I CATALOGUE 
O F 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s 
STANDARD 
Medicinal Fluid Extracts 
WITH FORMULAE, 
poSE J^IST. 
Laboratory, corner Henry and Clifford Streets, 
OFFICE, 374 CASS AVENUE, 
DETROIT, - - MICHIGAN. 
DETROIT: 
The Daily Post Book and Job Pnntipg Establishment. 
1869. Hervey C. Parke. Geo. S. Davis. Aug. F. Jennings, M. D, 
jJENNINGS 8j j^O., 
Successors to 
DUFFIELD, PARKE & CO., 
Manufacturing Chemists. 
FLUID EXTRACTS, 
Aq. Ammonia, Spirits Nitre Dulc., Ethers, &c. 
Office, 374 Cass Avenue, 
Laboratory—Corner Henry and Clifford Streets, 
DETROIT, - - MICHIGAN. Jh. N TO j^HYSICIANS. 
We have increased our facilities for manufacturing our improved Fluid 
Extracts, and are prepared to supply the trade in quantities as desired. The 
drugs are carefully selected, both as regards freshness and quality, and none 
but the best are used. In preparing these Fluid Extracts, we have adapted 
the latest improvements in machinery to our process, by which we can 
manufacture more economically, and at as low a price as any of our com- 
petitors. None but the most experienced men are employed in the Labora- 
tory, and all under the immediate supervision of Dr. AUG. F. JENNINGS. 
Our standard is that of the U. S. Pharmacopoeia (see heading of dose 
list), at an extra expense, without charging the advance that certain other 
narties have done. We have adapted our process to peculiar apparatus of 
our own contrivance, by which we avoid the use of heat in any manner, and 
are enabled to obtain a Fluid Extract, without loss or change of any of its 
volatile or other principles, and which is a true representative of the drug 
itself in every medicinal property. 
In view of these facts, that we offer improved and really reliable and 
uniform articles, we ask the interest and influence of the profession. In 
comparing with other manufactures, please consider carefully the difference 
in strength, standard, and mode of preparation. 
Any physician so disposed can effect an introduction of these prepara- 
tions, by recommending them to the druggists and assuring them of his 
patronage. If any hesitancy is felt from want of a personal trial of 
their merits, we would refer to the testimonials of the leading physicians, 
who have carefully and impartially tested them. 
Specify PARKE, JENNINGS & CO.’S on Prescriptions, and be certain 
that no other is supplied. 
In conclusion we would thank our friends for the encouragement already 
given us, and assure them that we shall always endeavor to merit it, by 
adhering carefully to our motto—“ Medicamenta Vera." 
PARKE, JENNINGS & CO. FLUID EXTRACTS. 
Previous to the adoption by the U. S. Pharmacopoeia, in 1850, of 
the Medicinal Fluid Extracts as a distinct class, Physicians were for 
the most part dependent for the vegetable remedies on the tinctures? 
decoctions and infusions, as prepared by the druggists, or upon the 
crude drug itself. The large and nauseous doses required of these 
| preparations, and their variable strength, rendered it very desirable 
that solutions should be of such strength as would materially reduce 
the dose, and at the same time so carefully prepared as to ensure uni- 
formity. The need of more concentrated preparations, prepared from 
the purest drugs, and of uniform virtue, led to the introduction of Fluid 
Extracts, which are in reality but concentrated tinctures. The Fluid Ex- 
tract of Sarsaparilla was the only one previous to 1850, directed either 
in our own officinal code, or by the British Colleges. In the last edition 
| of the U. S. Pharmacopoeia the number has been increased to 25. 
The standard has been fixed, with two exceptions, at 1 6 troy ounces 
I of the drug to the pint, which assists in the memory of the dose, as 
! a minim of the extract is equivalent to one grain of the crude 
drug. But Physicians have long complained of the general unre- 
j liability of the Medicinal Fluid Extracts in common use. This is 
due mainly to excessive use of heat, carelessness in preparation, or 
the selection of inferior drugs. The last issue of the U. S. Pharma- 
j copceia recommends for the manufacture of Fluid Extracts a process 
consisting of percolation, and subsequent evaporation of the resulting 
weak product to the required strength. When this mode is con- 
ducted carefully, and on a small scale, reliable Fluid Extracts can, 
and have been made. But where it is applied to the manufacture 8 
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on a large scale, the general result is different. Every pharmaceutist 
understands the difficulty of conducting percolation properly, even 
when careful individual attention is given to it. To avoid the exces- 
sive use of heat, large manufacturers have adopted several plans, 
among which the most common in use is the vacuo evaporation, 
which purports to reduce the boiling point of the mixture to such a 
degree, that the heat which is employed cannot injure the most deli- 
cate of the active principles. Of the truth of this statement, and the 
practicability of the plan, we will only point to the testimony of 
physicians who have used them. These Fluid Extracts are apt to 
differ from the crude drug in many properties, principally in the loss of 
the volatile principles, or their change by chemical fermentation. 
They are thick in consistence, and uniformly dark colored The 
density is due to the inert mucilaginous properties, and the color to 
exposure and the use of heat. Many persons thoughtlessly judge of 
the strength of a fluid extract by its appearance, reasoning that 
strength is indicated by a dark color and a dense consistence. On 
the contrary, the most concentrated solution of the active principles 
of a vegetable drug will be, to a certain extent, colorless and thin. 
For instance, a pint solution of all that is valuable as medicine in 
a pound of the Strychnos Nux Vomica will be nearly colorless. 
It has been our desire to employ a process which may be utilized 
on a large scale, yet yield reliable preparations. Our plan, which we 
have had in use for the last two years, and of late greatly improved, 
has proved eminently practicable, as the high reputation which our 
extracts have gained throughout the West has demonstrated. Wc 
neither percolate nor use heat, in any form ’whatever. The drug is 
ground to the requisite fineness, and with a proper menstruum is 
carefully macerated in our peculiar apparatus. Then by means of a 
hydraulic press of great power the fluid extract is expressed. The 
resulting product contains the valuable medicinal principles of six- 
teen troy ounces of the ground drug to the pint, and, owing to its Fluid Extracts. 
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alcoholic strength, contains but little of the useless mucilaginous 
matter. It is, consequently, comparatively thin, light colored in 
proportion to the coloring matter which the drug itself contains, and free 
from sediment. 
We put up our Fluid Extracts neatly in one and five pound 
bottles. The direction label on the back of each bottle contains a 
description of the properties of the drug, its synonyms, and the for- 
mulae for the composition of the tincture, syrups, etc., directly from 
the extract. For this purpose they are especially adapted, on account 
of their standard strength, and the amount of alcohol they contain. 
PARKE, JENNINGS & CO. TESTIMONIALS. 
The following are a few of the commendatory let- 
ters received from gentlemen of eminence in the 
profession of medicine : 
From PROF. GUSTAV C. E. WEBER, Dean of 
Charity Hospital, Cleveland, O. 
Cleveland, O., January 2,6, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co., Manufacturing Chemists: 
Gentlemen—In reply to your favor I am happy to say that dur- 
ing the past year, both in private and hospital practice, I have made 
use of the different preparations manufactured by your house, and 
have invariably found them perfectly reliable. 
Your Ether, Chloroform and Fluid Extracts have been thor- 
oughly tested in St. Vincent’s Hospital in this city, and their use 
has given complete satisfaction. 
These preparations are, in my opinion, worthy the entire con- 
fidence of the profession. 
Respectfully, 
GUSTAV C. E. WEBER, M. D., 
Surgeon to St. Vincent's Hospital, Dean and Professor of Clinical Surgery, 
Charity Hospital Medical College, Cleveland, Ohio. 12 
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From DR. E. B. STEVENS, 
Cincinnati, February 15, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co. : 
Prof, of Materia Medica in the Miami Medical College of Cincinnati. 
Gentlemen-—It gives me great pleasure to express to you my 
cordial endorsement of your Fluid Extracts. I have tried some of 
them upon myself and with my patients. Several of my medical 
friends have also tested them at my suggestion, and we unite in a 
feeling of satisfaction with their uniform efficiency. 
Very Truly Yours, 
EDWARD B. STEVENS, M. D. 
From DR. J. F. MINER 
Prof, of Special Surgery in the Medical Department of University of Buffalo. 
Buffalo, N. Y., January 27, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co.: 
Gents—I have examined your Fluid Extracts, and have pre- 
scribed them with very satisfactory results. They are certainly very 
elegant preparations, and represent the medicinal properties of the 
original drug. 
I have also observed the. published account of the process by 
which the properties of the drug are obtained, and cannot doubt 
that by it all the medicinal properties may be extracted in unexcep- 
tional form. 
Yours, Etc., 
J. F. MINER, M. D. Testimonials. 
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From DR. J. C. REEVE. 
Dayton, O., January 28, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co.: 
Gentlemen—I cheerfully give my testimony as to the reliability 
of the Fluid Extracts made by your firm. For several years 1 had 
ceased to use or prescribe this class of medicinal agents, being so 
generally disappointed in the effect produced. So far as I have used 
your preparations, they have not in a single case failed. 
I have used your Chloroform exclusively for some time past, 
and shall use no other when it can be obtained. The day is past, 
in my opinion, when much danger may be feared from the use of 
impure chloroform. Yet unpleasant after effects, such as nausea, 
vomiting and headache, depend to a very great degree on (he purity 
of the article. In this respect, I have found yours superior to all 
except one brandy while it is inferior to none. 
I am yours, respectfully, 
J. C. REEVE, M. D. 
Prof, of Materia Medica and of Medical Botany in the St. Louis 
College of Pharmacy. 
St. Louis, Mo., January 25, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co.: 
Gentlemen—I have been using in my practice your improved 
Medicinal Fluid Extracts for some time, and it affords me great 
pleasure in saying that I have found them of most excellent quality 
and of uniform strength. 
Very Truly Yours, 
O. F. POTTER, M. D., Ph. D. 
From DR. O. F. POTTER 14 
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From DR. ASA HORR. 
Dubuque, Iowa, January 29, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co.: 
Gents—It affords me pleasure to say that I have used your 
Fluid Extracts in my practice and found them reliable. 
Very Truly Yours, 
ASA HORR, M. D. 
From DR. ANDREWS, 
Professor of Principles and Practice of Medicine and Microscopy in Detroit 
Medical College, and Physieian to Harper Hospital. 
Detroit, February n, 1869. 
Messrs. Parice, Jennings & Co.: 
Gentlemen—I have been constantly using the articles manu- 
factured by you during the last few years, and have found them 
very reliable, producing with great uniformity the results desired 
from them. I have no doubt that you will continue to exercise the 
same care and diligence in their manufacture, which will ensure 
your success. 
Very Respectfully, 
GEO. P. ANDREWS, M. D. 
From DR. E. W. JENKS. 
President of Faculty and Professor of Obstetrics and Diseases of Women and 
Children in Detroit Medical College, aud Physician to St. Mary's Hospital. 
Detroit, February n, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co.: 
Gentlemen—I fully concur in the opinion of your preparations, 
as expressed by Dr. Andrews. 
Yours Very Truly, 
E. W. JENKS, M. D. Testimonials 
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From DR. HARLOW. 
Detroit, January 27, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co. 
Gentlemen—Having used your Medicinal Fluid Extracts for a 
considerable time in my practice, I can speak from personal know- 
ledge and experience in terms of merited commendation and praise 
of their therapeutic value. Their convenience of form, promptness 
and uniform reliability of action supply a needed desideratum in our 
profession, that truly commends them to the favorable notice of all 
physicians. 
Truly Yours, 
A. HARLOW, M. D. 
From DR. J. ADAMS ALLEN, 
Editor Chicago Medical Journal, and Professor of Principles and Practice of 
Medicine in Rush Medical College. 
Chicago, February 22, 1869. 
Messrs. Parke, Jennings & Co.: 
Gents—I take pleasure in stating that the specimens of Fluid 
Extracts manufactured by you, which I have had an opportunity of 
testing, have proved of excellent quality and entirely reliable. 
I remain respectfully yours, 
J. ADAMS ALLEN, M D., LL. D. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
The undersigned have been accustomed to the use of the Chem- 
icals and Fluid Extracts prepared at the laboratory of Messrs. Dur- 
field, Parke & Co., which they think were fully equal in purity to 
those sold by other manufacturers in the city; and from recent ob- 
servation, they feel warranted in saying that those prepared by the 
new firm of PARKE, JENNINGS & CO. are equally entitled to 
public confidence for excellence and purity. 
Z. PITCHER, M. D., 
D. O. FARRAND, M. D. 
Detroit, February 27, 1869. PARKE, JENNINGS & CO.’S ELIXIR 
OF 
WILD CHERRY AND SOLUBLE IRON. 
(Keep from the light as much as possible.) 
Put up in 16 oz. panel bottles in I doz. boxes. For dispensing in Jgal. 
bottles. 
Each teaspoonful contains the equivalent of one grain 
of pyrophosphate of iron in solution. This is combined 
with the known peculiar tonic effects of the wild cherry 
bark. The difficulty of preparing the above compound 
has been the incompatibility in the ingredients. This we 
have overcome, and offer to the medical profession for 
trial as a combination long looked for and desired, but 
not accomplished until this time. Its medicinal proper- 
ties, in conjunction with its agreeable taste, renders it 
one of the most valuable and popular remedies in those 
cases in which the condition of atony is the prominent 
symptom. 
In prescribing these or other preparations of our manufacture, to 
prevent substitution of inferior articles, please specify PARKE, 
JENNINGS & CO.’S. 18 
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ELIXIR VALERIANATE OF AMMONIA. 
This is an elegant preparation, containing in every 
fluidrachm two grains of the salt. In this Elixir the 
peculiar offensive odor, characteristic of all Valerianates, 
is completely disguised, and the flavor is such that it 
is agreeable to the taste. This preparation is exten- 
sively used and well liked. The Physician can prescribe 
any of the alkaloids in connection with it, as it does not 
contain morphine. 
Put up in 4 oz. bottles in one doz. boxes. 
For dispensing, in i and 5 lb. bottles. 
CHLOROFORM CHEMICALLY PURE. 
CHLOROFORMUM PURIFICATUM, U.S. P., I LB. BOTTLES. 
This article, made by us for four years past, has met 
with the favor and obtained the confidence of our 
medical friends, being always uniform in strength and 
purity. We recommend it as vastly superior to and 
safer than the commercial article offered at low prices 
in the market. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s 
STANDARD 
Medicinal Fluid Extracts, 
Prepared from the PUREST SELECTED DRUGS, manufactured on 
our improved plan, by whieh the Fluid Extract is obtained of full 
strength without the application of any heat whatever. 
sTANnAuni Officinal Extracts—the U. S. Pharmacopoeia. 
| Unofficinal “ —16 Troy oz. of drug to the pint. 
In ordering our Fluid Extracts be particular to specify PARKE, 
JENNINGS & CO.’S, as inferior preparations may be substituted. 
PHYSICIANS' DOSE LIST. 
It is best always to begin with the minimum dose, and repeat. 
FI. Ex. Aconite Root Aconitum Napellus, .... i to 4 gtt 
“ Aconite Leaves 2 to 6 gtt 
“ Angelica Root Angelica Atropurpurea . . J to 13 
“ Avens Root Geum Rivale J to 1 3 
“ Arnica Arnica Montana 10 to 30 gtt 
“ Aromatic 
“ Balmony Chelone Glabra J to 13 
“ Bay berry Myrica Cerifera J to 1 3 
“ Balsam of Fir to x 3 
“ Balm of Gilead -J to 1 3 
“ Barberry Berberis 1 to 2 3 
“ Belladonna Atropa Belladonna 2 to 4 gtt 
“ Beth Root Trillium Pendulum 1 to 23 20 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
FI. Ex. Bitter Root Apocy Andros., io to 30 gtt 
“ BitterSweet Dulcamara 50 to 60 gtt 
“ Black Alder Prinos Verticillatus 1 to 2 3 
“ Blackberry Root Rubus Villosus 4 to 1 3 
“ Black Cohosh Cimicifuga Racemosa. . . to 13 
“ Black Haw Viburnum Prunifolium. . 1 to 2 3 
“ Black Hellebore Helleborus Niger 5 to 20 gtt 
“ Black Pepper Piper Nigrum 10 to 30 gtt 
“ Blood Root Sanguinaria Canadensis. . 10 to 20 gtt 
“ Biue Cohosh Caulophyllum Thai.,. . . .10 to 30gtt 
“ Blue Flag Iris Versicolor 4 to 1 3 
“ Boneset Eupatorium Perfoliatum,. 1 to 2 3 
“ Boxwood Cornus Florida £ to 1 3 
“ Buchu Barcsma Crenata 15 to 30 gtt 
“ Buchu Comp 4 to 1 3 
“ Buckhorn Osmunda 1 to 2 3 
“ Buckthorn Rhamnus Catharticus. . . 4 to 1 3 
“ Bugleweed Lycopus Virginicus 4 to 1 3 
“ Burdock Arctium Lappa 4 to 1 3 
“ Butternut Juglans Cinerea 1 to 3 3 
“ Canella Canella Alba 4 to 1 3 
“ Cassia .. .Cinnamomum 15 to 30 gtt 
“ Cascarilla Croton Eleuteria 4 to 1 3 
“ Catnip Nepeta Cataria 1 to 2 3 
“ Cayenne Capsicum Annuum 5 to 20 gtt 
“ Celandine (Garden). .Chelidon'um Majus .... 4 to 13 
“ Centaury Sabbatia Angularis 4 to 1 3 
“ Chamomile Anti emis Nobilis 4 to 1 3 
Chamomile (German)Matricaria Chamcmilla . . to 1 3 
“ Cherry Bark Prunus Virginiana 2 to 4 3 
“ Cherry Bark, U. S. P. Prunus Virginiana 1 to 2 3 
“ Cinchona, Pale 1 to 2 3 Physicians’ Dose List. 
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‘I. Ext. Cinchona, Calisaya, -4 to 1 3 
“ Cinchona, Comp. U. S. P. . 4 to 1 3 
“ Cinchona, Red 5 to 1 3 
“ Cinchona, “ True i to 13 
“ Cleavers Galium Aparine 1 to 2 3 
“ Colchicum Root 2 to 15 gtt 
“ Colchicum Seed 2 to 1 5 gtt 
“ Columbo to 1 3 
“ Colocyntb Cucuinis Colocynthis ... 5 to 30 gt1 
“ Conium Conium Mac 4 to 20 gtt 
“ Colts Foot Tussilago Farfara 1 to 23 
“ Cotton Root Gossypium 2 to 43 
“ Comfrey Symphytum Officinale... 1 to 23 
“ Cranesbill Geranium Maculatum... 5 to 13 
“ Cramp Bark Viburnum Opulus 5 to 1 3 
u Cubebs i to 1 3 
“ Culvers Root Leptandra Virginica to 1 3 
“ Dandelion Taraxacum 1 to 3 3 
“ Dandelion Compound 1 to 2 3 
“ Dandelion and Senna 1 to 2 3 
“ Dwarf Elder........ Aralia Hispida 1 to 2 3 
“ Ergot (Acetic) U.S.P. Secale Cornutum 30 to 60 gtt 
“ Elecampane Inula Helenium \ to 13 
“ Elder Flowers Sambucus Canadensis ... 1 to 23 
“ Feverfew Pyrethrum Parthenium.. 1 to 2 3 
“ Fireweed Erechthites Hieracifolius. -J-to 13 
“ Foxglove Digitalis Purpurea 5 to 10 gtt 
“ Frostwort Helianthem. Canadensis 5 to 20 gtt 
“ Galls 10 to 20 gtt 
“ Gelseminum Gelseminum Sempervirens 5 to 30 gtt 
“ Gentian Gentiana Lutea 10 to 40 gtt 
“ Gentian Comp A to 1 3 22 
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FI. Ext. Ginger Zingiber Officinale 15 to 30gtt 
“ Golden Seal Hydrastis Canad 20 to 30gtt 
“ Golden Rod Solidago Odora 1 to 2 3 
“ Gold Thread Coptis Trifolia A to 1 3 
“ Gravel Plant Epigea Repens A to 1 3 
“ Hardhack Spiraea Tomentosa A to 1 3 
“ Hop Humulus Lupulus J to 1 3 
“ Horehound Marrubium A to 1 3 
“ Hydrangea Hydrangea Arborescens. . 1 to 2 3 
“ Henbane Hyoscy imus Niger 5 to 20 gtt 
“ Ignatius Bean Ignatius Amara 3 to 10 gtt 
“ Indian Hemp Apocynum Cannabinum. | to 13 
“ Indian Hemp, foreign. Cannabis Indica J- to 13 
“ Indian Hemp, white.. Asclepias Incarnata 10 to 40 gtt 
“ Ipecac Cephaelis Ipecacuanha.. 1 5 to 40 gtt 
“ Ipecac and Seneka A to 1 5 
“ Jalap J to 1 3 
“ Johnswort Hypericum Perforatum., A to 13 
“ Juniper Berries Juniperus C immunis. . . . 1 to 2 3 
“ Ladies Slipper Cypripedium Vulgaris... 1 to 23 
“ Lettuce Latuca to 1 3 
“ Lemon Peel 
“ Life Root Senecio Aureus | to 1 3 
“ Licorice Giycyrrhiza Glabra 1 to 2 3 
“ Liverwort Hepatica Americana ... 1 to 23 
“ Lobelia 3 to 30 gtt 
“ Lobelia Compound 3 to 30 gtt 
“ Logwood Haematoxylon to 1 3 
“ Lupulin 10 to 15 gtt 
“ Lungwort Pulmoneria Officinalis. . . to 13 
“ Mandrake . .Podophyllum . . . 10 to 50 gtt 
“ Mandrake Comp A to 2 3 Physicians’ Dose List. 
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FI. Ext. Matico Piper Angustifolium... . J to 23 
“ Motherwort Leonurus Cardiaca to 1 3 
“ Nux Vomica 5 to 15 gtt 
“ Opium (Aqueous) 10 to 60 gtt 
“ Orange Peel Aurant. Cort to 2 3 
“ Orange Comp . . p. r. n. 
“ Orris Root Irid. Flor., p. r. n. 
“ Pareira Brava to 1 3 
“ Pellitory £ to 1 3 
“ Pennyroyal Hedeoma Pulegioides ... i to 1 3 
“ Peppermint Mentha Piperita 1 to 2 3 
“ Pink Root Spigelia Marilandica .... 1 to 23 
“ Pink Root Comp to 2 3 
“ Pink Root and Senna 1 to 2 3 
“ Pipsissewa Chimaphila Umbellata. . to 1 3 
“ Plantain Leaves Plantago Major -J- to 1 3 
“ Pleurisy Root Asclepias Tuberosa . ... J to 23 
“ Poppy Heads Papaver Somniferum. .. .10 to 40 gtt 
“ Poke Root 10 to 30 gtt 
“ Pomegranate Bark 10 to 40 gtt 
“ Prickly Ash Bark . . .Xanthoxylum . .3 10 to 30 gtt 
“ Prickly Ash Berries.. Xanthoxylum 5 to 10 gtt 
“ Princes Pine Chimaphila Umbellata. . to 13 
“ Quassia Quassia Amara J to 13 
“ Queen of the Meadow, Eupatorium Purpurium . \ to 1 3 
“ Rhatany Krameria \ to 1 3 
“ Rhubarb Rheum Palmatum 5 to 40 gtt 
“ Rhubarb Aromatic J to 1 3 
“ Rhubarb and Senna 5 to 1 3 
“ RosinWeed Silphium Gummiferum. . 5 to 2 3 
“ Rue 20 to 40 gtt 
“ Saffron Crocus Sativus 20 to 60 gtt 24 
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FI. Ext. Sage Salvia Officinalis 30 to 60 gtt 
“ Sarsaparilla Smilax Officinalis 30 to 60 gtt 
“ Sarsaparilla, Para 30 to 60 gtt 
“ Sarsaparilla Comp. U. S. P 30 to 60 gtt 
“ Sarsaparilla and Dandelion 1 3 
“ Sassafras 30 to 60 gtt 
“ Savin Sabina 5 to 20 gtt 
“ Scullcap Scutellaria Lateriflora. .. . \ to 13 
“ Scullcap Compound £ to 1 3 
“ Seneka Polvgala Senega 20 to 40 gtt 
“ Senna, U. S. P 1 to 4 3 
“ Senna, Aqueous 1 to 2 3 
“ Senna and Jalap 2 to 1 3 
“ Serpentaria 15 to 30 gtt 
“ Sheep Laurel 10 to 20 gtt 
“ Skunk Cabbage . . . .Symplocarpus Foetidus . .20 to 80 gtt 
“ Spearmint... Mentha Viridis 1 to 3 3 
“ Spikenard Aralia Racemosa 1 to 2 3 
“ Squill Scilla Maritima 10 to 30 gtt 
“ Squill Compound 10 to 20 gtt 
“ Stillingia Queen’s Root 20 to 40 gtt 
“ Stillingia Compound 30 to 50 gtt 
“ Stramonium Thornapple 5 to zo gtt 
“ Sumach Rhus Glabrum 1 to 2 3 
“ Tag Alder A!nus Rubra 1 to 2 3 
“ Tansy Tanacetum Vulgare to 13 
“ Thyme Thymus Vulgaris £ to 13 
“ Turkey Corn Corydalis Formosa ioto40gtt 
“ Tumeric Curcuma 2 to 3 3 
“ Unicorn Root Aletris Farinosa £ to 13 
“ Uva Ursi f to 1 3 
“ Valeiian Valeriana Officinalis .£ to 13 Physicians’ Dose List. 
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FI. Ext. Veratrum Viride 2 to 8 gtt 
“ Veratrum (Album) 2 to 8 gtt 
“ Vervain Verbena Hastata to i 3 
“ Wahoo Euonymus Atropurpureus i to 23 
“ Water Pepper Polygonum Punctatum. .10 to 60 gtt 
“ White Oak Bark J to 1 3 
“ White Poplar J to 1 3 
“ White Wood Bark... LiriodendronTulipifera . . 1 to 23 
“ Wild Yam Dioscorea Villosa J to 1 3 
“ Wild Indigo Baptisia Tinctoria J to J 3 
“ Wintergreen Gaultheria 1 to 2 3 
“ Witch Hazel Hamamelis Virg 1 to 2 3 
“ Wormwood Artemisia Absinthium . .20 to 40 gtt 
“ Wormseed Chenopodium Anthelm . to 13 
“ Yarrow Anchillea Millefolium . . 5 to 13 
“ Yellow Dock Rumex Ciispus \ to 1 3 
“ Yellow Parilla Menispermum Canadense, to 13 LIST OF THE 
Medicinal Herbs and Compounds 
Used in the foregoing Catalogue, with their several Synonyms 
and Properties, with 
formula:. 
Aconite. Aeonitum Nape'lus. 
Common Names— Monkshood, Wolfsbane. 
Properties.—In moderate doses produces warmth in the stomach, 
' and sometimes nausea, general warmth of the body, numbness and 
tingling in the lips and fingers, muscular weakness, diminished force 
and frequency of respiration. From larger doses these effects are 
i experienced in an increased degree. In over doses, a violent poison. 
Antidotes.—Life may be saved by a timely and thorough evacua- 
tion of the stomach, and the use of stimulant remedies, externally 
and internally. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Aconite Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Aconite Root, 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, from 5 to 15 Drops. 
Tincture Aconite Leaves. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Aconite Leaves, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, 20 to 30 Drops. 
Wine of Aconite Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Aconite Root, 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, 5 to 30 Drops. 28 
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Angelica. Angelica Atropuipurea. 
Common Names—Masterwort, High Angelica. 
Properties.—Elegant Aromatic Tonic, Stimulant, Carminative, 
Diuretic, Diaphoretic and Emmenagogue. Used in Flatulent Colic, 
Heart Burn ; in Diseases of the Urinary Organs and Calculi; in Pas- 
sive Dropsy as a Diuretic, with Uva Ursi and Queen Meadow. 
Infusion Angelica. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . , l Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, 2 to 4 Fluid Oz. 
Compound Infusion Angelica. 
P.,J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Angelica Root, % Fluid Ounce. 
P., .T, & Co.’s Fluid Extract Gravel Plant, Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, 1 to 2 Fluid Oz. 
Repeated as required. Used as a Diuretic. 
formulae. 
Avens Root. Gaum Rivale. 
Common Names—Purple Avens. Water Avens. 
Properties.—Powerfully Astringent, Tonic, etc. Employed in 
Diarrhoea, Dysentery, Leucorrhoea, Dyspepsia, Phthisis, Congestion 
of the Abdominal Viscera, Ulcerations, etc. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Avens Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, 1 to 2 Fluid Oz. 
Arnica. Arnica Montana. 
Properties.—A Stimulant, directed with peculiar energy to the 
brain and whole nervous system. It is also diuretic, diaphoretic and 
cmmenagoguc. Externally, as a remedy for Sprains, Contusions, 
Rheumatism, Insect Bites, etc. 
Common Names—Leopard’s Bane, Mountain Tobacco. Formula;. 
Tincture of Arnica. 
FORMULAS. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, ...... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Use externally. 
Poultice of Arnica. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Arnica, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Add Rye or Linseed Oil enough to make up proper consis- 
tence. Used for Bruises, Swellings, Sprains or Rheumatic Affections. 
Aromatic Fluid Extract. 
Composed of Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmegs, and Cardamons. 
The Medicinal Fluid Extracts are preparations which, when pre- 
pared in accordance with a correct process, represent in every fluid 
pound the active medicinal agents in one pound of the crude drug. In 
other words, we have condensed in a fluid pound all the medicinal 
virtues contained in a pound of the raw material, and rejected the 
inert woody matter. As these preparations possess the peculiar 
properties and taste of the plan: or root they represent, and as this is 
quite frequently disagreeable, it has been suggested by physicians that 
we should prepare several Fluid Extracts whoso sole u.ility should lie 
in their power to cover the unpleasant taste and render the Medicinal 
Extracts more palatable to the patient. With this object in view, we 
have prepared the Aiomatic and Fluid Extract Orange Compound. 
The Aromatic Fluid Extract is usually prescribed with that class 
of Fluid Extracts represented by Colocynth, Mandrake, Khuharb and 
Senna, and Senna and Jalap. The narcotic Fluid Extracts are all well 
covered by it. 
Used in combination, from one-half to four drachms to the ounce. 
Eaimony. Chelone Glabra. 
Common Names—Turtle Head, Turtle Bloom, Snake 
Head, Salt Rheum Weed 
Pkopeuties.—Cathartic and anthelmintic. Tonic in small doses. 
Used in Jaundice, Hepatic Diseases, and to expel Worms. 30 
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formul.e. 
Infusion of Balmony. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, 1 to 2 Fluid Oz. 
Balmony Ointment. 
Lard, Ounces. 
White Wax, % Ounce. 
Melt together and add 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Balmony, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Stirring until cold. Used for inflamed Tumors, painful Breasts, Piles 
and Salt Rheum. 
Bayberry Bark. Myrica Cerifera. 
Common Names—Wax Myrtle, Waxberry. 
Properties.—'Astringent and stimulant. In large doses, emetic. 
Used in bowel complaints, jaundice, and as a gargle for sore mouth 
and throat. 
FORMULA. 
Infusion of Bayberry Bark. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Water, 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, three quarters to one and a half ounces. 
Tincture Bayberry. 
P., J, & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, half to one ounce. 
Balm of Gilead. Abies Balsamea. The Bark. 
Properties.—Stimulant, diuretic and anthelmintic. From its 
direct action on the mucous tissues, stimulating them, it has been 
found an efficacious remedy for gonorrhoea, gleet, chronic inflamma- 
tion of the bladder, etc. * 
Barberry Bark. Berber is Vulgaris. 
Properties.—Tonic and laxative, with an after astringent effect. 
Used in jaundice, dysentery, common and chronic diarrhoea. Formulae. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion Barberry Bark. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Jaundice Bitters. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Barberry Bark, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Fluid Extract Orange Peel, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Fluid "Extract Prickly Ash Bark, . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 2 Pints. 
Mix. Sweeten to suit the taste. Dose, one wineglassful. 
Belladonna. Atropa Belladonna. 
Common Names—Deadly Nightshade, Divale, Black Cherry. 
Properties.—Powerfully narcotic. In overdoses, poisonous. • In 
suitable doses, anodyne and antispasmodic, with some diuretic and 
diaphoretic properties. Used in irritable conditions of the nervous 
system. 
Antidotes.—Strong emetic speedily administered, after which 
stimulants applied externally and internally; also, doses of morphia. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Belladonna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, 20 to 40 drops. 
Infusion of Belladonna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, .... 1 Drachm 
Water, 1 Pint. 
Comp. Tinct. Cardamon, 1 Ounce. 
Dose, 5 drachms. 
Syrup of Belladonna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, % Ounce. 
Syrup, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls in whooping cough. 32 
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Beth Root. Trillium Pendulum. 
Common Names—Ground Lily, Birth Root, Wake Robin, Lamb’s 
Quarter, True Love. Cough Root. 
Properties.—Astringent, tonic and antiseptic. Used in bleeding 
from the lungs, in pulmonary complaints generally, and to promote 
parturition. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Beth Root. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces, 
Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid ounces. 
Emitter Root. Apocynvm A n drosce mi folium,. 
Common Names—Dogs bane, Milkweed. 
Properties—Tonic, emetic and laxative. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Bitter Root, 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, 1 to 2 drachms, and % to 1 ounce. 
Infusion of Bitter Boot. 
P., .1. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... X Fluid Ounce. 
Water, 1 Pint. 
Dose, a wineglasslul, three times a day. 
Syrup of Bitter Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1% Fluid Ounce. 
Syrup, ....... 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Wine of Bitter Root. 
F., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry Wine, 1 Pint. 
Dose, one to two drachms. 
Bittersweet. Solarium Dulcamara. 
Common Names—Woody Nightshade, Fever Tonic, Scarlet Berry, 
Violet Bloom. 
Properties.—In large doses, narcotic; but used principally as an 
alterative. Adtnini: tered in cutaneous and rheumatic diseases, scrof- 
ula, jaundice, and obstructed menstruation. Formulae. 
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FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Bittersweet. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Ilot Water, 1 Pint. 
Dose, one to two ounces, three or four times a day. 
Syrup of Bittersweet. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Ounces. 
Dose, four drachms. 
Mixture of Bittersweet. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Bittersweet, . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Yellow Dock, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Stillingia, . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, Pint. 
Dose, one to two drachms, in scrofulous and syphilitic affections. 
Black Alder. Prinos Verticillatm. 
Common Name—Winterberry. 
Properties.—Tonic and alterative. Has been used with success 
in dropsy, and is recommended in diseases of a typhoid type. Also 
j used externally for ulcers and eruptions. 
FORMULAE. 
| Tincture Black Alder. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three tablespoonfuls. 
Syrup of Black Alder. 
P., -J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Simple Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three teaspoonfuls. 
Lotion of Black Alder. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. 
Blackberry Root. Rubus Villosus. 
Properties.—Astringent and tonic. Used in diarrhoea, dysentery, 
cholera infantum, and a relaxed condition of the bowels in children ; 
also as an astringent gargle, and lotion. 34 
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FORMULAS. 
Infusion. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Water, 1 Pint. 
Dose, one ounce. 
Syrup. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces, 
Dose, one half to one ounce. 
Tincture. 
P., .T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, two to four drachms. 
Wine. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces, 
. Wine, 8 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, half to one and a half drachms. 
Black Cohosh. Cimicifvga Bacemosa. 
Common Names—Rattle Root, Squaw Root, Black Snake Root. 
Properties.—Tome, nervine and anti-spismodic. Used success- 
fully in chorea, convulsions, nervous excitability, asthma, and other 
spasmodic diseases, in remittent and intermittent fevers, acute rheu- 
matism, and to accelerate parturition. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Black Cohosh. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Compound Tincture Black Cohosh. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Black Cohosh 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Fluid Extract Blood Root, . ... X Fluid Ounce. 
Fluid Extract Poke Root, .... 2 Drachms. 
Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, half to one drachm. 
Syrup Black Cohosh. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 6 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, one-half to one drachm. Formulae. 
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Black Haw. Viburnum Prunifolium. The Bark of the Root. 
Properties.—Tonic, astringent and diuretic. It is said to exert 
a special tonic influence upon the uterus, and is highly recommended 
in cases of threatened abortion, and as a preventive in casts of threat- 
ened miscarriage. 
Black Hellebore. Helleborus Niger. 
Common Name— Christmas Rose. 
Properties.—In large doses, poisonous, producing dizziness and 
convulsions. In proper doses it is a drastic cathartic, anthelmintic 
and emmenagogue. 
Antidotes.—Same as Aconite. 
Tincture Black Hellebore. 
P.. J. & Co.’rt Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, 30 drops to one drachm. 
Compound Tincture Black Hellebore. 
Tincture Black Hellebore, . . . % Fluid Ounce. 
Tincture of Myrrh, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Tincture of Spanish Flies, .... 2 Drachms. 
Mix. Dose, thirty drops, three times a day, as an emmenagogue. 
Compound Wine op Black Hellebore. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Ext. black Hellebore, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Fluid Extract Wormwood, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
White Wine, ...... 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, half to one drachm. 
formulae. 
Black Pepper. Piper Nigrum. 
Properties.—A powerful stimulant to the stomach and intestinal 
canal. Well known as a condiment to improve the flavor of food and 
promote digestion. Used for cholic, cholera, scarlatina and flatu- 
lency. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Black Pepper. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . , . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, half to one and a half drachms, largely diluted with sugar 
water. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Strup of Black Pepper. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, one quarter to one drachm. 
Blood root. Sanguinaria Canadensis. 
Common Names—Indian Paint, Red Puccoon. 
Properties.—In small doses, stimulant and tonic. In larger 
doses, sedative, reducing the pulse, and increasing expectoration. In 
still larger doses, emetic. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Blood Root. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, as tonic, stimulant or expectorant, 10 to 00 drops. As 
emetic, 2 to 4 teaspoonfnls. 
Infusion of Blood Root. 
P„ J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, from one half to one ounce. 
Syrup of Blood Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Acetic Acid, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Simple Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls, used as a tonic and expectorant. 
Vinegar of Blood Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounces. 
Vinegar, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. An external application for diseases of the skin. 
Blue Cohosh. Caulophyllum Thalictroides. 
Common Names—Pappoose Boot, Squaw Root. 
Properties.—Diuretic, diaphoretic and anthelmintic. Used princi- 
pally as an cmmenagogue. parturient, and antispasmodic. It contains 
a resinoid called Caulophyllin, which appears to exert a direct influence 
upon the uterus. Formulae. 
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formulae. 
Tincture Blue Cohosh. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, .... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one teaspoonful. 
Syrup Blue Cohosh. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Bill3 Flag, Iris Versicolor. 
Common Names —Fleur de Lis, Flag Lily, Liver Lily, Snake Lily. 
Properties.—Cathartic, alterative and diuretic. Used extensively 
in eclectic practice as a substitute for mercury. 
formulae. 
Tincture Blue Flag. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Syrup Blue Flag. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract,. . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Simple Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Boneset. Eupatorium Perfoliatum. 
Common Names—Thorougliwort, Joe Pye. 
Properties.—Tonic, diaphoretic, and, in large doses, emetic and 
laxative. A favorite remedy lor colds accompanied with febrile symp- 
toms. 
FORMULiE. 
Infusion of Boneset. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid ounces, repeated as required. 
Syrup of Boneset. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Boneset, . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Cubebs, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot. Simple Syrup, (i Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls, repeated every two hours, for 
coughs and colds. 38 
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Boxwood. Camus Florida. The Bark 
Common Names—Dogwood, Flowering Cornel. 
Properties.—Tonic and astringent. Used in eclectic practice as 
a substitute for Cinchona Bark in intermittent fevers. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Boxwood 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
I Wine of Boxwood 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, one and one-half to three drachms. 
Syrup of Boxwood. 
P„ J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two fo three drachms. 
Buchu. Barosma Crenata. The Leaves. U. S. P. 
Properties.—The different species of this plant possess similar 
medicinal properties. It was first introduced into American practice 
in 1823; and the estimation in which it was held by the Hottentots in 
diseases of the urinary organs has been verified by trial here. It is 
now acknowledged as a standard remedy in such diseases. Our fluid 
extract is made with great care from the long-leaved Buchu. It re- 
tains the natural oil of the plant, and is a reliable preparation. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Buchu. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Infusion Buchu. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Syrup Buchu. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Simple Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drams. Formulae. 
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Buchu Comp. Composed oj Buchu, Cubebs, and Spirits Nitre. 
Properties.—An excellent diuretic, far superior to the “patent” 
preparations of this compound. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion Buchu Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Buchu Comp. 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two drachms to one fluid ounce. 
Buckhorn. Osmunda Regalis. The Root. 
.Common Names—Buckhorn Brake, Royal Flowering Fern. 
Properties.—Mucilaginous, tonic and styptic. Used in coughs, 
diarrhoea and dysentery. Also as a tonic during convalescence from 
exhausting diseases. Valuable in leucorrhoea and other female weak- 
nesses. 
Bugle weed. Lycopus Virginicus. 
Common Names—Paul's Betony, Green Archangel, Water Horehound. 
Properties.—A mild sedative, tonic and astringent. A favorite 
remedy in lung diseases. Especially useful in hemorrhages. It soothes 
irritation, lessens the frequency of the pulse, and allays coughs. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Bugleweed. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 15 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Syrup of Bugleweed. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half once in two hours. 
Used in cough? and lung complaints. 
1 Burdock. Arctium Lappa. The Root. 
Properties.—Alterative and diuretic. Used in scrofulous, rheu- 
matic and venereal diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Burdock. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 40 
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Syrup Burdock. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Sassafras, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Simple Syrup 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Butternut. Jvglans Cinerea. 
Common Names—White Walnut, Oil Nut. 
Properties.—-A gentle cathartic, operating without producin’ 
debiluaMng effects, and particularly useful in cases of habitual consti- 
pation. The resinoid prepared from it, called Juglandin. is highly re- 
commended by eclectic practitioners as a laxative and cathartic. The 
preparations of Butternut are much used in domestic practice for the 
ailments of children, especially in throat diseases. 
CaneSIa. Canella Alba. The Bark. 
Properties.—Aromatic and stimulant. Used as an adjunct to 
tonics and purgatives. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Canella Alba. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 12 Fluid Drams. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, one and a-half to three drachms. 
Tincture Aloes and Canella. Hiera Ptcra. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Canella, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Ginger, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Po Socot- Aloes, 1 Ounce. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
For Ameuorrhcea, one drachm, two or three times a day. 
Cinnamon. Cinnamomvm Zeylanicum. The Bark. 
Properties.—Stimulant, tonic, astringent and carminative. In- 
ternally it is very useful in diarrhoea, colic, cramps of the stomach, 
flatulency, and to allay nausea and vomiting. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Cinnamon. 
P., J. & C'o.’s Fluid Extinct, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 15 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid drachms. Formulae. 
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Cascarilla. Croton Eleateria. The Dark. 
Properties.—Aromatic, stimulant, tonic and febrifuge. Used ad- 
vantageously with Cinchona in intermittent fever, and as an ingredient 
in tonic bitters. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Cascarii.la. 
P , J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dcse, one to two drachms. 
Infusion of Cascarilla. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Catmint. Nepeta Caiaria. The Tops and Leaves. 
Common Name.—“ Catnip.” 
Properties —Diaphoretic, carminative. Used extensively in 
domestic practice for local diseases accompanied with febrile 
symptoms. 
formulae. 
Infusion of Catmint. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to four fluid ounees. 
Sedative Mixture. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract Catmint, . IX Fluid Ounce. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Valerian, . X Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Scullcap, . X Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, one drachm, repeated as required. 
Given to allay nervous excitement. 
Capsicum. Capsicum Annuim. 
Common Name—Cayenne Pepper. 
Properties.—A powerful stimulant; much employed as a condi- 
ment; it stimulates the nerves of the stomach, and promotes the 
secretion of gastric juice. As a medicine it is useful incases of en- 
feebled and languid stomach, dyspepsia and atonic gout, particularly 
when attended with flatulence. It forms an excellent addition to 
quinta in intermittents, and has been used with some success in 
Asiatic cholera. 42 
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FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Capsicum. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Diluted Alcohol, 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Celandine (Carden). Chdidonium Majus. Herb and Root. 
Common Names— Great Celandine, Tetterwort. 
Properties.—A drastic purgative, resembling gamb >ge in its 
action. Applied externally to subdue traumatic inflammations. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Celandine. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract. . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one drachm. 
Syrup of Celandine. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Syrup, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one drachm. 
Centaury. Sabbatia Angularis. The Herb. 
Common Names—American Centaury, Rose Pink, Bitter Clover, 
■ Wild Succory, Red Centaury. 
Properties.—Tonic and autiperiodic. Used in domestic practice 
as a vermifuge. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Centaury. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Dituted Alcohol, 14 E’luid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, four to six drachms. 
Infusion of Centaury. 
P„ J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Chamomile. Anthemis Nobilis. The Flowers. 
Common Name—Roman Chamomile. 
PnorERTiES.—Tonic. Used as an ingredient in strengthening bit- 
ters. Formulae. 
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FORMULAE. 
Syrup of Chamomile. 
1\, J & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Ilot Syrup, 12 Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Wine of Chamomile. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry Wine, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, four to eight drachms. 
Chamomile--German. Matricaria Chammnilla. 
Common or Wild Chamomile. 
Properties.—Tonic. Used as an ingredient in strengthening 
hitters. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of German Chamomile. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Syrup of German Chamomile. 
P., J. & Co.’s Flu'd Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Cannabis Indica. Foreign Indian Hemp. 
Common, Names—Hasheesh, Gunjah. 
Properties.—Narcotic, exhilarant. Sometimes used instead of 
opium. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Cannabis Indica. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . X Fluid Ounce. 
Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, half to one drachm, and gradually increased in tetanus 
every half hour, till the paroxysms cease, or catalepsy is induced. 
Strup Cannabis Indica. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Syrup, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, twenty-five to fifty drops. 
Wine Cannabis Indica. 
P.,-J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 6 Drams. 
Sherry Wine, . v. . . . . 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, half to one drachm. 44 
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Cherry Bark. Prunus Virginiana. (Alcoholic.) 
Properties.—The alcoholic Fluid Extract of Cherry differs from 
that of the TJ. S. Pharmacopoeia, in not containing sugar or the emul- 
sion of Almonds, uniting with a tonic power the property of calming 
nervous irritability, giving tone to the stomach in those cases where 
debility of digestion is united with general irritation. Its use is in- 
dicated in that general debility which follows inflammatory diseases. 
It is also well adapted to some cases of dyspepsia. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Cherry Bark. (Ale.) 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to four drachms. 
Syrup Wild Cherry'. (Ale.) 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to lour drachms. 
Cherry Bark. Prunus Virginiana. TJ. S. P. 
Common Name—W\\<\ Cherry. 
This extract is prepared according to the formula of the TJ. S. 
Pharmacopoeia, and contains the amount of sugar and emulsion of 
almonds. The alcoholic fluid extract, which we also prepare, does 
not produce the sedative effect as largely as the TJ. S. P. 
Properties.—Tonic, and invigorating in its impressions upon 
the sto each, but sedative to the circulatory and nervous systems. 
Extensively used as an ingredient in pulmonary mixtures, for which 
it is well adapted by its sedative qualities and agreeable flavor. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . % Fluid Ounce. 
Water, 1 Pint. 
Dose, two ounces, three times a day. 
Syrup. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to four drachms. Formulae. 
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Cinchona Pale. Cinchona Pallida. 
Properties.—As an anti-periodic, the pale bark is considered in- 
ferior to the Calisaya, or red, but is preferred to cither as a tonic, 
being less obnoxious to the stomach or intestines. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Cinchona Pale. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to six drachms. 
Wine Cinchona Pale. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to four drachms. 
Cinchona Calisaya. Cinchona. 
Common Names—Peruvian Bark, Jesuit's Bark. 
Properties.—Tonic, fi brifuge, anti-periodic. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Calisaya, . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to four teaspoonfuls. 
Infusion. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Wine of Cinchona Calisaya. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 0 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry Wine, 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one and a half to three drachms. 
Cinchona Compound. Compound of Cinchona, Gentian, 
tSerpentaria, and Aromatics. 
Properties.—A valuable aromatic tonic, combining the tonic 
properties of the Cinchona and Gentian with the alterative properties 
of the Serpentaria, all nicely covered with the aromatics. 
formula;. 
Syrup Cinchona Compound. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to four drachms. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Cinchona Red. 
Properties.—Tonic, febrifuge, anti-periodic. 
FORMULAS. 
Compound Tincture. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Red Bark, . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Orange Peel, . IX Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract Snakeroot, . 3 Drachms. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Saffron, . . 1 Drachm. 
Red Saunders, 1 Drachm. 
Diluted Alcohol, 20 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Mixture Cinchona and Valerian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract rinchona, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Valerian, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Essence of Cardamon 2 Drachms. 
Mix. Dose, one drachm every three hours as a tonic in nervous 
tempei aments. 
Cleavers. Galium Aparine. 
Common Names—Goose Grass, Bedstraw, Catchweed. 
Properties.—Aperient, diuretic. Valuable in diseases of the uri- 
nary organs and skin diseases. 
FORMULA. 
Tincture Cleavers. 
P.. .1. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, half to one ounce. 
Infusion of Cleavers. 
P., -J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two ounces, repeat as required. 
Colchicum. Colchicum Autumnale. The Bulb. 
‘Common Name—Meadow Saffron. 
Properties.—In an overdose, an acrid, narcotic poison. In 
proper doses, diuretic, diaphoretic, and cathartic, with sedative and 
anodyne effects. It controls theaciion of the heart, and has long been 
used with success in gout and acute rheumatism. To produce its full 
effects, it should be administered in small doses, repeated every three 
or four houts, until nausea is produced. Formulae. 
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Tincture Colchicum Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract. ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, twenty to sixty drops. 
Wine Colchicum Root. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, fifteen to thirty drops. 
formulae. 
Colchicum Seed. 
(The Seed of Colchicum Autumnale.) 
Properties.—Highly recommended in chronic rheumatism. In 
an overdose, an acrid, narcotic poison. In proper doses, diuretic, 
diaphoretic, and cathartic, with sedative and anodyne effects. Should 
he administered in small dozes, repeated every three or lour houis, 
until naseau is produced. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Colchicum Seed. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, tweniy to sixty drops. 
Wine of Colchicum Seed. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, .2 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, fifteen to thirty drops. 
Conium. Contum Maculatunn. The Leaves. 
Common Names.— Poison Hemlock, Poison Pars'ey. 
Properties.—Powerfully naicotic. In overdoses, poisonous. In 
proper doces, sedative and quieting, controling the action of the heart, 
antispasmodic and anodyne. 
Antidotes.- strong emetics speedily administered, after which 
stimulan.s externally and internally. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Conium. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, ...... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, twenty to forty drops. 48 
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Infusion Conium. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . % Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Used as a wash in cancerous and malignant ulcers. 
Ointment Conium. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Lard, 8 Ounces. 
Melt the Lard, add the Fluid Extract, and stir till cold. For 
scrofulous swelling of the glands, ulcers and sores. 
Col umbo. Cocculus Palmatvs. The Boot. 
Properties.—Mild tonic and stomachic, without stimulating or 
astringent properties. One of the most useful vegetable tonics. Used 
for general debility, dyspepsia, chronic diarrhoea, and cholera infantum. 
formulae. 
Tincture Columbo. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Wine of Couumbo. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Arnica, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Sherry or Native Wine, . . . .10 Fluid Ounces* 
Dose, two to four drachms. 
Colocynth. Cucumus Colocynthis. The Fkuit. 
Comm n Names.—Bitter Apple, Bitter Cucumber. 
Properties.—A powerful drastic, hydragogue, cathartic, produc- 
ing, when given in overdose-*, violent griping, with dangerous inflam- 
mation. It is seldom given alone, but, when combined with other 
cathartics, is considered a standard remedy. 
FORMULAE. 
Coloctnth Pomade. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Drachms. 
Lard, 1 Ounce. 
Melt the Lard, add the Fluid Extract, and stir till cold. One 
drachm rubbed over the abdomen is used by the French physicians to 
expel worms, or to produce a cathartic effect. Formulae. 
Coltsfoot. Tussillago Farfara. The Leaves. 
Common Name.—Bull sfoot. 
Properties.—Demulcent and slightly tonic. Generally used for 
coughs and colds. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion Coltsfoot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two ounces. 
Comfrey. Symphytum Officinale. The Root. 
Common Names.—Gum Plant, Healing nerb. 
Properties.—Demulcent and slightly astringent and tonic. Used 
in pulmonary affections, bowel complaints and female debility. 
FORMULAE. 
Compound Wine of Comfrey. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract Comfrey, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Solomon’s Seal, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Unicorn Root, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Chamomile, . % Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Colombo, . Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Gentian Comp., % Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Cardamom, . X Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Sassafras Bark, X Fluid Ounce. 
Alcohol, 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 2 PintB. 
Mix. Dose, half to two fluid ounces. 
This is a tonic used in diseases peculiar to females. 
Cotton Root Bark. GossypiumHerbaceum. The Bark of Root. 
Properties.—Said to be of value as a substitute for Ergot. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion Cotton Root. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two fluid ounces, repeated as required. 50 
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Cramp-Bark. Viburnum Opulus. The Bark. 
Common frame—High Cranberry. 
Properties.—Antispasmodic, relieving cramps and spasms of all 
kinds. Said to be of great value in puerperal convulsions. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion Cramp Bark. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces, repeated every four hours. 
Cranesbill. Geranium Macvlatvm. The Root. 
Common frames.—Wild Crane-bill, Doves Foot, Crowfoot, Spotted 
Geranium, Alunr Root. 
Properties.—A powerful astringent. Used in dysentery, diar- 
rhoea, cholei a infantum, and in excessive mucous discharges; also as 
a gargle for sore mouth, sore throat, and relaxation of the uvula. 
Tincture Cranesbill. 
P., .1. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix, Dose, two and a half to four drachms. 
Compound Infusion of Cranesbill. (King’s.) 
P., S. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Cranesbill, . X Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Black Cohosh, )4 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Golden Seal, . fr Fluid Oui ce. 
P., •). & Co.’s Fluid Extract Witch Hazel, % Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 2 Pints. 
This forms an efficacious astringent wash in apthous and other 
diseases of the mouth and throat, when unaccompanied with inflam- 
mation ; it is also useful as an injection in leuconlioea, prolapsus aui, 
and prolapsus uteri. 
CubebS. Piper Cubeba. The Fruit. 
Properties—Gently stimulant, with a special action on the mu- 
cous tissues Diuretic anil expectorant. Used successfully in gonor- 
rhoea, gleet, leucorrhcea. bronchial inflammation, coughs, colds, ca- 
tarrh, and diseases of the kidneys. Formulae. 
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FORMULA!. 
Tincture Cubebs. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Mixture of Cubebs and Ergot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Cubebs, . 5 Drachms. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract . % Drachm. 
P., J. ifc Co.’s Fluid Extract Cinnamon, . 10 Drops. 
Powdered Sugar, 1 Drachm. 
Mix. Dose, one drachm. In gonorrhoea, gleet, leucorrhcea, etc. 
Culvers Root. Leptandra Virgin ca. The Root. 
Common Names—( ulvers Physic. Pall Speedwell, Blackroot. 
Properties.—The fresh mot is seldom used The dried root is 
laxa ive, cholagogue and tonic, promoting the action of the liver. 
Used in all functional diseases of the liver, tiphoid and billions fevers. 
Used in dyspepsia, diarrhoea, and cholera infantum. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Culvers Root. 
P , J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Syrup Culvers Hoot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Dandelion Comp. 
Composed of Dandelion, Mmdrnke and Conium. 
Properties.—Alterative and cathartic. 
Dandelion and Senna. 
Properties.—Tonic and laxative, with slight action on liver. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture Dandelion and Senna. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, lour to eight drachms. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Dandelion Root. Taraxacum Dens-Leonis. The Root. 
Properties.—Tonic and laxative, with a tendency to act upon 
the liver. 
formula. 
Infusion Dandelion. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, three to five ounces. 
Strup Dandelion Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Dandelion, . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Pipsissewa, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Checkerbcrry, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Uva Ursi, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Angelica; . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Syrup, 8 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose,’one-half to one ounce, two or three times daily. For 
kidney complaints, gravel, stranguary, and inflammation of the 
bladder. 
Dwarf Elder. Aralia Hispida. The Bark of the Root. 
Common Names—Wild Elder, Bristlestem-Sarsaparilla. 
Properties.—Diuretic and alterative. Said to be valuable in 
dropsy, gravel, suppression of urine, and other urinary disorders. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Dwarf Elder. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid ounces. 
Elder Flowers, karribucus Canadensis. 
Properties.—Diaphoretic, gently stimulant, and diuretic. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Elder Flowers. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. Formulae. 
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Elecampane. Inula Ilelenium. The Root. 
Properties.—Aromatic, stimulant, expectorant, emmenagogue 
and diaphoretic. Used principally in pulmonary affections. 
FORMULA. 
Infusion of Elecampane. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, half to one fluid ounce. 
Syrup of Elecampane. 
P., .J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Ergot. Secale Cornutum. 
Common Name—Spurred Rye. 
Properties.—In overdoses, long continued, a narcotic poison. 
As used medicinally, it causes contraction of the gravid uteius, and is 
given for uterine and pulmonary hemorrhage. Its remedial applica- 
tions have given rise to many different opinions and disquisitions. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Ergot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Infusion Ergot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two fluid ounces, repeated every twenty minutes, 
until it causes uterine contraction. 
Wine Ergot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Feverfew. Pyrethrum Parthenium. The Herb. 
Properties.—Carminative, emmenagogue, and vermifuge. 
FORMULS. 
Infusion of Feverfew. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 54 
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Fireweed. Erechthites Hierac,if alias. The Herb. 
\ Properties.—Tonic and astringent. It has acquired a reputation 
, in diseases of the mucous tissues, whether of the lungs, stomach, or 
: intestinal canal. Has been successfully used in summer complaint 
of children, when other means have failed. Its greatest reputation 
has been obtained as a remedy for piles, administered internally as a 
fluid extract, and externally applied in the form of an ointment. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Fireweed. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Syrup of Fireweed. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Paregoric, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Syrup, 11 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three teaspoonfuls. Used in intestinal de- 
rangements of children. 
Fireweed Ointment. 
I'., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Lard, ........ 8 Ounces. 
Melt the Lard, add the extract, and stir till cold. 
Foxglove. Digitalis Purpurea. 
Properties.—In overdoses, an irritant narcotic poison, causing 
inflammation of stomach and intestines, nausea, vomiting and purg 
iug, followed by vertigo, delirium arid convulsions. In suitable doses 
it is sedative and diuretic, rapidly diminishing the action of the heart. 
It should be administered with can.ion, on account of its cumulative 
effect. If used any great length of time, even in small doses, poison- 
ous effects may ensue. Used in dropsy, and diseases connected with 
those of the heart or kidneys. 
Antidotes.—Strong emetics, speedily administered, after which, 
stimulants, externally and internally. The use of Tannin has been 
recommended. 
FORMULAE. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-fonrtli to half a drachm. Formulae. 
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Infusion of Foxglove. 
P., J & Co.’s Fluid Extract Foxgloxe, . 2 Drachms. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract Cinnamon, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two and a half to five drachms. 
Frostwort. Helianthemum Canadense. Tiie Plant. 
Properties.—Alterative. lias been long used, either alone or in 
combination, in scrofulous diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Frostwort. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Syrup of Frostwort. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Gaiis. Gullet. 
Morbid excrescence*formed upon Quercus Infectoria. 
Properties.—Powerfully astringent. Seldom used internally, 
though occasionally prescribed in chronic diarrhoea and chronic 
dysentery. Used in cases of poisoning by the vegetable alkaloids. In 
the form of an infusion used as an astringent gargle, lotion and 
injection. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Galls. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Infusion of Galls. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . 1 to 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Used as a local application. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Gelseminum. Gelseminum Sempervirens. The Root. 
Common Names—Yellow Jessamine, Wild Jessamine, 
Woodbine. 
Properties.—Has acquired a great reputation as a febrifuge, be- 
ing said to subdue the most formidable and complicated fevers inci' 
dent to our country and climate, as well as the more simple and mild. 
It is also said to possess control of the nervous system, removing ner- 
vous irritability more completely than any other known agent. It 
should never be used, except by direction of a physician. 
FORMULA. 
Tincture Gelseminum. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, fifteen to sixty drops. 
Gentian. Gentiuna Lulea. The Root. 
Properties.—A well known bitter tonic of great value, and one 
of the oldest in the Materia Medica. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Gentian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, three to six drachms. 
Syrup Gentian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract. ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-lialf to one ounce. 
Gentian Comp. 
Composed of Gentian, Orange Peel, Cloves, Canella, Saunders. 
Properties.—A valuable aromatic tonic. 
FORMULAE. 
Compound Tincture of Gentian Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Compound Fluid Extract, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, three to six drachms. 
Compound Wine of Gentian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Compound Fluid Extract, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Fluid Ounce. Formulae. 
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Compound or Syrup op Gentian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Compound Fluid Extract, . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Cinger. 'Zingiber Offlcinale. The Root. 
Common Name.—Jamaica Ginger. 
Properties.—A grateful stimulant and carminative. Often com- 
bined with other remedies to produce a warming, stimulating efi’ect. 
Used in colds and in bowel complaints. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Ginger. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Syrup Ginger. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Infusion Ginger. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Golden Seal. Hydrastis Canadensis. The Root. 
Common Names—Yellow root, Meadow Pride, Eye Balm, Orange 
Root, Tumeric Root, Ground Barberry, Yellow Puccoon. 
Properties.—A valuable tonic. Used extensively in eclectic 
practice for mucous and genital diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Golden Seal. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, one half to one drachm. 
Wine Golden Seal. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one wineglassful. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Golden Rod. Solidago Oder a. The Leaves. 
Properties.—Aromatic, gently stimulant, and carminative. 
Given in warm infusion, as a diaphoretic. Used to disguise the taste 
of other medicines. 
formula;. 
Infusion Golden Rod. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid ounces. 
Cold Thread. Coptis Trifolia. The Root. 
Common Name—Mouthroot. 
Properties.—A pure, bitter tonic, without astringency, resem- 
bling in its effects Columbo and Gentian. The iniusion is in general 
use as a wash or gargle for ulceration of the mouth or fauces. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Gold Thread. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. For a wash or gargle, the proportion of Fluid Extract may 
be doubled. 
Gravel Plant. Epigea Repens. Tiie Leaves. 
Common Names.—Trailing Arbutus, Gravel Weed, Ground Laurel, 
Winter or Mountain Pink. 
Properties.— Diuretic and astringent. Is considered by many a 
valuable remedy for gravel and other affections of the urinary organs. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Gravel Plant. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Hardback. Spirea Tomentosa. The Herb. 
Properties.—Astringent and tonic. An excellent remedy in 
summer complaint of children, being less offensive to the stomach 
than any other astringent remedies. Well adapted to disordered di- 
gestion, and used in diarrhoea and dysentery. The fluid extract is use- 
ful as an astringent lotion. Formulae. 
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Henbane. Hyoscyamus Mger. The Leaves. 
Properties.—Powerfully narcotic. In overdoses, poisonous. Tn 
medicinal doses, anodyne and antispasmodic, allaying pain and in- 
ducing sleep, and therefore rest. It acts like opium,without producing 
constipation. 
Antidotes.—Strong emetics, stimulants and vegetable acids. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Henbane. 
P , .T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol. 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one half to one drachm. 
Hop. Humulus Lu/mli/s. 
Properties.—Tonic, sedative and anodyne. Used, in connection 
with other remedies, to procure sleep. 
FORMUL2E. 
Tincture of Hop. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Ointment of Hop and Stramonium. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Hop, . . 2 Fluid Drachms. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Stramonium, 1 Fluid Drachm. 
Lard, 4 Ounces. 
White Wax, 1 Ounce. 
Melt the Lard and Wax together, and add the fluid extracts, stir- 
ring until cold. Applied for salt-rheum and diseases of the skin. 
Ho re hound. MarruMum Vulgare. The Plant. 
Properties.—Bitter tonic and expectorant. Used as a remedy for 
conglis and colds. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture or IIorehound. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, , . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Dose, half to one ounce. 
Syrup of IIorehound. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, two to four drachms. Parke, Jennings & Co.'s Catalogue. 
Hydrangea. Hydrangea Arborescens. The Root. 
Common Names—Seven Barks, Wild Hydrangea. 
Properties.—Attention has been called to this plant as a remedy 
or stone in the bladder, especially when employed in the earlier 
stages of the disease. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Hydrangea. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces’. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Syrup of Hydrangea. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 8 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Ignatia Bean. Ignatia Amara. 
Properties.—In overdoses an energetic poison. In small doses it 
acts as a tonic. It has been employed chiefly in cases of debility of 
the digestive organs, or general defect of nervous power. Its thera- 
peutic properties are very similar to those of Nux Vomica. 
Sndian Hemp. (Black.'* Apocynum Cannabinum. The Root. 
Common Name.—Bitter Root. 
Properties.—Emetic, cathartic, diaphoretic, and diuretic. It is 
much used in dropsy, and also as a diaphoretic in intermittent fever 
and pneumonic affections. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Apocynum. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Wine of Apocynum. 
P., -T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Syrup of Apocynum. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, as expectorant, one to two drachms. Formulae. 
Indian Hemp. (White.) Asclepias Incarnata. The Root. 
Common Names—Swamp Silkweed, Flesh Colored Asclepias, 
Rose Colored Silkweed, Swamp Silkweed. 
Properties.—Anthelmintic. It has been recommended in rheu- 
matic, asthmatic, catarrhal and syphilitic affections. 
FORMULiE. 
Tincture White Indian Hemp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract,.... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Ipecac. Cephalis Ipecacuanha. The Foot. 
Properties.—Emetic iu large closes. In small closes, expectorant 
and diaphoretic ; and in minute doses, tonic and stimulant, increasing 
the appetite, and promoting digestion. It is peculiarly adapted to ex- 
pel narcotic poisons from the stomach, and (or all cases where an 
emetic is indicated, as it may he given in almost indefinite doses, 
without injury to the patient. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Ipecac. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, as emetic, forty drops to one fluid ounce, diluted with 
warm water. 
Wine of Ipecac. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, as emetic, two drachms to one fluid ounce. Dose, as 
expectorant, half to one drachm. 
Syrup of Ipecac. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 30 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, as an emetic for a young child, thirty to sixty drops, 
repeated. As an expectorant for adults, thirty to sixty drops. As an 
expectorant for a child, two to ten drops. 62 
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ipecac and Seneka. 
Properties.—Emetic in large doses. In small doses, expectorant 
atid diaphoretic. 
Jalap. Ipomxa Jalapa. The Root. 
Properties.—A drastic cathartic, operating quickly, and some- 
times piinfully, pro hieing copious watery discharges. Its action is 
modified by combination with other cathartic remedies. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Jalap. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces, 
Mix. Generally used in combination. 
Tincture of Jalap and Senna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Jalap, . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
I\, J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract Senna, . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract Cardamom Comp, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Powdered Sugar, 2 Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, for an adult, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
John’S-Wort. Hypericum Perforatum. The Tops and Flowers. 
Properties.—Diuretic, astringent and sedative. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of John's Wort. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, ....... 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Juniper Berries. Jumperus Communis. The Fruit. 
Properties.—Diuretic and gently stimulant, producing when 
largely taken disagree able irritation of the urinary passages. Chiefly 
employed as an adjuvant to more powerful diuretics in dropsical 
complaints. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Juniper Berries. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extiact, . , . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water 1 Pint. Formulae. 
Ladies’ Slipper. Cypripedium Pubescens. 
Common Names— Umbel, Ketve Knot. Moccasin Plant, Noah's Aik. 
Properties.—Nervine and antispasmodic. Given to quiet the 
system in nervous irritability. A popular remedy to promote sleep 
and relieve headache. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Ladies’ Slipper. 
P.. .1, & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol .14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two tc four drachms, repeated as required 
Syrup of Ladies’ Slipper. 
P., .J, <& Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
llot Simple Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Lemon Peel. Limonis Cortex. 
Properties.—Used to qualify the taste and increase the power of 
stomachic infusions and tinctures. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Lesion Peel. 
P., J. & Co.’s t luid Extract, . . . 2% Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Tint. 
As an aromatic, dose, one to two drachms. 
Syrup of Lemon Peel. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Citric Acid, X Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Syrup, 2 Pints. 
Lettuce. Lactuca Saliva. The Herb. 
Properties.—If is usually given as a substitute for opium, being 
preferable in many instances t n account of its freedom from unpleas- 
ant after-effects, such as constipation, excitement of the brain, etc. 
FORMULAE. 
Syrup of Lettuce. 
P , J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot. Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, oue-lialf to two ounces. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue,. 
Life Root. Senecio Aureus. The Root and Herb. 
Common Names—Golden Scnecio, Ragwort, Uncntn, Squaw-weed, 
Cokash, False Valerian, Female Regulator. 
Properties,—Diuretic, diaphoretic and tonic. Used in urinary 
and uterine diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Life Root. 
P., <T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Licorice. Glycyrrhiza Glabra. The Boot. 
Properties.—Demulcent, emollient, well adapted to soothe irrita- 
tions of the mucous membranes of the bowels and urinary passages. 
Generally used in combination with other medicines. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Licorice. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Ilot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. A good demulcent for irrita- 
tion of the bronchial passages. 
Liverwort. Ilepatica Americana. The Plant. 
Properties.—A mild, mucilaginous astringent, useful in fevers 
and lung complaints. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Liverwort. 
I\, J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, i 1 Pint. 
Syrup of Liverwort. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 6 Fluid Ounces. 
Lobelia.—Lobelia Tnfiata. The Plant and Seeds. 
Common Names.—Wild or Indian Tobacco, Emetic Herb, 
Puke-Weed. 
Properties.—Emetic, expectorant, and diaphoretic. Formulae. 
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FORMULiE. 
Tincture of Lobelia. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, as an anti-spasmodic, one to three drachms. As an 
emetic, half ounce. 
Infusion of Lobelia. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, ....... 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, as an emetic, one fluid ounce every half hour, until 
the desired effect is produced. 
Syrup of Lobelia. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls as expectorant. 
Lobelia Comp. 
Composed of Lobelia, Blood Boot and Skunk Cabbage. 
Properties.—Emetic, and in small doses diaphoretic and expecto- 
rant. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Lobelia Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, as an antispasmodic, one to three drachms. As an 
emetic, half ounce. 
Logwood. Hematoxylon CanvpecManum. 
Properties.—Tonic and astringent; may be used with advantage 
in diarrhoea, dysentery, in the relaxed condition of the bowels follow- 
ing cholera-infan turn. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Logwood. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, , . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to iwo dracbms. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Lungwort. Pulmonaria Officinalis. The Plant. 
Properties.—Demulcent and mucilaginous. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Lungwort. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Lupuline. U. s. P. 
(The yellow powder attached to the strobiles of Humulus Lupulus.) 
Properties.—Tonic and moderately narcotic. Has been found by 
Dr. Page to bo effectual as an an.aphrodisiac in the treatment of gon- 
orrhoea, spermatorrhoea, and other irritated conditions of the genito- 
urinary apparatus. 
Tincture Lupuline. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Mandrake. Podophyllum Peltatum. The Root. 
Common Names.—May Apple, Wild Lemon, Raccoon Berry, 
Wild Mandrake, etc. 
Properties.—The fresh root is an irritant poison when taken in 
overdoses, producing griping, and bloody discharges. Administered 
in suitable doses, it is a sure and valuable cathartic, hydragogue, alter- 
ant, and, in some cases, sialagogue. Its medicinal properties are due 
principally to the resinoid contained in the root, which, when properly 
prepared, is a light powder of a bright lemon color. It has acquired 
considerable reputation as a remedy for diseases of the liver. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Mandrake. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. Formulas. 
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Mandrake Comp. 
(Composed of Mandrake, Senna and Jalap.) 
Properties.—Cathartic and laxative. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Mandrake Comp. 
P., J. & Ch.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Dituted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Syrup of Mandrake Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Mandrake Comp., 4 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Ginger, . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Syrup, 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Matico. Piper Angustifolium. The Leaves. 
Properties.—Styptic, also stimulant and tonic. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Matico. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Infusion of Matico. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Motherwort. Leomirus Cardiaca. The Plant. 
Properties.—Emmenagogue, nervine and antispasmodic; usually 
given in warm infusions in amenorhcea from colds, or in suppressed 
lochia. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Motherwort. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounee. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 68 
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Nux Vomica. Strychnos Nux Vomica. The Seeds. 
Properties.—An active poison in overdoses. In suitable medi- 
cinal doses its action is peculiar; in small doses it acts as a tonic, and 
is said to be diuretic, and even laxative. When given in larger doses, 
so as to bring the system decidedly under its influence, its action ap- 
pears to be directed chiefly to the nerves of motion. It has proved an 
excellent remedy in obstinate constipation dependent upon the de- 
ficient contractility of the bowels; in these cases it should be com- 
bined with other laxatives. 
formula:. 
Tincture of Nux Vomica. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract. . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Dose, one to two drachms. 
Opium, Aqueous. 
A preparation of Opium which produces less cerebral distress and 
excitement than the alcoholic preparations, with little tendency to 
produce constipation. Strength the same as laudanum. Intended as 
a substitute for McMunn’s Elixir. 
FORMULAS. 
Wine of Aqueous Opium. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 P'luid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 1 Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, one to four teaspoonfuls. 
Orange Peel. Citrus Aurantium. The Rind op the Fruit. 
Properties.—Aromatic, tonic. Usually combined with tonic bit- 
ters, imparting an agreeable flavor. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Orange Peel. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Syrup of Orange Peel. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. Formulae. 
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Orange Comp. 
(Composed of Orange and Aromatics.) 
Properties.—(See Aromatic.) The Fluid Extract of Orange Com- 
pound is peculiarly adapted to render more agreeable the taste of Fluid 
Extracts Cinchona, Gentian, Quassia, all the Tonic Bitters, and the 
Valerianates of Quinia, Ammonia, Iron and Zinc. 
Used in combination, one-half to four drachms to the ounce. 
Orris Root, iris Florentina. The Root. 
Properties.—Cathartic. In large doses, emetic. Seldom used, 
except for flavoring purposes. 
J5F” This Fluid Extract is a delightful addition to perfumes for the 
handkerchief, cologne, etc. 
Pareira Brava. Cissampelas Pareira. The Root. 
Properties.—Diuretic and tonic. Used for chronic inflammation 
of the bladder, and diseases of the urinary organs. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Pareira Brava. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Infusion of Pareira Brava. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-halQto one ounce. 
Pellitory. Ananydus Pyrethrum. The Root. 
Common Names.—Pellitory of Spain, Spanish Chamomile. 
Properties.—A powerful irritant, used almost exclusively as a 
sialagogue in certain forms of headache, rheumatic and neuralgic affec- 
1ions of the face, or as a local stimulant in palsy of the tongue and 
throat, and in relaxation of the uvula. An excellent remedy for tooth- 
ache. Used hy dentists as a local application to carious teeth, with a 
view to its benumbing effect before plugging. 
FORMULAE. 
Decoction Pellitory. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . % Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Use as a gargle. 70 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Pennyroyal. Hedeoma Pulegioides. The Plant. 
Common Names.—Tick-Weed, Squaw-Mint. 
Properties.—Stimulant, diaphoretic, and emmenagogne. It yields, 
by distillation, an essential oil of light-yellow color. The oil is often 
used as a rubefacient externally; and internally, when diluted with 
alcohol, as a diffusible stimulant. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Pennyroyal. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, as a diaphoretic, one to fluid ounces. When used as 
an emmenagogue, it should be preceded by a warm hip-batli. 
Peppermint, Mentha Piperita. The Herb. 
Properties.—Diifusible stimulant, and antispasmodic. Used in 
flatulent cholic, and to check nausea aud vomiting. 
formulas . 
Infusion of Peppermint. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four ounces. 
Pinkroot. Spigelia Marilandica. The Root. 
Common Names— Worm Grass, Carolina Pink. 
Properties.—Anthelmintic. Seldom used alone, and considered, 
in overdoses, to act as a narcotic poison. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Pinkroot. 
P., <T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to four ounces. 
Pinkroot Comp. (Compound of Pinkroot, Savin, Senna and 
Manna.) 
Properties.—Anthelmintic. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Pinkroot Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, oue-lialf to two ounces. Formulae. 
Pinkroot and Senna. 
Properties.—Anthelmintic. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Pink and Senna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol 1 Pint. 
Mix, Dose, one-half to two ounces. 
Pipsissewa, Chimaphila Umbelluta. The Plant. 
Common Names—Winter Green, Prince’s Pine, Ground lloily. 
Properties.—Diuretic, tonic, alterative and astringent. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Pipsissewa. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Plantain Leaves. Plantago Major. 
Properties.—Alterative, diuretic and antiseptic. Reputed as an 
antidote to the bites of venomous serpents, spiders and insects. 
Pleur:sy-4?OOt. Asclepias Tubensa. The Root. 
Common Names—Butterfly-Weed, Wind-Root, Tuber Root, 
White Root. 
Properties.—Diaphoretic and antispasmodic. Jt has obtained a 
reputation in diseases of the respiratory organs, more particularly in 
pleurisy, inflammation of the lungs, and catarrhal affections. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Pleurisy-Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol. 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Infusion of Pleurisy-Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to four fluid ounces. 72 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Poke-Root. Phytolacca Decandra. • 
Common Names— Garget, Pigeon.Berry, Scoke, Coakum. 
Properties.—Emetic, cathartic, alterative, and somewhat nar- 
cotic. Has acquired reputation as a remedy for syphilitic and rheumat- 
ic affections. 
FORMULA. 
Tincture of Poke-Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Syrup of Poke-Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Simple Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Pomegranate Bark. Punica Granatum. The Bark of 
Root. 
Properties.—Used by the ancients as a vermifuge. The Mahom- 
etan physicians of Hindostaii consider it a specific against Taenia. 
Poplar Bark. Poputus Tremuloides. 
Common Names—White Poplar, American Poplar, Aspen. 
Properties.—Tonic and febrifuge; used in intermittcnts. 
Poppy-Heads. Papaver Somniferum. The Capsules. 
Properties.—Anodyne, calming irritations and promoting sleep. 
Used in pulmonary affections. It is a favorite ingredient in Soothing 
Syrup for children. 
FORMULAE. 
Svrup of Poppy-Head. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Prickly Ash. Xanthoxylum Fraxineum. The Bark. 
Common Names—Suter Berry, Toothache-Tree, Yellow-Wood. 
Properties.—Stimulant, tonic and alterative. Formulae. 
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FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Prickly Ash. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Tincture of Prickly Ash. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Prickly Ash Berries. Xanthoxylum Fraxineum. The 
Berries, 
Common Name—Suter Berry. 
Properties.—Stimulant, carminative and antispasmodic, acting 
especially on the mucous tissues. In combination, this remedy is 
valuable in chronic rheumatism and tertiary syphilis. This remedy 
was used with great success in Asiatic Cholera in Cincinnati. There 
is a material difference in their influence on the system between the 
bark and berries, which should always be had in view. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Prickly-Ash Berries. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one drachm. 
Quassia. Picrcena Excelsa. Quassia Amara. The Wood. 
Properties.—A purely hitter tonic, which invigorates the system 
without increasing the action of the heart. It is particularly adapted 
to that debilitated state of the digestive organs which sometimes suc- 
ceeds acute diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Quassia. 
P., J. & Co.'s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Infusion of Quassia. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, onc-half to one ounce. 74 
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Queen of the Eupatorium Purpurium. The 
Root. 
Common Names -Gravel-Root, Purple Donnet, Joe-Pie, 
Trumpet-Weed. 
Properties.—Diuretic, tonic, somewhat stimulant and astringent. 
It has acquired a reputation for gravel, st’anguary and all chronic 
diseases of the urinary organs. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Queen of the Meadow. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fin'd Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one ounce. 
Infusion of Queen of the Meadow. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two ounces. 
Rhatany. Krameria Triandria. The Root. 
Properties.—A powerful astringent, and gently tonic. It may 
be used advantageously in chronic diarrhoea, dysentery and passive 
hemorrhages ; also used externally as a wash and gargle. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Rhatany. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
Rhubarb. Rheum. The Root. 
Properties.—Cathartic, tonic and astringent. Its astringency is 
exerted after its cathartic effect is produced, thus making it a very 
valuable remedy in bowel complaints. Its tonic power also makes it 
a valuable remedy for habitual constipation and dyspepsia. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Rhubarb. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Ext. Cardamom Comp. 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. Formula:. 
Tincture of Rhubarb Comp. 
P.. J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Rhubarb, . 1% Fluid Ounces- 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Licorice, . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Ginger, . . Drachms. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Saffron, . . 1% Drachms, 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-lialf to one fluid ounce. 
Rhubarb-Aromatic. 
Properties.—Laxative; used with advantage for bowel com- 
plaints of children. 
FORMULAE. 
Syrup of Rhubarb-Aromatic. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Simple Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Rhubarb and Senna. 
Properties.—Cathartic. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Rhubarb and Senna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Rosin Weed. Silphium Grumnieferum. The Plant. 
Common Name.—Indian Cup Plant. 
Properties.—Tonic, diaphoretic, alterative and emetic. Very 
beneficial in dry obstinate coughs and intermittent fevers. Said to 
cure heaves in horses. 
Rue. Buta Graveolens. 
Properties.—A powerful emmenagogue in large doses. In suit- 
able doses, used in amenorrhoea, and as a vermifuge. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Rue 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, ...... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 76 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Saffron. Crocus Sativus. 
Properties.—Emmenagogue and diaphoretic. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Saffron. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, ...... 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Syrup of Saffron. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. A popular remedy for teething 
children. 
Sage. Salvia Officinalis. The Tops and Leaves. 
Properties.—Tonic, astringent and diaphoretic. Much used in 
the form of “hot sage tea,” as a diaphoretic. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Sage, 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to four ounces, repeated as required. 
Sarsaparilla. Smilax Officinalis. The Roots. 
Properties.—Sarsaparilla is considered by many authors a valua- 
ble alterative. Used in eruptive and scrofulous diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Syrup op Sarsaparilla. 
P., -T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to four teaspoonfuls. 
Sarsaparilla Para. 
Sometimes called the Brazilian. Is less used in the United 
States than the other varieties. It has commanded a higher price in 
Europe, and is more highly esteemed by practitioners there. Dr. Han- 
cock considers it the most valuable variety of this drug. : Formulae. 
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Properties.—Experience of practitioners place its efficacy be- 
yond a reasonable doubt. Its most extensive application is in the 
treatment of syphilitic and syphiloid diseases. Its mode of action is 
less evident than its ultimate effects, and therefore, being in ignor- 
ance of its precise modus operandi, we call it an alterative, as those 
medicines are named which change existing morbid actions, without 
obvious influence over any of the functions. 
Sarsaparilla Comp. 
(Compound of Sarsaparilla, Licorice, Sassafras, Mczerion, etc.) 
Properties.—Alterative. 
formulae. 
Syrup Sarsaparilla Compound. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Sarsap. Comp., 4 Fluid Ounces. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Guaiac, . . % Fluid Ounce. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Senna, . . X Fluid Ounce. 
Alcohol, 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Oil Wintergreen, 3 Drops. 
Oil Sassafras, >\ 5 Drops. 
Oil Anise, ,5 Drops. 
Hot Syrup, 2 Pints. 
Dissolve the oils in the alcohol, add the fluid extracts, then add 
syrup and strain. Dose, half ounce, three times a day. 
Sarsaparilla and Dandelion. 
Properties.—Alterative. Useiul in eruptive and scrofulous 
diseases. 
Sassafras Bark. Laurus Sassafras. The Bark of the Root. 
Properties.—Aromatic, stimulant, alterative, diaphoretic and 
diuretic; used principally in combination with other alteratives to im- 
part flavor. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Sassafras. 
P,, J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Savine. Juniperus Sabina. The Leaves. 
Properties.—Emmenagogue, diuretic, diaphoretic and anthelmint- 
ic. Should be used with caution, as it may produce fatal results. 
Skull-Cap. Scutellaria Lateriflora. The Plant. 
Common Names.—Blue Skull-Cap, Side Flowering Skull-Cap, 
Mad-Weed, Hood-Wort. 
Properties.—Nervine and antispasmodic. Often used in combi- 
nation with Valerian and Hops. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Skull Cap. 
P., <T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one wineglassful two or three times per day. A spe- 
cific for Tic Dolereux. 
Skull-Cap Compound. 
(Composed of Skull-Cap, Ladies’ Slipper, Hop and Lettuce.) 
Properties.—A valuable tonic, possessing tonic properties. 
Seneka. Polygala Senega. The Root. 
Common Name—Seneka Snake-Root. 
Properties.—In large doses, emetic; in smaller doses, expector- 
ant, diuretic and diaphoretic. Much used in diseases of the bronchial 
passages, pneumonia, humoral asthma, and incipient croup. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Seneka. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Strup of Seneka. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . , . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one teaspoonful. Formulae. 
Senna. Cassia Acutifolia. The Leaves. 
Properties.—A prompt, efficient and safe cathartic. Very useful 
in febrile diseases. It acts principally upon the small intestines. It 
is apt to cause griping pains, which are modified by combining with it 
aromatics as correctives, and also by the mode of preparing it for use. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Senna. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Senna and Jalap. 
Properties.—Cathartic. Superior to Jalap, not so violent in its 
action. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Senna and Jalap. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Senna and Jalap, 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 13 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Snakeroot. Aristotochia Serpenlaria. The Root. 
Common Names.—Virginia Snakeroot, Snakeweed, Snagrel. 
Properties—Stimulant, tonic and diaphoretic. Useful in typhoid 
fevers ; and when combined with Cinchona Bark, has proved service- 
able in intermittents. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Snakeroot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Syrup of Snakeroot. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . * 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Skunk-Cabbage. Symplocarpus Fcetidus. The Eoot. 
Properties.—Stimulant, antispasmodic and narcotic. In large 
doses it occasions nausea and vomiting, with headache, vertigo and 
dimness of vision. 80 
Parke, Jennings & Co.'s Catalogue. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Skunk-Cabbage. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, , . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two drachms. 
Spearmint. Meniha Viridis. The Herb. 
Properties.—An aromatic stimulant, antispasmodic and carmi- 
native. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Spearmint. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid ounces. 
Spikenard. Aralia Racemosa. 
Common Names—Pettymorrel, Life of Man. 
Properties.—Gentle stimulant, diaphoretic and alterative. Used 
in rheumatic, syphilitic and cutaneous affections. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Spikenard. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Squill. SciUa Maritima. The Root. 
Pboperties.—In overdoses, poisonous. In medicinal doses, ex- 
pectorant, diuretic and emetic. A favorite domestic remedy for pul- 
monary affections. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Squill. 
P., J. & C<T.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Syrup of Squill. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounc«. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Acetic Acid, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Mix. Dose, thirty drops to one teaspoonful. Formula. 
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Squills Compound. 
(Compound of Squill and Senega,) 
Properties.—In large doses, emetic. In smaller doses, expector- 
ant, diuretic and diaphoretic. Much used in diseases of the bronchial 
passages, pneumonia, asthma, and incipient croup. 
formulae. 
Syrup Squill Comp. (Hive Syrup.) 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract. ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Tartar Emetic, ...... 12 Grains. 
Mix. Dose, for children, ten drops to one drachm, repeated every 
twenty minutes, until vomiting is produced. 
Stillingia.- Stillingia Sylvatica. The Root. 
Common Names— Queen's Delight, Yaw Root, Silver Leaf, 
Cock-up-Hat. 
Properties.—In large doses, emetic and cathartic ; in some in- 
stances leaving a disagreeable sensation in the stomach and aliment- 
ary canal, with more or less prostration of the system. In small doses, 
a powerful alterative, and used extensively in eclectic practice as a 
remedy for scrofula, syphilitic and hepatic affections. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Stillingia. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract,.... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Infusion of Stillingia. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Stillingia Compound. 
Properties.— A most powerful and effective alterative, extensive- 
ly used by many practitioners in syphilitic, scrofulous, mercurial and 
glandular diseases. 
FORMULAE. 
Syrup Stillingia Comp. 
P., J. & Co.’s Compound Fluid Extract, . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half drachm, three times a day. 82 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Stramonium. Batura Stramonium. The Leaves. 
Common Names.—Apple Peru, Thorn Apple, Jamestown Weed, 
Jimpson Weed. 
Properties.—In overdoses, a narcotic poison In medicinal 
doses, sedative, antispasmodic, and anoydyne. It has proved service- 
able in mania, delirium tremens, epilepsy, gastritis, enteritis, etc. 
formula:. 
Tincture of Stramonium Leaves. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract of the Leaves, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, thirty drops to one teaspoonful. 
Sumac. Rhus Glabrum. The Bark. 
Properties.—Tonic, astringent and antiseptic. Used as a gargle 
in inflammation and ulceration of the throat. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Sumac. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Water 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Used as a gargle or wash for offensive ulcers. 
Tag Alder. Alnus Rubra. The Bark. 
Common Names.—Ked Alder, Smooth Alder, Common Alder. 
Properties.—Emetic, astringent and alterative. Used in scrofula 
and secondary syphilis. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Tag Alder. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Tansy. Tanacetum Vulgare. The Plant. 
Properties. Tonic, emmenagogue and diaphoretic. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of Tansy. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two ounces. Formula:. 
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Thyme. Thymus Vulgar is. Thf IIerb. 
Properties.—Tonic, emmenagogue and antispasmodic. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Thyme. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 
Turkey Corn. Corydalis Formosa. The Root. 
Common Names.—Wild Turkey-Pea, Choice Dielytrea, 
Stagger-Weed. 
Properties.—Tonic, diuretic, and powerful alterative. Exten- 
sively used in eclectic practice, in syphilitic and scrofulous diseases. 
It contains an alkaloid principle, to which the name of Corydalia has 
been given, which is said to possess all the properties of the hulb. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Turkey Corn. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls. 
Infusion of Turkey Corn. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, from one to two fluid ounces, three times per day. 
Tumeric. Curcuma Longa. The Rhizoma. 
Properties.—An aromatic stimulant. At present it is only em- 
ployed to impart color to pharmaceutical preparations. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Tumeric. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 84 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Unicorn Root. Aletris Farinosa. The Root. 
Common Names.—Ague Root, Colic Root, Crow Corn, Drooping 
Star Wort, Devil’s Bit, Star Grass. 
Properties.—Tonic, diuretic and vermifuge. Used extensively 
in diseases of the uterine organs, and is supposed to exert a specific 
influence on the uterus itself, imparting tone and vigor to the repro- 
ductive organs. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Unicorn Root. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Syrup of Unicorn Root. 
P., ,T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Uva U rsi. Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi. The Leaves. 
Common Names.—Mountain Cranberry, Bearberry, Mountain Box. 
Properties.—Astringent, tonic and diuretic. Our preparation of 
this valuable medicine has received great commendations in urinary, 
complaints, and has been used with success in chronic diseases of the 
bladder. 
FORMULA. 
Tincture of Uva Ursi. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four teaspoonfuls. 
Syrup of Uva Ursi. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fiuid Ounces. 
Ilot Syrup, ..'.... 1 Pint. 
Dose, two to four teaspoonfuls. 
1 Valerian. Valeriana Officinalis. The Root. 
Properties.—Diffusible stimulant, sudorific and antispasmodic. 
I A popular officinal remedy, promoting sleep, relieving pain, and allay- 
I ing nervous excitement. Prepared by our process, it retains the oil 
j and acid upon which its virtues depend. Formulae. 
formulae. 
Tincture of Valerian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-lialf to one fluid ounce. 
Ammoniated Tincture of Valerian. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Valerian, . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Aromatic Spirits of Ammonia, ... 1 Pint- 
Mix, Dose, one to two teaspoonfuls, diluted. Antispasmodie 
and stimulant. 
Veratrum Vi ride. The Root. 
Common Names.—American Hellebore, Swamp Hellebore, Itch 
Weed, Indian Poke. 
Properties.— In large doses poisonous. In medicinal doses it 
acts as an arterial sedative, diminishing ihe action of the heart and 
arteries to a degree which is said to be unequaled by any other medi- 
cine. This makes it a valuable remedy in inflammatory diseases, as 
fevers, rheumatism and pneumonia. It is also expectorant, diapho- 
retic, and alterative in small doses, but should be used with caution. 
Veratrum Viride has acquired a reputation as a remedy in some 
diseases of the skin when used in the form of ointment or lotion. 
Antidotes.—Morphia or laudanum in full doses, given in strong 
coffee. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Veratrum Viride. 
P , J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one half to one teaspoonful. 
Vervain. Verbena Hastata. The Root. 
Common Names.—Wild Hyssop, Simpler’s Joy. 
Properties.—Tonic, emetic, expectorant and sodorific. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Vervain. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Ilot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one to two fluid ounces. 86 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Wahoo. Euonymus Atropurpureus. The Bark of the Root. 
Common Names.—Indian Arrow Wood, spindle Tree, 
Burning Bush. 
Properties.—Tonic, alterative and laxative. Has been advanta- 
geously used in intermittents, constipation and dyspepsia. 
FORMULAS. 
Tincture of Wahoo. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Syrup of Wahoo. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Hot Syrup, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. 
Water Pepper. Polygonum Punctatum. The Herb. 
Common Name.—Smart Weed. 
Properties.—Stimulant, diuretic, emmenagogue and antiseptic. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Water Pepper. 
P., .T. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. 
White Oak Bark. Quereus Alba. 
Preparations.—Astringent and somewhat tonic. Used internally 
with advantage in obstinate chronic diarrhoea and certain forms of pas- 
sive hemorrhage. Externally used as an astringent wash, gargle or 
injection. 
FORMULAE. 
Infusion of Oak Baric. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . , 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, one-half to one fluid ounce. Formula. 
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White Hellebore. Veratrum Album. 
Properties.—A violent irritant poison, occasioning, when snuffed 
| up iu the nostrils, severe coryza, and when swallowed, severe vomit- 
ing, with profuse diarrhoea. When it proves fatal, narcotic symptoms 
are superadded. 
Great care should be taken in its use, even externally. 
Antidotes —Coffee, as a drink and injection. Stimulants, to 
overcome the depressed condition of the heart and arteries, and opiates 
and demulcenis, to relieve internal inflammation. 
FORMULA!. 
Wine White Hellebore. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 10 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, sixteen to thirty drops. 
Infusion White Hellebore. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water 1 Pint. 
Used as a wash in parasitic diseases of the skin, etc. 
Wine White Hellebore Comp. 
Laudanum, 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Wine White Hellebore, .... 3 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, half to two drachms. Used as a substitute for Hus- 
son’s Eau Medicinaie, as a specific for gout. 
White Wood. Liriodendjmn Tulipefera. The Bark. 
Common Names.—Tulip Tree, White Poplar. 
Properties.—Aromatic, stimulant tonic. Used in intermittents, 
chronic rheumatism and hysteria. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion of White Wood. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four fluid ounces. 
Wild Yam. Dioscorea Yillosa. The Root. 
Common Name.—Colic Root. 
Properties.—Antispasmodic. Has been used with great success 
in billions colic, giving prompt and permanent relief in the most se- 
vere cases. 88 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
Wild Indigo. Baptisia Tinctoria. The Root. 
Common Names.—Rattle Bush, Horse-Fly Weed. 
Properties.—Purgative, emetic, astringent and antiseptic. Used 
principally on account of its antiseptic virtues. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture of Wild Indigo. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, one to three drachms. 
Wintergreen. Gaultheria Procumbens. The Leaves. 
Common Names—Partridgeberry, Checkerberry. 
Properties —Stimulant, aromatic and astringent. It is much 
used in conjunction with other preparations on account of its agreea- 
ble flavor and taste. 
Witch Hazel. Hamamelis Virginica. The Leaves and Bark. 
Properties.—Tonic, astringent and sedative. Useful in checking 
hemorrhages and excessive mucous discharges. 
FORMULAS. 
Infusion Witch Hazel. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Hot Water, 1 Pint. 
Mix. Dose, two to four ounces, throe times per day, to check the 
hemorrhages. Can be used in the form of an injection in dysentery. 
Wormwood. Artemisia Absinthium. The Tops and Leaves. 
Properties.—Tonic, anthelmintic, and narcotic. Steeped in wine 
or diluted alcohol, it is used to promote the appetite, and as a domes 
tic external application for bruises, swellings and sprains. 
FORMULA. 
Tincture of Wormwood. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Diluted Alcohol, 14 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four teaspoonfnls. 
Winb of Wormwood. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, ... 1 Fluid Ounce. 
Sherry or Native Wine, .... 4 Pints. 
Mix. Dose, for an adult, one wineglassful. Taken before meals 
to promote the appetite. Formulae. 
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Wormseed. Chenopodium Anthelminticum. 
Properties.—Anthelmintic and antispasmodic. 
Yarrow. Achillea Millefolium. The Herb. 
Common Name.—Milfoil. 
Properties.—Slightly astringent; also, astringent and diuretic. 
Yellow Dock. Bumex Crispus. The Root. 
Common Names.—Narrow Dock, Curled Dock. 
Properties.—A valuable alterative, possessing, in the concen- 
trated form of fluid extract, more remedial power than has usually 
been ascribed to it. In the class of diseases to which Sarsaparilla is 
applicable, Yellow Dock will be found a valuable remedy. 
FORMULAE. 
Ointment of Yellow Dock. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract Yellow Dock, 2 Fluid Ounces. 
Lard, ........ 3 Ounces. 
Yellow Wax, 1 Ounce. 
Melt the laid and wax together, add the extract, and stir until 
cold. Used for diseases of the skin. 
Yellow Parilla. Menispermum Canadense. The Root. 
Common Names.—Texas Sarsaparilla, Sarsaparilla, Moonseed, 
Vine Maple, etc. 
Properties.—Tonic, laxative, alterative and diuretic. In large 
doses, increases the action of the pulse, as well as the howels, and 
improves the appetite. In excessive doses, produces vomiting and 
purging. Is said to he superior to the best imported Sarsaparilla. 
Used as a remedy in scrofulous, cutaneous, anthritic, rheumatic, 
syphilitic and mercurial diseases. Also employed in dyspepsia, gen- 
eral debility, and chronic inflammation of the viscera. 
FORMULAE. 
Tincture Yellow Parilla. 
P., J. & Co.’s Fluid Extract, . . . 4 Fluid Ounces. 
Alcohol, 12 Fluid Ounces. 
Mix. Dose, two to four drachms. TABLE OF POISONS 
AND THEIR 
ANTIDOTES. 
We are indebted to Griffith's Universal Formulary for the follow- 
ing valuable table: 
Poisons are usually defined to be substances of an animal, vege- 
table, or mineral nature, which, when administered in a small 
quantity, are capable of producing deleterious effects on the animal 
economy, and, in some instances, of causing the same consequences 
when applied to the surface of the body. But this definition is not 
strictly accurate, and is not applicable to all cases of poisoning; nor 
is it, perhaps, possible to give in a few words such an one as would 
include all poisonous agents. 
[General Antidote for poisoning, in which the nature of the 
poison is unknown :— 
1$. Calcined magnesia, 
Pulverized charcoal, 
Sesqui-oxide of iron, 
Equal parts, in sufficient quantity 
of water. 
This preparation is perfectly innocent, and is very likely tc be ef- 
ficacious, for its ingredients, though simple, are antidotes to the most 
common and active poisons. Bull, de Therap.~\ 
Vegetable Poisons.-—These are very numerous, and possessed 
j of the most different qualities ; some being mere irritants, others 
narcotic irritants—whilst another class are pure narcotics. Parke, Jennings & Co.'s Catalogue. 
Irritants.—This includes a great number of vegetable substances, 
the principals of which are Aloes, Arum, Capsicum, Colocynth, Crea- 
sote, Croton Seeds, Elaterium, Euphorhium, Gamboge, Jalap, Mezereon, 
Castor Seeds, Savin, Scammony, &c. 
Symptoms.—Many of these articles act especially on the bowels, 
and in moderate doses are efficaciously used as purgatives. In large 
doses, they cause hypercatharsis, and much irritation of the stomach 
and bowels. 
Morbid Appearances.—These are various degrees of inflammation 
of the stomach and bowels. 
Tests.—None by means of reagents. The rich yellow color of 
gamboge may sometimes prove a means of its detection; and familiar 
acquaintance with others of the above substances may lead to their 
recognition by smell, taste, See. 
Treatment.—The expulsion of the poison by means of emetics, 
and, when this is effected, copious demulcent drinks in a warm 
state; succeeded by liquid cordial, stimulant, or opiate medicines 
suited to particular circumstances. 
Narcotics.—This is a small class of the vegetable poisons, the 
most important of which are Opium, Hydrocyanic Acid, and Hyoscy- 
amus. 
Symptoms.—A dark, suffused countenance, drowsiness, stupor, 
perfect insensibility, followed by delirium or profound coma; then a 
pallid countenance, deep and stertorous breathing, cold sweats, slow 
and full pulse, cold and livid skin, suspension of all the secretions 
except perspiration; at length, the pulse becomes frequent, feeble 
and thread-like j and, sometimes, convulsions, particularly in 
children. 
Opium. Poisons and their Antidotes. 
93 
Morbid Appearances.—Occasionally redness of the stomach and 
intestines, fluidity of the blood, engorgement of the lungs ; but the 
only post-mortem appearance that appears to occur in all cases is 
turgescence of the vessels of the brain, sometimes with effusion of 
water on its surface or into the ventricles. But this condition of the 
brain does not furnish of itself any evidence of poisoning by opium, 
as it is frequently found to arise from a variety of other causes. 
Tests.—Opium in substance : its peculiar taste, color, and odor 
(especially the latter quality when arising from opium in a softened 
or moist state, and more so if it be moderately heated; as when just 
obtained from the stomach). 
Morphia in the solid state : Is only slightly soluble in water. 
Nitric acid turns it first to an orange, and then to a deep orange-red 
color. Chloride of iron gives a blue color, which is destroyed by 
acids. Iodic acid is decomposed by morphia, and iodine is set free. 
To show this, the acid is to be mixed with starch; on the addition 
of morphia, the iodine combines with the starch, which becomes of 
a blue color, if the quantity be large, or of a reddish or purplish tint, 
if it be small. 
Treatment .—The stomach to be evacuated by means of the 
stomach-pump, as speedily as possible. This is to be pursued until 
the water used no longer has the smell or taste of opium. When a 
stomach-pump can not be procured, or if the patient shall have 
swallowed solid opium, emetics of sulphate of zinc should be ad- 
ministered, until the stomach is freed ; strong decoctions of tea or 
coffee, or other vegetable astringents, are found useful in the inter- 
vals. Cold affusions on the head, chest and spine, have been used 
with great success. Flagellation and other means of arousing the 
patient from a state of lethargy, must also be employed. Bleeding 
should not be resorted to until all the poison has been eliminated, as 
the abstraction of blood tends to promote absorption, and, even then, 94 
Pap.ke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
with much caution. The administration of vinegar is also objection- 
able. The best liquid that can be given is a strong decoction of 
coffee. The various antidotes that have been recommended are 
useless. 
[The evidence, in favor of the successful employment of artificial 
respiration in cases that were apparently desperate, has become so 
strong and unquestionable that no practitioner is justifiable in aband- 
oning his case until this measure has been faithfully tried. Active 
stimulation is often required.] 
Hyoscyamus. 
Symptoms.—Sickness, stupor, dimness of sight, and delirium, fol- 
lowed by coma and much dilatation of the pupils ; pulse at first hard, 
but becoming weak and tremulous; petechiae often making their 
appearance before death. 
Morbid Appearances.—Inflammation of I he stomach, bowels and 
brain. 
Tests.—There are no tests that can be relied upon, except a re- 
cognition of the plant, and the nature of the symptoms. 
Treatment.—The speedy evacuation of the poison by means of 
emetics and purgatives, and the subsequent use of acidulous drinks. 
[The Editor doubts the propriety of the latter recommendation, 
notwithstanding the high European authority in its favor, because 
the use of acidulous drinks will, most certainly, result in the forma- 
tion of soluble salts with the remnants of the hyoscyamia that may 
be in the stomach, thereby adding to the danger. He would sug- 
gest, instead, the free use of vegetable astringents in solution.] 
Narcotico-Irritants.—These are very closely allied in their ef- 
fects to the last class, but have a more direct action on the spinal 
marrow and nerves, as shown by the more frequent occurrence of 
convulsions and paralysis. They differ much from each other in Poisons and teeie Antidotes. 
95 
their action on the system ; most of them, however, owing their 
properties to the presence of an alkaloidal principle. The most im- 
portant are, Digitalis, Veratrum, Conium, Colchicum, Lobelia, Acont- 
tum, Belladonna, Stramonium, Tahacum, Nux Vomica, &c. 
Symptoms.—There are various, but, in general, vertigo, coma, 
delirium, paralysis, or convulsions, with disturbance and pain in the 
stomach and intestines, are observed. Those belonging to the nux 
vomica tribe have marked effects on the spinal marrow, causing 
tetanus and convulsions, but seldom coma or delirium ; whilst, on 
the other hand, squill and foxglove produce symptoms of narcotism, 
preceded by vomiting, and other signs of irritant action on the 
stomach. 
Morbid Appearances.—These, like the symptoms, are very various. 
In some cases, there is inflammation of the stomach and intestines; 
in others, this is wholly wanting. Where there have been symp- 
toms of cerebral disturbance, traces of congestion of the brain are 
usually discernible, but are not found in every case. 
Tests.—Most of these poisons, as before said, owe their deleterious 
powers to the presence of an alkaloidal principle, which is exceed- 
ingly difficult to detect by chemical tests ; hence the strongest evi- 
dence is to be derived from an inspection of the fragments of the 
plant itself, if it has been administered in substance; but this mode 
of discrimination fails where the poison has been taken in the form 
of extract, infusion, or decoction. In such cases, the only reliance 
is on the symptoms and concomitant circumstances. 
Treatment.—This consists in the prompt use of emetics, or the 
stomach-pump, followed by the administration of purgatives. No 
antidote can be relied upon; but, as tannic acid decomposes these 
alkaloids, the free use of decoctions or infusions containing it may 
be resorted to with advantage. 96 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
The following table, from Taylor, “ On Poisons,” will be found 
very useful. 
Poisons. 
Antidotes. 
Mineral Acids, .. - 
f Sulphuric, . 
| Nitric, 
f Magnesia mixed with water or 
j milk ; carbonate of lime ; com- 
) pound chalk powder; soda, po- 
(_ tassa ; the fixed oils, 
j Carbonate of lime. (Chalk or 
j whiting.) 
Carbonate of lime. Sulphate of 
1 
Vegetable Acids, 
Nitro-Muriatic, 
\ Oxalic, 
( Tartaric, 
I Binoxalate of potassa, 
1 
Alkalies, -< 
1 
Salts, j 
' 
; Bitartrate of potassa, . 
; Potassa, soda, ammo- 
nia, and their car- 
bonates, 
' Baryta and its soluble 
salts, 
Carbonate of baryta,. 
Alum, 
Carbonate of soda in solution. 
J Vinegar, lemon juice, citric acid, 
j oil. 
Sulphate of soda, potassa, magnesia 
or lime. 
Mixture of sulphate of magnesia 
and vinegar. 
Carbonate of soda or ammonia. 
NON-METALLIC POISONS. 
METALLIC POISONS. 
Hydrated per-oxide of iron ; hy- 
drated magnesia. 
| Mixture of oil and lime water. 
Arsenic and soluble arsenites, 
Corrosive sublimate and salts of mercury, 
Albumen, gluten, or flour diffused 
in water; milk. 
Soluble salts of lead, The alkaline, or earthy sulphates. 
Carbonate of lead, .. Sulphate of magnesia and vinegar. 
Soluble salts of copper, 
Tartar emetic, - 
Albumen, gluten, flour diffused in 
water; milk. 
Decoctions and tinctures contain- 
ing tannic acid. 
Magnesia. 
Chloride of antimony, Carbonate of soda ; magnesia. 
Salts of tin, Milk; carbonate of soda; magnesia. 
Sulphate or acetate of zinc, Milk; carbonate of soda; magnesia. 
Sulphate of iron, . Carbonate of soda or ammonia. 
Nitrate of silver, Chloride of sodium. 
Opium ; hyoscyamus, 
NARCOTIC POISONS. 
Emetics ; stomach pump ; cold affu- 
sion. Strong decoction of coffee ; 
electro-magnetism; tannic acid. 
Prussic acid, 
Ammonia; chlorine ; cold affusion. TABLES OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES. 
(From King's American Dispensatory.) 
apothecaries’ weight. (Ed.) 
Pounds. Ounces. Drachms. Scruples. Grains. 
Ib i =. 12 = 96 = 288 = $760 
1 I = 8 = 24 =: 480 
31= 3 = 60 
Si =r gr. 20 
Pounds. Ounces. Drachms. Troy Grains. 
11) I = 16 = 256 = 7000 
§1 = 16 = 437.5 
31 = 27-3437 
AVOIRDUPOIS WEIGHT. 
wine measure. (Apothecaries'.) 
Galls. Pints. Fluidoun. Fluidr. Scr. Minims. Troy Grains. 
1=8= 128 = 1024 = 3072 == 61440 = 58317.7980 
Ol = 16 = 128 = 384 = 7680 - 7289.7250 
f§ i = 8 = 24 = 480 — 455-6075 
f3 i — 3 — 60 = 50.9500 
3i = 20 =: 18.9840 
TU 1 = 0.9492 98 
Pat.ke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
FRENCH DECIMAL WEIGHTS AND MEASURES. 
MEASURES AND WEIGHTS. 
Milligramme( 1 oooth of a gramme) = .0154 
Centigramme (iooth of a gramme) = .1 543 
Decigramme (icth of a gramme)= 1.5434 
Gramme (unit of weight) = 15 4340 lh.o-z.dr. gr. 
Decagramme (iogrammes)= 154.3402= 002 34.34 
Hectogramme (100 grammes)= 1543.4023= o 3 1 43.4, 
Kilogramme (icoo grammes) = 15434.0234= 2 8 1 14.02 
Myriagramme (icoco grammes) = i 54340.2344=26 9 4 20.23 
Eng. Cub. In. Apoth’iy. 
Millitre (ioocth of a litre or cubic 
centimetre) .06103 — 16.3 nj, 
Centilitre (1 ccth of a litre)— .61028=: 2.705 fl. dr. 
Decilitie (101 h of a litre)— 6,10280— 3.38111.07. 
Litre (cubic decimetre and unit of 
rapacity) 61.02800= 2.1130c!. 
Decalitre (iolities)= 610.28000= 2.642 galls. 
Imperial. 
Hectolitre (loo litres)= 6102.80000=22.01 galls. 
Kilolitre (1000 litresorcub. mctie)= 61028.00000=2751 bush. 
Myrialitrc (iocoo lities) = 6i028o.00000=34.39 qrs. 
MEASUFES OF CAPACITY. Weights and Measures. 
99 
APOTHECARY MEASURE. 
1 litre = 2.113 5 3 pints. 
2 *e = 4.22706 “ 
3 “ - 6.34059 “ 
4 “ — 8.45412 « 
5 “ = 10.56765 “ 
6 “ =12.68118 “ 
7 “ ~ I4-7947I " 
8 “ = 16.90824 “ 
9 “ = 19.02177 “ 
APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS. 
A teacup commonly contains about three and a half or four fluid - 
ounces of an infusion, decoction, or mixture; a wineglass commonly 
contains about one and a half or two fluidounces; a tablespoon about 
three and a half or four fluidrachms; and a teaspoon about fifty 
minims or one fluidrachm. But these are very uncertain methods 
of measuring, especially where accuracy is required. 
Drops are frequently supposed to be equal to minims, but this is 
uot the case; a drop of some fluid substances will exceed a minim, 
while that of others will fall considerable below’ it. The same fluid 
may vary in the size of its drops, according to the size or form of 
the edge of the vessel from which it is dropped. That fluids vary 
in the number of drops required to make a fluidrachm, will be seen 
by the following table by Mr. E. Durand, oi Philadelphia: 100 
Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
No. of drops 
in 20 minims. 
j No. of minims 
j in 20 drops. 
Acetic acid (crystallizable), 
40 
IO 
Acid hydrocyanic (aq. solution), 
*5 
26.6 
Acid muriatic, 
18 
22.2 
Acid nitric, 
28 . 
14.2 
Acid nitric diluted (i to 7), 
17 
23 • 5 
Acid sulphuric, 
3° 
13 • 3 
Acid sulphuric diluted (1 to 7),. . . 
17 
2 3 • 5 
Alcohol, diluted, 
40 
10 
Alcohol, rectified, 
46 
8.6 
Arsenite of potassa (solution of), 
*9 
21 
Ether, sulphuric, 
Gil of Wormseed, peppermint, anise, 
5° 
8 
olive, cloves, sweet almonds, etc.,. . . . 
Tincture of opium, valerian, assafcetida, 
40 
10 
guaiac, digitalis, cantharides, etc.,. . . . 
40 
10 
Tincture of muriate of iron, 
41 
9 •1 
Vinegar, distilled, 
Vinegar of colchicum, of opium (klack 
19 
21 
drop), of squill, 
26 
15 • 3 
Water, distilled, 
15 
26.6 
Water of ammonia (strong), 
18 
22.2 
Water of ammonia (weak), 
15 
26.6 
Wine, Teneriffe, 
26 
15 • 3 
Wine, antimonia],. . 
24 
16.6 
Wine of colchicum, 
25 
16 
Wine of opium, 
—your. Phil. Coll. Pkarm. I. p. 169. 
26 
*5-3 TABLE OF PROPORTIONATE DOSES FOR 
DIFFERENT AGES. 
GAUBIUS 
TABLE. 
Examples. 
Under 
1 year, 
I-I 5 til 
of a 
full dose; 
or 
4 
grains. 
u 
i 
a 
i-izth 
66 
u 
66 
5 
66 
u 
z 
u 
i-8 th 
66 
a 
66 
7I 
66 
u 
3 
u 
i-6th 
u 
a 
66 
IO 
66 
66 
4 
a 
i - 5 th 
u 
u 
66 
12 
66 
a 
7 
a 
i-3d 
u 
u 
66 
20 
66 
H 
a 
I-half 
66 
a 
66 
3° 
66 
<< 
20 
a 
z-3ds 
u 
u 
66 
40 
66 
a 
ZI 
a 
the full dose, 
1 
drachm. 
a 
63 
a 
ii-izths 
u 
66 
66 
55 
grains. 
u 
77 
66 
5-6ths 
66 
66 
66 
5° 
66 
“ IOO 
66 
z-3ds 
66 
66 
66 
40 
66 
The following is the more simple rule of Dr. Young : 
“For children under 12 years, the dose of most medicines must 
be diminished in the proportion of the age to the age increased by 12. 
Thus, at two years, the dose will be i-7th of that for adults, viz: 
2 _ 1 
—- —. At 21, the full dose may be given.” 
2+12 7 ’ lb 
To the above rule there are certain exceptions; thus castor-oil 
requires to be given in larger proportionate doses, while opium and 102 
Parke, Jennings & Co.'s Catalogue. 
narcotics generally should be administered in smaller proportionate 
quantities. 
Sex, temperament and idiosyncrasy have also a modifying effect upon 
the dose, and they should always be kept in view in the administra- 
tion of medicine.. Females usually require smaller doses than males; 
and persons of sanguine temperament bear depletory medicines better 
than the phlegmatic. EXPLANATION 
or TUE 
PRINCIPAL ABBREVIATIONS 
OCCURRING IN 
PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULAE. 
R. Recipe—Take. 
F. S. A. Fiat secundum artem—Let it be made or prepared ac- 
cording to the rules of the art. 
M. Mi see—Mix. 
M. S. D. Misce, signa, da—Mix the medicine, and deliver it 
afterwards, with the requisite instruction, to the patient (or 
in writing. 
M. F. P. Mistc fiat pulvis—Mix to form a powder. 
M. F. Mixt. Misce fiat mixtura — Mix to form a liquid mixture. 
M. F. Pi';. Misce ft ant pilules—Mix to form pills. 
Div. Divide—Divide. 
Sol. Solve— Dissolve. 
Fasc. j. Fasciculus—An armful. 
Man. j. Manipulus—A handful, a gripe. 
Pugil j. Pugillus or Pugillum—A pinch. 
Cyat. j. Cy at hits—A glassful. 
Cochl. j. Cot h. car or Cochleare—A spoonful. 
Gutt. Gut! a—Drop. 
No. I, 2, 3, etc. The number of pieces or parts, etc., written 
j, ij, iij, iv, v, x. 
Ana, or aa. Of each. Parke, Jennings & Co.’s Catalogue. 
P. Ac. Partes aqualcs—Equal parts. 
Quantum "Sufficit—Asmuch as will suffice. 
L,. Quantum libel—A's much as you like. 
V. Quantum •volucris—As much as you like, 
lb. Libra—A pound. 
3 . Uncia—An ounce. 
3 . Drachma—A drachm or dram. 
3. Scrupulus—A scruple. 
Gr. Granum—A grain. 
Pil. Pilula—A pill. 
Pot. Potio—A potion. 
Pulv, Pulvis—A powder. Pul-vis factus—powdered. 
Tine. Tinctura—A tin.ture. 
Ext Extractum—An extract. 
Chart. Chartula—A small paper. 
Collyr. Collyrium—An eye-water. 
#Collutor. Collutorium—A mouth wash. 
Cong. Congius—A gallon. 
O. Oct. Octarius—A pint. 
. Fluiduncia-—A fluidounce. 
f 3 . Fluidrachma—Ajrfluidrachm. 
lip. or Min. Minimum—A minim. 
Decoct.' Decoction—A decoction. 
Garg. Gargarisma—A gargle. 
Haust. Haustus—A draught. 
Infus. Infusum—An infusion. 
Mass. Massa—A mass. 
Mist. Mistura—A mixture. 
Ss. Semis—A half. 
Zz. Zingiber—Ginger.