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Fine, yellow, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water and in alcohol.

ACTION AND USES: Used locally in parasitic diseases of the skin and as a mild cathartic especially in hemorrhoids.

DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).

_Trochisci Sulphuris et Potassii Bitartratis (Troch. Sulphur. et Pot. Bitart.), Troches of Sulphur and Potassium Bitartrate, N.F._ (Troches of Sulphur and Cream of Tartar).--Each troche contains washed sulphur (0.3 Gm. or 5 grains) and potassium bitartrate (0.06 Gm. or 1 grain) with tragacanth, sugar and oil of orange.

DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.). Dose so small as to be practically worthless.

=*Sulphur Praecipitatum (Sulphur Praec.), Precipitated Sulphur, U.S.P.= (Lac Sulphuris, Milk of Sulphur).--S. Made by precipitating a solution of calcium sulphide with hydrochloric acid.

Fine, pale yellow, odorless, tasteless powder.

ACTION AND USES: Same as those of washed sulphur; more active and irritant.

DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).

=*Sulphur Sublimatum (Sulphur Sublim.), Sublimed Sulphur, U.S.P.= (Flowers of Sulphur).--S.

Fine, yellow powder having a slight, characteristic odor and a faintly acid taste.

ACTION AND USES: Same as those of washed sulphur.

DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).

_Petroxolinum Sulphuratum (Petrox. Sulphur.), Sulphurated Petroxolin, N.F._ (Sulphurated Petrox).--Sublimed sulphur (3%) in linseed oil, oleic acid and liquid petroxolin.

_Petroxolinum Sulphuratum Compositum (Petrox. Sulphur. Co.), Compound Sulphurated Petroxolin, N.F._ (Compound Sulphurated Petrox).--Sulphurated petroxolin (10%), in oil of cade, thymol, eucalyptol, oil of turpentine and liquid petroxolin.

_*Unguentum Sulphuris (Ung. Sulphur.), Sulphur Ointment, U.S.P._--Sublimed sulphur (15%) in benzoinated lard.

_Unguentum Sulphuris Alkalinum (Ung. Sulphur. Alk.), Alkaline Sulphur Ointment, N.F._--Sublimed sulphur (20%) and potassium carbonate (10%) in water and benzoinated lard.

_Unguentum Sulphuris Compositum (Ung. Sulphur. Co.), Compound Sulphur Ointment, N.F._ (Wilkinson's Ointment, Hebra's Itch Ointment).--Sublimed sulphur (15%), oil of cade (15%) and precipitated calcium carbonate in soft soap and lard.

=Sulphuris Iodidum (Sulphur. Iod.), Sulphur Iodide, N.F.=--Washed sulphur (20%) and iodine combined by means of heat.

Brittle, grayish black masses, having a metallic luster, an odor of iodine and a somewhat acrid taste. Almost insoluble in water; alcohol dissolves the iodine, leaving the sulphur.

ACTION AND USES: Used in parasitic skin diseases; antiquated.

=Sumbul (Sumbul), Sumbul, U.S.P.= (Musk-root).--Rhizome and roots.

ACTION AND USES: Formerly exploited as a stimulant and antispasmodic in hysterical conditions. Effect probably psychic.

DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).

_Extractum Sumbul (Ext. Sumbul), Extract of Sumbul, U.S.P._--A pilular extract.

DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).

_Fluidextractum Sumbul (Fldext. Sumbul), Fluidextract of Sumbul, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Musk-root).--Sumbul (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).

_Tinctura Sumbul (Tr. Sumbul), Tincture of Sumbul, N.F._--Sumbul (10%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

=SUPPOSITORIA, SUPPOSITORIES, U.S.P.=--Suppositories are solid bodies of various weights and shapes adapted for introduction into the different orifices of the human body and melting readily at body heat.

=Suprarenalum Siccum (Supraren. Sicc.), Dried Suprarenals, U.S.P.= (Glandulae Suprarenales Siccae, U.S.P., VIII, Desiccated Suprarenal Glands).--The suprarenal glands of animals which are used for food by man, cleaned, dried, freed from fat, and powdered, and containing epinephrine (about 0.5%), the active principle of the suprarenal gland.

A light, yellowish-brown powder, having a slight, characteristic odor. Partially soluble in water.

ACTION AND USES: The action of dried suprarenals is virtually that of epinephrine, but more variable and less conveniently employed.

DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).

=SYRUPI, SYRUPS.=--Syrups are aqueous solutions of medicinal substances rendered palatable by the addition of sugar. For the official syrups see under the names of the principal ingredients. For Syrupus, see under =Saccharum=; for Syrupus Bromidorum, under =Potassii Bromidum=; for Syrupus Ficorum Compositus, under =Ficus=; for Syrupus Hypophosphitum and Syrupus Hypophosphitum Compositus, under =Calcii Hypophosphis=; for Syrupus Ipecacuanhae et Opii, under =Opium=; for Syrupus Phosphatum Compositus, under =Acidum Phosphoricum=; for Syrupus Phosphatum cum Quinina et Strychnina, under =Quininae Hydrochloridum=, and for Syrupus Pini Strobi Compositus cum Morphina, under =Morphinae Sulphas=.

=Talcum Purificatum (Talc. Purif.), Purified Talc, U.S.P.=--A purified native hydrous magnesium silicate, sometimes containing a small amount of aluminum silicate.

A fine white or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder, which adheres to the skin and is slippery to the touch.

ACTION AND USES: Used as a dusting powder, and as a clarifying agent in pharmacy.

=Tamarindus (Tamarind.), Tamarind, N.F.=--The preserved pulp of the fruit.

ACTION AND USES: Mildly laxative. When infused with water, yields an agreeable acid drink.

DOSAGE: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (N.F.).

=Taraxacum (Tarax.), Taraxacum, U.S.P.= (Dandelion).--Rhizome and roots.

ACTION AND USES: Has been used as a bitter tonic (without advantage over gentian) and as a mild laxative in habitual constipation (inferior to drugs like cascara sagrada); has no specific action on the liver.

DOSAGE: 10 Gm. or 2-1/2 drachms (U.S.P.).

_Elixir Taraxaci Compositum (Elix. Tarax. Co.), Compound Elixir of Taraxacum, N.F._--Fluidextract of taraxacum (3.5%), fluidextract of wild cherry (2%), fluidextract of glycyrrhiza, tincture of sweet orange peel, tincture of cinnamon, compound tincture of cardamom and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content, about 28 per cent.

DOSAGE: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).

_Extractum Taraxaci (Ext. Tarax.), Extract of Taraxacum, U.S.P._--A pilular extract.

DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).

_Fluidextractum Taraxaci (Fldext. Tarax.), Fluidextract of Taraxacum, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Dandelion).--Taraxacum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.

DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).

=Terebenum (Tereben.), Terebene, U.S.P.=--Obtained from oil of turpentine by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid.

A colorless, thin liquid, having a thyme-like odor and an aromatic taste. Only slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol (1:3).

ACTION AND USES: Expectorant resembling oil of turpentine, but more pleasant in odor.

DOSAGE: 0.25 Cc. or 4 minims (U.S.P.).

=*Terebinthina (Terebinth.), Turpentine, N.F.=--A solid oleoresin obtained from pine.

ACTION AND USES: Rubefacient; without advantage over turpentine oil.

=Terebinthina Laricis (Terebinth. Laric.), Venice Turpentine, N.F.= (Larch Turpentine).--A viscid oleoresin obtained from European larch.

ACTION AND USES: Similar to those of turpentine; now seldom used.

_Petroxolinum Terebinthinae Laricis (Petrox. Terebinth. Laric.), Venice Turpentine Petroxolin, N.F._ (Venice Turpentine Petrox).--Venice turpentine (20%) in liquid petroxolin.

=*Terpini Hydras (Terpin. Hyd.), Terpin Hydrate, U.S.P.=

Colorless, lustrous, nearly odorless crystals, having a slightly aromatic and somewhat bitter taste. Slightly soluble in water (1:200) and soluble in alcohol (1:13).

ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic, diaphoretic, diuretic; largely used as an expectorant in cases accompanied by free bronchial secretion.

DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).

_Elixir Terpini Hydratis (Elix. Terpin. Hyd.), Elixir of Terpin Hydrate, N.F._--Terpin hydrate (1.75%), tincture of sweet orange peel, spirit of bitter almond, alcohol, glycerin, syrup and water. Absolute alcohol content about 42 per cent.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

_Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Codeinae, N.F._--See under =Codeina=.

_Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Diacetylmorphinae, N.F._--See under =Diacetylmorphina=.

=Terra Silicea Purificata (Ter. Sil. Purif.), Purified Siliceous Earth, U.S.P.= (Purified Kieselguhr, Purified Infusorial Earth).--Silica (SiO{2}).

Fine, bulky, white or nearly white, odorless, tasteless powder. Insoluble in water, acids or dilute solutions of the alkalies.

ACTION AND USES: Used as a clarifying agent in pharmacy.

=*Theobrominae Sodio-Salicylas (Theobrom. Sodio-Sal.), Theobromine Sodio-Salicylate, U.S.P.= (Diuretin).--Sodium theobromine and sodium salicylate in approximately molecular proportions. Contains not less than 46.5 per cent. of theobromine.

White, odorless powder, having a sweetish, saline and somewhat alkaline taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1), slightly soluble in alcohol. Incompatible with acids and has the other incompatibilities of salicylates.

ACTION AND USES: A soluble salt of theobromine, having much the same action as caffeine, except that it does not affect the central nervous system to any extent. Mainly used as a diuretic.

DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).

=*Theophyllina (Theophyll.), Theophylline, U.S.P.= (Dimethylxanthine, Theocin).--An isomer of theobromine.

White, odorless powder, having a bitter taste. Soluble in water (1:100) and in alcohol (1:80).

ACTION AND USES: Has a diuretic action similar to that of theobromine, more powerful, but said to be not so lasting.

DOSAGE: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).

=Thuja (Thuja), Thuja, N.F.= (Arbor Vitae).--Young twigs.

ACTION AND USES: Somewhat irritant; no well-defined indications for its use, but has been recommended as a febrifuge, expectorant and anthelmintic, and as a stimulating remedy in tenesmus and dribbling of urine in the aged.

DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Thujae (Fldext. Thuj.), Fluidextract of Thuja, N.F._--Thuja (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).

=*Thymol (Thymol), Thymol, U.S.P.=--A phenol.

Large, colorless, translucent crystals, having an aromatic thyme-like odor, and a pungent, aromatic taste. Very slightly soluble in water (1:1,010); freely soluble in alcohol (1:1).

ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic and anthelmintic. Used chiefly against the hookworm.

DOSAGE: Antiseptic, 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (U.S.P.); anthelmintic, 1 Gm. or 15 grains, per day (U.S.P.). In the treatment of hookworm disease it should be given in as finely divided state as possible in dosage of from 0.5 to 4 Gm. or from 8 grains to 1 drachm. No fats, oils or alcohol should be given at the same time, for fear of absorption of the drug.

The dosage may be regulated according to age as follows: Up to 5 years of age, 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains; up to 10, 1 Gm. or 15 grains; up to 15, 1.5 Gm. or 24 grains; up to 20, 2 Gm. or 30 grains; above 20, 3 to 4 Gm. or 45 grains to 1 drachm.

_Nebula Thymolis (Nebul. Thymol.), Thymol Spray, N.F._--Thymol (1%) in light liquid petrolatum.

=*Thymolis Iodidum (Thymol. Iod.), Thymol Iodide, U.S.P.= (Aristol).--Chiefly dithymol-diiodide. Should contain not less than 43 per cent. of iodine.

A reddish-brown or reddish-yellow, bulky powder, with a very slight aromatic odor. Insoluble in water or glycerin; only slightly soluble in alcohol.

ACTION AND USES: Antiseptic; used chiefly as a dusting powder. Less efficient than iodoform.

=Thymus (Thymus), Thyme, N.F.=--Tops.

ACTION AND USES: Aromatic and rubefacient; without advantage over camphor.

DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Thymi (Fldext. Thym.), Fluidextract of Thyme, N.F._--Thyme (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

=*Thyroideum Siccum (Thyroid. Sicc.), Dried Thyroids, U.S.P.= (Glandulae Thyroideae Siccae, U.S.P., VIII, Desiccated Thyroid Glands).--The thyroid glands of animals which are used for food by man, freed from connective tissue and fat, dried and powdered. Should contain about 0.2 per cent. of iodine.

A yellowish powder, with a slight characteristic odor.

ACTION AND USES: Used in thyroid deficiency; sometimes in obesity, in which it may be harmful.

DOSAGE: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).

=TINCTURAE, TINCTURES.=--Tinctures with few exceptions are alcoholic or hydroalcoholic extractive preparations of vegetable drugs. The tinctures of potent drugs represent uniformly 10 Gm. of drug in 100 Cc. of the preparation, while tinctures of less potent drugs vary in strength but represent usually 20 Gm. of drug in 100 Cc. of the preparation. For the official tinctures see under the names of the respective drugs. For Tinctura Amara, see under =Gentiana=; for Tinctura Antiperiodica and Tinctura Antiperiodica sine Aloe, under =Quininae Bisulphas=; for Tinctura Aromatica, under =Cinnamomum Saigonicum=; for Tinctura Ipecacuanhae et Opii and for Tinctura Pectoralis, under =Opium=.

=TINCTURAE AETHEREAE, ETHEREAL TINCTURES, N.F.=--When not otherwise directed, ethereal tinctures are to be prepared representing 10 per cent. drug strength, extracted with a mixture of alcohol and ether. Of doubtful advantage over ordinary tinctures.

=TINCTURAE MEDICAMENTORUM RECENTIUM, TINCTURES OF FRESH DRUGS, N.F.= (Tincturae Herbarum Recentium, U.S.P. VIII).--When not otherwise directed, tinctures of fresh drugs are to be prepared by extracting 50 Gm. of the fresh drug with alcohol to make 100 Cc.

=TOXITABELLAE, POISON TABLETS.=--Tablets containing poisons.

=*Tragacantha (Trag.), Tragacanth, U.S.P.= (Gum Tragacanth).--Mixed with 50 parts of distilled water, forms a smooth, nearly uniform, stiff, opalescent mucilage.

ACTION AND USES: Demulcent and ingredient in emulsions.

_Glyceritum Tragacanthae (Glycer. Trag.), Glycerite of Tragacanth, N.F._--Tragacanth (about 10%) in glycerin and water.

_Mucilago Tragacanthae (Mucil. Trag.), Mucilage of Tragacanth, U.S.P._--Tragacanth (6%) in glycerin (18%) and water.

=Trifolium (Trifol.), Trifolium, N.F.= (Red Clover Blossoms).

ACTION AND USES: Inert. Has been used in antisyphilitic and alterative compounds; also as an expectorant.

DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Trifolii (Fldext. Trifol.), Fluidextract of Trifolium, N.F._--Trifolium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

=Trillium (Trill.), Trillium, N.F.= (Beth Root).--Rhizome.

ACTION AND USES: Obsolete, formerly used as astringent and tonic.

DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Trillii (Fldext. Trill.), Fluidextract of Trillium, N.F._--Trillium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).

=*Trinitrophenol (Trinitrophen.), Trinitrophenol, U.S.P.= (Picric Acid).

Pale yellow, odorless crystals, having an intensely bitter taste, and exploding when heated rapidly and when subjected to percussion. Trinitrophenol stains the skin an intense, permanent yellow. Soluble in water (1:78), and in alcohol (1:12).

ACTION AND USES: For the dressing of burns. Internally is highly toxic, producing nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, and stains the skin and mucous membranes a yellow color, simulating jaundice.

DOSAGE: Externally as saturated watery solution or as ointment.

=Triticum (Tritic.), Triticum, U.S.P.= (Couch Grass, Dog Grass).--Rhizome and roots.

ACTION AND USES: Formerly exploited as a diuretic in cystitis and irritable bladder. Now seldom employed.

DOSAGE: 8 Gm. or 2 drachms (U.S.P.).

_Fluidextractum Tritici (Fldext. Tritic.), Fluidextract of Triticum, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Couch Grass).--Triticum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 15 per cent.

DOSAGE: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).

=TRITURATIONES, TRITURATIONS.=--Mixtures containing active drugs in powder form; prepared by mixing the substance (10%) with powdered sugar of milk. For the official trituration see Trituratio Elaterini, U.S.P., under =Elaterinum=.

=TROCHISCI, TROCHES= (Lozenges).--Tablets intended to be dissolved in the mouth for their local effect on the mucous membrane of the mouth and the throat. For the official troches see under the names of the principal ingredients.

=Ulmus (Ulmus), Elm, U.S.P.= (Elm Bark, Slippery Elm).--The inner bark.

ACTION AND USES: Obsolete demulcent.

_Trochisci Ulmi (Troch. Ulmi), Troches of Elm, N.F._--Each troche contains elm, tragacanth, sugar and methyl salicylate.

USES: Demulcent expectorant.

DOSAGE: 1 troche (N.F.).

=UNGUENTA, OINTMENTS.=--Soft, fatty solids, of such consistency that they are readily spread at ordinary temperatures. For the official ointments, see under the names of the respective principal constituents. For Unguentum, see under =Adeps=; for Unguentum Diachylon, under =Plumbi Oxidum=, and for Unguentum Fuscum, under =Camphora=.

=Uranii Nitras (Uran. Nit.), Uranium Nitrate, U.S.P.= (Uranyl Nitrate).--UO{2}(NO{3}){2} + 6H{2}O.

Light, yellow, odorless, somewhat efflorescent, radioactive crystals, having a bitter astringent taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.2); also soluble in alcohol or ether.

ACTION AND USES: Has been used, without adequate justification, in the treatment of diabetes and cancer. Solutions are poisonous and produce glucosuria when injected subcutaneously, even in small doses.

DOSAGE: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.), best administered in simple solutions. Use with caution.

=Uva Ursi (Uva Ursi), Uva Ursi, U.S.P.= (Bearberry).--Leaves.

ACTION AND USES: Mild and slightly antiseptic diuretic used especially in vesical catarrh. Less effective than santal oil.

DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).

_Fluidextractum Uvae Ursi (Fldext. Uvae Ursi), Fluidextract of Uva Ursi, U.S.P._--Uva ursi (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).

=*Valeriana (Valer.), Valerian, U.S.P.=--Rhizome and roots.

ACTION AND USES: Used as "antispasmodic" and "nerve sedative" in hysteria and other nervous excitations. Its influence is largely psychic, owing to its strong, persistent odor.

DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).

_Fluidextractum Valerianae (Fldext. Valer.), Fluidextract of Valerian, N.F._--Valerian (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).

_Tinctura Valerianae (Tr. Valer.), Tincture of Valerian, U.S.P._--Valerian (20%), in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 69 per cent.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).

_*Tinctura Valerianae Ammoniata (Tr. Valer. Ammon.), Ammoniated Tincture of Valerian, U.S.P._--Valerian (20%) in aromatic spirit of ammonia. Absolute alcohol content about 64 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).

=Vanilla (Vanilla), Vanilla, N.F.= (Vanilla Bean).--Cured fruit.

ACTION AND USES: Flavoring.

_Tinctura Vanillae (Tr. Vanill.), Tincture of Vanilla, N.F._--Vanilla, sugar and diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.

=Vanillinum (Vanillin.), Vanillin, U.S.P.=--The odorous principle of vanilla, sometimes prepared synthetically.

Fine, white or nearly white, crystalline needles having the odor and taste of vanilla. Soluble in water (1:100) and freely soluble in alcohol or glycerin.

ACTION AND USES: Used only as a flavoring.

DOSAGE: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).

_Elixir Vanillini Compositum (Elix. Vanil. Co.), Compound Elixir of Vanillin, N.F._--Compound spirit of vanillin (2%), alcohol, glycerin, syrup, tincture of caramel and water. Absolute alcohol content about 8 per cent.

_Spiritus Vanillini Compositus (Sp. Vanil. Co.), Compound Spirit of Vanillin, N.F._--Vanillin, oil of orange, oil of cardamom, oil of cinnamon and alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.

=Veratrina (Veratrin.), Veratrine, U.S.P.= (Veratria).--A mixture of alkaloids from sabadilla seeds.

White or nearly white, odorless powder, intensely irritating to the nasal mucous membrane. Very slightly soluble in water (1:1760) and freely soluble in alcohol (1:2.8).

ACTION AND USES: In its action on peripheral nerve endings, it is said to resemble aconite, but has no material advantage over the latter. Has been applied (in an ointment) as analgesic in neuralgia. It is highly toxic, and caution should be observed in its use, especially where the skin is broken.

_Oleatum Veratrinae (Oleat. Veratrin.), Oleate of Veratrine, N.F._--Veratrine (2%) in oleic acid and olive oil.

_Unguentum Veratrinae (Ung. Veratrin.), Veratrine Ointment, N.F._--Veratrine (4%) in expressed oil of almond and benzoinated lard.

=Veratrum Viride (Verat. Vir.), Veratrum Viride, U.S.P.= (Green Hellebore, American Hellebore).--Rhizome and roots.

ACTION AND USES: Slows the heart and lowers blood pressure. The tincture has been recommended especially in eclampsia, but is now little used.

DOSAGE: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).

_Fluidextractum Veratri Viridis (Fldext. Verat. Vir.), Fluidextract of Veratrum Viride, U.S.P._ (Fluidextract of Green Hellebore).--Veratrum viride (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.

DOSAGE: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims (U.S.P.).

_Tinctura Veratri Viridis (Tr. Verat. Vir.), Tincture of Veratrum Viride, U.S.P._--Veratrum viride (10%). Absolute alcohol content about 91 per cent.

DOSAGE: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.)

=Verbasci Flores (Verbasc. Flor.), Mullein Flowers, N.F.=--Corollas with stamens.

ACTION AND USES: Demulcent, without advantage over acacia, elm, etc.

DOSAGE: 8 Gm. or 2 drachms (N.F.).

=Verbasci Folia (Verbasc. Fol.), Mullein Leaves, N.F.=

ACTION AND USES: Same as those of the flowers.

DOSAGE: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Verbasci Foliae_ [should be _Foliorum_] _(Fldext. Verbasc. Fol.), Fluidextract of Mullein Leaves, N.F._--Mullein leaves (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

=Verbena (Verben.), Verbena, N.F.= (Blue Vervain).--Plant deprived of its root.

ACTION AND USES: Obsolete; said to be tonic, emetic, expectorant and diaphoretic.

DOSAGE: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Verbenae (Fldext. Verben.), Fluidextract of Verbena, N.F._--Verbena (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.

DOSAGE: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).

=Viburnum Opulus (Viburn. Opul.), Viburnum Opulus, N.F.= (Crampbark, High Bush Cranberry Bark).

ACTION AND USES: Slightly bitter; practically inert; was recommended as tonic, antispasmodic and alterative. The market supply is said to have been spurious for many years, consisting of mountain maple (_Acer spicatum_).

DOSAGE: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).

_Elixir Viburni Opuli Compositum (Elix. Viburn. Opul. Co.), Compound Elixir of Viburnum Opulus, N.F._ (Compound Elixir of Crampbark).--Fluidextract of viburnum opulus (7.5%), fluidextract of trillium (15%), fluidextract of aletris (7.5%) and compound elixir of taraxacum. Absolute alcohol content about 35 per cent.

USES: An inefficient mixture sold for use in "female weakness."

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

_Fluidextractum Viburni Opuli (Fldext. Viburn. Opul.), Fluidextract of Viburnum Opulus, N.F._--Viburnum opulus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.

DOSAGE: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).

_Tinctura Viburni Opuli Composita (Tr. Viburn. Opul. Co.), Compound Tincture of Viburnum, N.F._--Viburnum opulus (3.5%), dioscorea (3.5%) and scutellaria (1%), with clove and Saigon cinnamon in glycerin, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.

USES: Irrational mixture used in menstrual disorders.

DOSAGE: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

=Viburnum Prunifolium (Viburn. Prun.), Viburnum Prunifolium, U.S.P.= (Black Haw, Viburnum).--The dried bark.

ACTION AND USES: Has had considerable vogue as a "uterine sedative," in dysmenorrhea and habitual abortion. There is no good evidence that it has any action.