. Used
in chronic constipation with intestinal atony; renders the
feces soft and bulky and thus promotes peristalsis.
DOSAGE: 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.).
=Agaricus (Agaric), Agaric, N.F.= (White Agaric, Larch Agaric).--The
fruit body of a fungus.
ACTION AND USES: Empirical and unreliable remedy for
night sweats of phthisis.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Gm. or 10 grains (N.F.).
=*Alcohol (Alcohol), Alcohol, U.S.P.=--Not less than 92.3 per cent. by
weight or 94.9 per cent. by volume of C{2}H{5}OH.
A colorless, volatile, inflammable liquid, with a characteristic
odor and burning taste. Freely miscible with water, ether or
chloroform.
ACTION AND USES: Rubefacient, astringent, antiseptic
and by its evaporation a refrigerant. Internally it is a
narcotic widely used as a "stimulant" but may do more
harm than good.
_Alcohol Dehydratum (Alcohol Dehyd.), Dehydrated Alcohol, U.S.P._
(Alcohol Absolutum, U.S.P. VIII).--Not less than 99 per cent. by weight
of C{2}H{5}OH.
A liquid with the same color, odor and taste as alcohol.
_Alcohol Dilutum (Alcohol Dil.), Diluted Alcohol, U.S.P._--About 41.5
per cent. by weight or 49 per cent. by volume of C{2}H{5}OH.
_*Elixir Aromaticum (Elix. Arom.), Aromatic Elixir, U.S.P._ (Simple
Elixir).--Compound spirit of orange in syrup, alcohol and distilled
water. Absolute alcohol content about 22 per cent.
USES: Diluent and vehicle. The alcohol content of this
preparation should not be overlooked.
_Elixir Aromaticum Rubrum (Elix. Arom. Rub.), Red Aromatic Elixir, N.F._
(Red Elixir).--Aromatic elixir colored with cudbear.
USES: Diluent and vehicle.
_Elixir Glycyrrhizae (Elix. Glycyrrh.), Elixir of Glycyrrhiza, U.S.P._
(Elixir Adjuvans, U.S.P. VIII, Elixir of Licorice).--Fluidextract of
glycyrrhiza (12.5%) and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about
22 per cent.
USES: Diluent and vehicle. The alcohol content should
not be overlooked.
_Elixir Glycyrrhizae Aromaticum (Elix. Glycyrrh. Arom.), Aromatic Elixir
of Glycyrrhiza, N.F._ (Aromatic Elixir of Licorice).--Fluidextract of
glycyrrhiza (12.5%), oil of clove, oil of cassia, oil of myristica, oil
of fennel and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 22 per
cent.
USES: Flavoring vehicle.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms.
=Aletris (Aletr.), Aletris, N.F.= (Unicorn Root, Colic Root, Star
Grass).--Rhizome and root.
ACTION AND USES: Simple bitter, without advantage over
gentian. Also used in proprietary "female remedies," without
good evidence of value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Aletridis (Fldext. Aletrid.), Fluidextract of Aletris,
N.F._--Aletris (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Allium (Allium), Garlic, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Irritant expectorant; without advantage
over senega, terpin hydrate or asafetida.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Allii (Syr. Allii), Syrup of Garlic, N.F._--Garlic (20%) in
sugar and diluted acetic acid.
USES: Irritant expectorant.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Aloe (Aloe), Aloes, U.S.P.=--The inspissated juice of different
species of aloes, yielding Socotrine, Curaçao and Cape aloes,
respectively.
ACTION AND USES: Moderately active cathartic used in
the treatment of chronic constipation. Acts mostly on the
large intestine.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), as pills.
_*Extractum Aloes (Ext. Aloes), Extract of Aloes, N.F._ (Powdered
Extract of Aloes).--An aqueous extract, 1 Gm. representing 2 Gm. of
aloes; diluted with starch. No material advantage over aloes.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (N.F.).
_Pilulae ad Prandium (Pil. ad Prand.), Dinner Pills, N.F._
1. For dinner pills without additional specifications Pilulae Aloes et
Mastiches (which see), also called Lady Webster's Pills, should be
dispensed.
2. CHAPMAN'S DINNER PILLS, N.F.--Each pill contains aloes and mastic
(each 0.097 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains), and ipecac (0.065 Gm. or 1 grain),
with oil of fennel.
3. COLE'S DINNER PILLS, N.F.--Each pill contains aloes, mass of mercury
and jalap (each 0.078 Gm. or 1-1/4 grains), antimony and potassium
tartrate (0.0013 Gm. or 1/50 grain) and syrup.
4. HALL'S DINNER PILLS, N.F.--Each pill contains aloes (0.065 Gm. or 1
grain) with extract of glycyrrhiza and soap.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloes (Pil. Aloes), Pills of Aloes, U.S.P._--Each pill contains
aloes (0.13 Gm. or 2 grains) with soap.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Aloes et Asafoetidae (Pil. Aloe. et Asafoet.), Pills of Aloes
and Asafetida, N.F._--Each pill contains aloes and asafetida (each 0.09
Gm. or 1-1/2 grains) with soap.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Aloes et Ferri (Pil. Aloe. et Ferr.), Pills of Aloes and Iron,
N.F._--Each pill contains aloes and exsiccated ferrous sulphate (each
0.07 Gm. or 1-1/6 grains), with aromatic powder and confection of rose.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloes et Mastiches (Pil. Aloe. et Mastich.), Pills of Aloes and
Mastic, N.F._ (Lady Webster's Dinner Pill).--Each pill contains aloes
(0.13 Gm. or 2 grains) and mastic (0.04 Gm. or 2/3 grain) with red rose.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloes et Myrrhae (Pil. Aloe. et Myrrh.), Pills of Aloes and
Myrrh, N.F._--Each pill contains aloes (0.13 Gm. or 2 grains) and myrrh
(0.06 Gm. or 1 grain), with aromatic powder and syrup.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloes et Podophylli Compositae (Pil. Aloe. et Podoph. Co.),
Compound Pills of Aloes and Podophyllum, N.F._ (Janeway's Pills).--Each
pill contains aloes (0.065 Gm. or 1 grain), resin of podophyllum (0.0325
Gm. or 1/2 grain), pilular extract of belladonna leaves and extract of
nux vomica (each 0.016 Gm. or 1/4 grain).
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloes, Hydrargyri et Podophylli (Pil. Aloe. Hydrarg. et
Podoph.), Pills of Aloes, Mercury and Podophyllum, N.F._ (Pilulae
Triplices, N.F. III, Triplex Pills, Pilula Triplex).--Each pill contains
aloes (0.13 Gm. or 2 grains), mass of mercury (0.065 Gm. or 1 grain) and
resin of podophyllum (0.016 Gm. or 1/4 grain). These pills should not be
taken habitually.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloes, Hydrargyri et Scammonii Compositae (Pil. Aloe. Hydrarg.
et Scammon Co.), Compound Pills of Aloes, Mercury and Scammony, N.F._
(Francis' Triplex Pills).--Each pill contains aloes, resin of scammony
and mass of mercury (each 0.055 Gm. or 7/8 grain), croton oil (0.0032
Cc. or 1/20 minim), oil of caraway (0.016 Cc. or 1/4 minim) and tincture
of aloes and myrrh. Should not be taken habitually.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pulvis Aloes et Canellae (Pulv. Aloe. et Canell.), Powder of Aloes and
Canella, N.F._ (Hiera Picra).--Aloes (80%) and canella.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Aloes (Tr. Aloes), Tincture of Aloes, U.S.P._--Aloes (10%) and
glycyrrhiza in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 47 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Aloes et Myrrhae (Tr. Aloe. et Myrrh.), Tincture of Aloes and
Myrrh, N.F._--Represents aloes and myrrh (each 10%) and glycyrrhiza in
alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
USES: Disagreeable cathartic.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Aloinum (Aloin.), Aloin, U.S.P.=--Obtained from aloes.
A yellow, odorless, intensely bitter powder. Slightly soluble in
water and soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of aloes; is more
easily absorbed, and has sometimes produced renal irritation.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.), as pills. In
chronic constipation, frequently given in doses of from
0.006 Gm. to 0.02 Gm., or 1/12 to 1/3 grain in combination
with extract of belladonna and strychnine.
_Pilulae Aloini Compositae (Pil. Aloin. Co.), Compound Pills of Aloin,
N.F._--Each pill contains aloin (0.0325 Gm. or 1/2 grain), resin of
podophyllum (0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain), and pilular extract of belladonna
leaves (0.016 Gm. or 1/4 grain).
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloini, Strychninae et Belladonnae (Pil. A.S. et B.), Pills of
Aloin, Strychnine and Belladonna, N.F._--Each pill contains aloin (0.013
Gm. or 1/5 grain), strychnine (0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain) and pilular
extract of belladonna leaves (0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain).
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Aloini, Strychninae et Belladonnae Compositae (Pil. A.S. et B.
Co.), Compound Pills of Aloin, Strychnine and Belladonna, N.F._--Each
pill contains aloin (0.013 Gm. or 1/5 grain), strychnine (0.5 mg. or
1/120 grain), pilular extract of belladonna leaves (0.008 Gm. or 1/8
grain) and extract of cascara sagrada (0.0325 Gm. or 1/2 grain).
USES: Needlessly complex mixture.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Laxativae Compositae (Pil. Lax. Co.), Compound Laxative Pills,
N.F._--Each pill contains aloin (0.013 Gm. or 1/5 grain), strychnine
(0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain), pilular extract of belladonna leaves (0.008
Gm. or 1/8 grain) and ipecac (0.004 Gm. or 1/15 grain) with glycyrrhiza
and syrup.
USES: Complex and superfluous preparation of aloin.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (N.F.).
=Althaea (Althaea), Althaea, U.S.P.= (Marsh Mallow Root).
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent and emollient; without
advantages over other drugs of the same kind, such as
chondrus, tragacanth, slippery elm and flaxseed.
_Species Pectorales (Spec. Pect.), Pectoral Species, N.F._ (Species ad
Infusum Pectorale, Breast Tea).--Althaea, coltsfoot, glycyrrhiza, anise,
mullein flowers and orris root.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Althaeae (Syr. Althae.), Syrup of Althaea, N.F._--Althaea (5%)
with alcohol, glycerin and sugar in water. Absolute alcohol content
about 2.5 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Althaeae Folia (Althae. Fol.), Althaea Leaves, N.F.= (Marsh Mallow
Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Domestic demulcent and emollient;
inferior for internal use to gums and for poultices to flaxseed.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Species Emollientes (Spec. Emoll.), Emollient Species, N.F._ (Emollient
Cataplasm).--Althaea leaves, mallow leaves, melilot, matricaria and
flaxseed. Emollient poultice is made by adding a suitable quantity of
hot water to this powder.
=*Alumen (Alum.), Alum, U.S.P.=--AlNH{4}(SO{4}){2} + 12H{2}O or
AlK(SO{4}){2} + 12H{2}O. (The physician may indicate whether ammonium
alum or potassium alum is desired.)
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and possessing a
strongly astringent taste. Ammonium alum is somewhat less soluble
in water than is potassium alum, which is freely soluble in water
(1:7.2); both are insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent, styptic and hemostatic.
Seldom administered internally.
DOSAGE: As a gargle, in from 1 to 5 per cent. solution
(somewhat injurious to the teeth); as an injection in gonorrhea,
in from 0.5 to 1 per cent. solution; as a lotion in
skin diseases, in 1 per cent. solution.
_*Alumen Exsiccatum (Alum. Exsic.), Exsiccated Alum, U.S.P._ (Alumen
Ustum, Dried Alum, Burnt Alum).--Anhydrous AlNH{4}(SO{4}){2} or
anhydrous AlK(SO{4}){2}. (The composition of the desired salt may be
indicated.)
White, odorless powder, with an astringent taste. Very slowly
soluble in water (1:14); insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used externally like alum, being more
escharotic.
=*Alumini Acetas, Aluminum Acetate.=--Normal aluminum acetate,
Al(C{2}H{3}O{2}){3}.
_Liquor Alumini Acetatis (Liq. Alumin. Acet.), Solution of Aluminum
Acetate, N.F._ (Liquor Burowii, Burow's Solution).--Contains normal
aluminum acetate, Al(C{2}H{3}O{2}){3} (about 5%).
USES: Popular astringent wash.
DOSAGE: Usually diluted with 15 parts of water
=Alumini Acetico-Tartras, Aluminum Acetico-Tartrate.=
_Liquor Alumini Acetico-Tartratis (Liq. Alumin. Acet.-Tart.), Solution
of Aluminum Acetico-Tartrate, N.F._--A solution of aluminum acetate and
tartrate obtained by dissolving aluminum hydroxide in a mixture of
acetic and tartaric acids.
=Alumini Chloridum (Alum. Chlor.), Aluminum Chloride, N.F.=--AlCl{3} +
6H{2}O.
A nearly white deliquescent powder, with a sweetish, astringent
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1) and in alcohol (1:3).
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic and astringent, without
advantage over alum.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
=Alumini Hydroxidum (Alum. Hydrox.), Aluminum Hydroxide,
U.S.P.=--Al(OH){3}.
A white, bulky, odorless and tasteless powder. Insoluble in water
and in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Mild astringent and desiccant, sometimes
used as a dusting powder.
=Alumini Subacetas, Aluminum Subacetate.=--Basic aluminum acetate,
Al(C{2}H{3}O{2}){2}OH.
_*Liquor Alumini Subacetatis (Liq. Alumin. Subacet.), Solution of
Aluminum Subacetate, N.F._ (Liquor Alumini Acetatis, N.F.
III).--Contains basic aluminum acetate, Al(C{2}H{3}O{2}){2}OH (about
8%).
USES: Astringent wash.
DOSAGE: Usually diluted with ten parts of water.
=Alumini Sulphas (Alum. Sulph.), Aluminum Sulphate,
N.F.=--Al{2}(SO{4}){3} + 16H{2}O.
A white, odorless powder, with an astringent taste. Freely soluble
in water (1:1), but insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to and without advantage
over alum.
=*Ammonia (NH{3}).=
_*Aqua Ammoniae (Aq. Ammon.), Ammonia Water, U.S.P._--NH{3} (about 10%)
in water.
A liquid with a strong odor and a caustic, soapy taste. Loses NH{3}
readily. Miscible with water or alcohol.
USES: Local irritant and antacid, preferably as a liniment.
Fugacious indirect circulatory and respiratory
stimulant.
_Aqua Ammoniae Fortior (Aq. Ammon. Fort.), Stronger Ammonia Water,
U.S.P._--NH{3} (about 28%) in water.
Loses NH{3} very readily. Miscible with water or alcohol.
_*Linimentum Ammoniae (Lin. Ammon.), Ammonia Liniment, U.S.P._ (Volatile
Liniment, Hartshorn Liniment).--Ammonia water (25%) in sesame oil.
USES: Popularly used as counterirritant.
_Lotio Ammoniacalis Camphorata (Lot. Ammon. Camph.), Ammoniated Camphor
Wash, N.F._ (Aqua Sedativa, N.F. III, Sedative Water, Eau Sédative de
Raspail).--Ammonia water (6%) and spirit of camphor (1%), in sodium
chloride and water.
USES: Counterirritant.
_Spiritus Ammoniae Anisatus (Sp. Ammon. Anis.), Anisated Spirit of
Ammonia, N.F._ (Liquor Ammoniae Anisatus, Anisated Solution of
Ammonia).--Ammonia water (20%) with anethol, in alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 70 per cent.
USES: Aromatic carminative preparation.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Ammonii Acetas, Ammonium Acetate.=--NH{4}C{2}H{3}O{2}.
_Liquor Ammonii Acetatis (Liq. Ammon. Acet.), Solution of Ammonium
Acetate, U.S.P._ (Spirit of Mindererus).--Contains NH{4}C{2}H{3}O{2}
(not less than 7%).
USES: Diaphoretic and diuretic in fevers; of doubtful
value.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Ferri et Ammonii Acetatis (Liq. Ferr. et Ammon. Acet.), Solution
of Iron and Ammonium Acetate, U.S.P._ (Basham's Mixture).
USES: An antiquated preparation, without the special
advantages generally ascribed to it. Iron and acetates are
better prescribed separately.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
=Ammonii Benzoas (Ammon. Benz.), Ammonium Benzoate, U.S.P.=
A white, odorless or nearly odorless powder, with a bitterish
taste. Very soluble in water (1:10) and soluble in alcohol (1:35).
Incompatible with acids, fixed alkalies and ferric salts.
ACTION AND USES: Resembles sodium benzoate in its
action but is more irritant and has no advantage over it.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.), in solution
=Ammonii Bromidum (Ammon. Brom.), Ammonium Bromide, U.S.P.=--NH{4}Br.
A white, odorless powder with a pungent saline taste. Incompatible
with nitrous ether.
ACTION AND USES: Those of the bromides; more irritant
than potassium bromide, over which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.) in solution.
_Elixir Ammonii Bromidi (Elix. Ammon. Brom.), Elixir of Ammonium
Bromide, N.F._--Ammonium bromide (8.5%), syrup, distilled water and
aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 5 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm.
_Elixir Trium Bromidorum (Elix. Tri. Brom.), Elixir of Three Bromides,
N.F._--Ammonium bromide, potassium bromide and sodium bromide (each 8%),
with cudbear and compound elixir of almond. Absolute alcohol content
about 4 per cent.
USES: An irrational bromide mixture, as there is no good
evidence that the bases influence the bromide action
materially.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Ammonii Carbonas (Ammon. Carb.), Ammonium Carbonate, U.S.P.=--A
mixture of ammonium bicarbonate and ammonium carbamate, yielding about
31 per cent. of NH{3}.
White, hard, translucent masses, with a strong ammoniacal odor and
a sharp, ammoniacal taste. Very soluble in water; alcohol dissolves
the carbamate and leaves the bicarbonate.
ACTION AND USES: Alkaline and nauseant liquefying
expectorant used in cough mixtures; also as reflex "diffusible"
stimulant in smelling salts.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.) in solution.
_Mistura Pectoralis Stokes (Mist. Pect. Stokes), Stokes' Expectorant,
N.F._--Ammonium carbonate (1.75%), fluidextracts of senega and squill
(each 3.5%), camphorated tincture of opium (17.5%), water and syrup of
tolu. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
USES: Irrational expectorant mixture.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_*Spiritus Ammoniae Aromaticus (Sp. Ammon. Arom.), Aromatic Spirit of
Ammonia, U.S.P._--Ammonium carbonate (3.4%), ammonia water (9%) and oils
of lemon, lavender and myristica in alcohol and distilled water.
Absolute alcohol content about 68 per cent.
USES: Useful aromatic alkali and carminative in flatulence,
colic, etc.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Ammonii Chloridum (Ammon. Chlor.), Ammonium Chloride,
U.S.P.=--NH{4}Cl.
A white, odorless powder, with a saline taste. Freely soluble in
water (1:2.6) and soluble in alcohol (1:100).
ACTION AND USES: Liquefying expectorant; used in cough
mixtures, and in the treatment of inflammation of the air-passages.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.), in solution or
lozenges.
_Mistura Ammonii Chloridi (Mist. Ammon. Chlor.), Mixture of Ammonium
Chloride, N.F._ (Mistura Solvens Simplex).--Ammonium chloride (2.5%) and
pure extract of glycyrrhiza in water.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Trochisci Ammonii Chloridi (Troch. Ammon. Chlor.), Troches of Ammonium
Chloride, U.S.P._--Each troche contains ammonium chloride (0.1 Gm.) with
extract of glycyrrhiza, tragacanth and sugar, flavored with syrup of
tolu.
=Ammonii Citras, Ammonium Citrate.=
_Liquor Ammonii Citratis (Liq. Ammon. Cit.), Solution of Ammonium
Citrate, N.F._--Ammonium citrate (14.47%) in water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Ammonii Hypophosphis (Ammon. Hypophos.), Ammonium Hypophosphite,
N.F._--NH{4}H{2}PO{2}.
Colorless plates or white powder, odorless, with a saline, bitter
taste. Very soluble in water (1:1) and soluble in alcohol (1:20).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to but without material
advantage over ammonium chloride.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Ammonii Hypophosphitis (Syr. Ammon. Hypophos.), Syrup of
Ammonium Hypophosphite, N.F._--Ammonium hypophosphite (3.5%) and diluted
hypophosphorous acid, flavored with compound spirit of vanillin, in
water, glycerin and syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ammonii Iodidum (Ammon. Iod.), Ammonium Iodide, U.S.P.=--NH{4}I.
White, odorless powder, with a saline taste. Freely soluble in
water (1:0.6), in alcohol (1:3.7) and in glycerin (1:1.5).
ACTION AND USES: Those of the iodides. More irritant
and less stable than sodium or potassium iodide, over
which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
_Linimentum Ammonii Iodidi (Lin. Ammon. Iod.), Liniment of Ammonium
Iodide, N.F._--Ammonium iodide (about 0.5%) with oil of rosemary, oil of
lavender, camphor, ammonia water and alcohol.
USES: Irrational preparation.
=Ammonii Phosphas (Ammon. Phos.), Ammonium Phosphate, N.F.=--A mixture
of (NH{4}){2}HPO{4} and NH{4}H{2}PO{4}.
Colorless crystals or white powder. Freely soluble in water (1:4),
but insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to but without advantage over
sodium phosphate.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
=Ammonii Salicylas (Ammon. Salicyl.), Ammonium Salicylate, U.S.P.=
White, odorless crystals or powder with a bitterish taste. Very
soluble in water (1:1) and in alcohol (1:3). Incompatible with
acids and fixed alkalies.
ACTION AND USES: Those of salicylates; without advantage
over sodium salicylate.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
=Ammonii Valeras (Ammon. Valer.), Ammonium Valerate, U.S.P.= (Ammonium
Valerianate).--Of variable composition.
White plates, with a valerian odor and a sharp, sweetish taste.
Very soluble in water (1:0.3) and in alcohol (1:0.6).
ACTION AND USES: Sedative in hysteria, depending on the
valeric odor. Not very effective.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Ammonii Valeratis (Elix. Ammon. Valer.), Elixir of Ammonium
Valerate, N.F._ (Elixir Ammonii Valerianatis, N.F. III).--Ammonium
valerate (3.5%) in red elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm. The alcohol content
should be borne in mind.
=Amygdala Dulcis (Amygd. Dulc.), Sweet Almond, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent, especially as cosmetic.
_Emulsum Amygdalae (Emuls. Amygd.), Emulsion of Almond, U.S.P._ (Milk of
Almond).--Sweet almond, acacia, sugar and water.
=*Amylis Nitris (Amyl. Nitris), Amyl Nitrite, U.S.P.=--Not less than 80
per cent. C{5}H{11}NO{2} (chiefly iso-amyl nitrite).
A yellowish liquid, with a fruity odor and a pungent, aromatic
taste. Very volatile; almost insoluble in water, but miscible with
alcohol or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Prompt vasodilator, used especially
in spasms of angina pectoris, asthma and general convulsions.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.), by inhalation.
=*Amylum (Amyl.), Starch, U.S.P.= (Corn Starch).
ACTION AND USES: Dusting powder and diluent.
_Glyceritum Amyli (Glycer. Amyl.), Glycerite of Starch, U.S.P._--Starch
(10%) and water (10%) in glycerin.
USES: Emollient and excipient.
=Anethol (Anethol), Anethol, N.F.=--The chief constituent of oil of
anise and oil of fennel.
A colorless or yellowish liquid, with a sweet taste and an odor of
anise; solid below 20 C. Almost insoluble in water, but freely
soluble in alcohol or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative, etc. Similar to but
without advantage over oil of anise.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.).
_Elixir Anisi (Elix. Anis.), Elixir of Anise, N.F._--Anethol, oil of
fennel, spirit of bitter almond, alcohol, syrup and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 23 per cent.
USES: Carminative and flavor.
DOSAGE: For infants, 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Angelicae Fructus (Angel. Fruct.), Angelica Fruit, N.F.= (Angelica
Seed).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic stomachic and carminative;
without advantage over gentian.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=Angelicae Radix (Angel. Rad.), Angelica Root, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Stimulating expectorant; without
advantage over tolu.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Angelicae Radicis (Fldext. Angel. Rad.), Fluidextract of
Angelica Root, N.F._--Angelica root (100%). Absolute alcohol content
about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Anisum (Anis.), Anise, U.S.P.= (Aniseed).
ACTION AND USES: Carminative. (See =Oleum Anisi=).
=*Antimonii et Potassii Tartras (Antim. et Pot. Tart.), Antimony and
Potassium Tartrate, U.S.P.= (Antimonyl Potassium Tartrate, Tartrated
Antimony, Tartar Emetic).
A white, odorless powder with a sweet, metallic taste. Soluble in
water (1:12) and in glycerin (1:15); insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Nauseant expectorant and emetic.
Emetic doses and the prolonged use of expectorant doses
are somewhat dangerous. Externally, a pustulant.
DOSAGE: Expectorant, 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.),
in solution. It is best to begin with small doses (0.001 Gm.
or 1/60 grain) which may be repeated hourly, care being
taken to avoid too great depression.
_Vinum Antimonii (Vin. Antimon.), Wine of Antimony, N.F._--Antimony and
potassium tartrate (0.4%), in water and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol
content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Antimonii Oxidum (Antim. Oxid.), Antimony Oxide, N.F.=--Antimonous
oxide, Sb{2}O{3}.
A white or grayish-white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in
water and in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete nauseant, emetic and
cathartic. Action uncertain and possibly toxic.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (N.F.).
_Pulvis Antimonialis (Pulv. Antimon.), Antimonial Powder, N.F._ (James'
Powder).--Antimonous oxide (33%) and precipitated calcium phosphate.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
=Antimonium Sulphuratum (Antim. Sulphurat.), Sulphurated Antimony, N.F.=
(Antimonium Oxysulphuratum, Kermes Mineral).--Chiefly antimony
trisulphide, Sb{2}S{3}.
A red-brown, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water and in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Mineral cathartic, without advantage
over calomel. Has no special action on the bile, as was
formerly supposed.
_Pilulae Antimonii Compositae (Pil. Antimon. Co.), Compound Pills of
Antimony, N.F._ (Plummer's Pills).--Each pill contains sulphurated
antimony and mild mercurous chloride (each 0.04 Gm. or 2/3 grain),
guaiac (0.08 Gm. or 1-1/3 grains), and castor oil.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
=*Antipyrina (Antipyr.), Antipyrine, U.S.P.= (Phenazone,
Phenyldimethylpyrazolon).
White, odorless powder, with a slightly bitter taste. Freely
soluble in water (1:1) and in alcohol (1:1.3).
ACTION AND USES: Antipyretic and analgesic, similar to
acetanilid.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.), in solution,
given with even greater caution than acetanilid and
acetphenetidin
=Apii Fructus (Apii Fruct.), Celery Fruit, N.F.= (Celery Seed).
ACTION AND USES: Domestic emmenagogue, depending
for its action on the volatile oil.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Apii Fructi (Fldext. Apii Fruct.), Fluidextract of
Celery Fruit, N.F._--Celery fruit (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Apocynum (Apocyn.), Apocynum, N.F.= (Canadian Hemp).--Rhizome and
roots.
ACTION AND USES: Cardiac tonic of digitalis group;
unreliable as to rate of absorption.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Gm. or 12 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Apocyni (Fldext. Apocyn.), Fluidextract of Apocynum,
N.F._ (Fluidextract of Canadian Hemp).--Apocynum (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 50 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Cc. or 12 minims (N.F.).
=*Apomorphinae Hydrochloridum (Apomorph. Hydrochl.), Apomorphine
Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Apomorphine Chloride).
White powder, becoming greenish on exposure to light and air,
odorless and with a slightly bitter taste. Soluble in water (1:50)
and in alcohol (1:50).
ACTION AND USES: Prompt, centrally acting emetic,
especially adapted for hypodermic administration. Rarely
used as nauseant expectorant.
DOSAGE: Expectorant 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain (U.S.P.).
Probably too large; 0.004 Gm. or 1/15 grain is said to have
produced death in a person enfeebled by chronic bronchitis.
From 0.001 Gm. to 0.002 Gm., or 1/60 to 1/30 grain, repeated
once an hour or once in two hours, is safer. Emetic, by mouth
(hypodermic administration is better), 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain
(U.S.P.). Emetic, hypodermic, 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain
(U.S.P.). This may be repeated at ten-minute intervals
until effective, but it should be remembered that in some
cases apomorphin produces toxic effects without causing
vomiting.
=*Aqua (Aqua), Water, U.S.P.=--H{2}O.
ACTION AND USES: Solvent. The ingestion of large
amounts is a very valuable eliminative measure.
_*Aqua Destillata (Aq. Dest.), Distilled Water, U.S.P._--Water obtained
by distillation.
_Aqua Destillata Sterilisata (Aq. Dest. Steril.), Sterilized Distilled
Water, U.S.P._--Should be used within forty-eight hours after its
preparation.
=AQUAE AROMATICAE, AROMATIC WATERS.=--The official aromatic waters are
aqueous solutions of volatile substances, usually volatile oils. They
are used as vehicles for the more active water-soluble drugs. For
preparations included in this list see under the names of the principal
constituents. For the following, see under the names of the respective
oils: Aqua Amygdalae Amarae, Aqua Foeniculi, Aqua Menthae Piperitae and
Aqua Menthae Viridis.
=Aralia (Aralia), Aralia, N.F.= (American Spikenard, Spignet).--Rhizome
and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete irritant, diaphoretic and
"alterative." Probably without value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Araliae (Fldext. Aral.), Fluidextract of Aralia,
N.F._--Aralia (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Argenti Nitras (Arg. Nit.), Silver Nitrate, U.S.P.=--AgNO{3}.
Colorless plates, darkening on exposure to light in the presence of
organic matter; odorless; strongly caustic and having a bitter,
metallic taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.4) and soluble in
alcohol (1:30). Incompatible especially with chlorides and organic
matter.
ACTION AND USES: Externally as a caustic, antiseptic
and germicide; internally as an astringent.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.), diluted or in
kaolin pills. The concentrations of solutions for local use
vary from 0.01 to 10 per cent., according to the sensitiveness
of the surface and the degree of action desired. Distilled
water should be used in making the solutions.
_*Argenti Nitras Fusus (Arg. Nit. Fus.), Molded Silver Nitrate, U.S.P._
(Fused Silver Nitrate, Lunar Caustic).--AgNO{3} toughened by the
addition of a small proportion of silver chloride.
White, hard pencils or cones.
=Argenti Oxidum (Arg. Oxid.), Silver Oxide, U.S.P.=--Ag{2}O.
A heavy, odorless, brownish-black powder with a metallic taste.
Only slightly soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent in gastric ulcer. Probably
inefficient.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
=Arnica (Arnic.), Arnica, U.S.P.= (Arnica Flowers).
ACTION AND USES: Feeble rubefacient. Still used externally
to some extent in the form of a tincture mixed with
water as an evaporating lotion. The chief active ingredient
of the tincture is probably its alcohol.
_Fluidextractum Arnicae (Fldext. Arnic.), Fluidextract of Arnica,
N.F._--Arnica (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
_Tinctura Arnicae (Tr. Arnic.), Tincture of Arnica, U.S.P._--Arnica
(20%) in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 46 per cent.
=Arseni Iodidum (Arsen. Iod.), Arsenous Iodide, U.S.P.= (Arsenic
Iodide).--AsI{3}.
An orange-red, odorless powder. Soluble in water (1:12) with
partial decomposition; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of arsenic trioxide,
over which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Liquor Arseni et Hydrargyri Iodidi (Liq. Arsen. et Hydrarg. Iod.),
Solution of Arsenous and Mercuric Iodide, U.S.P._ (Donovan's
Solution).--Arsenous iodide and red mercuric iodide (each 1%) in water.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Arseni Trioxidum (Arsen. Triox.), Arsenic Trioxide, U.S.P.= (Arsenous
Acid, Arsenous Oxide, White Arsenic).--As{2}O{3}.
Amorphous, glassy masses or white, crystalline masses or powder.
Slowly soluble in water (about 1:100), slightly soluble in alcohol
and ether and freely soluble in glycerine. Readily dissolved by
hydrochloric acid or by alkaline solutions.
ACTION AND USES: Believed to modify nutrition. Used
as tonic in anemias, nervous diseases, etc., in skin diseases
and in some forms of malaria. Externally, a mild escharotic,
but the danger of poisoning prevents its general use.
Likely to produce nephritis. A very common poison.
DOSAGE: 0.002 Gm. or 1/30 grain (U.S.P.), in pills or solutions.
_*Liquor Acidi Arsenosi (Liq. Acid. Arsen.), Solution of Arsenous Acid,
U.S.P._ (Hydrochloric Solution of Arsenic, "Solution of Arsenic
Chloride").--Arsenic trioxide (1%) in diluted hydrochloric acid (5%) and
water.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims.
=*Asafoetida (Asafoet.), Asafetida, U.S.P.= (Gum Asafetida).--A gum
resin.
Should be 60% soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a carminative and also in the
treatment of hysteria, the action being psychic.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), in pills.
_Emulsum Asafoetidae (Emuls. Asafoet.), Emulsion of Asafetida, U.S.P._
(Milk of Asafetida).--Asafetida (4%) in water.
USES: Used especially as enema in tympanites.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Asafoetidae (Pil. Asafoet.), Pills of Asafetida, U.S.P._--Each
pill contains asafoetida (0.2 Gm. or 3 grains), and soap.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Asafoetidae (Tr. Asafoet.), Tincture of Asafetida,
U.S.P._--Asafetida (20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 81
per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
=Asarum (Asar.), Asarum, N.F.= (Canada Snake-Root. Wild
Ginger).--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative and flavor; similar to
but without advantage over ginger.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Asari Compositus (Syr. Asar. Co.), Compound Syrup of Asarum,
N.F._--Asarum (6.2%), fluidextract of ipecac (0.3%), alcohol, cochineal
and potassium carbonate in syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Asclepias (Asclep.), Asclepias, N.F.= (Pleurisy Root).
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete domestic remedy for pleurisy,
also used as diaphoretic. Probably without value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Asclepiadis (Fldext. Asclepiad.), Fluidextract of
Asclepias, N.F._--Asclepias (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Aspidium (Aspidium), Aspidium, U.S.P.= (Male Fern).--The rhizome of
certain ferns.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a teniacide in the form of
oleoresin.
_*Oleoresina Aspidii (Oleores. Aspid.), Oleoresin of Aspidium, U.S.P._
(Oleoresin of Male Fern).
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (total dose in a day, U.S.P.),
which may be given singly or in repeated, divided
doses, at intervals of fifteen minutes, in capsules containing
0.3 Gm. or 5 grains, or in emulsion. Larger doses may be
given to robust persons. Special caution is necessary in
giving it to anemic or debilitated persons. The patient
should be prepared by a light diet or fasting for twenty-four
hours. The drug should be given early in the morning,
preceded by a saline cathartic, and the last dose followed
in three hours by a saline laxative. Caution:--Castor
oil or other fixed oils should not be used in connection
with oleoresin of aspidium, as they favor the absorption
of the active principle.
=Aspidosperma (Aspidosp.), Aspidosperma, U.S.P.= (Quebracho).--A bark.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended in dyspneic
conditions. Value doubtful.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Aspidospermatis (Fldext. Aspidosp.), Fluidextract of
Aspidosperma, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Quebracho).--Aspidosperma (100%).
Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=*Atropina (Atrop.), Atropine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from
belladonna and some other plants of the nightshade family.
A white, odorless powder. Slightly soluble in water (1:455), but
freely soluble in alcohol (1:2).
ACTION AND USES: Atropine and the related alkaloids
paralyze the parasympathetic endings. They are used
especially as mydriatics and cycloplegics, to suppress secretions,
as in gastric hyperacidity, and to quicken the heart,
regulate peristalsis, lessen bronchial spasm, etc.
DOSAGE: 0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain (U.S.P.).
_Oleatum Atropinae (Oleat. Atrop.), Oleate of Atropine, N.F._--Atropine
(2%), in alcohol, oleic acid and olive oil.
=*Atropinae Sulphas (Atrop. Sulph.), Atropine Sulphate, U.S.P.=
White, odorless powder. Very soluble in water (1:0.4) and in
alcohol (1:5).
DOSAGE: 0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain (U.S.P.).
=Aurantii Amari Cortex (Aurant. Amar. Cort.), Bitter Orange Peel,
U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic bitter stomachic, used principally
as a flavoring.
_Fluidextractum Aurantii Amari (Fldext. Aurant. Amar.), Fluidextract of
Bitter Orange Peel, U.S.P._--Bitter orange peel (100%). Absolute alcohol
content about 60 per cent.
_Tinctura Aurantii Amari (Tr. Aurant. Amar.), Tincture of Bitter Orange
Peel, U.S.P._--Bitter orange peel (20%) in alcohol and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Vinum Aurantii Compositum (Vin. Aurant. Co.), Compound Wine of Orange,
N.F._ (Elixir Aurantiorum Compositum, Compound Elixir of
Orange).--Bitter orange peel, absinthium, menyanthes, cascarilla, Saigon
cinnamon and gentian, extracted with potassium carbonate in sherry wine.
Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
USES: Objectionable alcoholic "bitter."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Aurantii Dulcis Cortex (Aurant Dulc. Cort.), Sweet Orange Peel, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent.
_Syrupus Aurantii (Syr. Aurant.), Syrup of Orange, U.S.P._--Tincture of
sweet orange peel in syrup.
_Tinctura Aurantii Dulcis (Tr. Aurant. Dulc.), Tincture of Sweet Orange
Peel, U.S.P._--Sweet orange peel from fresh fruit (50%) in alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 83 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=Aurantii Flores, Bitter Orange Flowers.=
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent.
_Aqua Aurantii Florum (Aq. Aurant. Flor.), Orange Flower Water,
U.S.P._--Stronger orange flower water in water.
_Aqua Aurantii Florum Fortior (Aq. Aurant. Flor. Fort.), Stronger Orange
Flower Water, U.S.P._--Prepared by distillation of bitter orange flowers
with water. Must be free from mucilaginous growths.
_Syrupus Aurantii Florum (Syr. Aurant. Flor.), Syrup of Orange Flowers,
U.S.P._--Sugar in orange flower water.
=Auri et Sodii Chloridum (Aur. et Sod. Chlor.), Gold and Sodium
Chloride, U.S.P.=--Equal parts of AuCl{3} and NaCl.
An orange-yellow, odorless, deliquescent powder with a saline,
metallic taste. Very soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Preparations of gold have been
employed in medicine for the most varied conditions without
any real evidence of usefulness.
DOSAGE: 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.).
=*Balsamum Peruvianum (Bals. Peruv.), Balsam of Peru, U.S.P.= (Peru
Balsam).
Dark brown, viscid liquid, with a vanilla-like odor and a bitter,
acrid taste. Soluble in alcohol or chloroform; only partially
soluble in ether or petroleum benzin; practically insoluble in
water.
ACTION AND USES: Externally in the form of ointments
or alcoholic solutions as a stimulant to indolent wounds
and ulcers and in the treatment of scabies.
=*Balsamum Tolutanum (Bals. Tolu.), Balsam of Tolu, U.S.P.= (Tolu
Balsam).
Yellowish-brown or brown, plastic solid, becoming brittle when old,
dried or exposed to cold, and having a vanilla-like odor and a
mild, aromatic taste. Insoluble in water but soluble in alcohol,
chloroform and ether.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended as an expectorant;
used chiefly in the form of the syrup, which is little
more than a pleasantly flavored vehicle.
_*Syrupus Tolutanus (Syr. Tolu.), Syrup of Tolu, U.S.P._--Tincture of
tolu (5%) in syrup.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Tolutana (Tr. Tolu.), Tincture of Tolu, U.S.P._--Balsam of
tolu (20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Baptisia (Baptis.), Baptisia, N.F.= (Wild Indigo Root).
ACTION AND USES: Without any definite known action;
formerly used in typhoid fever and diseases showing similar
symptoms.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Baptisiae (Fldext. Baptis.), Fluidextract of Baptisia,
N.F._--Baptisia (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=*Belladonnae Folia (Bellad. Fol.), Belladonna Leaves, U.S.P.= (Deadly
Nightshade Leaves, Belladonnae Folium, P.I.).--Yield not less than 0.3
per cent. of mydriatic alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Those of the hyoscyamine and atropine
(which see) contained therein.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Emplastrum Belladonnae (Emp. Bellad.), Belladonna Plaster,
U.S.P._--Extract of belladonna leaves (30%), yielding about 0.37 per
cent. of alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Applied in the treatment of rheumatic
and similar pains.
_*Extractum Belladonnae Foliorum (Ext. Bellad. Fol.), Extract of
Belladonna Leaves, U.S.P._--One Gm. extract represents about 4 Gm.
belladonna leaves and yields about 1.25 per cent. of alkaloids. Two
forms: pilular extract of belladonna leaves and powdered extract of
belladonna leaves.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Belladonnae Foliorum (Tr. Bellad. Fol.), Tincture of
Belladonna Leaves, U.S.P._ (Belladonnae Tinctura, P.I.)--Belladonna
leaves (10%) yielding about 0.03 per cent. of alkaloids in alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 47 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Cc. or 12 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Unguentum Belladonnae (Ung. Bellad.), Belladonna Ointment,
U.S.P._--Pilular extract of belladonna leaves (10%) in diluted alcohol,
hydrous wool fat and benzoinated lard.
=Belladonnae Radix (Bellad. Rad.), Belladonna Root, U.S.P.= (Deadly
Nightshade Root).--Yields not less than 0.45 per cent. of mydriatic
alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Those of the hyoscyamine and atropine
(which see) contained therein.
DOSAGE: 0.045 Gm. or 3/4 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Belladonnae Radicis (Fldext. Bellad. Rad.), Fluidextract
of Belladonna Root, U.S.P._--Belladonna root (100%) yielding about 0.45
per cent. of alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 75 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).
_Linimentum Belladonnae (Lin. Bellad.), Belladonna Liniment,
U.S.P._--Fluidextract of belladonna root (about 95%) and camphor (5%).
Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
USES: A mildly analgesic and rubefacient application.
=Benzaldehydum (Benzaldehyd.), Benzaldehyde, U.S.P.=--Produced
synthetically or obtained from oil of bitter almonds.
A colorless or yellowish liquid, with a bitter-almond odor and a
burning, aromatic taste. Slightly soluble in water; miscible with
alcohol, ether, and fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Cc. or 1/2 minim (U.S.P.).
=Benzinum Purificatum (Benzin. Purif.), Purified Petroleum Benzin,
U.S.P.= (Petroleum Ether).
A clear, colorless liquid, with an ethereal or faint petroleum
odor; highly inflammable. Practically insoluble in water, freely
soluble in alcohol and miscible with ether, chloroform, volatile
oils and fixed oils with the exception of castor oil.
ACTION AND USES: Pharmaceutic solvent.
=*Benzoinum (Benzoin.), Benzoin, U.S.P.= (Gum Benjamin).--A balsamic
resin.
ACTION AND USES: Used locally to promote healing, and
in inhalations as an expectorant.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Benzoini (Tr. Benz.), Tincture of Benzoin, U.S.P._--Benzoin
(20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 83 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Benzoini Composita (Tr. Benz. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Benzoin, U.S.P._--Benzoin (10%), aloes (2%), storax (8%), balsam of tolu
(4%), in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
USES: Protective and local stimulant, especially by
inhalation.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Benzosulphinidum (Benzosulphinid.), Benzosulphinide, U.S.P.=
(Saccharin, Glusidum).
A white, nearly odorless powder with an intensely sweet taste even
in dilute solutions. Slightly soluble (1:290) in water and soluble
(1:31) in alcohol and readily dissolved by ammonia water or by a
solution of alkali hydroxides or of sodium bicarbonate.
ACTION AND USES: Sweetening agent in diabetes mellitus;
about 500 times as sweet as sugar, weight for weight.
=Berberis (Berber.), Berberis, N.F.= (Oregon Grape Root).--Rhizome and
roots.
ACTION AND USES: Probably similar to, but without
advantage over, hydrastis.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Berberidis (Fldext. Berberid.), Fluidextract of
Berberis, N.F._--Berberis (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Betaeucainae Hydrochloridum (Betaeucain. Hydrochl.), Betaeucaine
Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Eucaine Chloride, Eucaine; also known as
Benzamine Hydrochloride).
A white, odorless powder. Soluble in water (1:30) and in alcohol
(1:35).
ACTION AND USES: Local anesthetic.
DOSAGE: In a 2 or 3 per cent. solution for the eye or 5
to 10 per cent. solution for the nose and throat.
=*Betanaphthol (Betanaph.), Betanaphthol, U.S.P.= (Naphthol).
Colorless or pale buff crystalline laminae or white or yellowish
powder, with a faint phenol odor and a pungent taste. Only slightly
soluble in water (1:1000) and very soluble in alcohol (1:0.8).
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic, somewhat stronger than
phenol and less toxic. Used in skin affections, and as
intestinal antiseptic and anthelmintic for hookworm.
DOSAGE: Internally, 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
Externally as a 3 to 5 per cent. ointment.
_Pasta Betanaphtholis (Past. Betanaphthol.), Betanaphthol Paste, N.F._
(Lassar's Naphthol Paste).--Betanaphthol (10%) and precipitated sulphur
(50%) in petrolatum and soft soap.
_Petroxolinum Betanaphtholis (Petrox. Betanaphthol.), Betanaphthol
Petroxolin, N.F._ (Betanaphthol Petrox).--Betanaphthol (10%) in liquid
petroxolin.
=Bismuthi Betanaphtholas (Bism. Betanaph.), Bismuth Betanaphthol,
U.S.P.= (Bismuth Betanaphtholate; also sold as Orphol).--Of somewhat
varying composition.
A buff-colored or grayish-brown, nearly odorless, tasteless powder.
Nearly insoluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used as an intestinal antiseptic, being
decomposed into its constituents in the intestine, where it
exerts the effects of bismuth salts and of betanaphthol.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
=Bismuthi et Ammonii Citras (Bism. et Ammon. Cit.), Bismuth and Ammonium
Citrate, U.S.P.= (Bismuth Ammoniocitrate).
Shining, pearly or translucent, odorless scales or white powder,
with a metallic taste. Very soluble in water and sparingly soluble
in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Somewhat astringent and irritating;
should not be used as a substitute for the insoluble salts
of bismuth. Its use in "bismuth elixirs" is irrational.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
=Bismuthi et Sodii Tartras, Bismuth and Sodium Tartrate.=
USES: An irrational method of administering bismuth.
_Elixir Bismuthi (Elix. Bismuth.), Elixir of Bismuth, N.F._--Glycerite
of bismuth (12.5%), in glycerin, water and aromatic elixir. Absolute
alcohol content about 10 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Bismuthi (Elix. Cinchon. Ferr.
et Bism.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids, Iron and Bismuth, N.F._ (Elixir
Cinchonae, Ferri et Bismuthi, N.F. III, Elixir of Calisaya, Alkaloidal,
with Iron and Bismuth).--Glycerite of bismuth (6.5%), elixir of
cinchona, alkaloids and iron (about 87%) and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 17 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Glyceritum Bismuthi (Glycer. Bismuth.), Glycerite of Bismuth, N.F._--A
solution of bismuth and sodium tartrate.
_Liquor Bismuthi (Liq. Bism.), Solution of Bismuth, N.F._--Glycerite of
bismuth (12.5%), in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 12
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm. (N.F.).
=Bismuthi Oxidum, Bismuth Oxide.=
_Magma Bismuthi (Magma Bism.), Bismuth Magma, U.S.P._ (Milk of
Bismuth).--A suspension in water of bismuth hydroxide and bismuth
subcarbonate, forming a thick, white opaque liquid.
USES: Used similarly to bismuth subcarbonate, over
which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=*Bismuthi Subcarbonas (Bism. Subcarb.), Bismuth Subcarbonate,
U.S.P.=--Of varying chemical composition.
White or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in
water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used like other insoluble salts of
bismuth as a protective and healing agent against wounds,
diarrheas, etc., and in x-ray work.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.) in powders or
cachets or in suspension (best form)
=*Bismuthi Subgallas (Bism. Subgall.), Bismuth Subgallate, U.S.P.=
(Dermatol).--A basic bismuth gallate of varying chemical composition.
Bright yellow, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water or
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of bismuth subcarbonate,
over which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Bismuthi Subnitras (Bism. Subnit.), Bismuth Subnitrate, U.S.P.=--Basic
bismuth nitrate of varying chemical composition.
A heavy, white, odorless, almost tasteless powder. Almost insoluble
in water and insoluble in alcohol. In aqueous mixtures,
incompatible with alkali carbonates because of the liberation of
nitric acid.
ACTION AND USES: Somewhat more astringent than the
subcarbonate, because of the liberation of nitric acid.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.). Preferably
administered as a powder or as cachets.
=Bismuthi Subsalicylas (Bism. Subsalicyl.), Bismuth Subsalicylate,
U.S.P.=--Basic bismuth salicylate, of varying chemical composition.
A white or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Almost
insoluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Protective and astringent like other
insoluble salts of bismuth, over which it has no marked
advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
=Boldo (Boldo), Boldo, N.F.= (Boldo Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic, perhaps somewhat diuretic.
No well defined indications for its use.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Boldi (Fldext. Boldi), Fluidextract of Boldo,
N.F._--Boldo (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
=Brayera (Brayer.), Brayera, N.F.= (Kousso, Cusso).--Flowers.
ACTION AND USES: Teniacide; without advantage over
aspidium or pelletierine.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (N.F.).
_Infusum Brayerae (Inf. Brayer.), Infusion of Brayera, N.F._--Brayera
(6%) in water.
DOSAGE: 250 Cc. or 8 fluidounces (N.F.).
=Bromoformum (Bromof.), Bromoform, U.S.P.=--CHBr{3}.
A heavy, clear, colorless liquid, with an ethereal odor and a sweet
taste resembling that of chloroform. Slightly soluble in water and
miscible with alcohol, chloroform, ether or fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended as a sedative
in the treatment of whooping-cough. Opinions differ as to
its value.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.), preferably dissolved
in almond oil or dropped on sugar. Bromoform is
too dense to be dispensed safely with aqueous vehicles.
=Bromum (Bromum), Bromine, N.F.=--Br.
Heavy, dark, brownish-red, volatile liquid, with a suffocating odor
resembling that of chlorine. Soluble in water (1:90) and freely
soluble in alcohol or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Violent irritant; seldom used in
medicine.
_Liquor Bromi (Liq. Brom.), Solution of Bromine, N.F._, (Smith's
Solution of Bromine).--Bromine (8.3%), potassium bromide and water.
USES: Antiseptic and irritant
=Bryonia (Bryon.), Bryonia, N.F.= (Bryony).--Root.
ACTION AND USES: Drastic resinous cathartic; without
advantage over jalap. Used in dropsies, pleurisy, neuralgia,
etc.; of doubtful value.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Bryoniae (Tr. Bryon.), Tincture of Bryonia, N.F._--Bryonia
(10%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Buchu (Buchu), Buchu, U.S.P.= (Buchu Leaves, Short Buchu, Long Buchu).
ACTION AND USES: At one time largely used as antiseptic
and diuretic, especially in catarrhal cystitis. Value
doubtful.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Buchu (Elix. Buchu), Elixir of Buchu, N.F._--Fluidextract of
buchu (12.5%) in alcohol and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content
about 35 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm.
_Elixir Buchu Compositum (Elix. Buchu Co.), Compound Elixir of Buchu,
N.F._--Compound fluidextract of buchu (25%) in aromatic elixir. Absolute
alcohol content about 30 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm.
_Elixir Buchu et Potassii Acetatis (Elix. Buchu et Pot. Acet.), Elixir
of Buchu and Potassium Acetate, N.F._--Potassium acetate (8.5%) and
elixir of buchu. Absolute alcohol content about 30 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm.
_Fluidextractum Buchu (Fldext. Buchu), Fluidextract of Buchu,
U.S.P._--Buchu (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Buchu Compositum (Fldext. Buchu Co.), Compound
Fluidextract of Buchu, N.F._--Buchu (62.5%), cubeb, juniper and uva ursi
(each 12.5%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
USES: A needlessly complex diuretic mixture.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Cacao Praeparata (Cacao Praep.), Cocoa, N.F.= (Prepared Cacao, Soluble
Cocoa).
ACTION AND USES: Beverage and flavor
=Cactus Grandiflorus (Cact. Grand.), Cactus Grandiflorus, N.F.= (Night
Blooming Cereus).--Fresh stems.
ACTION AND USES: Used in neurotic heart disturbances;
results probably imaginary. Drug apparently inactive.
_Tinctura Cacti Grandiflori (Tr. Cact. Grand.), Tincture of Cactus
Grandiflorus, N.F._--Cactus grandiflorus (50%) in alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=*Caffeina (Caffein.), Caffeine, U.S.P.= (Theine).--An alkaloid obtained
from coffee or tea.
White, silky, efflorescent needles, odorless and bitter. Soluble in
water (1:46) and in alcohol (1:66).
ACTION AND USES: Diuretic; cardiac, respiratory and
psychic stimulant. Used as a nerve stimulant in poisoning
by narcotic drugs and for the relief of headache.
Widely used to combat the circulatory depression of the
acute infectious diseases but its value in such conditions is
uncertain. As a diuretic probably inferior to theobromine.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.), in capsules.
_Caffeina Citrata (Caffein Cit.), Citrated Caffeine, U.S.P._--Caffeine
and citric acid equal parts.
White, odorless powder, with a slightly bitter, acid taste.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.), in solution or
capsules.
_Caffeina Citrata Effervescens (Caff. Cit. Eff.), Effervescent Citrated
Caffeine, U.S.P._--Contains anhydrous caffeine (about 2%), with sodium
tartrate and citrate.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.) in water.
=*Caffeinae Sodio-Benzoas (Caff. Sod. Benz.), Caffeine Sodio-Benzoate,
U.S.P.=--Caffeine and sodium benzoate about equal parts.
White, odorless powder, with a slightly bitter taste. Freely
soluble in water (1:1.1) and soluble in alcohol (1:30); partly
soluble in chloroform.
ACTION AND USES: The form of caffeine usually employed
for hypodermic administration, since it is freely soluble.
DOSAGE: By mouth, 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.);
hypodermic, 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.).
=Caffeinae Sodio-Salicylas (Caff. Sod. Salicyl.), Caffeine
Sodio-Salicylate, N.F.=--Represents equal parts of caffeine and sodium
salicylate.
White, odorless powder. Freely soluble in water (1:2).
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.)
=Calamina Praeparata (Calamin. Praep.), Prepared Calamine, N.F.= (Lapis
Calaminaris).--Native zinc carbonate.
A pink powder. Insoluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Protective, similar to zinc oxide,
over which it has no therapeutic advantage; has the cosmetic
advantage of being slightly pink.
_Unguentum Calaminae (Ung. Calamin.), Calamine Ointment, N.F._,
(Unguentum Zinci Carbonatis Crudi, Unguentum Calaminare, Turner's
Cerate).--Prepared calamine (17%) in ointment.
=Calcii Bromidum (Calc. Brom.), Calcium Bromide, U.S.P.=--Hydrated
calcium bromide (not less than 84 per cent. of CaBr{2}).
A white, odorless, deliquescent powder, with a sharp, saline taste.
Very soluble in water (1:0.7) and in alcohol (1:1.3). Incompatible
with alkali carbonates and phosphates.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to but more irritant than
sodium bromide, over which it has ordinarily no advantage,
although the calcium perhaps increases the sedative action.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains, preferably administered in
aqueous solutions, being too deliquescent for use in powder
or cachets.
_Elixir Calcii Bromidi (Elix. Calc. Brom.), Elixir of Calcium Bromide,
N.F._--Calcium bromide (8.5%) diluted hydrobromic acid (0.4%), syrup,
distilled water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 7
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Calcii Carbonas Praecipitatus (Calc. Carb. Praec.), Precipitated
Calcium Carbonate, U.S.P.= (Precipitated Chalk).--CaCO{3}.
A fine, white, odorless, tasteless powder. Nearly insoluble in
water and insoluble in alcohol. Decomposed by acids with evolution
of carbon dioxide.
ACTION AND USES: Chiefly used as a basis for tooth
powder. Internally, employed as an antacid in diarrheas,
etc.; externally in mixtures with cream or oil, has been
used as an application to burns as an antacid and
protective.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.), as powder or in
suspension
=*Calcii Chloridum (Calc. Chlor.), Calcium Chloride, U.S.P.=--Hydrated
calcium chloride (not less than 75 per cent. of CaCl{2}).
White, hard, deliquescent, odorless masses or granules, with a
sharp, saline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.62), and freely
soluble in alcohol (1:10).
ACTION AND USES: Used for the oral administration of
calcium. Employed in hemorrhagic conditions, in which
it is probably useless. Has also been advised in inflammatory
conditions of the skin and mucous membranes
(urticaria, serum-rashes, hay-fever, etc.).
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
=Calcii Glycerophosphas (Calc. Glycerophos.), Calcium Glycerophosphate,
U.S.P.= (Calcium Glycerinophosphate).--CaC{3}H{7}O{6}P.
White, odorless, almost tasteless powder. Soluble in water (1:50)
and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly believed to be a tonic, and
used especially in neurasthenia, to improve the nutrition of
the nervous system. There is no reliable evidence that it
has any value.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
_Elixir Calcii et Sodii Glycerophosphatum (Elix. Calc. et Sod.
Glycerophos.), Elixir of Calcium and Sodium Glycerophosphates, N.F._
(Elixir Glycerophosphatum N.F. III).--Solution of sodium
glycerophosphate (2.5%), calcium glycerophosphate (0.875%), phosphoric
acid (0.8%), in glycerin, aromatic elixir and distilled water. Absolute
alcohol content about 7 per cent.
USES: An irrational and inefficient "tonic" mixture.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Calcii Hypophosphis (Calc. Hypophos.), Calcium Hypophosphite,
U.S.P.=--Ca(PH{2}O{2}){2}.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and having a nauseous,
bitter taste. Freely soluble in water (1:6.5) and insoluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: The hypophosphites were introduced
as of special value in tuberculosis; later they were used as
general reconstructive tonics, but there is no experimental
or reliable clinical evidence that the hypophosphite radical
has any value as such. Calcium hypophosphite must be
regarded merely as a means of administering calcium.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.) in syrups.
_Elixir Calcii Hypophosphitis (Elix. Calc. Hypophos.), Elixir of Calcium
Hypophosphite, N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite (3.5%) in aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Hypophosphitum (Elix. Hypophos.), Elixir of Hypophosphites,
N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite (5.25%), sodium hypophosphite and potassium
hypophosphite (each 1.75%) in water, glycerin, compound spirit of
cardamom and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 12 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Hypophosphitum et Ferri._--See under =Ferri Hypophosphis=.
_Liquor Hypophosphitum (Liq. Hypophos.), Solution of Hypophosphites,
N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite (3.5%), sodium hypophosphite (2%) and
potassium hypophosphite (1.75%) in water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Liquor Hypophosphitum Compositus (Liq. Hypophos. Co.), Compound
Solution of Hypophosphites, N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite and potassium
hypophosphite (each 0.85%), sodium hypophosphite (0.22%), ferric
hypophosphite (0.44%) and manganese hypophosphite (0.22%), quinine
hypophosphite (0.22%), strychnine hypophosphite (0.007%) and potassium
citrate in orange flower water, glycerin and water.
USES: Complex and irrational mixture.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Calcii et Sodii Hypophosphitum (Syr. Calc. et Sod. Hypophos.),
Syrup of Calcium and Sodium Hypophosphites, N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite
and sodium hypophosphite (each 3.5%), in sugar and water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm. (N.F.).
_Syrupus Calcii Hypophosphitis (Syr. Calc. Hypophos.), Syrup of Calcium
Hypophosphite, N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite (3.5%) in sugar and water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Hypophosphitum (Syr. Hypophos.), Syrup of Hypophosphites,
U.S.P._--Calcium hypophosphite (4.5%), potassium hypophosphite and
sodium hypophosphite (each 1.5%) in glycerin and syrup.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Hypophosphitum Compositus (Syr. Hypophos. Co.), Compound Syrup
of Hypophosphites, N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite (3.5%), potassium
hypophosphite and sodium hypophosphite (each 1.75%), ferric
hypophosphite and manganese hypophosphite (each 0.225%), quinine
(0.11%), strychnine hypophosphite (0.0123%) and sodium citrate (0.375%)
in glycerin and syrup.
USES: Antiquated, complex and irrational "tonic."
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Calcii Iodidum, Calcium Iodide.=
_Syrupus Calcii Iodidi (Syr. Calc. Iodid.), Syrup of Calcium Iodide,
N.F._--Represents calcium iodide (8.75%) in syrup.
USES: Superfluous, whether regarded as a calcium preparation
or as an iodide preparation.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims
=*Calcii Lactas (Calc. Lact.), Calcium Lactate,
U.S.P.=--Ca(C{3}H{5}O{3}){2} + 5H{2}O.
White, odorless, practically tasteless masses or powder. Soluble in
water (1:20) and almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used for the characteristic action of
calcium; less irritating and therefore better adapted to
hypodermic administration than calcium chloride (which
see).
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in solution
=Calcii Lactophosphas (Calc. Lactophos.), Calcium Lactophosphate,
N.F.=--A mixture of calcium lactate and calcium acid lactate with
calcium acid phosphate.
White, odorless powder. Soluble in water; almost insoluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to but without advantage
over the lactate. Not adapted to hypodermic use.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Elixir Calcii Lactophosphatis (Elix. Calc. Lactophos.), Elixir of
Calcium Lactophosphate, N.F._--Calcium lactophosphate (3%) in compound
spirit of orange, syrup, alcohol and distilled water. Absolute alcohol
content about 19 per cent. Small and probably inefficient quantities of
calcium.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Calcii Lactophosphatis (Elix.
Cinchon., Ferr. et Calc. Lactophos.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids,
Iron and Calcium Lactophosphate, N.F._--(Elixir Cinchonae, Ferri et
Calcii Lactophosphatis, N.F. III, Elixir of Calisaya, Iron and
Lactophosphate of Lime).--Syrup of calcium lactophosphate (50%),
potassium citrate (3%) and elixir of cinchona alkaloids and iron.
Absolute alcohol content about 12 per cent.
USES: An irrational mixture, supposed to present seven
active ingredients.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Syrupus Calcii Lactophosphatis (Syr. Calc. Lactophos.), Syrup of
Calcium Lactophosphate, U.S.P._--Made by dissolving precipitated calcium
carbonate (2.5%) in lactic acid (6%), phosphoric acid (3.6%) and a syrup
containing orange flower water.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Calcii Lactophosphatis et Ferri (Syr. Calc. Lactophos. et
Ferr.), Syrup of Calcium Lactophosphate and Iron, N.F._--Ferrous lactate
and potassium citrate (each 0.85%) and syrup of calcium lactophosphate
(about 99%).
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Calcii Phosphas Praecipitatus (Calc. Phos. Praec.), Precipitated
Calcium Phosphate, N.F.=--Ca{3}(PO{4}){2}.
A bulky, white, odorless, tasteless powder. Practically insoluble
in water and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Precipitated calcium phosphate has
been given in the form of powders or mixtures for its
action as a calcium salt, which is similar to but without
advantage over the action of the carbonate. Because of its
insolubility it is now seldom used.
USES: Similar to but without advantage over the
carbonate.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Calcii Hydrochlorophosphatis (Syr. Calc. Hydrochlorophos.),
Syrup of Calcium Hydrochlorophosphate, N.F._ (Syrupus Calcii
Chlorhydrophosphatis, N.F. III).--Precipitated calcium phosphate (1.75%)
flavored with tincture of lemon peel and dissolved in hydrochloric acid,
water and syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Calcii Sulphidum Crudum (Calc. Sulphid. Crud.), Crude Calcium Sulphide,
U.S.P.= (Calx Sulphurata, U.S.P. VIII, Sulphurated Lime).--CaS (not less
than 55%).
A pale gray or yellowish powder, with a faint hydrogen sulphide
odor and a nauseous, alkaline taste. Very slightly soluble in cold
water, insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Externally, depilatory similar to
barium sulphide. Internally has been used to arrest and
prevent suppuration especially in boils, carbuncles and
pustular acne. There is no reliable evidence of its therapeutic
usefulness.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.), in solution.
_Liquor Calcis Sulphuratae (Liq. Calc. Sulphurat.), Solution of
Sulphurated Lime, N.F._ (Solution of Oxysulphuret of Calcium, Fleming's
Solution, Vleminckx' Solution, Vleminckx' Lotion).--A solution of
calcium polysulphides and calcium thiosulphate produced by boiling
together lime, sulphur and water.
USES: Depilatory.
=Calendula (Calend.), Calendula, N.F.= (Marigold, Calendula Flowers).
ACTION AND USES: Locally, mild irritant, without material
advantage over diluted alcohol. Internally, no definite
indications for its use.
_Fluidextractum Calendulae (Fldext. Calend.), Fluidextract of Calendula,
N.F._--Calendula (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
_Tinctura Calendulae (Tr. Calend.), Tincture of Calendula,
N.F._--Calendula (20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per
cent.
=Calumba (Calumb.), Calumba, U.S.P.= (Columba, Columbo, Colombo).--A
root.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a simple bitter and stomachic.
It appears to have no advantage over other bitters, for
instance, gentian.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.); usually given in
the form of the tincture.
_Fluidextractum Calumbae (Fldext. Calumb.), Fluidextract of Calumba,
N.F._--Calumba (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Calumbae (Tr. Calumb.), Tincture of Calumba, U.S.P._--Calumba
(20%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.)
=*Calx (Calx), Calcium Oxide, U.S.P.= (Lime, Quicklime).--CaO.
Hard, white, odorless masses with a caustic taste, forming with
water calcium hydroxide, which is slightly soluble in water (1:84),
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: As liquor calcis (an aqueous solution
of calcium hydroxide), used as an antacid and mild alkali.
As milk of lime (a mixture of calcium hydroxide and
water), frequently used as a disinfectant.
_*Linimentum Calcis (Lin. Calc.), Lime Liniment, U.S.P._ (Carron
Oil).--Lime water (50%) and linseed oil.
USES: Topical application, used especially for burns.
_*Liquor Calcis (Liq. Calc.), Solution of Calcium Hydroxide, U.S.P._
(Lime Water).--Ca(OH){2} (not less than 0.14%).
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms.
=*Calx Chlorinata (Calx Chlorin.), Chlorinated Lime, U.S.P.= ("Chloride
of Lime").--A compound of calcium chloride and hypochlorite containing
not less than 30 per cent. of available chlorine.
A white or grayish-white powder having a chlorine-like odor and a
repulsive saline taste. Partially soluble in water or alcohol.
Decomposed by acids with liberation of chlorine.
ACTION AND USES: Disinfectant, especially for excreta.
Should be used liberally and left in contact for at least
one hour. Widely used for treating contaminated drinking
water.
=Cambogia (Cambog.), Gamboge, U.S.P.= (Pipe Gamboge).--A gum resin.
Odorless, grayish-orange-brown pieces or bright yellow powder, with
a very acrid taste. Not less than 65 per cent. soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: A powerful irritant hydragogue
cathartic; not often employed alone. Usually administered
in combination with other drugs.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.), in pills.
=*Camphora (Camph.), Camphor, U.S.P.=--A volatile solid obtained from
the camphor tree.
Tough, white, translucent masses with a pungent odor and taste.
Slightly soluble in water and freely soluble in alcohol,
chloroform, ether and fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Used hypodermically to stimulate the
circulation and respiration in collapse. Opinions are
divided as to its efficiency. Locally, applied as a mild
irritant and antiseptic.
DOSAGE: By mouth 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.).
Hypodermic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.), as 10 per
cent. solution in oil.
_*Aqua Camphorae (Aq. Camph.), Camphor Water, U.S.P._--A saturated
solution of camphor in water.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Ceratum Camphorae (Cerat. Camph.), Camphor Cerate, N.F._--Camphor (2%),
with cottonseed oil, white wax, white petrolatum and benzoinated lard.
_Emplastrum Fuscum Camphoratum (Emp. Fusc. Camph.), Camphorated Brown
Plaster, N.F._ (Camphorated Motherplaster).--Camphor (1%), red oxide of
lead, olive oil and yellow wax.
_*Linimentum Camphorae (Lin. Camph.), Camphor Liniment, U.S.P._
(Camphorated Oil).--Camphor (20%) in cottonseed oil.
USES: Mild counterirritant. Note: This preparation, as
found in drug stores, should never be used hypodermically.
_Mistura Camphora Acida._--See under =Opium=.
_Mistura Camphorae Aromatica._--See under =Oleum Lavandulae=.
_*Spiritus Camphorae (Sp. Camph.), Spirit of Camphor, U.S.P._--Camphor
(10%), in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Unguentum Camphorae (Ung. Camph.), Camphor Ointment, N.F._--Camphor
(22%) in white wax and lard.
_Unguentum Fuscum (Ung. Fusc.), Brown Ointment, N.F._ (Unguentum Matris,
Mother's Salve).--Camphorated brown plaster (50%) olive oil and prepared
suet.
=Camphora Monobromata (Camph. Monobrom.), Monobromated Camphor, U.S.P.=
Colorless crystals or white powder, with a mild camphoraceous odor
and taste. Freely soluble in alcohol (1:6.5); almost insoluble in
water.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly recommended as a sedative
and hypnotic but now seldom used. Value doubtful.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
=Canella (Canell.), Canella, N.F.=--A bark.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete aromatic bitter, without
advantage over gentian.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.)
=Cannabis (Cannab.), Cannabis, U.S.P.= (Cannabis Indica, U.S.P.
VIII).--Flowering tops of _Cannabis sativa_ (or var. _indica_).
ACTION AND USES: A narcotic poison, producing a mild
delirium. Used in sedative mixtures, but of doubtful value.
Also employed to color corn remedies.
_Extractum Cannabis (Ext. Cannab.), Extract of Cannabis,
U.S.P._--Assayed biologically by producing incoordination in dogs.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe extract of cannabis should specify the
biologically assayed preparation.
_Fluidextractum Cannabis (Fldext. Cannab.), Fluidextract of Cannabis,
U.S.P._--Cannabis (100%). Assayed biologically by producing
incoordination in dogs. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe fluidextract of cannabis should specify the
biologically assayed preparation.
_Tinctura Cannabis (Tr. Cannab.), Tincture of Cannabis, U.S.P._
(Tinctura Cannabis Indicae, U.S.P. VIII).--Cannabis (10%) in alcohol.
Assayed biologically by producing incoordination in dogs. Absolute
alcohol content about 90 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Cc. or 12 minims (U.S.P.). Those physicians
who prescribe tincture of cannabis should specify
the biologically assayed preparation.
=*Cantharis (Canthar.), Cantharides, U.S.P.= (Spanish Flies, Russian
Flies).--A beetle.
ACTION AND USES: Externally, rubefacient and vesicant.
Internally, genito-urinary irritant, often producing serious
nephritis. Its internal use is probably never justified.
_*Ceratum Cantharidis (Cerat. Canthar.), Cantharides Cerate, U.S.P._
(Blistering Cerate).--Cantharides (35%) with turpentine, glacial acetic
acid, yellow wax, rosin and benzoinated lard.
_Collodium Cantharidatum (Collod. Canth.), Cantharidal Collodion,
U.S.P._ (Blistering Collodion, Vesicating Collodion).--The glacial
acetic acid acetone extract from cantharides (60%) in flexible
collodion.
_Emplastrum Cantharidis (Emp. Canthar.), Cantharides Plaster,
U.S.P._--Cantharides cerate spread on rosin plaster. Each square
centimeter of spread plaster contains 0.1 Gm. of cantharides cerate.
USES: Convenient form for applying cantharides as a
vesicant. Requires from six to eight hours to produce a
blister. May produce poisoning by absorption through the
skin.
_*Tinctura Cantharidis (Tr. Canthar.), Tincture of Cantharides, U.S.P._
(Cantharidis Tinctura P.I.).--Cantharides (10%) in alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 90 per cent.
=*Capsicum (Capsic.), Capsicum, U.S.P.= (Cayenne Pepper, African
Chillies).--Fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative and rubefacient; also
stomachic, especially in alcoholic gastritis (as the tincture).
_Emplastrum Capsici (Emp. Capsic.), Capsicum Plaster, U.S.P._--Oleoresin
of capsicum spread on rubber plaster. Each 15 square cm. of spread
plaster contains 0.25 Gm. of oleoresin of capsicum.
_Oleoresina Capsici (Oleores. Capsic.), Oleoresin of Capsicum,
U.S.P._--Highly irritant.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Capsici (Tr. Capsic.), Tincture of Capsicum,
U.S.P._--Capsicum (10%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 88 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Capsici et Myrrhae (Tr. Capsic. et Myrrh.), Tincture of
Capsicum and Myrrh, N.F._ (Hot Drops, Thomsonian Number Six.)--Capsicum
(3%) and myrrh (12%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Caramel (Caram.), Caramel, N.F.= (Saccharum Ustum, Burnt Sugar
Coloring).
A dark brown, syrupy, somewhat bitter liquid. Soluble in water and
in diluted alcohol; insoluble in 80 per cent. alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used in pharmacy as a brown
coloring agent.
_Tinctura Caramellis, Tincture of Caramel, N.F._--Caramel in alcohol and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
=*Carbo Ligni (Carbo Lig.), Wood Charcoal, U.S.P.= (Charcoal).--Powdered
wood charcoal.
ACTION AND USES: Absorbent of gases and dissolved substances.
Used internally against digestive disorders and
vegetable poisons but of doubtful value. Locally employed
as a deodorant, for fetid ulcers, usually in the form of
a poultice.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains, in powder or suspension.
_Trochisci Carbonis Ligni (Troch. Carb. Lig.), Troches of Charcoal,
N.F._--Charcoal with tragacanth, sugar and vanillin.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.)
=*Cardamomi Semen (Cardam. Sem.), Cardamom Seed, U.S.P.= (Cardamomum,
U.S.P. VIII).
ACTION AND USES: Used as flavor and carminative. Frequently
added to purgatives, as in the compound extract
of colocynth, with the object of diminishing griping.
_*Tinctura Cardamomi (Tr. Cardam.), Tincture of Cardamom,
U.S.P._--Cardamom seed (15%) in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 46 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Cardamomi Composita (Tr. Cardamom. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Cardamom, U.S.P._--Cardamom seed, Saigon cinnamon, caraway and cochineal
in alcohol, glycerin and water. Absolute alcohol content about 46 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=Carminum (Carmin.), Carmine, N.F.=--From cochineal.
ACTION AND USES: Used in pharmacy as a red coloring
agent.
_Liquor Carmini (Liq. Carmin.), Solution of Carmine, N.F._--Carmine in
ammonia water, glycerin and water.
=Caro, Beef.=
_Extractum Carnis (Ext. Carnis), Extract of Beef, N.F._ (Beef
Extract).--Residue from evaporation of beef broth.
ACTION AND USES: Stimulant and flavor; not a nutrient
tonic, as was believed at one time. The "wines" are without
real value and can easily be misused as beverages.
_Vinum Carnis (Vin. Carn.), Wine of Beef, N.F._ (Beef and
Wine).--Extract of beef (3%) in water, syrup, alcohol, compound spirit
of orange and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Vinum Carnis et Ferri (Vin. Carn. et Ferr.), Wine of Beef and Iron,
N.F._ (Beef, Wine and Iron).--Extract of beef (3%), iron and ammonium
citrate, water, syrup, alcohol, compound spirit of orange and sherry
wine.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Carum (Carum), Caraway, U.S.P.= (Carawayseed).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative. Similar to
anise and fennel.
=*Caryophyllus (Caryoph.), Clove, U.S.P.= (Cloves).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative and counterirritant.
_Pulvis Aromaticus Rubefaciens (Pulv. Arom. Rubefac.), Rubefacient Spice
Powder, N.F._ (Replacing Emplastrum Aromaticum, N.F. III).--Clove,
Saigon cinnamon, ginger and capsicum.
=*Cascara Sagrada (Case. Sagr.), Cascara Sagrada, U.S.P.= (Rhamnus
Purshiana, U.S.P. VIII).--A bark.
ACTION AND USES: Laxative, acting mainly on the colon.
Widely used for habitual constipation. Has little tendency
to produce secondary constipation.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Cascarae Sagradae (Elix. Cascar. Sagr.), Elixir of Cascara
Sagrada, N.F._ (Elixir Rhamni Purshianae, N.F. III).--Aromatic
fluidextract of cascara sagrada (50%) and aromatic elixir. Absolute
alcohol content about 22 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Cascarae Sagradae Compositum (Elix. Cascar. Sagr. Co.), Compound
Elixir of Cascara Sagrada, N.F._ (Elixir Rhamni Purshianae Co., N.F.
III, Laxative Elixir).--Aromatic fluidextract of cascara sagrada
(12.5%), fluidextract of senna (7.5%), fluidextract of juglans (6.5%)
and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 24 per cent.
USES: Needlessly complicated laxative.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_*Extractum Cascarae Sagradae (Ext. Cascar. Sagr.), Extract of Cascara
Sagrada, U.S.P._ (Extractum Rhamni Purshianae, U.S.P. VIII, Powdered
Extract of Cascara Sagrada).--One Gm. extract represents 3 Gm. cascara
sagrada.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_*Fluidextractum Cascarae Sagradae (Fldext. Cascar. Sagr.), Fluidextract
of Cascara Sagrada, U.S.P._ (Fluidextractum Rhamni Purshianae, U.S.P.
VIII).--Cascara sagrada (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 20 per
cent. Bitter, unpleasant taste.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Fluidextractum Cascarae Sagradae Aromaticum (Fldext. Cascar. Sagr.
Arom.), Aromatic Fluidextract of Cascara Sagrada, U.S.P._
(Fluidextractum Rhamni Purshianae Aromaticum, U.S.P. VIII).--Sweetened
and flavored fluidextract. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Not so bitter, but less effective than the plain fluidextract.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidglyceratum Cascarae Sagradae (Fldglycer. Cascar. Sagr.),
Fluidglycerate of Cascara Sagrada, N.F._--Cascara sagrada (100%) in
water and glycerin.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Fluidglyceratum Cascarae Sagradae Aromaticum (Fldglycer. Cascar. Sagr.
Arom.), Aromatic Fluidglycerate of Cascara Sagrada, N.F._--Cascara
sagrada (75%) and fluidglycerate of glycyrrhiza (25%) with oils of
fennel, clove and cinnamon, in water and glycerin.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Cascarilla (Cascarill.), Cascarilla, N.F.= (Sweetwood Bark, Sweet
Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic bitter, without advantage
over gentian.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.)
=Cassia Fistula (Cass. Fist.), Cassia Fistula, N.F.= (Purging
Cassia).--Dried fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete laxative, without advantage
over senna.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.)
=Castanea (Castan.), Castanea, N.F.= (Chestnut Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Astringent; no definite indications
for its use.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Castaneae (Fldext. Castan.), Fluidextract of Chestnut
Leaves, N.F._--Chestnut leaves (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 15
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=CATAPLASMATA, POULTICES.=--Poultices are soft solid preparations used
for the purpose of applying heat and moisture to localized areas of the
body. Poultices may also be made the means of applying counterirritant
drugs.
=Cataria (Catar.), Catnep, N.F.= (Catmint).--Leaves and flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative, without advantage
over peppermint.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Catariae (Fldext. Catar.), Fluidextract of Catnep,
N.F._--Catnep (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 35 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Caulophyllum (Caulophyl.), Caulophyllum, N.F.= (Blue Cohosh, Papoose
Root, Squaw Root).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Said to be diuretic and emmenagogue;
has not been adequately studied.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Caulophylli (Fldext. Caulophyl.), Fluidextract of
Caulophyllum, N.F._--Caulophyllum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
=Centaurium (Centaur.), Centaury, N.F.=--Flowering plant.
ACTION AND USES: Bitter stomachic; without advantage
over gentian. Also used in "female remedies," but probably
useless.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
=*Cera Alba (Cer. Alb.), White Wax, U.S.P.=--Yellow wax bleached.
ACTION AND USES: Used in the preparation of emollient
ointments, and to raise the melting point of mixtures of
oils and fats.
_Ceratum (Cerat.), Cerate, U.S.P._ (Simple Cerate).--White wax (30%) and
benzoinated lard.
=*Cera Flava (Cer. Flav.), Yellow Wax, U.S.P.= (Beeswax).
ACTION AND USES: Used in the making of plasters and
of ointments in which the color is not objectionable.
=CERATAE, CERATES.=--Cerates are solid ointment-like preparations
containing wax to prevent them from becoming soft at ordinary room
temperature.
=Cerevisiae Fermentum Compressum (Cerev. Ferm. Compr.), Compressed
Yeast, N.F.=--The commercial compressed yeast.
ACTION AND USES: For use in making fermented milk
(Lac Fermentatum), which see under =Lac Vaccinum=.
=Cerii Oxalas (Cerii Oxal.), Cerium Oxalate, U.S.P.=--A mixture of the
oxalates of cerium, didymium, lanthanum, and other associated elements.
White or pinkish, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water,
alcohol and ether.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used for the treatment of
chronic vomiting but probably without value.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.), in powders,
cachets or capsules.
=Cetaceum (Cetac.), Spermaceti, U.S.P.=--A solid fat from the sperm
whale.
White, nearly odorless, unctuous masses, with a bland, mild taste.
Insoluble in water and nearly insoluble in cold alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a component of cerates and
cold creams.
=CHARTAE, PAPERS.=--Papers are pieces of unsized paper saturated with or
pieces of hard-surfaced papers coated with a medicinal substance.
=Chimaphila (Chimaph.), Chimaphila, N.F.= (Pipsissewa).--Leaves.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete; no definite indications for
its use. Has been described as "tonic, astringent, diuretic."
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Chimaphilae (Fldext. Chimaphil.), Fluidextract of
Chimaphila, N.F._--Chimaphila (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Chionanthus (Chionanth.), Chionanthus, N.F.= (Fringe Tree Bark).--Bark
of the root.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete; no definite indications for
its use. Formerly used by eclectics and homeopaths in
hepatic disorders and syphilis.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Chionanthi (Fldext. Chionanth.), Fluidextract of
Chionanthus, N.F._--Chionanthus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=Chirata (Chirat.), Chirata, N.F.= (Chiretta).--Plant.
ACTION AND USES: Bitter stomachic, similar to and without
advantage over gentian.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Chiratae (Fldext. Chirat.), Fluidextract of Chirata,
N.F._--Chirata (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Chloral Camphoratum (Chloral Camph.), Camphorated Chloral, N.F.=--Equal
parts of hydrated chloral and camphor.
An oily liquid with a camphoraceous odor.
ACTION AND USES: Local rubefacient and analgesic
=*Chloralum Hydratum (Chloral. Hydrat.), Hydrated Chloral, U.S.P.=
("Chloral," Chloral Hydrate).--CCl{3}.CHO + H{2}O.
Colorless, transparent crystals, with an aromatic, penetrating odor
and a bitterish, caustic taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.25) and
in alcohol (1:1.3).
ACTION AND USES: A reliable hypnotic in moderate
doses, inducing a condition closely resembling that of
normal sleep. Used for the relief of insomnia and nervousness,
and for the control of convulsions and spasms.
Should be used with special caution in cases of weakened
heart or blood vessels. Continued use is likely to produce
a habit.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
Decomposed by alkalies; should not be dispensed in liquids
containing both bromides and alcohol.
_Mistura Chloralis et Potassii Bromidi Composita (Mist. Chloral. et Pot.
Brom. Co.), Compound Mixture of Chloral and Potassium Bromide, N.F._
(Chloral and Bromide Compound).--Hydrated chloral (20%), potassium
bromide (20%), extract of hyoscyamus (0.2%) in water. The formula calls
for cannabis but this is filtered out.
USES: Similar in composition to the widely advertised
nostrum Bromidia and equally irrational and objectionable.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Chloroformum (Chlorof.), Chloroform, U.S.P.=--CHCl{3}.
A clear, colorless liquid, with an ethereal odor and a burning,
sweet taste. Slightly soluble (1:210) in water and miscible with
alcohol, ether, petroleum benzin or fixed or volatile oils.
Decomposed by alkalies.
ACTION AND USES: General anesthetic, administered by
inhalation. Locally, a penetrating and fairly powerful
irritant. Frequently used in the form of liniments. Taken
by mouth in small doses, carminative, anodyne and antiseptic.
Larger doses are anthelmintic but dangerous. A
direct cardiac depressant.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (U.S.P.), diluted.
_*Aqua Chloroformi (Aq. Chlorof.), Chloroform Water, U.S.P._--A
saturated solution of chloroform in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_*Linimentum Chloroformi (Lin. Chlorof.), Chloroform Liniment,
U.S.P._--A mixture of chloroform (30%) and soap liniment. Fairly active
counterirritant.
_Mistura Chloroformi et Morphinae Composita (Mist. Chlorof. et Morph.
Co.), Compound Mixture of Chloroform and Morphine, N.F._ (Mistura
Chloroformi et Cannabis Indicae Composita, N.F. III, Chloroform
Anodyne).--Morphine sulphate (0.25%), chloroform (12.5%), ether (3.25%),
tincture of cannabis (18.5%), tincture of capsicum, oil of peppermint,
glycerin, water and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
USES: An evident imitation of the nostrum sold as
chloranodyne, and equally irrational and objectionable.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Petroxolinum Chloroformi Camphoratum (Petrox. Chlorof. Camph.),
Camphorated Chloroform Petroxolin, N.F._ (Camphor and Chloroform
Petrox).--Chloroform (25%), camphor (25%) and liquid petroxolin.
_*Spiritus Chloroformi (Sp. Chlorof.), Spirit of Chloroform,
U.S.P._--Chloroform (6%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Chlorum, Chlorine.=--Cl.
_Liquor Chlori Compositus (Liq. Chlor. Co.), Compound Solution of
Chlorine, N.F._ (Chlorine Water).--A solution containing chlorine,
oxides of chlorine and hydrochloric acid made by treating potassium
chlorate with hydrochloric acid and dissolving the gases produced in
water.
USES: Antiseptic.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Chondrus (Chondrus), Chondrus, U.S.P.= (Irish Moss,
Carrageen).--Plant.
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent and lubricant, possessing
no advantages over other gums, acacia, for instance.
_Gelatinum Chondri (Gelat. Chondr.), Chondrus Gelatin, N.F._ (Irish Moss
Gelatin).--Obtained by extraction with hot water and evaporation to
semifluid consistency.
_Mucilago Chondri (Mucil. Chondr.), Mucilage of Chondrus, N.F._
(Mucilage of Irish Moss).--Chondrus (3%) in water.
=*Chromii Trioxidum (Chrom. Triox.), Chromium Trioxide, U.S.P.=
("Chromic Acid," Chromic Anhydride).--CrO{3}.
Dark purplish-red, odorless, deliquescent crystals. Very soluble in
water (1:0.6). Decomposes, sometimes with dangerous violence, when
brought into contact with organic solvents like alcohol and
glycerin. Incompatible with most organic substances.
ACTION AND USES: A powerful oxidizing agent and
caustic. Its action is somewhat difficult to control.
=*Chrysarobinum (Chrysarob.), Chrysarobin, U.S.P.=--Neutral principles
from Goa powder.
Brownish to orange-yellow, tasteless, odorless powder, irritating
to the mucous membrane. Slightly soluble in alcohol (1:385),
soluble in chloroform (1:12.5) and very slightly soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic and antiparasitic; a powerful
irritant to the skin, used chiefly in the treatment of
psoriasis, trichophytosis and alopecia areata.
_*Unguentum Chrysarobini (Ung. Chrysarobin.), Chrysarobin Ointment,
U.S.P._--Chrysarobin (6%) in benzoinated lard.
=Cimicifuga (Cimicif.), Cimicifuga, U.S.P.= (Black Snake-root, Black
Cohosh, Macrotys).--A rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: One of the class of "domestic medicines"
that were tried for a great variety of conditions
(used as "stomachic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, diaphoretic,
diuretic and expectorant"), but which have not been
found to possess definite value.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Cimicifugae (Ext. Cimicif.), Extract of Cimicifuga, U.S.P._
(Powdered Extract of Cimicifuga).--One Gm. extract represents 4 Gm.
cimicifuga.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Cimicifuga (Fldext. Cimicif.), Fluidextract of
Cimicifuga, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Black Cohosh, Fluidextract of Black
Snakeroot).--Cimicifuga (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Cimicifugae Compositus (Syr. Cimicif. Co.), Compound Syrup of
Cimicifuga, N.F._ (Syrupus Actaeae Compositus, N.F. III, Compound Syrup
of Actaea).--Fluidextract of cimicifuga (4%), fluidextract of senega
(2%), fluidextract of ipecac (1%), fluidextract of glycyrrhiza, wild
cherry, sugar and water. Absolute alcohol content about 5 per cent.
USES: Complex expectorant.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Tinctura Cimicifugae (Tr. Cimicif.), Tincture of Cimicifuga,
N.F._--Cimicifuga (20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Cinchona (Cinch.), Cinchona, U.S.P.= (Yellow Cinchona, Calisaya Bark,
Yellow Peruvian Bark).--Yields not less than 5 per cent. of alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent bitter tonic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum and Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et
Hypophosphitum._--See under =Quininae Sulphas=.
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Ferri._--See under =Ferri Phosphas=.
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri, Bismuthi et Strychninae and
Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Strychninae._--See under
=Strychninae Sulphas=.
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Bismuthi._--See under =Bismuthi
et Sodii Tartras=.
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Calcii Lactophosphatis._--See
under =Calcii Lactophosphas=.
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Pepsini._--See under
=Pepsinum=.
_Extractum Cinchonae (Ext. Cinchon.), Extract of Cinchona, N.F._--A
hydroalcoholic extract diluted with glucose, yielding about 24 per cent.
of cinchona alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Cinchonae (Fldext. Cinchon.), Fluidextract of Cinchona,
U.S.P._--Cinchona (100%) yielding about 4.5 per cent. of alkaloids.
Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Cinchonae Aquosum (Fldext. Cinchon. Aq.), Aqueous
Fluidextract of Cinchona, N.F._--Cinchona (100%), yielding about 5 per
cent. of alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 12 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Infusum Cinchonae (Inf. Cinchon.), Infusion of Cinchona,
N.F._--Cinchona (6%), aromatic sulphuric acid (1%) and water.
DOSAGE: 50 Cc. or 12 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Cinchonae (Tr. Cinch.), Tincture of Cinchona,
U.S.P._--Cinchona (20%), yielding about 0.9 per cent. of alkaloids; in
alcohol, glycerin and water. Absolute alcohol content about 63 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=Cinchona Rubra (Cinch. Rub.), Red Cinchona, U.S.P.= (Red Peruvian
Bark).--Yields not less than 5 per cent. of alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Identical with those of cinchona.
Used as ingredient of the compound tincture of cinchona.
_*Tinctura Cinchonae Composita (Tr. Cinch. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Cinchona, U.S.P._--Red cinchona (10%), yielding about 0.45 per cent. of
cinchona alkaloids, serpentaria (2%) and bitter orange peel, in
glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 64 per cent.
USES: Aromatic astringent bitter, of high alcoholic
content; superfluous.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=Cinchonidinae Sulphas (Cinchonid. Sulph.), Cinchonidine Sulphate,
U.S.P.=--The sulphate of the alkaloid cinchonidine, obtained from
cinchona bark.
White, glistening, odorless needles with a very bitter taste.
Soluble in water (1:65) and in alcohol (1:90).
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as a cheap substitute
for quinine sulphate, over which it possesses no advantage,
being less efficient and more convulsant.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
=Cinchoninae Sulphas (Cinchonin. Sulph.), Cinchonine Sulphate,
U.S.P.=--The sulphate of the alkaloid cinchonine, obtained from cinchona
bark.
White, lustrous, odorless crystals with a very bitter taste.
Soluble in water (1:60) and in alcohol (1:12.5).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of cinchonidine
sulphate.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Cinnamomum Saigonicum (Cinnam. Saigon.), Saigon Cinnamon, U.S.P.=--A
bark.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative, antiseptic, somewhat
astringent, occasionally administered in diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), in powder.
_Fluidextractum Aromaticum (Fldext. Aromat.), Aromatic Fluidextract,
U.S.P._--Aromatic powder (100%), extracted with alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Aromaticus (Pulv. Arom.), Aromatic Powder, U.S.P._--Saigon
cinnamon, Jamaica ginger, cardamom seed and nutmeg.
USES: Carminative.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Cretae Aromaticus (Pulv. Cret. Arom.), Aromatic Powder of Chalk,
N.F._--Saigon cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, cardamom seed, prepared chalk and
sugar.
USES: Antidiarrheic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Cinnamomi (Syr. Cinnam.), Syrup of Cinnamon, N.F._--Saigon
cinnamon, alcohol and syrup.
USES: Flavoring vehicle.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Tinctura Aromatica (Tr. Arom.), Aromatic Tincture, N.F._--Saigon
cinnamon, Jamaica ginger, galangal, clove, cardamom seed, extracted with
a mixture of alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 63 per
cent.
USES: Aromatic carminative, complex and without special
advantage over other carminatives, as, for instance,
tincture of cardamom.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Cinnamomi (Tr. Cinnam.), Tincture of Cinnamon, U.S.P._--Saigon
cinnamon in alcohol, glycerin and water. Absolute alcohol content about
63 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnam. Zeylan.), Ceylon Cinnamon, U.S.P.=--A
bark.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of Saigon cinnamon.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.)
=*Cocaina (Cocain.), Cocaine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from coca
leaves.
Large colorless prisms or a white powder; odorless. Slightly
soluble in water (1:600) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:6.5) and
in chloroform (1:0.7).
ACTION AND USES: A local anesthetic, paralyzing the
peripheral sensory nerves and also contracting the blood
vessels. Acute systemic poisoning is often caused by its
local use on mucous membranes. Stimulant to the central
nervous system, but such use is inadvisable because of
danger of habit-formation.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.).
_Oleatum Cocainae (Oleat. Cocain.), Oleate of Cocaine, N.F._--Cocaine
(5%) in alcohol, oleic acid and olive oil.
=*Cocainae Hydrochloridum (Cocain. Hydrochl.), Cocaine Hydrochloride,
U.S.P.= (Cocaine Chloride, Cocainum Hydrochloricum, P.I.).
Colorless crystals, flaky leaflets or a white powder; odorless.
Freely soluble in water (1:0.4) and in alcohol (1:3.2), and soluble
in chloroform (1:12.5). Incompatible with borax, mercuric chloride,
alkalies and alkali carbonates, phenol, tannic acid, mercuric
oxide, and soluble silver salts.
ACTION AND USES: Local anesthetic.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.). For local anesthesia in 0.2
to 1.0 per cent. solution when used hypodermatically, and in 1 to 4
per cent. solution when applied to mucous membranes.
=Cocculus Indicus (Coccul. Ind.), Cocculus Indicus, N.F.= (Fish Berry,
Indian Berry).--A fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Source of picrotoxin. An alcoholic
extract has been used for destroying pediculi.
_Tinctura Cocculi Indici (Tr. Coccul. Ind.), Tincture of Cocculus
Indicus, N.F._--Cocculus indicus (10%) in diluted alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 45 per cent.
=Coccus (Coccus), Cochineal, U.S.P.=--A dried insect.
ACTION AND USES: Coloring agent.
_Liquor Cocci (Liq. Cocci), Cochineal Color, N.F._--A
glycerin-alcohol-water solution of cochineal.
=Cocillana (Cocillan.), Cocillana, N.F.=--A bark.
ACTION AND USES: Nauseant expectorant, similar to but
without advantage over ipecac. The proprietary syrup
contains heroin.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Cocillanae (Fldext. Cocillan.), Fluidextract of
Cocillana, N.F._--Cocillana (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60
per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=*Codeina (Codein.), Codeine, U.S.P.= (Methylmorphine).--An alkaloid
obtained from opium, or prepared from morphine by methylation.
Colorless, translucent prisms or a white powder; odorless. Slightly
soluble in water (1:120) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:2) and in
chloroform (1:0.5).
ACTION AND USES: Analgesic, hypnotic and sedative. It
is perhaps the best modification of morphine for use in
coughs. As compared with morphine it is less constipating
and less apt to induce a drug habit. The phosphate and
sulphate are preferred for hypodermic use.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Codeinae (Elix. Terpin. Hyd. et Codein.),
Elixir of Terpin Hydrate and Codeine, N.F._--Codeine (0.2%) and elixir
of terpin hydrate. Absolute alcohol content about 42 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.). This dose contains
about 0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain of codeine, and about
0.07 Gm. or 1-1/6 grains of terpin hydrate.
=*Codeinae Phosphas (Codein. Phos.), Codeine Phosphate, U.S.P.=
White, odorless, efflorescent powder. Freely soluble in water
(1:2.3) and slightly soluble in alcohol (1:325).
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of codeine; preferred
for hypodermic use.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
=*Codeinae Sulphas (Codein. Sulph.), Codeine Sulphate, U.S.P.=
White, odorless, efflorescent crystals or powder. Soluble in water
(1:30) and very slightly soluble in alcohol (1:1280).
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of codeine. Preferred
for hypodermic injections.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Codeinae (Syr. Codein.), Syrup of Codeine, N.F._--Codeine
sulphate (0.2%) and syrup.
USES: Superfluous.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Coffea Tosta (Coff. Tost.), Coffee, N.F.= (Roasted Coffee).
ACTION AND USES: Beverage and flavor.
_Fluidextractum Coffeae (Fldext. Coff.), Fluidextract of Coffee, N.F._
(Fluidextractum Coffeae Tostae, N.F. III).--Coffee (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Colchici Cormus (Colch. Corm.), Colchicum Corm, U.S.P.= (Colchicum
Root).--Yields not less than 0.35 per cent. of colchicine.
ACTION AND USES: Said to be antineuralgic and analgesic;
frequently used in the treatment of acute gouty
attacks and to some extent to ward off such attacks. Full
doses produce watery stools and abdominal pains.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), in pills; or
preferably as the tincture.
_Extractum Colchici Cormi (Ext. Colch. Corm.), Extract of Colchicum
Corm, U.S.P._ (Powdered Extract of Colchicum Corm).--One Gm. extract
represents 4 Gm. colchicum corm and yields about 1.4 per cent. of
colchicine.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Colchici Cormi (Fldext. Colch. Corm.), Fluidextract of
Colchicum Corm, N.F._--Colchicum corm (100%), yielding about 0.35 per
cent. of colchicine. Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.).
_Vinum Colchici Cormi (Vin. Colchic. Corm.), Wine of Colchicum Corm,
N.F._--Colchicum corm (40%) yielding about 0.14 per cent. of colchicine,
in alcohol and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 30 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
=*Colchici Semen (Colch. Sem.), Colchicum Seed, U.S.P.= (Colchici Semen
P.I.).--Yields not less than 0.45 per cent. of colchicine.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of colchicum corm.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Colchici Seminis (Fldext. Colch. Sem.), Fluidextract of
Colchicum Seed, U.S.P._--Colchicum seed (100%), yielding about 0.4 per
cent. of colchicine. Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Colchici Seminis (Tr. Colch. Sem.), Tincture of Colchicum
Seed, U.S.P._ (Colchici Tinctura P.I.).--Colchicum seed (10%), yielding
about 0.04 per cent. of colchicine; in alcohol and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 56 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Vinum Colchici Seminis (Vin. Colch. Sem.), Wine of Colchicum Seed,
N.F._--Fluidextract of colchicum seed (10%), yielding about 0.04 per
cent. of colchicine; in alcohol and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol
content about 35 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Colchicina (Colchicina), Colchicine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from
colchicum.
Pale yellow, odorless scales or powder. Freely soluble in alcohol,
soluble in water (1:22) and slightly soluble in ether (1:220).
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of colchicum corm.
DOSAGE: 0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain.
=COLLODIA, COLLODIONS.=--Collodions are solutions of pyroxylin or
soluble gun cotton with medicinal agents, for external application. For
the official collodions see under the names of the principal
ingredients. In particular, for Collodium, see under =Pyroxylin=; for
Collodium Flexible, under =Oleum Ricini=; and for Collodium Stypticum,
under =Acidum Tannicum=.
=*Colocynthis (Colocyn.), Colocynth, U.S.P.= (Colocynth Pulp, Bitter
Apple, Colocynth Apple).
ACTION AND USES: A powerful irritant hydragogue
cathartic. Because of its drastic nature it is rarely used
alone. The various compound pills listed below are needlessly
complex and therefore irrational. Because of their
irritant character, they are especially unsuited for continued
use.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain.
_*Extractum Colocynthidis (Ext. Colocynth.), Extract of Colocynth,
U.S.P._ (Powdered Extract of Colocynth).--One Gm. of extract represents
4 Gm. of colocynth.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Extractum Colocynthidis Compositum (Ext. Colocynth. Co.), Compound
Extract of Colocynth, U.S.P._ (Powdered Compound Extract of
Colocynth).--Extract of colocynth (16%), aloes (50%), resin of scammony
(14%), cardamom seed and soap.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Catharticae Compositae (Pil. Cathart. Co.), Compound Cathartic
Pills, U.S.P._--Each pill contains compound extract of colocynth (0.08
Gm. or 1-1/3 grains), mild mercurous chloride (0.06 Gm. or 1 grain),
resin of jalap (0.02 Gm. or 1/3 grain) and gamboge (0.015 Gm. or 1/4
grain).
DOSAGE: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Catharticae Vegetabiles (Pil. Cathart. Veget.), Vegetable
Cathartic Pills, N.F._--Each pill contains compound extract of colocynth
(0.06 Gm. or 1 grain), extract of hyoscyamus (0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain),
resin of jalap (0.02 Gm. or 1/3 grain), extract of leptandra and resin
of podophyllum (each 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain) with oil of peppermint.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (N.F.).
_Pilulae Colocynthidis Compositae (Pil. Colocynth. Co.), Compound Pills
of Colocynth, N.F._ (Pilulae Cocciae, Cochia Pills).--Each pill contains
extract of colocynth (0.011 Gm. or 1/6 grain), aloes and resin of
scammony (each 0.13 Gm. or 2 grains), with oil of clove.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Colocynthidis et Hyoscyami (Pil. Colocynth. et Hyoscy.), Pills
of Colocynth and Hyoscyamus, N.F._--Each pill contains extract of
colocynth (0.0065 Gm. or 1/10 grain), aloes, resin of scammony and
extract of hyoscyamus (each 0.097 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains) and oil of clove.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Colocynthidis et Podophylli (Pil. Colocynth. et Podoph.), Pills
of Colocynth and Podophyllum, N.F._--Each pill contains compound extract
of colocynth (0.162 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains) and resin of podophyllum (0.016
Gm. or 1/4 grain) with syrup.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Laxativae Post Partum (Pil. Lax. Post Part.), Post Partum
Laxative Pills, N.F._ (Barker's Post Partum Pills).--Each pill contains
compound extract of colocynth (0.11 Gm. or 1-2/3 grains), Socotrine
aloes (0.055 Gm. or 7/8 grain), extract of nux vomica (0.025 Gm. or 2/5
grain), resin of podophyllum and ipecac (each 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain)
and extract of hyoscyamus (0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain).
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.)
=Condurango (Conduran.), Condurango, N.F.=--A bark.
ACTION AND USES: Bitter stomachic, introduced especially
for cancer cachexia, but without advantage over
gentian.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Condurango (Fldext. Condurango), Fluidextract of
Condurango, N.F._--Condurango (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=CONFECTIONES, CONFECTIONS= (Conserves, Electuaries).--Soft, pasty
solids consisting of active drugs mixed with sugar and honey.
=Conium (Conium), Conium, N.F.= (Poison Hemlock, _Conium
maculatum_).--Unripe fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Source of coniine. Depresses the
motor system, but has no definite therapeutic indication.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
_Extractum Conii (Ext. Conii), Extract of Conium, N.F._--A
hydro-alcoholic extract diluted with glucose, yielding about 2 per cent.
of coniine.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Conii (Fldext. Conii), Fluidextract of Conium,
N.F._--Conium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.).
=Convallariae Flores (Convallar. Flor.), Convallaria Flowers, N.F.=
(Lily-of-the-Valley Flowers).
ACTION AND USES: Believed to act as a cardiac tonic,
similar to digitalis, but unreliable.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Convallariae Florum (Fldext. Conval. Flor.),
Fluidextract of Convallaria Flowers, N.F._ (Fluidextractum Convallariae,
N.F. III).--Convallaria flowers (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
=Convallariae Radix (Convallar. Rad.), Convallaria Root, N.F.=
(Lily-of-the-Valley Root).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Same as the flowers.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Convallariae Radicis (Fldext. Conval. Rad.),
Fluidextract of Convallaria Root, N.F._--Convallaria root (100%).
Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
=*Copaiba (Copaib.), Copaiba, U.S.P.= (Balsam of Copaiba, Copaiva).--An
oleoresin.
Pale yellow or brownish-yellow, viscid liquid, with an aromatic
odor and a persistent, bitter, acrid taste. Insoluble in water and
partly soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: A mild but disagreeable irritant and
diuretic. Used especially in the treatment of gonorrhea,
but of doubtful efficiency. The copaiba mixtures as listed
below were formerly widely used, but are disagreeable,
irrational and usually inefficient.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Massa Copaibae (Mass. Copaib.), Mass of Copaiba, N.F._ (Solidified
Copaiba).--Copaiba solidified by combination with magnesium oxide.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Mistura Copaibae (Mist. Copaib.), Copaiba Mixture, N.F._ (Lafayette
Mixture).--Copaiba (12.5%), spirit of nitrous ether (12.5%), compound
tincture of lavender, solution of potassium hydroxide in syrup and
mucilage of acacia. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Mistura Copaibae et Opii (Mist. Copaib. et Opii), Mixture of Copaiba
and Opium, N.F._ (Chapman's Mixture).--Copaiba (25%), tincture of opium
(3.2%), spirit of nitrous ether (25%), and compound tincture of lavender
in mucilage of acacia and water. Absolute alcohol content about 29 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Coptis (Coptis), Coptis, N.F.= (Goldthread).--Plant.
ACTION AND USES: Bitter stomachic, possessing no
advantage over gentian.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Coptis (Fldext. Copt.), Fluidextract of Coptis,
N.F._--Coptis (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=CORDIALES, CORDIALS.=--Cordials are sweetened alcoholic liquids
=Coriandrum (Coriand.), Coriander, U.S.P.= (Coriander Seeds).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic and carminative
=Cornus (Corn.), Cornus, N.F.= (Dogwood Bark).--Bark of the root.
ACTION AND USES: Without definite indications for its
use; practically obsolete.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Corni (Fldext. Corni), Fluidextract of Cornus,
N.F._--Cornus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 35 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=Corydalis (Coryd.), Corydalis, N.F.= (Turkey Corn, Squirrel
Corn).--Tubers.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly exploited as antiluetic, but
useless and therefore harmful.
DOSAGE: 0.65 Gm. or 10 grains (N.F.).
_Elixir Corydalis Compositum (Elix. Coryd. Co.), Compound Elixir of
Corydalis, N.F._--Fluidextract of corydalis, (6%), fluidextract of
stillingia (6%), fluidextract of xanthoxylum (3%), fluidextract of blue
flag (9%), potassium iodide (5%), alcohol and aromatic elixir. Absolute
alcohol content about 40 per cent.
ACTION AND USES: An irrational and harmful "alterative."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Corydalis (Fldext. Corydal.), Fluidextract of Corydalis,
N.F._--Corydalis (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.65 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.)
=Cotarninae Hydrochloridum (Cotarn. Hydrochl.), Cotarnine Hydrochloride,
U.S.P.= (Cotarnine Chloride; Stypticin).
Yellow, odorless powder. Freely soluble in water and alcohol,
yielding yellow solutions.
ACTION AND USES: Used to check functional uterine
hemorrhage. The mechanism of its action has not been
explained, and its efficiency is somewhat questionable.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.)
=Coumarinum (Coumar.), Coumarin, N.F.=
Colorless, fragrant crystals, with a bitter, burning taste.
Sparingly soluble in cold water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Perfume and flavor
=Creosoti Carbonas (Creosot. Carb.), Creosote Carbonate, U.S.P.=--A
mixture of the carbonates of various constituents of creosote, chiefly
guaiacol and cresol.
An almost colorless, almost tasteless, odorless viscid liquid.
Insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol and miscible with
chloroform and benzin.
ACTION AND USES: Passes stomach unchanged; hence is
not a gastric irritant; decomposed in the intestines; used
as an intestinal antiseptic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=*Creosotum (Creosot.), Creosote, U.S.P.= (Creasote).--A mixture chiefly
of guaiacol and cresol, obtained from wood-tar.
An almost colorless, oily liquid, with a penetrating, smoky odor,
and a burning, caustic taste. Slightly soluble in water, and
miscible with alcohol, ether or fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic; formerly widely used as
an intestinal antiseptic and externally to some extent as
an antiseptic dressing.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Cc. or 4 minims (U.S.P.), in capsules.
_Aqua Creosoti (Aq. Creosot.), Creosote Water, U.S.P._--Creosote (1%) in
water.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Petroxolinum Creosoti (Petrox. Creosot.), Creosote Petroxolin, N.F._
(Creosote Petrox).--Creosote (20%), oleic acid and liquid petroxolin.
=*Cresol (Cresol), Cresol, U.S.P.=--A mixture of isomeric cresols,
C{6}H{4}(CH{3})OH. Obtained from coal tar.
Colorless, yellowish or brownish liquid, darkening with age and
exposure to light, and having a phenol-like odor. Soluble in water
(1:50), usually forming a cloudy solution, and miscible with
alcohol, ether, petroleum benzin or glycerin.
ACTION AND USES: Action similar to phenol. Used as
a disinfectant and antiseptic. Approximately four times as
germicidal as phenol, and no more toxic.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).
_*Liquor Cresolis Compositus (Liq. Cresol. Co.), Compound Solution of
Cresol, U.S.P._--Cresol (50%) with a potassium soap solution.
=Creta Praeparata (Cret. Praep.), Prepared Chalk, U.S.P.= (Drop
Chalk).--A native calcium carbonate.
White, amorphous, odorless, tasteless powder. Almost insoluble in
water, insoluble in alcohol. Decomposed and dissolved by dilute
acids.
ACTION AND USES: Used internally as a mild alkali, as
antacid and against diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.) as a powder or
in suspension.
_Mistura Cretae (Mist. Cret.), Chalk Mixture, U.S.P._--Compound chalk
powder (20%) with cinnamon water and water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Cretae Aromaticus._--See under =Cinnamomum Saigonicum.=
_Pulvis Cretae Compositus (Pulv. Cret. Co.), Compound Chalk Powder,
U.S.P._--Prepared chalk (30%), with acacia and sugar.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.)
=Crocus (Croc.), Crocus, N.F.= (Saffron).--Stigmas of the flowers.
ACTION AND USES: Yellow coloring agent without definite
therapeutic indications. Has been used as "stimulant
and antispasmodic."
_Tinctura Croci (Tr. Croc.), Tincture of Saffron, N.F._--Saffron (10%)
in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
=Cubeba (Cubeb.), Cubeb, U.S.P.= (Cubebs).--Fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly much used internally as
antiseptic, diuretic and as a stimulant to the genito-urinary
membranes; also to some extent as a stimulating
expectorant. Probably of little value.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.). The oleoresin
is preferred.
_Fluidextractum Cubebae (Fldext. Cubeb.), Fluidextract of Cubeb,
N.F._--Cubeb (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Oleoresina Cubebae (Oleores. Cubeb.), Oleoresin of Cubeb, U.S.P._
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Cubebae (Tr. Cubeb.), Tincture of Cubeb, N.F._--Cubeb (20%) in
alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Trochisci Cubebae (Troch. Cubeb.), Troches of Cubeb, U.S.P._--Each
troche contains oleoresin of cubeb (0.02 Gm.) with oil of sassafras,
extract of glycyrrhiza and acacia, flavored with syrup of tolu.
=*Cupri Sulphas (Cupr. Sulph.), Copper Sulphate, U.S.P.= (Cupric
Sulphate).--CuSO{4} + 5H{2}O.
Blue, odorless crystals or powder with a metallic taste. Freely
soluble in water (1:2.5), and slightly soluble in alcohol (1:500).
ACTION AND USES: Astringent and in strong solutions
corrosive. In large doses a gastric and intestinal irritant
producing violent vomiting and purging. Considered one of
the best antidotes in phosphorus poisoning.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Mistura Adstringens (Mist. Adstring.), Astringent Mixture, N.F._
(Mistura Adstringens et Escharotica, N.F. III, Villate's Mixture).--A
needlessly complex mixture containing the acetates and sulphates of
copper and zinc in dilute acetic acid solution with lead sulphate in
suspension.
=Cypripedium (Cypriped.), Cypripedium, N.F.= (Lady Slipper
Root).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: No definite indications for its use.
Has been described as "tonic, stimulant and diaphoretic."
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Cypripedii (Fldext. Cypriped.), Fluidextract of
Cypripedium, N.F._--Cypripedium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Damiana (Damiana), Damiana, N.F.= (Turnera).--Leaves.
ACTION AND USES: Ingredient of "lost manhood" nostrums;
mildly irritant, but otherwise probably inert.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Damianae (Fldext. Damian.), Fluidextract of Damiana,
N.F._ (Fluidextractum Turnerae, N.F. III).--Damiana (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=DECOCTA, DECOCTIONS.=--Aqueous preparations made by boiling drugs in
water and straining. They must be freshly made from the drugs.
=Delphinium (Delphin.), Larkspur Seed, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Preparations are used externally to
destroy pediculi of the hair and of the pubic region.
_Tinctura Delphinii (Tr. Delphin.), Tincture of Larkspur,
N.F._--Larkspur seed (10%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90
per cent.
=Dextrinum Album (Dext. Alb.), White Dextrin, N.F.=--A variable mixture
of soluble carbohydrates with unconverted starch.
White, odorless powder, with a sweetish taste. Partly soluble in
cold water; completely soluble in three parts of water on boiling.
ACTION AND USES: Substitute for acacia and other gums.
_Pasta Dextrinata (Past. Dextrin.), Dextrinated Paste, N.F._--White
dextrin (33%) in glycerin (33%) and water.
USES: Basis for dermatologic pastes
=Diacetylmorphina (Diacetylmorph.), Diacetylmorphine, U.S.P.=
(Acetomorphine, Heroin).--An alkaloid prepared from morphine by
acetylization.
White, odorless powder. Very slightly soluble in water (1:1700) and
soluble in alcohol (1:31) and in chloroform (1:1.4).
ACTION AND USES: Used as a respiratory sedative to
relieve cough. With few exceptions, generally contraindicated
in pulmonary tuberculosis. Like morphine, but
more toxic and less valuable for the relief of pain. Is
habit-forming. See =Morphina=.
DOSAGE: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 gr. (U.S.P.).
=Diacetylmorphinae Hydrochloridum (Diacetylmorph. Hydrochl.),
Diacetylmorphine Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Diacetylmorphine Chloride;
Heroin Hydrochloride).
White, odorless, bitter powder. Freely soluble (1:2) in water and
soluble in alcohol (1:11).
DOSAGE: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Diacetylmorphinae (Elix. Terpin. Hyd. et
Diacetylmorph.), Elixir of Terpin Hydrate and Diacetylmorphine, N.F._
(Elixir Terpini Hydratis cum Heroina N.F. III).--Diacetylmorphine
hydrochloride (0.027%) and elixir of terpin hydrate. Absolute alcohol
content about 42 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.). This dose contains
about 0.001 Gm. or 1/60 grain of diacetylmorphine
hydrochloride, and about 0.07 Gm. or 1-1/6 grains of terpin
hydrate.
=Diastasum (Diastasum), Diastase, U.S.P.=--A mixture containing
amylolytic enzymes from malt.
Yellowish-white, odorless, tasteless powder or scales. Soluble in
water; almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: May be mixed with starchy foods to
assist their conversion into sugar.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Digitalis (Digit.), Digitalis, U.S.P.= (Foxglove, Digitalis Leaves,
Digitalis Folium P.I.).
ACTION AND USES: Direct cardiac stimulant and diuretic.
Used in cardiac decompensation. Most effective when the
heart action is rapid and very irregular (auricular fibrillation).
Effective in the treatment of edema only when
the latter is due to impaired circulation. Very likely to
cause disturbance of gastro-intestinal tract.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.). Physicians
are advised to specify preparations which have been biologically
assayed.
_Fluidextractum Digitalis (Fldext. Digital.), Fluidextract of Digitalis,
U.S.P._--Digitalis (100%). May be biologically assayed by producing
death in the frog. Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).--Physicians
should specify the biologically assayed fluidextract.
_*Infusum Digitalis (Inf. Digit.), Infusion of Digitalis,
U.S.P._--Digitalis (1.5%), cinnamon water and water. This is an
effective form of digitalis, but has no advantage over tinctures of
proper potency, and is not so conveniently standardized.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Digitalis, Scillae et Hydrargyri (Pil. Digit. Scill. et
Hydrarg.), Pills of Digitalis, Squill and Mercury, N.F._ (Niemeyer Pills
for Dropsy, Guy's Pills).--Each pill contains digitalis, squill and mass
of mercury (each 0.065 gm. or 1 grain) with clarified honey.
USES: Popular but needlessly complex cardiac diuretic.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Digitalis (Tr. Digit.), Tincture of Digitalis, U.S.P._
(Digitalis Tinctura P.I.).--Digitalis (10%) in alcohol and water. May be
biologically assayed by producing death in frogs. Absolute alcohol
content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians
should specify the biologically assayed tincture.
=Dioscorea (Dioscor.), Dioscorea, N.F.= (Wild Yam Root, Colic
Root).--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: No established indications for its use;
formerly used in the treatment of "abdominal irritation."
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Dioscoreae (Fldext. Dioscor.), Fluidextract of
Dioscorea, N.F._--Dioscorea (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Drosera (Droser.), Drosera, N.F.= (Sundew).--Flowering plant.
ACTION AND USES: No established indications for its
use (formerly used in respiratory diseases).
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Droserae (Fldext. Droser.), Fluidextract of Drosera,
N.F._--Drosera (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Dulcamara (Dulcam.), Bittersweet, N.F.=--Stems and branches.
ACTION AND USES: No established indications for its
use. Formerly used as "alterative."
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Dulcamarae (Fldext. Dulcam.), Fluidextract of
Bittersweet, N.F._--Bittersweet (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. of fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Echinacea (Echin.), Echinacea, N.F.=--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: The claims for this drug as an
"alterative" and antisyphilitic are extravagant and unwarranted.
There are no established indications for its use.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Echinaceae (Fldext. Echin.), Fluidextract of Echinacea,
N.F._--Echinacea (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=*Elaterinum (Elaterin.), Elaterin, U.S.P.=--A neutral principle
obtained from the squirting cucumber. The commercial product is variable
and may at times be practically inert.
White, odorless powder, with a slightly acrid, bitter taste.
Insoluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol (1:325).
ACTION AND USES: One of the most powerful and
irritant of hydragogue cathartics, causing profuse watery
evacuations.
DOSAGE: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain.
_Trituratio Elaterini (Trit. Elaterin.), Trituration of Elaterin,
U.S.P._--Elaterin (10%).
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
=ELIXIRIA, ELIXIRS.=--Elixirs are sweetened, aromatic, alcoholic liquids
similar to cordials. In the administration of an elixir, the effects due
to its alcohol content should be borne in mind. The statements of
alcohol content of elixirs in this volume refer to percentage of
absolute alcohol by volume.
For the various elixirs, see under the names of the principal
constituents. For Elixir Aromaticum, Elixir Aromaticum Rubrum and Elixir
Glycyrrhizae (Elixir Adjuvans), see under =Alcohol=; for Elixir
Catharticum Compositum, see under =Frangula=; for Elixir Cinchonae
Alkaloidorum and Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Hypophosphitum, see
under =Quininae Sulphas=; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Ferri,
see under =Ferri Phosphas=; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri,
Bismuthi et Strychninae and Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et
Strychninae, see under =Strychninae Sulphas=; for Elixir Cinchonae
Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Bismuthi, see under =Bismuthi et Sodii Tartras=;
for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Calcii Lactophosphatis, see
under =Calcii Lactophosphas=; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri
et Pepsini, see under =Pepsinum=; for Elixir Ferri, Quininae et
Strychninae, and Elixir Gentianae et Ferri, see under =Ferri
Citro-Chloridum=; for Elixir Formatum and Elixir Formatum Compositum,
see under =Acidum Formicum=; for Elixir Gentianae et Ferri Phosphatis,
see under =Ferri Phosphas=; for Elixir Glycerophosphatum Compositum, see
under =Sodii Glycerophosphas=; for Elixir Hypophosphitum, see under
=Calcii Hypophosphis=; for Elixir Hypophosphitum et Ferri, see under
=Ferri Hypophosphis=; for Elixir Pepsini, Bismuthi et Strychninae, see
under =Strychnina=; for Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Codeinae, see under
=Codeina=; for Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Diacetylmorphinae, see under
=Diacetylmorphinae Hydrochloridum=; for Elixir Trium Bromidorum, see
under =Ammonii Bromidum=.
=*Emetinae Hydrochloridum (Emet. Hydrochl.), Emetine Hydrochloride,
U.S.P.=--The hydrochloride of the alkaloid emetine, obtained from
ipecac.
White, or nearly white, odorless powder, darkening on exposure to
light. Freely soluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Given hypodermically. An effective
treatment of amebic dysentery and other amebic diseases.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain.
=EMPLASTRA, PLASTERS.=--Plasters are solid preparations for external
use, serving either as simple adhesives or for the conveyance of drugs.
The commercial spread plasters have largely displaced the
extemporaneously prepared product. For the various plasters see under
the names of the principal constituents. For Emplastrum Elasticum, see
under =Resina=; for Emplastrum Fuscum Camphoratum, see under =Camphora=;
for Emplastrum Plumbi, see under =Plumbi Oxidum=.
=EMULSA, EMULSIONES, EMULSIONS.=--Emulsions are aqueous preparations in
which oils or resins are suspended by means of mucilaginous substances.
For the official emulsions see under the names of the respective oils
and resins.
=*Ergota (Ergot.), Ergot, U.S.P.= (Secale Cornutum, P.I., Ergot of Rye,
Spurred Rye).--
ACTION AND USES: Causes powerful tonic, sometimes
tetanic contraction of the uterus and of the bloodvessel
walls. Checks postpartum hemorrhage by contracting
the uterus. Used for excessive menstrual flow and as a
circulatory stimulant. Has also been tried but without
success in a great variety of other diseases.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Ergotae (Ext. Ergot.), Extract of Ergot, U.S.P._--A pilular
extract of ergot. Probably does not contain some of the valuable
constituents of ergot (the alkaloids).
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Ergotae Aquosum (Ext. Ergot. Aq.), Aqueous Extract of Ergot,
N.F._ (Ergoti Extractum P.I.).--A purified aqueous extract.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
_*Fluidextractum Ergotae (Fldext. Ergot.), Fluidextract of Ergot,
U.S.P._ (Secalis Cornuti Extractum Fluidum, P.I.).--Ergot (100%).
Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Ergotae Ammoniata (Tr. Ergot. Ammon.), Ammoniated Tincture of
Ergot, N.F._--Ergot (25%), ammonia water (10%) in alcohol and water.
Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Eriodictyon (Eriodict.), Eriodictyon, U.S.P.= (Yerba Santa).--Yerba
santa leaves.
ACTION AND USES: Said to be expectorant. Its most
remarkable property is its power of masking the taste of
quinine.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains.
_Elixir Eriodictyi Aromaticum (Elix. Eriodict. Arom.), Aromatic Elixir
of Eriodictyon, N.F._ (Aromatic Elixir of Yerba Santa, Elixir
Corrigens).--Fluidextract of eriodictyon (6%), compound elixir of
taraxacum (about 44%) and syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 16 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Eriodictyi (Fldext. Eriodict.), Fluidextract of
Eriodictyon, U.S.P._--Eriodictyon (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Eriodictyi Aromaticus (Syr. Eriodict. Arom.), Aromatic Syrup of
Eriodictyon, N.F._ (Aromatic Syrup of Yerba Santa, Syrupus
Corrigens).--Fluidextract of eriodictyon, solution of potassium
hydroxide, compound tincture of cardamom, oils of sassafras, lemon and
clove, alcohol and syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 8 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=*Eucalyptol (Eucalyptol), Eucalyptol, U.S.P.= (Cineol).--A constituent
of the volatile oil of eucalyptus.
A colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and a pungent taste,
producing a cooling sensation in the mouth. Very slightly soluble
in water but miscible with alcohol and chloroform and fixed or
volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Employed as a local stimulant, antiseptic
and deodorant, largely as a constituent of inhalations,
particularly oily sprays.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (U.S.P.).
_Nebula Eucalyptolis (Nebul. Eucalyptol.), Eucalyptol Spray,
N.F._--Eucalyptol (5%) in light liquid petrolatum.
_Petroxolinum Eucalyptolis (Petrox. Eucalyptol.), Eucalyptol Petroxolin,
N.F._ (Eucalyptol Petrox).--Eucalyptol (20%) in liquid petrolatum.
=*Eucalyptus (Eucalypt.), Eucalyptus, U.S.P.= (Eucalyptus Leaves, Blue
Gum Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Principally those of the volatile oil.
Not used as such.
_Fluidextractum Eucalypti (Fldext. Eucalypt.), Fluidextract of
Eucalyptus, U.S.P._--Eucalyptus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Eugenol (Eugenol), Eugenol, U.S.P.=--A constituent of oil of clove.
A nearly colorless, thin liquid, with a strong odor of cloves and a
pungent, spicy taste.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of oil of cloves, over
which it has no material advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims.
=Euonymus (Euonym.), Euonymus, N.F.= (Wahoo Bark).--Bark of the root.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete cathartic; toxic digitalis
effects. Caution: The uncertain absorption of this drug
makes its use inadvisable.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains.
_Extractum Euonymi (Ext. Euonym.), Extract of Euonymus, N.F._ (Powdered
Extract of Euonymus).--A hydroalcoholic extract, 1 Gm. representing the
water-alcohol-soluble constituents of 4 Gm. of euonymus.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Euonymi (Fldext. Euonym.), Fluidextract of Euonymus,
N.F._--Euonymus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims. (N.F.).
=Eupatorium (Eupator.), Eupatorium, N.F.= (Boneset,
Thoroughwort).--Leaves and flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Domestic diaphoretic "tea." No
established indications for its use.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Eupatorii (Fldext. Eupator.), Fluidextract of
Eupatorium, N.F._--Eupatorium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Euphorbia Pilulifera (Euphorb. Pilul.), Euphorbia Pilulifera, N.F.=
(Pill Bearing Spurge).--Entire flowering plant.
ACTION AND USES: Irritant; formerly used in respiratory
diseases, but without established indications.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Euphorbiae Piluliferae (Fldext. Euphorb. Pilul.),
Fluidextract of Euphorbia Pilulifera, N.F._--Euphorbia pilulifera
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=EXTRACTA, EXTRACTS= (Solid Extracts).--Soft, solid (pilular extracts)
or powdered (powdered extracts) preparations made by evaporating a
solution of the soluble ingredients of vegetable or animal drugs at a
low temperature. Powdered extracts are often made from the solid
extracts by the addition of inert material. The strength of most
extracts is four times that of the drug. For the various official
extracts see under the names of the respective drugs.
=Farfara (Farfar.), Coltsfoot, N.F.= (Coltsfoot Leaves, Tussilago
Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent expectorant; no advantage
over linseed.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm.
=*Fel Bovis (Fel Bovis), Oxgall, U.S.P.=
A brownish-green or dark green, somewhat viscid liquid, with a
peculiar odor and a disagreeable, bitter taste.
ACTION AND USES: Used in the form of the extract as
intestinal antiseptic, cholagogue and laxative.
_*Extractum Fellis Bovis (Ext. Fel. Bov.), Extract of Oxgall, U.S.P._
(Powdered Extract of Oxgall).--One Gm. of extract represents 8 Gm. of
oxgall.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains.
* * * * *
Note:--_The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified without
sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine
themselves to the starred preparations._
* * * * *
=Ferri Acetas, Ferric Acetate.=--Fe(C{2}H{3}O{2}){3}.
_Liquor Ferri Acetatis (Liq. Ferr. Acet.), Solution of Ferric Acetate,
N.F._--Contains anhydrous ferric acetate, Fe(C{2}H{3}O{2}){3} (about
31%), corresponding to about 7.5 per cent. metallic iron, Fe.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.).
_Liquor Ferri et Ammonii Acetatis._--See under =Ammonii Acetas.=
=*Ferri Carbonas, Ferrous Carbonate.=--FeCO{3}.
_*Massa Ferri Carbonatis (Mass. Ferr. Carb.), Mass of Ferrous Carbonate,
U.S.P._ (Vallet's Mass).--Contains FeCO{3} (35%) with sugar and honey.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Mistura Ferri Composita (Mist. Ferr. Co.), Compound Iron Mixture,
N.F._ (Griffith's Mixture).--Ferrous carbonate (obtained by decomposing
0.6% ferrous sulphate with potassium carbonate), sugar, myrrh, spirit of
lavender and rose water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_*Pilulae Ferri Carbonatis (Pil. Ferr. Carb.), Pills of Ferrous
Carbonate, U.S.P._ (Chalybeate Pills, Blaud's Pills, Ferruginous
Pills).--Each pill contains FeCO{3} (0.06 Gm. or 1 grain).
USES: Convenient and effective form of iron.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
=Ferri Carbonas Saccharatus (Ferr. Carb. Sacch.), Saccharated Ferrous
Carbonate, U.S.P.=--Ferrous carbonate, FeCO{3} (not less than 15%)
preserved with sugar.
A greenish-brown, odorless powder, with a taste at first sweetish,
afterward ferruginous.
ACTION AND USES: Hematinic, like other iron salts;
practically non-astringent and non-irritating.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.)
=*Ferri Chloridum (Ferr. Chlor.), Ferric Chloride, U.S.P.= (Iron
Perchloride, Sesquichloride of Iron).--Ferric chloride, FeCl{3}, with
water of hydration.
Orange-yellow crystalline deliquescent pieces, odorless, and with a
strongly styptic taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.2); freely
soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used in the form of the tincture of
ferric chloride as an astringent, especially as an application
to the throat. Also hematinic, but relatively irritant.
_Gossypium Stypticum (Gossyp. Stypt.), Styptic Cotton, N.F._--Purified
cotton, impregnated with ferric chloride.
_Liquor Ferri Chloridi (Liq. Ferr. Chlor.), Solution of Ferric Chloride,
U.S.P._ (Solution of Iron Perchloride).--FeCl{3} (about 10.5%).
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims.
_*Tinctura Ferri Chloridi (Tr. Ferr. Chlor.), Tincture of Ferric
Chloride, U.S.P._--Ferric chloride (about 13%) corresponding to not less
than 4.48 per cent. of iron, Fe. Made by diluting a solution of ferric
chloride (35%) with alcohol. Absolute alcoholic content about 63 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Ferri Chloridi Aetherea (Tr. Ferr. Chlor. Aeth.), Ethereal
Tincture of Ferric Chloride, N.F._ (Bestuscheff's Tincture, Lamotte's
Drops).--Solution of ferric chloride (6%) and ether (25%) in alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=Ferri Citras, Ferric Citrate=
_Liquor Ferri Citratis (Liq. Ferr. Cit.), Solution of Ferric Citrate,
N.F._--Contains ferric citrate corresponding to not less than 7.25 per
cent. metallic iron, Fe.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
=Ferri Citro-Chloridum, Iron Citro-Chloride=
_Elixir Ferri, Quininae et Strychninae (Elix. Ferr. Quin. et Strych.),
Elixir of Iron, Quinine and Strychnine, N.F._--Tincture of ferric
citro-chloride (12.5%), quinine hydrochloride (0.875%), strychnine
sulphate (0.0175%), compound spirit of orange, glycerin and water.
Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
USES: A popular but irrational "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Gentianae et Ferri (Elix. Gent. et Ferr.), Elixir of Gentian and
Iron, N.F._ (Elixir of Gentian with Tincture of Ferric
Citro-Chloride).--Tincture of ferric citro-chloride (10%) and elixir of
gentian. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Tinctura Ferri Citro-Chloridi (Tr. Ferr. Citro-Chlor.), Tincture of
Ferric Citro-Chloride, N.F._ (Tasteless Tincture of Ferric Chloride,
Tasteless Tincture of Iron).--A tincture of a complex iron salt,
containing about 4 per cent. of iron (Fe) and rendered non-styptic by
the presence of a citrate. Made from solution of ferric chloride (35%),
sodium citrate (44%), alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about
15 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
=*Ferri et Ammonii Citras (Ferr. et Ammon. Cit.), Iron and Ammonium
Citrate, U.S.P.= (Soluble Ferric Citrate, Ammonio-Ferric Citrate).--Iron
citrate rendered more readily soluble by the presence of ammonium
citrate. Contains about 17 per cent. of iron, Fe.
Thin, transparent, garnet-red, odorless scales, with a saline,
mildly ferruginous taste. Readily and completely soluble in water;
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Hematinic, practically non-astringent.
Has the general properties of iron salts.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains.
_Vinum Ferri (Vin. Ferr.), Wine of Iron, N.F._ (Wine of Citrate of
Iron).--Iron and ammonium citrate (4%) in tincture of sweet orange peel,
syrup, and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Ferri et Quininae Citras (Ferr. et Quin. Cit.), Iron and Quinine
Citrate, U.S.P.= (Ferri et Quininae Citras Solubilis, U.S.P. VIII,
Soluble Iron and Quinine Citrate).--Iron citrate and quinine citrate
rendered more soluble by the presence of ammonium citrate. Contains not
less than 13 per cent. of iron, Fe.
Thin, transparent, deliquescent, greenish or golden yellow,
odorless scales, with a bitter, mildly ferruginous taste. Rapidly
and completely soluble in cold water, partly soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a bitter iron tonic. Of doubtful value.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains.
_Vinum Ferri Amarum (Vin. Ferr. Amar.), Bitter Wine of Iron, N.F._--Iron
and quinine citrate (5%) in tincture of sweet orange peel, syrup and
sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 17 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.)
=Ferri Glycerophosphas (Ferr. Glycerophos.), Ferric Glycerophosphate,
N.F.= (Ferric Glycerinophosphate).
Yellowish-green scales or powder, odorless and nearly tasteless.
Freely soluble in water (1:2) and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Reputed "tonic," but without advantage over the
ordinary iron salts.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains.
=Ferri Hydroxidum, Ferric Hydroxide.=
_Ferri Hydroxidum cum Magnesii Oxido (Ferr. Hydrox. cum Mag. Oxid.),
Ferric Hydroxide with Magnesium Oxide, U.S.P._ (Arsenic Antidote, Ferric
Hydrate with Magnesia).--A dilute solution of ferric sulphate and a
mixture of magnesium oxide with water, kept in separate bottles. When
mixed, they yield ferric hydroxide.
USES: Antidote for arsenic.
DOSAGE: 120 Cc. or 4 fluidounces.
_Magma Ferri Hydroxidi (Magm. Ferr. Hydrox.), Ferric Hydroxide Magma,
N.F._ (Ferri Hydroxidum, U.S.P. VIII, Ferric Hydroxide).--A suspension
of ferric hydroxide in water.
=Ferri Hypophosphis (Ferr. Hypophos.), Ferric Hypophosphite, N.F.=
White or grayish white, odorless and nearly tasteless powder. Very
slightly soluble in water (1:2300); insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Reputed "tonic," but without advantage
over the ordinary iron salts.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains.
_Elixir Ferri Hypophosphitis (Elix. Ferr. Hypophos.), Elixir of Ferric
Hypophosphite, N.F._--Ferric hypophosphite (1.65%), potassium citrate
(2.15%), water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 21
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Hypophosphitum et Ferri (Elix. Hypophos. et Ferr.), Elixir of
Hypophosphites and Iron, N.F._--Calcium hypophosphite and sodium
hypophosphite (each 1.75%), potassium hypophosphite and ferric
hypophosphite (each 0.875%), potassium citrate, hypophosphorous acid,
water, syrup and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Liquor Ferri Hypophosphitis (Liq. Ferr. Hypophos.), Solution of Ferric
Hypophosphite, N.F._ (Solution of Hypophosphite of Iron).--Ferric
hypophosphite (16.5%) dissolved by means of potassium citrate (21.5%) in
glycerin and water.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Ferri Hypophosphitis (Syr. Ferr. Hypophos.), Syrup of Ferric
Hypophosphite, N.F._--Ferric hypophosphite (1.75%), dissolved by means
of potassium citrate (2.5%), and made into a syrup flavored with orange
flower water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Iodidum, Ferrous Iodide.=--FeI{2}.
_Pilulae Ferri Iodidi (Pil. Ferr. Iod.), Pills of Ferrous Iodide,
U.S.P._--Each pill represents ferrous iodide, FeI{2} (about 0.06 Gm. or
1 grain).
DOSAGE: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Ferri et Mangani Iodidi (Syr. Ferr. et Mangan. Iod.), Syrup of
Iron and Manganese Iodide, N.F._--Ferrous iodide (10%) and manganese
iodide (5%) in syrup.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_*Syrupus Ferri Iodidi (Syr. Ferr. Iod.), Syrup of Ferrous Iodide,
U.S.P._ (Ferri Iodidi Syrupus P.I.).--Ferrous iodide, FeI{2} (about 5%).
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.)
=Ferri Lactas (Ferr. Lact.), Ferrous Lactate, N.F.= (Iron Lactate).
Greenish white powder or crystalline masses, with a slight,
characteristic odor and a mild, sweet ferruginous taste. Slowly
soluble in water (1:40), freely soluble in solutions of alkali
citrates, but almost insoluble in alcohol.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
_Elixir Ferri Lactatis (Elix. Ferr. Lact.), Elixir of Iron Lactate,
N.F._--Iron lactate (1.75%), potassium citrate (5.25%) in water and
aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 18 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Lactophosphas, Iron Lactophosphate.=
_Syrupus Ferri Lactophosphatis (Syr. Ferr. Lactophos.), Syrup of Iron
Lactophosphate, N.F._--Iron lactophosphate (2.5%) in syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Malas, Ferrous Malate (Iron Malate).=
_Extractum Ferri Pomatum (Ext. Ferr. Pomat.), Ferrated Extract of
Apples, N.F._ (Ferri Malas Crudus, Crude Malate of Iron).--A pilular
extract containing ferrous malate.
DOSAGE: 0.65 Gm. or 10 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Ferri Pomata (Tr. Ferr. Pomat.), Tincture of Ferrated Extract
of Apples, N.F._ (Tinctura Ferri Malatis Crudi, Tincture of Crude Malate
of Iron).--Ferrated extract of apples (10%) in alcohol and cinnamon
water. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Nitras, Ferric Nitrate.=--Fe(NO{3}){3}.
_Liquor Ferri Nitratis (Liq. Ferr. Nit.), Solution of Ferric Nitrate,
N.F._--Ferric nitrate, Fe(NO{3}){3}, corresponding to not less than 1.3
per cent. of metallic iron, Fe.
USES: Astringent and styptic.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.)
=Ferri Oxidum Saccharatum (Ferr. Oxid. Sacch.), Saccharated Ferric
Oxide, N.F.= (Soluble Ferric Oxide, Ferrum Oxydatum Saccharatum,
"Eisenzucker").--Saccharated ferric oxide representing not less than 2.8
per cent. of Fe.
_Syrupus Ferri Saccharati Solubilis (Syr. Ferr. Sacch. Sol.), Syrup of
Soluble Saccharated Iron, N.F._ (Syrupus Ferri Oxydati Solubilis, Syrup
of Saccharated Oxide of Iron, Syrup of Soluble Oxide of
Iron).--Saccharated ferric oxide (41.5%), syrup and water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Oxychloridum, Ferric Oxychloride.=
_Liquor Ferri Oxychloridi (Liq. Ferr. Oxychlor.), Solution of Ferric
Oxychloride, N.F._--Ferric oxychloride corresponding to about 3 per
cent. of metallic iron, Fe, dissolved in a mixture of glycerin and
water.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=Ferri Oxysulphas, Ferric Oxysulphate.=
_Liquor Ferri Oxysulphatis (Liq. Ferr. Oxysulph.), Solution of Ferric
Oxysulphate, N.F._--A solution of basic ferric sulphate.
USES: Superfluous astringent iron solution
=*Ferri Phosphas (Ferr. Phos.), Ferric Phosphate, U.S.P.= (Ferri
Phosphas Solubilis, U.S.P. VIII, Soluble Ferric Phosphate).--Ferric
phosphate rendered soluble by sodium citrate. Contains iron, Fe (not
less than 12%).
Thin, bright green, transparent, odorless scales, with an
acidulous, slightly saline taste. Freely and completely soluble in
water; insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Hematinic. Only slightly astringent;
no special advantage over other iron salts.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Ferri (Elix. Cinchon. et Ferr.),
Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids and Iron, N.F. _(Elixir Cinchonae et Ferri
N.F. III, Ferrated Elixir of Calisaya, Alkaloidal).--Ferric phosphate
(3.5%), elixir of cinchona alkaloids (about 92%) and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Ferri Phosphatis (Elix. Ferr. Phos.), Elixir of Ferric
Phosphate, N.F._--Ferric phosphate (3.5%), water and aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Gentianae et Ferri Phosphatis (Elix. Gent. et Ferr. Phosph.),
Elixir of Gentian and Ferric Phosphate, N.F._ (Elixir Gentianae
Ferratum).--Ferric phosphate (1.75%), elixir of gentian (about 95%) and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Ferri, Quininae et Strychninae Phosphatum (Syr. Ferr. Quin. et
Strych. Phos.), Syrup of the Phosphates of Iron, Quinine and Strychnine,
N.F._--Ferric phosphate (2%), quinine (2.6%), strychnine (0.02%),
phosphoric acid (5%) in glycerin, water and syrup.
USES: Needlessly complex "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Protochloridum, Ferrous Chloride= (Iron Protochloride).
_Liquor Ferri Protochloridi (Liq. Ferr. Protochlor.), Solution of
Ferrous Chloride, N.F._ (Solution of Protochloride of Iron).--A solution
of ferrous chloride in glycerin and water.
USES: Superfluous astringent iron solution.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Ferri Protochloridi (Syr. Ferr. Protochlor.), Syrup of Ferrous
Chloride, N.F._ (Syrup of Protochloride of Iron).--Solution of ferrous
chloride (5%) in glycerin, orange flower water and syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Pyrophosphas (Ferr. Pyrophos.), Ferric Pyrophosphate, N.F.=
(Soluble Ferric Pyrophosphate).
Thin, apple-green, transparent, odorless scales, with an acidulous,
slightly saline taste. Freely and completely soluble in water and
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used in iron elixirs; no special
advantage over other soluble salts of iron.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains.
_Elixir Ferri Pyrophosphatis (Elix. Ferr. Pyrophos.), Elixir of Ferric
Pyrophosphate, N.F._ (Elixir of Pyrophosphate of Iron).--Ferric
pyrophosphate (3.5%), water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol
content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Ferri Pyrophosphatis, Quininae et Strychninae (Elix. Ferr.
Pyrophos. Quin. et Strych.), Elixir of Ferric Pyrophosphate, Quinine and
Strychnine, N.F._--Ferric pyrophosphate (3.5%), quinine sulphate
(0.875%), strychnine citrate (0.014%), ammonium citrate, oil of orange,
alcohol, syrup and water. Absolute alcohol content about 23 per cent.
USES: A needlessly complex "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Ferri Subsulphas, Ferric Subsulphate.=
_Liquor Ferri Subsulphatis (Liq. Ferr. Subsulph.), Solution of Ferric
Subsulphate, U.S.P._ (Monsel's Solution, Solution of Basic Ferric
Sulphate).
USES: Local styptic and astringent
=*Ferri Sulphas (Ferr. Sulph.), Ferrous Sulphate, U.S.P.= (Iron
Protosulphate).--FeSO{4} + 7H{2}O. (An impure product is commercially
known as copperas).
Pale bluish-green, odorless crystals, with a saline styptic taste.
Freely soluble (1:1.4) in water, insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Hematinic, especially in pills; but
mainly used in making pharmaceutical preparations. Formerly
used extensively as a disinfectant, but is only
deodorant.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
_*Ferri Sulphas Exsiccatus (Ferr. Sulph. Exsic.), Exsiccated Ferrous
Sulphate, U.S.P._ (Dried Ferrous Sulphate).--Contains not less than 80
per cent. of FeSO{4}.
Grayish-white powder.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.) as pills.
_Ferri Sulphas Granulatus (Ferr. Sulph. Gran.), Granulated Ferrous
Sulphate, U.S.P._ (Precipitated Ferrous Sulphate).--Purified ferrous
sulphate.
Very pale, bluish-green, crystalline powder.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Ferri, Quininae, Aloes et Nucis Vomicae (Pil. Ferr. Quin. Aloe.
et Nuc. Vom.), Pills of Iron, Quinine, Aloes and Nux Vomica, N.F._
(Pilulae Quadruplices, N.F. III, Quadruplex Pills, Quatuor Pills,
Pilulae Ferri et Quininae Compositae).--Each pill contains exsiccated
ferrous sulphate, quinine sulphate and aloes (each 0.065 Gm. or 1
grain), extract of nux vomica (0.016 Gm. or 1/4 grain) and extract of
gentian.
USES: Antiquated, complex and irrational "tonic."
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.)
=Ferri Tersulphas, Ferric Sulphate= (Iron Tersulphate).
_Liquor Ferri Tersulphatis (Liq. Ferr. Tersulph.), Solution of Ferric
Sulphate U.S.P._ (Solution of Iron Tersulphate).
USES: For making pharmaceutical preparations
=*Ferrum (Ferr.), Iron, U.S.P.=--Metallic iron, Fe, in the form of fine,
bright, and non-elastic wire.
USES: For making the salts
=Ferrum Albuminatum, Iron Albuminate.=
_Liquor Ferri Albuminati (Liq. Ferr. Albumin.), Solution of Albuminate
of Iron, N.F._--Contains albuminate of iron equivalent to about 0.4% of
iron, Fe, in aromatic elixir, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 20 per cent.
USES: Non-astringent iron preparation; converted into
simple ionic iron by dilute acids.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.)
=Ferrum Peptonatum, Iron Peptonate.=
_Liquor Ferri Peptonati (Liq. Ferr. Pepton.), Solution of Peptonate of
Iron, N.F._--Contains a compound of iron and peptonized fresh egg
albumin representing 0.4 per cent. metallic iron, Fe; flavored with oil
of orange, acetic ether and vanillin in alcohol and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 14 per cent.
USES: Non-astringent inorganic iron preparation.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Liquor Ferri Peptonati et Mangani (Liq. Ferr. Pepton. et Mangan.),
Solution of Peptonate of Iron and Manganese, N.F._ (Liquor Ferri
Peptonati cum Mangano, N.F. III).--Solution of peptonate of iron with
soluble manganese citrate (1%). Absolute alcohol content about 14 per
cent.
USES: Combination of iron and manganese, of doubtful
advantage over the solution of peptonate of iron.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.)
=*Ferrum Reductum (Ferr. Reduct.), Reduced Iron, U.S.P.= (Ferrum
Redactum, Iron by Hydrogen, Quevenne's Iron).--Metallic iron, Fe (not
less than 90%), obtained by reduction of iron oxide by hydrogen.
Very fine, grayish-black, lusterless, odorless and tasteless
powder. Insoluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: A hematinic, relatively non-irritant;
given preferably just before meals in the form of pills or
powder enclosed in capsules or cachets.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain.
_Pilulae Ferri, Quininae, Strychninae et Arseni Fortiores (Pil. Ferr.,
Quin., Strych. et Arsen. Fort.), Stronger Pills of Iron, Quinine,
Strychnine, and Arsenic, N.F._ (Pilulae Metallorum, N.F. III, Metallic
Pills, Pilulae Metallorum Amarae, Bitter Metallic Pills).--Each pill
contains reduced iron and quinine sulphate (each 0.065 Gm. or 1 grain),
strychnine and arsenic trioxide (each 0.0032 Gm. or 1/20 grain) with
clarified honey.
USES: Complex and irrational tonic.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Ferri, Quininae, Strychninae et Arseni Mites (Pil. Ferr.,
Quin., Strych. et Arsen. Mit.), Mild Pills of Iron, Quinine, Strychnine
and Arsenic, N.F._ (Aitken Tonic Pills).--Each pill contains reduced
iron (0.045 Gm. or 2/3 grain), quinine sulphate (0.065 Gm. or 1 grain),
strychnine and arsenic trioxide (each 0.0013 Gm. or 1/50 grain) with
clarified honey.
USES: Complex and irrational tonic.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
* * * * *
Note:--_The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without
sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine
themselves to the starred preparations._
* * * * *
=Ficus (Ficus), Fig, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Mild laxative
=FLUIDEXTRACTA, FLUIDEXTRACTS=.--Fluidextracts are concentrated liquid
preparations of vegetable drugs, generally containing alcohol either as
a solvent or as a preservative. One Cc. represents the extractives from
1 Gm. of drug.
The statements in this book regarding alcohol content are approximate
and are based on the alcohol contents of the menstruum used. For the
official preparations see under the names of the respective drugs. For
Fluidextractum Aromaticum, see under =Cinnamomum Saigonicum=.
=FLUIDGLYCERATA, FLUIDGLYCERATES=.--Preparations intended to be of the
same drug strength as fluidextracts--that is, representing 100 Gm. of
drug in 100 Cc. of preparation--but containing about 50 per cent. by
volume of glycerin and no alcohol. For the various fluidglycerates, see
under the names of the respective drugs.
=Foeniculum (Foenic.), Fennel, U.S.P.= (Fennel Seed).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic and carminative.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains
=*Formaldehydum, Formaldehyde.=--CH{2}O.
_*Liquor Formaldehydi (Liq. Formaldehyd.), Solution of Formaldehyde,
U.S.P._--CH{2}O (not less than 37%) with methyl alcohol and water.
ACTION AND USES: A powerful germicide, especially
valuable in the form of gas for its penetrating power. Its
irritant actions generally preclude its use on the body.
For disinfecting rooms, from 150 Cc. or 5 fluidounces to 1 quart or 1
liter of the official formaldehyde solution are allowed to each 1,000
cubic feet of space by various authorities. Various methods have been
employed. One is to allow the solution to evaporate from sheets
suspended in the tightly closed room. Another is to generate the gas
in the room by treating the solution with potassium permanganate,
allowing about 110 Gm. or 3-1/2 ounces of potassium permanganate to
500 Cc. or 1 pint of formaldehyde solution. A third method utilizes
the reaction between formaldehyde solution and sodium dichromate in
the presence of sulphuric acid, used in the proportion of 45 Cc. or
1-1/2 fluidounces of sulphuric acid and 280 Gm. or 9 ounces of sodium
dichromate to 500 Cc. or 1 pint of formaldehyde solution. These
methods are not effective if the temperature of the room be below 60
F. or the relative humidity below 65 per cent.
=Frangula (Frang.), Frangula, U.S.P.= (Buckthorn Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of cascara sagrada;
used principally as fluidextract.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Catharticum Compositum (Elix. Cathart. Co.), Compound Cathartic
Elixir, N.F._--Fluidextract of frangula (12.5%), fluidextract of senna
(10%), fluidextract of rhubarb (6.2%), spirit of peppermint, solution of
potassium hydroxide and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about
25 per cent.
USES: Needlessly complicated cathartic.
DOSAGE: Aperient, 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.);
cathartic, 12 Cc. or 3 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Frangulae (Fldext. Frangul.), Fluidextract of Frangula,
U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Buckthorn Bark).--Frangula (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.)
=Fraxinus (Fraxin.), White Ash Bark, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as tonic, astringent
and purgative. No established indications for its use.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Vinum Fraxini (Vin. Frax.), Wine of White Ash, N.F._--White ash bark
(50%), in alcohol and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 30 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Fucus (Fucus), Fucus, N.F.= (Bladderwrack).--A sea weed.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used against goiters and
tuberculous glands; may be of some value through its
iodine content, but has no special advantage over other
iodine preparations.
DOSAGE: 0.65 Gm. or 10 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Fuci (Fldext. Fuci), Fluidextract of Fucus, N.F._--Fucus
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.65 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.)
=Galangal (Galang.), Galangal, N.F.=--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative, resembling
ginger and without advantage over the latter.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains
=Galega (Galeg.), Galega, N.F.= (European Goat's Rue).--Flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Exploited as a galactagogue and
nerve stimulant; has no established value.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Galegae (Fldext. Galeg.), Fluidextract of Galega,
N.F._--Galega (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Galla (Gall.), Nutgall, U.S.P.= (Aleppo Galls, Smyrna Galls).
Incompatible with the salts of iron, lead, copper or silver.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent. Used especially as ointment,
but has no advantage over tannic acid.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Gallae (Tr. Gall.), Tincture of Nutgall, N.F._--Nutgall (20%)
in glycerin and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Unguentum Gallae (Ung. Gall.), Nutgall Ointment, U.S.P._--Nutgall (20%)
in ointment.
=Gambir (Gambir), Gambir, U.S.P.= (Pale Catechu).--A dried extract.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent; used against diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (in form of tincture).
_Pulvis Gambir Compositus (Pulv. Gambir Co.), Compound Powder of Gambir,
N.F._ (Pulvis Catechu Compositus, N.F. III).--Gambir (40%), kino (20%)
and krameria (20%), with Saigon cinnamon and nutmeg.
USES: Needlessly complex intestinal astringent.
DOSAGE: 1.3 Gm. or 20 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Gambir Composita (Tr. Gambir Co.), Compound Tincture of
Gambir, U.S.P._ (Compound Tincture of Pale Catechu).--Gambir (5%) with
Saigon cinnamon in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 47
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Trochisci Gambir (Troch. Gambir), Troches of Gambir, N.F._--Each troche
contains gambir (0.06 Gm. or 1 grain) with tragacanth, sugar and oil of
cinnamon.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.)
=*Gelatinum (Gelat.), Gelatin, U.S.P.=--Obtained from skin, ligaments,
bones, etc.
Insoluble in cold water but swells and softens when immersed in it;
soluble in hot water and in glycerin; insoluble in alcohol and
similar solvents.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a food product. Also, by
mouth or by injection, with the intention of increasing the
coagulability of the blood; of doubtful value. May contain
tetanus spores.
_Gelatinum Glycerinatum (Gelat. Glycerin.), Glycerinated Gelatin,
U.S.P._--Consists of equal parts of gelatin and glycerin.
USES: Base for suppositories, bougies, etc
=Gelsemium (Gelsem.), Gelsemium, U.S.P.= (Yellow Jasmine Root, Yellow
Jessamine).
ACTION AND USES: Used in migraine and neuralgia, and
in the treatment of ovarian, rheumatic and uterine pain.
Efficiency uncertain. Untoward symptoms sometimes result
from comparatively small doses.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.). (Not used
as such).
_Extractum Gelsemii (Ext. Gelsem.), Extract of Gelsemium, U.S.P._
(Powdered Extract of Gelsemium).--One Gm. of extract represents 4 Gm. of
gelsemium.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Gelsemii (Fldext. Gelsem.), Fluidextract of Gelsemium,
U.S.P._--Gelsemium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Cc. or 1/2 minim (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Gelsemii (Tr. Gelsem.), Tincture of Gelsemium,
U.S.P._--Gelsemium (10%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 62 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Cc. or 4 minims (U.S.P.)
=*Gentiana (Gentian.), Gentian, U.S.P.= (Yellow Gentian Root).--Rhizome
and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Probably the most widely used of
the simple bitters.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Gentianae (Elix. Gent.), Elixir of Gentian, N.F._--Fluidextract
of gentian (3.5%), compound spirit of cardamom, sodium citrate,
glycerin, syrup, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 21
per cent.
USES: An agreeable aromatic bitter stomachic.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Gentianae et Ferri, N.F._--See under =Ferri Citro-Chloridum=.
_Elixir Gentianae et Ferri Phosphatis, N.F._--See under =Ferri
Phosphas=.
_Elixir Gentianae Glycerinatum (Elix. Gent. Glycerin.), Glycerinated
Elixir of Gentian, N.F._--Fluidextract of gentian (1%), fluidextract of
taraxacum (1.5%), acetic ether, phosphoric acid, tincture of sweet
orange peel, compound tincture of cardamom, glycerin, sugar and sherry
wine. Absolute alcohol content about 11 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms.
_*Extractum Gentianae (Ext. Gentian.), Extract of Gentian, U.S.P._--A
pilular extract.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Gentianae (Fldext. Gentian.), Fluidextract of Gentian,
U.S.P._--Gentian (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Infusum Gentianae Compositum (Inf. Gent. Co.), Compound Infusion of
Gentian, N.F._--Gentian (3%), coriander and bitter orange peel in
diluted alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 12 per cent.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Tinctura Amara (Tr. Amar.), Bitter Tincture, N.F._ (Stomachic Tincture,
Bitter Stomachic Drops, Stomach Drops).--Gentian (6%), centaury (6%),
zedoary (2%) and bitter orange peel in alcohol and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 60 per cent.
USES: Bitter stomachic, complex and without special
value.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Gentianae Composita (Tr. Gentian. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Gentian, U.S.P._--Gentian (10%), bitter orange peel and cardamom seed in
glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 46 per cent.
USES: Aromatic Bitter.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.)
=Geranium (Geran.), Geranium, N.F.= (Cranesbill).--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete intestinal astringent, without
special advantage over krameria, etc.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Geranii (Fldext. Geran.), Fluidextract of Geranium,
N.F._--Geranium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 50 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.)
=Glucosum (Glucos.), Glucose, U.S.P.= (Syrupy Glucose, Liquid
Glucose).--Chiefly dextrose (d-glucose) and dextrins.
Colorless or nearly colorless, odorless or nearly odorless, thick,
syrupy, sweet liquid. Soluble in water, sparingly soluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Pill excipient. Pure dextrose is also
employed in saline injections
=*Glycerinum (Glycerin.), Glycerin, U.S.P.=
(Glycerol).--C{3}H{5}(OH){3}.
A colorless, syrupy, practically odorless liquid, with a sweet
taste, and producing a sensation of warmth in the mouth. Miscible
with water and alcohol; insoluble in chloroform or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Used as solvent, sweetening agent,
demulcent and emollient. The enema or suppositories are
promptly evacuant.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_*Suppositoria Glycerini (Supp. Glycerin.), Suppositories of Glycerin,
U.S.P._--Glycerin with a stearic acid soap.
USES: Rectal evacuant.
_Suppositoria Boroglycerini (Suppos. Boroglycer.), Suppositories of
Boroglycerin, N.F._--Glycerite of boroglycerin (7.5%) with glycerinated
gelatin and glycerin.
USES: Antiseptic evacuant.
=GLYCERITA, GLYCERITES.=--Solutions of medicinal substances in glycerin.
For the various glycerites, see under the names of the principal
ingredients. For Glyceritum Boroglycerini, see under =Acidum Boricum=;
for Glyceritum Vitelli, see under =Ovi Vitellum Recens=.
=*Glycerylis Nitras, Glyceryl Trinitrate= (Nitroglycerin, Trinitrin,
Glonoin).--C{3}H{5}(NO{3}){3}.
ACTION AND USES: Vasodilator, acting more slowly than
amyl nitrite.
_Pilulae Glycerylis Nitratis (Pil. Glycer. Nit.), Pills of
Nitroglycerin, N.F._ (Pilulae Glonoini, N.F. III, Pills of
Glonoin).--Each pill contains spirit of glyceryl trinitrate and althaea
(each 0.065 Gm. or 1 grain) with confection of rose.
USES: Inferior to the tablets.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_*Spiritus Glycerylis Nitratis (Sp. Glyceryl. Nit.), Spirit of Glyceryl
Trinitrate, U.S.P._ (Spirit of Glonoin, Spirit of
Nitroglycerin).--Glyceryl trinitrate (about 1%) in alcohol.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.) dropped on the
tongue
=*Glycyrrhiza (Glycyrrh.), Glycyrrhiza, U.S.P.= (Licorice, Liquorice
Root).
ACTION AND USES: Used to disguise the taste of drugs
and as demulcent expectorant. The preparations are
incompatible with acids.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Glycyrrhizae and Elixir Glycyrrhizae Aromaticum._--See under
=Alcohol=.
_Elixir Glycyrrhizae Aquosum (Elix. Glycyrrh. Aq.), Aqueous Elixir of
Glycyrrhiza, N.F._ (Aqueous Elixir of Licorice).--Fluidextract of
glycyrrhiza (15%), compound spirit of cardamom, stronger orange flower
water, glycerin, syrup and distilled water. Absolute alcohol content
about 3 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms.
_Extractum Glycyrrhizae (Ext. Glycyrrh.), Extract of Glycyrrhiza,
U.S.P._ (Extract of Licorice).--The commercial extract of glycyrrhiza.
Incompletely soluble in water (60%).
_Extractum Glycyrrhizae Purum (Ext. Glycyrrh. Pur.), Pure Extract of
Glycyrrhiza, U.S.P._--A pilular extract.
_*Fluidextractum Glycyrrhizae (Fldext. Glycyrrh.), Fluidextract of
Glycyrrhiza, U.S.P._--Glycyrrhiza (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidglyceratum Glycyrrhizae (Fldglycer. Glycyrrh.), Fluidglycerate of
Glycyrrhiza, N.F._ (Fluidglycerate of Licorice).--Glycyrrhiza (100%) in
glycerin and water, made alkaline with ammonia water.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims.
_Mistura Glycyrrhizae Composita, U.S.P._--See under =Opium=.
_Pulvis Glycyrrhizae Compositus, U.S.P._--See under =Senna=.
_Syrupus Glycyrrhizae (Syr. Glycyrrhiz.), Syrup of Glycyrrhiza, N.F._
(Syrup of Licorice).--Fluidglycerate of glycyrrhiza (25%) in syrup.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.)
=Glycyrrhizinum Ammoniatum (Glycyrrh. Ammon.), Ammoniated Glycyrrhizin,
U.S.P.=--The sweet principle of glycyrrhiza, combined with ammonia.
Dark brown or brownish-red, odorless scales, with a very sweet
taste. Freely soluble in water and soluble in alcohol. Incompatible
with acids.
ACTION AND USES: Intended as substitute for extract of
glycyrrhiza, over which it presents no advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.)
=Gossypii Cortex (Gossyp. Cort.), Cotton Root Bark, N.F.=--Recently
gathered or dried bark of the root.
ACTION AND USES: Exploited as emmenagogue, but
without established value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Gossypii Corticis (Fldext. Gossyp. Cort.), Fluidextract
of Cotton Root Bark, N.F._--Cotton root bark (100%). Absolute alcohol
content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=Gossypium Purificatum (Gossyp. Purif.), Purified Cotton, U.S.P.=
(Absorbent Cotton).
ACTION AND USES: Used as an absorbent surgical dressing
and as a filtering agent
=Gossypium Stypticum.=--See under =Ferri Chloridum=
=Granatum (Granat.), Pomegranate, U.S.P.= (Pomegranate Bark).
ACTION AND USES: the decoction or fluidextract expels
tapeworm. Both are strongly astringent and often produce
vomiting.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Granati (Fldext. Granat.), Fluidextract of Pomegranate,
U.S.P._--Pomegranate (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.)
=Grindelia (Grindel.), Grindelia, U.S.P.=--Leaves and flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Used with doubtful results in spasmodic
asthma, whooping cough, bronchitis, and hay fever,
and locally against ivy poisoning. It is a feeble drug and
its action has not been clearly defined.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Grindeliae (Fldext. Grindel.), Fluidextract of
Grindelia, U.S.P._--Grindelia (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.)
=Guaiaci Lignum (Guaiac. Lig.), Guaiac Wood, N.F.= (Lignum Vitae).
ACTION AND USES: Reputed "alterative," but without
established value. No advantage over guaiac resin.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.)
=*Guaiacol (Guaiacol), Guaiacol, U.S.P.=--Obtained from wood-tar
creosote or prepared synthetically.
Colorless or yellowish solid or liquid, with an aromatic odor and a
strong phenolic taste. Soluble in water (1:53), freely soluble in
glycerin (1:0.8) and miscible with alcohol, chloroform or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Used as intestinal antiseptic and
bronchial stimulant, similar to creosote; less irritant but
also less active. Inunction with 50 per cent. solution in
oil is antipyretic but it is less powerful and more uncertain
than acetphenetidin, etc. Action is difficult to control and
collapse may occur.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.)
=*Guaiacolis Carbonas (Guaiacol. Carb.), Guaiacol Carbonate, U.S.P.=
White, nearly odorless and nearly tasteless powder. Soluble in
alcohol (1:60) and in ether (1:18); insoluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Being insoluble in water, it is less
disagreeable and less irritating than guaiacol, but liberates
this substance in the intestines. Used as intestinal antiseptic
and against bronchitis.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.). in powders or
cachets
=Guaiacum (Guaiac.), Guaiac, U.S.P.= (Guaiac Resin).
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as an "alterative,"
against syphilis, chronic rheumatism and gout; and as
throat lozenges for its mildly irritant action. It produces
no definite systemic effects, except as a mild laxative and
possibly diuretic. Its value is very doubtful. The ammoniated
tincture is the most active preparation.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Gargarisma Guaiaci Compositum (Garg. Guaiac. Co.), Compound Gargle of
Guaiac, N.F._--Ammoniated tincture of guaiac (10%), compound tincture of
cinchona (10%), potassium chlorate (4%), with clarified honey and oil of
peppermint in water. Absolute alcohol content about 12 per cent.
USES: Complex and irrational mixture.
_Glyceritum Guaiaci (Glycer. Guaiac.), Glycerite of Guaiac,
N.F._--Guaiac (8.5%) and solution of potassium hydroxide in glycerin and
water.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Mistura Guaiaci (Mist. Guaiac.), Mixture of Guaiac, N.F._--Tincture of
guaiac (12.5%) in clarified honey and cinnamon water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Petroxolinum Guaiacolis (Petrox. Guaiacol.), Guaiacol Petroxolin, N.F._
(Guaiacol Petrox).--Guaiacol (20%) in oleic acid and liquid petroxolin.
_Tinctura Guaiaci (Tr. Guaiac.), Tincture of Guaiac, U.S.P._--Guaiac
(20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Guaiaci Ammoniata (Tr. Guaiac. Ammon.), Ammoniated Tincture of
Guaiac, U.S.P._--Guaiac (20%) in aromatic spirit of ammonia. Absolute
alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Guaiaci Composita (Tr. Guaiac. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Guaiac, N.F._ (Dewees' Tincture of Guaiac).--Guaiac (12.5%), potassium
carbonate and pimenta in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about
45 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Guarana (Guarana), Guarana, U.S.P.=--Paste consisting chiefly of
crushed seeds yielding not less than 4 per cent. of caffeine.
ACTION AND USES: Used for its caffeine. There is no
reason for using it instead of caffeine.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Guaranae (Elix. Guar.), Elixir of Guarana, N.F._--Fluidextract
of guarana (20%), compound elixir of taraxacum (60%) and aromatic
elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 34 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Guaranae (Fldext. Guaran.), Fluidextract of Guarana,
U.S.P._--Guarana (100%) yielding about 4 per cent. of caffeine. Absolute
alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.)
=Gutta Percha (Gutta Percha), Gutta Percha, N.F.=--A purified,
coagulated tree sap.
ACTION AND USES: Used for technical purposes in
dentistry.
_Liquor Guttae Perchae (Liq. Gut. Perch.), Solution of Gutta Percha,
N.F._--A clarified solution of gutta percha in chloroform.
=Haematoxylon (Haematox.), Hematoxylon, N.F.= (Logwood).
ACTION AND USES: Intestinal astringent, without advantage
over krameria, etc.
_Extractum Haematoxyli (Ext. Haematox.), Extract of Hematoxylon,
N.F._--An aqueous extract.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=Hamamelidis Folia (Hamamel. Fol.), Hamamelis Leaves, N.F.= (Witch Hazel
Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Astringent, without advantage over
other tannin-bearing drugs (krameria, etc.).
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Hamamelidis Foliorum (Fldext. Hamamel. Fol.),
Fluidextract of Hamamelis Leaves, N.F._--Hamamelis leaves (100%).
Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=Hamamelis= (Witch Hazel).
_Aqua Hamamelidis (Aq. Hamam.), Hamamelis Water, U.S.P._ (Witch Hazel
Water, Distilled Extract of Witch Hazel).--Witch hazel bark, twigs,
smaller stems or entire shrub, distilled with water and preserved with
about 14 per cent. of alcohol.
USES: Employed externally, for contusions. It owes its
feeble activity mainly to the alcohol
=Helianthemum (Helianth.), Helianthemum, N.F.= (Rock-Rose,
Frost-Weed).--The dried herb.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete astringent, tonic, alterative
and emetic; unreliable and without established value.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Helianthemi (Fldext. Helianth.), Fluidextract of
Helianthemum, N.F._--Helianthemum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Helonias (Helon.), Helonias, N.F.= (False Unicorn).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Ingredient of "female remedies";
without established value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Heloniatis (Fldext. Helon.), Fluidextract of Helonias,
N.F._--Helonias (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=*Hexamethylenamina (Hexam.), Hexamethylenamine, U.S.P.=
(Hexamethylene-tetramine; also sold as urotropine, aminoform, formamin,
formin, cystamin, cystogen, urisol and uritone).--(CH{2}){6}N{4}, a
condensation product of ammonia and formaldehyde.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and with a sweetish
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.5) and in alcohol (1:12.5).
Incompatible with acids, with ammonium salts, with tannin and with
mercuric chloride.
ACTION AND USES: Useful urinary antiseptic, liberating
formaldehyde in the presence of acids (not otherwise).
Also used as prophylactic against infection in bile and in
other body fluids, but inefficient since these fluids are not
acid.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), in solution.
When sodium acid phosphate is given to render the urine
acid, hexamethylenamine should not be taken until the
phosphate has left the stomach
=*Homatropinae Hydrobromidum (Homatrop. Hydrobr.), Homatropine
Hydrobromide, U.S.P.= (Homatropine Bromide).
White, odorless powder. Freely soluble in water (1:6) and soluble
in alcohol (1:40).
ACTION AND USES: Used as mydriatic and cycloplegic.
Its effects resemble those of atropine but occur more
promptly and disappear in shorter time.
DOSAGE: 0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain (U.S.P.). May be used
in aqueous solution of 2 per cent. strength, or a drop of a
1:500 solution may be introduced into the conjunctival
sac every five minutes for five times to produce a maximum
dilatation in three quarters of an hour
=Humulus (Humul.), Hops, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as aromatic bitter
stomachic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Humuli (Elix. Humul.), Elixir of Hops, N.F._--Fluidextract of
hops (12.5%), compound elixir of taraxacum, tincture of vanilla and
aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Humuli (Fldext. Humul.), Fluidextract of Hops,
N.F._--Hops (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 50 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Humuli (Tr. Humul.), Tincture of Hops, N.F._--Hops (20%) in
diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
USES: Bitter stomachic.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Hydrangea (Hydrang.), Hydrangea, N.F.= (Seven-Barks).--Rhizome and
roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete cathartic, diuretic and diaphoretic;
without established value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Hydrangeae (Fldext. Hydrang.), Fluidextract of
Hydrangea, N.F._--Hydrangea (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 50
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.)
=*Hydrargyri Chloridum Corrosivum (Hydrarg. Chlor. Corr.), Corrosive
Mercuric Chloride, U.S.P.= (Bichloride of Mercury, Corrosive Sublimate,
Mercuric Chloride, Perchloride of Mercury).--HgCl{2}.
Heavy, colorless crystals, crystalline masses or white powder,
odorless and with a characteristic metallic taste. Slowly soluble
in water (1:13.5) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:3.8). Its
solubility in water is increased by the addition of sodium or
ammonium chloride. Incompatible with soluble carbonates and
hydroxides, with iodides and with alkaloids and other organic
compounds. Reduced to calomel or metallic mercury by iron, zinc and
other reducing agents.
ACTION AND USES: Chiefly as a germicide and antiseptic;
also as a specific antisyphilitic agent. Acute mercuric
chloride poisoning is treated by raw eggs and lavage.
DOSAGE: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain (U.S.P.) in solution
or pills. For hypodermic use in syphilis 0.01 Gm. or
1/6 grain daily (produces marked pain and irritation).
As antiseptic externally in solution from 1:20,000 to
1:2,000. As disinfectant of clothing, in 1:1,000 solution.
_Mulla Hydrargyri Chloridi Corrosivi (Mull. Hydrarg. Chlor. Corros.),
Corrosive Mercuric Chloride Mull, N.F._ (Unguentum Hydrargyri Chloridi
Corrosivi Extensum, N.F. III).--Corrosive mercuric chloride (0.2%),
alcohol, benzoinated suet and benzoinated lard.
_Toxitabellae Hydrargyri Chloridi Corrosivi (Toxitabel. Hydrarg. Chlor.
Corr.), Poison Tablets of Corrosive Mercuric Chloride, U.S.P._
(Corrosive Sublimate Tablets, Bichloride Tablets).--Tablets of an
angular shape colored blue, each having the word "Poison" and the skull
and cross bones design distinctly stamped on it. Each 1 Gm. tablet
contains about 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains corrosive mercuric chloride and 0.5
Gm. or 8 grains sodium chloride.
=*Hydrargyri Chloridum Mite (Hydrarg. Chlor. Mit.), Mild Mercurous
Chloride, U.S.P.= (Mercurous Chloride, Calomel, Protochloride of
Mercury, Subchloride of Mercury).--HgCl.
White or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in
water, alcohol or ether. Incompatible with alkalies, with oxidizing
acids like nitric acid, and with soluble bromides and iodides.
ACTION AND USES: A slow cathartic, fairly powerful and
relatively non-irritant. Should usually be followed by a
saline laxative. Should not be taken continuously as it
may salivate. Also employed as a diuretic in cardiac
dropsies. Intramuscular injections are very efficiently
antisyphilitic, but painful.
DOSAGE: Laxative, 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
alterative, 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.). From 0.005
to 0.02 Gm., or from 1/12 to 1/3 grain, may be given every
half hour or hour until from 0.1 to 0.2 Gm., or from 1-1/2 to
3 grains have been given. In the treatment of syphilis
0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grain in oily suspension is injected about
once a week.
_Lotio Nigra (Lot. Nigr.), Black Lotion, N.F._ (Black Wash, Aqua
Phagedaenica Nigra).--A suspension of mercurous oxide, Hg{2}O, produced
by the action of lime water on mild mercurous chloride.
USES: Mercurial antiseptic.
_Pulvis Hydrargyri Chloridi Mitis et Jalapae (Pulv. Hydrarg. Chlor. Mit.
et Jalap.), Powder of Mild Mercurous Chloride and Jalap, N.F._ (Calomel
and Jalap).--Mild mercurous chloride (34%) and jalap (66%).
USES: Drastic purgative.
DOSAGE: 0.65 Gm. or 10 grains (N.F.)
=*Hydrargyri Iodidum Flavum (Hydrarg. Iod. Flav.), Yellow Mercurous
Iodide, U.S.P.= (Mercurous Iodide, Protoiodide of Mercury, Yellow Iodide
of Mercury).--HgI.
Bright yellow, odorless, tasteless powder. Almost insoluble in
water and wholly insoluble in alcohol or ether. Decomposed by
oxidizing agents, alkalies and the haloid salts of the alkali
metals (chlorides, bromides or iodides).
ACTION AND USES: Used principally as an antisyphilitic;
generally given in the form of pills. Like all ingestion
methods of treating syphilis, much less reliable than the
intramuscular administration of mercurials and is falling
into disuse on account of relative inefficiency. Has proved
of value in lichen ruber planus.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.)
=*Hydrargyri Iodidum Rubrum (Hydrarg. Iod. Rub.), Red Mercuric Iodide,
U.S.P.= (Biniodide of Mercury, Mercuric Iodide, Red Iodide of
Mercury).--HgI{2}.
Scarlet-red, odorless, nearly tasteless powder. Nearly insoluble in
water and slightly soluble in alcohol (1:115); soluble in solutions
of soluble iodides, sodium thiosulphate and hot solutions of alkali
chlorides.
ACTION AND USES: Mercuric Iodide, dissolved with
potassium or sodium iodide, is used as an antiseptic, germicide
and antisyphilitic. It is practically as effective as
mercuric chloride and less irritant or corrosive.
DOSAGE: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Hydrargyri et Potassii Iodidi (Liq. Hydrarg. et Pot. Iod.),
Solution of Mercury and Potassium Iodide, N.F._ (Solution of Potassium
Iodohydrargyrate, Channing's Solution).--Red mercuric iodide (1%),
potassium iodide (0.8%), and water.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.)
=Hydrargyri Nitras, Mercuric Nitrate.=--Hg(NO{3}){2}.
_Liquor Hydrargyri Nitratis (Liq. Hydrarg. Nit.), Solution of Mercuric
Nitrate, N.F._--Hg(NO{3}){2} (60%).
USES: Caustic.
_Unguentum Hydrargyri Nitratis (Ung. Hydrarg. Nit.), Ointment of
Mercuric Nitrate, U.S.P._ (Citrine Ointment).--Mercuric nitrate
(equivalent to mercury 7%) in lard.
=*Hydrargyri Oxidum Flavum (Hydrarg. Oxid. Flav.), Yellow Mercuric
Oxide, U.S.P.=--HgO.
Light orange-yellow, heavy, odorless powder, with a somewhat
metallic taste. Almost insoluble in water, insoluble in alcohol,
readily dissolved by dilute hydrochloric acid and nitric acid.
ACTION AND USES: The ointment is used, especially on
the eye, as an antiseptic and stimulant; also to some extent
in impetiginous affections.
DOSAGE: For the eye, 2 per cent.; for the skin, from 5 to
10 per cent.
_Lotio Flava (Lot. Flav.), Yellow Lotion, N.F._ (Yellow Wash, Aqua
Phagedaenica Flava).--A suspension of mercuric oxide produced by the
action of lime water on mercuric chloride.
USES: Mercurial antiseptic.
_*Unguentum Hydrargyri Oxidi Flavi (Ung. Hydrarg. Oxid. Flav.), Ointment
of Yellow Mercuric Oxide, U.S.P._--Yellow mercuric oxide (10%) in water,
hydrous wool fat and petrolatum.
=Hydrargyri Oxidum Rubrum (Hydrarg. Oxid. Rub.), Red Mercuric Oxide,
U.S.P.= (Red Precipitate).--HgO.
Heavy, orange-red scales or powder, odorless and with a somewhat
metallic taste. Almost insoluble in water; insoluble in alcohol,
readily dissolved by nitric acid.
ACTION AND USES: Occasionally used externally in the
form of an ointment and as a parasiticide. Without
advantage over yellow oxide.
_Unguentum Hydrargyri Oxidi Rubri (Ung. Hydrarg. Oxid. Rub.), Ointment
of Red Mercuric Oxide, N.F._--Red mercuric oxide (10%) in water, hydrous
wool fat and petrolatum.
=*Hydrargyri Salicylas (Hydrarg. Salicyl.), Mercuric Salicylate, U.S.P.=
(Mercuric Subsalicylate).--Contains Hg (about 57%).
White or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Nearly insoluble
in water or alcohol. Dissolved by solutions of the fixed alkalies
or their carbonates.
ACTION AND USES: Used as antisyphilitic especially by
intramuscular injection of oily suspensions; also as local
antiseptic.
DOSAGE: 0.004 Gm. or 1/15 grain (U.S.P.). By intramuscular
injection, 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims of a 10 per cent.
suspension in liquid petrolatum once in four days
=*Hydrargyrum (Hydrarg.), Mercury, U.S.P.= (Quicksilver).--Hg.
Shining, silver-white, odorless, tasteless metal, liquid at
ordinary temperatures. Insoluble in the ordinary solvents.
ACTION AND USES: Its preparations are used to secure
the systemic effects of mercury and locally against
parasites.
_*Hydrargyrum cum Creta (Hydrarg. cum Cret.), Mercury with Chalk,
U.S.P._ (Gray Powder).--Mercury (38%), with prepared chalk (57%), honey
and water.
Light gray, odorless, rather damp powder, with a slightly sweet
taste.
ACTION AND USES: A mild cathartic acting like calomel.
Also used in the treatment of infantile and hereditary
syphilis and of syphilis in aged patients.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.), as powder.
_*Massa Hydrargyri (Mass. Hydrarg.), Mass of Mercury, U.S.P._ (Blue
Mass, Blue Pill).--Hg (about 33%) in pill mass.
USES: Mainly as cathartic.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Oleatum Hydrargyri (Oleat. Hydrarg.), Oleate of Mercury, U.S.P._--A
mixture of mercury oleate and oleic acid equivalent to 25 per cent. of
HgO.
USES: Alterative, antisyphilitic; rarely used.
_Petroxolinum Hydrargyri (Petrox. Hydrarg.), Mercury Petroxolin, N.F._
(Mercury Petrox).--Mercury (30%) in hydrous wool fat, oleic acid and
solid petroxolin.
_*Unguentum Hydrargyri (Ung. Hydrarg.), Mercurial Ointment,
U.S.P._--Metallic mercury (about 50%) and oleate of mercury (2%) with
prepared suet and benzoinated lard.
USES: Especially to secure the systemic effects of mercury
by inunction.
_*Unguentum Hydrargyri Dilutum (Ung. Hydrarg. Dil.), Diluted Mercurial
Ointment, U.S.P._ (Blue Ointment, Hydrargyri Unguentum P.I.).--Mercurial
ointment (60%) equivalent to about 30 per cent. of metallic mercury,
with petrolatum.
USES: Especially in pediculosis.
=*Hydrargyrum Ammoniatum (Hydrarg. Ammon.), Ammoniated Mercury, U.S.P.=
(White Precipitate).--Mercurammonium chloride, HgNH{2}Cl, corresponding
to about 79 per cent. of Hg.
White, odorless lumps or powder, with an earthy, afterward styptic
and metallic taste. Insoluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: The ointment is extensively used as
a cutaneous antiseptic especially for impetigo contagiosa
and other pustular dermatoses and ringworm of the scalp.
Also used for removing scales of psoriasis. It may cause
salivation.
DOSAGE: From 2 to 10 per cent. ointment.
_*Unguentum Hydrargyri Ammoniati (Ung. Hydrarg. Ammon.), Ointment of
Ammoniated Mercury, U.S.P._ (White Precipitate Ointment).--Ammoniated
mercury (10%) in white petrolatum and hydrous wool fat.
=Hydrastina (Hydrastina), Hydrastine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from
hydrastis or prepared synthetically.
White crystals or powder. Almost insoluble in water, soluble in
alcohol (1:170).
ACTION AND USES: Used in the treatment of urethral
and vesical catarrh and as a systemic hemostatic, especially
in excessive menstruation. Its efficiency and the mechanism
of its action are doubtful.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.).
=Hydrastinae Hydrochloridum (Hydrastin. Hydrochl.), Hydrastine
Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Hydrastine Chloride).
White, odorless, bitter powder. Very soluble in water and in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Those of hydrastine.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Hydrastinae Compositus (Liq. Hydrastin. Co.), Compound Solution
of Hydrastine, N.F._ (Colorless Hydrastine Solution).--Hydrastine
hydrochloride (0.3%), aluminum chloride, calcium chloride, and magnesium
chloride (each 0.3%), potassium chloride (0.1%) in glycerin and water.
USES: Complex and irrational astringent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Hydrastininae Hydrochloridum (Hydrastinin. Hydrochl.), Hydrastinine
Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Hydrastinine Chloride).--The hydrochloride of
hydrastinine, an alkaloid obtained synthetically from hydrastine.
Yellowish, odorless crystals or powder. Soluble in chloroform
(1:195); very soluble in water and alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Hydrastinine resembles hydrastine
in its action but is said to be less depressing. Hydrastinine
has a pronounced pressor effect on peripheral vessels,
causing a rise of blood pressure.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.)
=*Hydrastis (Hydrastis), Hydrastis, U.S.P.= (Golden Seal).--Rhizome and
roots, yielding not less than 2.5 per cent. of ether-soluble alkaloids,
chiefly hydrastin.
ACTION AND USES: Hydrastis is an unpleasant bitter;
it possesses no advantages over other simple bitters
(gentian). It has been asserted to have a special influence
on mucous membranes favoring their nutrition and return
to a normal condition. There is little or no experimental
evidence to bear out the claim for any special action.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Hydrastis (Ext. Hydrast.), Extract of Hydrastis, U.S.P._
(Extract of Golden Seal, Powdered Extract of Hydrastis).--One Gm.
extract represents about 4 Gm. hydrastis. Yields about 10 per cent. of
alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_*Fluidextractum Hydrastis (Fldext. Hydrast.), Fluidextract of
Hydrastis, U.S.P._--Hydrastis (100%), yielding about 2 per cent. of
alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Glyceritum Hydrastis (Glycer. Hydrast.), Glycerite of Hydrastis,
U.S.P._ (Glycerite of Golden Seal).--Hydrastis (100%) yielding not less
than 1.245 per cent. of alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Hydrastis (Tr. Hydrast.), Tincture of Hydrastis, U.S.P._
(Tincture of Golden Seal).--Hydrastis (20%), yielding about 0.4 per
cent. of hydrastin; in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about
60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.)
=*Hydrogenii Dioxidum, Hydrogen Dioxide= (Hydrogen Peroxide).--H{2}O{2}.
_*Liquor Hydrogenii Dioxidi (Liq. Hydrog. Diox.), Solution of Hydrogen
Dioxide, U.S.P._ (Aqua Hydrogenii Dioxidii, U.S.P. VIII, Solution of
Hydrogen Peroxide).--H{2}O{2} (not less than 3%).
ACTION AND USES: Nontoxic and fairly efficient local
antiseptic and detergent, useful mainly for the destruction
of pus. Used on suppurating wounds and as a mouthwash
and gargle; also as a bleaching agent. Should not be
injected into a wound unless free drainage is present.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.). For external
application should be diluted about 1:4.
=Hyoscyaminae Hydrobromidum (Hyoscyamin. Hydrobr.), Hyoscyamine
Hydrobromide, U.S.P.= (Hyoscyamine Bromide).--Obtained from hyoscyamus
and other plants of the nightshade family.
White, odorless crystals. Freely soluble in alcohol (1:2.5) and in
chloroform (1:1.7); very soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of atropine; is
usually more sedative to the brain, but at times produces
acute delirium. The drug is very uncertain.
DOSAGE: 0.3 mg. or 1/200 grain (U.S.P.).
=*Hyoscyamus (Hyosc.), Hyoscyamus, U.S.P.= (Henbane, Hyoscyami Folium,
P.I.).--Leaves and tops, yielding not less than 0.065 per cent. of
alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of belladonna.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Hyoscyami (Ext. Hyosc.), Extract of Hyoscyamus, U.S.P._--One
Gm. extract represents about 4 Gm. hyoscyamus. Yields about 0.25 per
cent. of alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Hyoscyami (Fldext. Hyosc.), Fluidextract of Hyoscyamus,
U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Henbane).--Hyoscyamus (100%) yielding about
0.065 per cent. of alkaloids, chiefly hyoscyamine. Absolute alcohol
content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Oleum Hyoscyami Compositum (Ol. Hyosc. Co.), Compound Oil of
Hyoscyamus, N.F._ (Balsamum Tranquillans).--Infused oil of hyoscyamus
(hyoscyamus 10%) flavored with oils of lavender, peppermint, rosemary
and thyme.
_*Tinctura Hyoscyami (Tr. Hyosc.), Tincture of Hyoscyamus, U.S.P._
(Tincture of Henbane, Hyoscyami Tinctura, P.I.).--Hyoscyamus (10%),
yielding about 0.0065 per cent. of hyoscyamus alkaloids; in diluted
alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 47 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Hypophysis Sicca (Hypophysis Sic.), Desiccated Hypophysis, U.S.P.=
(Desiccated Pituitary Body).--The posterior lobe obtained from the
pituitary body of cattle.
A yellowish or grayish powder with a characteristic odor. Partially
soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Solutions are used, hypodermically, to strengthen
uterine contractions in prolonged labor. They also stimulate
peristalsis and have been used with some success after abdominal
operations and as a vasomotor stimulant. Oral administration is
ineffective.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Liquor Hypophysis (Liq. Hypophysis), Solution of Hypophysis, U.S.P._
(Solution of the Pituitary Body).--Contains the water-soluble principles
from the fresh posterior lobe of the pituitary body of cattle. Assayed
by testing against a standard solution of beta-iminazolyl-ethylamine
hydrochloride by the method of the U.S. Hygienic Laboratory.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
=Ignatia (Ignat.), Ignatia, N.F.= (Saint Ignatius Bean, Ignatia
Amara).--Seeds of _Strychnos ignatii_.
ACTION AND USES: Constituents and actions similar to
those of nux vomica, over which ignatia has no advantage,
being less reliable.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (N.F.).
_Extractum Ignatiae (Ext. Ignat.), Extract of Ignatia, N.F._ (Powdered
Extract of Ignatia).--A hydroalcoholic extract, yielding about 6 per
cent. of alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (N.F.).
_Tinctura Ignatiae (Tr. Ignat.), Tincture of Ignatia, N.F._--Ignatia
(10%), yielding about 0.2 per cent. of ignatia alkaloids; in alcohol and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
=INFUSA, INFUSIONS.=--Aqueous preparations made by pouring hot or cold
water over a vegetable drug, allowing the mixture to stand for a
definite period and then straining. For the official infusions, see
under the names of the respective drugs.
=Inula (Inula), Inula, N.F.= (Elecampane).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: At one time used in bronchitis. No
scientific indications for its use.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
=INUNCTA, INUNCTIONS.=--Semisolid ointment-like preparations used for
external application. For the various inunctions see under the names of
the principal ingredients.
=*Iodoformum (Iodof.), Iodoform, U.S.P.=--Triiodomethane, CHI{3}.
Lemon-yellow powder or lustrous crystals, with a peculiar,
penetrating odor and an unpleasant, slightly sweetish taste
suggestive of iodine. Nearly insoluble in water, to which, however,
it imparts its odor and taste; soluble in alcohol (1:60) and in
glycerin (1:80).
ACTION AND USES: Used as dusting powder, promoting
healing by granulation. Oily suspensions are also used in
treatment of tuberculous fistulas.
_Collodium Iodoformi (Collod. Iodof.), Iodoform Collodion,
N.F._--Iodoform (5%) in flexible collodion.
USES: There appears to be no advantage in applying
iodoform in collodion.
_Glycerogelatinum Iodoformi (Glycerogel. Iodof.), Iodoform
Glycerogelatin, N.F._--Iodoform (10%), water, glycerin and glycerinated
gelatin.
_Iodoformum Aromatisatum (Iodof. Arom.), Aromatized Iodoform,
N.F._--Coumarin (4%) and iodoform.
_Petroxolinum Iodoformi (Petrox. Iodof.), Iodoform Petroxolin, N.F._
(Iodoform Petrox.).--An unstable preparation made from iodoform (3%),
acetone, oleic acid, eucalyptol and liquid petroxolin.
_Unguentum Iodoformi (Ung. Iodof.), Iodoform Ointment, U.S.P._--Iodoform
(10%) in benzoinated lard.
=*Iodum (Iodum), Iodine, U.S.P.=--I.
Heavy, bluish-black, brittle plates, with a metallic luster, a
distinctive odor and a sharp, acrid taste. Very slightly soluble in
water (1:2950) and soluble in alcohol (1:12.5). Freely soluble in
solutions of alkali iodides.
ACTION AND USES: The tincture and compound solution
are used externally as local irritant and antiseptic. The
irritant action can be easily graduated by successive application.
It is rarely used internally for the systemic effects
of iodides.
DOSAGE: 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.), largely
diluted.
_Collodium Iodi (Collod. Iodi), Iodine Collodion, N.F._--Iodine (5%) in
flexible collodion.
USES: There appears little advantage in applying iodine
in collodion.
_Liquor Iodi Compositus (Liq. Iodi Co.), Compound Solution of Iodine,
U.S.P._ (Lugol's Solution).--Iodine (5%) and potassium iodide (10%) in
water.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Iodi Phenolatus (Liq. Iod. Phenol.), Phenolated Solution of
Iodine, N.F._ (Liquor Iodi Carbolatus, N.F. III, Carbolized Solution of
Iodine, Boulton's Solution, French Mixture).--Compound solution of
iodine (1.5%), liquefied phenol (0.6%), glycerin and water. The iodine
combines with the phenol.
USES: Antiseptic.
_Petroxolinum Iodi (Petrox. Iod.), Iodine Petroxolin, N.F._ (Iodine
Petrox 10%).--An unstable preparation, containing iodine, ammonium
iodide and other iodine compounds in variable proportions, with a
mixture of liquid petrolatum, alcohol, ammonium soap and oil of
lavender; prepared from iodine (10%) and liquid petroxolin.
_Petroxolinum Iodi Dilutum (Petrox. Iod. Dil.), Diluted Iodine
Petroxolin, N.F._ (Iodine Petrox 5%).--An unstable preparation
containing iodine, ammonium iodide and other iodine compounds in
variable proportions with a mixture of liquid petrolatum, alcohol,
ammonium soap and oil of lavender; made from iodine (5%) and liquid
petroxolin. Absolute alcohol content about 19 per cent.
_Syrupus Iodotannicus (Syr. Iodotan.), Syrup of Iodotannin, N.F._--Made
by combining iodine (0.27%) with tannic acid (0.54%) in syrup. Contains
iodine probably in the form of an iodide.
USES: Similar to those of potassium iodide; without
advantage over the latter.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Iodi (Tr. Iodi), Tincture of Iodine, U.S.P._--An alcoholic
solution of iodine (about 7%) and potassium iodide (about 5%). Absolute
alcohol content about 83 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Iodi Decolorata (Tr. Iod. Decolor.), Decolorized Tincture of
Iodine, N.F._--A solution of sodium iodide and ammonium iodide obtained
by mixing iodine and sodium thiosulphate (each 8.3%), stronger ammonia
water (6.5%) and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 75 per cent.
Does not contain free iodine.
USES: For external use; of doubtful utility.
_Tinctura Iodi Fortior (Tr. Iod. Fort.), Stronger Tincture of Iodine,
N.F._ (Churchill's Tincture of Iodine).--Iodine (16.5%) and potassium
iodide (3.3%) in water and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 65
per cent.
_Unguentum Iodi (Ung. Iodi), Iodine Ointment, U.S.P._--Iodine (4%) and
potassium iodide (4%) in glycerin and benzoinated lard. Should be made
as required.
=*Ipecacuanha (Ipecac.), Ipecac, U.S.P.= (Ipecacuanhae Radix, P.I.).--A
root, yielding not less than 1.75 per cent. of alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Used as irritant, nauseant, expectorant
and emetic. Also specific against amebic dysentery,
but in this use has been practically displaced by emetine.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.). Expectorant,
0.06 Gm. or 1 grain.
_*Fluidextractum Ipecacuanhae (Fldext. Ipecac.), Fluidextract of Ipecac,
U.S.P._--Ipecac (100%), yielding about 2 per cent. of alkaloids.
Absolute alcohol content about 30 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Ipecacuanhae et Opii._--See under =Opium.=
_*Syrupus Ipecacuanhae (Syr. Ipecac.), Syrup of Ipecac,
U.S.P._--Fluidextract of ipecac (7%) and acetic acid (1%) in glycerin
and syrup.
DOSAGE: Expectorant, 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.);
emetic, 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Ipecacuanhae et Opii and Tinctura Ipecacuanhae et Opii._--See
under =Opium.=
_Vinum Ipecacuanhae (Vin. Ipecac.), Wine of Ipecac, N.F._--Fluidextract
of ipecac (10%, yielding about 0.2% ipecac alkaloids) in alcohol and
sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 27 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims.
=Iris (Iris), Orris, N.F.= (Orris Root).--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: At one time thought to be a mild
digestive stimulant, slightly cathartic and diuretic. Now
employed as dusting powder, tooth powder and perfume.
=Iris Versicolor (Iris Vers.), Blue Flag, N.F.=--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete cathartic; without advantage
over resin of podophyllum.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Iridis Versicoloris (Fldext. Iri. Ver.), Fluidextract of
Blue Flag, N.F._--Blue flag (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80
per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Jalapa (Jalap.), Jalap, U.S.P.=--A root, yielding not less than 7 per
cent. of resins.
ACTION AND USES: Drastic hydragogue cathartic, used
especially in dropsies. Preferred to other resinous cathartics,
as being rather less irritant.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Jalapae (Ext. Jalap.), Extract of Jalap, N.F._--An alcoholic
extract.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Jalapae (Fldext. Jalap.), Fluidextract of Jalap,
N.F._--Jalap (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_*Pulvis Jalapae Compositus (Pulv. Jalap. Co.), Compound Powder of
Jalap, U.S.P._ (Pulvis Purgans).--Jalap (35%) and potassium bitartrate
(65%).
USES: Useful hydragogue cathartic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Resina Jalapae (Res. Jalap.), Resin of Jalap, U.S.P._--The resin from
jalap.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Jalapae (Tr. Jalap.), Tincture of Jalap, N.F._--Jalap (20%),
in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Tinctura Jalapae Composita (Tr. Jalap. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Jalap, N.F._--Jalap (12.5%) and resin of scammony (3%), in alcohol and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Juglans (Juglan.), Juglans, N.F.= (Butternut Bark, White Walnut
Bark).--Inner bark of the roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete cathartic, without advantage
over cascara.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Juglandis (Fldext. Jugland.), Fluidextract of Juglans,
N.F._--Juglans (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Juniperus (Junip.), Juniper Berries, N.F.=--Ripe fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Irritant to urinary organs, owing to
the chief constituent, a volatile oil. The spirit is sometimes
used as an irritant diuretic.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Juniperi (Fldext. Junip.), Fluidextract of Juniper
Berries, N.F._--Juniper (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Kaolinum (Kaolinum), Kaolin, N.F.=--Purified native aluminum silicate.
White or nearly white powder or lumps with an earthy taste.
Insoluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Used in a poultice, cataplasma kaolini,
similar to proprietary preparations. Internally, as absorbent
in diarrhea and dysentery.
DOSAGE: Tablespoonful dry or in tea several times daily.
_Cataplasma Kaolini (Catapl. Kaolin.), Cataplasm of Kaolin, N.F._--A
mixture of kaolin and glycerin with boric acid aromatized with thymol,
methyl salicylate and oil of peppermint.
USES: Not superior to flaxseed or bread-and-milk
poultices.
=Kava (Kava), Kava, N.F.= (Methysticum, Kava Kava).--Rhizome and roots
of _Piper methysticum_.
ACTION AND USES: Mild irritant, without advantage over
cubeb. Often inert. Owes its properties to an oleoresin.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Kavae (Fldext. Kav.), Fluidextract of Kava, N.F._--Kava
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 50 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Kino (Kino), Kino, U.S.P.=--A dried plant juice.
Dark brown fragments or brick-red powder, odorless and having an
astringent taste. Partly soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Used as intestinal and pharyngeal
astringent; has no special advantage over other vegetable
astringents, such as krameria.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Kino et Opii Compositus (Pulv. Kino et Opii Co.), Compound
Powder of Kino and Opium, N.F._ (Pulvis Kino Compositus, N.F.
III).--Kino (75%), and powdered opium (5%) with Saigon cinnamon.
USES: Antidiarrheic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Kino (Tr. Kino), Tincture of Kino, U.S.P._--Kino (10%) in
diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 49 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Kino et Opii Composita (Tr. Kino et Opii Co.), Compound
Tincture of Kino and Opium, N.F._ (Tinctura Kino Composita, N.F. III,
Compound Tincture of Kino).--Kino (2%), opium (1%), spirit of camphor
(6.5%), oil of clove, cochineal and aromatic spirit of ammonia in
diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 50 per cent.
USES: Antidiarrheic; undesirably complex.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Kola (Kola), Kola, N.F.= (Cola, Kola Nuts, Cola Nuts).--The peeled
seeds.
ACTION AND USES: Possesses stimulant actions of its
caffein and theobromin. Without advantage over coffee.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Kolae (Fldext. Kol.), Fluidextract of Kola, N.F._
(Fluidextractum Sterculiae, N.F. III).--Kola (100%). Absolute alcohol
content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Krameria (Kramer.), Krameria, N.F.= (Rhatany).--Root.
ACTION AND USES: Powerful astringent; like other
tannin-containing drugs, is rapidly passing out of use.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Extractum Krameriae (Ext. Kramer.), Extract of Krameria, N.F._
(Powdered Extract of Krameria).--An aqueous extract diluted with starch,
1 Gm. representing 4 Gm. krameria.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Krameriae (Fldext. Kramer.), Fluidextract of Krameria,
N.F._--Krameria (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Fluidglyceratum Krameriae (Fldglycer. Kramer.), Fluidglycerate of
Krameria, N.F._--Krameria (100%) in glycerin and water.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Krameriae (Syr. Kramer.), Syrup of Krameria,
N.F._--Fluidextract of krameria (45%) in syrup. Absolute alcohol content
about 18 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Tinctura Krameriae (Tr. Kramer.), Tincture of Krameria, N.F._--Krameria
(20%) in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Lac Vaccinum (Lac Vaccinum), Cow's Milk, N.F.=
_Lac Fermentatum (Lac Ferment.), Fermented Milk, N.F._ (Kumyss).--A
fermentation product obtained by the action of yeast on cow's milk to
which sugar (sucrose) has been added. The following is an unofficial
formula:
Take a quart of skim milk, one-fifth of a cake of yeast and two
tablespoonfuls of sugar. Heat the milk. Dissolve the yeast in a little
water and mix it with the sugar and lukewarm milk. Pour the mixture into
strong bottles, stopper them tightly with new corks, and tie down the
corks with strong twine. Shake the bottles well and place in a
refrigerator to ferment slowly. After three days lay the bottles on
their sides, turning them occasionally. Five days are required to
complete the fermentation.
DOSAGE: 250 Cc. or 8 fluidounces (N.F.).
=Lactucarium (Lactucar.), Lactucarium, U.S.P.=--The dried juice of a
species of wild lettuce.
ACTION AND USES: Inefficient and obsolete hypnotic and
respiratory sedative. The proprietary preparation to which
its popularity was due was found to contain morphine.
Lactucarium is now seldom used.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.). Not given as
such.
_Syrupus Lactucarii (Syr. Lactucar.), Syrup of Lactucarium,
U.S.P._--Tincture of lactucarium (10%) and citric acid, flavored with
orange flower water, in glycerin and syrup.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.). Absolute
alcohol content about 5 per cent.
_Tinctura Lactucarii (Tr. Lactucar.), Tincture of Lactucarium,
U.S.P._--Lactucarium (50%) in glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 46 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Lappa (Lappa), Lappa, N.F.= (Burdock Root).
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete "alterative," used in
nostrums.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Lappae (Fldext. Lapp.), Fluidextract of Lappa,
N.F._--Lappa (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Leptandra (Leptand.), Leptandra, N.F.= (Culver's Root).--Rhizome and
roots.
ACTION AND USES: Unreliable cathartic; without advantage
over resin of podophyllum.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Extractum Leptandrae (Ext. Leptand.), Extract of Leptandra, N.F._
(Powdered Extract of Leptandra).--A hydroalcoholic extract, diluted with
starch. One Gm. represents 4 Gm. leptandra.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Leptandrae (Fldext. Leptand.), Fluidextract of
Leptandra, N.F._--Leptandra (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40
per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Limonis Cortex (Limon. Cort.), Lemon Peel, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Used for the preparation of lemon
flavors.
_Tinctura Limonis Corticis (Tr. Limon. Cort.), Tincture of Lemon Peel,
U.S.P._--Fresh lemon peel (50%) treated with alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 83 per cent.
=LINIMENTA, LINIMENTS.=--Liquid preparations intended for external
application. For the various official liniments, see under the names of
the respective chief ingredients.
=*Linum (Linum), Linseed, U.S.P.= (Flaxseed).--Used in demulcent
infusions, also when crushed or ground in poultices. If employed where
the skin is broken the entire poultice should be sterilized by boiling
before it is applied, in order to avoid infection.
=LIQUORES, SOLUTIONS.=--Aqueous liquid preparations in which one or more
substances are completely dissolved.
For the various official solutions, see under the names of the
respective principal ingredients. For Liquor Acidi Arsenosi, see under
=Arseni Trioxidum=; for Liquor Antisepticus, under =Acidum Boricum=; for
Liquor Antisepticus Alkalinus, under =Potassii Bicarbonas=; for Liquor
Arseni et Hydrargyri Iodidi, under =Arseni Iodidum=; for Liquor
Arsenicalis Clemens, under =Potassii Arsenas=; for Liquor Calcis
Sulphuratae, under =Calcii Sulphidum Crudum=; for Liquor Ferri et
Ammonii Acetas, under =Ammonii Acetas=; for Liquor Zinci et Alumini
Compositus and Liquor Zinci et Ferri Compositus, under =Zinci Sulphas=.
=Lithii Bromidum (Lith. Brom.), Lithium Bromide, U.S.P.=--LiBr (not less
than 85%).
White, granular, odorless, very deliquescent salt with a sharp,
slightly bitter taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.6) and soluble in
alcohol and in ether.
ACTION AND USES: Used like other bromides, over which
it has no advantage. For the supposed urate-solvent
properties of lithium, see =Lithii Carbonas=.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Lithii Bromidi (Elix. Lith. Brom.), Elixir of Lithium Bromide,
N.F._--Lithium bromide (8.5%) in syrup, water and aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content about 7 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Lithii Carbonas (Lith. Carb.), Lithium Carbonate, U.S.P.=--Li{2}CO{3}.
Light white, odorless powder with an alkaline taste. Soluble in
water (1:78); almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used in the same way as sodium
carbonate; without advantage over the latter. Lithium
was formerly given to promote the elimination of urates
because it was supposed to have special urate-solvent
properties, but under the conditions existing in the body
these properties do not come into play.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
=Lithii Citras (Lith. Cit.), Lithium Citrate, U.S.P.=
White, odorless powder or granules, with a cooling, faintly
alkaline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.4), very slightly
soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used like citrates of sodium or potassium,
over which it has no advantage. For the supposed
urate-solvent properties of lithium, see Lithii Carbonas.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Lithii Citratis (Elix. Lith. Cit.), Elixir of Lithium Citrate,
N.F._--Lithium citrate (8.5%), in aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol
content about 21 per cent.
USES: An objectionable alcoholic preparation of lithium.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Sal Lithii Citratis Effervescens (Sal. Lith. Cit. Eff.), Effervescent
Salt of Lithium Citrate, N.F._--Lithium citrate (5%), sodium bicarbonate
(57%), tartaric acid (30%) and citric acid, the three last-named
yielding sodium tartrate and sodium citrate.
USES: Superfluous, and in view of its small lithium
content, misnamed.
DOSAGE: 8 Gm. or 2 drachms (N.F.).
=Lithii Salicylas (Lith. Salicyl.), Lithium Salicylate, N.F.=--
White or grayish white odorless powder, with a sweetish taste;
deliquescent in a moist atmosphere. Very soluble in water or
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: As a salicylate, inferior to sodium
salicylate. Adequate doses would produce the toxic effects
of lithium. For the supposed urate-solvent effects of
lithium salts, see =Lithii Carbonas=.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Elixir Lithii Salicylatis (Elix. Lith. Salicyl.), Elixir of Lithium
Salicylate, N.F._--Lithium salicylate (8.5%) in aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content about 21 per cent.
USES: An objectionable alcoholic salicylic preparation.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Lobelia (Lobel.), Lobelia, U.S.P.= (Indian Tobacco).--Leaves and
flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Expectorant, nauseant and emetic,
resembling nicotine. Has fallen into disuse because of
dangerous effects.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Lobeliae (Fldext. Lobel.), Fluidextract of Lobelia,
U.S.P._--Lobelia (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Cc. or 2-1/2 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Lobeliae (Tr. Lobel.), Tincture of Lobelia, U.S.P._ (Lobeliae
Tinctura, P.I.).--Lobelia (10%) in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 46 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
=LOTIONES, LOTIONS= (Washes).--Liquid mixtures, usually of solid
medicinal substances suspended in water for external use.
For the various official lotions see under the names of the respective
principal ingredients. For Lotio Ammoniacalis Camphorata, see under
=Ammonia=; for Lotio Flava, under =Hydrargyri Oxidum Flavum=; for Lotio
Nigra, under =Hydrargyri Chloridum Mite=; for Lotio Plumbi et Opii,
under =Plumbi Acetas=.
=Lupulinum (Lupul.), Lupulin, N.F.=--Glandular powder separated from
hops.
ACTION AND USES: Bitter tonic without material advantage
over gentian. Reputed hypnotic and anaphrodisiac
effects probably attributable to the alcohol in which it is
commonly dissolved.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Lupulini (Fldext. Lupul.), Fluidextract of Lupulin,
N.F._--Lupulin (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
_Oleoresina Lupulini (Oleores. Lupul.), Oleoresin of Lupulin, N.F._--The
ether extract of lupulin.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
=Lycopodium (Lycopod.), Lycopodium, U.S.P.=--The spores of a moss.
Very inflammable.
ACTION AND USES: Used as an inert dusting powder for
the skin, and as diluent for insufflations of boric acid,
tannin, etc., for the throat, nose and ear.
=Macis (Macis), Mace, N.F.=--The arillode (inner covering) removed from
nutmeg (myristica).
Yellowish or brownish, fragrant, branched and lobed bands, or
orange-buff or orange-brown powder, with a warm, aromatic taste.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic flavor and carminative
without advantage over cardamom.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
=MAGMATA, MAGMAS.=--Suspensions of insoluble or nearly insoluble
substances.
=*Magnesii Carbonas (Mag. Carb.), Magnesium Carbonate, U.S.P.=--A
mixture of magnesium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide.
Light, white, friable masses or bulky white powder, odorless and
with a slight earthy taste. Practically insoluble in water;
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used internally against gastric hyperacidity
and as a mild laxative; externally as dusting
powder. See also Magma Magnesiae, under =Magnesii
Hydroxidum=.
DOSAGE: 3 Gm. or 45 grains (U.S.P.).
_Mistura Magnesiae, Asafoetidae et Opii (Mist. Mag. Asafoet. et Opii),
Mixture of Magnesia, Asafetida and Opium, N.F._ (Mistura Magnesiae et
Asafoetidae, N.F. III, Dewees' Carminative).--Magnesium carbonate (5%),
tincture of asafetida (7.5%), tincture of opium (1%), and sugar in
water. Absolute alcohol content about 7 per cent.
USES: Complex and irrational mixture intended for use
in diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Magnesii Chloridum (Magnes. Chlorid.), Magnesium Chloride,
N.F.=--MgCl{2} + 6H{2}O.
Colorless transparent crystals or white translucent pieces;
deliquescent in moist air. Very soluble in water (1:0.6) and
soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to but without advantage
over magnesium sulphate.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (N.F.).
=*Magnesii Citras, Magnesium Citrate.=
_*Liquor Magnesii Citratis (Liq. Mag. Cit.), Solution of Magnesium
Citrate, U.S.P._--Magnesium citrate corresponding to not less than 1.5
per cent. of magnesium oxide.
USES: Efficient and not distasteful mild saline laxative.
DOSAGE: 350 Cc. or 12 fluidounces (1 bottle) (U.S.P.).
=Magnesii Hydroxidum, Magnesium Hydroxide.=
_Magma Magnesiae (Magma Mag.), Magnesia Magma, U.S.P._ (Milk of
Magnesia).--A suspension of magnesium hydroxide in water [equivalent to
about 7% Mg(OH){2}] forming a thick, white liquid.
USES: Widely used as mild alkaline laxative and tooth
wash.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
=*Magnesii Oxidum (Mag. Oxid.), Magnesium Oxide, U.S.P.= (Magnesia,
Calcined Magnesia, Light Magnesia).--MgO (not less than 96%).
A white, bulky, odorless powder with an earthy but not saline
taste. Almost insoluble in water; insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Useful antacid and laxative.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
=Magnesii Oxidum Ponderosum (Mag. Oxid. Pond.), Heavy Magnesium Oxide,
U.S.P.= (Heavy Magnesia).--MgO (96%).
White, dense powder.
ACTION AND USES: Used like magnesium oxide.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Magnesii Sulphas (Mag. Sulph.), Magnesium Sulphate, U.S.P.= (Epsom
Salt).--MgSO{4} + 7H{2}O.
Small, colorless, odorless crystals, with a cooling, saline, bitter
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1); almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: One of the most active of the saline
cathartics.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.), in solution. A
solution containing 1 Gm. of salt in each Cc. may be given,
5 Cc. every hour until a laxative effect is secured. This
should usually be diluted with water.
_Liquor Magnesii Sulphatis Effervescens (Liq. Mag. Sulph. Eff.),
Effervescent Solution of Magnesium Sulphate, N.F._--Magnesium sulphate
(about 7%) with syrup of citric acid, potassium citrate and water.
DOSAGE: The contents of a bottle, about 350 Cc. or nearly
12 fluidounces (N.F.).
=Maltum (Maltum), Malt, U.S.P.=--Malted barley, capable of converting
not less than 5 times its weight of starch into sugars.
Yellowish grains with a characteristic odor and a sweet taste.
ACTION AND USES: Used to digest starch by its diastase.
_Extractum Malti (Ext. Malt.), Extract of Malt, U.S.P._--Syrupy liquid.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.).
=Malvae Folia (Malv. Fol.), Mallow Leaves, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent "herb tea," without definite
indications for its use.
=Mangani Citras Solubilis (Mangan. Cit. Sol.), Soluble Manganese
Citrate, N.F.= (Manganese and Sodium Citrate).
Yellowish or pinkish white powder or translucent scales, odorless
and having a slightly bitter, astringent taste. Freely soluble in
water (1:4) and nearly insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Manganese salts have been tried as
hematinic tonics, but are of very doubtful value. The
choice among the various salts is a matter of convenience.
The soluble citrate is typical of the soluble manganese salts,
the dioxide of the insoluble.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
=Mangani Dioxidum Praecipitatum (Mangan. Diox. Praec.), Precipitated
Manganese Dioxide, U.S.P.=--Chiefly MnO{2}.
Heavy, odorless, tasteless black powder. Insoluble in water or
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: See =Mangani Citras Solubilis=.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
=Mangani Glycerophosphas Solubilis (Mangan. Glycerophos. Sol.), Soluble
Manganese Glycerophosphate, N.F.= (Soluble Manganous
Glycerinophosphate).--A mixture of manganese glycerophosphate and citric
acid.
Yellowish or pinkish white, odorless powder, with an acid taste.
Freely soluble in water (1:4); alcohol dissolves the citric acid
and leaves a residue which is nearly insoluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: As a manganese compound it has no
material advantage over other manganese salts. For a
discussion of glycerophosphates, see =Sodii Glycerophosphas=.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
=Mangani Hypophosphis (Mangan. Hypophos.), Manganese Hypophosphite,
N.F.=--Mn(H{2}PO{2}){2} + H{2}O.
Pink, odorless, nearly tasteless powder. Freely soluble in water
and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: As a manganese compound, has no
material advantage over other manganese salts. For a
discussion of hypophosphites, see =Calcii Hypophosphis=.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
=Mangani Sulphas (Mangan. Sulph.), Manganese Sulphate, N.F.=--MnSO{4}
(about 65%).
Pale rose-colored, translucent, odorless crystals, with a slightly
bitter taste, slightly efflorescent in moist air. Freely soluble in
water (1:1) and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Without material advantage over
other manganese salts.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
=Manna (Manna), Manna, U.S.P.=--A dried sap.
ACTION AND USES: Mild laxative; antiquated.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.) as infusion.
_Syrupus Mannae (Syr. Mann.), Syrup of Manna, N.F._--Manna (12.5%) and
alcohol in syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 6 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=MASSAE, MASSES.=--Soft solid preparations of such consistency that they
can readily be made into pills. For the various masses, see under the
names of the respective drugs.
=Mastiche (Mastic.), Mastic, N.F.=--A resin.
Completely soluble in ether and almost completely soluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative, without special advantage
over cardamom or fennel.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
=Matico (Matic.), Matico, N.F.= (Matico Leaves).
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete genito-urinary "stimulant,"
without advantage over buchu, etc.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Matico (Fldext. Matic.), Fluidextract of Matico,
N.F._--Matico (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Matricaria (Matricar.), Matricaria, U.S.P.= (German Chamomile, Wild
Chamomile).--Flower heads.
ACTION AND USES: Popularly used as a bitter and aromatic
"tea" and poultice, any effects being due mostly to
the hot water.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.).
=Mel (Mel), Honey, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent.
_Mel Depuratum (Mel Depurat.), Clarified Honey, U.S.P._
_Mel Rosae (Mel Rosae), Honey of Rose, U.S.P._--Fluidextract of rose and
clarified honey. Absolute alcohol content about 5 per cent.
USES: Flavoring vehicle; rarely used.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=Melilotus (Melilot.), Melilot, N.F.= (Yellow Sweet Clover).--Leaves and
flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as a stimulant and
antispasmodic and in the treatment of neuralgia especially
associated with debility. Now seldom used; no scientific
indications for its use.
=MELLITA, HONEYS.=--Sweet liquids having honey as a base. For the
various honeys, see under the names of the respective principal
ingredients. For Mel Rosae, see under =Mel=; for Mel Rosae et Sodii
Boratis, see under =Sodii Boras=.
=*Mentha Piperita (Menth. Pip.), Peppermint, U.S.P.=--Leaves and
flowering tops.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative and flavor, used chiefly
in the form of the oil and spirit, which see under =Oleum
Menthae Piperitae=.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
=Mentha Viridis (Menth. Vir.), Spearmint, U.S.P.=--Leaves and flowering
tops.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of peppermint. See
=Oleum Menthae Viridis=.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
=*Menthol (Menthol), Menthol, U.S.P.=--Obtained from oil of peppermint
or other mint oils.
Colorless crystals, with a strong peppermint odor and an aromatic
taste. Slightly soluble in water; very soluble in alcohol,
chloroform or petroleum benzin.
ACTION AND USES: Used locally as counterirritant and
analgesic; sometimes internally as carminative.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain.
_Inunctum Mentholis (Inunct. Menthol.), Menthol Inunction,
N.F._--Menthol (5%) and hydrous wool fat.
_Inunctum Mentholis Compositum (Inunct. Menthol. Co.), Compound Menthol
Inunction, N.F._--Menthol (5%), methyl salicylate (10%) and hydrous wool
fat.
_Menthol Camphoratum (Menthol Camph.), Camphorated Menthol, N.F._
(Campho-Menthol, N.F. III, Camphor and Menthol).--Camphor (47.5%),
menthol (47.5%) and alcohol.
_Nebula Mentholis (Nebul. Menthol.), Menthol Spray, N.F._--Menthol (2%)
in light liquid petrolatum.
_Nebula Mentholis Composita (Nebul. Menthol. Co.), Compound Menthol
Spray, N.F._--Menthol (1%), camphor (1%), methyl salicylate, eucalyptol
and oil of cinnamon in light liquid petrolatum.
_Petroxolinum Mentholis (Petrox. Menthol.), Menthol Petroxolin, N.F._
(Menthol Petrox).--Menthol (17%) in liquid petroxolin.
=Menyanthes (Menyanth.), Menyanthes, N.F.= (Buckbean, Marsh
Trefoil).--Leaves of _Menyanthes trifoliata_.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete bitter; no special indications
for its use.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=*Methylis Salicylas (Methyl. Salicyl.), Methyl Salicylate, U.S.P.=
(Oleum Gaultheriae, U.S.P. VIII, Oil of Wintergreen, Oleum Betulae,
U.S.P. VIII, Oil of Sweet Birch, Oil of Teaberry).--Produced
synthetically or obtained from wintergreen (oil of wintergreen) or from
birch (oil of sweet birch).
Colorless, yellowish or reddish liquid, with a wintergreen odor and
taste. Sparingly soluble in water and miscible with alcohol and
glacial acetic acid.
ACTION AND USES: Chiefly used as flavor. In sufficient
amounts, antirheumatic and antipyretic.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Cc. or 12 minims (U.S.P.). May be
applied externally either pure or diluted (10%) in ointment.
For absorption through the skin is best diluted with
a fatty oil.
_Petroxolinum Methylis Salicylatis (Petrox. Methyl. Salicyl.), Methyl
Salicylate Petroxolin, N.F._ (Methyl Salicylate Petrox).--Methyl
salicylate (20%), in liquid petroxolin.
=Methylthioninae Chloridum (Methylthionin. Chlor.), Methylthionine
Chloride, U.S.P.= (Methylthioninae Hydrochloridum, U.S.P. VIII,
Methylene Blue).
Dark green powder or crystals with a bronze-like luster. Freely
soluble in water and alcohol, forming a deep blue solution.
ACTION AND USES: Sometimes used as urinary antiseptic;
also in the treatment of malaria and some neuralgic conditions.
In the latter use, is of doubtful value.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
=Mezereum (Mezereum), Mezereum, U.S.P.= (Mezereon).--A bark.
ACTION AND USES: Antiquated antisyphilitic and vesicant.
_Fluidextractum Mezerei (Fldext. Mezer.), Fluidextract of Mezereum,
N.F._--Mezereum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
=MISTURAE, MIXTURES.=--Liquid preparations containing insoluble or
partly soluble medicinal substances suspended in them.
For the various official mixtures, see under the names of the respective
principal ingredients. For Mistura Adstringens, see under =Cupri
Sulphas=; for Mistura Camphorae Acida, Mistura Carminativa and Mistura
Glycyrrhizae Composita, under =Opium=; for Mistura Ferri Composita,
under =Ferri Carbonas=; for Mistura Camphorae Aromatica and Mistura
Oleo-Balsamica, under =Oleum Lavandulae=; for Mistura Pectoralis Stokes,
under =Ammonii Carbonas=.
=Morphina (Morphina), Morphine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from
opium.
Colorless or white, odorless crystals or powder. Very slightly
soluble in water (1:3,340) and soluble in alcohol (1:210).
ACTION AND USES: Central analgesic, hypnotic and
respiratory sedative and depressant; also constipative. Is
only slightly depressant to the circulation. Eliminated
mainly through the bowels. Should not be used to control
cough if this is associated with marked expectoration. Its
habit-forming power should be constantly remembered.
DOSAGE: 0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain (U.S.P.).
=*Morphinae Hydrochloridum (Morph. Hydrochl.), Morphine Hydrochloride,
U.S.P.= (Morphine Chloride).
White, odorless needles, masses or powder. Soluble in water
(1:17.5) and in alcohol (1:52).
ACTION AND USES: See =Morphina=.
DOSAGE: 0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Morphinae et Acaciae (Syr. Morph. et Acac.), Syrup of Morphine
and Acacia, N.F._ (Syrupus Pectoralis, N.F. III, Jackson's Pectoral
Syrup).--Morphine hydrochloride (0.055%) flavored with oil of sassafras
in syrup of acacia.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Morphinae Sulphas (Morph. Sulph.), Morphine Sulphate, U.S.P.=--
White, odorless crystals or masses. Soluble in water (1:15.2) and
slightly soluble in alcohol (1:565).
ACTION AND USES: See =Morphina=.
DOSAGE: 0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Pini Strobi Compositus cum Morphina (Syr. Pin. Strob. c.
Morph.), Compound Syrup of White Pine with Morphine, N.F._ (Syrupus Pini
Strobi Compositus, N.F. III).--Morphine sulphate (0.04%) in compound
syrup of white pine. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
USES: Objectionable expectorant mixture containing
morphine.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Moschus (Mosch.), Musk, U.S.P.= (Tonquin Musk, Deer Musk).--A dried
animal secretion.
ACTION AND USES: Antiquated analeptic.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Moschi (Tr. Mosch.), Tincture of Musk, U.S.P._--Musk (5%) in
diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 48 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
=MUCILAGINES, MUCILAGES.=--Aqueous solutions of gums or the mucilaginous
principles of vegetable substances. For the various mucilages, see under
the names of the respective drugs.
=MULLAE, MULLS.=--Ointments of high fusing points spread on soft muslin
or "mull." For the various mulls, see under the names of the respective
active constituents.
=Myrica (Myrica), Bayberry Bark, N.F.=--Bark of the root.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly recommended as digestive,
nutritive and nervous stimulant. No scientific indications
for its use.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
_Pulvis Myricae Compositus (Pulv. Myric. Co.), Compound Powder of
Bayberry, N.F._ (Composition Powder).--Bayberry bark (60%), Jamaica
ginger (30%), capsicum and clove.
USES: An obsolete carminative.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=Myristica (Myrist.), Myristica, U.S.P.= (Nutmeg).
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic and carminative.
=*Myrrha (Myrrh.), Myrrh, U.S.P.= (Gum Myrrh).--A gum resin.
ACTION AND USES: Protective and local stimulant to the
mucous membranes. Internally, carminative.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Myrrhae (Tr. Myrrh.), Tincture of Myrrh, U.S.P._--Myrrh (20%)
in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 87 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
=NEBULAE, SPRAYS.=--Spray solutions, intended for the application of
medicaments in solution to the throat and nose by means of suitable
atomizers. For Nebula Aromatica, see under =Petrolatum Liquidum=; for
the various other sprays, see under =Eucalyptol=, =Menthol= and
=Thymol=.
=Nitrogenii Monoxidum (Nitrogen. Monox.), Nitrogen Monoxide, U.S.P.=
(Nitrous Oxide, "Laughing Gas").--N{2}O.
A colorless gas with a slight characteristic odor and a sweetish
taste.
ACTION AND USES: For inhalation anesthesia.
=*Nux Vomica (Nux Vom.), Nux Vomica, U.S.P.= (Strychni Semen,
P.I.).--Seeds yielding not less than 2.5 per cent. of alkaloids, chiefly
strychnine and brucine.
ACTION AND USES: Used as bitter stomachic and tonic,
depending on its strychnine.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Extractum Nucis Vomicae (Ext. Nuc. Vom.), Extract of Nux Vomica,
U.S.P._ (Powdered Extract of Nux Vomica, Nucis Vomicae Extractum
P.I.).--Yields about 16 per cent. of alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Nucis Vomicae (Fldext. Nuc. Vom.), Fluidextract of Nux
Vomica, U.S.P._--Nux vomica (100%) yielding about 2.5 per cent. of
alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Nucis Vomicae (Tr. Nuc. Vom.), Tincture of Nux Vomica,
U.S.P._ (Strychni Tinctura, P.I.).--Nux vomica (10%) yielding about 0.25
per cent. of alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 71 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
=OLEA INFUSA (OL. INF.), INFUSED OILS, N.F.=--Liquid preparation made by
extracting drugs by fixed oils.
=OLEATA, OLEATES.=--Oleates are combinations of alkaloids or metallic
oxids with oleic acid or with mixtures of oleic acid with a fixed oil.
They have no real advantage over simpler ointments. For the official
oleates see under the names of the respective drugs.
=OLEORESINAE, OLEORESINS.=--Oleoresins are thick liquid preparations
made by extracting the drug with ether, alcohol or acetone. For the
official oleoresins see under the names of the respective drugs.
=OLEOSACCHARA (OLEOSACCHARA), OIL-SUGARS, N.F.=
(Elaeosacchara).--Mixtures of volatile oil (2%) with sugar in fine
powder.
=Oleum Aethereum (Ol. Aether.), Ethereal Oil, N.F.=--A volatile liquid
consisting of equal volumes of heavy oil of wine (chiefly ethyl esters
of sulphuric acid) and ether. An indefinite and obsolete ingredient of
the medieval "Hoffmann's anodyne."
=Oleum Amygdalae Amarae (Ol. Amygd. Amar.), Oil of Bitter Almond,
U.S.P.= (Bitter Almond Oil).--A volatile oil yielding benzaldehyde (not
less than 85%) and hydrocyanic acid (about 3%).
Slightly soluble in water; miscible with alcohol or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent, especially for
emulsions. Also used as a "sedative," but probably without
value.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Cc. or 1/2 minim (U.S.P.).
_Aqua Amygdalae Amarae (Aq. Amygd. Amar.), Bitter Almond Water,
U.S.P._--A solution of oil of bitter almond in water.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Amygdalae Compositum (Elix. Amygd. Co.), Compound Elixir of
Almond, N.F._--Oil of bitter almond, vanillin, orange flower water,
syrup, water and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 5 per cent.
_Spiritus Amygdalae Amarae (Sp. Amygd. Amar.), Spirit of Bitter Almond,
U.S.P._--Oil of bitter almond, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 76 per cent.
=Oleum Amygdalae Expressum (Ol. Amygd. Exp.), Expressed Oil of Almond,
U.S.P.= (Oil of Sweet Almond).--A fixed oil; similar to olive oil.
ACTION AND USES: Emollient, nutritive and laxative.
=Oleum Anisi (Ol. Anisi), Oil of Anise, Oil of Star Anise, U.S.P.=
(Anise Oil).--A volatile oil from anise and from star anise.
Very slightly soluble in water; very soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative and flavor.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.), on sugar.
_Aqua Anisi (Aq. Anisi), Anise Water, U.S.P._--A solution of oil of
anise in water.
_Spiritus Anisi (Sp. Anisi), Spirit of Anise, U.S.P._--Oil of anise
(10%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Oleum Aurantii (Ol. Aurant.), Oil of Orange, U.S.P.= (Oleum Aurantii
Corticis, U.S.P. VIII, Orange Oil, Oil of Sweet Orange).--A volatile
oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and ether.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic flavor.
_Spiritus Aurantii Compositus (Sp. Aurant. Co.), Compound Spirit of
Orange, U.S.P._--Oils of orange, lemon, coriander and anise, in alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 69 per cent.
=Oleum Aurantii Amari (Ol. Aurant. Amar.), Oil of Bitter Orange,
N.F.=--A volatile oil.
Practically insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol (1:4).
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent.
_Elixir Aurantii Amari (Elix. Aurant. Amar.), Elixir of Bitter Orange,
N.F._ (Replacing Elixir Curassao, N.F. III).--Oil of bitter orange,
tincture of bitter orange peel, stronger orange flower water, in syrup,
water and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 28 per cent.
=Oleum Aurantii Florum (Ol. Aurant. Flor.), Oil of Orange Flowers, N.F.=
(Oil of Neroli).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent.
=Oleum Bergamottae (Ol. Bergam.), Oil of Bergamot, N.F.=--A volatile
oil.
Practically insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent.
_Spiritus Odoratus (Sp. Odorat.), Perfumed Spirit, N.F._--Oils of
bergamot, lemon, rosemary, lavender and orange flowers, acetic ether,
water and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
=Oleum Betulae Empyreumaticum Rectificatum (Ol. Bet. Empyr. Rect.),
Rectified Oil of Birch Tar, N.F.= (Rectified Empyroligneous Oil of
Birch, Oleum Rusci Rectificatum).--An oil obtained by the dry
distillation of the bark and wood of white birch.
Insoluble in water; soluble in dehydrated alcohol, ether and
chloroform.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to tar; employed locally as
a stimulant and antiseptic in the treatment of psoriasis
and eczema.
DOSAGE: 2 to 10 per cent. ointment.
=Oleum Cadinum (Ol. Cadin.), Oil of Cade, U.S.P.= (Cade Oil, Oil of
Juniper Tar, Oleum Juniperi Empyreumaticum).--An empyreumatic oil
obtained by the dry distillation of juniper wood.
Nearly insoluble in water; only partially soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Epidermal stimulant in chronic
inflammatory skin diseases, acting similarly to tar.
DOSAGE: 1 to 10 per cent. ointment.
_Petroxolinum Cadini (Petrox. Cadin.), Cade Petroxolin, N.F._ (Cade
Petrox).--Oil of cade (25%) in liquid petroxolin.
=Oleum Cajuputi (Ol. Cajup.), Oil of Cajuput, U.S.P.= (Cajuput Oil, Oil
of Cajuput).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Counterirritant.
=Oleum Cardamomi (Ol. Cardam.), Oil of Cardamom, N.F.=--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; very soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic flavoring agent.
_Elixir Cardamomi Compositum (Elix. Card. Co.), Compound Elixir of
Cardamom, N.F._--Compound spirit of cardamom, alcohol, syrup and water.
Absolute alcohol content about 9 per cent.
_Spiritus Cardamomi Compositus (Sp. Card. Co.), Compound Spirit of
Cardamom, N.F._--Oil of cardamom, anethol, oils of orange, cinnamon,
caraway and clove, in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 72 per
cent.
USES: Flavoring agent.
=Oleum Cari (Ol. Cari), Oil of Caraway, U.S.P.= (Caraway Oil).--A
volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Oleum Caryophylli (Ol. Caryoph.), Oil of Clove, U.S.P.= (Clove Oil,
Oil of Cloves).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Externally, rubefacient and counterirritant;
internally, carminative; to some extent a local
anesthetic.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Oleum Cassiae (Ol. Cass.), Oil of Cinnamon, U.S.P.= (Oleum Cinnamomi,
U.S.P. VIII, Cassia Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic flavor.
_*Aqua Cinnamomi (Aq. Cinnam.), Cinnamon Water, U.S.P._--A saturated
solution of oil of cinnamon in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Spiritus Cinnamomi (Sp. Cinnam.), Spirit of Cinnamon, U.S.P._--Oil of
cinnamon (10%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Oleum Chenopodii (Ol. Chenopod.), Oil of Chenopodium, U.S.P.= (Oil of
American Wormseed).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Anthelmintic, especially for roundworms
and hookworms.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.). Subminimal
doses repeated at intervals of several days become toxic.
=Oleum Coriandri (Ol. Coriand.), Oil of Coriander, U.S.P.= (Coriander
Oil).
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Carminative aromatic.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=Oleum Cubebae (Ol. Cubeb.), Oil of Cubeb, U.S.P.= (Cubeb Oil).--A
volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol (1:18).
ACTION AND USES: Used internally as a stimulating antiseptic,
expectorant and against subacute gonorrhea. Of
doubtful value.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Oleum Eucalypti (Ol. Eucalypt.), Oil of Eucalyptus, U.S.P.=
(Eucalyptus Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Largely used especially for inhalation
in the form of vapor or oily sprays (about 10%) as antiseptic
and deodorant, for subacute and chronic inflammations
of the respiratory mucosae.
=Oleum Foeniculi (Ol. Foenic.), Oil of Fennel, U.S.P.= (Fennel Oil).--A
volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative frequently
employed with purgative medicines to prevent griping.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Aqua Foeniculi (Aq. Foenic.), Fennel Water, U.S.P._--A solution of oil
of fennel in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
=Oleum Gossypii Seminis (Ol. Gossyp. Sem.), Cottonseed Oil, U.S.P.=--A
fixed oil.
ACTION AND USES: Frequently employed in place of olive
oil, in preparations for external use.
=Oleum Juniperi (Ol. Junip.), Oil of Juniper, U.S.P.= (Juniper Oil, Oil
of Juniper Berries).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Irritant diuretic.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.); not given as
such.
_Spiritus Juniperi (Sp. Junip.), Spirit of Juniper, U.S.P._--Oil of
juniper (5%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Spiritus Juniperi Compositus (Sp. Junip. Co.), Compound Spirit of
Juniper, U.S.P._--Oil of juniper (0.4%) and oils of caraway and fennel
in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 66 per cent.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.)
=Oleum Lavandulae (Ol. Lavand.), Oil of Lavender, U.S.P.= (Oleum
Lavandulae Florum U.S.P. VIII).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic and flavoring agent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Acetum Aromaticum (Acet. Arom.), Aromatic Vinegar, N.F._--Acetic acid,
alcohol and water, aromatized with oils of lavender, rosemary, juniper,
peppermint, cinnamon, lemon and clove.
USES: Refreshing inhalant and counterirritant.
_Mistura Camphorae Aromatica (Mist. Camph. Arom.), Aromatic Camphor
Mixture, N.F._ (Parrish's Camphor Mixture).--Camphor water (about 70%)
in compound tincture of lavender and sugar. Absolute alcohol content
about 17.5 per cent.
USES: Aromatic carminative.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Mistura Oleo-Balsamica (Mist. Ol.-Balsam.), Oleo-Balsamic Mixture,
N.F._--Oil of lavender, eugenol, oils of thyme, cinnamon, lemon and
nutmeg with balsam of Peru in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90
per cent.
ACTION AND USES: Local stimulant.
_Spiritus Lavandulae (Sp. Lavand.), Spirit of Lavender, U.S.P._--Oil of
lavender (5%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Lavandulae Composita (Tr. Lavand. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Lavender, U.S.P._ (Compound Spirit of Lavender).--Oil of lavender, oil
of rosemary, Saigon cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and red saunders in alcohol
and water. Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
USES: Aromatic flavor and rubefacient.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.)
=Oleum Limonis (Ol. Limon.), Oil of Lemon, U.S.P.= (Lemon Oil).--A
volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent
=*Oleum Lini (Ol. Lini), Linseed Oil, U.S.P.= (Oil of Flaxseed, Raw
Linseed Oil).--A fixed oil.
ACTION AND USES: Internally, laxative; its disagreeable
taste and odor have made it unpopular. Externally, protective
emollient, especially as Linimentum Calcis (which
see under Calx) in burns.
DOSAGE: 30 Cc. or 1 fluidounce (U.S.P.)
=*Oleum Menthae Piperitae (Ol. Menth. Pip.), Oil of Peppermint, U.S.P.=
(Peppermint Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative and flavoring
agent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Aqua Menthae Piperitae (Aq. Menth. Pip.), Peppermint Water, U.S.P._--A
saturated solution of oil of peppermint in distilled water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.)
_*Spiritus Menthae Piperitae (Sp. Menth. Pip.), Spirit of Peppermint,
U.S.P._ (Essence of Peppermint).--Oil of peppermint (10%), colored with
peppermint in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Trochisci Menthae Piperitae (Troch. Menth. Pip.), Troches of
Peppermint, N.F._--Oil of peppermint, with sugar and mucilage of
tragacanth.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.)
=Oleum Menthae Viridis (Ol. Menth. Vir.), Oil of Spearmint, U.S.P.=
(Spearmint Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic carminative and flavoring
agent.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Aqua Menthae Viridis (Aq. Menth. Vir.), Spearmint Water, U.S.P._--A
solution of oil of spearmint in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Spiritus Menthae Viridis (Sp. Menth. Vir.), Spirit of Spearmint,
U.S.P._--Oil of spearmint (10%), colored with spearmint, in alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 85 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.)
=*Oleum Morrhuae (Ol. Morrh.), Cod Liver Oil, U.S.P.= (Oleum Jecoris
Aselli).--A fixed oil.
ACTION AND USES: Generally considered to be a food
rather than a medicine. Its value depends probably entirely
on its nutritive property. Preferably administered as such
or in the form of recently prepared emulsions.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae (Emuls. Ol. Morrh.), Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil,
U.S.P._--Cod liver oil (50%) with acacia, syrup, methyl salicylate and
water. Other flavors may be substituted for the methyl salicylate.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae cum Calcii Lactophosphate (Emul. Ol. Morrh. c.
Calc. Lactophos.), Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Calcium
Lactophosphate, N.F._--Cod liver oil (50%), calcium lactophosphate (5%),
lactic acid, acacia, syrup of Tolu and water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae cum Calcii Phosphate (Emul. Ol. Morrh. c. Calc.
Phos.), Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Calcium Phosphate, N.F._
(Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Phosphate of Lime).--Cod liver oil
(50%), precipitated calcium phosphate (3.5%), syrup of Tolu, acacia and
water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae cum Hypophosphitibus (Emul. Ol. Morrh. c.
Hypophos.), Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Hypophosphites, N.F._--Cod
liver oil (50%), calcium hypophosphite (1%), potassium hypophosphite and
sodium hypophosphite (each 0.5%), acacia, syrup and water.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae cum Malto (Emul. Ol. Morrh. c. Malt.), Emulsion
of Cod Liver Oil with Malt, N.F._--Cod liver oil (30%), extract of malt
(about 55%), tragacanth and water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae cum Pruno Virginiana (Emul. Ol. Morrh. c. Prun.
Virg.), Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Wild Cherry, N.F._--Cod liver oil
(50%), fluidextract of wild cherry (6.5%), acacia, syrup of Tolu and
water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Emulsum Olei Morrhuae cum Vitello (Emul. Ol. Morrh. c. Vitel.),
Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Egg, N.F._--Cod liver oil (50%),
glycerite of yolk of egg, syrup of Tolu and water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Oleum Myrciae (Ol. Myrc.), Oil of Myrcia, N.F.= (Oil of Bay).--A
volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatizing agent used in bay-rum.
_Spiritus Myrciae Compositus (Sp. Myrciae Co.), Compound Spirit of
Myrcia, N.F._--Oils of myrcia, orange, pimenta, alcohol and water.
Absolute alcohol content about 58 per cent.
USES: Perfume and stimulant to the skin.
=Oleum Myristicae (Ol. Myrist.), Oil of Myristica, U.S.P.= (Myristica
Oil, Oil of Nutmeg).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic flavor and carminative.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=Oleum Olivae (Ol. Oliv.), Olive Oil, U.S.P.=--A fixed oil.
ACTION AND USES: Emollient, laxative and nutrient.
DOSAGE: 30 Cc. or 1 fluidounce (U.S.P.).
=Oleum Picis Liquidae Rectificatum (Ol. Pic. Liq. Rect.), Rectified Oil
of Tar, U.S.P.= (Oleum Picis Liquidae, U.S.P. VIII, Rectified Tar
Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Externally antiseptic, irritant and
parasiticide; used in skin diseases.
DOSAGE: Internally, 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Mistura Olei Picis (Mist. Ol. Pic.), Mixture of Oil of Tar, N.F._
(Mistura Picis Liquidae, Tar Mixture).--Rectified oil of tar (3.5%) and
chloroform (1%), with pure extract of glycyrrhiza, sugar and oil of
peppermint in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 16 per
cent.
USES: Complex, disagreeable expectorant.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Petroxolinum Picis (Petrox. Pic.), Tar Petroxolin, N.F._ (Tar
Petrox).--Rectified oil of tar (25%) in liquid petroxolin.
_Unguentum Picis Compositum (Ung. Pic. Co.), Compound Tar Ointment,
N.F._--Rectified oil of tar (4%), zinc oxide (3%), and tincture of
benzoin in yellow wax, lard and cottonseed oil.
=Oleum Pimentae (Ol. Piment.), Oil of Pimenta, U.S.P.= (Pimento Oil, Oil
of Allspice).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring agent and carminative.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=Oleum Pini Pumilionis (Ol. Pin. Pumil.), Oil of Dwarf Pine Needles,
U.S.P.= (Dwarf Pine Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: More aromatic than oil of turpentine,
and used as an inhalation in catarrh of the respiratory
passages.
=*Oleum Ricini (Ol. Ricin.), Castor Oil, U.S.P.=--A fixed oil.
Soluble in equal parts of alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Effective and prompt cathartic, but
likely to be followed by constipation and therefore not indicated
in chronic constipation. Useful as an initial purge
in acute diarrheas.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Emulsum Olei Ricini (Emul. Ol. Ricin.), Emulsion of Castor Oil,
N.F._--Castor oil (35%), with acacia, flavored with tincture of vanilla,
in syrup and water.
USES: Renders castor oil somewhat less disagreeable.
DOSAGE: 45 Cc. or 1-1/2 fluidounces (N.F.).
_Oleum Ricini Aromaticum (Ol. Ricin. Arom.), Aromatic Castor Oil,
N.F._--Castor oil flavored with benzosulphinide, oil of cinnamon, oil of
clove, vanillin and coumarin.
USES: A partly successful attempt to render castor oil
less disagreeable.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Oleum Rosmarini (Ol. Rosmar.), Oil of Rosemary, U.S.P.= (Rosemary
Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic flavor and carminative.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Oleum Santali (Ol. Santal.), Oil of Santal, U.S.P.= (Santalwood Oil,
Oil of Sandalwood).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Urinary disinfectant and stimulant.
Used in subacute stages of cystitis and gonorrhea.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.), preferably in
capsules.
=Oleum Sassafras (Ol. Sassaf.), Oil of Sassafras, U.S.P.= (Sassafras
Oil).--A volatile oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Flavor; used externally as rubefacient
counterirritant.
=Oleum Sesami (Ol. Sesam.), Sesame Oil, U.S.P.= (Teel Oil, Benne
Oil).--A fixed oil.
ACTION AND USES: Emollient, used as substitute for olive
oil.
=*Oleum Sinapis Volatile (Ol. Sinap. Vol.), Volatile Oil of Mustard,
U.S.P.= (Mustard Oil).--Produced synthetically or from black mustard
seed.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Powerful irritant and rapid vesicant;
employed as counterirritant dissolved in alcohol or fixed
oils.
_Linimentum Sinapis Compositum (Lin. Sinap. Co.), Compound Liniment of
Mustard, N.F._--Volatile oil of mustard (3%), fluidextract of mezereum
(20%) and camphor (6%) in castor oil and alcohol.
USES: Complex and antiquated counterirritant.
_Spiritus Sinapis (Sp. Sinap.), Spirit of Mustard, N.F._--Volatile oil
of mustard (2%) in alcohol.
USES: Rubefacient.
=*Oleum Terebinthinae (Ol. Tereb.), Oil of Turpentine, U.S.P.=
(Turpentine Oil, "Spirits of Turpentine").--A volatile oil obtained from
the oleoresin of pine wood (turpentine).
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Applied externally, rubefacient and
counterirritant. For internal use, see Oleum Terebinthinae
Rectificatum, below.
_Oleum Terebinthinae Rectificatum (Ol. Tereb. Rect.), Rectified Oil of
Turpentine, U.S.P._ (Rectified Turpentine Oil).--Redistilled oil of
turpentine.
USES: Antiseptic, anthelmintic, diuretic and carminative.
Used to relieve tympanites.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (U.S.P.).
_Emulsum Olei Terebinthinae (Emuls. Ol. Tereb.), Emulsion of Oil of
Turpentine, U.S.P._--Rectified oil of turpentine (15%) with expressed
oil of almond, syrup, acacia and water.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 1/2 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Linimentum Terebinthinae (Lin. Terebinth.), Turpentine Liniment,
U.S.P._ (Kentish's Ointment).--Rosin cerate (65%) in oil of turpentine.
_Linimentum Terebinthinae Aceticum (Lin. Terebinth. Acet.), Acetic
Turpentine Liniment, N.F._ (Linimentum Album, Stokes' Liniment, St. John
Long's Liniment).--Oil of turpentine (40%) and acetic acid (8%) with oil
of lemon, fresh egg and rose water.
=*Oleum Theobromatis (Ol. Theobrom.), Oil of Theobroma, U.S.P.= (Butter
of Cacao, Cacao Butter).--A solid fixed oil.
Melts at body temperature.
ACTION AND USES: Used principally in suppositories,
etc.; sometimes in emollient ointments and as a lubricant
in massage.
=Oleum Thymi (Ol. Thymi), Oil of Thyme, U.S.P.= (Thyme Oil).--A volatile
oil.
Nearly insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Rubefacient and counterirritant;
usually applied as a liniment, diluted with a fixed oil or
the well-known soap liniment. Internally, carminative but
now seldom used.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Oleum Tiglii (Ol. Tiglii), Croton Oil, U.S.P.=--A fixed oil.
ACTION AND USES: Very powerful cathartic and gastric
and intestinal irritant, frequently causing violent vomiting
and purging, sometimes followed by collapse. Externally,
rubefacient and vesicant.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.). Preferably
administered in drop doses on sugar or in a pill with
bread or other absorbent.
_Collodium Tiglii (Collod. Tiglii), Croton Oil Collodion, N.F._--Croton
oil (10%) and flexible collodion.
USES: There is no advantage in applying croton oil with
collodion.
_Linimentum Tiglii (Lin. Tiglii), Liniment of Croton Oil, N.F._
(Linimentum Crotonis).--Croton oil (13%), oil of cajuput, and alcohol.
_Linimentum Tiglii Compositum (Lin. Tiglii Co.), Compound Croton Oil
Liniment, N.F._--Croton oil, oil of sassafras and oil of turpentine
(each 20%) and olive oil.
=*Opium (Opium), Opium, U.S.P.=--The dried juice of the opium poppy.
Yields not less than 9.5 per cent. of anhydrous morphine.
ACTION AND USES: Like those of morphine, but opium is absorbed more
slowly, and is generally preferred in the treatment of the
gastro-intestinal tract, especially for the purpose of checking
diarrhea. It is ineffective for external or local application, because
the opium alkaloids are not absorbed to any appreciable extent through
the unbroken skin.
The routine use of complicated mixtures containing opiates deserves
condemnation, since opium should not be prescribed unless it is
adapted to the conditions of the individual patient.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Acetum Opii (Acet. Opii), Vinegar of Opium, N.F._--Opium (10%) in
diluted acetic acid, flavored with nutmeg and sugar.
USES: An obsolete and superfluous preparation.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Extractum Opii (Ext. Opii), Extract of Opium, U.S.P._ (Powdered
Extract of Opium, Opii Extractum, P.I.).--One Gm. extract represents
about 2 Gm. opium. Yields about 20 per cent. of anhydrous morphine.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_Linimentum Opii Compositum (Lin. Opii Co.), Compound Liniment of Opium,
N.F._ (Canada Liniment).--Tincture of opium (10%), camphor (1.75%), oil
of peppermint (2.5%) in alcohol, fresh egg albumen, ammonia water and
oil of turpentine. Absolute alcohol content about 28 per cent.
USES: Irrational opium preparation.
_Mistura Camphorae Acida (Mist. Camph. Acid.), Acid Camphor Mixture,
N.F._ (Mistura Antidysenterica, Hope's Mixture).--Tincture of opium
(1.2%) and nitric acid (1.75%) in camphor water.
USES: Against diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Mistura Carminativa (Mist. Carminat.), Carminative Mixture, N.F._
(Dalby's Carminative).--Tincture of opium (2.5%), magnesium carbonate
(6.5%), potassium carbonate (0.3%), with oils of caraway, fennel and
peppermint in syrup and water.
USES: Against colic.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
_Mistura Glycyrrhizae Composita (Mist. Glycyrrh. Co.), Compound Mixture
of Glycyrrhiza, U.S.P._ (Brown Mixture).--Camphorated tincture of opium
(12%), antimony and potassium tartrate (0.024%), with pure extract of
glycyrrhiza, syrup, acacia and spirit of nitrous ether in water.
Absolute alcohol content about 8 per cent.
USES: A misnamed but popular expectorant, efficient
mainly through its opium and antimony.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Mistura Opii et Chloroformi Composita (Mist. Opii et Chlorof. Co.),
Compound Mixture of Opium and Chloroform, N.F._ (Squibb's Diarrhea
Mixture).--Tincture of opium (20%), spirit of camphor (20%), tincture of
capsicum (10%), chloroform (8%) and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content
about 75 per cent.
USES: Against diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Mistura Opii et Rhei Composita (Mist. Opii et Rhei Co.), Compound
Mixture of Opium and Rhubarb, N.F._ (Sun Cholera Mixture).--Tincture of
opium (20%), tincture of rhubarb (10%), tincture of capsicum (10%),
spirit of camphor (20%), spirit of peppermint and alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 78 per cent.
USES: Against diarrhea.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Mistura Opii et Sassafras (Mist. Opii et Sassaf.), Mixture of Opium and
Sassafras, N.F._ (Mistura Sassafras et Opii, N.F. III, Mistura Opii
Alkalina, Godfrey's Cordial).--Tincture of opium (3.5%) and oil of
sassafras (0.1%) with alcohol and potassium carbonate in syrup and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 6.5 per cent.
USES: Sedative.
DOSAGE: Infants, 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.).
_*Opii Pulvis (Opii Pulv.), Powdered Opium, U.S.P._ (Opii Pulvis,
P.I.).--Contains about 10.25 per cent. of anhydrous morphine.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Opium Deodoratum (Opium Deod.), Deodorized Opium, U.S.P._--Opium
extracted with benzin. Yields about 10.25 per cent. of anhydrous
morphine.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Opium Granulatum (Opium Gran.), Granulated Opium, U.S.P._--Yields about
10.25 per cent. of anhydrous morphine.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Pilulae Opii, Digitalis et Quininae (Pil. Opii Digit. et Quin.), Pills
of Opium, Digitalis and Quinine, N.F._ (Niemeyer Pills for
Phthisis).--Each pill contains powdered opium (0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain),
digitalis and quinine sulphate (each 0.065 Gm. or 1 grain) with
clarified honey.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Opii et Camphorae (Pil. Opii et Camph.), Pills of Opium and
Camphor, N.F._--Each pill contains powdered opium (0.065 Gm. or 1 grain)
and camphor (0.13 Gm. or 2 grains) with clarified honey.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Opii et Plumbi (Pil. Opii et Plumb.), Pills of Opium and Lead,
N.F._--Each pill contains powdered opium and lead acetate (each 0.065
Gm. or 1 grain) with clarified honey.
USES: Constipative. The internal use of lead is rarely
advisable.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pulvis Cretae et Opii Aromaticus (Pulv. Cret. et Opii Arom.), Aromatic
Powder of Chalk and Opium, N.F._--Powdered opium (2.5%) and aromatic
powder of chalk.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_*Pulvis Ipecacuanhae et Opii (Pulv. Ipecac. et Opii), Powder of Ipecac
and Opium, U.S.P._ (Compound Powder of Ipecac, Dover's Powder, Opii et
Ipecacuanhae Pulvis Compositus, P.I.).--Powdered opium and ipecac (each
10%) with sugar of milk.
USES: Especially as diaphoretic in incipient colds.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Ipecacuanhae et Opii (Syr. Ipecac. et Opii), Syrup of Ipecac
and Opium, N.F._ (Syrup of Dover's Powder).--Tincture of ipecac and
opium (8.5%) flavored with spirit of cinnamon and cinnamon water in
syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Tinctura Ipecacuanhae et Opii (Tr. Ipecac. et Opii), Tincture of Ipecac
and Opium, N.F._ (Tincture of Dover's Powder).--Tincture of deodorized
opium (100%) and fluidextract of ipecac (10%) in diluted alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 15 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Opii (Tr. Opii), Tincture of Opium, U.S.P._ (Laudanum, Opii
Tinctura, P.I.).--Granulated opium (10%) yielding about 1 per cent. of
anhydrous morphine in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 46
per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims.
_*Tinctura Opii Camphorata (Tr. Opii Camph.), Camphorated Tincture of
Opium, U.S.P._ (Paregoric, Opii Tinctura Benzoici P.I.).--Powdered opium
and camphor (each 0.4%), benzoic acid, oil of anise and glycerin in
diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 46 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Opii Crocata (Tr. Opii Crocat.), Tincture of Opium with
Saffron, N.F._ (Sydenham's Laudanum, Tinctura Opii Crocata,
P.I.).--Granulated opium (10%) with saffron, Saigon cinnamon and clove
in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Opii Deodorati (Tr. Opii Deod.), Tincture of Deodorized
Opium, U.S.P._--Opium (10%, a purified or deodorized aqueous extract
yielding about 1% anhydrous morphine), in alcohol and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 19 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Pectoralis (Tr. Pectoral.), Pectoral Tincture, N.F._ (Guttae
Pectorales, Pectoral Drops, Bateman's Pectoral Drops).--Opium (0.4%),
gambir (about 0.3%), camphor (0.4%), with oil of anise and caramel in
diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 50 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
=Ovi Albumen Recens (Ovi Album.), Fresh Egg Albumen, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Used in pharmacy.
=Ovi Vitellum Recens (Ovi Vitel.), Fresh Egg Yolk, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Emulsifying agent.
_Glyceritum Vitelli (Glycer. Vitell.), Glycerite of Egg Yolk, N.F._
(Glyconin).--Fresh yolk of egg and glycerin.
=Ovum Gallinaceum (Ovum Gallin.), Fresh Egg, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Used in pharmaceutical preparations.
=*Oxygenium (Oxygen.), Oxygen, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Inhaled for relief of asphyxia, carbon
monoxide poisoning, etc.
=*Pancreatinum (Pancreat.), Pancreatin, U.S.P.=--Contains enzymes from
the pancreas of the hog or beef, principally amylopsin, trypsin and
steapsin. Converts not less than 25 per cent. of its own weight of
starch into sugars.
A cream-colored powder with a faint odor.
ACTION AND USES: Chiefly for the predigestion of protein
and starchy foods. Incompatible with acids and is
therefore destroyed by the action of normal gastric juice.
Occasionally used to assist gastric digestion in achlorhydria
but the administration of dilute hydrochloric acid
seems preferable. When the pancreatic juice is absent
pancreatin may be given in salol-coated pills.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Pancreatini (Liq. Pancreat.), Solution of Pancreatin, N.F._
(Liquor Pancreaticus, N.F. III, Pancreatic Solution).--Pancreatin
(1.75%), sodium bicarbonate (5%), with compound spirit of cardamom,
sodium chloride and chloroform in alcohol, glycerin and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 6 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Pulvis Pancreatini Compositus (Pulv. Pancreat. Co.), Compound
Pancreatin Powder, N.F._ (Pulvis Pancreaticus Compositus, N.F. III,
Peptonizing Powder).--Pancreatin (20%) and sodium bicarbonate.
USES: Predigestion of milk.
=Papaveris Fructus (Papav. Fruct.), Poppy Capsules, N.F.=--Fully grown
unripe poppy heads.
ACTION AND USES: Weak and unreliable opiate.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Papaveris (Syr. Papaver.), Syrup of Poppy, N.F._--Poppy
capsules (10%) in syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Paracoto (Paracot.), Paracoto, N.F.=--Bark of an unidentified tree.
ACTION AND USES: At one time used in diarrhea. The
identity of the drug is uncertain and there is no scientific
evidence for its value; hence it is now little used.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Paracoto (Fldext. Paracot.), Fluidextract of Paracoto,
N.F._ (Fluidextractum Coto, N.F. III).--Paracoto (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 75 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Paracoto (Tr. Paracoto), Tincture of Paracoto, N.F._ (Tinctura
Coto, N.F. III).--Paracoto (12.5%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content
about 90 per cent.
USES: Antidiarrheic, of doubtful efficacy.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Paraffinum (Paraff.), Paraffin, U.S.P.=--A purified mixture of solid
hydrocarbons, usually obtained from petroleum.
A white, waxy, odorless and tasteless solid, greasy to the touch,
melting between 50 and 57 C.
ACTION AND USES: Used in surgery for prosthetic purposes
and in pharmacy for raising the melting point of
ointments and similar products.
=Paraformaldehydum (Paraform.), Paraformaldehyde, U.S.P.= (Paraform,
Trioxymethylene).--A polymeric form of formaldehyde.
White friable masses or powder with a slight odor of formaldehyde.
Soluble in cold water, insoluble in alcohol or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Employed in place of formaldehyde
to disinfect rooms by vaporization in presence of moisture
(to insure formation of formaldehyde). As it is active
only if decomposed there may be some doubt as to its
efficiency. Internally, it has been used as intestinal antiseptic,
but is probably useless and may be harmful.
=*Paraldehydum (Paraldehyd.), Paraldehyde, U.S.P.=--A polymer of
acetaldehyde.
A colorless liquid, having a strong, characteristic odor and an
extremely unpleasant taste, and producing first a burning and then
a cooling sensation in the mouth. Soluble in water (1:8), and
miscible with alcohol or chloroform.
ACTION AND USES: Prompt and fairly active hypnotic
and sedative devoid of serious side-effects.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.). Best administered
with cracked ice or ice-cold liquids.
=Pareira (Pareira), Pareira, N.F.= (Pareira Brava).--Roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete bitter tonic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Pareirae (Fldext. Pareir.), Fluidextract of Pareira,
N.F._--Pareira (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Passiflora (Passiflor.), Passion Flower, N.F.= (Passion Vine).--Dried
herbage.
ACTION AND USES: Exploited by manufacturers of proprietary
remedies for the treatment of insomnia, but
probably inert.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Passiflorae (Tr. Passiflor.), Tincture of Passion Flower,
N.F._--Passion flower (20%), in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 45 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
=PASTAE DERMATOLOGICAE, DERMATOLOGIC PASTES.=--Dermatologic pastes are
medicaments for external use. They are ointment-like mixtures containing
starch or dextrin with glycerin, soft soap, petrolatum or lard mixed
with some active medicinal agent. For the official dermatologic pastes
see under the names of the principal constituents.
=*Pelletierinae Tannas (Pellet. Tann.), Pelletierine Tannate, U.S.P.=--A
mixture of alkaloids from pomegranate.
A light yellow, odorless powder with an astringent taste. Slightly
soluble in water (1:240) and soluble in alcohol (1:16).
ACTION AND USES: Anthelmintic and teniafuge.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.). May be
administered suspended in water. Should be given on an
empty stomach followed after one or two hours by brisk
purging. Not more than 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains should be
given.
=Pepo (Pepo), Pepo, U.S.P.= (Pumpkin Seed).
ACTION AND USES: Domestic anthelmintic; probably
inefficient.
DOSAGE: 30 Gm. or 1 ounce (U.S.P.)
=*Pepsinum (Pepsin.), Pepsin, U.S.P.=--Contains a proteolytic ferment or
enzyme from the stomach of the hog.
White or yellowish scales, grains, or powder, having a slightly
acid or saline taste and no offensive odor. Soluble in water
(1:50); nearly insoluble in alcohol. Digests 3000 times its own
weight of coagulated egg albumen.
ACTION AND USES: Used to assist in the gastric digestion
of proteins. Usually superfluous, since gastric juice generally
contains sufficient pepsin to perform gastric digestion.
The alcohol of the elixirs and wines may be distinctly
harmful in gastric disorders, while the other ingredients
of the many complex mixtures need be prescribed only when
direct indications for them exist. Many of these mixtures
are irrational.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Pepsini (Elix. Cinchon. Ferr.
et Pepsin.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids, Iron and Pepsin, N.F._
(Elixir Cinchonae, Ferri et Pepsini, N.F. III, Elixir of Calisaya,
Alkaloidal with Iron and Pepsin).--Glycerite of pepsin (20%) and elixir
of cinchona alkaloids and iron. Absolute alcohol content about 15 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Pepsini (Elix. Pepsin.), Elixir of Pepsin, N.F._--Glycerite of
pepsin (20%), glycerin (10%), hydrochloric acid (0.4%) and aromatic
elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 15 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Pepsini, Bismuthi et Strychninae._--See under =Strychnina=.
_Elixir Pepsini et Bismuthi (Elix. Pepsin. et Bism.), Elixir of Pepsin
and Bismuth, N.F._--Pepsin (0.85%), glycerin (12.5%), glycerite of
bismuth (12.5%) in water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content
about 10 per cent.
USES: This preparation lacks the protective action of the
basic bismuth salts.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Pepsini et Ferri (Elix. Pepsin. et Ferr.), Elixir of Pepsin and
Iron, N.F._--Tincture of ferric citro-chloride (7.5%) and elixir of
pepsin. Absolute alcohol content about 15 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Pepsini et Rennini Compositum (Elix. Pepsin. et Rennin. Co.),
Compound Elixir of Pepsin and Rennin, N.F._ (Essentia Pepsini, N.F.
III).--Pepsin (2.25%), rennin (1.65%), lactic acid, tincture of sweet
orange peel, glycerin, alcohol, oil of myristica and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 19 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Glyceritum Pepsini (Glycer. Pepsin.), Glycerite of Pepsin,
N.F._--Pepsin (8.5%), hydrochloric acid (1%) in glycerin and water.
DOSAGE: 3 Cc. or 45 minims (N.F.).
_Liquor Pepsini (Liq. Pepsin.), Solution of Pepsin, N.F._--Glycerite of
pepsin (5%) and hydrochloric acid (1%) in glycerin and water.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Liquor Pepsini Antisepticus (Liq. Pepsin. Antisept.), Antiseptic
Solution of Pepsin, N.F._--Pepsin (5%), menthol, eucalyptol, methyl
salicylate, alcohol, glycerin and diluted hydrochloric acid in water.
Absolute alcohol content about 1 per cent.
USES: This solution appears misnamed, since its administration
cannot render the stomach antiseptic.
_Liquor Pepsini Aromaticus (Liq. Pepsin. Arom.), Aromatic Solution of
Pepsin, N.F._--Pepsin (1.75%), oils of cinnamon, pimenta and clove,
alcohol, hydrochloric acid and glycerin in water. Absolute alcohol
content about 3 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Pepsinum Saccharatum (Pepsin. Sacchar.), Saccharated Pepsin,
N.F._--Pepsin (10%) with sugar of milk.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Succus Citri et Pepsinum (Suc. Cit. et Pepsin.), Lime Juice and Pepsin,
N.F._ (Succus Limettae cum Pepsino, N.F. III).--Glycerite of pepsin
(40%) and lime juice.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Vinum Pepsini (Vin. Pepsin.), Wine of Pepsin, N.F._ (Pepsin
Wine).--Glycerite of pepsin (20%) in alcohol and sherry wine. Absolute
alcohol content about 23 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Persio (Persio), Cudbear, N.F.= (Red Indigo).--A purplish-red powder
prepared from lichens.
ACTION AND USES: Coloring agent.
_Tinctura Persionis (Tr. Persion.), Tincture of Cudbear, N.F._--Cudbear
in alcohol and water.
USES: To impart a reddish color.
_Tinctura Persionis Composita (Tr. Persion. Co.), Compound Tincture of
Cudbear, N.F._--Cudbear and caramel in alcohol and water.
USES: To impart a reddish-brown color.
=*Petrolatum (Petrolat.), Petrolatum, U.S.P.= (Petrolatum Ointment,
Petroleum Jelly).--A purified mixture of semisolid hydrocarbons from
crude petroleum.
An unctuous, nearly odorless and nearly tasteless semisolid.
Insoluble in water and almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Protective to the skin and basis for
ointments, etc.
_Emulsum Petrolati (Emul. Petrolat.), Emulsion of Petrolatum, N.F._
(Emulsum Petrolei, N.F. III).--Petrolatum (22.5%), expressed oil of
almond and acacia in syrup and water flavored with tincture of lemon
peel.
USES: Emollient laxative.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Petrolatum Album (Petrolat. Alb.), White Petrolatum, U.S.P.= (White
Petroleum Jelly).--Petrolatum decolorized or nearly so.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of petrolatum.
_*Petrolatum Liquidum (Petrolat. Liq.), Liquid Petrolatum, U.S.P._
(Liquid Paraffin, Mineral Oil).--A mixture of liquid hydrocarbons.
Official as Heavy Liquid Petrolatum and Light Liquid Petrolatum.
A colorless, transparent, oily, nearly odorless and nearly
tasteless liquid. Insoluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Vehicle for medicinal agents to be
applied externally or to the mucous membranes of the
nose and throat. Also given internally largely for its
mechanical action in constipation. Is not absorbed by the
intestine and has no nutritive properties.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Nebula Aromatica (Nebul. Arom.), Aromatic Oil Spray, N.F._
(Aromatol).--Light liquid petrolatum aromatized with phenol, menthol,
thymol, camphor, benzoic acid, eucalyptol, oil of cinnamon, oil of clove
and methyl salicylate.
USES: An aromatic spray.
_Petroxolinum Liquidum (Petrox. Liq.), Liquid Petroxolin, N.F._
(Petrolatum Saponatum Liquidum, N.F. III, Liquid Petrox).--Light liquid
petrolatum and ammonium oleate, scented with oil of lavender and diluted
with water and alcohol.
USES: A soap-emulsion of petrolatum intended as vehicle
for oily applications.
_Petroxolinum Spissum (Petrox. Spiss.), Solid Petroxolin, N.F._
(Petrolatum Saponatum Spissum, N.F. III, Solid Petrox).--An ointment
composed of ammonium oleate, white wax, light liquid petrolatum and
alcohol scented with oil of lavender.
=Petroselini Radix (Petrosel. Rad.), Parsley Root, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete carminative.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Petroselini Radicis (Fldext. Petrosel. Rad.),
Fluidextract of Parsley Root, N.F._--Parsley root (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=Petroselinum (Petrosel.), Parsley Fruit, U.S.P.= (Parsley Seed).
ACTION AND USES: See the oleoresin below.
_Oleoresina Petroselini (Oleores. Petrosel.), Oleoresin of Parsley
Fruit, U.S.P._ (Liquid Apiol).
USES: Advertised as an emmenagogue, but of doubtful
value.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
=PETROXOLINA, PETROXOLINS.=--The petroxolins are solutions or
suspensions of active medicaments in a mixture of ammonia soap and
petrolatum or liquid petrolatum. Their advantage over other forms of
external applications is doubtful. For official petroxolins see under
the names of the principal ingredients.
=*Phenol (Phenol), Phenol, U.S.P.= (Carbolic Acid).--Hydroxybenzene
obtained from coal-tar or made synthetically.
Colorless crystals or white crystalline masses, sometimes becoming
reddish, with a characteristic odor. Soluble in water (1:15), and
very soluble in alcohol, glycerin or the fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Standard antiseptic and germicide;
also local anesthetic and caustic.
_Aqua Phenolata (Aq. Phenol.), Phenolated Water, N.F._ (Carbolic Acid
Water).--Phenol (2%) in water.
_Glyceritum Phenolis (Glycer. Phenol.), Glycerite of Phenol, U.S.P._
(Glycerite of Carbolic Acid).--Liquefied phenol (20%) in glycerin.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (U.S.P.).
_Oleum Phenolatum (Ol. Phenol.), Phenolated Oil, N.F._ (Oleum
Carbolatum, N.F. III, Carbolized Oil).--Phenol (5%) in olive oil.
USES: A mild local stimulant and anesthetic but practically
not antiseptic.
_Petroxolinum Phenolis (Petrox. Phenol.), Phenol Petroxolin, N.F._
(Phenol Petrox).--Phenol (5%) in liquid petroxolin.
_Petroxolinum Phenolis Camphoratum (Petrox. Phenol. Camph.), Camphorated
Phenol Petroxolin, N.F._ (Camphorated Phenol Petrox).--Phenol (12.5%)
and camphor (37.5%) in liquid petroxolin.
_*Phenol Liquefactum (Phenol Liq.), Liquefied Phenol, U.S.P._ (Liquefied
Carbolic Acid).--Phenol liquefied by water (about 10%).
A colorless liquid, which may become reddish.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).
_Unguentum Phenolis (Ung. Phenol.), Ointment of Phenol, U.S.P._
(Ointment of Carbolic Acid).--Liquefied phenol (2.25%) in ointment.
=Phenol Iodatum (Phenol Iodat.), Iodized Phenol, N.F.= (Acidum
Carbolicum Iodatum, N.F. III).--Iodine (20%) and phenol (60%) in
glycerin.
=*Phenolphthaleinum (Phenolphthal.), Phenolphthalein, U.S.P.=
White or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Almost insoluble
in water; soluble in alcohol (1:13).
ACTION AND USES: Mild but efficient cathartic. It may
cause some irritation to the rectum and lower bowel and
very large doses have produced alarming secondary
symptoms.
DOSAGE: 0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Trochisci Phenolphthaleini (Troch. Phenolphthal.), Troches of
Phenolphthalein, N.F._--Each troche contains phenolphthalein (0.06 Gm.
or 1 grain) with acacia, sugar, vanillin and carmine.
DOSAGE: 1 troche
=*Phenylis Salicylas (Phenyl. Salicyl.), Phenyl Salicylate, U.S.P.=
(Salol).
White powder, with an aromatic odor and a slight, characteristic
taste. Slightly soluble in water (1:6670); freely soluble in
alcohol (1:6), and in fixed or volatile oils.
ACTION AND USES: Intestinal antiseptic, by the liberation
of phenol and salicylic acid.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.) best in powder;
may be inclosed dry in capsules or cachets.
=*Phosphorus (Phosphor.), Phosphorus, U.S.P.=
Translucent, nearly colorless, waxy solid with a characteristic
odor, becoming white, red or black on the surface on long keeping.
Readily inflammable in air (preserved under water). Almost
insoluble in water, to which phosphorus imparts its characteristic
odor and taste; slightly soluble in dehydrated alcohol (1:400) and
soluble in chloroform (1:17).
ACTION AND USES: In rickets for stimulation of bone
formation. Its use as "nerve-food" is irrational.
DOSAGE: 0.5 mg. or 1/120 grain (U.S.P.). May be
administered in pills or as phosphorated oil (1:100). The
preparations are unreliable unless they have been recently
made, since phosphorus rapidly loses its efficiency through
oxidation.
_Elixir Phosphori (Elix. Phosphor.), Elixir of Phosphorus,
N.F._--Phosphorus (0.025%) and chloroform in alcohol, glycerin and water
flavored with compound spirit of orange and oil of anise. Absolute
alcohol content about 32 per cent. Deteriorates rapidly.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Phosphori et Nucis Vomicae (Elix. Phosphor. et Nuc. Vom.),
Elixir of Phosphorus and Nux Vomica, N.F._--Tincture of nux vomica
(3.5%) and elixir of phosphorus. Absolute alcohol content about 32 per
cent.
USES: An irrational "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Liquor Phosphori (Liq. Phosphor.), Solution of Phosphorus, N.F._
(Thompson's Solution of Phosphorus).--Phosphorus (0.07%) in glycerin and
dehydrated alcohol flavored with spirit of peppermint. Absolute alcohol
content about 35 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
_Oleum Phosphoratum (Ol. Phosphorat.), Phosphorated Oil,
N.F._--Phosphorus (1%), dissolved in ether and added to expressed oil of
almond.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (N.F.).
_Pilulae Phosphori (Pil. Phosphor.), Pills of Phosphorus, U.S.P._--Each
pill should contain phosphorus (0.6 mg. or 1/100 grain) coated with
tolu.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (U.S.P.).
=Physostigma (Physostig.), Physostigma, U.S.P.= (Calabar Bean, Ordeal
Bean).--Yields not less than 0.15 per cent. of alkaloids (chiefly
physostigmine).
ACTION AND USES: Antitetanic, antineuralgic, peristaltic.
See =Physostigminae Salicylas=, which has the same actions
and deserves preference because of its uniform composition.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.). Not used as
such.
_Extractum Physostigmatis (Ext. Physostig.), Extract of Physostigma,
U.S.P._ (Powdered Extract of Physostigma).--One Gm. extract represents
about 13 Gm. of physostigma. Yields about 2 per cent. of alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.008 Gm. or 1/8 grain (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Physostigmatis (Tr. Physostig.), Tincture of Physostigma,
U.S.P._ (Tincture of Calabar Bean).--Physostigma (10%), yielding about
0.015 per cent. of alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 92 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Physostigminae Salicylas (Physostig. Salicyl.), Physostigmine
Salicylate, U.S.P.= (Eserine Salicylate).
Colorless or nearly colorless, odorless crystals. Soluble in water
(1:75) and in alcohol (1:16).
ACTION AND USES: Stimulant of parasympathetic nerve
endings. Used especially as a powerful miotic, particularly
in glaucoma, sometimes internally against ileus or intestinal
paresis.
DOSAGE: Internally, 0.001 Gm. or 1/60 grain (U.S.P.).
Externally, solutions (should be freshly prepared) from
0.1 to 1 per cent.
=Phytolacca (Phytolac.), Phytolacca, N.F.= (Poke Root).
ACTION AND USES: Unreliable irritant, emetic, cathartic
and "alterative."
DOSAGE: Emetic, 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.); alterative,
0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Phytolaccae (Fldext. Phytolac.), Fluidextract of
Phytolacca, N.F._--Phytolacca (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40
per cent.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.); alterative,
0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (N.F.).
=*Pilocarpinae Hydrochloridum (Pilocarpin. Hydrochl.), Pilocarpine
Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Pilocarpine Chloride).
Colorless, odorless crystals with a faintly bitter taste. Very
soluble in water (1:0.3) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:3).
ACTION AND USES: Used especially to increase sweat and
other secretions, also as miotic. Must be used with caution
when the circulation is weak.
DOSAGE: By mouth 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.);
hypodermic, 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.). Best
administered by hypodermic injection.
=*Pilocarpinae Nitras (Pilocarpin. Nit.), Pilocarpine Nitrate, U.S.P.=
Shining, odorless crystals. Freely soluble in water (1:4) and
soluble in alcohol (1:75).
ACTION AND USES: Has no advantage over pilocarpine
hydrochloride.
DOSAGE: By mouth, 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.);
hypodermic, 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.).
=Pilocarpus (Pilocarp.), Pilocarpus, U.S.P.= (Jaborandi).--Leaves,
yielding 0.6 per cent. of alkaloids (chiefly pilocarpine).
ACTION AND USES: See Pilocarpine.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains.
_Fluidextractum Pilocarpi (Fldext. Pilocarp.), Fluidextract of
Pilocarpus, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Jaborandi).--Pilocarpus (100%),
yielding about 0.6 per cent. of alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content
about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=PILULAE, PILLS.=--Pills are dosage forms of medicinal substances
intended for administration by the mouth. For the official pills see
under the names of the principal ingredients. For Pilulae ad Prandium
see under =Aloe=; for Pilulae Antidyspepticae, under =Strychnina=; for
Pilulae Antimonii Compositae, under =Antimonium Sulphuratum=; for
Pilulae Antiperiodicae and Pilulae Antiperiodicae sine Aloe, under
=Quininae Sulphas=; for Pilulae Catharticae Compositae, Pilulae
Catharticae Vegetabiles and Pilulae Laxativae Post Partum, under
=Colocynthis=; for Pilulae Ferri, Quininae, Aloes et Nucis Vomicae,
under =Ferri Sulphas=; for Pilulae Ferri, Quininae Strychninae et Arseni
Fortiores and Pilulae Ferri, Quininae, Strychninae et Arseni Mites,
under =Ferri Reductum=; for Pilulae Laxativae Compositae, under
=Aloinum=.
=Pimenta (Piment.), Pimenta, N.F.= (Pimento, Allspice).--Nearly ripe
fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic; stomachic; has no advantage
over cardamom.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=Pimpinella (Pimpinell.), Pimpinella, N.F.= (Pimpernel Root).--Rhizome
and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as a diuretic, diaphoretic
and stomachic. Now obsolete; no definite indications
for its use.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains.
_Tinctura Pimpinellae (Tr. Pimpinel.), Tincture of Pimpinella,
N.F._--Pimpinella (20%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Pinus Alba (Pinus Alb.), White Pine Bark, N.F.=--Inner bark.
ACTION AND USES: Used as "expectorant" in proprietary
cough syrups. Of doubtful value.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains.
_Syrupus Pini Strobi Compositus (Syr. Pin. Strob. Co.), Compound Syrup
of White Pine, N.F._--White pine bark and wild cherry (each 8.5%),
aralia (1%), balsam poplar buds (1%), sanguinaria (0.8%), sassafras
(0.7%) and chloroform (0.6%) in glycerin, alcohol and syrup, colored
with cudbear and flavored with oil of sassafras. Absolute alcohol
content about 12 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Pini Strobi Compositus cum Morphina._--See under =Morphinae
Sulphas=.
=Piper (Piper), Pepper, U.S.P.= (Black Pepper).
ACTION AND USES: Sometimes used as carminative,
generally in the form of the oleoresin, which is highly
irritant.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Oleoresina Piperis (Oleores. Piper.), Oleoresin of Pepper, U.S.P._
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
=*Pix Liquida (Pix Liq.), Tar, U.S.P.= (Pine Tar).--Obtained by the
destructive distillation of pine wood.
A semiliquid viscid blackish-brown substance, with an empyreumatic
odor and taste. Slightly soluble in water; miscible with alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Externally, as antiseptic and stimulant
in chronic diseases of the skin associated with thickening
and scaling. Internally, as irritant expectorant in subacute
bronchitis.
DOSAGE: Internally, 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.) as
syrup. Externally, in ointment, at first from 2 to 4 per
cent., later in higher strength.
_Glyceritum Picis Liquidae (Glycer. Pic. Liq.), Glycerite of Tar,
N.F._--Tar (6.3%) in glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 12 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Liquor Picis Alkalinus (Liq. Pic. Alk.), Alkaline Solution of Tar,
N.F._--Tar (25%), in potassium hydroxide (12.5%), and water.
_Syrupus Picis Liquidae (Syr. Pic. Liq.), Syrup of Tar, U.S.P._--Tar
(0.5%) in alcohol, mixed with syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 5
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_*Unguentum Picis Liquidae (Ung. Pic. Liq.), Tar Ointment, U.S.P._--Tar
(50%), yellow wax and lard.
_Vinum Picis (Vin. Pic.), Wine of Tar, N.F._--Tar (10%) in alcohol and
sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 29 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Pix Lithanthracis (Pix Lith.), Coal Tar, N.F.= (Pix
Carbonis).--Obtained by the destructive distillation of coal.
Nearly black semisolid, with a characteristic naphthalene-like odor
and a sharp, burning taste. Only slightly soluble in water;
partially dissolved by alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic and irritant; used in skin
diseases in the form of:
_Liquor Picis Carbonis (Liq. Pic. Carbon.), Coal Tar Solution,
N.F._--Coal tar (20%), quillaja and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content
about 75 per cent.
=*Plumbi Acetas (Plumb. Acet.), Lead Acetate, U.S.P.= (Sugar of
Lead).--Pb(CH{3}COO){2} + 3H{2}O.
Colorless, shining transparent crystals or heavy white crystalline
masses, efflorescent, with a faint vinegar odor and a sweetish,
astringent, afterward metallic taste. Freely soluble in water
(1:1.4) and soluble in alcohol (1:38).
ACTION AND USES: Seldom used internally for fear of
lead poisoning. Externally, used as astringent lotion.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Lotio Plumbi et Opii (Lot. Plumb. et Opii), Lotion of Lead and Opium,
N.F._ (Lead and Opium Wash).--A mixture of lead acetate (1.75%) and
tincture of opium (3.5%) in water.
USES: A popular but irrational application, astringent
and protective, but not a true anesthetic. The opium alkaloids
are not absorbed to any appreciable extent through
the unbroken skin.
=Plumbi Carbonas (Plumb. Carb.), Lead Carbonate, N.F.= (White Lead).--A
mixture of lead carbonate and hydroxide.
Heavy, white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in alcohol or
water.
ACTION AND USES: External protective and astringent,
without marked advantage over zinc oxide or the bismuth
preparations, but involving some danger of lead poisoning.
=Plumbi Iodidum (Plumb. Iod.), Lead Iodide, N.F.=--PbI{2}.
Heavy, bright yellow, odorless, tasteless powder. Very slightly
soluble in water (1:1,300), and in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Has been used externally in the form
of an ointment for application to glandular enlargement
and for chronic joint enlargement. Its use is irrational.
_Unguentum Plumbi Iodidi (Ung. Plumb. Iod.), Ointment of Lead Iodide,
N.F._--Lead iodide (10%), and benzoinated lard.
=Plumbi Oxidum (Plumb. Oxid.), Lead Oxide, U.S.P.= (Litharge).--PbO.
Heavy yellowish or reddish-yellow, odorless and tasteless powder or
minute scales. Almost insoluble in water; insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used to make pharmaceutical
preparations.
_Emplastrum Plumbi (Emp. Plumb.), Lead Plaster, U.S.P._ (Diachylon
Plaster).--Lead oleate obtained by heating a mixture of lead oxide,
olive oil and lard.
USES: Used in plaster masses and as a basis for
diachylon ointment.
_Unguentum Diachylon (Ung. Diachyl.), Diachylon Ointment, U.S.P._--Lead
plaster (50%), oil of lavender and white petrolatum.
=Plumbi Oxidum Rubrum (Plumb. Oxid. Rub.), Red Oxide of Lead, N.F.= (Red
Lead).--Chiefly Pb{3}O{4}.
Heavy, odorless, tasteless red powder. Almost insoluble in water;
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of =Plumbi Carbonas=.
=Plumbi Subacetas, Lead Subacetate.=
ACTION AND USES: Astringent; used externally in the
form of the following preparations:
_Ceratum Plumbi Subacetatis (Cerat. Plumb. Subacet.), Cerate of Lead
Subacetate, N.F._ (Goulard's Cerate).--A mixture of solution of lead
subacetate (20%), camphor (2%), wool fat, white wax, and white
petrolatum.
_*Liquor Plumbi Subacetatis (Liq. Plumb. Subacet.), Solution of Lead
Subacetate, U.S.P._ (Goulard's Extract).--Contains lead subacetate
corresponding to about 18 per cent. of lead, Pb.
_Liquor Plumbi Subacetatis Dilutus (Liq. Plumb. Subacet. Dil.), Diluted
Solution of Lead Subacetate, U.S.P._ (Lead Water).--Solution of lead
subacetate (4%) with water.
=*Podophyllum (Podoph.), Podophyllum, U.S.P.= (Mandrake, May Apple
Rhizome).--Yields not less than 3 per cent. of resin.
ACTION AND USES: See the resin, below.
_Extractum Podophyllum (Ext. Podophyl.), Extract of Podophyllum,
N.F._--A hydro-alcoholic extract.
DOSAGE: 0.015 Gm. or 1/4 grain (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Podophylli (Fldext. Podophyll.), Fluidextract of
Podophyllum, U.S.P._--Podophyllum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Resina Podophylli (Res. Podoph.), Resin of Podophyllum, U.S.P._
(Podophyllin).--The resin from podophyllum.
USES: Slow but effective and rather irritant cathartic.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.).
=Populi Gemmae (Pop. Gem.), Balsam Poplar Buds, N.F.= (Balm of Gilead
Buds).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to but without advantage
over cubeb or turpentine. Used almost exclusively in proprietary
medicines and imitations.
=Potassae Chlorinata, Chlorinated Potassa.=
_Liquor Potassae Chlorinatae (Liq. Pot. Chlorinat.), Solution of
Chlorinated Potassa, N.F._ (Liquor Potassae Chlorate, Javelle
Water).--Potassium carbonate (5.8%), chlorinated lime (8%) and water.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of Liquor Sodae
Chlorinatae, which see under =Soda Chlorinata=.
=Potassa Sulphurata (Pot. Sulphurat.), Sulphurated Potassa, U.S.P.=
(Liver of Sulphur).--Chiefly potassium polysulphides and potassium
thiosulphate.
Irregular pieces, at first liver-brown, later greenish-yellow to
gray, with a strong hydrogen sulphide odor and a bitter, acrid,
alkaline taste. Very soluble in water; alcohol dissolves only the
sulphides. Incompatible with acids and the salts of the heavy
metals.
ACTION AND USES: Employed as a parasiticide and to
stimulate and soften the skin in chronic cutaneous diseases.
=*Potassii Acetas (Pot. Acet.), Potassium Acetate, U.S.P.=--KCH{3}COO.
White, odorless or nearly odorless powder or crystalline masses
with a warming, saline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:0.5) and
in alcohol (1:2.9).
ACTION AND USES: Systemic alkali and diuretic, practically
equivalent to sodium acetate. It can easily be administered
in water and milk, so that there appears to be little
excuse for the alcoholic elixirs.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Potassii Acetatis (Elix. Pot. Acet.), Elixir of Potassium
Acetate, N.F._--Potassium acetate (8.5%), and aromatic elixir. Absolute
alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Potassii Acetatis et Juniperi (Elix. Pot. Acet. et Junip.),
Elixir of Potassium Acetate and Juniper, N.F._--Potassium acetate
(8.5%), fluidextract of juniper (12.5%) and aromatic elixir. Absolute
alcohol content about 23 per cent.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Potassii Arsenas, Potassium Arsenate.=
_Liquor Arsenicalis Clemens (Liq. Ars. Clemens), Clemens' Solution of
Arsenic, N.F._ (Liquor Potassi Arsenatis et Bromidi, N.F. III, Solution
of Potassium Arsenate and Bromides).--Contains potassium arsenate
corresponding to about 1 per cent. of arsenic trioxide, As{2}O{3}.
USES: A superfluous arsenic solution.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.).
=Potassii Arsenis, Potassium Arsenite.=
_*Liquor Potassii Arsenitis (Liq. Pot. Arsen.), Solution of Potassium
Arsenite, U.S.P._ (Fowler's Solution, Liquor Arsenicalis, Liquor
Arsenicalis Fowleri, P.I.).--Arsenic trioxide (1%) and potassium
bicarbonate (2%) in compound tincture of lavender and water. Contains
potassium arsenite corresponding to 1 per cent. of As{2}O{3}.
USES: The most frequently used inorganic arsenical
preparation. It has an alkaline reaction and therefore
tends to precipitate alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Potassii Bicarbonas (Pot. Bicarb.), Potassium Bicarbonate,
U.S.P.=--KHCO{3}.
Colorless, transparent crystals or white, granular powder, odorless
and having a saline, slightly alkaline taste. Freely soluble in
water (1:2.8) and almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Mild alkali; similar to sodium bicarbonate,
but without advantage over the latter.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Antisepticus Alkalinus (Liq. Antisept. Alk.), Alkaline
Antiseptic Solution, N.F._--Potassium bicarbonate (3.2%), sodium borate
(3.2%) and sodium benzoate (0.8%) with thymol, eucalyptol, oil of
peppermint, methyl salicylate and cudbear in alcohol, glycerin and
water.
USES: Of slight value as antiseptic, but a pleasant
cleansing gargle.
=*Potassi Bitartras (Pot. Bitart.), Potassium Bitartrate, U.S.P.= (Cream
of Tartar).
Colorless, slightly opaque crystals or white, somewhat gritty
powder, odorless and having an acidulous taste. Only slightly
soluble in water (1:155) and very slightly soluble in alcohol
(1:8,820).
ACTION AND USES: Diuretic and aperient. Frequently
administered in combination with jalap as a hydragogue
cathartic. See _Pulvis Jalapae Compositus_ under =Jalapa=.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Potassii Bromidum (Pot. Brom.), Potassium Bromide, U.S.P.=--KBr.
White crystals or granular powder, odorless and having a strongly
saline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.5); slightly soluble in
alcohol (1:250).
ACTION AND USES: Nerve sedative; diminishes reflex
excitability and depresses the motor area of the cortex.
Similar to sodium bromide, but more likely to disturb
digestion.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.); preferably
administered by itself in simple dilute solutions; increased
if necessary. Long-continued administration should be
interrupted occasionally to prevent bromism and accumulation
in the system.
_Elixir Potassii Bromidi (Elix. Pot. Brom.), Elixir of Potassium
Bromide, N.F._--Potassium bromide (17.5%) in syrup, water and aromatic
elixir; may be colored with compound tincture of cudbear. Absolute
alcohol content about 7.5 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Sal Potassii Bromidi Effervescens (Sal Pot. Brom. Eff.), Effervescent
Salt of Potassium Bromide, N.F._ (Pulvis Potassii Bromidi Effervescens,
N.F. III).--Potassium bromide (16.6%), sodium bicarbonate (53%),
tartaric acid (20.4%) and citric acid, the last-named three yielding
sodium citrate and sodium carbonate.
DOSAGE: 6 Gm. or 1-1/2 drachms.
_Sal Potassii Bromidi Effervescens Compositus (Sal Pot. Brom. Eff. Co.),
Compound Effervescent Salt of Potassium Bromide, N.F._ (Pulvis Potassii
Bromidi Effervescens cum Caffeina, N.F. III, Effervescent Potassium
Bromide with Caffeine).--Caffeine (0.8%) and potassium bromide (8.3%) in
a mixture of sodium bicarbonate (58.7%), lithium carbonate (4.2%),
tartaric acid (18%) and citric acid. (Yielding citrate and tartrate of
lithium and sodium.)
USES: "Headache" mixture; generally undesirable.
DOSAGE: 6 Gm. or 1-1/2 drachms (N.F.).
_Syrupus Bromidorum (Syr. Bromidor.), Syrup of the Bromides,
N.F._--Potassium bromide and sodium bromide (each 8%), ammonium bromide
(5%), calcium bromide (2.5%), lithium bromide (0.8%) flavored with
tincture of vanilla and colored with compound tincture of cudbear in
compound syrup of sarsaparilla and syrup.
USES: It is very improbable that this complex mixture
has any advantage over a simple bromide.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Potassii Carbonas (Pot. Carb.), Potassium Carbonate,
U.S.P.=--K{2}CO{3}. (A hydrated form is sold as salt of tartar).
White, odorless, deliquescent granular powder with a strongly
alkaline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.9), but insoluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Strongly alkaline and caustic; very
dilute solutions sometimes used as antacid.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Potassii Chloras (Pot. Chloras), Potassium Chlorate, U.S.P.=--KClO{3}.
Colorless, lustrous crystals or white, granular powder, odorless
and having a saline taste. Soluble in water (1:11.5) and almost
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used as mouthwash and gargles in
stomatitis, etc. Large doses are actively poisonous, causing
disintegration of the blood corpuscles. Has been used in
the form of gargle and troches for sore throat (swallowing
the latter may be dangerous).
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Trochisci Potassii Chloratis (Troch. Pot. Chlorat.), Troches of
Potassium Chlorate, U.S.P._--Each troche contains potassium chlorate
(0.15 Gm. or 2-1/2 grains) with sugar and tragacanth.
=Potassii Chloridum (Pot. Chlorid.), Potassium Chloride, N.F.=--KCl.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and having a saline
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:2.8) and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended for use as
table salt in place of sodium chloride, in cases in which the
absorption of salt was thought to be undesirable. Its value
is not established.
=*Potassii Citras (Pot. Cit.), Potassium Citrate, U.S.P.=
Transparent crystals or white, granular powder; odorless and having
a cooling saline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.6) and almost
insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Systemic alkali and diuretic like
potassium acetate, but more laxative.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_*Potassii Citras Effervescens (Pot. Cit. Eff.), Effervescent Potassium
Citrate, U.S.P._--An effervescent mixture representing potassium citrate
(20%), sodium citrate (27.55%) and sodium tartrate (38.7%).
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Potassii Citratis (Liq. Pot. Cit.), Solution of Potassium
Citrate, U.S.P._--Potassium citrate (8%) in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
=*Potassii et Sodii Tartras (Pot. et Sod. Tart.), Potassium and Sodium
Tartrate, U.S.P.= (Rochelle Salt).
Transparent crystals or white powder, odorless and having a
cooling, saline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.9).
ACTION AND USES: Saline cathartic, of relatively unobjectionable
taste.
DOSAGE: 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.) in water.
_*Pulvis Effervescens Compositus (Pulv. Eff. Co.), Compound Effervescing
Powder, U.S.P._ (Seidlitz Powder).--The blue paper contains sodium
bicarbonate (2.5 Gm.) and potassium and sodium tartrate (7.5 Gm.). The
white paper contains tartaric acid (2.16 Gm.).
DOSAGE: 1 set of two powders (U.S.P.).
=*Potassii Hydroxidum (Pot. Hydrox.), Potassium Hydroxide, U.S.P.=
(Caustic Potash, Potassium Hydrate).--KOH (not less than 85%).
Dry white or nearly white, odorless, deliquescent, hard and brittle
flakes, masses or sticks. Very soluble in water (1:0.9) and freely
soluble in alcohol (1:3).
ACTION AND USES: Internally, an antacid, but objectionable
for it is more irritant than the bicarbonate and
without advantage over the latter. Externally, caustic and
solvent, but too diffluent.
_*Liquor Potassii Hydroxidi (Liq. Pot. Hydrox.), Solution of Potassium
Hydroxide, U.S.P._ (Liquor Potassae, Solution of Potassa).--KOH (not
less than 4.5%).
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Potassa cum Calce (Pot. c. Calc.), Potassa with Lime, N.F._--Potassium
hydroxide (50%) and calcium oxide.
USES: Caustic.
=Potassii Hypophosphis (Pot. Hypophos.), Potassium Hypophosphite,
U.S.P.=--KH{2}PO{2}. (Caution should be observed in handling this
product to avoid explosion.)
White, opaque deliquescent plates, crystalline masses or granular
powder, odorless and having a pungent, saline taste. Very soluble
in water (1:0.6) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:9).
ACTION AND USES: Introduced in common with other
hypophosphites as a cure for tuberculosis; since used as
"nerve-foods." There is no proof that the hypophosphites
exert any physiologic effect, influence any pathologic process,
or have any food value.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Potassii Iodidum (Pot. Iod.), Potassium Iodide, U.S.P.=--KI.
Transparent, translucent or opaque crystals or white granular
powder, with a pungent, saline, afterward bitter taste. Very
soluble in water (1:0.7) and soluble in alcohol (1:22).
Incompatible with mineral acids and oxidizing agents and should
not be prescribed in solution with alkaloids or alkaloid-containing
drugs.
ACTION AND USES: Saline expectorant, especially in
asthma and chronic bronchitis; diuretic; antisyphilitic;
"alterative" in rheumatic conditions, sclerosis, etc.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.); best administered
in simple solution and well diluted; in lues the dose
should be gradually increased to the limit of tolerance.
_Unguentum Potassii Iodidi (Ung. Pot. Iod.), Ointment of Potassium
Iodide, N.F._--Potassium iodide (10%), sodium thiosulphate (1%), water
and benzoinated lard.
USES: An irrational method of administering potassium
iodide, as none of the drug is absorbed through the skin.
=Potassi Nitras (Pot. Nitras), Potassium Nitrate, U.S.P.=
(Saltpetre).--KNO{3}.
Transparent crystals or white powder, odorless and having a cooling
saline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:2.8) and slightly soluble
in alcohol (1:620).
ACTION AND USES: Diuretic, irritant to kidneys and
intestines; has largely gone out of use.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Charta Potassii Nitratis (Chart. Pot. Nit.), Potassium Nitrate Paper,
N.F._--Paper impregnated with potassium nitrate.
USES: The smoke is inhaled in asthma, but is not very
effective.
=*Potassii Permanganas (Pot. Permang.), Potassium Permanganate,
U.S.P.=--KMnO{4}.
Slender, dark purple odorless crystals, with a taste (in solution)
at first sweet, afterward disagreeable and astringent. Soluble in
water (1:13.5), forming violet-red to rose-colored solutions which
stain the fingers and clothes. Decomposed by alcohol and glycerin.
Should not be brought into contact with organic or other readily
oxidizable substances.
ACTION AND USES: Effective deodorant, disinfectant and
astringent. Internally as emmenagogue, probably useless.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.), usually in pills.
For application to the skin, 1:500 solution.
=Potassii Sulphas (Pot. Sulph.), Potassium Sulphate, N.F.=--K{2}SO{4}.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and having a saline,
somewhat bitter taste. Freely soluble in water (1:10) and insoluble
in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Saline purgative closely resembling
sodium sulphate in its action, but without advantage over
the latter.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=Prunum (Prunum), Prune, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: One of the ingredients in confection
of senna but seldom used in medicine apart from this.
=*Prunus Virginiana (Prun. Virg.), Wild Cherry, U.S.P.= (Wild Black
Cherry Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Sedative expectorant, mainly used as
flavor.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Pruni Virginianae (Fldext. Prun. Virg.), Fluidextract of
Wild Cherry, N.F._--Wild cherry (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Infusum Pruni Virginianae (Inf. Prun. Virg.), Infusion of Wild Cherry,
N.F._--Wild cherry (4%), in glycerin and water.
DOSAGE: 60 Cc. or 2 fluidounces (N.F.).
_*Syrupus Pruni Virginianae (Syr. Prun. Virg.), Syrup of Wild Cherry,
U.S.P._--Wild cherry bark (15%), in glycerin and syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Vinum Pruni Virginianae (Vin. Prun. Virg.), Wine of Wild Cherry,
N.F._--Wild cherry (25%) in water, alcohol, sugar and sherry wine.
Absolute alcohol content about 23 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Vinum Pruni Virginianae Ferratum (Vin. Prun. Virg. Ferr.), Ferrated
Wine of Wild Cherry, N.F._--Tincture of ferric citrochloride (8%) in
wine of wild cherry. Absolute alcohol content about 21 per cent.
USES: Superfluous "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Pulsatilla (Pulsatil.), Pulsatilla, N.F.= (Pasque Flower, Meadow
Anemone).--The plant.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended as an alterative,
sedative and antispasmodic. Has been used in syphilis
with undoubted harmful results because of its inefficiency.
Its use is fortunately decreasing.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Pulsatillae (Tr. Pulsatil.), Tincture of Pulsatilla,
N.F._--Pulsatilla (10%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 65 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=PULVERES, POWDERS.=--The official powders are mixtures of several
substances in powdered form. For the preparations now official see under
the names of the principal constituents. For Pulvis Antimonialis, see
under =Antimonii Oxidum=; for Pulvis Antisepticus, see under =Zinci
Sulphas=; for Pulvis Aromaticus and Pulvis Cretae Aromaticus, under
=Cinnamomum Saigonicum=; for Pulvis Aromaticus Rubefaciens, under
=Caryophyllus=; Pulvis Cretae Aromaticus et Opii, under =Opium=; for
Pulvis Effervescens Compositus, under =Potassii et Sodii Tartras=; for
Pulvis Glycyrrhizae Compositus, under =Senna=; for Pulvis Ipecacuanhae
et Opii, under =Opium=, and for Pulvis Talci Compositus, under =Acidum
Salicylicum=.
=Pumex (Pumex), Pumice, N.F.=--Consists chiefly of complex silicates of
volcanic origin.
ACTION AND USES: Used as an abrasive material, and in
pharmacy as an absorbent.
=Pyrethrum (Pyreth.), Pyrethrum, U.S.P.= (Pellitory Root).
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete, irritant sialagogue and
local irritant.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Pyrethri (Tr. Pyreth.), Tincture of Pyrethrum, U.S.P._
(Tincture of Pellitory).--Pyrethrum (20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 90 per cent.
USES: External.
=Pyrogallol (Pyrogall.), Pyrogallol, U.S.P.= (Pyrogallic
Acid).--Trihydroxybenzene.
Light, white or nearly white, odorless, bitter laminae, fine
needles or powder. Freely soluble in water (1:1.7) and in alcohol
(1:1.3).
ACTION AND USES: Irritant antiseptic in chronic skin
diseases. Internally highly toxic.
DOSAGE: 5 per cent. ointment.
=Pyroxylinum (Pyroxylin.), Pyroxylin, U.S.P.= (Soluble Gun
Cotton).--Chiefly cellulose tetranitrate.
A yellowish-white matted mass of filaments, resembling raw cotton
in appearance; very inflammable. Slowly but completely soluble in a
mixture of three volumes of ether and one volume of alcohol. Also
soluble in acetone and in glacial acetic acid. Practically
insoluble in alcohol or water.
ACTION AND USES: Basis for collodions.
_*Collodium (Collod.), Collodion, U.S.P._--Pyroxylin (4%) in a mixture
of ether and alcohol.
USES: Used to form a protective film and as a vehicle
for external applications.
_*Collodium Flexile (Collod. Flex.), Flexible Collodion, U.S.P._--A
mixture of collodion (95%) with camphor (2%) and castor oil (3%).
USES: More pliable than collodion and does not contract
as much in drying.
=Quassia (Quass.), Quassia, U.S.P.= (Bitter Wood).
ACTION AND USES: Simple bitter stomachic (more disagreeable
than gentian); an infusion is also used as enema
in the treatment of pinworms.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Quassiae (Ext. Quas.), Extract of Quassia, N.F._ (Powdered
Extract of Quassia).--An aqueous extract diluted with starch, 1 Gm.
representing 10 Gm. of quassia.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Quassiae (Fldext. Quass.), Fluidextract of Quassia,
N.F._--Quassia (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Quassiae (Tr. Quas.), Tincture of Quassia, U.S.P._--Quassia
(20%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 30 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Quercus (Querc.), Quercus, N.F.= (White Oak Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Tannin-bearing astringent, without
advantage over krameria, etc.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Quercus (Fldext. Querc.), Fluidextract of Quercus,
N.F._--Quercus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Quillaja (Quillaja), Quillaja, N.F.= (Soap-tree Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Contains saponin and has been recommended
as an expectorant. Similar to, but without advantage
over senega. Has been used as a detergent and as an
emulsifying agent; in the latter use is objectionable.
_Tinctura Quillajae (Tr. Quillaj.), Tincture of Quillaja,
N.F._--Quillaja (20%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 30 per cent.
=Quinidina (Quinid.), Quinidine, N.F.=--An alkaloid isomeric with
quinine.
White, odorless crystals or powder, with an intense and persistent
bitter taste.
ACTION AND USES: At one time recommended as a cheap
substitute for quinine. Inferior and obsolete.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (N.F.); antimalarial,
1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.) daily.
_Syrupus Quinidinae (Syr. Quinid.), Syrup of Quinidine, N.F._
(Bitterless Syrup of Quinidine).--Quinidine (3.3%) and oil of orange in
syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Quinina (Quin.), Quinine, U.S.P.=--Obtained from cinchona bark.
White, odorless, intensely bitter powder. Very slightly soluble in
water (1:1560), and very soluble in alcohol (1:0.8).
ACTION AND USES: Bitter tonic, analgesic and antipyretic;
specific against malaria. Contraindicated in ear diseases.
Idiosyncrasies are common.
The official quinine salts are more numerous than is necessary. Those
that are starred would meet every indication.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.); antimalarial,
at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (U.S.P.).
_Oleatum Quininae (Oleat. Quin.), Oleate of Quinine, N.F._--Quinine
(25%) in oleic acid.
=*Quininae Bisulphas (Quin. Bisulph.), Quinine Bisulphate,
U.S.P.=--Quinine acid sulphate.
Transparent or whitish, odorless, very bitter crystals. Freely
soluble in water (1:9) and soluble in alcohol (1:23).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to, and without advantage
over, =Quininae Dihydrochloridum=.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
antimalarial, at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Antiperiodica (Tr. Antiperiod.), Antiperiodic Tincture, N.F._
(Warburg's Tincture).--Quinine bisulphate (2%), extract of aloes
(1.75%), rhubarb (0.8%), angelica fruit, elecampane, saffron, fennel,
gentian, zedoary, cubeb, myrrh, camphor, agaric, pepper, Saigon cinnamon
and Jamaica ginger in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about
55 per cent.
USES: Antiquated, complex and irrational quinine
mixture.
DOSAGE: From 4 to 15 Cc. or 1 to 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Tinctura Antiperiodica sine Aloe (Tr. Antiperiod. s. Aloe),
Antiperiodic Tincture without Aloes, N.F._ (Warburg's Tincture without
Aloes).--The same as the preceding (Tinctura Antiperiodica) with the
omission of extract of aloes.
USES AND DOSAGE: See Tinctura Antiperiodica.
=Quininae Dihydrochloridum (Quin. Dihydrochl.), Quinine Dihydrochloride,
U.S.P.=
White, odorless, very bitter powder. Very soluble in water (1:0.6),
and soluble in alcohol (1:12).
ACTION AND USES: Used where concentrated solutions of
quinine are wanted, as for subcutaneous injections, etc.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
antimalarial, at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (U.S.P.).
=*Quininae et Ureae Hydrochloridum (Quin. et Urea. Hydrochl.), Quinine
and Urea Hydrochloride, U.S.P.= (Quinine and Urea Chloride).--A double
salt of quinine and urea.
Colorless, translucent crystals or white, granular powder, odorless
and having a very bitter taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.9) and
freely soluble in alcohol (1:2.4).
ACTION AND USES: Much less irritating than ordinary
quinine salts and therefore suited for hypodermic injections,
in malaria or as local anesthetic.
DOSAGE: Hypodermic, one dose daily, 1 Gm. or 15 grains
(U.S.P.). For local anesthesia (hypodermic) solution
of from 0.25 to 1 per cent.; (applied to mucous membranes),
solutions of from 10 to 20 per cent.
=Quininae Glycerophosphas (Quin. Glycerophos.), Quinine
Glycerophosphate, N.F.= (Quinine Glycerinophosphate).
Fine, white, odorless crystals or powder, with a very bitter taste.
ACTION AND USES: Expensive and superfluous quinine
salt.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (N.F.); antimalarial,
1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=Quininae Hydrobromidum (Quin. Hydrobr.), Quinine Hydrobromide, U.S.P.=
(Quinine Bromide).
Light, white, odorless, very bitter silky needles. Soluble in water
(1:40), and very soluble in alcohol (1:0.9).
ACTION AND USES: Superfluous; see =Quininae Hydrochloridum=.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
antimalarial, at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains, daily (U.S.P.).
=*Quininae Hydrochloridum (Quin. Hydrochl.), Quinine Hydrochloride,
U.S.P.= (Quinine Chloride).
White, odorless, very bitter, silky needles. Soluble in water
(1:18) and very soluble in alcohol (1:0.8).
ACTION AND USES: Has the action of other quinine salts;
frequently preferred to the sulphate, because neutral and
more soluble.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
antimalarial, at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Phosphatum cum Quinina et Strychnina (Syr. Phosphat. c. Quin.
et Strych.), Syrup of Phosphates with Quinine and Strychnine, N.F._
(Syrupus Hydrochlorophosphatum, N.F. III, Compound Syrup of
Hydrochlorophosphates).--Quinine hydrochloride (0.44%), strychnine
nitrate (0.014%), compound solution of phosphates (50%) in glycerin and
syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Quininae Hypophosphis (Quin. Hypophos.), Quinine Hypophosphite, N.F.=
Fine, white, odorless crystals, with a very bitter taste.
ACTION AND USES: Superfluous quinine salt.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (N.F.); antimalarial,
1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (N.F.)
=Quininae Salicylas (Quin. Salicyl.), Quinine Salicylate, U.S.P.=
Colorless (often becoming pinkish), odorless, bitter needles.
Soluble in alcohol (1:14) and in glycerin (1:13). Only slightly
soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: Superfluous; see Quininae Hydrochloridum.
The quantity of salicylate in a dose is usually
too small to be effective.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
antimalarial, at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (U.S.P.)
=*Quininae Sulphas (Quin. Sulph.), Quinine Sulphate, U.S.P.=
White, odorless, very bitter, efflorescent crystals. Slightly
soluble in water (1:725) and in alcohol (1:107).
ACTION AND USES: The most commonly used quinine salt
but inferior to the hydrochloride, the dihydrochloride and
quinine and urea hydrochloride where a soluble salt is
desired, and to the alkaloid or the tannate where an
insoluble one is needed.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.);
antimalarial, at least 1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum (Elix. Cinchon. Alk.), Elixir of Cinchona
Alkaloids, N.F. (Elixir Cinchonae, N.F._ III, Elixir Calisaya,
Alkaloidal).--Quinine sulphate (0.2%), cinchonidine sulphate (0.1%),
cinchonine sulphate (0.1%), compound tincture of cudbear and aromatic
elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 21 per cent.
USES: Imitation of cinchona, minus the tannin. No
advantage over quinine.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Hypophosphitum (Elix. Cinchon. et
Hypophos.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids and Hypophosphites, N.F._
(Elixir Cinchonae et Hypophosphitum, N.F. III, Elixir of Calisaya,
Alkaloidal, with Hypophosphites).--Calcium hypophosphite and sodium
hypophosphite (each 1.75%), elixir of cinchona alkaloids (about 85%),
hypophosphorous acid and water. Absolute alcohol content about 18 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Calcii Lactophosphatis._--See
under Calcii Lactophosphas.
_Pilulae Antiperiodicae (Pil. Antiperiod.), Antiperiodic Pills, N.F._
(Warburg's Pills).--Each pill contains quinine sulphate (0.09 Gm. or
1-1/2 grains), extract of aloes (0.065 Gm. or 1 grain) and rhubarb
(0.032 Gm. or 1/2 grain) with angelica fruit, elecampane, saffron,
fennel, zedoary, cubeb, myrrh, agaric, camphor and extract of gentian.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Antiperiodicae sine Aloe (Pil. Antiperiod. s. Aloe),
Antiperiodic Pills without Aloes, N.F._ (Warburg's Pills without
Aloes).--Each pill contains quinine sulphate (0.09 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains),
rhubarb (0.032 Gm. or 1/2 grain) with angelica fruit, elecampane,
saffron, fennel, zedoary, cubeb, myrrh, agaric, camphor and extract of
gentian.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
=*Quininae Tannas (Quin. Tann.), Quinine Tannate, U.S.P.=
Pale yellow, or yellowish-white, odorless and tasteless, or nearly
tasteless powder. Only very slightly soluble in water. Somewhat
more soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used where comparatively tasteless
preparations are wanted.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.); sometimes
administered with chocolate or sugar.
_Trochisci Quininae Tannatis (Troch. Quin. Tan.), Troches of Quinine
Tannate, N.F._--Each troche contains quinine tannate (0.06 Gm. or 1
grain) with tragacanth, oil of theobroma, cocoa, sugar and sodium
benzosulphinide.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.)
=Quininae Valeras (Quin. Valer.), Quinine Valerate, N.F.=
White, lustrous crystals, with a valerian-like odor and an
intensely bitter taste.
ACTION AND USES: Those of quinine and valerates, but
disagreeable and superfluous.
DOSAGE: Tonic, 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (N.F.); antimalarial,
1 Gm. or 15 grains daily (N.F.).
_Elixir Quininae Valeratis et Strychninae (Elix. Quin. Valer. et
Strych.), Elixir of Quinine Valerate and Strychnine, N.F._ (Elixir
Quininae Valerianatis et Strychninae, N.F. III).--Quinine valerate
(1.75%), strychnine sulphate (0.0175%), compound tincture of cudbear,
distilled water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 22
per cent.
USES: Irrational "tonic" mixture.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Renninum (Rennin.), Rennin, N.F.=--Milk-curdling enzyme from the
stomach of the calf.
Grayish-white or yellowish-white powder or yellowish grains or
scales, with a characteristic, slightly saline taste and a peculiar
odor. Slowly soluble in water and in diluted alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: For making wheys and junkets
=Resina (Resin.), Rosin, U.S.P.= (Colophony).--The residue left after
distilling the volatile oil from turpentine (the oleoresin).
ACTION AND USES: Used in the preparation of ointments
and plasters. Rubefacient.
_Ceratum Resinae (Cerat. Res.), Rosin Cerate, U.S.P._ (Basilicon
Ointment).--Rosin, yellow wax and lard.
_Ceratum Resinae Compositum (Cerat. Resin. Co.), Compound Rosin Cerate,
N.F._ (Deshler's Salve).--Rosin, yellow wax, prepared suet, turpentine
and linseed oil.
_Emplastrum Elasticum (Emp. Elast.), Rubber Plaster, U.S.P._ (Rubber
Adhesive Plaster).--A mixture of rubber, resins, and waxes, with a
filler of an absorbent powder.
_Emplastrum Resinae (Emp. Res.), Rosin Plaster, U.S.P._ (Rosin Adhesive
Plaster, Adhesive Plaster).--Rosin, lead plaster and yellow wax.
=RESINAE, RESINS.=--Resins are the residues obtained by distilling the
volatile oil from oleoresins or the precipitates obtained from solutions
of resins in alcohol by the addition of water. For the official resins
see under the names of the principal constituents.
=*Resorcinol (Resorcin.), Resorcinol, U.S.P.=
(Resorcin).--Metadihydroxybenzene.
Colorless or nearly colorless crystals or powder with a faint,
peculiar odor and a taste at first sweetish, afterward bitter. Very
soluble in water (1:0.9) and in alcohol (1:0.9).
ACTION AND USES: Irritant, antiseptic; used internally in
gastric fermentation; externally in skin diseases.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Pasta Resorcinolis Fortis (Past. Resorcin. Fort.), Strong Resorcinol
Paste, N.F._ (Lassar's Stronger Resorcinol Paste).--Resorcinol (20%),
zinc oxide (20%), starch and light liquid petrolatum.
_Pasta Resorcinolis Mitis (Past. Resorcin. Mit.), Mild Resorcinol Paste,
N.F._ (Lassar's Mild Resorcinol Paste).--Resorcinol (10%), zinc oxide
(25%), starch and liquid petrolatum.
_Unguentum Resorcinolis Compositus (Ung. Resorcin. Co.), Compound
Resorcinol Ointment, N.F._--Resorcinol, zinc oxide, bismuth subnitrate
and rectified oil of birch tar (each 6%), in yellow wax, petrolatum,
anhydrous wool fat and glycerin.
USES: Complex antiseptic ointment.
=Rhamnus Cathartica (Rhamn. Cath.), Rhamnus Cathartica, N.F.= (Buckthorn
Berries, Baccae Spinae Cervinae).--Ripe fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Superfluous hydragogue cathartic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Rhamni Catharticae (Fldext. Rham. Cathart.),
Fluidextract of Rhamnus Cathartica, N.F._--Rhamnus cathartica (100%).
Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Rhamni Catharticae (Syr. Rham. Cathart.), Syrup of Rhamnus
Cathartica, N.F._ (Syrup of Buckthorn Berries, Syrupus Spinae
Cervinae).--Fluidextract of rhamnus cathartica (20%), oil of fennel and
oil of cinnamon, in syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 8 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=*Rheum (Rheum), Rhubarb, U.S.P.=--Rhizome and root.
ACTION AND USES: Efficient and pleasant laxative, its
action resembling cascara. It is, however, also somewhat
astringent. Used especially in the form of aromatic tincture
and aromatic syrup.
The official preparations of rhubarb are needlessly numerous, those
that are starred being quite sufficient. Many of the official mixtures
and pills are unnecessarily complex.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_*Extractum Rhei (Ext. Rhei), Extract of Rhubarb, U.S.P._ (Powdered
Extract of Rhubarb).--One Gm. extract represents 2 Gm. rhubarb.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Rhei (Fldext. Rhei), Fluidextract of Rhubarb,
U.S.P._--Rhubarb (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidglyceratum Rhei (Fldglycer. Rhei), Fluidglycerate of Rhubarb,
N.F._--Rhubarb (100%) in water and glycerin.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Mistura Rhei Alkalina (Mist. Rhei Alk.), Alkaline Mixture of Rhubarb,
N.F._ (Syrupus Rhei et Potassii Compositus, N.F. III, Neutralizing
Cordial).--Fluidextract of rhubarb (1.6%), fluidextract of hydrastis
(0.8%), and potassium carbonate (1.6%) with tincture of cinnamon, spirit
of peppermint in syrup and diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content
about 37 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Mistura Rhei Composita (Mist. Rhei Co.), Compound Mixture of Rhubarb,
N.F._ (Mistura Rhei et Sodae, U.S.P. VIII, Mixture of Rhubarb and
Soda).--Fluidextract of rhubarb (1.5%), fluidextract of ipecac (0.3%),
sodium bicarbonate (3.5%), glycerin and spirit of peppermint in water.
Absolute alcohol content about 4 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm.
_Pilulae Rhei (Pil. Rhei), Pills of Rhubarb, N.F._--Each pill contains
rhubarb (0.2 Gm. or 3 grains) with soap.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
_Pilulae Rhei Compositae (Pil. Rhei Co.), Compound Pills of Rhubarb,
U.S.P._--Each pill contains rhubarb (0.13 Gm. or 2 grains) and aloes
(0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains) with myrrh and oil of peppermint.
DOSAGE: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Rhei Compositus (Pulv. Rhei Co.), Compound Powder of Rhubarb,
U.S.P._ (Gregory's Powder).--Rhubarb (25%), Jamaica ginger (10%) and
magnesium oxide.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Pulvis Rhei et Magnesiae Anisatus (Pulv. Rhei et Magnes. Anis.),
Anisated Powder of Rhubarb and Magnesia, N.F._ (Compound Anise
Powder).--Rhubarb (35%), anethol and heavy magnesium oxide.
USES: Mild cathartic.
DOSAGE: For infants, 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Rhei (Syr. Rhei), Syrup of Rhubarb, U.S.P._--Fluidextract of
rhubarb (10%), spirit of cinnamon and potassium carbonate in water and
syrup.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_*Syrupus Rhei Aromaticus (Syr. Rhei Arom.), Aromatic Syrup of Rhubarb,
U.S.P._ (Spiced Syrup of Rhubarb).--Aromatic tincture of rhubarb (15%)
and potassium carbonate in syrup.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Rhei (Tr. Rhei), Tincture of Rhubarb, U.S.P._--Rhubarb (20%)
and cardamom seed, in glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 46 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Rhei Aquosa (Tr. Rhei. Aq.), Aqueous Tincture of Rhubarb,
N.F._--Rhubarb (10%) and potassium carbonate in cinnamon water, alcohol
and water. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_*Tinctura Rhei Aromatica (Tr. Rhei Arom.), Aromatic Tincture of
Rhubarb, U.S.P._--Rhubarb (20%), Saigon cinnamon, clove and nutmeg in
glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 46 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Rhei Dulcis (Tr. Rhei Dulc.), Sweet Tincture of Rhubarb,
N.F._--Rhubarb (10%), glycyrrhiza, anise and cardamom seed in glycerin,
diluted alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Rhei et Gentianae (Tr. Rhei et Gent.), Tincture of Rhubarb and
Gentian, N.F._--Rhubarb (7%) and gentian (1.75%) in diluted alcohol.
Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
USES: Stomachic and laxative.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Vinum Rhei Compositum (Vin. Rhei Co.), Compound Wine of Rhubarb, N.F._
(Tinctura Rhei Vinosa, N.F. III).--Fluidextract of rhubarb (8%),
fluidextract of bitter orange peel, tincture of cardamom in sugar and
sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Rhus Glabra (Rhus Glab.), Rhus Glabra, N.F.= (Sumac Berries).
ACTION AND USES: Tannin-bearing astringent; without
advantage over krameria, etc.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Rhois Glabrae (Fldext. Rhois Glab.), Fluidextract of
Rhus Glabra, N.F._--Rhus glabra (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.)
=*Rosa, Rose= (Cabbage Rose, _Rosa centifolia_).
ACTION AND USES: The preparations are used for
flavoring.
_*Aqua Rosae (Aq. Ros.), Rose Water, U.S.P._--A mixture of stronger rose
water with distilled water.
_Aqua Rosae Fortior (Aq. Ros. Fort.), Stronger Rose Water,
U.S.P._--Prepared by distilling fresh cabbage roses with water.
_Confectio Rosae (Confect. Ros.), Confection of Rose, N.F._--Red rose,
sugar, clarified honey and stronger rose water.
_Unguentum Aquae Rosae (Ung. Aq. Ros.), Ointment of Rose Water, U.S.P._
(Cold Cream).--Sodium borate (0.5%), spermaceti, white wax, expressed
oil of almond, and stronger rose water.
USES: Emollient
=Rosa Gallica (Rosa Gall.), Red Rose, U.S.P.=--Petals.
ACTION AND USES: Mildly astringent but used chiefly
as a flavoring agent in the confection of rose; antiquated.
_Fluidextractum Rosae (Fldext. Rosae), Fluidextract of Rose,
U.S.P._--Red rose (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Infusum Rosae Compositum (Inf. Ros. Co.), Compound Infusion of Rose,
N.F._--Red rose (1.3%) with diluted sulphuric acid and sugar in water.
DOSAGE: 100 Cc. or 3 fluidounces (N.F.).
_Syrupus Rosae (Syr. Ros.), Syrup of Rose, N.F._--Fluidextract of rose
and diluted sulphuric acid in syrup.
=Rubi Fructus (Rubi Fructus), Blackberries, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Flavor.
_Cordiale Rubi Fructus (Cord. Rubi Fruct.), Blackberry Cordial,
N.F._--Blackberry syrup (about 75%) and diluted alcohol (about 25%),
with cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Absolute alcohol content about 12 per
cent.
USES: Used as carminative in summer diarrhea. Not
very efficient.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Syrupus Rubi Fructi (Syr. Rubi Fruct.), Syrup of Blackberry Fruit,
N.F._--Juice of ripe blackberries in sugar.
USES: Flavoring vehicle
=Rubi Idaei Fructus (Rubi Idaei Fructus), Raspberries, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring.
_Syrupus Rubi Idaei (Syr. Rubi Id.), Syrup of Raspberry, N.F._--Juice of
ripe raspberries in sugar.
=Rubus (Rubus), Rubus, N.F.= (Blackberry Bark).--Bark of the rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: Tannin-bearing astringent without
advantage over krameria, etc.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Elixir Rubi Compositum (Elix. Rubi Co.), Compound Elixir of Blackberry,
N.F._--Rubus (1.6%), nutgall (1.6%), Saigon cinnamon, clove, mace,
ginger, syrup of blackberry and diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 10 per cent.
USES: Used in "summer complaint."
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Rubi (Fldext. Rubi), Fluidextract of Rubus, N.F._--Rubus
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Rubi (Syr. Rubi), Syrup of Rubus, N.F._--Fluidextract of rubus
(25%) in syrup.
USES: Intestinal astringent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Rumex (Rumex), Rumex, N.F.= (Yellow Dock, Curled Dock).--Roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete, unreliable and generally
worthless "alterative and tonic"; mildly laxative.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Rumicis (Fldext. Rumic.), Fluidextract of Rumex,
N.F._--Rumex (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Sabal (Sabal), Sabal, U.S.P.= (Saw Palmetto Berries).--The partially
dried ripe fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Widely exploited as a stimulant of
the mucous membrane of the genito-urinary tract. Probably
inferior to santal oil.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Sabal (Fldext. Sabal), Fluidextract of Sabal, U.S.P._
(Fluidextract of Saw Palmetto).--Sabal (100%). Absolute alcohol content
about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Sabal et Santali (Tr. Sabal et Santal.), Tincture of Saw
Palmetto and Santal, N.F._--Sabal (20%) and sandalwood (6.5%) in alcohol
and water. Absolute alcohol content about 75 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=*Saccharum (Sacch.), Sugar, U.S.P.= (Sucrose).--Obtained from the
sugar-cane, the sugar-beet, etc.
White, odorless crystals or powder with a sweet taste.
ACTION AND USES: Sweetening agent in official syrups
and other preparations.
_*Syrupus (Syrupus), Syrup, U.S.P._ (Sirup, Simple Syrup).--Sugar (85%)
in water.
=*Saccharum Lactis (Sacch. Lact.), Sugar of Milk, U.S.P.= (Milk Sugar,
Lactose).--Obtained from the whey of cow's milk.
White, hard, odorless crystalline masses or powder, with a faintly
sweet taste.
ACTION AND USES: Less sweet than cane sugar and less
liable to ferment; slightly laxative and diuretic; frequently
used to modify cow's milk in the feeding of infants
=SALES EFFERVESCENTES, GRANULAR EFFERVESCENT SALTS.=--Effervescent salts
are mixtures of active constituents with sodium bicarbonate, citric acid
and tartaric acid. They are usually directed to be produced and
dispensed in coarse granules. Their advantage over other methods of
administering active ingredients is rather doubtful. For effervescent
salts included in the Pharmacopeia and in the National Formulary, see
under the names of the active ingredients. For Sal Carolinum Factitium
and Sal Carolinum Factitium Effervescens, see under =Sodii Sulphas=; for
Sal Kissingense Factitium and Sal Kissingense Factitium Effervescens,
see under =Sodii Chloridum=; for Sal Vichyanum Factitium, Sal Vichyanum
Factitium Effervescens and Sal Vichyanum Factitium Effervescens cum
Lithio, see under =Sodii Bicarbonas=.
=Salicinum (Salicin.), Salicin, U.S.P.=--A glucoside obtained from
certain species of willows and poplars.
White powder, odorless and having a very bitter taste.
ACTION AND USES: Partially decomposed in the stomach
and intestines and finally oxidized in the body into salicylic
acid. Less irritant to the mucous membranes than the
salicylates but also less certain in its action, and has
been practically superseded by the latter.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=Sambucus (Sambuc.), Sambucus, N.F.= (Elder Flowers).
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete and worthless remedy in
dropsy. Large doses are said to act like a hydragogue
cathartic.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
=Sanguinaria (Sanguin.), Sanguinaria, U.S.P.= (Blood Root).--Rhizome and
roots.
ACTION AND USES: Irritant and narcotic; unreliable;
expectorant in small doses and nauseant in large doses,
which may produce serious secondary symptoms.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Sanguinariae (Fldext. Sanguin.), Fluidextract of
Sanguinaria, N.F._--Sanguinaria (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Sanguinariae (Syr. Sanguinar.), Syrup of Sanguinaria, N.F._
(Syrup of Bloodroot).--Sanguinaria (22.5%) and acetic acid in syrup.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Sanguinariae (Tr. Sanguin.), Tincture of Sanguinaria, U.S.P._
(Tincture of Bloodroot).--Sanguinaria (10%) and hydrochloric acid (1%)
in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 56 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.)
=Santalum Album (Santal. Alb.), Sandal Wood, N.F.= (White Sandal
Wood).--Heartwood.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of =Oleum Santali=,
which see
=Santalum Rubrum (Santal. Rub.), Red Saunders, U.S.P.=--Heartwood.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a coloring agent
=*Santoninum (Santonin.), Santonin, U.S.P.=--Anhydride or lactone of
santonic acid, obtained from Levant wormseed.
Colorless crystals or powder, becoming yellow on exposure to light,
odorless and at first nearly tasteless, afterward becoming bitter.
ACTION AND USES: Used for its poisonous action on
intestinal parasites, especially ascaris. When absorbed in
sufficient amounts it produces yellow vision and epileptiform
convulsions.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.) in powder or
capsules.
_Trochisci Santonini (Troch. Santonin.), Troches of Santonin,
N.F._--Each troche contains santonin (0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain), with
tragacanth, sugar, cocoa and vanillin.
USES: Anthelmintic. Objectionable since their resemblance
to candy may lead to serious poisoning.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.).
_Trochisci Santonini Compositi (Troch. Santonin. Co.), Compound Troches
of Santonin, N.F._ (Troches of Santonin and Calomel).--Each troche
contains santonin and mild mercurous chloride (each 0.03 Gm. or 1/2
grain) with tragacanth, sugar, cocoa and vanillin.
USES: Anthelmintic; objectionable like Trochisci Santonini,
which see above.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.)
=*Sapo (Sapo), Soap, U.S.P.= (White Castile Soap).--Soap prepared from
olive oil and sodium hydroxide.
A white or whitish solid or powder, having a faint, peculiar odor
and an alkaline taste.
ACTION AND USES: Used chiefly as a detergent and in
solution as a vehicle for liniments. Also an ingredient of
pills containing resinous drugs like aloes and scammony.
_Emplastrum Saponis (Emp. Sapon.), Soap Plaster, N.F._--Made from soap
(10%) and lead plaster (90%).
_Linimentum Saponato-Camphoratum (Lin. Sapon.-Camph.), Camphorated Soap
Liniment, N.F._ (Opodeldoc, Solid Opodeldoc).--Camphor (2.5%), ammonia
water, sodium stearate, oil of thyme, oil of rosemary, alcohol and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 75 per cent.
_*Linimentum Saponis (Lin. Sapon.), Soap Liniment, U.S.P._ (Liquid
Opodeldoc).--Soap (6%), camphor (4.5%) in oil of rosemary, alcohol and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
USES: Mild rubefacient and vehicle for more active liniments
=*Sapo Mollis (Sapo Moll.), Soft Soap, U.S.P.=--Prepared from cottonseed
oil and potassium hydroxide.
A soft, unctuous, yellowish-white to brownish-yellow mass, having a
slight, characteristic odor and an alkaline taste.
ACTION AND USES: Dissolved in diluted alcohol, is
employed in the preparation of various liniments, and as
a detergent.
_Linimentum Saponis Mollis (Lin. Sapon. Moll.), Liniment of Soft Soap,
U.S.P._ (Tincture of Green Soap).--Soft soap (65%) and oil of lavender
in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 30 per cent.
_Linimentum Saponis Mollis Compositum (Lin. Sapon. Mol. Co.), Compound
Liniment of Soft Soap, N.F._ (Tinctura Saponis Viridis Composita, N.F.
III).--Soft soap (15%), oil of cade (2%) and alcohol. Absolute alcohol
content about 75 per cent.
=Sarsaparilla (Sarsap.), Sarsaparilla, U.S.P.= (Sarsaparilla Root).
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used in chronic rheumatism,
skin diseases and syphilis; inefficient and therefore harmful;
fortunately passing out of use.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Decoctum Sarsaparillae Compositum (Decoc. Sarsap. Co.), Compound
Decoction of Sarsaparilla, N.F._--Sarsaparilla (10%), guaiac wood (2%),
mezereum (1%), sassafras, glycyrrhiza and water.
USES: Antiquated and useless "alterative."
DOSAGE: 120 Cc. or 4 fluidounces (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Sarsaparillae (Fldext. Sarsap.), Fluidextract of
Sarsaparilla, U.S.P._--Sarsaparilla (100%). Absolute alcohol content
about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Sarsaparillae Compositum (Fldext. Sarsap. Co.), Compound
Fluidextract of Sarsaparilla, U.S.P._--Sarsaparilla (75%), mezereum
(3%), glycyrrhiza and sassafras. Absolute alcohol content about 40 per
cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Sarsaparillae Compositus (Syr. Sarsap. Co.), Compound Syrup of
Sarsaparilla, U.S.P._--Fluidextract of sarsaparilla (20%), fluidextract
of senna (1.5%), fluidextract of glycyrrhiza, oil of sassafras, oil of
anise, methyl salicylate and alcohol in syrup. Absolute alcohol content
about 10 per cent.
USES: Irrational mixture; no indications for its use.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.)
=Sassafras (Sassaf.), Sassafras, U.S.P.=--Bark of the root.
ACTION AND USES: Mild aromatic and carminative containing
a volatile oil. No advantage over other aromatics,
such as peppermint, ginger, etc.
DOSAGE: 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.)
=Sassafras Medulla (Sassaf. Med.), Sassafras Pith, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent.
_Mucilago Sassafras Medullae (Mucil. Sassaf. Medul.), Mucilage of
Sassafras Pith, N.F._--Sassafras pith (0.2%) in water.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=Scammoniae Radix (Scam. Rad.), Scammony Root, U.S.P.=
ACTION AND USES: Used principally for preparing resin,
in which its activity as a cathartic resides.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Resina Scammoniae (Res. Scamm.), Resin of Scammony, U.S.P._--The resin
from scammony root.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Scilla (Scill.), Squill, U.S.P.=--Fleshy inner scales of a bulb. The
official drug is to be assayed biologically.
ACTION AND USES: Qualitatively like those of digitalis.
Has been largely used as a nauseant and expectorant. Has
no advantage over digitalis, and should pass out of use.
If used, it should be standardized.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.) of a standardized
preparation.
_Acetum Scillae (Acet. Scill.), Vinegar of Squill, U.S.P._--Squill (10%)
in diluted acetic acid.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Scillae (Fldext. Scill.), Fluidextract of Squill,
U.S.P._--Squill (100%). Assayed biologically by producing death in the
frog.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe it should specify the biologically assayed
preparation.
_Oxymel Scillae (Oxymel Scill.), Oxymel of Squill, N.F._--Vinegar of
squill (50%) and clarified honey.
USES: Antiquated and irrational preparation of squill.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_*Syrupus Scillae (Syr. Scill.), Syrup of Squill, U.S.P._--Vinegar of
squill (45%), in sugar and water.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Scillae Compositus (Syr. Scill. Co.), Compound Syrup of Squill,
U.S.P._ (Hive Syrup).--Fluidextract of squill (8%), fluidextract of
senega (8%) and antimony and potassium tartrate (0.2%), in water and
syrup.
USES: Complex and irrational expectorant.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Scillae (Tr. Scill.), Tincture of Squill, U.S.P._--Squill
(10%) in alcohol and water. Biologically assayed by producing death in
frogs. Absolute alcohol content about 69 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe it should specify the biologically assayed
preparation.
=Scoparius (Scopar.), Scoparius, N.F.= (Broom Tops).
ACTION AND USES: Formerly used as diuretic, laxative
and cathartic. See Sparteinae Sulphas.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Scoparii (Fldext. Scopar.), Fluidextract of Scoparius,
N.F._--Scoparius (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=*Scopolaminae Hydrobromidum (Scopolamin. Hydrobrom.), Scopolamine
Hydrobromide, U.S.P.= (Hyoscine Hydrobromide, Scopolamine Bromide).--The
hydrobromide of levorotatory scopolamine, also known as hyoscine.
Colorless, odorless, transparent crystals.
ACTION AND USES: Closely resembling those of atropine
in its influence on the nerve endings but differing from the
latter in having a sedative instead of a stimulating effect
on the brain. Used as a somnifacient in motor excitement
and mania; as a preliminary to anesthesia and in "twilight
sleep," and locally as a mydriatic. Uncertain in its action,
at times producing acute delirium. The tendency to depress
the respiratory center must be remembered.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Mg. or 1/200 grain (U.S.P.).
=Scutellaria (Scutell.), Scutellaria, N.F.= (Skullcap).--Plant.
ACTION AND USES: Claimed, though without reliable
evidence, to be a tonic, nervine and antispasmodic, particularly
useful in chorea and convulsions.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Scutellariae (Fldext. Scutellar.), Fluidextract of
Scutellaria, N.F._--Scutellaria (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Senecio (Senecio), Senecio, N.F.= (Life Root).--Plant deprived of its
root.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended, probably
without warrant, as a tonic, diuretic, expectorant and
diaphoretic.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Senecionis (Fldext. Senecion.), Fluidextract of Senecio,
N.F._--Senecio (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Senega (Seneg.), Senega, U.S.P.= (Seneca Snakeroot, Senega Snakeroot).
ACTION AND USES: Employed as nauseant expectorant
(by virtue of the irritant saponin).
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Senegae (Fldext. Seneg.), Fluidextract of Senega,
U.S.P._--Senega (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Senegae (Syr. Seneg.), Syrup of Senega, U.S.P._--Fluidextract
of senega (20%) in syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.)
=*Senna (Senn.), Senna, U.S.P.= (Alexandria Senna or India Senna).
ACTION AND USES: Efficient cathartic of anthraquinone
series.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Confectio Sennae (Confect. Senn.), Confection of Senna, N.F._--Senna
(10%), cassia fistula (16%), tamarind (10%), prune, fig, sugar, oil of
coriander and water.
USES: A pleasant but needlessly complex laxative.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_*Fluidextractum Sennae (Fldext. Senn.), Fluidextract of Senna,
U.S.P._--Senna (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Infusum Sennae Compositum (Inf. Senn. Co.), Compound Infusion of Senna,
U.S.P._--Senna (6%), magnesium sulphate (12%), manna (12%) and fennel in
water.
DOSAGE: 120 Cc. or 4 fluidounces (U.S.P.).
_*Pulvis Glycyrrhizae Compositus (Pulv. Glycyrrh. Co.), Compound Powder
of Glycyrrhiza, U.S.P._ (Compound Licorice Powder).--Senna (18%), washed
sulphur (8%) with glycyrrhiza, oil of fennel and sugar.
USES: A misnamed senna preparation.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Species Laxativae (Spec. Lax.), Laxative Species, N.F._ (Species
Laxantes, N.F. III, St. Germain Tea).--Senna (40%), potassium bitartrate
(10%), elder flowers, fennel and anise.
DOSAGE: 1.3 Gm. or 20 grains (N.F.).
_Syrupus Ficorum Compositus (Syr. Ficor. Co.), Compound Syrup of Figs,
N.F._--Fluidextract of senna (20%), aromatic fluidglycerate of cascara
sagrada (10%), with figs, oil of fennel and spirit of peppermint in
syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 5 per cent.
USES: Complex and misnamed cathartic, imitating a
widely advertised "patent medicine."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_*Syrupus Sennae (Syr. Senn.), Syrup of Senna, U.S.P._--Fluidextract of
senna (25%) and oil of coriander in syrup. Absolute alcohol content
about 5 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Sennae Aromaticus (Syr. Senn. Arom.), Aromatic Syrup of Senna,
N.F._--Fluidextract of senna (12.5%), jalap (5%), rhubarb (1.75%),
Saigon cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, oil of lemon and sugar in diluted
alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 30 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Syrupus Sennae Compositus (Syr. Senn. Co.), Compound Syrup of Senna,
N.F._--Fluidextract of senna (13.5%), fluidextract of rhubarb (3.5%),
fluidextract of frangula (3.5%), methyl salicylate (0.4%) and alcohol in
syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 13 per cent.
USES: Complex and irrational cathartic.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.)
=Serpentaria (Serpent.), Serpentaria, U.S.P.= (Texas Snakeroot, Virginia
Snakeroot).--Rhizome and root.
ACTION AND USES: Bitter with no advantage over gentian;
now less frequently used than formerly.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Serpentariae (Fldext. Serpentar.), Fluidextract of
Serpentaria, N.F._--Serpentaria (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims.
_Tinctura Serpentariae (Tr. Serpent.), Tincture of Serpentaria,
N.F._--Serpentaria (20%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=*Serum Antidiphthericum (Ser. Antidiph.), Antidiphtheric Serum, U.S.P.=
(Diphtheria Antitoxin).--Serum from a horse properly immunized against
diphtheria toxin; has a potency of not less than 250 antitoxic units per
Cc.
ACTION AND USES: Curative and prophylactic agent in
diphtheria. The possibility of serum disease must be
remembered. Caution should be exercised when antidiphtheric
serum is administered to persons who have had
asthma, and, above all, "horse asthma." In such cases a
few drops only of the serum may be injected, followed in
fifteen or thirty minutes by the full dose.
DOSAGE: Curative, 10,000 units (U.S.P.); protective,
1,000 units (U.S.P.); both hypodermic.
_*Serum Antidiphthericum Purificatum (Ser. Antidiph. Purif.), Purified
Antidiphtheric Serum, U.S.P._ (Antidiphtheric Globulins, Concentrated
Diphtheria Antitoxin, Diphtheric Antitoxin Globulins, Refined and
Concentrated Diphtheria Antitoxin).--Certain antitoxic proteins from the
blood serum of a horse properly immunized against diphtheria toxin,
dissolved in physiologic solution of sodium chloride.
USES: Less apt to produce serum disease.
DOSAGE: Curative, 10,000 units (U.S.P.); protective,
1,000 units (U. S, P.); both hypodermic.
_*Serum Antidiphthericum Siccum (Ser. Antidiph. Sicc.), Dried
Antidiphtheric Serum, U.S.P._ (Dried Diphtheria Antitoxin).
DOSAGE: Curative, 10,000 units (U.S.P.); protective,
1,000 units (U.S.P.); both hypodermic
=*Serum Antitetanicum (Ser. Antitetan.), Antitetanic Serum, U.S.P.=
(Tetanus Antitoxin).--Serum from a horse properly immunized against
tetanus toxin, dissolved in physiologic solution of sodium chloride.
ACTION AND USES: Prophylactic agent in tetanus; also
used for curative purposes.
DOSAGE: Curative, 10,000 units (U.S.P.); protective,
1,500 units (U.S.P.); both hypodermic.
_*Serum Antitetanicum Purificatum (Ser. Antitetan. Purif.), Purified
Antitetanic Serum, U.S.P._ (Antitetanic Globulins, Concentrated Tetanus
Antitoxin, Refined and Concentrated Tetanus Antitoxin, Tetanus Antitoxic
Globulins).--Certain antitoxic proteins from the serum of a horse
properly immunized against tetanus toxin.
DOSAGE: Curative, 10,000 units (U.S.P.); protective,
1,500 units (U.S.P.); both hypodermic.
_*Serum Antitetanicum Siccum (Ser. Antitetan. Sicc.), Dried Antitetanic
Serum, U.S.P._ (Dried Tetanus Antitoxin).
USES: May be used as a dusting powder in suspicious
wounds.
DOSAGE: Curative, 10,000 units (U.S.P.); protective,
1,500 units (U.S.P.); both hypodermic.
=Sevum Praeparatum (Sev. Praep.), Prepared Suet, U.S.P.= (Mutton Suet).
A white, solid, almost odorless fat, having a bland taste when
fresh, but becoming rancid on prolonged exposure to air.
ACTION AND USES: Used in the preparation of ointments
and cerates.
_Sevum Benzoinatum (Sev. Benz.), Benzoinated Suet, N.F._--Benzoin (3%)
in prepared suet.
USES: Ointment base; superfluous.
=Sinapis Alba (Sinap. Alb.), White Mustard, U.S.P.= (Yellow
Mustard).--Ripe seeds.
ACTION AND USES: Develops irritant volatile oil on
contact with water; frequently mixed with black mustard
in powder for use as ground mustard.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.).
=*Sinapis Nigra (Sinap. Nig.), Black Mustard, U.S.P.= (Brown
Mustard).--Ripe seeds.
ACTION AND USES: See =Oleum Sinapis Volatile=.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.).
_*Emplastrum Sinapis (Emp. Sinap.), Mustard Plaster, U.S.P._ (Charta
Sinapis, U.S.P. VIII, Mustard Paper).--A mixture of black mustard,
deprived of its fixed oil, and a solution of rubber, spread on paper,
cotton cloth or other fabric.
USES: Counterirritant.
=Soda Chlorinata, Chlorinated Soda.=
ACTION AND USES: Hypochlorites in acid, alkaline and
neutral solutions have been found useful in the treatment
of infected wounds. The alkaline solution is represented
by the Liquor Sodae Chlorinatae below, and by the Liquor
Potassae Chlorinatae, which see under Potassa Chlorinata.
_*Liquor Sodae Chlorinatae (Liq. Sod. Chlorinat.), Solution of
Chlorinated Soda, U.S.P._ (Labarraque's Solution).--Chlorine compounds
of sodium containing not less than 2.5 per cent. available Cl.
=Soda cum Calce (Sod. c. Calc.), Soda with Lime, N.F.= (London
Paste).--Sodium hydroxide and calcium oxide (each 50%).
ACTION AND USES: Caustic.
=Sodii Acetas (Sod. Acet.), Sodium Acetate, U.S.P.=--NaC{2}H{3}O{2} +
3H{2}O.
Colorless crystals or granular powder, odorless or nearly odorless,
and having a cooling, saline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.8)
and soluble in alcohol (1:19).
ACTION AND USES: Practically identical with those of
Potassii Acetas, which see.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
=Sodii Arsenas (Sod. Arsen.), Sodium Arsenate, U.S.P.= (Arsenas Sodii,
P.I.).--Na{2}HAsO{4} + 7H{2}O.
Colorless, odorless crystals, efflorescent in dry air, and somewhat
deliquescent in moist air. Freely soluble in water (1:1.5) and
slightly soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Has the same general action and uses
as arsenic trioxide, but is less active.
DOSAGE: 0.005 Gm. or 1/12 grain (U.S.P.). Usually
given in the form of solution or pill.
_Sodii Arsenas Exsiccatus (Sod. Arsen. Exsic.), Exsiccated Sodium
Arsenate, U.S.P._--Na{2}HAsO{4}.
White, odorless, amorphous powder. Freely soluble in water (1:3.1),
but only slightly soluble in alcohol.
DOSAGE: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Sodii Arsenatis (Liq. Sod. Arsen.), Solution of Sodium Arsenate,
U.S.P._--Exsiccated sodium arsenate (about 1%) in water.
USES: No advantage over other arsenicals.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Sodii Arsenatis, Pearson (Liq. Sod. Arsen. Pearson), Pearson's
Solution of Sodium Arsenate, N.F._ (Liquor Arsenicalis
Pearsonii).--Exsiccated sodium arsenate (0.1%) in water. Should not be
confounded with Liquor Sodii Arsenatis, U.S.P., which is ten times
stronger.
USES: Superfluous arsenic preparation.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Sodii Benzoas (Sod. Benz.), Sodium Benzoate,
U.S.P.=--Na(C{6}H{5}.COO).
White, odorless, sweetish powder. Freely soluble in water (1:1.8),
and soluble in alcohol (1:61). Incompatible with mineral acids and
ferric salts.
ACTION AND USES: Has the action of benzoic acid, but is
less irritating. Mild antiseptic, practically non-toxic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
=Sodii Benzosulphinidum (Sod. Benzosulphin.), Sodium Benzosulphinide,
U.S.P.= (Sodium-Saccharin, Soluble Saccharin).
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless or nearly odorless,
and having an intensely sweet taste. Freely soluble in water
(1:1.2) and soluble in alcohol (1:50).
ACTION AND USES: Those of benzosulphinide (saccharin),
but with the advantage of ready solubility.
DOSAGE: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Sodii Bicarbonas (Sod. Bicarb.), Sodium Bicarbonate, U.S.P.= (Baking
Soda).--NaHCO{3}.
A white, odorless powder, having a cooling, mildly alkaline taste.
Decomposed by acids and converted by boiling into the normal
carbonate. Soluble in water (1:10) and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a non-caustic alkali in conditions
of acidosis, and to neutralize the acid of the gastric
juice in hyperacidity and gastric ulcer. May be used
intravenously in cases of extreme acidosis. Externally,
used as a mild alkaline wash.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.). For intravenous
injection a 6 per cent. solution sterilized by boiling and
thus partly converted into the normal carbonate has been
recommended. One thousand Cc. of such a solution may
be injected, but great care must be taken that none of the
liquid gets outside the veins lest necrosis of the tissues
occur.
_Liquor Sodae et Menthae (Liq. Sod. et Menth.), Solution of Soda and
Mint, N.F._ (Mistura Sodae et Menthae, N.F. III, Soda Mint).--Sodium
bicarbonate (5%), aromatic spirit of ammonia (1%) and spearmint water.
USES: Antacid and carminative.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Sal Vichyanum Factitium (Sal Vichy. Fact.), Artificial Vichy Salt,
N.F._--Potassium carbonate (3.85%), magnesium sulphate (8%), sodium
chloride (7.7%) and sodium bicarbonate (84.6%).
USES: Alkaline saline cathartic.
_Sal Vichyanum Factitium Effervescens (Sal Vichy. Fact. Eff.),
Effervescent Artificial Vichy Salt, N.F._ (Pulvis Salis Vichyani
Factitii Effervescens, N.F. III).--Artificial vichy salt (25%) in a
mixture of sodium bicarbonate (48.5%), tartaric acid (16.45%) and citric
acid (yielding sodium citrate and tartrate).
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Sal Vichyanum Factitium Effervescens cum Lithio (Sal Vichy. Fact. Eff.
c. Lith.), Effervescent Artificial Vichy Salt with Lithium, N.F._
(Pulvis Salis Vichyani Factitii Effervescens cum Lithio, N.F.
III).--Artificial vichy salt (25%), lithium citrate (8.33%) in a mixture
of sodium bicarbonate (44.14%), tartaric acid (12.54%) and citric acid
(yielding sodium tartrate and citrate).
USES: Irrational laxative mixture. The lithium serves no
useful purpose.
DOSAGE: 6 Gm. or 1-1/2 drachms (N.F.).
_Trochisci Sodii Bicarbonatis (Troch. Sod. Bicarb.), Troches of Sodium
Bicarbonate, U.S.P._--Each troche contains sodium bicarbonate (0.18 Gm.)
with sugar, nutmeg and mucilage of tragacanth.
=*Sodii Boras (Sod. Bor.), Sodium Borate, U.S.P.= (Borax, Sodium
Tetraborate, Sodium Pyroborate).--Na{2}B{4}O{7} + 10H{2}O.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and having a sweetish,
alkaline taste. Soluble in water (1:15) and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic detergent and alkaline.
Used in the form of solution as a wash both externally and
in the body cavities. Seldom used internally.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Gm. or 12 grains (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Sodii Boratis Compositus (Liq. Sod. Bor. Co.), Compound Solution
of Sodium Borate, N.F._ (Dobell's Solution).--Sodium borate and sodium
bicarbonate (each 1.5%) and liquefied phenol (0.3%) in glycerin and
water.
USES: Mild antiseptic.
_Mel Rosae et Sodii Boratis (Mel Ros. et Sod. Bor.), Honey of Rose and
Sodium Borate, N.F._ (Honey of Rose with Borax).--Sodium borate (10%),
glycerin and honey of rose.
USES: Alkaline demulcent.
_Mel Sodii Boratis (Mel Sod. Bor.), Honey of Sodium Borate, N.F._ (Mel
Boracis, Honey and Borax).--Sodium borate (10%) in glycerin and
clarified honey.
USES: Alkaline demulcent
=Sodii Boro-Benzoas (Sod. Boro-Benz.), Sodium Boro-Benzoate,
N.F.=--Sodium borate (43%) and sodium benzoate (57%).
ACTION AND USES: Feeble alkaline antiseptic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.)
=*Sodii Bromidum (Sod. Brom.), Sodium Bromide, U.S.P.=--NaBr.
White, odorless crystals or powder, having a saline taste. Freely
soluble in water (1:1.1) and soluble in alcohol (1:16).
ACTION AND USES: Used as a nerve sedative and cerebral
depressant. Practically identical with potassium bromide
in action and uses, but somewhat less irritating.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Sodii Bromidi (Elix. Sod. Brom.), Elixir of Sodium Bromide,
N.F._--Sodium bromide (1.75%) in syrup, water and aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content about 7.5 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.)
=*Sodii Cacodylas (Sod. Cacodyl.), Sodium Cacodylate, U.S.P.=--Sodium
dimethylarsenate.
White, odorless, deliquescent crystals or powder. Very soluble in
water (1:0.5) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:2.5).
ACTION AND USES: Is slowly decomposed in the tissues
into trivalent arsenic. The action is thus more gradual
and less toxic than that of other arsenic compounds. Produces
garlic breath. Used especially by hypodermic
injection, in anemias, etc.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.)
=*Sodii Carbonas Monohydratus (Sod. Carb. Monohyd.), Monohydrated Sodium
Carbonate, U.S.P.=--Na{2}CO{3} + H{2}O.
White, odorless, granular powder having a strongly alkaline taste.
Freely soluble in water (1:3) and insoluble in alcohol.
Incompatible with acids and acid salts and with the salts of the
heavy metals and alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Antacid and detergent; employed in
medicine chiefly in the preparation of alkaline baths.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.)
=*Sodii Chloridum (Sod. Chlorid.), Sodium Chloride, U.S.P.=--NaCl.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless, and having a saline
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:2.8), and only slightly soluble
in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used for preparing physiologic salt
solution. Given by mouth in large doses, is emetic and in
proper dilutions, laxative. Excessive use as a seasoning
for foods is particularly harmful in nephritis.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Sodii Chloridi Physiologicus (Liq. Sod. Chlor. Physio.),
Physiological Solution of Sodium Chloride, U.S.P._ (Physiological Salt
Solution, Normal Salt Solution).--Sodium chloride (0.85%) in water.
USES: An indifferent vehicle, used especially for intravenous
injections.
_Sal Kissingense Factitium (Sal Kissingen. Fact.), Artificial Kissingen
Salt, N.F._--Potassium chloride (2.8%), sodium chloride (59.4%),
magnesium sulphate (20%), sodium bicarbonate (17.8%).
USES: Alkaline saline cathartic.
_Sal Kissingense Factitium Effervescens (Sal Kissingen. Fact. Eff.),
Effervescent Artificial Kissingen Salt, N.F. _(Pulvis Salis Kissingensis
Factitii Effervescens, N.F. III).--Artificial Kissingen salt (40%),
sodium bicarbonate (40.6%), tartaric acid (9.4%) and citric acid
(yielding sodium tartrate and citrate).
DOSAGE: 5.5 Gm. or 80 grains (N.F.)
=Sodii Citras (Sod. Cit.), Sodium Citrate, U.S.P.=--The hydrated salt.
White, odorless granular powder or small crystals, having a cooling
saline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.3); insoluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of potassium citrate.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains.
_Liquor Sodii Citratis (Liq. Sod. Cit.), Solution of Sodium Citrate,
N.F._ (Mistura Sodii Citratis, Potio Rivierii).--Sodium citrate (3.5%)
in water.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Liquor Sodii Citro-Tartratis Effervescens (Liq. Sod. Citro-Tart. Eff.),
Effervescent Solution of Sodium Citro-Tartrate, N.F._--Sodium tartrate
(about 8%) with syrup of citric acid (about 12%) and water.
DOSAGE: The contents of one bottle, about 350 Cc. or
nearly 12 fluidounces (N.F.)
=Sodii Cyanidum (Sod. Cyanid.), Sodium Cyanide, U.S.P.=--NaCN.
White masses or powder, odorless when perfectly dry; deliquescent
in the air and exhaling the odor of hydrocyanic acid. Freely
soluble in cold water.
ACTION AND USES: Sodium cyanide replaces potassium
cyanide, U.S.P. VIII. The alkaline cyanides are rarely
administered internally, but their use in solution has been
suggested as a substitute for diluted hydrocyanic acid
=Sodii Glycerophosphas (Sod. Glycerophos.), Sodium Glycerophosphate,
U.S.P.= (Sodium Glycerinophosphate).--Hydrated sodium glycerophosphate.
Represents not less than 68 per cent. of the anhydrous salt.
White, odorless plates, scales or powder, having a saline taste.
Very soluble in hot or cold water and nearly insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Has been recommended in solutions
as a nerve tonic in all kinds of wasting and nervous
diseases. The weight of evidence indicates that the
glycerophosphates are not superior to ordinary phosphates
and that the claims for them as nerve tonics are, therefore,
unfounded.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Glycerophosphatum Compositum (Elix. Glycerophos. Co.), Compound
Elixir of Glycerophosphates, N.F. _(Compound Solution of
Glycerophosphates).--Solution of sodium glycerophosphate (4%), calcium
glycerophosphate (1.6%), ferric glycerophosphate (0.3%), soluble
manganese glycerophosphate (0.2%), quinine glycerophosphate (0.1%),
strychnine glycerophosphate (0.015%), lactic acid (1%) and compound
spirit of cardamom, in alcohol, glycerin and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 12 per cent.
USES: A highly complex and therefore irrational preparation
of the inactive glycerophosphates.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Liquor Sodii Glycerophosphatis (Liq. Sod. Glycerophos.). Solution of
Sodium Glycerophosphate, U.S.P._--Anhydrous sodium glycerophosphate (not
less than 50%) in water.
DOSAGE: 0.35 Cc. or 6 minims (U.S.P.)
=*Sodii Hydroxidum (Sod. Hydrox.), Sodium Hydroxide, U.S.P.= (Caustic
Soda, Sodium Hydrate).--NaOH (not less than 90%).
White, odorless masses or hard, brittle sticks. Very soluble in
water (1:0.9) and very soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Practically identical with those of
potassium hydroxide.
_*Liquor Sodii Hydroxidi (Liq. Sod. Hydrox.), Solution of Sodium
Hydroxide, U.S.P._ (Liquor Sodae, Solution of Soda).--NaOH (about 5%) in
water.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
=Sodii Hypophosphis (Sod. Hypophos.), Sodium Hypophosphite,
U.S.P.=--NaH{2}PO{2} + H{2}O.
Colorless plates or white powder, odorless and having a saline
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1) and soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: The hypophosphites have been prescribed
as "tonics," but all reliable evidence indicates that
they are inert.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Sodii Hypophosphitis (Elix. Sod. Hypophos.), Elixir of Sodium
Hypophosphite, N.F._--Sodium hypophosphite (3.5%), hypophosphorous acid
(0.4%), and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 21 per cent.
USES: Objectionable alcoholic preparation of an inactive
drug.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Syrupus Sodii Hypophosphitis (Syr. Sod. Hypophos.), Syrup of Sodium
Hypophosphite, N.F._--Sodium hypophosphite (3.5%), and hypophosphorous
acid (0.2%) in syrup.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Sodii Indigotindisulphonas (Sod. Indigotin.), Sodium
Indigotindisulphonate, U.S.P.= (Indigo Carmine).
Blue powder or dark purple paste. Sparingly soluble in water and
almost insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Coloring agent.
=*Sodii Iodidum (Sod. Iod.), Sodium Iodide, U.S.P.=--NaI.
Colorless crystals or white powder, odorless and having a saline
taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.55) and freely soluble in alcohol
(1:2).
ACTION AND USES: Practically identical with those of
potassium iodide, but less disagreeable in taste; perhaps
somewhat less irritating locally.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Sodii Nitris (Sod. Nitris), Sodium Nitrite, U.S.P.=--NaNO{2}.
Colorless crystals or white or nearly white masses, sticks or
powder, odorless and having a mild saline taste. Deliquescent on
exposure to air, being gradually converted into sodium nitrate.
Freely soluble in water (1:1.5), but only sparingly soluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Vasodilator, similar to nitroglycerin.
The action is probably somewhat slower and more
prolonged.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
=Sodii Perboras (Sod. Perbor.), Sodium Perborate, U.S.P.=--NaBO{3} +
4H{2}O (about 86.5%). Should contain not less than 9 per cent. of
available oxygen.
White, odorless granules or powder, having a saline taste. Soluble
in water.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic, deodorant and bactericide;
in general, similar to hydrogen peroxide.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.); may be applied
as a dusting powder or in a 2 per cent. solution.
=Sodii Phenolsulphonas (Sod. Phenolsulph.), Sodium Phenolsulphonate,
U.S.P.= (Sodium Sulphocarbolate).--The hydrated salt.
Colorless, odorless, somewhat efflorescent crystals or granules,
having a cooling, saline bitter taste. Freely soluble in water
(1:4.2), and only slightly soluble in alcohol (1:140).
ACTION AND USES: Phenolsulphonates were introduced
with the idea that they would be antiseptic like phenol, but
less toxic. Actually, they are practically inert.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Sodii Phosphas (Sod. Phos.), Sodium Phosphate, U.S.P.=--Na{2}HPO{4} +
12H{2}O, representing about 41.5 per cent. of the anhydrous salt.
Colorless, odorless, efflorescent crystals or powder, having a
cooling, saline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:2.7); insoluble
in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Saline cathartic, similar to magnesium
and sodium sulphate. The taste is less disagreeable.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Sodii Phosphas Exsiccatus (Sod. Phos. Exsic.), Exsiccated Sodium
Phosphate, U.S.P._--Na{2}HPO{4}.
White powder which absorbs moisture readily. Freely soluble in
water (1:8.1), but insoluble in alcohol.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Liquor Sodii Phosphatis Compositus (Liq. Sod. Phos. Co.), Compound
Solution of Sodium Phosphate, N.F._--Sodium phosphate (100%) and citric
acid in glycerin and water.
USES: Laxative.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_*Sodii Phosphas Effervescens (Sod. Phos. Eff.), Effervescent Sodium
Phosphate, U.S.P._--Exsiccated sodium phosphate (20%) in a mixture of
sodium bicarbonate (47.7%), tartaric acid (25.2%) and citric acid, the
last three yielding sodium citrate and sodium tartrate.
DOSAGE: 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.).
=*Sodii Salicylas (Sod. Salicyl.), Sodium Salicylate,
U.S.P.=--C{6}H{4}(OH) (COONa).
White or nearly white, odorless or nearly odorless powder having a
sweet, saline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.9) and freely
soluble in alcohol (1:9.2). Incompatible with acids, with acid
salts and with solutions of many of the alkaloids, particularly
quinine, which precipitates as the salicylate.
ACTION AND USES: The salt usually employed to secure
the constitutional action of salicylic acid.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Sodii Salicylatis (Elix. Sod. Salicyl.), Elixir of Sodium
Salicylate, N.F._--Sodium salicylate (8.5%), syrup, water and aromatic
elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 7 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Sodii Salicylatis Compositum (Elix. Sod. Salicyl. Co.), Compound
Elixir of Sodium Salicylate, N.F._--Sodium salicylate (8%), fluidextract
of cimifuga (3.2%), fluidextract of gelsemium (1.6%) and potassium
iodide (1.5%) in aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 23 per
cent.
USES: An irrational rheumatism mixture, constituting an
invitation to haphazard use.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Liquor Ferri Salicylatis (Liq. Ferr. Salicyl.), Solution of Ferric
Salicylate, N.F._ (Salicylated Mixture of Iron).--Solution containing
ferric salicylate with a large excess of sodium salicylate [obtained by
the interaction of sodium salicylate (12.5%) and tincture of ferric
citrochloride (12.5%)], and ammonium citrate, methyl salicylate,
glycerin and water.
USES: "Rheumatism remedy." Ferric salicylate has no
special advantage over the sodium salt.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
=*Sodii Sulphas (Sod. Sulph.), Sodium Sulphate, U.S.P.= (Glauber's
Salt).--Na{2}SO{4} + 10H{2}O.
Colorless, odorless, efflorescent crystals, having a bitter, saline
taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1), but insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Saline cathartic, more disagreeable
but less active than magnesium sulphate, over which it
has no material advantage.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.).
_Sal Carolinum Factitium (Sal Carol. Fact.), Artificial Carlsbad Salt,
N.F._--This is available in two forms, the dry amorphous form and the
crystalline form, the latter representing about 80 per cent. of water of
crystallization. The dry amorphous form represents potassium sulphate
(2%), sodium chloride (18%), sodium bicarbonate (36%) and hydrated
sodium sulphate (100%).
USES: Alkaline cathartic.
_Sal Carolinum Factitium Effervescens (Sal Carol. Fact. Eff.),
Effervescent Artificial Carlsbad Salt, N.F._ (Pulvis Salis Carolini
Factitii Effervescens, N.F. III).--Artificial Carlsbad salt (26.6%) in a
mixture of sodium bicarbonate (40%), tartaric acid (15.7%) and citric
acid, the last three yielding sodium citrate and sodium tartrate.
ACTION AND USES: Cathartic. Its high sodium citrate
and tartrate content should be borne in mind.
DOSAGE: 6 Gm. or 1-1/2 drachms (N.F.)
=*Sodii Sulphis Exsiccatus (Sod. Sulphis Exsic.), Exsiccated Sodium
Sulphite, U.S.P.=--Na{2}SO{3} (not less than 90%).
White, odorless powder, having a cooling, saline sulphurous taste.
Freely soluble in water (1:3.2), but only sparingly soluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic; principally used externally
as a wash.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=*Sodii Thiosulphas (Sod. Thiosulph.), Sodium Thiosulphate, U.S.P.=
("Sodium Hyposulphite").--Na{2}S{2}O{3} + 5H{2}O.
Colorless, odorless crystals, having a cooling, afterward bitter
taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.5) and insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used externally in the form of a
lotion as application for ringworm and other parasitic
diseases. Internally, rarely as cathartic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=Solanum (Solan.), Solanum, N.F.= (Horsenettle Berries).--Ripe fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Rarely used as a sedative in convulsions
and epilepsy; probably ineffective.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Solani (Fldext. Solan.), Fluidextract of Solanum,
N.F._--Solanum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=Sparteinae Sulphas (Spartein. Sulph.), Sparteine Sulphate, U.S.P.=
Colorless, odorless, hygroscopic crystals or powder, having a
slightly saline and somewhat bitter taste. Freely soluble in water
(1:1.1) and in alcohol (1:3).
ACTION AND USES: Has been widely exploited as a
diuretic, but on insufficient evidence. Is of little use and
is now less frequently employed than formerly. Large doses
slow and weaken the heart.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.)
=SPECIES.=--Mixtures of vegetable drugs used as teas or poultices. For
the official mixtures, see Species Emollientes, N.F., under =Althaea
Folia;= Species Laxativae, N.F., under =Senna=, and Species Pectorales,
under =Althaea=.
=Spigelia (Spigelia), Spigelia, U.S.P.= (Pinkroot).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete anthelmintic for ascarides.
Inferior to santonin.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Spigeliae (Fldext. Spigel.), Fluidextract of Spigelia,
U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Pinkroot).--Spigelia (100%). Absolute alcohol
content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.)
=SPIRITUS, SPIRITS.--=Alcoholic solutions of either gaseous, liquid, or
solid volatile substances.
For the official spirits, see under the names of the respective
principal constituents. For Spiritus Cinnamomi, see under =Oleum
Cassiae=; for Spiritus Odoratus, under =Oleum Bergamottae=. For the
following, see under the respective oils: Spiritus Amygdalae Amarae,
Spiritus Anisi, Spiritus Aurantii Compositus, Spiritus Cardamomi
Compositus, Spiritus Juniperi, Spiritus Juniperi Compositus, Spiritus
Lavandulae, Spiritus Menthae Piperitae, Spiritus Menthae Viridis,
Spiritus Myrciae Compositus, Spiritus Sinapis.
=SPIRITUS OLEORUM VOLATILIUM, SPIRITS OF VOLATILE OILS=.--Volatile oil
(6.5%) in alcohol.
=Staphisagria (Staphisag.), Staphisagria, U.S.P.= (Stavesacre).--Seeds.
ACTION AND USES: To destroy pediculi. The contained
alkaloid, delphinine, is toxic, resembling aconitine in its
physiologic action.
DOSAGE: Used as an ointment or lotion.
_Fluidextractum Staphisagria (Fldext. Staphisag.), Fluidextract of
Staphisagria, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Stavesacre).--Staphisagria
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
=STILI DILUBILES (STIL. DILUB.), PASTE PENCILS,= (Unna Pencils).--Paste
pencils are for the direct application of medicinal agents to the skin
in dermatologic practice. The paste consists of starch, dextrin,
tragacanth and sugar with sufficient water to form a plastic mass. For
the official paste pencils, see Stili Acidi Salicylici Dilubiles, under
=Acidum Salicylicum=.
=Stillingia (Stilling.), Stillingia, U.S.P.= (Queen's Root).
ACTION AND USES: Has been used as a sialagogue and expectorant. Has
no advantage over senega; is now less frequently used than formerly.
The compound fluidextract and syrup are antiquated "alteratives," at
one time used especially against syphilis and scrofula. They are
complex and inefficient, and therefore irrational and harmful.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Stillingiae (Fldext. Stilling.), Fluidextract of
Stillingia, U.S.P._--Stillingia (100%). Absolute alcohol content about
40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Stillingiae Compositum (Fldext. Stilling. Co.), Compound
Fluidextract of Stillingia, N.F._--Stillingia (25%), corydalis (25%),
blue flag (12.5%), sambucus (12.5%), chimaphila (12.5%), prickly ash
berries (6.2%) and coriander (6.2%) in glycerin, alcohol and water.
Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Syrupus Stillingiae Compositus (Syr. Stilling. Co.), Compound Syrup of
Stillingia, N.F._--Compound fluidextract of stillingia (25%) in glycerin
and syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.)
=*Stramonium (Stramon.), Stramonium, U.S.P.= (Jamestown Weed, Jimson
Weed).--Leaves, containing not less than 0.25 per cent. of alkaloids.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of belladonna, over
which it has no advantage. Often used in "asthma
powders."
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Stramonii (Ext. Stramon.), Extract of Stramonium,
U.S.P._--Two forms: Pilular extract of stramonium and powdered extract
of stramonium. One Gm. of extract represents about 4 Gm. of stramonium
and yields about 1 per cent. of alkaloids.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Stramonii (Fldext. Stramon.), Fluidextract of
Stramonium, N.F._--Stramonium (100%), yielding about 0.25 per cent. of
alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (N.F.).
_Tinctura Stramonii (Tr. Stramon.), Tincture of Stramonium,
U.S.P._--Stramonium (10%), yielding about 0.025 per cent. of stramonium
alkaloids. Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
_Unguentum Stramonii (Ung. Stramon.), Stramonium Ointment,
U.S.P._--Pilular extract of stramonium (10%), diluted alcohol, hydrous
wool fat and benzoinated lard.
=Strontii Bromidum (Stront. Brom.), Strontium Bromide, U.S.P.=--SrBr{2}
+ 6H{2}O.
Colorless, odorless crystals, having a bitter, saline taste. Very
soluble in water (1:0.35); soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of sodium bromide
over which it has no definite advantage.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=Strontii Carbonas (Stront. Carb.), Strontium Carbonate, N.F.=--SrCO{3}.
White, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water and in
alcohol. Decomposed by acids.
ACTION AND USES: Of use only in the making of soluble
salts of strontium
=Strontii Iodidum (Stront. Iod.), Strontium Iodide, U.S.P.=--SrI{2} +
6H{2}O.
Colorless crystals or white powder or crystalline crusts, turning
yellow on exposure to light; odorless, deliquescent and having a
bitter saline taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.2); somewhat less
soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to, but without definite advantage
over potassium iodide.
DOSAGE: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (U.S.P.)
=Strontii Salicylas (Stront. Salicyl.), Strontium Salicylate,
U.S.P.=--Sr(C{6}H{4}.OH.COO){2} + 2H{2}O.
White, odorless powder, having a somewhat sweet, saline taste.
Soluble in water (1:19) and in alcohol (1:61).
ACTION AND USES: Identical with those of sodium
salicylate, over which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.)
=*Strophanthinum (Strophanthin.), Strophanthin, U.S.P.=--A glucoside or
mixture of glucosides obtained from strophanthus.
White or yellowish powder. Very soluble in water and in diluted
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Like those of digitalis. Strophanthin
acts more rapidly and is excreted sooner, but its absorption
from the alimentary canal is so variable that its administration
by mouth is inadvisable.
DOSAGE: Daily by mouth, 0.001 Gm. or 1/60 grain (U.S.P.);
intravenous, 0.00075 Gm. or 1/80 grain (U.S.P.).
Caution should be used if patient has been taking digitalis
=*Strophanthus (Strophanth.), Strophanthus, U.S.P.=--Ripe seeds.
ACTION AND USES: Strophanthus and tincture of strophanthus
have properties similar to those of the glucoside
strophanthin. The absorption of strophanthus from the
alimentary canal is so variable that administration by
mouth is not advisable.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Strophanthi (Tr. Strophanth.), Tincture of Strophanthus,
U.S.P._ (Strophanthi Tinctura, P.I.).--Strophanthus (10%) with the oil
removed. Biologically assayed by producing death in frogs. Absolute
alcohol content about 92 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians
who prescribe it should specify the biologically assayed
preparation.
=Strychnina (Strych.), Strychnine, U.S.P.=--An alkaloid obtained from
nux vomica.
Colorless, odorless crystals or white powder. Extremely bitter in
very dilute solutions. Very slightly soluble in water (1:6420) and
slightly soluble in alcohol (1:136).
ACTION AND USES: Stimulates the reflex activity of the
spinal cord, but produces little or no effect on the higher
nervous centers; is also used as a bitter tonic, generally in
the form of a preparation of nux vomica.
As strychnine is so slightly soluble, it is generally prescribed as
one of its salts. Of these, the nitrate meets every need.
DOSAGE: 0.0015 Gm. or 1/40 grain (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Pepsini, Bismuthi et Strychninae (Elix. Pepsin. Bism. et
Strych.), Elixir of Pepsin, Bismuth and Strychnine, N.F._--Strychnine
(0.0175%), tartaric acid, and elixir of pepsin and bismuth. Absolute
alcohol content about 10 per cent.
USES: An irrational preparation.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Pilulae Antidyspepticae (Pil. Antidyspep.), Antidyspeptic Pills,
N.F._--Each pill contains strychnine (0.0016 Gm., or 1/40 grain), ipecac
and pilular extract of belladonna leaves (each 0.0065 Gm., or 1/10
grain), mass of mercury, and compound extract of colocynth (each 0.13
Gm., or 2 grains).
USES: An objectionably named and misdirected mixture.
DOSAGE: 1 pill (N.F.).
=Strychninae Acetas, Strychnine Acetate.=
_Liquor Strychninae Acetatis (Liq. Strych. Acet.), Solution of
Strychnine Acetate, N.F._ (Hall's Solution of Strychnine).--Strychnine
acetate (about 0.209%), alcohol, compound tincture of cardamom and
water. Absolute alcohol content about 23 per cent.
USES: Superfluous strychnine solution.
DOSAGE: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (U.S.P.).
=Strychninae Glycerophosphas (Strych. Glycerophos.), Strychnine
Glycerophosphate, N.F.= (Strychnine Glycerinophosphate).
White, odorless crystals or powder, with a taste at first sweet,
afterward intensely bitter. Slightly soluble in water (1:350), and
in alcohol (1:310).
ACTION AND USES: Superfluous strychnine salt.
DOSAGE: 0.0015 Gm. or 1/40 grain (N.F.).
=*Strychninae Nitras (Strych. Nit.), Strychnine Nitrate, U.S.P.=
Colorless, odorless crystals or white powder. Soluble in water
(1:42) and somewhat less soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of strychnine.
DOSAGE: 0.0015 Gm. or 1/40 grain (U.S.P.).
=*Strychninae Sulphas (Strych. Sulph.), Strychnine Sulphate, U.S.P.=
Colorless or white crystals or white powder, odorless; efflorescent
in dry air. Soluble in water (1:32) and in alcohol (1:81).
USES: Same as those of strychnine. Has no advantage
over the nitrate.
DOSAGE: 0.0015 Gm. or 1/40 grain (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri, Bismuthi et Strychninae (Elix.
Cinchon. Ferr. Bism. et Strych.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids, Iron,
Bismuth and Strychnine, N.F._ (Elixir Cinchonae, Ferri, Bismuthi et
Strychninae, N.F. III, Elixir of Calisaya, Alkaloidal, with Iron,
Bismuth and Strychnine).--Strychnine sulphate (0.0175%), elixir of
cinchona alkaloids, iron and bismuth (about 99%) and water. Absolute
alcohol content about 18 per cent.
USES: An irrational mixture supposed to contain six
active ingredients.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Strychninae (Elix. Cinchon.
Ferr. et Strych.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids, Iron and Strychnine,
N.F._ (Elixir Cinchonae, Ferri et Strychninae, N.F. III, Elixir of
Calisaya Alkaloidal, with Iron and Strychnine).--Strychnine sulphate
(0.0175%), elixir of cinchona alkaloids and iron (about 99%) and water.
Absolute alcohol content about 18 per cent.
USES: A complex and irrational "tonic."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Strychninae Valeras (Strych. Valer.), Strychnine Valerate, N.F.=
White, crystalline powder, with a valerian-like odor and an
intensely bitter taste. Sparingly soluble in water, soluble in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Superfluous strychnine salt.
DOSAGE: 0.0015 Gm. or 1/40 grain (N.F.).
_Elixir Strychninae Valeratis (Elix. Strych. Valer.), Elixir of
Strychnine Valerate, N.F._ (Elixir Strychninae Valerianatis, N.F.
III).--Strychnine valerate (0.0175%), aromatic elixir (about 96.5%),
water, tincture of vanilla and compound tincture of cudbear. Absolute
alcohol content about 22 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Styrax (Styrax), Storax, U.S.P.= (Liquid Storax.)--A balsam.
ACTION AND USES: Closely resembles balsam of Peru,
over which it has no advantage. An ointment (1:4) has
been used as a parasiticide in scabies and other parasitic
infections.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
=Succus Citri (Suc. Cit.), Lime Juice, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Used especially in prevention and
treatment of scurvy.
=Succus Pomorum (Suc. Pomor.), Fresh Apple Juice, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Used in pharmacy in the making of
crude ferric malate.
=*Sulphonethylmethanum (Sulphonethylmeth.), Sulphonethylmethane, U.S.P.=
(Trional).--Diethylsulphonemethylethylmethane.
Colorless, lustrous, odorless, crystalline scales, having a bitter
taste in aqueous solutions. Slightly soluble in water (1:200) and
in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: A hypnotic producing in ordinary doses
no other symptoms than sleep. The sleep comes on in about
an hour, though in some cases it may be much longer
delayed.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Gm. or 12 grains (U.S.P.), best administered
in hot milk or other hot drinks.
=*Sulphonmethanum (Sulphonmeth.), Sulphonmethane, U.S.P.=
(Sulphonal).--Diethylsulphonedimethylmethane.
Colorless, odorless and nearly tasteless crystals or powder.
Slightly soluble in water (1:365) and soluble in alcohol (1:60).
ACTION AND USES: Hypnotic and sedative. Has properties
similar to those of sulphonethylmethane, but usually acts
somewhat more slowly.
DOSAGE: 0.75 Gm. or 12 grains (U.S.P.). Preferably
administered in hot milk or other hot drinks.
=*Sulphur Lotum (Sulphur Lot.), Washed Sulphur, U.S.P.=--S.
Fine, yellow, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water and in
alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Used locally in parasitic diseases of
the skin and as a mild cathartic especially in hemorrhoids.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Trochisci Sulphuris et Potassii Bitartratis (Troch. Sulphur. et Pot.
Bitart.), Troches of Sulphur and Potassium Bitartrate, N.F._ (Troches of
Sulphur and Cream of Tartar).--Each troche contains washed sulphur (0.3
Gm. or 5 grains) and potassium bitartrate (0.06 Gm. or 1 grain) with
tragacanth, sugar and oil of orange.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.). Dose so small as to be practically
worthless.
=*Sulphur Praecipitatum (Sulphur Praec.), Precipitated Sulphur, U.S.P.=
(Lac Sulphuris, Milk of Sulphur).--S. Made by precipitating a solution
of calcium sulphide with hydrochloric acid.
Fine, pale yellow, odorless, tasteless powder.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of washed sulphur;
more active and irritant.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
=*Sulphur Sublimatum (Sulphur Sublim.), Sublimed Sulphur, U.S.P.=
(Flowers of Sulphur).--S.
Fine, yellow powder having a slight, characteristic odor and a
faintly acid taste.
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of washed sulphur.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).
_Petroxolinum Sulphuratum (Petrox. Sulphur.), Sulphurated Petroxolin,
N.F._ (Sulphurated Petrox).--Sublimed sulphur (3%) in linseed oil, oleic
acid and liquid petroxolin.
_Petroxolinum Sulphuratum Compositum (Petrox. Sulphur. Co.), Compound
Sulphurated Petroxolin, N.F._ (Compound Sulphurated
Petrox).--Sulphurated petroxolin (10%), in oil of cade, thymol,
eucalyptol, oil of turpentine and liquid petroxolin.
_*Unguentum Sulphuris (Ung. Sulphur.), Sulphur Ointment,
U.S.P._--Sublimed sulphur (15%) in benzoinated lard.
_Unguentum Sulphuris Alkalinum (Ung. Sulphur. Alk.), Alkaline Sulphur
Ointment, N.F._--Sublimed sulphur (20%) and potassium carbonate (10%) in
water and benzoinated lard.
_Unguentum Sulphuris Compositum (Ung. Sulphur. Co.), Compound Sulphur
Ointment, N.F._ (Wilkinson's Ointment, Hebra's Itch Ointment).--Sublimed
sulphur (15%), oil of cade (15%) and precipitated calcium carbonate in
soft soap and lard.
=Sulphuris Iodidum (Sulphur. Iod.), Sulphur Iodide, N.F.=--Washed
sulphur (20%) and iodine combined by means of heat.
Brittle, grayish black masses, having a metallic luster, an odor of
iodine and a somewhat acrid taste. Almost insoluble in water;
alcohol dissolves the iodine, leaving the sulphur.
ACTION AND USES: Used in parasitic skin diseases;
antiquated.
=Sumbul (Sumbul), Sumbul, U.S.P.= (Musk-root).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly exploited as a stimulant and
antispasmodic in hysterical conditions. Effect probably
psychic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Extractum Sumbul (Ext. Sumbul), Extract of Sumbul, U.S.P._--A pilular
extract.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Sumbul (Fldext. Sumbul), Fluidextract of Sumbul, U.S.P._
(Fluidextract of Musk-root).--Sumbul (100%). Absolute alcohol content
about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Sumbul (Tr. Sumbul), Tincture of Sumbul, N.F._--Sumbul (10%)
in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=SUPPOSITORIA, SUPPOSITORIES, U.S.P.=--Suppositories are solid bodies of
various weights and shapes adapted for introduction into the different
orifices of the human body and melting readily at body heat.
=Suprarenalum Siccum (Supraren. Sicc.), Dried Suprarenals, U.S.P.=
(Glandulae Suprarenales Siccae, U.S.P., VIII, Desiccated Suprarenal
Glands).--The suprarenal glands of animals which are used for food by
man, cleaned, dried, freed from fat, and powdered, and containing
epinephrine (about 0.5%), the active principle of the suprarenal gland.
A light, yellowish-brown powder, having a slight, characteristic
odor. Partially soluble in water.
ACTION AND USES: The action of dried suprarenals is virtually
that of epinephrine, but more variable and less conveniently
employed.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
=SYRUPI, SYRUPS.=--Syrups are aqueous solutions of medicinal substances
rendered palatable by the addition of sugar. For the official syrups see
under the names of the principal ingredients. For Syrupus, see under
=Saccharum=; for Syrupus Bromidorum, under =Potassii Bromidum=; for
Syrupus Ficorum Compositus, under =Ficus=; for Syrupus Hypophosphitum
and Syrupus Hypophosphitum Compositus, under =Calcii Hypophosphis=; for
Syrupus Ipecacuanhae et Opii, under =Opium=; for Syrupus Phosphatum
Compositus, under =Acidum Phosphoricum=; for Syrupus Phosphatum cum
Quinina et Strychnina, under =Quininae Hydrochloridum=, and for Syrupus
Pini Strobi Compositus cum Morphina, under =Morphinae Sulphas=.
=Talcum Purificatum (Talc. Purif.), Purified Talc, U.S.P.=--A purified
native hydrous magnesium silicate, sometimes containing a small amount
of aluminum silicate.
A fine white or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder, which
adheres to the skin and is slippery to the touch.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a dusting powder, and as a
clarifying agent in pharmacy.
=Tamarindus (Tamarind.), Tamarind, N.F.=--The preserved pulp of the
fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Mildly laxative. When infused with
water, yields an agreeable acid drink.
DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (N.F.).
=Taraxacum (Tarax.), Taraxacum, U.S.P.= (Dandelion).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Has been used as a bitter tonic (without
advantage over gentian) and as a mild laxative in habitual
constipation (inferior to drugs like cascara sagrada);
has no specific action on the liver.
DOSAGE: 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Taraxaci Compositum (Elix. Tarax. Co.), Compound Elixir of
Taraxacum, N.F._--Fluidextract of taraxacum (3.5%), fluidextract of wild
cherry (2%), fluidextract of glycyrrhiza, tincture of sweet orange peel,
tincture of cinnamon, compound tincture of cardamom and aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content, about 28 per cent.
DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
_Extractum Taraxaci (Ext. Tarax.), Extract of Taraxacum, U.S.P._--A
pilular extract.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Taraxaci (Fldext. Tarax.), Fluidextract of Taraxacum,
U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Dandelion).--Taraxacum (100%). Absolute alcohol
content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
=Terebenum (Tereben.), Terebene, U.S.P.=--Obtained from oil of
turpentine by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid.
A colorless, thin liquid, having a thyme-like odor and an aromatic
taste. Only slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol (1:3).
ACTION AND USES: Expectorant resembling oil of turpentine,
but more pleasant in odor.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Cc. or 4 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Terebinthina (Terebinth.), Turpentine, N.F.=--A solid oleoresin
obtained from pine.
ACTION AND USES: Rubefacient; without advantage over
turpentine oil.
=Terebinthina Laricis (Terebinth. Laric.), Venice Turpentine, N.F.=
(Larch Turpentine).--A viscid oleoresin obtained from European larch.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of turpentine; now
seldom used.
_Petroxolinum Terebinthinae Laricis (Petrox. Terebinth. Laric.), Venice
Turpentine Petroxolin, N.F._ (Venice Turpentine Petrox).--Venice
turpentine (20%) in liquid petroxolin.
=*Terpini Hydras (Terpin. Hyd.), Terpin Hydrate, U.S.P.=
Colorless, lustrous, nearly odorless crystals, having a slightly
aromatic and somewhat bitter taste. Slightly soluble in water
(1:200) and soluble in alcohol (1:13).
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic, diaphoretic, diuretic; largely
used as an expectorant in cases accompanied by free bronchial
secretion.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Terpini Hydratis (Elix. Terpin. Hyd.), Elixir of Terpin Hydrate,
N.F._--Terpin hydrate (1.75%), tincture of sweet orange peel, spirit of
bitter almond, alcohol, glycerin, syrup and water. Absolute alcohol
content about 42 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Codeinae, N.F._--See under =Codeina=.
_Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Diacetylmorphinae, N.F._--See under
=Diacetylmorphina=.
=Terra Silicea Purificata (Ter. Sil. Purif.), Purified Siliceous Earth,
U.S.P.= (Purified Kieselguhr, Purified Infusorial Earth).--Silica
(SiO{2}).
Fine, bulky, white or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder.
Insoluble in water, acids or dilute solutions of the alkalies.
ACTION AND USES: Used as a clarifying agent in
pharmacy.
=*Theobrominae Sodio-Salicylas (Theobrom. Sodio-Sal.), Theobromine
Sodio-Salicylate, U.S.P.= (Diuretin).--Sodium theobromine and sodium
salicylate in approximately molecular proportions. Contains not less
than 46.5 per cent. of theobromine.
White, odorless powder, having a sweetish, saline and somewhat
alkaline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1), slightly soluble in
alcohol. Incompatible with acids and has the other
incompatibilities of salicylates.
ACTION AND USES: A soluble salt of theobromine, having
much the same action as caffeine, except that it does not
affect the central nervous system to any extent. Mainly
used as a diuretic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
=*Theophyllina (Theophyll.), Theophylline, U.S.P.= (Dimethylxanthine,
Theocin).--An isomer of theobromine.
White, odorless powder, having a bitter taste. Soluble in water
(1:100) and in alcohol (1:80).
ACTION AND USES: Has a diuretic action similar to that
of theobromine, more powerful, but said to be not so lasting.
DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
=Thuja (Thuja), Thuja, N.F.= (Arbor Vitae).--Young twigs.
ACTION AND USES: Somewhat irritant; no well-defined
indications for its use, but has been recommended as a febrifuge,
expectorant and anthelmintic, and as a stimulating
remedy in tenesmus and dribbling of urine in the aged.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Thujae (Fldext. Thuj.), Fluidextract of Thuja,
N.F._--Thuja (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Thymol (Thymol), Thymol, U.S.P.=--A phenol.
Large, colorless, translucent crystals, having an aromatic
thyme-like odor, and a pungent, aromatic taste. Very slightly
soluble in water (1:1,010); freely soluble in alcohol (1:1).
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic and anthelmintic. Used
chiefly against the hookworm.
DOSAGE: Antiseptic, 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.); anthelmintic, 1
Gm. or 15 grains, per day (U.S.P.). In the treatment of hookworm
disease it should be given in as finely divided state as possible in
dosage of from 0.5 to 4 Gm. or from 8 grains to 1 drachm. No fats,
oils or alcohol should be given at the same time, for fear of
absorption of the drug.
The dosage may be regulated according to age as follows: Up to 5 years
of age, 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains; up to 10, 1 Gm. or 15 grains; up to 15,
1.5 Gm. or 24 grains; up to 20, 2 Gm. or 30 grains; above 20, 3 to 4
Gm. or 45 grains to 1 drachm.
_Nebula Thymolis (Nebul. Thymol.), Thymol Spray, N.F._--Thymol (1%) in
light liquid petrolatum.
=*Thymolis Iodidum (Thymol. Iod.), Thymol Iodide, U.S.P.=
(Aristol).--Chiefly dithymol-diiodide. Should contain not less than 43
per cent. of iodine.
A reddish-brown or reddish-yellow, bulky powder, with a very slight
aromatic odor. Insoluble in water or glycerin; only slightly
soluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic; used chiefly as a dusting
powder. Less efficient than iodoform.
=Thymus (Thymus), Thyme, N.F.=--Tops.
ACTION AND USES: Aromatic and rubefacient; without
advantage over camphor.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Thymi (Fldext. Thym.), Fluidextract of Thyme,
N.F._--Thyme (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Thyroideum Siccum (Thyroid. Sicc.), Dried Thyroids, U.S.P.= (Glandulae
Thyroideae Siccae, U.S.P., VIII, Desiccated Thyroid Glands).--The
thyroid glands of animals which are used for food by man, freed from
connective tissue and fat, dried and powdered. Should contain about 0.2
per cent. of iodine.
A yellowish powder, with a slight characteristic odor.
ACTION AND USES: Used in thyroid deficiency; sometimes
in obesity, in which it may be harmful.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
=TINCTURAE, TINCTURES.=--Tinctures with few exceptions are alcoholic or
hydroalcoholic extractive preparations of vegetable drugs. The tinctures
of potent drugs represent uniformly 10 Gm. of drug in 100 Cc. of the
preparation, while tinctures of less potent drugs vary in strength but
represent usually 20 Gm. of drug in 100 Cc. of the preparation. For the
official tinctures see under the names of the respective drugs. For
Tinctura Amara, see under =Gentiana=; for Tinctura Antiperiodica and
Tinctura Antiperiodica sine Aloe, under =Quininae Bisulphas=; for
Tinctura Aromatica, under =Cinnamomum Saigonicum=; for Tinctura
Ipecacuanhae et Opii and for Tinctura Pectoralis, under =Opium=.
=TINCTURAE AETHEREAE, ETHEREAL TINCTURES, N.F.=--When not otherwise
directed, ethereal tinctures are to be prepared representing 10 per
cent. drug strength, extracted with a mixture of alcohol and ether. Of
doubtful advantage over ordinary tinctures.
=TINCTURAE MEDICAMENTORUM RECENTIUM, TINCTURES OF FRESH DRUGS, N.F.=
(Tincturae Herbarum Recentium, U.S.P. VIII).--When not otherwise
directed, tinctures of fresh drugs are to be prepared by extracting 50
Gm. of the fresh drug with alcohol to make 100 Cc.
=TOXITABELLAE, POISON TABLETS.=--Tablets containing poisons.
=*Tragacantha (Trag.), Tragacanth, U.S.P.= (Gum Tragacanth).--Mixed with
50 parts of distilled water, forms a smooth, nearly uniform, stiff,
opalescent mucilage.
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent and ingredient in emulsions.
_Glyceritum Tragacanthae (Glycer. Trag.), Glycerite of Tragacanth,
N.F._--Tragacanth (about 10%) in glycerin and water.
_Mucilago Tragacanthae (Mucil. Trag.), Mucilage of Tragacanth,
U.S.P._--Tragacanth (6%) in glycerin (18%) and water.
=Trifolium (Trifol.), Trifolium, N.F.= (Red Clover Blossoms).
ACTION AND USES: Inert. Has been used in antisyphilitic
and alterative compounds; also as an expectorant.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Trifolii (Fldext. Trifol.), Fluidextract of Trifolium,
N.F._--Trifolium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Trillium (Trill.), Trillium, N.F.= (Beth Root).--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete, formerly used as astringent
and tonic.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Trillii (Fldext. Trill.), Fluidextract of Trillium,
N.F._--Trillium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
=*Trinitrophenol (Trinitrophen.), Trinitrophenol, U.S.P.= (Picric Acid).
Pale yellow, odorless crystals, having an intensely bitter taste,
and exploding when heated rapidly and when subjected to percussion.
Trinitrophenol stains the skin an intense, permanent yellow.
Soluble in water (1:78), and in alcohol (1:12).
ACTION AND USES: For the dressing of burns. Internally
is highly toxic, producing nausea, vomiting and diarrhea,
and stains the skin and mucous membranes a yellow color,
simulating jaundice.
DOSAGE: Externally as saturated watery solution or as
ointment.
=Triticum (Tritic.), Triticum, U.S.P.= (Couch Grass, Dog
Grass).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Formerly exploited as a diuretic in
cystitis and irritable bladder. Now seldom employed.
DOSAGE: 8 Gm. or 2 drachms (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Tritici (Fldext. Tritic.), Fluidextract of Triticum,
U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Couch Grass).--Triticum (100%). Absolute
alcohol content about 15 per cent.
DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
=TRITURATIONES, TRITURATIONS.=--Mixtures containing active drugs in
powder form; prepared by mixing the substance (10%) with powdered sugar
of milk. For the official trituration see Trituratio Elaterini, U.S.P.,
under =Elaterinum=.
=TROCHISCI, TROCHES= (Lozenges).--Tablets intended to be dissolved in
the mouth for their local effect on the mucous membrane of the mouth and
the throat. For the official troches see under the names of the
principal ingredients.
=Ulmus (Ulmus), Elm, U.S.P.= (Elm Bark, Slippery Elm).--The inner bark.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete demulcent.
_Trochisci Ulmi (Troch. Ulmi), Troches of Elm, N.F._--Each troche
contains elm, tragacanth, sugar and methyl salicylate.
USES: Demulcent expectorant.
DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.).
=UNGUENTA, OINTMENTS.=--Soft, fatty solids, of such consistency that
they are readily spread at ordinary temperatures. For the official
ointments, see under the names of the respective principal constituents.
For Unguentum, see under =Adeps=; for Unguentum Diachylon, under =Plumbi
Oxidum=, and for Unguentum Fuscum, under =Camphora=.
=Uranii Nitras (Uran. Nit.), Uranium Nitrate, U.S.P.= (Uranyl
Nitrate).--UO{2}(NO{3}){2} + 6H{2}O.
Light, yellow, odorless, somewhat efflorescent, radioactive
crystals, having a bitter astringent taste. Freely soluble in water
(1:1.2); also soluble in alcohol or ether.
ACTION AND USES: Has been used, without adequate justification,
in the treatment of diabetes and cancer. Solutions
are poisonous and produce glucosuria when injected subcutaneously,
even in small doses.
DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.), best administered
in simple solutions. Use with caution.
=Uva Ursi (Uva Ursi), Uva Ursi, U.S.P.= (Bearberry).--Leaves.
ACTION AND USES: Mild and slightly antiseptic diuretic
used especially in vesical catarrh. Less effective than santal
oil.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Uvae Ursi (Fldext. Uvae Ursi), Fluidextract of Uva Ursi,
U.S.P._--Uva ursi (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=*Valeriana (Valer.), Valerian, U.S.P.=--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Used as "antispasmodic" and "nerve
sedative" in hysteria and other nervous excitations. Its
influence is largely psychic, owing to its strong, persistent
odor.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Valerianae (Fldext. Valer.), Fluidextract of Valerian,
N.F._--Valerian (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Valerianae (Tr. Valer.), Tincture of Valerian,
U.S.P._--Valerian (20%), in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content
about 69 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Valerianae Ammoniata (Tr. Valer. Ammon.), Ammoniated Tincture
of Valerian, U.S.P._--Valerian (20%) in aromatic spirit of ammonia.
Absolute alcohol content about 64 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Vanilla (Vanilla), Vanilla, N.F.= (Vanilla Bean).--Cured fruit.
ACTION AND USES: Flavoring.
_Tinctura Vanillae (Tr. Vanill.), Tincture of Vanilla, N.F._--Vanilla,
sugar and diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
=Vanillinum (Vanillin.), Vanillin, U.S.P.=--The odorous principle of
vanilla, sometimes prepared synthetically.
Fine, white or nearly white, crystalline needles having the odor
and taste of vanilla. Soluble in water (1:100) and freely soluble
in alcohol or glycerin.
ACTION AND USES: Used only as a flavoring.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Vanillini Compositum (Elix. Vanil. Co.), Compound Elixir of
Vanillin, N.F._--Compound spirit of vanillin (2%), alcohol, glycerin,
syrup, tincture of caramel and water. Absolute alcohol content about 8
per cent.
_Spiritus Vanillini Compositus (Sp. Vanil. Co.), Compound Spirit of
Vanillin, N.F._--Vanillin, oil of orange, oil of cardamom, oil of
cinnamon and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
=Veratrina (Veratrin.), Veratrine, U.S.P.= (Veratria).--A mixture of
alkaloids from sabadilla seeds.
White or nearly white, odorless powder, intensely irritating to the
nasal mucous membrane. Very slightly soluble in water (1:1760) and
freely soluble in alcohol (1:2.8).
ACTION AND USES: In its action on peripheral nerve endings,
it is said to resemble aconite, but has no material
advantage over the latter. Has been applied (in an ointment)
as analgesic in neuralgia. It is highly toxic, and
caution should be observed in its use, especially where the
skin is broken.
_Oleatum Veratrinae (Oleat. Veratrin.), Oleate of Veratrine,
N.F._--Veratrine (2%) in oleic acid and olive oil.
_Unguentum Veratrinae (Ung. Veratrin.), Veratrine Ointment,
N.F._--Veratrine (4%) in expressed oil of almond and benzoinated lard.
=Veratrum Viride (Verat. Vir.), Veratrum Viride, U.S.P.= (Green
Hellebore, American Hellebore).--Rhizome and roots.
ACTION AND USES: Slows the heart and lowers blood pressure.
The tincture has been recommended especially in
eclampsia, but is now little used.
DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Veratri Viridis (Fldext. Verat. Vir.), Fluidextract of
Veratrum Viride, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Green Hellebore).--Veratrum
viride (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.).
_Tinctura Veratri Viridis (Tr. Verat. Vir.), Tincture of Veratrum
Viride, U.S.P._--Veratrum viride (10%). Absolute alcohol content about
91 per cent.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.)
=Verbasci Flores (Verbasc. Flor.), Mullein Flowers, N.F.=--Corollas with
stamens.
ACTION AND USES: Demulcent, without advantage over
acacia, elm, etc.
DOSAGE: 8 Gm. or 2 drachms (N.F.).
=Verbasci Folia (Verbasc. Fol.), Mullein Leaves, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Same as those of the flowers.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Verbasci Foliae_ [should be _Foliorum_] _(Fldext.
Verbasc. Fol.), Fluidextract of Mullein Leaves, N.F._--Mullein leaves
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Verbena (Verben.), Verbena, N.F.= (Blue Vervain).--Plant deprived of
its root.
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete; said to be tonic, emetic,
expectorant and diaphoretic.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Verbenae (Fldext. Verben.), Fluidextract of Verbena,
N.F._--Verbena (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
=Viburnum Opulus (Viburn. Opul.), Viburnum Opulus, N.F.= (Crampbark,
High Bush Cranberry Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Slightly bitter; practically inert; was
recommended as tonic, antispasmodic and alterative. The
market supply is said to have been spurious for many years,
consisting of mountain maple (_Acer spicatum_).
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
_Elixir Viburni Opuli Compositum (Elix. Viburn. Opul. Co.), Compound
Elixir of Viburnum Opulus, N.F._ (Compound Elixir of
Crampbark).--Fluidextract of viburnum opulus (7.5%), fluidextract of
trillium (15%), fluidextract of aletris (7.5%) and compound elixir of
taraxacum. Absolute alcohol content about 35 per cent.
USES: An inefficient mixture sold for use in "female
weakness."
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Viburni Opuli (Fldext. Viburn. Opul.), Fluidextract of
Viburnum Opulus, N.F._--Viburnum opulus (100%). Absolute alcohol content
about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
_Tinctura Viburni Opuli Composita (Tr. Viburn. Opul. Co.), Compound
Tincture of Viburnum, N.F._--Viburnum opulus (3.5%), dioscorea (3.5%)
and scutellaria (1%), with clove and Saigon cinnamon in glycerin,
alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
USES: Irrational mixture used in menstrual disorders.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Viburnum Prunifolium (Viburn. Prun.), Viburnum Prunifolium, U.S.P.=
(Black Haw, Viburnum).--The dried bark.
ACTION AND USES: Has had considerable vogue as a
"uterine sedative," in dysmenorrhea and habitual abortion.
There is no good evidence that it has any action.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Viburni Prunifolii (Elix. Viburn. Prun.), Elixir of Viburnum
Prunifolium, N.F._ (Elixir of Black Haw).--Fluidextract of viburnum
prunifolium (12.5%), compound tincture of cardamom and aromatic elixir.
Absolute alcohol content about 29 per cent.
USES: An objectionable alcoholic preparation of viburnum.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
_Extractum Viburni Prunifolii (Ext. Viburn. Prun.), Extract of Viburnum
Prunifolium, U.S.P._ (Powdered Extract of Viburnum Prunifolium).--One
Gm. extract represents 5 Gm. viburnum prunifolium.
DOSAGE: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Viburni Prunifolii (Fldext. Viburn. Prun.), Fluidextract
of Viburnum Prunifolium, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Black Haw).--Viburnum
prunifolium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=VINA, WINES.=--Medicated wines are solutions of active medicaments or
the active constituents of drugs in wine. For the official wines, see
under the names of the respective principal constituents.
=Vinum Xericum (Vin. Xeric.), Sherry Wine, N.F.=--An alcoholic liquid
made by fermenting the juice of fresh ripe grapes, the fruit of
cultivated varieties of Vitis, freed from seeds, stems and skins, and
fortifying with pure grape brandy. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per
cent.
ACTION AND USES: Sherry wine has the action of alcohol.
=*Virus Vaccinicum (Virus Vaccin.), Vaccine Virus, U.S.P.= (Glycerinated
Vaccine Virus, Smallpox Vaccine, Jennerian Vaccine).--Prepared from the
pustules of vaccinia from vaccinated cattle. The product must comply
with the requirements established by the Secretary of the Treasury of
the United States through the United States Public Health Service.
USES: Prophylactic vaccination against smallpox.
=Xanthoxylum (Xanthox.), Xanthoxylum, U.S.P.= (Prickly Ash Bark).
ACTION AND USES: Bitter, without special advantage over
gentian.
DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Xanthoxyli (Fldext. Xanthox.), Fluidextract of
Xanthoxylum, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Prickly Ash).--Xanthoxylum (100%).
Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
=Xanthoxylum Fructus (Xanthox. Fruct.), Prickly Ash Berries, N.F.=
ACTION AND USES: Obsolete and probably worthless; has
been used as stimulant, tonic, alterative, diaphoretic, sialagogue
and carminative.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
=Zea (Zea), Zea, N.F.= (Corn Silk).
ACTION AND USES: Probably valueless. Has been used in
inflammatory conditions of the bladder.
DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
_Fluidextractum Zeae (Fldext. Zea.), Fluidextract of Zea, N.F._--Zea
(100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Zedoaria (Zedoar.), Zedoary, N.F.=--Rhizome.
ACTION AND USES: Practically the same as those of ginger,
over which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
_Tinctura Zedoariae Amara (Tr. Zedoar. Amar.), Bitter Tincture of
Zedoary, N.F. (Compound Tincture of Zedoary)._--Zedoary (25%), aloes
(12.5%), rhubarb (6.2%), gentian (6.2%), agaric (6.2%) and saffron
(6.2%) in glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 50
per cent.
USES: Bitter stomachic and laxative; needlessly complex
and without special advantage over compound tincture of
gentian.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=*Zinci Acetas (Zinc. Acet.), Zinc Acetate,
U.S.P.=--Zn(C{2}H{3}O{2}){2} + 2H{2}O.
Soft white crystals, having a faint vinegar odor and, in dilute
solutions, an astringent metallic taste. Freely soluble in water
(1:2.3), and soluble in alcohol (1:30).
ACTION AND USES: Used locally, like zinc sulphate, being
somewhat less powerful.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
=Zinci Carbonas Praecipitatus (Zinc. Carb. Praec.), Precipitated Zinc
Carbonate, U.S.P.=
Impalpable, white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water
or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to, but without advantage over
zinc oxide.
=*Zinci Chloridum (Zinc Chlor.), Zinc Chloride, U.S.P.=--ZnCl{2}.
White or nearly white, granular powder, porcelain-like masses or
molded pencils, odorless, very deliquescent and intensely caustic.
Very soluble in water (1:0.25) and in alcohol (1:1.3).
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic, astringent and escharotic.
_*Liquor Zinci Chloridi (Liq. Zinc. Chlor.), Solution of Zinc Chloride,
U.S.P._--ZnCl{2} (about 50 per cent.).
=*Zinci Oxidum (Zinc. Oxid.), Zinc Oxide, U.S.P.=--ZnO.
Fine, white or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble
in water or in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic and astringent, widely used
either alone or in combination with other substances as a
dusting powder and as a protective and sedative in ointments.
_Glycerogelatinum Zinci Durum (Glycerogel. Zinc. Dur.), Firm Zinc
Glycerogelatin, N.F._--Zinc oxide (10%) in water, glycerin and
glycerinated gelatin.
_Glycerogelatinum Zinci Molle (Glycerogel. Zinc. Mol.), Soft Zinc
Glycerogelatin, N.F._--Zinc oxide (10%) in water, glycerin and
glycerinated gelatin.
_Mulla Zinci (Mull. Zinc.), Zinc Mull, N.F._ (Unguentum Zinci Extensum,
N.F. III).--Zinc oxide (10%) in benzoinated suet and benzoinated lard.
_Pasta Zinci (Past. Zinc.), Zinc Paste, N.F._ (Lassar's Zinc
Paste).--Zinc oxide (24%), salicylic acid (2%), starch and petrolatum.
_Pasta Zinci Mollis (Past. Zinc. Moll.), Soft Zinc Paste, N.F._ (Unna's
Soft Zinc Paste).--Zinc oxide (25%), precipitated calcium carbonate,
linseed oil and solution of calcium hydroxide.
_Pasta Zinci Sulphurata (Past. Zinc. Sulphur.), Sulphurated Zinc Paste,
N.F._ (Unna's Sulphurated Zinc Paste).--Zinc oxide (15%), precipitated
sulphur (10%), purified siliceous earth and benzoinated lard.
_*Unguentum Zinci Oxidi (Ung. Zinc. Ox.), Ointment of Zinc Oxide,
U.S.P._ (Zinc Ointment).--Zinc oxide (20%) in benzoinated lard.
=Zinci Phenolsulphonas (Zinc. Phenolsulph.), Zinc Phenolsulphonate,
U.S.P.= (Zinc Sulphocarbolate).--The hydrated salt.
Colorless, odorless crystals or granules having an astringent,
metallic taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.6), and in alcohol
(1:1.8).
ACTION AND USES: Similar to, but less active than zinc
sulphate, over which it has no advantage.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains.
=*Zinci Stearas (Zinc. Stear.), Zinc Stearate, U.S.P.=--Chiefly zinc
stearate and palmitate.
Fine, bulky, white, tasteless powder, having a faint characteristic
odor. Insoluble in water or alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Similar to, but without special advantage
over zinc oxide.
_Unguentum Zinci Stearatis (Ung. Zinc. Stear.), Ointment of Zinc
Stearate, N.F._--Zinc stearate (50%) in white petrolatum.
USES: Without advantage over the oxide.
=*Zinci Sulphas (Zinc. Sulph.), Zinc Sulphate, U.S.P.=--ZnSO{4} +
7H{2}O.
Colorless, transparent crystals or granular powder, odorless and
having an astringent, metallic taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.6)
and freely soluble in glycerin (1:2.5); insoluble in alcohol.
ACTION AND USES: Astringent, styptic and emetic. Much
used in eye washes and especially effective in that form of
conjunctivitis caused by the Morax-Axenfeld bacillus.
DOSAGE: Emetic, 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.) in diluted
solution. Locally, 0.1 to 1 per cent. in collyria; 0.5 to 4
per cent. in injections (gonorrhea).
_Liquor Zinci et Alumini Compositus (Liq. Zinc. et Alumin. Co.),
Compound Solution of Zinc and Aluminum, N.F._--Zinc sulphate (20%),
aluminum sulphate (20%), betanaphthol (0.06%) with oil of thyme in
water.
USES: Needlessly complex astringent and antiseptic.
_Liquor Zinci et Ferri Compositus (Liq. Zinc. et Ferr. Co.), Compound
Solution of Zinc and Iron, N.F._ (Deodorant Solution).--Zinc sulphate
(20%), ferrous sulphate (20%), copper sulphate (6.5%), betanaphthol
(0.06%) with oil of thyme and hypophosphorous acid in water.
USES: Needlessly complex antiseptic mixture.
_Pulvis Antisepticus (Pulv. Antisept.), Soluble Antiseptic Powder, N.F._
(Pulvis Antisepticus Solubilis).--Zinc sulphate (12.5%), salicylic acid
(0.5%), phenol, eucalyptol, menthol and thymol (each 0.1%) and boric
acid.
USES: Needlessly complex antiseptic mixture.
=Zinci Valeras (Zinc. Valer.), Zinc Valerate, U.S.P.= (Zinc
Valerianate).
White scales or powder, having a valerian-like odor and a sweetish,
astringent, metallic taste. Soluble in water (1:70), often leaving
a residue, and in alcohol (1:22).
ACTION AND USES: Formerly deemed a "nerve sedative,"
but is without value.
DOSAGE: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.).
_Elixir Zinci Valeratis (Elix. Zinc. Valer.), Elixir of Zinc Valerate,
N.F._ (Elixir Zinci Valerianatis, N.F. III).--Zinc valerate (1.75%),
ammonium citrate, alcohol, spirit of bitter almond, compound tincture of
cudbear, water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 28
per cent.
DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
=Zincum (Zinc.), Zinc, U.S.P.=--Zn.
Bluish-white, thin sheets, irregular, granulated pieces, molded
pencils or powder. Insoluble in water or alcohol, but dissolves in
diluted sulphuric or hydrochloric acid with the evolution of
hydrogen.
ACTION AND USES: Reagent for the generation of
hydrogen.
=*Zingiber (Zingib.), Ginger, U.S.P.=--Rhizomes.
ACTION AND USES: Flavor, carminative, aromatic and
stimulant to the gastro-intestinal tract, because of the irritating
action of the volatile oil and resin. Probably has no
advantage over other pungent aromatics, such as the mints.
DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
_Fluidextractum Zingiberis (Fldext. Zingib.), Fluidextract of Ginger,
U.S.P._--Ginger (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
_Oleoresina Zingiberis (Oleores. Zingib.), Oleoresin of Ginger, U.S.P._
USES: Highly irritant.
DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
_Syrupus Zingiberis (Syr. Zingib.), Syrup of Ginger, U.S.P._
Fluidextract of ginger (3%), in alcohol (2%) and syrup.
DOSAGE: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
_*Tinctura Zingiberis (Tr. Zingib.), Tincture of Ginger, U.S.P._
(Tincture of Jamaica Ginger).--Jamaica ginger (20%) in alcohol. Absolute
alcohol content about 91 per cent.
DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
INDEX
In this index preference has been given to the English names of the
various drugs. The Latin names are used only when they differ
materially in spelling from the English.
Absinthium, 5
Absorbent cotton (Gossypium purificatum), 103
Acacia, 5
and morphine syrup, 134
mucilage, 5
syrup, 5
Aceta, 5
Acetanilid, 5
powder, compound, 6
Acetic acid, 6
acid, diluted, 6
acid, glacial, 6
ether, 17
turpentine liniment, 148
Acetomorphine (Diacetylmorphina), 78
Acetone, 6
Acetphenetidin, 6
Acetum aromaticum, 142
opii, 149
scillae, 192
Acid, acetic acid, boric acid, citric acid, etc.: See Acetic acid,
Boric acid, Citric acid, etc.
Aconite, 14
and chloroform liniment, 15
extract, 15
fluidextract, 15
powdered extract (Extractum aconiti), 15
root, 14
tincture, 15
Aconiti tuber (Aconitum), 14
Aconitine, 14
oleate, 14
Actaea, compound syrup (Syrupus cimicifugae compositus), 64
Adeps, 15
benzoinatus, 15
lanae, 15
lanae hydrosus, 16
Adhesive plaster (Emplastrum resinae), 182
rosin (Emplastrum resinae), 182
rubber (Emplastrum elasticum), 182
Adjuvans elixir (Elixir glycyrrhizae), 19
Adonis, 16
fluidextract, 16
Aether, 16
aceticus, 17
nitrosus, 17
Aethylis carbamas, 17
chloridum, 17
Aethylmorphinae hydrochloridum, 17
African chillies (Capsicum), 55
Agar, 18
Agar-Agar, 18
Agaric, 18
larch (Agaricus), 18
white (Agaricus), 18
Aitken tonic pills (pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni
mites), 95
Albuminate of iron, solution, 94
Alcohol, 18
absolutum (Alcohol dehydratum), 18
dehydrated, 18
diluted, 18
Aleppo galls (Galla), 98
Aletris, 19
fluidextract, 19
Alexandria senna or India senna (Senna), 194
Alkaline antiseptic solution, 169
mixture of rhubarb, 183
solution of tar, 165
sulphur ointment, 215
Allium, 19
Allspice (Pimenta), 163
oil (Oleum Pimentae), 146
Almond, bitter oil, 137
bitter, spirit (Spiritus Amygdalae amarae), 138
bitter, water, 137
elixir, compound, 137
emulsion, 29
milk (Emulsum amygdalae), 29
oil, expressed, 138
oil, sweet (Oleum amygdalae expressum), 138
sweet, 28
Aloes, 19
and asafetida pills, 20
and canella powder, 21
and iron pills, 20
and mastic pills, 20
and myrrh pills, 20
and myrrh tincture, 21
and podophyllum compound pills, 21
extract, 20
iron, quinine and nux vomica pills, 94
mercury and podophyllum pills, 21
mercury and scammony compound pills, 21
pills, 20
powdered extract (Extractum aloes), 20
tincture, 21
Aloin, 21
compound pills, 22
strychnine and belladonna, compound pills, 22
strychnine and belladonna pills, 22
Alum, 23
burnt (Alumen exsiccatum), 23
dried (Alumen exsiccatum), 23
exsiccated, 23
Alumen, 23
ustum (Alumen exsiccatum), 23
Aluminum acetate, 23
acetate solution, 23
acetico-tartrate, 24
acetico-tartrate solution, 24
and zinc compound solution, 230
chloride, 24
hydroxide, 24
subacetate, 24
subacetate solution, 24
sulphate, 24
Althaea, 22
leaves, 23
syrup, 22
American hellebore (Veratrum viride), 225
spikenard (Aralia), 32
wormseed oil (Oleum chenopodii), 140
Aminoform (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Ammonia, 24
liniment, 25
solution, anisated (Spiritus ammoniae anisatus), 25
spirit, anisated, 25
spirit, aromatic, 26
water, 24
water, stronger, 24
Ammoniated camphor wash, 25
glycyrrhizin, 103
mercury, 113
mercury ointment, 113
tincture of ergot, 82
tincture of guaiac, 105
tincture of valerian, 224
Ammonio-ferric citrate (Ferri et ammonii citras), 87
acetate, 25
acetate and iron solution, 25
acetate solution, 25
benzoate, 25
bromide, 26
bromide elixir, 26
carbonate, 26
chloride, 27
chloride mixture, 27
chloride troches, 27
citrate, 27
citrate and bismuth, 41
citrate and iron, 87
citrate solution, 27
hypophosphite, 27
hypophosphite syrup, 27
iodide, 28
iodide liniment, 28
phosphate, 28
salicylate, 28
valerate, 28
valerate elixir, 28
valerianate (Ammonii valeras), 28
Amygdala dulcis, 28
Amyl nitrite, 29
Amylum, 29
Anethol, 29
Angelica fruit, 29
root, 29
root, fluidextract, 30
seed (Angelicae fructus), 29
Anhydrous lanolin (Adeps lanae), 15
Anisated powder of rhubarb and magnesia, 184
solution of ammonia (Spiritus ammoniae anisatus), 25
spirit of ammonia, 25
Anise, 30
elixir, 29
oil (Oleum anisi), 138
powder, compound (Pulvis Rhei et magnesiae anisatus), 184
spirit, 138
water, 138
Aniseed (Anisum), 30
Anisum, 30
Antidiphtheric globulins (Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
serum, 196
serum, dried, 196
serum, purified, 196
Antidyspeptic pills, 212
Antifebrin (Acetanilidum), 5
Antimonial powder, 30
Antimonium oxysulphuratum (Antimonium sulphuratum), 30
sulphuratum, 30
Antimony and potassium tartrate, 30
compound pills, 31
oxide, 30
sulphurated, 30
tartrated (Antimonii et potassii tartras), 30
wine, 30
Antiperiodic pills, 180
pills without aloes, 180
tincture, 177
tincture without aloes, 178
Antipyrine, 31
Antiseptic powder, soluble, 231
solution, 7
solution, alkaline, 169
solution of pepsin, 157
Antitetanic globulins (Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
serum, 196
serum, dried, 197
serum, purified, 196
Antitoxin, diphtheria (Serum antidiphthericum), 196
diphtheria, concentrated (Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
diphtheria, dried (Serum antidiphthericum siccum), 196
diphtheria, refined and concentrated
(Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
globulins, diphtheric (Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
globulins, tetanus (Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
tetanus (Serum antitetanicum), 196
tetanus, concentrated (Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
tetanus, dried (Serum antitetanicum siccum), 197
tetanus, refined and concentrated
(Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
Ants, spirit of (Spiritus acidi formici), 8
Apii fructus, 31
Apiol, liquid (Oleoresina petroselini), 159
Apocynum, 31
fluidextract, 31
Apomorphine chloride (Apomorphinae hydrochloridum), 31
hydrochloride, 31
Apple juice, fresh, 214
Apples, ferrated extract, 90
ferrated extract, tincture, 90
Aqua
See also under Water.
ammoniae, 24
ammoniae fortior, 25
amygdalae amarae, 137
anisi, 138
aqua, 32
aurantii florum, 37
aurantii florum fortior, 37
camphorae, 53
chloroformi, 62
cinnamomi, 140
creosoti, 75
destillata, 32
destillata sterilisata, 32
foeniculi, 141
hamamelidis, 106
hydrogenii dioxidii (Liquor hydrogenii dioxidi), 115
menthae piperitae, 143
menthae viridis, 143
phagedaenica flava (Lotio flava), 111
phagedaenica nigra (Lotio nigra), 109
phenolata, 159
regia (Acidum nitrohydrochloricum), 10
rosae, 185
rosae fortior, 185
sedativa (Lotio ammoniacalis camphorata), 25
Aquae aromaticae, 32
Aqueous elixir of glycyrrhiza, 102
elixir of licorice (Elixir glycyrrhizae aquosum), 102
extract of ergot, 82
fluidextract of cinchona, 65
tincture of rhubarb, 184
Aralia, 32
fluidextract, 32
Arbor vitae (Thuja), 219
Argenti nitras, 32
nitras fusus, 33
oxidum, 33
Aristol (Thymolis iodidum), 220
Arnica, 33
flowers (Arnica), 33
fluidextract, 33
tincture, 33
Aromatic camphor mixture, 142
castor oil, 146
elixir, 18
elixir of eriodictyon, 83
elixir of glycyrrhiza, 19
elixir of licorice (Elixir glycyrrhizae aromaticum), 19
elixir of yerba santa (Elixir eriodictyi aromaticum), 83
fluidextract, 66
fluidextract of cascara sagrada, 58
fluidglycerate of cascara sagrada, 58
oil spray, 158
powder, 66
powder of chalk, 66
powder of chalk and opium, 151
solution of pepsin, 157
spirit of ammonia, 26
sulphuric acid, 13
syrup of eriodictyon, 83
syrup of rhubarb, 184
syrup of senna, 195
syrup of yerba santa (Syrupus eriodictyi aromaticus), 83
tincture, 66
tincture of rhubarb, 184
vinegar, 142
waters, 32
Aromatized iodoform, 117
Aromatol (Nebula aromatica), 158
Arsenas sodii (Sodii arsenas), 198
Arseni iodidum, 33
trioxidum, 33
Arsenic antidote (Ferri hydroxidum cum magnesii oxido), 88
bromide and gold solution, 7
chloride, solution (Liquor acidi arsenosi), 34
iodide (Arseni iodidum), 33
iron, quinine and strychnine pills, mild, 95
iron, quinine and strychnine pills, stronger, 95
solution, Clemens', 168
solution, hydrochloric (Liquor acidi arsenosi), 34
trioxide, 33
white (Arseni trioxidum), 33
Arsenous acid (Arseni trioxidum), 33
acid, solution, 34
and mercuric iodide solution, 33
iodide, 33
oxide (Arseni trioxidum), 33
Artificial Carlsbad salt, 207
Carlsbad salt, effervescent, 207
Kissingen salt, 202
Kissingen salt, effervescent, 202
Vichy salt, 199
Vichy salt, effervescent, 200
Vichy salt with lithium, effervescent, 200
Asafetida, 34
and aloes pills, 20
emulsion, 34
gum (Asafoetida), 34
milk (Emulsum Asafoetidae), 34
opium and magnesia mixture, 128
pills, 34
tincture, 34
Asarum, 34
syrup, compound (Syrupus asari compositus), 34
Asclepias, 35
fluidextract, 35
Aspidium, 35
oleoresin, 35
Aspidosperma, 35
fluidextract, 35
Astringent mixture, 77
Atophan (Acidum phenylcinchoninicum), 11
Atropine, 35
oleate, 36
sulphate, 36
Aurantii amari cortex, 36
dulcis cortex, 36
flores, 37
Auri et sodii chloridum, 37
Baccae spinae cervinae (Rhamnus cathartica), 182
Baking soda (Sodii bicarbonas), 199
Balm of Gilead buds (Populi gemmae), 167
Balsam of copaiba (Copaiba), 73
of Peru, 37
of Tolu, 37
poplar buds, 167
Balsamum tranquillans (Oleum hyoscyami compositum), 115
Baptisia, 38
fluidextract, 38
Barker's post partum pills (Pilulae laxative post partum), 71
Basham's mixture (Liquor ferri et ammonii acetatis), 25
Basilicon ointment (Ceratum resinae), 181
Bateman's pectoral drops (Tinctura pectoralis), 152
Bay oil (Oleum myrciae), 145
Bayberry bark, 135
powder, compound, 135
Bearberry (Uva ursi), 223
Beef, 56
and wine (Vinum carnis), 56
and iron, wine, 57
extract (Extractum carnis), 56
wine, 56
wine and iron (Vinum carnis et ferri), 57
Beeswax (Cera flava), 59
Belladonna, aloin and strychnine pills, 22
aloin and strychnine pills, compound, 22
leaves, 38
leaves, extract, 38
leaves, tincture, 38
liniment, 39
ointment, 38
plaster, 38
root, 39
root, fluidextract, 39
tincture (Tinctura belladonnae foliorum), 38
Benne oil (Oleum sesami), 147
Benzaldehyde, 39
Benzamine hydrochloride (Betaeucainae hydrochloridum), 40
Benzinum purificatum, 39
Benzoic acid, 7
Benzoin, 39
tincture, 39
tincture, compound, 39
Benzoinated lard, 15
suet, 197
Benzosulphinide, 40
Berberis, 40
fluidextract, 40
Bergamot, oil, 139
Bestuscheff's tincture (Tinctura ferri chloridi aetherea), 87
Betaeucaine hydrochloride, 40
Betanaphythol, 40
paste, 40
petrox (Petroxolinum betanaphtholis), 41
petroxolin, 41
Beth root (Trillium), 222
Bichloride of mercury (Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum), 108
tablets (Toxitabellae hydrargyri chloridi corrosivi), 109
Biniodide of mercury (Hydrargyri iodidum rubrum), 110
Birch, rectified empyroligneous oil
(Oleum betulae empyreumaticum rectificatum), 139
tar oil, rectified, 139
Bismuth ammoniocitrate (Bismuth et ammonii citras), 41
and ammonium citrate, 41
and pepsin, elixir, 156
and sodium tartrate, 41
betanaphthol, 41
betanaphtholate (Bismuthi betanaphtholas), 41
elixir, 41
glycerite, 41
iron and calisaya, alkaloidal elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et bismuthi), 41
iron and cinchona alkaloids, elixir, 41
magma, 42
milk (Magma bismuthi), 42
oxide, 42
solution, 42
strychnine, and pepsin, elixir, 212
strychnine, calisaya, alkaloidal, and iron, elixir, 213
strychnine, cinchona alkaloids, and iron, elixir, 213
subcarbonate, 42
subgallate, 42
subnitrate, 42
subsalicylate, 42
Bitter almond oil, 137
almond spirit, 138
almond water, 137
apple (Colocynthis), 70
metallic pills
(Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni fortiores), 95
orange elixir, 138
orange flowers, 37
orange oil, 138
orange peel, 36
orange peel, fluidextract, 36
orange peel, tincture, 36
stomachic drops (Tinctura amara), 100
tincture, 100
tincture of zedoary, 228
wine of iron, 88
wood (Quassia), 176
Bitterless syrup of quinidine (Syrupus quinidinae), 177
Bittersweet, 80
fluidextract, 80
Black cohosh (Cimicifuga), 63
elixir (Elixir viburni prunifolii), 227
fluidextract (Fluidextractum cimicifuga), 63
haw (Viburnum prunifolium), 227
haw, fluidextract (Fluidextractum viburni prunifolii), 227
lotion, 109
mustard, 197
pepper (Piper), 164
snake-root (Cimicifuga), 63
snake-root, fluidextract (Fluidextractum cimicifuga), 63
wash (Lotio nigra), 109
blackberries, 186
blackberry bark (Rubus), 186
cordial, 186
elixir, compound, 186
fruit, syrup, 186
Bladderwrack (Fucus), 97
Blaud's pills (Pilulae ferri carbonatis), 86
Blistering cerate (Ceratum cantharidis), 54
collodion (Collodium cantharidatum), 54
Blood root (Sanguinaria), 189
syrup (Syrupus sanguinariae), 189
tincture (Tinctura sanguinariae), 189
Blue cohosh (Caulophyllum), 59
flag, 120
flag, fluidextract, 120
gum leaves (Eucalyptus), 83
mass (Massa hydrargyri), 112
ointment (Unguentum hydrargyri dilutum), 112
pill (Massa hydrargyri), 112
vervain (Verbena), 226
Boldo, 43
fluidextract, 43
leaves, 43
Boneset (Eupatorium), 84
Boracic acid (Acidum boricum), 7
Borax (Sodii boras), 200
and honey (Mel sodii boratis), 200
with honey of rose (Mel rosae et sodii boratis), 200
Boric acid, 7
acid, ointment, 7
Boroglycerin, glycerite, 7
suppositories, 101
Boro-Salicylated powder of talc (Pulvis talci compositus), 12
Boulton's solution (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
Brayera, 43
infusion, 43
Breast tea (Species pectorales), 22
Bromauric acid, 7
Bromide and chloral, compound
(Mistura chloralis et potassii bromidi composita), 61
Bromides and potassium arsenate solution (Liquor arsenicalis clemens),
168
syrup, 170
three, elixir, 26
Bromine, 43
solution, 43
solution, Smith's (Liquor bromi), 43
Bromoform, 43
Broom tops (Scoparius), 193
Brown mixture (Mistura glycyrrhizae composita), 150
mustard (Sinapis nigra), 197
ointment, 53
plaster, camphorated, 53
Bryonia, 44
tincture, 44
Bryony (Bryonia), 44
Buchu, 44
and potassium acetate, elixir, 44
elixir, 44
elixir, compound, 44
fluidextract, 44
fluidextract, compound, 44
leaves, 44
long, 44
short, 44
Buckbean (Menyanthes), 133
Buckthorn bark (Frangula), 97
bark, fluidextract (Fluidextractum frangulae), 97
berries (Rhamnus Cathartica), 182
berries, syrup (Syrupus rhamni catharticae), 183
Burdock root (Lappa), 124
Burnt alum (Alumen exsiccatum), 23
sugar coloring (Caramel), 55
Burow's solution (Liquor alumini acetatis), 23
Butter of cacao (Oleum theobromatis), 148
Butternut bark (Juglans), 120
Cabbage rose (Rosa), 185
Cacao butter (Oleum theobromatis), 148
prepared, 44
Cactus grandiflorus, 45
grandiflorus, tincture, 45
Cade, oil, 139
petrox (Petroxolinum cadini), 139
petroxolin, 139
Caffeine, 45
citrated, 45
citrated, effervescent, 45
sodio-benzoate, 45
sodio-salicylate, 45
with effervescent potassium bromide
(Sal potassii bromidi effervescens compositus), 170
Cajuput, oil, 139
Calabar bean (Physostigma), 161
bean, tincture (Tinctura physostigmatis), 162
Calamine ointment, 46
prepared, 46
Calcined magnesia (Magnesii oxidum), 129
Calcium and sodium glycerophosphates, elixir, 47
and sodium hypophosphates syrup, 48
bromide, 46
bromide, elixir, 46
carbonate, precipitated, 46
chloride, 47
cinchona alkaloids and iron lactophosphate elixir, 49
glycerinophosphate (Calcii glycerophosphas), 47
glycerophosphate, 47
hydrochlorophosphate, syrup, 50
hydroxide, solution, 52
hypophosphite, 47
hypophosphite elixir, 48
hypophosphite syrup, 48
iodide, 49
iodide syrup, 49
lactate, 49
lactophosphate, 49
lactophosphate and cod liver oil emulsion, 144
lactophosphate and iron syrup, 50
lactophosphate, cinchona alkaloids and iron elixir, 50
lactophosphate elixir, 49
lactophosphate syrup, 50
oxide, 52
oxysulphuret, solution (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
phosphate and cod liver oil emulsion, 144
phosphate, precipitated, 50
sulphide, crude, 50
Calendula, 51
flowers, 51
fluidextract, 51
tincture, 51
Calisaya, alkaloidal elixir (Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum), 180
alkaloidal, ferrated elixir (Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum et ferri),
92
alkaloidal, with hypophosphites, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum et hypophosphitum), 180
alkaloidal, with iron and pepsin, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et pepsini), 156
alkaloidal, with iron and strychnine, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et strychninae), 213
alkaloidal, with iron, bismuth and strychnine, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri, bismuthi, et strychninae),
213
bark (Cinchona), 64
iron and lactophosphate of lime, elixir
(Elixir of cinchona alkaloids, iron and calcium lactophosphate),
50
Calomel (Hydrargyri chloridum mite), 109
and jalap (Pulvis hydrargyri chloridi mitis et jalapae), 110
and santonin troches (Trochisci santonini compositi), 190
Calumba, 51
fluidextract, 51
tincture, 51
Calx, 52
chlorinata, 52
sulphurata (Calcii sulphidum crudum), 50
Cambogia, 52
Campho-menthol (Menthol camphoratum), 133
Camphor, 52
and chloroform petrox (Petroxolinum chloroformi camphoratum), 62
and menthol (Menthol camphoratum), 133
and opium pills, 151
cerate, 53
liniment, 53
mixture, acid, 149
mixture, aromatic, 142
mixture, Parrish's (Mistura camphorae aromatica), 142
monobromated, 53
ointment, 53
spirit, 53
wash, ammoniated (Lotio ammoniacalis camphorata), 25
water, 53
Camphorated brown plaster, 53
chloral, 61
chloroform petroxolin, 62
menthol, 133
motherplaster (Emplastrum fuscum camphoratum), 53
oil (Linimentum camphorae), 53
phenol petrox (Petroxolinum phenolis camphoratum), 160
phenol petroxolin, 160
soap liniment, 190
tincture of opium, 152
Canada liniment (Linimentum opii compositum), 149
snake-root (Asarum), 34
Canadian hemp (Apocynum), 31
hemp, fluidextract (Fluidextractum apocyni), 31
Canella, 53
and aloes powder, 21
Cannabis, 54
extract, 54
fluidextract, 54
indica, 54
tincture, 54
Cantharidal collodion, 54
Cantharides, 54
cerate, 54
plaster, 54
tincture, 55
Capsicum, 55
and myrrh, tincture, 55
oleoresin, 55
plaster, 55
tincture, 55
Caramel, 55
tincture, 55
Caraway, 57
oil, 140
Carawayseed (Carum), 57
Carbamate, ethyl, 17
Carbamic, acid, ethyl, ester (Aethylis carbamas), 17
Carbo ligni, 55
Carbolic acid (Phenol), 159
acid, glycerite, (Glyceritum phenolis), 159
acid, iodized (Phenol iodatum), 160
acid, liquefied (Phenol liquefactum), 160
acid, ointment (Unguentum phenolis), 160
acid water (Aqua phenolata), 159
Carbolized oil (Oleum phenolatum), 159
solution of iodine (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
Carbonate, strontium, 210
Carbonis, pix (Pix lithanthracis), 165
Cardamom, elixir, compound, 140
oil, 139
seed, 56
spirit, compound, 140
tincture, 56
tincture, compound, 56
Carlsbad salt, artificial, 207
salt, artificial, effervescent, 207
Carminative, Dalby's (Mistura carminativa), 150
mixture, 150
Carmine, 56
solution, 56
Caro, 56
Carrageen (Chondrus), 62
Carron oil (Linimentum calcis), 52
Carum, 57
Caryophyllus, 57
Cascara sagrada, 57
elixir, 57
elixir, compound, 57
extract, 57
extract, powdered (Extractum cascarae sagradae), 57
fluidextract, 58
fluidextract, aromatic, 58
fluidglycerate, 58
fluidglycerate, aromatic, 58
Cascarilla, 58
Cassia fistula, 58
oil (Oleum cassiae), 140
Castanea, 58
Castile soap, white (Sapo), 190
Castor oil, 146
aromatic, 146
emulsion, 146
Cataplasm emollient (Species emollientes), 23
of kaolin, 121
Cataplasmata, 59
Cataria, 59
Cathartic elixir, compound, 97
pills, compound, 71
pills, vegetable, 71
Catmint (Cataria), 59
Catnep, 59
fluidextract, 59
Caulophyllum, 59
fluidextract, 59
Caustic potash (Potassii hydroxidum), 172
soda (Sodii hydroxidum), 203
Cayenne pepper (Capsicum), 55
Celery fruit, 31
fruit, fluidextract, 31
seed (Apii fructus), 31
Centaury, 59
Cera alba, 59
flava, 59
Cerate, 59
camphor, 53
cantharides, 54
of lead subacetate, 167
simple (Ceratum), 59
Cerates, 59
Ceratum resinae, 181
resinae compositum, 182
Cerevisiae fermentum compressum, 60
Cerium oxalate, 60
Cetaceum, 60
Ceylon cinnamon, 66
Chalk and opium aromatic powder, 151
drop (Creta praeparata), 75
mixture, 76
powder, aromatic, 66
powder, compound, 76
precipitated (Calcii carbonas praecipitatus), 46
prepared, 75
with mercury, 112
Chalybeate pills (Pilulae ferri carbonatis), 86
Chamomile, German (Matricaria), 131
wild (Matricaria), 131
Channing's solution (Liquor hydrargyri et potassi iodidi), 110
Chapman's dinner pills, 20
mixture (Mistura copaibae et opii), 73
Charcoal (Carbo ligni), 55
troches, 56
Charta potassii nitratis, 173
sinapis (Emplastrum sinapis), 197
Chartae, 60
Chemical food (Syrupus phosphatum compositum), 11
Chenopodium, oil, 140
Chestnut leaves (Castanea), 58
leaves, fluidextract, 58
Chillies, African (Capsicum), 55
Chimaphila, 60
fluidextract, 60
Chionanthus, 60
fluidextract, 60
Chirata, 61
fluidextract, 61
Chiretta (Chirata), 61
Chloral (Chloralum hydratum), 61
and bromide compound
(Mistura chloralis et potassii bromidi composita), 61
and potassium bromide mixture, compound, 61
camphorated, 61
hydrate (Chloralum hydratum), 61
hydrated, 61
chloride of lime (Calx chlorinata), 52
Chlorinated lime, 52
potassa, 167
potassa, solution, 167
soda, 197
soda solution, 197
Chlorine, 62
solution, compound, 62
water (Liquor chlori compositus), 62
Chloroform, 61
and aconite liniment, 15
and morphine mixture, compound, 62
and opium mixture, compound, 150
anodyne (Mistura chloroformi et morphinae composita), 62
camphor and petrox (Petroxolinum chloroform, camphoratum), 62
liniment, 62
petroxolin, camphorated, 62
spirit, 62
water, 62
Chlorum, 62
Chondrus, 62
gelatin, 63
mucilage, 63
Chromic acid (Chromii trioxidum), 63
anhydride (Chromii trioxidum), 63
Chromium trioxide, 63
Chrysarobin, 63
ointment, 63
Churchill's tincture of iodine (Tinctura iodi fortior), 119
Cimicifuga, 63
extract, 63
extract, powdered (Extractum cimicifugae), 63
fluidextract, 63
syrup, compound, 64
tincture, 64
Cinchona, 64
alkaloids and hypophosphites, elixir, 180
alkaloids and iron, elixir, 92
alkaloids, elixir, 180
alkaloids, iron and bismuth, elixir, 41
alkaloids, iron and calcium lactophosphate, elixir, 49
alkaloids, iron and pepsin elixir, 156
alkaloids, iron and strychnine elixir, 213
alkaloids, iron, bismuth and strychnine elixir, 213
extract, 64
fluidextract, 64
fluidextract, aqueous, 65
infusion, 65
red, 65
tincture, 65
tincture, compound, 65
yellow (Cinchona), 64
Cinchonidine sulphate, 65
Cinchonine sulphate, 65
Cineol (Eucalyptol), 83
Cinnamomum saigonicum, 66
zeylanicum, 66
Cinnamon, Ceylon, 66
oil, 140
saigon, 66
spirit, 140
syrup, 66
tincture, 66
water, 140
Citrated caffeine, 45
caffeine, effervescent, 45
Citric acid, 8
acid syrup, 8
Citrine ointment (Unguentum hydrargyri nitratis), 111
Clarified honey, 132
Clemens' solution of arsenic, 168
Clove, 57
Cloves, oil (Oleum caryophylli), 140
Coal tar, 165
solution, 165
Cocaine, 67
chloride, (Cocainae hydrochloridum), 67
hydrochloride, 67
oleate, 67
Cocculus indicus, 67
indicus tincture, 67
Coccus, 67
Cochia pills (Pilulae colocynthidis compositae), 71
Cochineal, 67
color, 67
Cocillana, 67
fluidextract, 68
Cocoa, 44
soluble (Cacao praeparata), 44
Cod liver oil, 144
emulsion, 144
with calcium lactophosphate, emulsion, 144
with calcium phosphate, emulsion, 144
with egg, emulsion, 145
with hypophosphites, emulsion, 144
with malt, emulsion, 144
with phosphate of lime, emulsion
(Emulsum olei morrhuae cum calcii phosphate), 144
with wild cherry, emulsion, 144
Codeine, 68
and terpin hydrate, elixir, 68
phosphate, 68
sulphate, 68
syrup, 68
Coffee, 69
fluidextract, 69
roasted (Coffee tosta), 69
Cola (Kola), 122
nuts (Kola), 122
Colchici semen, 69
tinctura, (Tinctura colchici seminis), 70
Colchicine, 70
Colchicum corm, 69
corm extract, 69
corm, extract, powdered (Extractum colchici cormi), 69
corm fluidextract, 69
corm wine, 69
root (Colchici cormus), 69
seed, 69
seed, fluidextract, 69
seed tincture, 70
seed wine, 70
Cold cream (Unguentum aquae rosae), 186
Cole's dinner pills, 20
Colic root (Aletris), 19
root (Dioscorea), 79
Collodion, 176
blistering (Collodium cantharidatum), 54
cantharidal, 54
croton oil, 148
flexible, 176
iodine, 118
iodoform, 117
salicylic, compound, 12
styptic, 13
vesicating (Collodium cantharidatum), 54
Collodions, 70
Colocynth, 70
and hyoscyamus pills, 71
and podophyllum pills, 71
apple (Colocynthis), 70
extract, 70
extract, compound, 70
extract, powdered, 70
extract, powdered, compound (Extractum colocynthidis compositum), 70
pills, compound, 71
pulp (Colocynthis), 70
Colombo (Calumba), 51
Colophony (Resina), 181
Colorless, hydrastine, solution (Liquor hydrastinae compositus), 113
Coltsfoot, 85
leaves (Farfara), 85
Columba (Calumba), 51
Composition powder (Pulvis myricae compositus), 135
Compound acetanilid powder, 6
anise powder (Pulvis rhei et magnesiae anisatus), 184
cathartic elixir, 97
cathartic pills, 71
chalk powder, 76
chloral and bromide (Mistura chloralis et potassii bromidi composita),
61
croton oil liniment, 149
decoction of sarsaparilla, 191
effervescent, salt of potassium bromide, 170
effervescing powder, 172
elixir of almond, 137
elixir of blackberry, 186
elixir of buchu, 44
elixir of cardamon, 140
elixir of cascara sagrada, 57
elixir of corydalis, 74
elixir of crampbark (Elixir viburni opuli compositum), 226
elixir of formates, 8
elixir of glycerophosphates, 203
elixir of orange (Vinum aurantii compositum), 36
elixir of pepsin and rennin, 156
elixir of sodium salicylate, 206
elixir of taraxacum, 217
elixir of vanillin, 224
elixir of viburnum opulus, 226
extract of colocynth, 70
extract of colocynth, powdered (Extractum colocynthidis compositum),
70
fluidextract of buchu, 44
fluidextract of sarsaparilla, 191
fluidextract of stillingiae, 209
gargle of guaiac, 105
infusion of gentian, 100
infusion of rose, 186
infusion of senna, 194
iron mixture, 86
laxative pills, 22
licorice powder (Pulvis glycyrrhizae compositus), 194
liniment of mustard, 147
liniment of opium, 149
liniment of soft soap, 190
menthol inunction, 133
menthol spray, 133
mixture of chloral and potassium bromide, 61
mixture of chloroform and morphine, 62
mixture of glycyrrhiza, 150
mixture of opium and chloroform, 150
mixture of opium and rhubarb, 150
mixture of rhubarb, 183
oil of hyoscyamus, 115
pancreatin powder, 153
pills of aloes and podophyllum, 21
pills of aloes, mercury and scammony, 21
pills of aloin, 22
pills of aloin, strychnine and belladonna, 22
pills of antimony, 31
pills of colocynth, 71
pills of rhubarb, 184
powder of bayberry, 135
powder of gambir, 98
powder of glycyrrhiza, 194
powder of ipecac (Pulvis Ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
powder of jalap, 120
powder of kino and opium, 122
powder of rhubarb, 184
powder of talc, 12
resorcinol ointment, 182
rosin cerate, 182
salicylate collodion, 12
solution of chlorine, 62
solution of cresol, 75
solution of glycerophosphates (Elixir glycerophosphatum compositum),
203
solution of hydrastine, 113
solution of hypophosphites, 48
solution of iodine, 118
solution of phosphates, 11
solution of sodium borate, 200
solution of sodium phosphate, 205
solution of zinc and aluminum, 230
solution of zinc and iron, 231
spirit of cardamon, 140
spirit of ether, 16
spirit of juniper, 142
spirit of lavender (Tinctura lavandulae composita), 142
spirit of myrcia, 145
spirit of orange, 138
spirit of vanillin, 224
sulphur ointment, 216
sulphurated petrox (Petroxolinum sulphuratum compositum), 215
sulphurated petroxolin, 215
syrup of actaea, (Syrupus cimicifugae compositus), 64
syrup of asarum (Syrupus asari compositus), 34
syrup of cimicifuga, 64
syrup of figs, 195
syrup of hydrochlorophosphates
(Syrupus phosphatum cum quinina et strychnina), 179
syrup of hypophosphites, 49
syrup of phosphates, 11
syrup of sarsaparilla, 191
syrup of senna, 195
syrup of squill, 192
syrup of stillingia, 209
syrup of white pine, 164
syrup of white pine with morphine, 135
tar ointment, 146
tincture of benzoin, 39
tincture of cardamon, 56
tincture of cinchona, 65
tincture of cudbear, 157
tincture of gambir, 98
tincture of gentian, 100
tincture of guaiac, 105
tincture of jalap, 120
tincture of kino (Tinctura kino et opii composita), 122
tincture of kino and opium, 122
tincture of lavender, 142
tincture of pale catechu (Tinctura gambir composita), 98
tincture of viburnum, 226
tincture of zedoary (Tinctura zedoariae amara), 228
troches of santonin, 190
wine and rhubarb, 185
wine of orange, 36
Compressed yeast, 60
Concentrated and refined diphtheria antitoxin
(Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
diphtheria antitoxin (Serum antidiphthericum, purificatum), 196
tetanus antitoxin (Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
Condurango, 72
fluidextract, 72
Confection of rose, 185
of senna, 194
Confections, 72
Conium, 72
extract, 72
fluidextract, 72
maculatum (Conium), 72
Conserves (Confectiones), 72
Convallaria flowers, 72
flowers, fluidextract, 72
root, 72
root, fluidextract, 73
Copaiba, 73
and opium, mixture, 73
mass, 73
mixture, 73
solidified (Massa copaibae), 73
Copaiva (Copaiba), 73
Copper sulphate, 77
Coptis, 73
fluidextract, 73
Cordial, blackberry, 186
Godfrey's (Mistura opii et sassafras), 150
Cordials, 73
Coriander, 74
oil, 141
seeds (Coriandrum), 74
Corn silk (Zea), 228
starch (Amylum), 29
Cornus, 74
fluidextract, 74
Corrigens elixir (Elixir eriodictyi aromaticum), 83
syrupus (Syrupus eriodictyi aromaticus), 83
Corrosive mercuric chloride, 108
mercuric chloride mull, 109
mercuric chloride tablets, poison, 109
sublimate (Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum), 108
sublimate tablets (Toxitabellae hydrargyri chloridi corrosivi), 109
Corydalis, 74
elixir, compound, 74
fluidextract, 73
Cotarnine chloride (Cotarninae hydrochloridum), 74
hydrochloride, 74
Cotton, absorbent (Gossypium purificatum), 103
purified, 103
root bark, 103
root bark, fluidextract, 103
styptic, 86
Cottonseed oil, 141
Couch grass (Triticum), 222
fluidextract (Fluidextractum tritici), 222
Coumarin, 74
Cow's milk, 123
Crampbark (Viburnum opulus), 226
elixir, compound (Elixir viburni opuli compositum), 226
Cranberry bark, high bush (Viburnum opulus), 226
Cranesbill (Geranium), 101
Cream, cold (Unguentum aquae rosae), 186
of tartar (Potassi bitartras), 169
of tartar, and sulphur troches
(Trochisci sulphuris et potassii bitartratis), 215
Creasote (Creosotum), 75
Creosote, 75
carbonate, 75
mull, salicylated, 12
petrox (Petroxolinum creosoti), 75
petroxolin, 75
water, 75
Cresol, 75
solution, compound, 75
Creta praeparata, 75
Crocus, 76
Croton oil, 148
collodion, 148
liniment, 149
liniment, compound, 149
Crude calcium sulphide, 50
malate of iron (Extractum ferri pomatum), 90
malate of iron tincture (Tinctura ferri pomata), 90
Cubeb, 76
fluidextract, 76
oil, 141
oleoresin, 76
tincture, 76
troches, 76
Cubebs (Cubeba), 76
Cudbear, 157
tincture, 157
tincture, compound, 157
Culver's root (Leptandra), 124
Cupric sulphate (Cupri sulphas), 77
Curassao, replacing elixir (Elixir aurantii amari), 138
Curled dock (Rumex), 187
Cusso (Brayera), 43
Cypripedium, 77
fluidextract, 77
Cystamin (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Cystogen (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Dalby's carminative (Mistura carminativa), 150
Damiana, 77
fluidextract, 77
Dandelion (Taraxacum), 217
fluidextract (Fluidextractum taraxaci), 218
Deadly nightshade leaves (Belladonnae folia), 38
nightshade root (Belladonnae radix), 39
Decoction of sarsaparilla, compound, 191
Decoctions, 77
Decolorized tincture of iodine, 118
Deer musk (Moschus), 135
Dehydrated alcohol, 18
Delphinium, 77
Deodorant solution (Liquor zinci et ferri compositus), 231
Deodorized opium, 151
opium tincture, 152
Dermatol (Bismuthi subgallas), 42
Dermatologic pastes, 155
Deshler's salve (Ceratum resinae compositum), 182
Desiccated hypophysis, 116
pituitary body (Hypophysis sicca), 116
suprarenal glands (Suprarenalum siccum), 216
thyroid glands (Thyroideum siccum), 220
Dewees' carminative (Mistura magnesiae, asafoetidae et opii), 128
tincture of guaiac (Tinctura guaiaci composita), 105
Dextrin, white, 78
Dextrinated paste, 78
Diacetylmorphine, 78
and terpin hydrate, elixir, 78
chloride (Diacetylmorphinae hydrochloridum), 78
hydrochloride, 78
Diachylon ointment, 166
plaster (Emplastrum plumbi), 166
Diarrhea, mixture, Squibb's (Mistura opii et chloroform composita),
150
Diastase, 78
Digitalis, 79
fluidextract, 79
infusion, 79
leaves (Digitalis), 79
quinine and opium pills, 151
squill and mercury pills, 79
tincture, 79
Diluted acetic acid, 6
alcohol, 18
hydriodic acid, 9
hydrobromic acid, 9
hydrochloric acid, 9
hydrocyanic acid, 9
hypophosphorous acid, 10
iodine petroxolin, 118
mercurial ointment, 112
nitrohydrochloric acid, 10
nitromuriatic acid (Acidum nitrohydrochloricum, dilutum), 10
phosphoric acid, 11
prussic acid (Acidum hydrocyanicum dilutum), 9
solution of lead subacetate, 167
sulphuric acid, 13
Dimethyl-ketone (Acetonum), 6
Dimethylxanthine (Theophyllina), 219
Dinner pills, 20
Chapman's, 20
Cole's, 20
Hall's, 20
Lady Webster's (Pilulae aloes et mastiches), 20
Dionin (Aethylmorphinae hydrochloridum), 17
Dioscorea, 79
fluidextract, 80
Diphtheria antitoxin (Serum antidiphthericum), 196
antitoxin, concentrated (Serum antidiphthericum, purificatum), 196
antitoxin, dried (Serum antidiphthericum siccum), 196
antitoxin globulins (Serum antidiphthericum, purificatum), 196
antitoxin, refined and concentrated
(Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
Distilled extract of witch hazel (Aqua hamamelidis), 106
water, 32
water, sterilized, 32
Diuretin (Theobrominae sodio-salicylas), 219
Dobell's solution (Liquor sodii boratis compositus), 200
Dog grass (Triticum), 222
Dogwood bark (Cornus), 74
Donovan's solution (Liquor arseni et hydrargyri iodidi), 33
Dover's powder (Pulvis ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
syrup (Syrupus Ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
tincture (Tinctura Ipecacuanhae et opii), 152
Dried alum (Alumen exsiccatum), 23
antidiphtheric serum, 196
antitetanic serum, 197
diphtheria antitoxin (Serum antidiphthericum siccum), 196
ferrous sulphate (Ferri sulphas exsiccatus), 93
suprarenals, 216
tetanus antitoxin (Serum antitetanicum siccum), 197
thyroids, 220
Drop chalk (Creta Praeparata), 75
Drosera, 80
fluidextract, 80
Drugs, fresh tinctures, 221
Dulcamara, 80
Dwarf pine needles, oil of, 146
pine oil (Oleum pini pumilionis), 146
Eau sédative de raspail (Lotio ammoniacalis camphorata), 25
Echinacea, 80
fluidextract, 80
Effervescent artificial Carlsbad salt, 207
artificial Kissingen salt, 202
artificial Vichy salt, 200
artificial Vichy salt with lithium, 200
citrated caffeine, 45
potassium bromide with caffeine
(Sal potassii bromidi effervescens compositus), 170
potassium citrate, 171
salt of lithium citrate, 126
salt of potassium bromide, 170
salt of potassium bromide, compound, 170
salts, granular, 188
sodium phosphate, 206
solution of magnesium sulphate, 129
solution of sodium citro-tartrate, 202
Effervescing powder, compound, 172
Egg albumen, fresh, 152
and cod liver oil emulsion, 145
fresh, 153
yolk, fresh, 152
yolk, glycerite, 153
Eisenzucker (Ferri oxidum saccharatum), 91
Elaeosacchara (Oleosacchara), 137
Elaterin, 80
trituration, 81
Elder flowers (Sambucus), 188
Elecampane (Inula), 117
Electuaries (Confectiones), 72
Elixir adjuvans (Elixir glycyrrhizae), 19
amygdalae compositum, 137
aromaticum, 18
aurantii amari, 138
aurantiorum compositum (Vinum aurantii compositum), 36
calisaya, alkaloidal (Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum), 180
cathartic, compound, 97
corrigens (Elixir eriodictyi aromaticum), 83
corydalis compositum, 74
curassao, replacing, (Elixir aurantii amari), 138
ferri pyrophosphatis, 93
ferri pyrophosphatis, quininae et strychninae, 93
glycerophosphatum (Elixir calcii et sodii glycerophosphatum), 47
humuli, 108
laxative (Elixir cascarae sagradae compositum), 57
of almond, compound, 137
of ammonium bromide, 26
of ammonium valerate, 28
of anise, 29
of bismuth, 41
of bitter orange, 138
of black haw (Elixir viburni prunifolii), 227
of blackberry, compound, 186
of buchu, 44
of buchu and potassium acetate, 44
of buchu compound, 44
of calcium and sodium glycerophosphates, 47
of calcium bromide, 46
of calcium hypophosphite, 48
of calcium lactophosphate, 49
of calisaya, alkaloidal ferrated
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum et ferri), 92
of calisaya, alkaloidal, with hypophosphites
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum et hypophosphitum), 180
of calisaya, alkaloidal, with iron and bismuth
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et bismuthi), 41
of calisaya, alkaloidal, with iron and pepsin
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et pepsini), 156
of calisaya, alkaloidal, with iron and strychnine
(Elixir cinchonae, alkaloidorum, ferri et strychninae), 213
of calisaya, alkaloidal, with iron, bismuth and strychnine
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri, bismuthi et strychninae),
213
of calisaya, iron and lactophosphate of lime
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et calcii lactophosphatis),
50
of cardamon, compound, 140
of cascara sagrada, 57
of cascara sagrada, compound, 57
of cinchona alkaloids, 180
of cinchona alkaloids, and hypophosphites, 180
of cinchona alkaloids and iron, 92
of cinchona alkaloids, iron and bismuth, 41
of cinchona alkaloids, iron and calcium lactophosphate, 49
of cinchona alkaloids, iron and pepsin, 156
of cinchona alkaloids, iron and strychnine, 213
of cinchona alkaloids, iron, bismuth and strychnine, 213
of corydalis, compound, 74
of crampbark, compound (Elixir viburni opuli compositum), 226
of eriodictyon, aromatic, 83
of ferric hypophosphite, 89
of ferric phosphate, 92
of ferric pyrophosphate, 93
of ferric pyrophosphate, quinine and strychnine, 93
of formates, 8
of formates compound, 8
of gentian, 100
of gentian and ferric phosphate, 92
of gentian and iron, 87
of gentian, glycerinated, 100
of gentian with tincture of ferric
citro-chloride (Elixir gentianae et ferri), 87
of glycerophosphates compound, 203
of glycyrrhiza, 19
of glycyrrhiza, aqueous, 102
of glycyrrhiza, aromatic, 19
of guarana, 106
of hops, 108
of hypophosphites, 48
of hypophosphites and iron, 89
of iron lactate, 90
of iron, quinine and strychnine, 87
of licorice (Elixir glycyrrhizae), 19
of licorice, aqueous (Elixir glycyrrhizae aquosum), 102
of licorice, aromatic (Elixir glycyrrhizae aromaticum), 19
of lithium bromide, 125
of lithium citrate, 126
of lithium salicylate, 126
of orange, compound (Vinum aurantii compositum), 36 of pepsin, 156
of pepsin and bismuth, 156
of pepsin and iron, 156
of pepsin and rennin compound, 156
of pepsin, bismuth and strychnine, 212
of phosphorus, 161
of phosphorus and nux vomica, 161
of potassium acetate, 168
of potassium acetate and juniper, 168
of potassium bromide, 170
of pyrophosphate of iron (Elixir ferri pyrophosphate), 93
of quinine valerate and strychnine, 181
of sodium bromide, 201
of sodium hypophosphite, 204
of sodium salicylate, 206
of sodium salicylate compound, 206
of strychnine valerate, 214
of taraxacum compound, 217
of terpin hydrate, 218
of terpin hydrate and codeine, 68
of terpin hydrate and diacetylmorphine, 78
of three bromides, 26
of vanillin compound, 224
of viburnum opulus compound, 226
of viburnum prunifolium, 227
of yerba santa, aromatic (Elixir eriodictyi aromaticum), 83
of zinc valerate, 231
pepsini, 156
pepsini, bismuth et strychninae, 212
pepsini et bismuthi, 156
pepsini et ferri, 156
pepsini et rennini compositum, 156
phosphori, 161
phosphori et nucis vomicae, 161
potassii acetatis, 168
potassii acetatis et juniperi, 168
potassii bromidi, 170
quininae valeratis et strychninae, 181
quininae, valerianatis, et strychninae, 181
red (Elixir aromaticum rubrum), 19
red aromatic, 19
rhamni purshianae (Elixir cascarae sagradae), 57
rhamni purshianae co. (Elixir cascarae sagradae compositum), 57
rubi compositum, 186
simple (Elixir aromaticum), 18
sodii bromidi, 201
sodii hypophosphitis, 204
sodii salicylatis, 206
sodii salicylatis compositum, 206
strychninae valeratis, 214
strychninae valerianatis (Elixir strychninae valeratis), 214
taraxaci compositum, 217
terpini hydratis, 218
terpini hydratis et codeinae, 68
terpini hydratis cum heroina
(Elixir terpini hydratis et diacetylmorphinae), 78
terpini hydratis et diacetylmorphinae, 78
trium bromidorum, 26
vanillini compositum, 224
viburni opuli compositum, 226
viburni prunifolii, 227
zinci valeratis, 231
zinci valerianatis (Elixir zinci valeratis), 231
Elixirs, 81
Elm, 223
bark (Ulmus), 223
troches, 223
Emetine hydrochloride, 81
Emollient cataplasm (Species emollientes), 23
species, 23
Emplastra, 82
Emplastrum
See also under Plaster
belladonnae, 38
cantharidis, 54
capsici, 55
elasticum, 182
fuscum camphoratum, 53
plumbi, 166
resinae, 182
saponis, 190
sinapis, 197
Empyroligneous oil of birch, rectified
(Oleum betulae empyreumaticum rectificatum), 139
Emulsion of almond, 29
of asafetida, 34
of castor oil, 146
of cod liver oil, 144
of cod liver oil with calcium lactophosphate, 144
of cod liver oil with calcium phosphate, 144
of cod liver oil with egg, 145
of cod liver oil with hypophosphites, 144
of cod liver oil with malt, 144
of cod liver oil with phosphate of lime
(Emulsum olei morrhuae cum calcii phosphate), 144
of cod liver oil with wild cherry, 144
of oil of turpentine, 148
of petrolatum, 158
Emulsions, 82
Emulsum amygdalae, 29
olei morrhuae, 144
olei morrhuae cum calcii lactophosphate, 144
olei, morrhuae, cum, calcii phosphate, 144
olei morrhuae cum hypophosphitibus, 144
olei morrhuae cum malto, 144
olei morrhuae cum pruno virginiana, 144
olei morrhuae cum vitello, 145
olei ricini, 146
olei terebinthinae, 148
Epsom salt (Magnesii sulphas), 129
Ergot, 82
extract, 82
extract, aqueous, 82
fluidextract, 82
of rye (Ergota), 82
tincture, ammoniated, 82
Eriodictyon, 83
elixir, aromatic, 83
fluidextract, 83
syrup, aromatic, 83
Eserine salicylate (Physostigminae salicylas), 162
Essence of peppermint (Spiritus menthae piperitae), 143
Essentia pepsini (Elixir pepsini et rennini compositum), 156
Ether, 16
acetic, 17
nitrous, 17
nitrous, spirit, 17
petroleum (Benzinum purificatum), 39
spirit, 16
spirit, compound, 16
Ethereal oil, 137
tincture of ferric chloride, 87
tinctures, 221
Ethyl acetate (Aether aceticus), 17
carbamate, 17
chloride, 17
ester, carbamic acid (Aethylis carbamas), 17
nitrate (Aether nitrosus), 17
urethane (Aethylis carbamas), 17
Ethylmorphine chloride (Aethylmorphinae hydrochloridum), 17
hydrochloride, 17
Eucaine (Betaeucainae hydrochloridum), 40
chloride (Betaeucainae hydrochloridum), 40
Eucalyptol, 83
petrox (Petroxolinum eucalyptolis), 83
petroxolin, 83
spray, 83
Eucalyptus, 83
fluidextract, 84
leaves (Eucalyptus), 83
oil, 141
Eugenol, 84
Euonymus, 84
extract, 84
extract, powdered (Extractum euonymi), 84
fluidextract, 84
Eupatorium, 84
fluidextract, 84
Euphorbia pilulifera, 84
pilulifera, fluidextract, 84
European goat's rue (Galega), 98
Expectorant, Stokes', 26
Expressed oil of almond, 138
Exsiccated alum, 23
ferrous sulphate, 93
sodium arsenate, 198
sodium phosphate, 205
sodium sulphite, 207
Extract, Goulard's (Liquor plumbi subacetatis), 167
of aconite, 15
of aconite, powdered (Extractum aconiti), 15
of aloes, 20
of aloes, powdered (Extractum aloes), 20
of apples, ferrated, 90
of apples, ferrated, tincture, 90
of beef, 56
of belladonna leaves, 38
of cannabis, 54
of cascara sagrada, 57
of cascara sagrada, powdered (Extractum cascarae sagrada), 57
of cimicifuga, 63
of cimicifuga, powdered (Extractum cimicifugae), 63
of cinchona, 64
of colchicum corm, 69
of colchicum corm, powdered (Extractum colchici cormi), 69
of colocynth, 70
of colocynth, compound, 70
of colocynth, powdered (Extractum colocynthidis), 70
of colocynth compound, powdered (Extractum colocynthidis compositum),
70
of conium, 72
of ergot, 82
of ergot, aqueous, 82
of euonymus, 84
of euonymus, powdered (Extractum euonymi), 84
of gelsemium, 99
of gelsemium, powdered (Extractum gelsemii), 99
of gentian, 100
of glycyrrhiza, 102
of glycyrrhiza, pure, 102
of golden seal (Extractum hydrastis), 114
of hematoxylon, 106
of hydrastis, 114
of hydrastis, powdered (Extractum hydrastis), 114
of hyoscyamus, 115
of ignatia, 116
of ignatia, powdered (Extractum ignatiae), 116
of jalap, 120
of krameria, 122
of krameria, powdered (Extractum krameriae), 122
of leptandra, 124
of leptandra, powdered (Extractum leptandrae), 124
of licorice (Extractum glycyrrhizae), 102
of malt, 129
of nux vomica, 136
of nux vomica, powdered (Extractum nucis vomicae), 136
of opium, 149
of opium, powdered (Extractum opii), 149
of oxgall, 85
of oxgall, powdered (Extractum fellis bovis), 85
of physostigma, 162
of physostigma, powdered (Extractum physostigmatis), 162
of podophyllum, 167
of quassia, 176
of quassia, powdered (Extractum quassiae), 176
of rhubarb, 183
of rhubarb, powdered (Extractum rhei), 183
of stramonium, 210
of sumbul, 216
of taraxacum, 218
of viburnum prunifolium, 227
of viburnum prunifolium, powdered (Extractum viburni prunifolii),
227
of witch hazel, distilled (Aqua hamamelidis), 106
Extracts, 85
solid, 85
Extractum
See also under Extract.
carnis, 56
euonymi, 84
fellis bovis, 85
ferri pomatum, 90
rhamni purshianae (Extractum cascarae sagradae), 57
rhei, 183
False unicorn (Helonias), 107
Farfara, 85
Fel bovis, 85
Fennel, 96
oil, 141
seed, 96
water, 141
Fermented milk, 123
Ferrated elixir of calisaya, alkaloidal
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum et ferri), 92
extract of apples, 90
wine of wild cherry, 174
Ferri carbonas, 85
carbonas saccharatus, 86
cinchonae et calcii lactophosphatis, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et calcii lactophosphatis),
50
et ammonii citras, 87
et quininae citras, 88
et quininae citras solubilis (Ferri et quininae citras), 88
iodidi syrupus (Syrupus ferri iodidi), 90
iodidum, 90
lactas, 90
lactophosphas, 90
malas, 90
malas crudus (Extractum ferri pomatum), 90
oxidum saccharatum, 91
protochloridum, 92
tersulphas, 94
Ferric acetate, 85
acetate solution, 85
and gentian phosphate elixir, 92
chloride, 86
chloride solution, 86
chloride, tincture, ethereal, 87
chloride, tasteless tincture (Tinctura ferri citro-chloridi), 87
chloride tincture, 86
citrate, 87
citrate, soluble (Ferri et ammonii citras), 87
citrate solution, 87
citro-chloride tincture, 87
citro-chloride tincture with gentian
elixir (Elixir gentianae et ferri), 87
glycerinophosphate (Ferri glycerophosphas), 88
glycerophosphate, 88
hydrate with magnesia (Ferri hydroxidum cum magnesii oxido), 88
hydroxide, 88
hydroxide (Magma ferri hydroxidi), 89
hydroxide magma, 89
hydroxide, with, magnesium oxide, 88
hypophosphite, 89
hypophosphite elixir, 89
hypophosphite solution, 89
hypophosphite syrup, 89
nitrate, 91
nitrate solution, 91
oxide, soluble (Ferri oxidum saccharatum), 91
oxychloride, 91
oxychloride solution, 91
oxysulphate, 91
oxysulphate solution, 91
phosphate, 91
phosphate elixir, 92
phosphate, soluble (Ferri phosphas), 91
pyrophosphate, 92
pyrophosphate elixir, 93
pyrophosphate, quinine and strychnine elixir, 93
pyrophosphate, soluble (Ferri pyrophosphas), 92
salicylate solution, 206
subsulphate, 93
subsulphate solution, 93
sulphate, basic solution (Liquor ferri subsulphatis), 93
sulphate solution, 94
Ferrous carbonate, 85
carbonate mass, 85
carbonate pills, 86
chloride, 92
chloride solution, 92
chloride syrup, 92
iodide, 90
iodide pills, 90
iodide syrup, 90
lactate, 90
malate, 90
sulphate, 93
sulphate, dried (Ferri sulphas exsiccatus), 93
sulphate, exsiccated, 93
sulphate, granulated, 94
sulphate, precipitated (Ferri sulphas granulatus), 94
Ferruginous pills (Pilulae ferri carbonatis), 86
Ferrum, 94
albuminatum, 94
oxydatum saccharatum (Ferri oxidum saccharatum), 91
peptonatum, 94
redactum (Ferrum reductum), 95
Ficus, 96
Fig, 96
Figs, syrup compound, 195
Firm zinc glycerogelatin, 229
Fish berry (Cocculus indicus), 67
Flaxseed (Linum), 124
oil (Oleum lini), 143
Fleming's solution (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
Flexible collodion, 176
Flies, Russian (Cantharis), 54
Spanish (Cantharis), 54
Flowers of sulphur (Sulphur sublimatum), 215
Fluidextract, aromatic, 66
of aconite, 15
of adonis, 16
of aletris, 19
of angelica root, 30
of apocynum, 31
of aralia, 32
of arnica, 33
of asclepias, 35
of aspidosperma, 35
of baptisia, 38
of belladonna root, 39
of berberis, 40
of bitter orange peel, 36
of bittersweet, 80
of black cohosh (Fluidextractum cimicifuga), 63
of black haw (Fluidextractum viburni prunifolii), 227
of black snakeroot (Fluidextractum cimicifuga), 63
of blue flag, 120
of boldo, 43
of buchu, 44
of buchu compound, 44
of buckthorn bark (Fluidextractum frangulae), 97
of calendula, 51
of calumba, 51
of Canadian hemp (Fluidextractum apocyni), 31
of cannabis, 54
of cascara sagrada, 58
of cascara sagrada, aromatic, 58
of catnep, 59
of caulophyllum, 59
of celery fruit, 31
of chestnut leaves, 58
of chimaphila, 60
of chionanthus, 60
of chirata, 61
of cimicifuga, 63
of cinchona, 64
of cinchona, aqueous, 65
of cocillana, 68
of coffee, 69
of colchicum corm, 69
of colchicum seed, 69
of condurango, 72
of conium, 72
of convallaria flowers, 72
of convallaria root, 73
of coptis, 73
of cornus, 74
of corydalis, 74
of cotton root bark, 103
of couch grass (Fluidextractum tritici), 222
of cubeb, 76
of cypripedium, 77
of damiana, 77
of dandelion (Fluidextractum taraxaci), 218
of digitalis, 79
of dioscorea, 80
of drosera, 80
of echinacea, 80
of ergot, 82
of eriodictyon, 83
of eucalyptus, 84
of euonymus, 84
of eupatorium, 84
of euphorbia pilulifera, 84
of frangula, 97
of fucus, 97
of galega, 98
of gelsemium, 99
of gentian, 100
of geranium, 101
of ginger, 231
of glycyrrhiza, 102
of green hellebore (Fluidextractum veratri viridis), 225
of grindelia, 104
of guarana, 106
of hamamelis leaves, 106
of helianthemum, 107
of helonias, 107
of henbane (Fluidextractum hyoscyami), 115
of hops, 108
of hydrangea, 108
of hydrastis, 114
of hyoscyamus, 115
of ipecac, 119
of jaborandi (Fluidextractum pilocarpi), 163
of jalap, 120
of juglans, 121
of juniper berries, 121
of kava, 121
of kola, 122
of krameria, 123
of lappa, 124
of leptandra, 124
of lobelia, 126
of lupulin, 127
of matico, 131
of mezereum, 134
of mullein leaves, 225
of musk root (Fluidextractum sumbul), 216
of nux vomica, 136
of paracoto, 154
of pareira, 155
of parsley root, 159
of phytolacca, 162
of pilocarpus, 163
of pinkroot (Fluidextractum spigeliae), 208
of podophyllum, 167
of pomegranate, 103
of prickly ash (Fluidextractum xanthoxyli), 228
of quassia, 176
of quebracho (Fluidextractum aspidospermatis), 35
of quercus, 176
of rhamnus cathartica, 183
of rhubarb, 183
of rhus glabra, 185
of rose, 186
of rubus, 187
of rumex, 187
of sabal, 187
of sanguinaria, 189
of sarsaparilla, 191
of sarsaparilla compound, 191
of saw palmetto (Fluidextractum sabal), 187
of scoparius, 193
of scutellaria, 193
of senecio, 194
of senega, 194
of senna, 194
of serpentaria, 195
of solanum, 208
of spigelia, 208
of squill, 192
of staphisagria, 209
of stavesacre (Fluidextractum staphisagria), 209
of stillingia, 209
of stillingiae compound, 209
of stramonium, 210
of sumbul, 216
of taraxacum, 218
of thuja, 220
of thyme, 220
of trifolium, 222
of trillium, 222
of triticum, 222
of uva ursi, 223
of valerian, 224
of veratrum viride, 225
of verbena, 226
of viburnum opulus, 226
of viburnum prunifolium, 227
of wild cherry, 174
of xanthoxylum, 228
of zea, 228
Fluidextracts, 96
Fluidextractum
See also under Fluidextract.
apii fructi, 31
aurantii amari, 36
castaneae, 58
catariae, 59
corni, 74
coto (Fluidextractum paracoto), 154
dulcamarae, 80
gossypii corticis, 103
granati, 103
humuli, 108
iridis versicoloris, 120
petroselini radicis, 159
pruni virginianae, 174
rhei, 183
rhois glabrae, 185
scillae, 192
turnerae (Fluidextractum damianae), 77
verbasci foliae, 225
zingiberis, 231
Fluidglycerate of cascara sagrada, 58
of cascara sagrada, aromatic, 58
of glycyrrhiza, 102
of krameria, 123
of licorice (Fluidglyceratum glycyrrhizae), 102
of rhubarb, 183
Fluidglycerates, 96
Foeniculum, 96
Formaldehyde, 96
solution, 96
Formamin (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Formates elixir, 8
elixir, compound, 8
Formic acid, 8
acid spirit, 8
Formin (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Fowler's solution (Liquor potassii arsenitis), 168
Foxglove (Digitalis), 79
Francis' triplex pills
(Pilulae aloes, hydrargyri et scammonii compositae), 21
Frangula, 97
fluidextract, 97
Fraxinus, 97
French mixture (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
Fresh apple juice, 214
drugs, tinctures, 221
egg, 153
egg albumen, 152
egg yolk, 152
Fringe tree bark (Chionanthus), 60
Frost-weed (Helianthemum), 107
Fucus, 97
fluidextract, 97
Galangal, 98
Galega, 98
fluidextract, 98
Galla, 98
Gallic acid, 9
Gallotannic acid (Acidum tannicum), 13
Gambir, 98
powder, compound, 98
tincture, compound, 98
troches, 99
Gamboge, 52
pipe (Cambogia), 52
Gargle of guaiac compound, 105
Garlic, 19
syrup, 19
Gaultheriae, oleum (Methylis alicylas), 133
Gelatin, 99
glycerinated, 99
Gelatinum chondri, 63
Gelsemium, 99
extract, 99
extract, powdered (Extractum gelsemii), 99
fluidextract, 99
tincture, 99
Gentian, 99
and ferric phosphate elixir, 92
and iron elixir, 87
and rhubarb tincture, 185
elixir, 100
elixir, glycerinated, 100
extract, 100
fluidextract, 100
infusion, compound, 100
tincture, compound, 100
with tincture of ferric citrochloride,
elixir of (Elixir gentianae et ferri), 87
Geranium, 101
fluidextract, 101
German chamomile (Matricaria), 131
Gilead buds, balm of (Populi gemmae), 167
Ginger, 231
fluidextract, 231
oleoresin, 232
syrup, 232
tincture (Tinctura zingiberis), 232
wild (Asarum), 34
Glacial acetic acid, 6
Glandulae suprarenales siccae (Suprarenalum siccum), 216
Glandulae thyroideae siccae (Thyroideum siccum), 220
Glauber's salt (Sodii sulphas), 206
Glonoin (Glycerylis nitras), 101
pills (Pilulae glycerylis nitratis), 102
spirit (Spiritus glycerylis nitratis), 102
Glucose, 101
liquid (Glucosum), 101
syrupy (Glucosum), 101
Glusidum (Benzosulphinidum), 40
Glycerin, 101
suppositories, 101
Glycerinated elixir of gentian, 100
gelatin, 99
vaccine virus (Virus vaccinicum), 227
Glycerite of bismuth, 41
of boroglycerin, 7
of carbolic acid (Glyceritum phenolis), 159
of egg yolk, 153
of golden seal (Glyceritum hydrastis), 114
of guaiac, 105
of hydrastis, 114
of pepsin, 157
of phenol, 159
of starch, 29
of tannic acid, 13
of tannin (Glyceritum acidi tannici), 13
of tar, 165
of tragacanth, 221
Glycerites, 101
Glyceritum amyli, 29
picis liquidae, 165
vitelli, 153
Glycerogelatinum acidi salicylici, 12
iodoformi, 117
zinci durum, 229
zinci molle, 229
Glycerol (Glycerinum), 101
Glycerophosphates elixir, compound, 203
solution, compound (Elixir glycerophosphatum compositum), 203
Glyceryl trinitrate, 101
trinitrate spirit, 102
Glycerylis nitras, 101
Glyconin (Glyceritum vitelli), 153
Glycyrrhiza, 102
elixir, 19
elixir, aqueous, 102
elixir, aromatic, 19
extract, 102
extract, pure, 102
fluidextract, 102
fluidglycerate, 102
mixture, compound, 150
powder, compound, 194
syrup, 103
Glycyrrhizin, ammoniated, 103
Goat's rue, European (Galega), 98
Godfrey's cordial (Mistura opii et sassafras), 150
Gold and arsenic bromide solution, 7
and sodium chloride, 37
Golden seal (Hydrastis), 114
extract (Extractum hydrastis), 114
glycerite (Glyceritum hydrastis), 114
tincture (Tinctura hydrastis), 114
Goldthread (Coptis), 73
Gossypii cortex, 103
Gossypium purificatum, 103
stypticum, 86
Goulard's cerate (Ceratum plumbi subacetatis), 167
extract (Liquor plumbi subacetatis), 167
Granatum, 103
Granular effervescent salts, 188
ferrous sulphate, 94
opium, 151
Gray powder (Hydrargyrum cum creta), 112
Green hellebore (Veratrum viride), 225
hellebore, fluidextract (Fluidextractum veratri viridis), 225
soap, tincture (Linimentum saponis mollis), 190
Gregory's powder (Pulvis rhei compositus), 184
Griffith's mixture (Mistura ferri composita), 86
Grindelia, 104
fluidextract, 104
Guaiac, 104
gargle, compound, 105
glycerite, 105
mixture, 105
resin (Guaiacum), 104
tincture, 105
tincture, ammoniated, 105
tincture, compound, 105
tincture, Dewees' (Tinctura guaiaci composita), 105
wood, 104
lignum, 104
Guaiacol, 104
carbonate, 104
petrox (Petroxolinum guaiacolis), 105
petroxolin, 105
Guaiacum, 104
Guarana, 105
elixir, 106
fluidextract, 106
Gum arabic (Acacia), 5
asafetida (Asafoetida), 34
benjamin (Benzoinum), 39
myrrh (Myrrha), 136
senegal (Acacia), 5
tragacanth (Tragacantha), 221
Gun cotton, soluble (Pyroxylinum), 175
Gutta percha, 106
solution, 106
Guttae pectorales (Tinctura pectoralis), 152
Guy's pills (pilulae digitalis, scillae et hydrargyri), 79
Haematoxylon, 106
Hall's dinner pills, 20
solution of strychnine (Liquor strychninae acetatis), 212
Hamamelis, 106
leaves, 106
leaves, fluidextract, 106
water, 106
Hartshorn liniment (Linimentum ammoniae), 25
Heavy magnesia (Magnesii oxidum ponderosum), 129
magnesium oxide, 129
Hebra's itch ointment (Unguentum sulphuris compositum), 216
Helianthemum, 107
fluidextract, 107
Hellebore, American (Veratrum viride), 225
green (Veratrum viride), 225
Helonias, 107
fluidextract, 107
Hematoxylon extract, 106
Hemlock, poison (Conium), 72
Henbane (Hyoscyamus), 115
fluidextract (Fluidextractum hyoscyami), 115
tincture (Tinctura hyoscyami), 115
Heroin (Diacetylmorphina), 78
hydrochloride (Diacetylmorphinae hydrochloridum), 78
Hexamethylenamine, 107
Hexamethylene-Tetramine (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Hiera picra (Pulvis aloes et Canellae), 21
High bush cranberry bark (Viburnum opulus), 226
Hive syrup (Syrupus scillae compositus), 192
Hoffmann's anodyne (Spiritus aetheris compositus), 16
drops (Spiritus aetheris compositus), 16
Homatropine bromide (Homatropinae hydrobromidum), 107
hydrobromide, 107
Honey, 132
and borax (Mel sodii boratis), 200
clarified, 132
of rose, 132
of rose and sodium borate, 200
of rose with borax (Mel rosae et sodii boratis), 200
of sodium borate, 200
Honeys, 132
Hope's mixture (Mistura camphorae acida), 149
Hops, 108
elixir, 108
fluidextract, 108
tincture, 108
Horsenettle berries (Solanum), 207
Hot drops (Tinctura capsici et myrrhae), 55
Humulus, 108
Hydrangea, 108
fluidextract, 108
Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum, 108
chloridum mite, 109
iodidum flavum, 110
iodidum rubrum, 110
nitras, 110
oxidum flavum, 111
oxidum rubrum, 111
salicylas, 111
unguentum (Unguentum hydrargyri dilutum), 112
Hydrargyrum, 112
ammoniatum, 113
cum creta, 112
Hydrastine, 113
chloride (Hydrastinae hydrochloridum), 113
hydrochloride, 113
solution, colorless (Liquor hydrastinae compositus), 113
solution, compound, 113
Hydrastis, 114
extract, 114
extract, powdered (Extractum hydrastis), 114
fluidextract, 114
glycerite, 114
tincture, 114
Hydrated chloral, 61
Hydriodic acid, diluted, 9
acid, syrup, 9
Hydrobromic acid, diluted, 9
Hydrochloric acid, 9
acid, syrup, 9
solution of arsenic (Liquor acidi arsenosi), 34
hydrochlorophosphates syrup, compound
(Syrupus phosphatum cum quinina et strychnina), 179
Hydrocyanic acid, diluted, 9
Hydrogen dioxide, 114
dioxide solution, 115
peroxide (Hydrogenii dioxidum), 114
peroxide solution (Liquor hydrogenii dioxidi), 115
Hydrous wool fat (Adeps lanae hydrosus), 16
Hyoscine hydrobromide (Scopolaminae hydrobromidum), 193
Hyoscyami folium (Hyoscyamus), 115
tinctura (Tinctura hyoscyami), 115
Hyoscyamine bromide (Hyoscyaminae hydrobromidum), 115
hydrobromide, 115
Hyoscyamus, 115
and colocynth pills, 71
extract, 115
fluidextract, 115
oil, compound, 115
tincture, 115
Hypophosphite of iron, solution of (Liquor ferri hypophosphitis), 89
Hypophosphites and calisaya, alkaloidal, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, et hypophosphitum), 180
and cinchona alkaloids, elixir, 180
and iron elixir, 89
elixir, 48
solution, 48
solution, compound, 48
syrup, 48
syrup, compound, 49
with cod liver oil emulsion, 144
Hypophosphorous acid, 10
acid, diluted, 10
Hypophysis, desiccated, 116
solution, 116
Ignatia, 116
amara (Ignatia), 116
extract, 116
extract, powdered (Extractum ignatiae), 116
tincture, 116
India senna or Alexandria senna (Senna), 194
Indian berry (Cocculus indicus), 67
tobacco (Lobelia), 126
Indigo carmine (Sodii Indigotindisulphonas), 204
Infusa, 116
Infused oils, 137
Infusion of brayera, 43
of cinchona, 65
of digitalis, 79
of gentian compound, 100
of rose compound, 186
of senna compound, 194
of wild cherry, 174
Infusions, 116
Infusum pruni virginianae, 174
Inula, 117
Inunction, menthol, 132
menthol, compound, 133
Inunctions, 117
Iodi carbolatus, liquor (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
Iodine, 117
collodion, 118
ointment, 119
petrox 5% (Petroxolinum iodi dilutum), 118
petrox 10% (Petroxolinum iodi), 118
petroxolin, 118
petroxolin, diluted, 118
solution, carbolized (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
solution, compound, 118
solution, phenolated, 118
tincture, 118
tincture, Churchill's (Tinctura iodi fortior), 119
tincture, decolorized, 118
tincture, stronger, 119
Iodized phenol, 160
Iodoform, 117
aromatized, 117
collodion, 117
glycerogelatin, 117
ointment, 117
petrox (Petroxolinum iodoformi), 117
petroxolin, 117
Iodotannin syrup, 118
Iodum, 117
Ipecac, 119
and opium powder, 151
and opium syrup, 151
and opium tincture, 152
fluidextract, 119
powder, compound (Pulvis ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
syrup, 119
wine, 119
Ipecacuanhae radix, 119
Iris, 119
versicolor, 120
Irish moss (Chondrus), 62
moss gelatin (Gelatinum chondri), 63
moss mucilage (Mucilago chondri), 63
Iron, 94
albuminate, 94
albuminate, solution, 94
and aloes pills, 20
and ammonium acetate, solution, 25
and ammonium citrate, 87
and beef wine, 57
and calcium lactophosphate, syrup, 50
and cinchona alkaloids elixir, 92
and gentian elixir, 87
and hypophosphites elixir, 89
and manganese iodide syrup, 90
and manganese, peptonate, solution, 95
and pepsin elixir, 156
and protochloride solution (Liquor ferri protochloridi), 92
and quinine citrate, 88
and quinine citrate, soluble (Ferri et quininae citras), 88
and zinc solution, compound, 231
beef and wine (Vinum carnis et ferri), 57
bismuth and calisaya, alkaloidal, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et bismuthi), 41
bismuth and cinchona alkaloids elixir, 41
bismuth, calisaya, alkaloidal, and strychnine, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri, bismuthi et strychninae),
213
bismuth, strychnine and cinchona alkaloids elixir, 213
bitter wine, 88
by hydrogen (Ferrum reductum), 95
calisaya alkaloidal and strychnine elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et strychninae), 213
calisaya and lactophosphate of lime elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et calcii lactophosphatis),
50
cinchona alkaloids and calcium lactophosphate elixir, 49
cinchona alkaloids and strychnine elixir, 213
citrate, wine, of (Vinum ferri), 88
citro-chloride, 87
crude malate (Extractum ferri pomatum), 90
elixir of pyrophosphate of iron (Elixir ferri pyrophosphatis), 93
hypophosphite, solution (Liquor ferri hypophosphitis), 89
lactate (Ferri lactas), 90
lactate elixir, 90
lactophosphate, 90
lactophosphate syrup, 90
malate (Ferri malas), 90
mixture compound, 86
pepsin and calisaya, alkaloidal, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum ferri et pepsini), 156
pepsin and cinchona alkaloids elixir, 156
peptonate, 94
perchloride (Ferri chloridum), 86
perchloride solution (Liquor ferri chloride), 86
protochloride (Ferri protochloridum), 92
protochloride, syrup (Syrupus ferri protochloridi), 92
protosulphate (Ferri sulphas), 93
Quevenne's (Ferrum reductum), 95
quinine, aloes, and nux vomica pills, 94
quinine and strychnine elixir, 87
quinine and strychnine, syrup of the phosphates of, 92
quinine, strychnine and arsenic pills, mild, 95
quinine, strychnine and arsenic pills, stronger, 95
reduced, 95
saccharated oxide of, syrup (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis), 91
salicylated mixture (Liquor ferri salicylatis), 206
sesquichloride (Ferri chloridum), 86
soluble oxide of syrup (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis), 91
solution of peptonate of, 94
tersulphate (Ferri tersulphas), 94
tersulphate solution (Liquor ferri tersulphatis), 94
tincture of crude malate (Tinctura ferri pomata), 90
tincture, tasteless (Tinctura ferri citro-chloridi), 87
wine, 88
Jaborandi (Pilocarpus), 163
fluidextract (Fluidextractum pilocarpi), 163
Jackson's pectoral syrup (Syrupus morphinae et acaciae), 134
Jalap, 120
and calomel (Pulvis hydrargyri chloridi mitis et Jalapae), 110
and mild mercurous chloride powder, 110
extract, 120
fluidextract, 120
powder, compound, 120
resin, 120
tincture, 120
tincture, compound, 120
Jamaica ginger tincture (Tinctura zingiberis), 232
James' powder (Pulvis antimonialis), 30
Jamestown weed (Stramonium), 210
Janeway's pills (Pilulae aloes et podophylli compositae), 21
Javelle water (Liquor potassae chlorinatae), 167
Jennerian vaccine (Virus vaccinicum), 227
Jimson weed (Stramonium), 210
Juglans, 120
fluidextract, 121
Juniper and potassium acetate
elixir, 168
berries, 121
berries, fluidextract, 121
berries, oil (Oleum juniper), 141
oil, 141
spirit, 142
spirit, compound, 142
tar, oil (Oleum cadinum), 139
Juniperus, 121
Kaolin, 121
cataplasm, 121
Kava, 121
fluidextract, 121
Kava Kava (Kava), 121
Kentish's ointment (Linimentum terebinthinae), 148
Kermes mineral (Antimonium sulphuratum), 30
Kieselguhr, purified (Terra silicea purificata), 219
Kino, 121
and opium powder, compound, 122
and opium tincture, compound, 122
composita, tinctura (Tinctura kino et opii composita), 122
compositus, pulvis (Pulvis kino et opii compositus), 122
tincture, 122
tincture, compound (Tinctura kino et opii composita), 122
Kissingen salt, artificial, 202
artificial, effervescent, 202
Kola, 122
fluidextract, 122
nuts (Kola), 122
Kousso (Brayera), 43
Krameria, 122
extract, 122
extract, powdered (Extractum krameriae), 122
fluidextract, 123
fluidglycerate, 123
syrup, 123
tincture, 123
Kumyss (Lac fermentatum), 123
Labarraque's solution (Liquor sodae chlorinatae), 197
Lac fermentatum, 123
sulphuris (Sulphur praecipitatum), 215
vaccinum, 123
Lactic acid, 10
Lactophosphate of lime, calisaya, and iron, elixir
(Elixir of cinchona alkaloids, iron and calcium lactophosphate),
50
Lactose (Saccharum lactis), 188
Lactucarium, 123
syrup, 123
tincture, 124
Lady slipper root (Cypripedium), 77
Webster's dinner pill (Pilulae aloes et mastiches), 20
Lafayette mixture (Mistura copaibae), 73
Lamotte's drops (Tinctura ferri chloridi aetherea), 87
Lanolin (Adeps lanae hydrosus), 16
anhydrous (Adeps lanae), 15
Lapis calaminaris (Calamina praeparata), 46
Lappa, 124
fluidextract, 124
Larch agaric (Agaricus), 18
turpentine (Terebinthina laricis), 218
Lard, 15
benzoinated, 15
Larkspur seed, 77
tincture, 78
Lassar's mild resorcinol paste (Pasta resorcinolis mitis), 182
naphthol paste (Pasta betanaphtholis), 40
stronger resorcinol paste (Pasta resorcinolis fortis), 182
zinc paste (Pasta zinci), 229
Laudanum (Tinctura opii), 152
Sydenham's (Tinctura opii crocata), 152
Laughing gas (Nitrogenii monoxidum), 136
Lavender oil, 142
spirit, 142
spirit, compound (Tinctura lavandulae composita), 142
tincture, compound, 142
Laxative elixir (Elixir cascarae sagradae compositum), 57
pills, compound, 22
pills, post partum, 71
species, 195
Lead acetate, 165
and opium lotion, 165
and opium pills, 151
and opium wash (Lotio plumbi et opii), 16
carbonate, 166
iodide, 166
oxide, 166
oxide, red, 166
plaster, 166
red (Plumbi oxidum rubrum), 166
subacetate, 167
subacetate solution, 167
subacetate solution, diluted, 167
subacetate, cerate, 167
sugar (Plumbi acetas), 165
water (Liquor plumbi subacetatis dilutus), 167
white (Plumbi carbonas), 166
Lemon oil, 143
peel, 124
peel tincture, 124
Leptandra, 124
extract, 124
extract, powdered, 124
fluidextract, 124
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza), 102
elixir (Elixir glycyrrhizae), 19
elixir, aqueous (Elixir glycyrrhizae aquosum), 102
elixir, aromatic (Elixir glycyrrhizae aromaticum), 19
extract (Extractum glycyrrhizae), 102
fluidglycerate (Fluidglyceratum glycyrrhizae), 102
powder, compound (Pulvis glycyrrhizae compositus), 194
syrup (Syrupus glycyrrhizae), 103
Life root (Senecio), 193
Light magnesia (Magnesii oxidum), 129
Lignum vitae (Guaiaci lignum), 104
Lily-of-the-valley flowers (Convallariae flores), 72
root (Convallariae radix), 72
Lime (Calx), 52
chloride (Calx chlorinata), 52
chlorinated, 52
elixir of calisaya, iron and lactophosphate of lime
(Elixir of cinchona alkaloids, iron and calcium lactophosphate),
49
juice, 214
juice and pepsin, 157
liniment, 52
potassa with, 172
soda with, 198
sulphurated (Calcii sulphidum crudum), 50
sulphurated, solution, 51
water (Liquor calcis), 52
Limonis cortex, 124
Liniment, acetic turpentine, 148
ammonia, 25
belladonna, 39
camphor, 53
camphorated soap, 190
Canada (Linimentum opii compositum), 149
chloroform, 62
hartshorn (Linimentum ammoniae), 25
lime, 52
of aconite and chloroform, 15
of ammonium iodide, 28
of croton oil, 149
of croton oil, compound, 149
of mustard compound, 147
of opium compound, 149
of soft soap, 190
of soft soap compound, 190
St. John Long's (Linimentum terebinthinae aceticum), 148
soap, 190
Stokes' (Linimentum terebinthinae aceticum), 148
turpentine, 148
volatile (Linimentum ammoniae), 25
Liniments, 124
Linimentum aconiti et chloroformi, 15
album (Linimentum terebinthinae aceticum), 148
ammonii iodidi, 28
calcis, 52
saponis mollis, 190
saponis mollis compositum, 190
sinapis compositum, 147
terebinthinae, 148
terebinthinae aceticum, 148
tiglii, 149
tiglii compositum, 149
Linseed, 124
oil, 143
oil, raw (Oleum lini), 143
Linum, 124
Liquefied carbolic acid (Phenol liquefactum), 160
phenol, 160
Liquid apiol (Oleoresina petroselini), 159
glucose (Glucosum), 101
opodeldoc (Linimentum saponis), 190
paraffin (Petrolatum liquidum), 158
petrolatum, 158
petrox (Petroxolinum liquidum), 158
petroxolin, 158
storax (Styrax), 214
Liquor
See also under Solution.
acidi arsenosi, 34
alumini acetatis, 23
alumini, acetatis (Liquor alumini subacetatis), 24
alumini acetico-tartratis, 24
alumini subacetatis, 24
ammoniae anisatus (Spiritus ammoniae anisatus), 25
ammonii acetatis, 25
ammonii citratis, 27
antisepticus, 7
antisepticus alkalinus, 169
arseni et hydrargyri iodidi, 33
arsenicalis (Liquor potassii arsenitis), 168
arsenicalis Clemens, 168
arsenicalis Fowleri (Liquor potassii arsenitis), 168
arsenicalis Pearsonii (Liquor sodii arsenatis, Pearson), 198
auri et arseni bromidi, 7
bismuthi, 42
bromi, 43
Burowii (Liquor alumini acetatis), 23
calcis, 52
calcis sulphuratae, 51
carmini, 56
chlori compositus, 62
cocci, 67
cresolis compositus, 75
ferri acetatis, 85
ferri albuminati, 94
ferri chloridi, 86
ferri citratis, 87
ferri et ammonii acetatis, 25
ferri hypophosphitis, 89
ferri nitratis, 91
ferri oxychloridi, 91
ferri oxysulphatis, 91
ferri peptonati, 94
ferri peptonati cum mangano (Liquor ferri peptonati et mangani), 95
ferri peptonati et mangani, 95
ferri protochloridi, 92
ferri salicylatis, 206
ferri subsulphatis, 93
ferri tersulphatis, 94
formaldehydi, 96
guttae perchae, 106
hydrargyri et potassii iodidi, 110
hydrargyri nitratis, 110
hydrastinae compositus, 113
hydrogenii dioxidi, 115
hypophosphitum, 48
hypophosphitum compositus, 48
hypophysis, 116
iodi carbolatus (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
iodi compositus, 118
iodi phenolatus, 118
magnesii citratis, 128
magnesii sulphatis effervescens, 129
pancreaticus (Liquor pancreatini), 153
pepsini, 157
pepsini antisepticus, 157
pepsini aromaticus, 157
phosphatum acidus, 11
phosphatum compositus, 11
phosphori, 161
picis alkalinus, 165
picis carbonis, 165
plumbi subacetatis, 167
plumbi subacetatis dilutus, 167
potassae (Liquor potassii hydroxidi), 172
potassae chlorate (Liquor potassae chlorinatae), 167
potassae chlorinatae, 167
potassi arsenatis et bromidi (Liquor arsenicalis clemens), 168
potassii citratis, 171
potassii hydroxidi, 172
sodae (Liquor sodii hydroxidi), 204
sodae chlorinatae, 197
sodae et menthae, 199
sodii arsenatis, 198
sodii arsenatis, Pearson, 198
sodii boratis compositus, 200
sodii chloridi physiologicus, 202
sodii citratis, 202
sodii citro-tartratis effervescens, 202
sodii glycerophosphatis, 203
sodii hydroxidi, 204
sodii phosphatis compositus, 205
strychninae acetatis, 212
zinci chloridi, 229
zinci et alumini compositus, 230
zinci et ferri compositus, 231
Liquores, 125
Liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza), 102
Litharge (Plumbi oxidum), 166
Lithium bromide, 125
bromide elixir, 125
carbonate, 125
citrate, 126
citrate, effervescent salt, 126
citrate elixir, 126
salicylate, 126
salicylate elixir, 126
with effervescent artificial vichy salt, 200
Liver of sulphur (Potassa sulphurata), 168
Lobelia, 126
fluidextract, 126
tincture, 127
Logwood (Haematoxylon), 106
London paste (Soda cum calce), 198
Long buchu, 44
Lotio ammoniacalis camphorata, 25
flava, 111
nigra, 109
Lotion of lead and opium, 165
Vleminckx' (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
yellow, 111
Lotions, 127
Lozenges (Trochisci), 223
Lugol's solution (Liquor iodi compositus), 118
Lunar caustic (Argenti nitras fusus), 33
Lupulin, 127
fluidextract, 127
oleoresin, 127
Lycopodium, 127
Mace, 127
Macrotys (Cimicifuga), 63
Madderwort (Absinthium), 5
Magma bismuthi, 42
ferri hydroxidi, 89
magnesiae, 128
Magmas, 128
Magnesia (Magnesii oxidum), 129
and rhubarb powder, anisated, 184
asafetida and opium mixture, 128
calcined (Magnesii oxidum), 129
heavy (Magnesii oxidum ponderosum), 129
light (Magnesii oxidum), 129
magma, 128
milk (Magma magnesiae), 128
with ferric hydrate (Ferri hydroxidum cum magnesii oxido), 88
Magnesium carbonate, 128
chloride, 128
citrate, 128
citrate solution, 128
hydroxide, 128
oxide, 129
oxide heavy, 129
oxide with ferric hydroxide, 88
sulphate, 129
sulphate solution, effervescent, 129
Male fern (Aspidium), 35
oleoresin (Oleoresina aspidii), 35
Mallow leaves, 130
Malt, 129
and cod liver oil emulsion, 144
extract, 129
Malvae folia, 130
Mandrake (Podophyllum), 167
Manganese and iron peptonate solution, 95
and sodium citrate (Mangani citras solubilis), 130
citrate, soluble, 130
dioxide, precipitated, 130
glycerophosphate, soluble, 130
hypophosphite, 130
iodide and iron, syrup, 90
sulphate, 131
Manganous glycerophosphate, soluble
(Mangani glycerophosphas solubilis), 130
Manna, 131
syrup, 131
Marigold (Calendula), 51
Marsh mallow leaves (Althaeae folia), 23
mallow root (Althaea), 22
trefoil (Menyanthes), 133
Mass of copaiba, 73
of ferrous carbonate, 85
of mercury, 112
Vallet's (Massa ferri carbonatis), 85
Masses, 131
Mastic, 131
and aloes pills, 20
Matico, 131
fluidextract, 131
leaves (Matico), 131
Matricaria, 131
May apple rhizome (Podophyllum), 167
Meadow anemone (Pulsatilla), 174
Mel, 132
boracis (Mel sodii boratis), 200
depuratum, 132
rosae, 132
rosae et sodii boratis, 200
sodii boratis, 200
Melilot, 132
Mellita, 132
Mentha piperita, 132
viridis, 132
Menthol, 132
and camphor (Menthol camphoratum), 133
camphorated, 133
inunction, 132
inunction compound, 133
petrox (Petroxolinum mentholis), 133
petroxolin, 133
spray, 133
spray compound, 133
Menyanthes, 133
Mercurial ointment, 112
ointment, diluted, 112
Mercuric chloride (Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum), 108
chloride, corrosive, 108
chloride, corrosive, poison tablets, 109
chloride mull, corrosive, 109
iodide (Hydrargyri iodidum rubrum), 110
iodide and arsenous solution, 33
iodide, red, 110
nitrate, 110
nitrate ointment, 111
nitrate solution, 110
oxide, red, 111
oxide, red, ointment, 111
oxide, yellow, 111
oxide, yellow, ointment, 111
salicylate, 111
subsalicylate (Hydrargyri salicylas), 111
Mercurous chloride (Hydrargyri chloridum mite), 109
chloride and jalap, mild, powder, 110
chloride, mild, 109
iodide (Hydrargyri iodidum flavum), 110
iodide, yellow, 110
Mercury, 112
ammoniated, 113
ammoniated ointment, 113
and potassium iodide solution, 110
and scammony and aloes compound pills, 21
bichloride (Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum), 108
biniodide (Hydrargyri iodidum rubrum), 110
digitalis, and squill, pills, 79
iodide, red (Hydrargyri iodidum rubrum), 110
iodide, yellow (Hydrargyri iodidum flavum), 110
mass, 112
oleate, 112
perchloride (Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum), 108
petrox (Petroxolinum hydrargyri), 112
petroxolin, 112
podophyllum and aloes pills, 21
protochloride (Hydrargyri chloridum mite), 109
protoiodide (Hydrargyri iodidum flavum), 110
subchloride (Hydrargyri chloridum mite), 109
with chalk, 112
Metallic pills
(Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni fortiores), 95
Methyl salicylate, 133
salicylate petrox (Petroxolinum methylis salicylatis), 133
salicylate petroxolin, 133
Methylene blue (Methylthioninae chloridum), 133
Methylmorphine (Codeina), 68
Methylthioninae hydrochloridum (Methylthioninae chloridum), 133
Methylthionine chloride, 133
Methysticum (Kava), 121
Mezereon (Mezereum), 134
Mezereum, 134
fluidextract, 134
Mild mercurous chloride, 109
mercurous chloride and jalap powder, 110
pills of iron, quinine, strychnine and arsenic, 95
resorcinal paste, 182
resorcinal paste, Lassar's (Pasta resorcinolis mitis), 182
Milk, cow's, 123
fermented, 123
of almond (Emulsum amygdalae), 29
of asafetida (Emulsion asafoetidae), 34
of bismuth (Magma bismuthi), 42
of magnesia (Magma magnesia), 128
of sulphur (Sulphur praecipitatum), 215
sugar (Saccharum lactis), 188
Mindererus spirit (Liquor ammonii acetatis), 25
Mineral oil (Petrolatum liquidum), 158
Mint and soda, solution, 199
soda (Liquor sodae et menthae), 199
Mistura
See also under Mixture.
adstringens et escharotica (Mistura adstringens), 77
ammonii chloridi, 27
antidysenterica (Mistura camphorae acida), 149
chloroformi et cannabis indicae composita
(Mistura chloroformi et morphinae composita), 62
cretae, 76
olei picis, 145
opii alkalina (Mistura opii et sassafras), 150
pectoralis Stokes, 26
picis liquidae (Mistura olei picis), 145
sassafras et opii (Mistura opii et sassafras), 150
sodae et menthae (Liquor sodae et menthae), 199
sodii citratis (Liquor sodii citratis), 202
solvens simplex (Mistura ammonii chloridi), 27
Mixture, acid camphor, 149
aromatic camphor, 142
astringent, 77
Basham's (Liquor ferri et ammonii acetatis), 25
brown (Mistura glycyrrhizae composita), 150
carminative, 150
chalk, 76
Chapman's (Mistura copaibae et opii), 73
copaiba, 73
copaiba and opium, 73
Griffith's (Mistura ferri composita), 86
Hope's (Mistura camphorae acida), 149
iron, compound, 86
Lafayette (Mistura copaibae), 73
of ammonium chloride, 27
of chloral and potassium bromide compound, 61
of chloroform and morphine compound, 62
of glycyrrhiza compound, 150
of guaiac, 105
of iron, salicylate (Liquor ferri salicylatis), 206
of magnesia, asafetida and opium, 128
of oil of tar, 145
of opium and chloroform compound, 150
of opium and rhubarb compound, 150
of opium and sassafras, 150
of rhubarb, alkaline, 183
of rhubarb and soda (Mistura rhei composita), 183
of rhubarb compound, 183
oleo-balsamic, 142
Parrish's camphor (Mistura camphorae aromatica), 142
Squibb's diarrhea (Mistura opii et chloroformi composita), 150
sun cholera (Mistura opii et rhei composita), 150
tar (Mistura olei picis), 145
Villate's (Mistura adstringens), 77
Mixtures, 134
Molded silver nitrate, 32
Monkshood (Aconitum), 14
Monobromated camphor, 53
Monsel's solution (Liquor ferri subsulphatis), 93
Morphine, 134
and acacia syrup, 134
and chloroform mixture, compound, 62
chloride (Morphinae hydrochloridum), 134
hydrochloride, 134
sulphate, 135
with compound syrup of white pine, 135
Moschus, 135
Motherplaster, camphorated (Emplastrum fuscum camphoratum), 53
Mother's salve (Unguentum fuscum), 53
Mucilage of acacia, 5
of chondrus, 63
of Irish moss (Mucilago chondri), 63
of sassafras pith, 191
of tragacanth, 221
Mucilages, 135
Mull, corrosive mercuric chloride, 109
salicylic acid, 12
zinc, 229
Mulla creosoti salicylata, 12
Mullein flowers, 225
leaves (Verbasci folia), 225
leaves, fluidextract, 225
Mulls, 135
Muriatic acid (Acidum hydrochloricum), 9
Musk, 136
deer (Moschus), 135
root (Sumbul), 216
root, fluidextract (Fluidextractum sumbul), 216
tincture, 135
tonquin (Moschus), 135
Mustard, black, 197
brown (Sinapis nigra), 197
liniment, compound, 147
oil (Oleum sinapis volatile), 147
oil, volatile, 147
paper (Emplastrum sinapis), 197
plaster, 197
spirit, 147
white, 197
yellow (Sinapis alba), 197
Mutton suet (Sevum praeparatum), 197
Myrcia oil, 145
spirit, compound, 145
Myrica, 135
Myristica, 136
oil, 145
Myrrh, 136
and aloes pills, 20
and aloes tincture, 21
and capsicum tincture, 55
gum (Myrrha), 136
tincture, 136
Naphthol (Betanaphthol), 40
paste, Lassar's (Pasta betanaphtholis), 40
Nebula aromatica, 158
eucalyptolis, 83
mentholis, 133
mentholis composita, 133
thymolis, 220
Nebulae, 136
Neroli, oil (Oleum aurantii florum), 138
Neutralizing cordial (Mistura rhei alkalina), 183
Niemeyer pills for dropsy (Pilulae digitalis, scillae et hydrargyri),
79
pills for phthisis (Pilulae opii, digitalis et quininae), 151
Night blooming cereus (Cactus grandiflorus), 45
Nitre, sweet spirit (Spiritus aetheris nitrosi), 17
Nitric acid, 10
Nitrogen monoxide, 136
Nitroglycerin (Glycerylis nitras), 101
pills, 102
spirit (Spiritus glycerylis nitratis), 102
Nitrohydrochloric acid, 10
acid, diluted, 10
Nitromuriatic acid (Acidum nitrohydrochloricum), 10
acid, diluted (Acidum nitrohydrochloricum dilutum), 10
Nitrous ether, 17
ether spirit, 17
oxide (Nitrogenii monoxidum), 136
Normal salt solution (Liquor sodii chloridi physiologicus), 202
Nutgall, 98
ointment, 98
tincture, 98
Nutmeg (Myristica), 136
oil (Oleum myristicae), 145
Nux vomica, 136
and phosphorus elixir, 161
extract, 136
extract, powdered (Extractum nucis vomicae), 136
fluidextract, 136
iron, quinine and aloes pills, 94
tincture, 137
Oil, anise (Oleum anisi), 138
benne (Oleum sesami), 147
camphorated (Linimentum camphorae), 53
carbolized (Oleum phenolatum), 159
cassia (Oleum cassiae), 140
castor, 146
castor, aromatic, 146
castor, emulsion, 146
cod liver, 144
cod liver, emulsion, 144
cod liver, with calcium lactophosphate emulsion, 144
cod liver, with calcium phosphate emulsion, 144
cod liver, with egg emulsion, 145
cod liver, with hypophosphites emulsion, 144
cod liver, with malt emulsion, 144
cod liver, with phosphate of lime emulsion
(Emulsum olei morrhuae cum calcii phosphate), 144
cod liver, with wild cherry emulsion, 144
cottonseed, 141
croton, 148
croton, collodion, 148
croton, liniment, 149
croton, liniment compound, 149
ethereal, 137
linseed, 143
linseed, raw (Oleum lini), 143
mineral (Petrolatum liquidum), 158
mustard (Oleum sinapis volatile), 147
of allspice (Oleum pimentae), 146
of almond, expressed, 138
of American wormseed (Oleum chenopodii), 140
of anise, 138
of bay (Oleum myrciae), 145
of bergamot, 139
of birch, rectified empyroligneous
(Oleum betulae empyreumaticum rectificatum), 139
of birch tar, rectified, 139
of bitter almond, 137
of bitter orange, 138
of cade, 139
of cajuput, 139
of caraway, 140
of cardamon, 139
of chenopodium, 140
of cinnamon, 140
of clove, 140
of coriander, 141
of cubeb, 141
of dwarf pine needles, 146
of eucalyptus, 141
of fennel, 141
of flaxseed (Oleum lini), 143
of hyoscyamus, compound, 115
of juniper, 141
of Juniper berries (Oleum juniperi), 141
of juniper tar (Oleum cadinum), 139
of lavender, 142
of lemon, 143
of mustard, volatile, 147
of myrcia, 145
of myristica, 145
of neroli (Oleum aurantii florum), 138
of nutmeg (Oleum myristicae), 145
of orange, 138
of orange flowers, 138
of peppermint, 143
of pimenta, 146
of rosemary, 146
of sandalwood (Oleum santali), 146
of santal, 146
of sassafras, 147
of spearmint, 143
of star anise, 138
of sweet almond (Oleum amygdalae expressum), 138
of sweet birch (Methylis salicylas), 133
of sweet orange (Oleum aurantii), 138
of tar mixture, 145
of tar, rectified, 145
of teaberry (Methylis salicylas), 133
of theobroma, 148
of thyme, 148
of turpentine, 147
of turpentine emulsion, 148
of turpentine, rectified, 147
of wintergreen (Methylis salicylas), 133
olive, 145
phenolated, 159
phosphorated, 161
pimento (Oleum pimentae), 146
rosemary (Oleum rosmarini), 146
santalwood (Oleum santali), 146
sesame, 147
spray, aromatic, 158
tar, rectified, (Oleum picis liquidae rectificatum), 145
teel (Oleum sesami), 147
turpentine (Oleum terebinthinae), 147
turpentine, rectified (Oleum terebinthinae rectificatum), 147
Oils, infused, 137
volatile spirits, 208
Oil-Sugars, 137
Ointment, 15
basilicon (Ceratum resinae), 181
belladonna, 38
blue (Unguentum hydrargyri dilutum), 112
brown, 53
calamine, 46
camphor, 53
chrysarobin, 63
citrine (Unguentum hydrargyri nitratis), 111
diachylon, 166
Hebra's itch (Unguentum sulphuris compositum), 216
iodine, 119
iodoform, 117
Kentish's (Linimentum terebinthinae), 148
mercurial, 112
mercurial, diluted, 112
nutgall, 98
of ammoniated mercury, 113
of boric acid, 7
of carbolic acid (Unguentum phenolis), 160
of lead iodide, 166
of mercuric nitrate, 111
of phenol, 160
of potassium iodide, 173
of red mercuric oxide, 111
of rose water, 186
of tannic acid, 14
of yellow mercuric oxide, 111
of zinc oxide, 230
of zinc stearate, 230
petrolatum (Petrolatum), 158
resorcinol, compound, 182
simple (Unguentum), 15
stramonium, 210
sulphur, 215
sulphur, alkaline, 215
sulphur compound, 216
tar, 165
tar, compound, 146
veratrine, 225
white precipitate (Unguentum hydrargyri ammoniati), 113
Wilkinson's (Unguentum sulphuris compositum), 216
zinc (Unguentum zinci oxidi), 230
Ointments, 223
Olea infusa, 137
Oleate of aconitine, 14
of atropine, 36
of cocaine, 67
of mercury, 112
of quinine, 177
of veratrine, 225
Oleates, 137
Oleic acid, 11
Oleo-balsamic mixture, 142
Oleoresin of aspidium, 35
of capsicum, 55
of cubeb, 76
of ginger, 232
of lupulin, 127
of male fern (Oleoresina aspidii), 35
of parsley fruit, 159
of pepper, 164
Oleoresina petroselini, 159
piperis, 164
zingiberis, 232
Oleoresins, 137
Oleosacchara, 137
Oleum
See also under Oil.
aethereum, 137
amygdalae amarae, 137
amygdalae expressum, 138
aurantii, 138
aurantii amari, 138
aurantii corticis (Oleum aurantii), 138
aurantii florum, 138
bergamottae, 139
betulae (Methylis salicylas), 133
betulae empyreumaticum rectificatum, 139
cari, 140
caryophylli, 140
foeniculi, 141
gaultheriae (Methylis salicylas), 133
gossypii seminis, 141
Jecoris aselli (Oleum morrhuae), 144
lini, 143
menthae piperitae, 143
menthae viridis, 143
morrhuae, 144
picis liquidae (Oleum picis liquidae rectificatum), 145
picis liquidae rectificatum, 145
pini pumilionis, 146
ricini, 146
ricini aromaticum, 146
rusci rectificatum (Oleum betulae empyreumaticum rectificatum), 139
sinapis volatile, 147
terebinthinae, 147
terebinthinae rectificatum, 147
tiglii, 148
Olive oil, 145
Opium, 149
and camphor pills, 151
and chalk powder, aromatic, 151
and chloroform mixture, compound, 150
and copaiba mixture, 73
and ipecac powder, 151
and ipecac syrup, 151
and ipecac tincture, 152
and kino powder, compound, 122
and kino tincture, compound, 122
and lead lotion, 165
and lead pills, 151
and lead wash (Lotio plumbi et opii), 165
and rhubarb mixture, compound, 150
and sassafras mixture, 150
deodorized, 151
deodorized tincture, 152
digitalis and quinine pills, 151
extract, 149
extract, powdered (Extractum opii), 149
granulated, 151
liniment, compound, 149
magnesia, and asafetida mixture, 128
powdered, 150
tincture, 152
tincture, camphorated, 152
vinegar, 149
with saffron tincture, 152
Opodeldoc (Linimentum saponato-camphoratum), 190
liquid (Linimentum saponis), 190
solid (Linimentum saponato-camphoratum), 190
Orange, elixir, compound (Vinum aurantii compositum), 36
flower water, 37
flower water, stronger, 37
flowers, bitter, 37
flowers oil, 138
flowers syrup, 37
oil, 138
peel, bitter, 36
peel, bitter, fluidextract, 36
peel, bitter, tincture, 36
peel, sweet, 36
peel, sweet, tincture, 37
spirit, compound, 138
syrup, 36
wine, compound, 36
Ordeal bean (Physostigma), 161
Oregon grape root (Berberis), 40
Orphol (Bismuthi betanaphtholas), 41
Orris, 119
root (Iris), 119
Ovi albumen recens, 152
vitellum recens, 152
Ovum gallinaceum, 153
Oxgall, 85
extract, 85
extract, powdered (Extractum fellis bovis), 85
Oxygen, 153
Oxymel of Squill, 192
Pale catechu (Gambir), 98
catechu tincture, compound (Tinctura gambir composita), 98
Pancreatic solution (Liquor pancreatini), 153
Pancreatin, 153
powder, compound, 153
solution, 153
Papaveris fructus, 153
Papers, 60
Papoose root (Caulophyllum), 59
Paracoto, 153
fluidextract, 154
tincture, 154
Paraffin, 154
liquid (Petrolatum liquidum), 158
Paraform (Paraformaldehydum), 154
Paraformaldehyde, 154
Paraldehyde, 154
Paregoric (Tinctura opii camphorata), 152
Pareira, 155
brava (Pareira), 155
fluidextract, 155
Parrish's camphor mixture (Mistura camphorae aromatica), 142
Parsley fruit, 159
fruit, oleoresin, 159
root, 159
root, fluidextract, 159
seed (Petroselinum), 159
Pasque flower (Pulsatilla), 174
Passion flower, 155
flower tincture, 155
vine (Passiflora), 155
Paste, betanaphthol, 40
dextrinated, 78
Lassar's mild resorcinol (Pasta resorcinol mitis), 182
Lassar's naphthol (Pasta betanaphtholis), 40
Lassar's stronger resorcinol (Pasta resorcinolis fortis), 182
Lassar's zinc (Pasta zinci), 229
London (Soda cum calce), 198
pencils, 209
resorcinol, mild, 182
resorcinol, strong, 182
Unna's soft zinc (Pasta zinci mollis), 229
Unna's sulphurated zinc (Pasta zinci sulphurata), 230
zinc, 229
zinc, soft, 229
zinc, sulphurated, 230
Pastes, dermatologic, 155
Pearson's solution of sodium arsenate, 198
Pectoral drops (Tinctura pectoralis), 153
drops, Bateman's (Tinctura pectoralis), 152
species, 22
tincture, 152
Pectoralis, syrupus (Syrupus morphinae et acaciae), 134
Pelletierine tannate, 155
Pellitory root (Pyrethrum), 175
tincture (Tinctura pyrethri), 175
Pencils, paste, 209
Unna (Stili dilubiles), 209
Pepo, 155
Pepper, 164
black (Piper), 164
cayenne (Capsicum), 55
oleoresin, 164
Peppermint, 132
essence (Spiritus menthae piperitae), 143
oil, 143
spirit, 143
troches, 143
water, 143
Pepsin, 155
and bismuth elixir, 156
and iron elixir, 156
and lime juice, 157
and rennin elixir, compound, 156
bismuth and strychnine elixir, 212
cinchona alkaloids and iron elixir, 156
elixir, 156
glycerite, 157
iron and calisaya, alkaloidal, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et pepsini), 156
saccharated, 157
solution, 157
solution, antiseptic, 157
solution, aromatic, 157
wine, 157
Peptonate of iron and manganese solution, 95
of iron solution, 94
Peptonizing, powder (Pulvis pancreatini compositus), 153
Perchloride of mercury (Hydrargyri chloridum corrosivum), 108
Perfumed spirit, 139
Peroxide, hydrogen (Hydrogenii dioxidum), 114
Persio, 157
Petrolatum, 158
album, 158
emulsion, 158
liquid, 158
ointment (Petrolatum), 158
saponatum liquidum (Petroxolinum liquidum), 158
saponatum spissum (Petroxolinum spissum), 159
white, 158
Petroleum benzin, purified, 39
ether (Benzinum purificatum), 39
jelly (Petrolatum), 158
jelly, white (Petrolatum album), 158
Petroselini radix, 159
Petroselinum, 159
Petrox, liquid (Petroxolinum liquidum), 158
solid (Petroxolinum spissum), 159
Petroxolin, liquid, 158
solid, 159
Petroxolins, 159
Petroxolinum betanaphtholis, 41
cadini, 139
chloroformi camphoratum, 62
creosoti, 75
eucalyptolis, 83
guaiacolis, 105
hydrargyri, 112
iodi, 118
iodi dilutum, 118
iodoformi, 117
mentholis, 133
methylis salicylatis, 133
phenolis, 160
phenolis camphoratum, 160
picis, 145
spissum, 159
sulphuratum, 215
sulphuratum compositum, 215
terebinthinae laricis, 218
Pheasant's eye (Adonis), 16
Phenacetin (Acetphenetidinum), 6
Phenazone (Antipyrina), 31
Phenol, 159
glycerite, 159
iodatum, 160
iodized, 160
liquefied, 160
ointment, 160
petrox (Petroxolinum phenolis), 160
petrox, camphorated (Petroxolinum phenolis camphoratum), 160
Phenolated oil, 159
solution of iodine, 118
water, 159
Phenolphthalein, 160
troches, 160
Phenyl salicylate, 160
Phenylcinchoninic acid, 11
Phenyldimethylpyrazolon (Antipyrina), 31
Phenylis salicylas, 160
Phenyl-quinoline-carboxylic acid (Acidum phenylcinchoninicum), 11
Phosphate of lime with cod liver oil emulsion
(Emulsum olei morrhuae cum calcii phosphate), 144
of iron, quinine and strychnine, syrup of, 92
quinine and strychnine syrup, 179
solution, acid, 11
solution, compound, 11
syrup, compound, 11
Phosphorated oil, 161
Phosphates, acid solution of, 11
Phosphoric acid, 11
acid, diluted, 11
Phosphorus, 161
and nux vomica elixir, 161
elixir, 161
pills, 161
solution, 161
solution, Thompson's (Liquor phosphori), 161
Physiological salt solution (Liquor sodii chloridi physiologicus), 202
solution of sodium chloride, 202
Physostigma, 161
extract, 162
extract, powdered (Extractum physostigmatis), 162
tincture, 162
Physostigmine salicylate, 162
Phytolacca, 162
fluidextract, 162
Picric acid (Trinitrophenol), 222
Pill, blue (Massa hydrargyri), 112
bearing spurge (Euphorbia pilulifera), 84
Pills, 163
Aitken tonic (Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni mites),
95
antidyspeptic, 212
antiperiodic, 180
antiperiodic, without aloes, 180
Barker's post partum (Pilulae laxativae post partum), 71
bitter metallic
(Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni fortiores), 95
Blaud's (Pilulae ferri carbonatis), 86
cathartic, compound, 71
cathartic, vegetable, 71
chalybeate (Pilulae ferri carbonatis), 86
cochia (Pilulae colocynthidis compositae), 71
dinner, 20
dinner, Chapman's, 20
dinner, Cole's, 20
dinner, Hall's, 20
dinner, Lady Webster's (Pilulae aloes et mastiches), 20
ferruginous (Pilulae ferri carbonatis), 86
Francis' triplex (Pilulae aloes, hydrargyri et scammonii compositae),
21
Guy's (Pilulae digitalis, scillae et hydrargyri), 79
Janeway's (Pilulae aloes et podophylli compositae), 21
laxative, compound, 22
metallic (Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni fortiores),
95
Niemeyer, for dropsy (Pilulae digitalis, scillae et hydrargyri), 79
Niemeyer, for phthisis (Pilulae opii, digitalis et quininae), 151
of aloes, 20
of aloes and asafetida, 20
of aloes and iron, 20
of aloes and mastic, 20
of aloes and myrrh, 20
of aloes and podophyllum, compound, 21
of aloes, mercury and podophyllum, 21
of aloes, mercury and scammony, compound, 21
of aloin, compound, 22
of aloin, strychnine and belladonna, 22
of aloin, strychnine and belladonna, compound, 22
of antimony, compound, 31
of asafetida, 34
of colocynth and hyoscyamus, 71
of colocynth and podophyllum, 71
of colocynth, compound, 71
of digitalis, squill and mercury, 79
of ferrous carbonate, 86
of ferrous iodide, 90
of glonoin (Pilulae glycerylis nitratis), 102
of iron, quinine, aloes and nux vomica, 94
of iron, quinine, strychnine and arsenic, mild, 95
of iron, quinine, strychnine and arsenic, stronger, 95
of nitroglycerin, 102
of opium and camphor, 151
of opium and lead, 151
of opium, digitalis and quinine, 151
of phosphorus, 161
of rhubarb, 184
of rhubarb, compound, 184
Plummer's (Pilulae antimonii compositae), 31
post partum laxative, 71
quadruplex (Pilulae ferri, quinine, aloes et nucis vomicae), 94
quatuor (Pilulae ferri, quininae, aloes et nucis vomicae), 94
triplex (Pilulae aloes, hydrargyri et podophylli), 21
Warburg's (Pilulae antiperiodicae), 180
Warburg's, without aloes (Pilulae antiperiodicae sine aloe), 180
Pilocarpine chloride (Pilocarpinae hydrochloridum), 162
hydrochloride, 162
nitrate, 163
Pilocarpus, 163
fluidextract, 163
Pilulae
See also under Pills.
ad prandium, 20
cocciae (Pilulae colocynthidis compositae), 71
glycerylis nitratis, 102
metallorum
(Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae, et arseni fortiores), 95
metallorum amarae
(Pilulae ferri, quininae, strychninae et arseni fortiores), 95
quadruplices (Pilulae ferri, quininae, aloes et nucis vomicae), 94
triplices (Pilulae aloes, hydrargyri et podophylli), 21
Pimento (Pimenta), 163
oil (Oleum pimentae), 146
Pimpernel root (Pimpinella), 164
Pimpinella, 164
tincture, 164
Pine bark, white, 164
needles, dwarf, oil, 146
oil, dwarf (Oleum pini pumilionis), 146
tar (Pix liquida), 164
Pinkroot (Spigelia), 208
fluidextract (Fluidextractum spigeliae), 208
Pinus alba, 164
Pipe gamboge (cambogia), 52
Piper, 164
Pipsissewa (Chimaphila), 60
Pituitary body, desiccated (Hypophysis sicca), 116
solution (Liquor hypophysis), 116
Pix carbonis (Pix Lithanthracis), 165
liquida, 164
lithanthracis, 165
Plaster, adhesive (Emplastrum resinae), 182
adhesive, rubber (Emplastrum elasticum), 182
belladonna, 38
camphorated brown, 53
cantharides, 54
capsicum, 55
diachylon (Emplastrum plumbi), 166
lead, 166
mustard, 197
rosin, 182
rosin adhesive (Emplastrum resinae), 182
rubber, 182
soap, 190
Plasters, 82
Pleurisy root (Asclepias), 35
Plumbi acetas, 165
carbonas, 166
iodidum, 166
oxidum, 166
oxidum rubrum, 166
subacetas, 167
Plummer's pills (Pilulae antimonii compositae), 31
Podophyllin (Resina Podophylli), 167
Podophyllum, 167
aloes and mercury pills, 21
and aloes pills, compound, 21
and colocynth pills, 71
extract of, 167
fluidextract, 167
resin, 167
Poison hemlock (Conium), 72
tablets, 221
tablets of corrosive mercuric chloride, 109
Poke root (Phytolacca), 162
Pomegranate, 103
bark (Granatum), 103
fluidextract, 103
Poplar buds, balsam, 167
Poppy capsules, 153
syrup, 153
Populi gemmae, 167
Post partum laxative pills, 71
partum pills, Barker's (Pilulae laxative post partum), 71
Potassa, chlorinated, 167
chlorinated, solution, 167
cum calce, 172
solution (Liquor potassii hydroxidi), 172
sulphurated, 168
with lime, 172
Potassium acetate, 168
acetate and buchu, elixir of, 44
acetate and juniper elixir, 168
acetate elixir, 168
and sodium tartrate, 171
arsenate, 168
arsenate and bromides solution (Liquor arsenicalis clemens), 168
arsenite, 168
arsenite solution, 168
bicarbonate, 169
bitartrate, 169
bitartrate and sulphur troches, 215
bromide, 169
bromide and chloral mixture,
compound, 61
bromide, effervescent salt, 170
bromide, effervescent salt, compound, 170
bromide elixir, 170
bromide with caffeine, effervescent
(Sal potassi bromidi effervescens compositus), 170
carbonate, 170
chlorate, 171
chlorate troches, 171
chloride, 171
citrate, 171
citrate, effervescent, 171
citrate solution, 171
hydrate (Potassii hydroxidum), 172
hydroxide, 172
hydroxide solution, 172
hypophosphite, 172
iodide, 172
iodide and mercury, solution, 110
iodide ointment, 173
iodohydrargyrate solution (Liquor hydrargyri et potassii iodidi),
110
nitrate, 173
nitrate paper, 173
permanganate, 173
sulphate, 173
tartrate and antimony, 30
Potio rivierii (Liquor sodii citratis), 202
Poultices, 59
Powder, acetanilid, compound, 6
anise, compound (Pulvis rhei et magnesiae anisatus), 184
antimonial, 30
aromatic, 66
chalk, compound, 76
composition (Pulvis myricae compositus), 135
Dover's (Pulvis ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
Dover's syrup (Syrupus ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
Dover's tincture (Tinctura ipecacuanhae et opii), 152
gray (hydrargyrum cum creta), 112
Gregory's (Pulvis rhei compositus), 184
James' (Pulvis antimonialis), 30
licorice, compound (Pulvis glycyrrhizae compositum), 194
of aloes and canella, 21
of bayberry compound, 135
of chalk and opium, aromatic, 151
of chalk, aromatic, 66
of gambir, compound, 98
of glycyrrhiza, compound, 194
of ipecac and opium, 151
of ipecac, compound (Pulvis ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
of jalap, compound, 120
of kino and opium, compound, 122
of mild mercurous chloride and jalap, 110
of rhubarb and magnesia, anisated, 184
of rhubarb, compound, 184
of talc, boro-salicylated (Pulvis talci compositus), 12
of talc, compound, 12
pancreatin compound, 153
peptonizing (Pulvis pancreatini compositus), 153
rubefacient spice, 57
seidlitz (Pulvis effervescens compositus), 172
soluble, antiseptic, 231
Powdered compound extract of colocynth
(Extractum colocynthidis compositum), 70
extract of aconite (Extractum aconiti), 15
extract of aloes (Extractum aloes), 20
extract of cascara sagrada (Extractum cascarae sagradae), 57
extract of cimicifuga (Extractum cimicifugae), 63
extract of colchicum corm (Extractum colchici cormi), 69
extract of colocynth (Extractum colocynthidis), 70
extract of euonymus (Extractum euonymi), 84
extract of gelsemium (Extractum gelsemii), 99
extract of hydrastis (Extractum hydrastis), 114
extract of ignatia (Extractum ignatiae), 116
extract of krameria (Extractum krameriae), 122
extract of leptandra (Extractum leptandrae), 124
extract of nux vomica (Extractum nucis vomicae), 136
extract of opium (Extractum opii), 149
extract of oxgall (Extractum fellis bovis), 85
extract of physostigma (Extractum physostigmatis), 162
extract of quassia (Extractum quassiae), 176
extract of rhubarb (Extractum rhei), 183
extract of viburnum prunifolium (Extractum viburni prunifolii), 227
opium, 150
Powders, 175
Precipitated calcium carbonate, 46
calcium phosphate, 50
chalk (Calcii carbonas praecipitatus), 46
ferrous sulphate (Ferri sulphas granulatus), 94
manganese dioxide, 130
sulphur, 215
zinc carbonate, 229
Prepared cacao (Cacao praeparata), 44
calamine, 46
chalk, 75
suet, 197
Prickly ash bark (Xanthoxylum), 228
ash berries, 228
ash, fluidextract (Fluidextractum xanthoxyli), 228
Protochloride of iron solution (Liquor ferri protochloridi), 92
of iron syrup (Syrupus ferri protochloridi), 92
of mercury (Hydrargyri chloridum mite), 109
Protoiodide of mercury (Hydrargyri iodidum flavum), 110
Prune, 174
Prunus virginiana, 174
Prussic acid, diluted (Acidum hydrocyanicum dilutum), 9
Pulsatilla, 174
tincture, 175
Pulveres, 175
Pulvis
See also under Powder.
aloes et canellae, 21
antisepticus, 231
antisepticus solubilis (Pulvis antisepticus), 231
aromaticus rubefaciens, 57
catechu compositus (Pulvis gambir compositus), 98
cretae aromaticus, 66
cretae compositus, 76
cretae et opii aromaticus, 151
effervescens compositus, 172
gambir compositus, 98
glycyrrhizae compositus, 194
hydrargyri chloridi mitis et jalapae, 110
myricae compositus, 135
potassii bromidi effervescens (Sal potassii bromidi effervescens),
170
potassii bromidi effervescens cum caffeina
(Sal potassii bromidi effervescens compositus), 170
purgans (Pulvis jalapae compositus), 120
salis carolini factitii effervescens, 207
salis kissingensis factitii effervescens
(Sal kissingense factitium effervescens), 202
salis vichyani factitii effervescens
(Sal vichyanum factitium effervescens), 200
salis vichyani factitii effervescens cum lithio
(Sal vichyanum factitium effervescens cum lithio), 200
Pumice, 175
Pumpkin seed (Pepo), 155
Pure extract of glycyrrhiza, 102
Purgans, pulvis (Pulvis jalapae compositus), 120
Purging cassia (Cassia fistula), 58
Purified antidiphtheric serum, 196
antitetanic serum, 196
cotton, 103
infusorial earth (Terra silicea purificata), 219
kieselguhr (Terra silicea purificata), 219
petroleum benzin, 39
siliceous earth, 219
talc, 217
Pyrethrum, 175
tincture, 175
Pyrogallic acid (Pyrogallol), 175
Pyrogallol, 175
Pyroxylin, 175
Quadruplex pills (Pilulae ferri, quininae, aloes et nucis vomicae), 94
Quassia, 176
extract, 176
extract, powdered (Extractum quassiae), 176
fluidextract, 176
tincture, 176
Quatuor pills (Pilulae ferri, quininae, aloes et nucis vomicae), 94
Quebracho (Aspidosperma), 35
fluidextract (Fluidextractum aspidospermatis), 35
Queen's root (Stillingia), 209
Quercus, 176
fluidextract, 176
Quevenne's iron (Ferrum reductum), 95
Quicklime (Calx), 52
Quicksilver (Hydrargyrum), 112
Quillaja, 176
tincture, 177
Quinidine, 177
syrup, 177
syrup, bitterless (Syrupus quinidinae), 177
Quinine, 177
aloes, iron and nux vomica pills, 94
and urea chloride (Quininae et ureae hydrochloridum), 178
and urea hydrochloride, 178
bisulphate, 177
bromide (Quininae hydrobromidum), 178
chloride (Quininae, hydrochloridum), 179
citrate and iron, 88
citrate and iron, soluble (Ferri et quininae citras), 88
dihydrochloride, 178
ferric pyrophosphate and strychnine elixir, 93
glycerinophosphate (Quininae glycerophosphas), 178
glycerophosphate, 178
hydrobromide, 178
hydrochloride, 179
hypophosphite, 179
iron and strychnine, syrup of the phosphates of, 92
oleate, 177
opium and digitalis pills, 151
salicylate, 179
strychnine and iron elixir, 87
strychnine and phosphates syrup, 179
strychnine, iron and arsenic pills, mild, 95
strychnine, iron and arsenic pills, stronger, 95
sulphate, 179
tannate, 181
tannate troches, 181
valerate, 181
valerate and strychnine elixir, 181
Raspberries, 186
Raspberry syrup, 186
Raw linseed oil (Oleum lini), 143
Rectified empyroligneous oil of birch
(Oleum betulae empyreumaticum rectificatum), 139
oil of birch tar, 139
oil of tar, 145
oil of turpentine, 147
tar oil (Oleum picis liquidae rectificatum), 145
turpentine oil (Oleum terebinthinae rectificatum), 147
Red aromatic elixir, 19
cinchona, 65
clover blossoms (Trifolium), 222
elixir (Elixir aromaticum rubrum), 19
indigo (Persio), 157
iodide of mercury (Hydrargyri iodidum rubrum), 110
lead (Plumbi oxidum rubrum), 166
mercuric iodide, 110
mercuric oxide, 111
mercuric oxide, ointment, 111
oxide of lead, 166
peruvian bark (Cinchona rubra), 65
precipitate (Hydrargyri oxidum rubrum), 111
rose, 186
Saunders, 189
Reduced iron, 95
Refined and concentrated diphtheria antitoxin
(Serum antidiphthericum purificatum), 196
and concentrated tetanus antitoxin (Serum antitetanicum purificatum),
196
Rennin, 181
and pepsin elixir, compound, 156
Replacing elixir curassao (Elixir aurantii amari), 138
emplastrum aromaticum (Pulvis aromaticus rubefaciens), 57
Resin of jalap, 120
of podophyllum, 167
of scammony, 192
Resins, 182
Resorcin (Resorcinol), 182
resorcinol, 182
ointment, compound, 182
paste, Lassar's mild (Pasta resorcinolis mitis), 182
paste, Lassar's, stronger (Pasta resorcinolis fortis), 182
paste, strong, 182
Rhamnus cathartica, 182
cathartica fluidextract, 183
cathartica syrup, 183
purshiana (Cascara sagrada), 57
Rhatany (Krameria), 122
Rheum, 183
Rhubarb, 183
and gentian tincture, 185
and magnesia powder, anisated, 184
and opium mixture, compound, 150
and soda mixture (Mistura rhei composita), 183
extract, 183
extract, powdered (Extractum rhei), 183
fluidextract, 183
fluidglycerate, 183
mixture, alkaline, 183
mixture, compound, 183
pills, compound, 184
powder, compound, 184
syrup, 184
Rhubarb syrup, aromatic, 184
syrup, spiced (Syrupus rhei aromaticus), 184
tincture, 184
tincture, aqueous, 184
tincture, aromatic, 184
tincture, sweet, 185
wine, compound, 185
Rhus glabra, 185
glabra, fluidextract, 185
Roasted coffee (Coffea tosta), 69
Rochelle salt (Potassii et sodii tartrate), 171
Rock-rose (Helianthemum), 107
Root (Bryonia), 44
Rosa centifolia (Rosa), 185
gallica, 186
Rose, 185
confection, 185
fluidextract, 186
honey, 132
honey and sodium borate, 200
honey with borax (Mel rosae et sodii boratis), 200
infusion, compound, 186
syrup, 186
water, 185
water ointment, 186
water, stronger, 185
Rosemary oil, 146
Rosin, 181
adhesive plaster (Emplastrum resinae), 182
cerate, 181
cerate compound, 182
plaster, 182
Rubber adhesive plaster (Emplastrum elasticum), 182
plaster, 182
Rubefacient spice powder, 57
Rubi fructus, 186
idaei fructus, 186
Rubus, 186
fluidextract, 187
syrup, 187
Rumex, 187
fluidextract, 187
Russian flies (Cantharis), 54
Rye, ergot, 82
spurred, 82
Sabal, 187
fluidextract, 187
Saccharated ferric oxide, 91
ferrous carbonate, 86
iron, soluble, syrup, 91
oxide of iron, syrup (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis), 91
pepsin, 157
Saccharin (Benzosulphinidum), 40
soluble (Sodii benzosulphinidum), 199
Saccharum lactis, 188
ustum (Caramel), 55
Saffron (Crocus), 76
tincture, 76
with opium tincture, 152
Saigon cinnamon, 66
St. Germain tea (Species laxativae), 195
St. Ignatius bean (Ignatia), 116
St. John Long's liniment (Linimentum terebinthinae aceticum), 148
Sal carolinum factitium, 207
carolinum factitium effervescens, 207
Kissingense factitium, 202
Kissingense factitium effervescens, 202
lithii citratis effervescens, 126
potassii bromidi effervescens, 170
potassii bromidi effervescens compositus, 170
Vichyanum factitium, 199
Vichyanum factitium effervescens, 200
Vichyanum factitium effervescens cum lithio, 200
Sales effervescentes, 188
Salicin, 188
Salicylated creosote mull, 12
mixture of iron (Liquor ferri salicylatis), 206
Salicylic acid, 12
acid glycerogelatin, 12
acid mull, 12
acid pencil, 12
collodion, compound, 12
Salol (Phenylis salicylas), 160
Salt, artificial carlsbad, 207
artificial Carlsbad, effervescent, 207
Glauber's (Sodii sulphas), 206
of lithium citrate, effervescent, 126
of potassium bromide, effervescent, 170
of potassium bromide, effervescent, compound, 170
rochelle (Potassii et sodii tartras), 171
solution, normal (Liquor sodii chloridi physiologicus), 202
solution, physiological (Liquor sodii chloridi physiologicus), 202
Saltpetre (Potassi nitras), 173
Salts, granular effervescent, 188
Salve, Deshler's (Ceratum resinae compositum), 182
mother's (Unguentum fuscum), 53
Sambucus, 188
Sandal wood, 189
oil (Oleum santali), 146
white (Santalum album), 189
Sanguinaria, 189
fluidextract, 189
syrup, 189
tincture, 189
Santal and saw palmetto tincture, 187
oil, 146
Santalum album, 189
rubrum, 189
Santalwood oil (Oleum santali), 146
Santonin, 189
and calomel troches (Trochisci santonini compositi), 190
troches, 189
troches, compound, 190
Sapo, 190
mollis, 190
Sarsaparilla, 191
decoction, compound, 191
fluidextract, 191
root (Sarsaparilla), 191
syrup, compound, 191
Sassafras, 191
and opium mixture, 150
medulla, 191
oil, 147
pith, 191
pith, mucilage, 191
Saw palmetto and santal tincture, 187
palmetto berries (Sabal), 187
palmetto, fluidextract (Fluidextractum sabal), 187
Scammony, aloes and mercury pills, compound, 21
resin, 192
root, 192
Scilla, 192
Scoparius, 193
fluidextract, 193
Scopolamine bromide (Scopolaminae hydrobromidum), 193
hydrobromide, 193
Scutellaria, 193
fluidextract, 193
Secale cornutum (Ergota), 82
Sedative water (Lotio ammoniacalis camphorata), 25
Seidlitz powder (Pulvis effervescens compositus), 172
Seneca snakeroot (Senega), 194
Senecio, 193
fluidextract, 194
Senega, 194
fluidextract, 194
snakeroot (Senega), 194
syrup, 194
Senna, 194
Alexandria, or Indian senna (Senna), 194
confection, 194
fluidextract, 194
infusion, compound, 194
India, or Alexandria senna (Senna), 194
syrup, 195
syrup, aromatic, 195
syrup, compound, 195
Serpentaria, 195
tincture, 195
Serum, antidiphtheric, 196
antidiphtheric, dried, 196
antidiphtheric, purified, 196
antitetanic, 196
antitetanic, dried, 197
antitetanic, purified, 196
fluidextract, 195
Sesame oil, 147
Seven-barks (Hydrangea), 108
Sevum benzoinatum, 197
praeparatum, 197
Sherry wine, 227
Short buchu, 44
Siliceous earth, purified, 219
Silver nitrate, 32
nitrate, fused (Argenti nitras fusus), 33
nitrate, molded, 33
oxide, 33
Simple cerate (Ceratum), 59
elixir (Elixir aromaticum), 18
ointment (Unguentum), 15
syrup (Syrupus), 188
Sinapis alba, 197
nigra, 197
Sirup (Syrupus), 188
Skullcap (Scutellaria), 193
Slippery elm (Ulmus), 223
Smallpox vaccine (Virus vaccinicum), 227
Smith's solution of bromine (Liquor bromi), 43
Smyrna galls (Galla), 98
Snake-root, black (Cimicifuga), 63
Canada (Asarum), 34
black, fluidextract (Fluidextractum cimicifuga), 63
Texas (Serpentaria), 195
Virginia (Serpentaria), 195
Soap, 190
green, tincture (Linimentum saponis mollis), 190
liniment, 190
liniment, camphorated, 190
plaster, 190
soft, 190
soft, liniment, 190
soft, liniment, compound, 190
white castile (Sapo), 190
Soap-tree bark (Quillaja), 176
Soda and mint solution, 199
and rhubarb mixture (Mistura rhei composita), 183
baking (Sodii bicarbonas), 199
caustic (Sodii hydroxidum), 203
chlorinata, 197
cum calce, 198
mint (Liquor sodae et Menthae), 199
solution (Liquor sodii hydroxidi), 204
with lime, 198
Sodio-benzoate, caffeine, 45
Sodio-salicylate, caffeine, 45
Sodium acetate, 198
and calcium glycerophosphates elixir, 47
and calcium hypophosphites syrup, 48
arsenate, 198
arsenate, exsiccated, 198
arsenate solution, 198
arsenate solution, Pearson's, 198
benzoate, 198
benzosulphinide, 199
bicarbonate, 199
bicarbonate troches, 200
borate, 200
borate and rose honey, 200
borate honey, 200
borate solution, compound, 200
boro-benzoate, 201
bromide, 201
bromide elixir, 201
cacodylate, 201
carbonate, monohydrated, 201
chloride, 201
chloride and gold, 37
chloride, physiological solution, 202
citrate, 202
citrate and manganese (Mangani citras solubilis), 130
citrate solution, 202
citro-tartrate, effervescent solution, 202
cyanide, 202
glycerinophosphate (Sodii glycerophosphas), 203
glycerophosphate, 203
glycerophosphate solution, 203
hydrate (Sodii hydroxidum), 203
hydroxide, 203
hydroxide solution, 204
hypophosphite, 204
hypophosphite elixir, 204
hypophosphite syrup, 204
hyposulphite (Sodii thiosulphas), 207
indigotindisulphonate, 204
iodide, 204
nitrate, 204
perborate, 205
phenolsulphonate, 205
phosphate, 205
phosphate, effervescent, 206
phosphate, exsiccated, 205
phosphate solution, compound, 205
pyroborate (Sodii boras), 200
saccharin (Sodii benzosulphinidum), 199
salicylate, 206
salicylate elixir, 206
salicylate elixir, compound, 206
sulphate, 206
sulphite, exsiccated, 207
sulphocarbolate (Sodii phenolsulphonas), 205
tartrate and bismuth, 41
tartrate and potassium, 171
tetraborate (Sodii boras), 200
thiosulphate, 207
Soft soap, 190
soap liniment, 190
soap liniment, compound, 190
zinc glycerogelatin, 229
zinc paste, 229
zinc paste, Unna's, (Pasta zinci mollis), 229
Solanum, 207
fluidextract, 208
Solid extracts (Extracta), 85
opodeldoc (Linimentum saponato-camphoratum), 190
petrox (Petroxolinum spissum), 159
Solidified copaiba (Massa copaibae), 73
Soluble antiseptic powder, 231
cocoa (Cacao praeparata), 44
ferric citrate (Ferri et ammonii citras), 87
ferric oxide (Ferri oxidum saccharatum), 91
ferric phosphate (Ferric phosphas), 91
ferric pyrophosphate (Ferri pyrophosphas), 92
gun cotton (Pyroxylinum), 175
iron and quinine citrate (Ferri et quininae citras), 88
manganese citrate, 130
manganese glycerophosphate, 130
manganous glycerinophosphate (Mangani glycerophosphas solubilis),
130
oxide of iron syrup (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis), 91
saccharated iron syrup, 91
saccharin (Sodii benzosulphinidum), 199
Solution
See also under Liquor
antiseptic, 7
antiseptic, alkaline, 169
Boulton's (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
Burow's (Liquor, alumini acetatis), 23
Channing's (Liquor hydrargyri et potassii iodidi), 110
coal tar, 165
deodorant (Liquor zinci et ferri compositus), 231
Dobell's (Liquor Sodii boratis compositus), 200
Donovan's (Liquor arseni et hydrargyri iodidi), 33
Fleming's (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
Fowler's (Liquor potassi arsenitis), 168
hydrastine, colorless (Liquor hydrastinae compositus), 113
hydrochloric, of arsenic, 34
Labarraque's (Liquor sodae chlorinatae), 197
Lugol's (Liquor iodi compositus), 118
Monsel's (Liquor ferri subsulphatis), 93
normal salt (Liquor sodii chloridi physiologicus), 202
of acid phosphates (Liquor phosphatum acidus), 11
of albuminate of iron, 94
of aluminum acetate, 23
of aluminum acetico-tartrate, 24
of aluminum subacetate, 24
of ammonia, anisated (Spiritus ammoniae anisatus), 25
of ammonium acetate, 25
of ammonium citrate, 27
of arsenic chloride (Liquor acidi arsenosi), 34
of arsenic, Clemens', 168
of arsenous acid (Liquor acidi arsenosi), 34
of arsenous and mercuric iodide, 33
of basic ferric sulphate (Liquor subsulphatis), 93
of bismuth, 42
of bromine, 43
of bromine, Smith's (Liquor bromi), 43
of calcium hydroxide, 52
of carmine, 56
of chlorinated potassa, 167
of chlorinated soda, 197
of chlorine, compound, 62
of cresol, compound, 75
of ferric acetate, 85
of ferric chloride, 86
of ferric citrate, 87
of ferric hypophosphite, 89
of ferric nitrate, 91
of ferric oxychloride, 91
of ferric oxysulphate, 91
of ferric salicylate, 206
of ferric subsulphate, 93
of ferric sulphate, 94
of ferrous chloride, 92
of formaldehyde, 96
of glycerophosphates, compound (Elixir glycerophosphatum compositum),
203
of gold and arsenic bromide, 7
of gutta percha, 106
of hydrastine, compound, 113
of hydrogen dioxide, 115
of hydrogen peroxide (Liquor hydrogenii dioxidi), 115
of hypophosphite of iron (Liquor ferri hypophosphitis), 89
of hypophosphites, 48
of hypophosphites, compound, 48
of hypophysis, 116
of iodine, carbolized (Liquor iodi phenolatus), 118
of iodine, compound, 118
of iodine, phenolated, 118
of iron and ammonium acetate, 25
of iron perchloride (Liquor ferri chloridi), 86
of iron tersulphate (Liquor ferri tersulphatis), 94
of lead subacetate, 167
of lead subacetate, diluted, 167
of magnesium citrate, 128
of magnesium sulphate, effervescent, 129
of mercuric nitrate, 110
of mercury and potassium iodide, 110
of oxysulphuret of calcium (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
of pancreatin, 153
of pepsin, 157
of pepsin, antiseptic, 157
of pepsin, aromatic, 157
of peptonate of iron, 94
of peptonate of iron and manganese, 95
of phosphates, acid, 11
of phosphates, compound, 11
of phosphorus, 161
of pituitary body (Liquor hypophysis), 116
of potassa (Liquor potassii hydroxidi), 172
of potassium arsenate and bromides (Liquor arsenicalis Clemens), 168
of potassium citrate, 171
of potassium hydroxide, 172
of potassium iodohydrargyrate (Liquor hydrargyri et potassii iodidi),
110
of protochloride of iron (Liquor ferri protochloridi), 92
of phosphorus, Thompson's (Liquor phosphori), 161
of soda (Liquor sodii hydroxidi), 204
of soda and mint, 199
of sodium arsenate, 198
of sodium arsenate, Pearson's, 198
of sodium borate, compound, 200
of sodium chloride, physiological, 202
of sodium citrate, 202
of sodium citro-tartrate, effervescent, 202
of sodium glycerophosphate, 203
of sodium hydroxide, 204
of sodium phosphate, compound, 205
of strychnine acetate, 212
of strychnine, Hall's (Liquor strychninae acetatis), 212
of sulphurated lime, 51
of tar, alkaline, 165
of zinc and aluminum, compound, 230
of zinc and iron, compound, 231
of zinc chloride, 229
physiological salt (Liquor sodii chloridi physiologicus), 202
Vleminckx' (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
Solutions, 125
Spanish flies (Cantharis), 54
Sparteine sulphate, 208
Spearmint, 132
oil, 143
spirit, 143
water, 143
Species, 208
ad infusum pectorale (Species pectorales), 22
emollientes, 23
laxativae, 195
pectorales, 22
Spermaceti, 60
Spice powder, rubefacient, 57
Spiced syrup of rhubarb (Syrupus rhei aromaticus), 184
Spigelia, 208
fluidextract, 208
Spignet (Aralia), 32
Spirit of ammonia, anisated, 25
of anise, 138
of ants (Spiritus acidi formici), 8
of bitter almond, 138
of camphor, 53
of cardamon, compound, 140
of chloroform, 62
of cinnamon, 140
of ether, 16
of ether, compound, 16
of formic acid, 8
of glonoin (Spiritus glycerylis nitratis), 102
of glyceryl trinitrate, 102
of juniper, 142
of juniper, compound, 142
of lavender, 142
of lavender, compound (Tinctura lavandulae composita), 142
of mindererus (Liquor ammonii acetatis), 25
of mustard, 147
of myrcia, compound, 145
of nitre, sweet (Spiritus aetheris nitrosi), 17
of nitroglycerin (Spiritus glycerylis nitratis), 102
of nitrous ether, 17
of orange, compound, 138
of peppermint, 143
of spearmint, 143
of vanillin, compound, 224
Spirits, 208
of turpentine (Oleum terebinthinae), 147
of volatile oils, 208
Spiritus amygdalae amarae, 138
aurantii compositus, 138
glycerylis nitratis, 102
menthae piperitae, 143
menthae viridis, 143
odoratus, 139
sinapis, 147
vanillini compositus, 224
Spray, eucalyptol, 83
menthol, 133
menthol, compound, 133
Sprays, 136
Spurred rye (Ergota), 82
Squaw root (Caulophyllum), 59
Squibb's diarrhea mixture (Mistura opii et chloroformi composita), 150
Squill, 192
fluidextract, 192
mercury and digitalis pills, 79
oxymel, 192
syrup, 192
syrup, compound, 192
tincture, 192
vinegar, 192
Squirrel corn (Corydalis), 74
Staphisagria, 209
fluidextract, 209
Star anise oil, 138
grass (Aletris), 19
Starch, 29
glycerite, 29
Stavesacre (Staphisagria), 209
fluidextract (Fluidextractum staphisagria), 209
Stearic acid, 13
Sterilized distilled water, 32
Stili acidi salicylici dilubiles, 12
dilubiles, 209
Stillingia, 209
fluidextract, 209
fluidextract, compound, 209
syrup, compound, 209
Stokes' expectorant, 26
liniment (Linimentum terebinthinae aceticum), 148
Stomach drops (Tinctura amara), 100
Storax, 214
liquid (Styrax), 214
Stramonium, 210
extract, 210
fluidextract, 210
ointment, 210
tincture, 210
Strong resorcinol paste, 182
Stronger ammonia water, 25
orange flower water, 37
pills of iron, quinine, strychnine and arsenic, 95
resorcinol, paste, Lassar's (Pasta resorcinolis fortis), 182
rose water, 185
tincture of iodine, 119
Strontium bromide, 210
carbonate, 210
iodide, 210
salicylate, 211
Strophanthin, 211
Strophanthus, 211
tincture, 211
Strychni semen (Nux vomica), 136
tinctura (Tinctura nucis vomicae), 137
Strychnine, 212
acetate, 212
acetate solution, 212
and quinine valerate elixir, 181
belladonna and aloin pills, 22
belladonna and aloin pills, compound, 22
calisaya alkaloidal, and iron elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri et strychninae), 213
cinchona alkaloids, and iron elixir, 213
cinchona alkaloids, iron and bismuth elixir, 213
ferric pyrophosphate, and quinine, elixir, 93
glycerinophosphate (Strychninae glycerophosphas), 212
glycerophosphate, 212
iron and quinine elixir, 87
iron and quinine, syrup of the phosphates of, 92
iron, quinine and arsenic pills, stronger, 95
iron, calisaya, alkaloidal, and bismuth, elixir
(Elixir cinchonae alkaloidorum, ferri, bismuthi et strychninae),
213
nitrate, 213
pepsin, and bismuth elixir, 212
quinine and phosphates syrup, 179
quinine, iron and arsenic pills, mild, 95
solution, Hall's (Liquor strychninae acetatis), 212
sulphate, 213
valerate, 213
valerate elixir, 214
Styptic collodion, 13
cotton, 86
Stypticin (Cotarninae hydrochloridum), 74
Styrax, 214
Subchloride of mercury (Hydrargyri chloridum mite), 109
Sublimed sulphur, 215
Succus citri, 214
citri et pepsinum, 157
limettae cum pepsino (Succus citri et pepsinum), 157
pomorum, 214
Sucrose (Saccharum), 187
Suet, benzoinated, 197
mutton (Sevum praeparatum), 197
prepared, 197
Sugar, 187
of lead (Plumbi acetas), 165
of milk, 188
Sulphocarbolate zinc (Zinci phenolsulphonas), 230
Sulphonal (Sulphonmethanum), 214
Sulphonethylmethane, 214
Sulphonmethane, 214
Sulphur and cream of tartar troches
(Trochisci sulphuris et potassii bitartratis), 215
and potassium bitartrate troches, 215
flowers (Sulphur sublimatum), 215
iodide, 216
liver (Potassa sulphurata), 168
lotum, 215
milk (Sulphur praecipitatum), 215
ointment, 215
ointment, alkaline, 215
ointment, compound, 216
precipitated, 215
sublimed, 215
washed, 215
Sulphurated antimony, 30
lime (Calcii sulphidum crudum), 50
lime solution, 51
petrox (Petroxolinum sulphuratum), 215
petrox, compound (Petroxolinum sulphuratum compositum), 215
potassa, 168
zinc paste, 230
zinc paste, Unna's (Pasta zinci sulphurata), 230
Sulphuric acid, 13
aromatic, 13
diluted, 13
Sumac berries (Rhus glabra), 185
Sumbul, 216
extract, 216
fluidextract, 216
tincture, 216
Sun cholera mixture (Mistura opii et rhei composita), 150
Sundew (Drosera), 80
Suppositories, 216
of boroglycerin, 101
of glycerin, 101
Suprarenal glands, desiccated (Suprarenalum siccum), 216
dried, 216
Sweet almond (Amygdala dulcis), 28
almond oil (Oleum amygdalae expressum), 138
bark (Cascarilla), 58
birch oil (Methylis salicylas), 133
clover, yellow (Melilotus), 132
orange oil (Oleum aurantii), 138
orange peel, 36
orange peel, tincture, 37
spirit of nitre (Spiritus aetheris nitrosi), 17
tincture of rhubarb, 185
Sweetwood bark (Cascarilla), 58
Sydenham's laudanum (Tinctura opii crocata), 152
Syrup, 188
hive (Syrupus scillae compositus), 192
Jackson's pectoral (Syrupus morphinae et acaciae), 134
of acacia, 5
of actaea, compound (Syrupus cimicifugae compositus), 64
of althaea, 22
of ammonium hypophosphite, 27
of asarum, compound, 34
of blackberry fruit, 186
of bloodroot (Syrupus sanguinariae), 189
of buckthorn berries (Syrupus rhamni cathartica), 183
of calcium and sodium hypophosphites, 48
of calcium hydrochlorophosphate, 50
of calcium hypophosphite, 48
of calcium iodide, 49
of calcium lactophosphate, 50
of calcium lactophosphate and iron, 50
of cimicifuga, compound, 64
of cinnamon, 66
of citric acid, 8
of codeine, 68
of Dover's powder (Syrupus ipecacuanhae et opii), 151
of eriodictyon, aromatic, 83
of ferric hypophosphite, 89
of ferrous chloride, 92
of ferrous iodide, 90
of figs, compound, 195
of garlic, 19
of ginger, 232
of glycyrrhiza, 103
of hydriodic acid, 9
of hydrochlorophosphates, compound
(Syrupus phosphatum cum quinina et strychnina), 179
of hypophosphites, 48
of hypophosphites, compound, 49
of iodotannin, 118
of ipecac, 119
of ipecac and opium, 151
of iron and manganese iodide, 90
of iron lactophosphate, 90
of krameria, 123
of lactucarium, 123
of licorice (Syrupus glycyrrhizae), 103
of manna, 131
of morphine and acacia, 134
of orange, 36
of orange flowers, 37
of phosphates, compound, 11
of phosphates with quinine and strychnine, 179
of poppy, 153
of protochloride of iron (Syrupus ferri protochloridi), 92
of quinine, 177
of quinidine, bitterless (Syrupus quinidinae), 177
of raspberry, 186
of rhamnus cathartica, 183
of rhubarb, aromatic, 184
of rhubarb, spiced (Syrupus rhei aromaticus), 184
of rose, 186
of rubus, 187
of saccharated oxide of iron (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis),
91
of sanguinaria, 189
of sarsaparilla, compound, 191
of senega, 194
of senna, 195
of senna, compound, 195
of sodium hypophosphite, 204
of soluble oxide of iron (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis), 91
of soluble saccharated iron, 91
of squill, 192
of squill, compound, 192
of stillingia, compound, 209
of tar, 165
of the bromides, 170
of the phosphates of iron, quinine and strychnine, 92
of tolu, 37
of white pine, compound, 164
of white pine with morphine, compound, 135
of wild cherry, 174
of yerba santa, aromatic (Syrupus eriodictyi aromaticus), 83
simple (Syrupus), 188
Syrups, 217
Syrupus
See also under Syrup
allii, 19
aurantii, 36
aurantii florum, 37
bromidorum, 170
corrigens (Syrupus eriodictyi aromaticus), 83
ferri oxydati solubilis (Syrupus ferri saccharati solubilis), 91
ferri protochloridi, 92
ferri, quininae et strychninae phosphatum, 92
ferri saccharati solubilis, 91
papaveris, 153
pectoralis (Syrupus morphinae et acaciae), 134
phosphatum compositum, 11
phosphatum cum quinina et strychnina
(See under Quininae hydrochloridum), 12
phosphatum cum quininae et strychnina, 179
picis liquidae, 165
pini strobi compositus, 164
pini strobi compositus (Syrupus pini strobi compositus cum morphina),
135
pini strobi compositus cum morphina, 135
pruni virginianae, 174
rhei et potassii compositus (Mistura rhei alkalina), 183
rubi, 187
rubi fructi, 186
rubi idaei, 186
scillae, 192
spinae cervinae (Syrupus rhamni catharticae), 183
stillingiae compositus, 209
zingiberis, 232
Syrupy glucose (Glucosum), 101
Talc, boro-salicylated powder (Pulvis talci compositus), 12
powder, compound, 12
purified, 217
Tamarind, 217
Tannic acid, 13
glycerite, 13
ointment, 14
troches, 13
Tannin (Acidum tannicum), 13
glycerite (Glyceritum acidii tannici), 13
Tar, 164
birch, rectified oil, 139
coal, 165
glycerite, 165
mixture (Mistura olei picis), 145
oil, mixture, 145
oil, rectified (Oleum picis liquidae rectificatum), 145
ointment, 165
ointment, compound, 146
petrox (Petroxolinum picis), 145
pine (Pix liquida), 164
solution, alkaline, 165
solution, coal, 165
syrup, 165
wine, 165
Taraxacum, 217
elixir, compound, 217
extract, 218
fluidextract, 218
Tartar, cream of (Potassi bitartras), 169
cream of, and sulphur troches
(Trochisci sulphuris et potassii bitartratis), 215
emetic (Antimonii et potassii tartras), 30
Tartaric acid, 14
Tartrated antimony (Antimonii et Potassii tartras), 30
Tasteless tincture of ferri chloride (Tinctura ferri citro-chloridi),
87
tincture of iron (Tinctura ferri citro-chloridi), 87
Tea, breast (Species pectorales), 22
Teaberry, oil (Methylis salicylas), 133
Teel oil (Oleum sesami), 147
Terebene, 218
Terebinthina, 218
laricis, 218
Terpin hydrate, 218
hydrate and codeine elixir, 68
hydrate and diacetylmorphine elixir, 78
hydrate elixir, 218
Terra silicea purificata, 219
Tetanus antitoxic globulins (Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
antitoxin (Serum antitetanicum), 196
antitoxin, concentrated (Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
antitoxin, dried (Serum antitetanicum siccum), 197
antitoxin, refined and concentrated
(Serum antitetanicum purificatum), 196
Texas snakeroot (Serpentaria), 195
Theine (Caffeina), 45
Theobroma, oil, 148
Theocin (Theophyllina), 219
Theophylline, 219
Theobromine sodio-salicylate, 219
Thompson's solution of phosphorus (Liquor phosphori), 161
Thomsonian number six (Tinctura capsici et myrrhae), 55
Thoroughwort (Eupatorium), 84
Three bromides elixir, 26
Thuja, 219
fluidextract, 220
Thyme, 220
fluidextract, 220
oil, 148
Thymol, 220
iodide, 220
spray, 220
Thyroid glands, desiccated (Thyroideum siccum), 220
Thyroids, dried, 220
Tinctura
See also under Tincture
amara, 100
aurantii amari, 36
aurantii dulcis, 37
cinchonae composita, 65
coto (Tinctura paracoto), 154
croci, 76
delphinii, 78
ferri malatis crudi (Tinctura ferri pomata), 90
ferri pomata, 90
gallae, 98
humuli, 108
limonis corticis, 124
moschi, 135
pectoralis, 152
persionis, 157
persionis composita, 157
pimpinellae, 164
rhei, 184
rhei aquosa, 184
rhei aromatica, 184
rhei dulcis, 185
rhei et gentianae, 185
rhei vinosa (Vinum rhei compositum), 185
sabal et santali, 187
saponis viridis composita, 190
zingiberis, 232
Tincturae aethereae, 221
herbarum recentium (Tincturae medicamentorum recentium), 221
medicamentorum recentium, 221
Tincture, antiperiodic (Tinctura antiperiodica), 177
antiperiodic, without aloes, 178
aromatic, 66
Bestuscheff's (Tinctura ferri chloridi aetherea), 87
bitter, 100
of aconite, 15
of aloes, 21
of aloes and myrrh, 21
of arnica, 33
of asafetida, 34
of belladonna leaves, 38
of benzoin, 39
of benzoin, compound, 39
of bitter orange peel, 36
of bloodroot (Tinctura sanguinariae), 189
of bryonia, 44
of cactus grandiflorus, 45
of calabar bean (Tinctura physostigmatis), 162
of calendula, 51
of calumba, 51
of cannabis, 54
of cantharides, 55
of capsicum, 55
of capsicum and myrrh, 55
of caramel, 55
of cardamon, 56
of cardamon, compound, 56
of cimicifuga, 64
of cinchona, 65
of cinchona, compound, 65
of cinnamon, 66
of cocculus indicus, 67
of colchicum seed, 70
of crude malate of iron (Tinctura ferri pomata), 90
of cubeb, 76
of cudbear, 157
of cudbear, compound, 157
of digitalis, 79
of Dover's powder (Tinctura ipecacuanhae et opii), 152
of ergot, ammoniated, 82
of ferrated extract of apples, 90
of ferric chloride, 86
of ferric chloride, ethereal, 87
of ferric chloride, tasteless (Tinctura ferri citro-chloridi), 87
of ferric citro-chloride, 87
of ferric citro-chloride with gentian (Elixir gentianae et ferri),
87
of gambir, compound, 98
of gelsemium, 99
of gentian, compound, 100
of ginger, 232
of golden seal (Tinctura hydrastis), 114
of green soap (Linimentum saponis mollis), 190
of guaiac, 105
of guaiac, ammoniated, 105
of guaiac, compound, 105
of guaiac, Dewees' (Tinctura guaiaci composita), 105
of henbane (Tinctura hyoscyami), 115
of hops, 108
of hydrastis, 114
of hyoscyamus, 115
of ignatia, 116
of iodine, 118
of iodine, Churchill's (Tinctura iodi fortior), 119
of iodine, decolorized, 118
of iodine, stronger, 119
of ipecac and opium, 152
of iron, tasteless (Tinctura ferri citro-chloridi), 87
of jalap, 120
of jalap, compound, 120
of jamaica ginger (Tinctura zingiberis), 232
of kino, 122
of kino and opium, compound, 122
of kino, compound (Tinctura kino et opii composita), 122
of krameria, 123
of lactucarium, 124
of larkspur, 78
of lavender, compound, 142
of lemon peel, 124
of lobelia, 127
of musk, 135
of myrrh, 136
of nutgall, 98
of nux vomica, 137
of opium, 152
of opium, camphorated, 152
of opium, deodorized, 152
of opium with saffron, 152
of pale catechu, compound (Tinctura gambir composita), 98
of paracoto, 154
of passion flower, 155
of pellitory (Tinctura pyrethri), 175
of pimpinella, 164
of physostigma, 162
of pulsatilla, 175
of pyrethrum, 175
of quassia, 176
of quillaja, 177
of rhubarb, 184
of rhubarb and gentian, 185
of rhubarb, aqueous, 184
of rhubarb, aromatic, 184
of rhubarb, sweet, 185
of saffron, 76
of sanguinaria, 189
of saw palmetto and santal, 187
of serpentaria, 195
of squill, 192
of stramonium, 210
of strophanthus, 211
of sumbul, 216
of sweet orange peel, 37
of tolu, 38
of valerian, 224
of valerian, ammoniated, 224
of vanilla, 224
of veratrum viride, 225
of viburnum, compound, 226
of zedoary, bitter, 228
of zedoary, compound (Tinctura zedoariae amara), 228
pectoral, 152
stomachic (Tinctura amara), 100
Warburg's (Tinctura antiperiodica), 177
Warburg's, without aloes (Tinctura antiperiodica sine aloe), 178
Tinctures, 221
ethereal, 221
of fresh drugs, 221
Tobacco, Indian (Lobelia), 126
Tolu balsam (Balsamum Tolutanum), 37
syrup, 37
tincture, 38
Tonquin musk (Moschus), 135
Toxitabellae, 221
hydrargyri chloridi corrosivi, 109
Tragacanth, 221
glycerite, 221
mucilage, 221
Trichloracetic acid, 14
fluidextract, 222
Trillium, 222
fluidextract, 222
Trinitrin (Glycerylis nitras), 101
Trinitrophenol, 222
Trional (Sulphonethylmethanum), 214
Trioxymethylene (paraformaldehydum), 154
Triplex pills (Pilulae aloes, hydrargyri et podophylli), 21
Francis' (Pilulae aloes, hydrargyri et scammonii compositae), 21
Triticum, 222
fluidextract, 222
Trituration of elaterin, 81
Triturations, 222
Troches, 223
of ammonium chloride, 27
of charcoal, 56
of cubeb, 76
of elm, 223
of gambir, 99
of peppermint, 143
of phenolphthalein, 160
of potassium chlorate, 171
of quinine tannate, 181
of santonin, 189
of santonin and calomel (Trochisci santonini compositi), 190
of santonin, compound, 190
of sodium bicarbonate, 200
of sulphur and cream of tartar
(Trochisci sulphuris et potassii bitartratis), 215
of sulphur and potassium bitartrate, 215
of tannic acid, 13
Trochisci, 223
carbonis ligni, 56
menthae piperitae, 143
ulmi, 223
Turkey corn (Corydalis), 74
Turnera (Damiana), 77
Turnerae, fluidextractum (Fluidextractum damianae), 77
Turner's cerate (Unguentum calaminae), 46
Turpentine, 218
larch (Terebinthina laricis), 218
liniment, 148
liniment, acetic, 148
oil (Oleum Terebinthinae), 147
oil, emulsion, 148
oil, rectified (Oleum terebinthinae rectificatum), 147
petrox, venice (Petroxolinum terebinthinae laricis), 218
petroxolin, Venice, 218
spirits (Oleum terebinthinae), 147
Venice, 218
Tussilago leaves (Farfara), 85
Ulmus, 223
Unguentumi
See also under Ointment
creosoti salicylatum extensum (Mulla creosoti salicylata), 12
fuscum, 53
gallae, 98
hydrargyri, 112
hydrargyri ammoniati, 113
hydrargyri chloridi corrosivi extensum
(Mulla hydrargyri chloridi corrosivi), 109
hydrargyri dilutum, 112
hydrargyri nitratis, 111
hydrargyri oxidi flavi, 111
hydrargyri oxidi rubri, 111
matris (Unguentum fuscum), 53
picis compositum, 146
picis liquidae, 165
salicylatum extensum (Mulla acidi salicylici), 12
zinci carbonatis crudi (Unguentum calaminae), 46
zinci extensum (Mulla zinci), 229
zinci oxidi, 230
zinci stearatis, 230
Unicorn root (Aletris), 19
Unna pencils (Stili dilubiles), 209
Unna's soft zinc paste (Pasta zinci mollis), 229
sulphurated zinc paste (Pasta zinci sulphurata), 230
Uranium nitrate, 223
Uranyl nitrate (Uranii nitras), 223
Urea chloride and quinine (Quininae et ureae hydrochloridum), 178
hydrochloride and quinine, 178
Urethane (Aethylis carbamas), 17
Urisol (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Uritone (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Urotropine (Hexamethylenamina), 107
Uva ursi, 223
fluidextract, 223
Vaccine, Jennerian (Virus vaccinicum), 227
smallpox (Virus vaccinicum), 227
virus, 227
virus, glycerinated (Virus vaccinicum), 227
Valerian, 224
fluidextract, 224
tincture, 224
tincture, ammoniated, 224
Vallet's mass (Massa ferri carbonatis), 85
Vanilla, 224
bean (Vanilla), 224
tincture, 224
Vanillin, 224
elixir, compound, 224
spirit, compound, 224
Vegetable cathartic pills, 71
Venice turpentine, 218
turpentine petrox (Petroxolinum terebinthinae laricis), 218
turpentine petroxolin, 218
Veratria (Veratrina), 225
Veratrine, 225
ointment, 225
oleate, 225
Veratrum viride, 225
viride fluidextract, 225
viride tincture, 225
Verbasci flores, 225
Verbena, 226
fluidextract, 226
Vermuth (Absinthium), 5
Vesicating collodion (Collodium cantharidatum), 54
Viburnum, (Viburnum prunifolium), 227
opulus, 226
opulus elixir, compound, 226
opulus fluidextract, 226
prunifolium, 227
prunifolium elixir, 227
prunifolium extract, 227
prunifolium extract, powdered (Extractum viburni prunifolii), 227
prunifolium fluidextract, 227
tincture, compound, 226
Vichy salt, artificial, 199
artificial, effervescent, 200
with lithium, effervescent artificial, 200
Villate's mixture (Mistura adstringens), 77
Vina, 227
Vinegar, aromatic, 142
of opium, 149
of squill, 192
Vinegars (Aceta), 5
Vinum
See also under Wine
aurantii compositum, 36
carnis, 56
carnis et ferri, 57
fraxini, 97
picis, 165
pruni virginianae, 174
pruni virginianae ferratum, 174
xericum, 227
Virginia snakeroot (Serpentaria), 195
Viride, veratrum, 225
Virus, vaccine, 227
vaccine, glycerinated (Virus vaccinicum), 227
Vleminckx' lotion (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
solution (Liquor calcis sulphuratae), 51
Volatile liniment (Linimentum ammoniae), 25
oil of mustard, 147
oils, spirits, 208
Wahoo bark (Euonymus), 84
Walnut bark, white (Juglans), 120
Warburg's pills (Pilulae antiperiodicae), 180
pills without aloes (Pilulae antiperiodicae sine aloe), 180
tincture (Tinctura antiperiodica), 177
tincture without aloes (Tinctura antiperiodica sine aloe), 178
Washed sulphur, 215
Washes (Lotiones), 127
Water
See also under Aqua
almond, bitter, 137
ammonia, 24
ammonia, stronger, 25
anise, 138
camphor, 53
carbolic acid (Aqua phenolata), 159
chlorine (Liquor chlori compositus), 62
chloroform, 62
cinnamon, 140
creosote, 75
distilled, 32
distilled, sterilized, 32
fennel, 141
hamamelis, 106
javelle (Liquor potassae chlorinatae), 167
lead (Liquor plumbi subacetatis dilutus), 167
lime (Liquor calcis), 52
orange flower, 37
orange flower, stronger, 37
peppermint, 143
phenolated, 159
rose, 185
rose, ointment of, 186
rose, stronger, 185
sedative (Lotio ammoniacalis camphorata), 25
spearmint, 143
witch hazel (Aqua hamamelidis), 106
Waters, aromatic, 32
White agaric (Agaricus), 18
arsenic (Arseni trioxidum), 33
ash bark, 97
ash, wine, 97
castile soap (Sapo), 190
dextrin, 78
lead (Plumbi carbonas), 166
mustard, 197
oak bark (Quercus), 176
petrolatum, 158
petroleum jelly (Petrolatum album), 158
pine bark, 164
pine syrup, compound, 164
pine with morphine syrup, compound, 135
precipitate (Hydrargyrum ammoniatum), 113
precipitate ointment (Unguentum hydrargyri ammoniati), 113
sandal wood (Santalum album), 189
walnut bark (Juglans), 120
wax, 59
Wild black cherry (Prunus virginiana), 174
chamomile (Matricaria), 131
cherry, 174
cherry and cod liver oil emulsion, 144
cherry, fluidextract, 174
cherry infusion, 174
cherry syrup, 174
cherry wine, 174
cherry wine, ferrated, 174
ginger (Asarum), 34
indigo root (baptisia), 38
yam root (Dioscorea), 79
Wilkinson's ointment (Unguentum
sulphuris compositum), 216
Wine, iron and beef (Vinum carnis et ferri), 57
of antimony, 30
of beef, 56
of beef and iron, 57
of citrate of iron (Vinum ferri), 88
of colchicum corm, 69
of colchicum seed, 70
of ipecac, 119
of iron, 88
of iron, bitter, 88
of orange, compound, 36
of pepsin, 157
of rhubarb, compound, 185
of tar, 165
of white ash, 97
of wild cherry, 174
of wild cherry, ferrated, 174
pepsin (Vinum pepsini), 157
sherry, 227
Wines, 227
Wintergreen oil (Methylis salicylas), 133
Witch hazel (Hamamelis), 106
extract, distilled (Aqua hamamelidis), 106
leaves (Hamamelidis folia), 106
water (Aqua hamamelidis), 106
Wood charcoal, 55
Wool fat (Adeps lanae), 15
fat, hydrous, 16
Wormseed, American oil (Oleum chenopodii), 140
Wormwood (Absinthium), 5
Xanthoxylum, 228
fluidextract, 228
fructus, 228
Yeast, compressed, 60
Yellow cinchona (Cinchona), 64
dock (Rumex), 187
gentian root (Gentiana), 99
iodide of mercury (Hydrargyri iodidum flavum), 110
jasmine root (Gelsemium), 99
jessamine (Gelsemium), 99
lotion, 111
mercuric oxide, 111
mercuric oxide ointment, 111
mercurous iodide, 110
mustard (Sinapis alba), 197
Peruvian bark (Cinchona), 64
sweet clover (Melilotus), 132
wash (Lotio flava), 111
wax, 59
Yerba santa (Eriodictyon), 83
elixir, aromatic (Elixir eriodictyi aromaticum), 83
syrup, aromatic (Syrupus eriodictyi aromaticus), 83
Zea, 228
fluidextract, 228
Zedoary, 228
tincture, bitter, 228
tincture, compound (Tinctura zedoariae amara), 228
Zinc, 231
acetate, 229
and aluminum solution, compound, 230
and iron solution, compound, 231
carbonate, precipitated, 229
chloride, 229
chloride, solution, 229
glycerogelatin, firm, 229
glycerogelatin, soft, 229
mull, 229
ointment (Unguentum zinci oxidi), 230
oxide, 229
oxide ointment, 230
paste, 229
paste, Lassar's (Pasta zinci), 229
paste, soft, 229
paste, sulphurated, 230
paste, Unna's soft (Pasta zinci mollis), 229
paste, Unna's sulphurated (Pasta zinci sulphurata), 230
phenolsulphonate, 230
stearate, 230
stearate ointment, 230
sulphate, 230
sulphocarbolate (Zinci phenolsulphonas), 230
valerate, 231
valerate elixir, 231
valerianate (Zinci valeras), 231
Zingiber, 231
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