Dosage: 1 pill (N.F.).
Condurango (Conduran.), Condurango, N.F.—A bark.
Action and Uses: Bitter stomachic, introduced especially for cancer cachexia, but without advantage over gentian.
Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Condurango (Fldext. Condurango), Fluidextract of Condurango, N.F.—Condurango (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
CONFECTIONES, CONFECTIONS(Conserves, Electuaries).—Soft, pasty solids consisting of active drugs mixed with sugar and honey.
Conium (Conium), Conium, N.F.(Poison Hemlock,Conium maculatum).—Unripe fruit.
Action and Uses: Source of coniine. Depresses the motor system, but has no definite therapeutic indication.
Dosage: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
Extractum Conii (Ext. Conii), Extract of Conium, N.F.—A hydro-alcoholic extract diluted with glucose, yielding about 2 per cent. of coniine.
Dosage: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Conii (Fldext. Conii), Fluidextract of Conium, N.F.—Conium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (N.F.).
Convallariae Flores (Convallar. Flor.), Convallaria Flowers, N.F.(Lily-of-the-Valley Flowers).
Action and Uses: Believed to act as a cardiac tonic, similar to digitalis, but unreliable.
Dosage: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Convallariae Florum (Fldext. Conval. Flor.), Fluidextract of Convallaria Flowers, N.F.(Fluidextractum Convallariae, N.F. III).—Convallaria flowers (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
Convallariae Radix (Convallar. Rad.), Convallaria Root, N.F.(Lily-of-the-Valley Root).—Rhizome and roots.
Action and Uses: Same as the flowers.
Dosage: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Convallariae Radicis (Fldext. Conval. Rad.), Fluidextract of Convallaria Root, N.F.—Convallaria root (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
*Copaiba (Copaib.), Copaiba, U.S.P.(Balsam of Copaiba, Copaiva).—An oleoresin.
Pale yellow or brownish-yellow, viscid liquid, with an aromatic odor and a persistent, bitter, acrid taste. Insoluble in water and partly soluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: A mild but disagreeable irritant and diuretic. Used especially in the treatment of gonorrhea, but of doubtful efficiency. The copaiba mixtures as listed below were formerly widely used, but are disagreeable, irrational and usually inefficient.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
Massa Copaibae (Mass. Copaib.), Mass of Copaiba, N.F.(Solidified Copaiba).—Copaiba solidified by combination with magnesium oxide.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
Mistura Copaibae (Mist. Copaib.), Copaiba Mixture, N.F.(Lafayette Mixture).—Copaiba (12.5%), spirit of nitrous ether (12.5%), compound tincture of lavender, solution of potassium hydroxide in syrup and mucilage of acacia. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Mistura Copaibae et Opii (Mist. Copaib. et Opii), Mixture of Copaiba and Opium, N.F.(Chapman’s Mixture).—Copaiba (25%), tincture of opium (3.2%), spirit of nitrous ether (25%), and compound tincture of lavender in mucilage of acacia and water. Absolute alcohol content about 29 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Coptis (Coptis), Coptis, N.F.(Goldthread).—Plant.
Action and Uses: Bitter stomachic, possessing no advantage over gentian.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Coptis (Fldext. Copt.), Fluidextract of Coptis, N.F.—Coptis (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
CORDIALES, CORDIALS.—Cordials are sweetened alcoholic liquids.
Coriandrum (Coriand.), Coriander, U.S.P.(Coriander Seeds).
Action and Uses: Aromatic and carminative.
Cornus (Corn.), Cornus, N.F.(Dogwood Bark).—Bark of the root.
Action and Uses: Without definite indications for its use; practically obsolete.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Corni (Fldext. Corni), Fluidextract of Cornus, N.F.—Cornus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 35 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
Corydalis (Coryd.), Corydalis, N.F.(Turkey Corn, Squirrel Corn).—Tubers.
Action and Uses: Formerly exploited as antiluetic, but useless and therefore harmful.
Dosage: 0.65 Gm. or 10 grains (N.F.).
Elixir Corydalis Compositum (Elix. Coryd. Co.), Compound Elixir of Corydalis, N.F.—Fluidextract of corydalis, (6%), fluidextract of stillingia (6%), fluidextract of xanthoxylum (3%), fluidextract of blue flag (9%), potassium iodide (5%), alcohol and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Action and Uses: An irrational and harmful “alterative.”
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Corydalis (Fldext. Corydal.), Fluidextract of Corydalis, N.F.—Corydalis (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
Dosage: 0.65 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
Cotarninae Hydrochloridum (Cotarn. Hydrochl.), Cotarnine Hydrochloride, U.S.P.(Cotarnine Chloride; Stypticin).
Yellow, odorless powder. Freely soluble in water and alcohol, yielding yellow solutions.
Action and Uses: Used to check functional uterine hemorrhage. The mechanism of its action has not been explained, and its efficiency is somewhat questionable.
Dosage: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.).
Coumarinum (Coumar.), Coumarin, N.F.
Colorless, fragrant crystals, with a bitter, burning taste. Sparingly soluble in cold water; freely soluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Perfume and flavor.
Creosoti Carbonas (Creosot. Carb.), Creosote Carbonate, U.S.P.—A mixture of the carbonates of various constituents of creosote, chiefly guaiacol and cresol.
An almost colorless, almost tasteless, odorless viscid liquid. Insoluble in water; freely soluble in alcohol and miscible with chloroform and benzin.
Action and Uses: Passes stomach unchanged; hence is not a gastric irritant; decomposed in the intestines; used as an intestinal antiseptic.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
*Creosotum (Creosot.), Creosote, U.S.P.(Creasote).—A mixture chiefly of guaiacol and cresol, obtained from wood-tar.
An almost colorless, oily liquid, with a penetrating, smoky odor, and a burning, caustic taste. Slightly soluble in water, and miscible with alcohol, ether or fixed or volatile oils.
Action and Uses: Antiseptic; formerly widely used as an intestinal antiseptic and externally to some extent as an antiseptic dressing.
Dosage: 0.25 Cc. or 4 minims (U.S.P.), in capsules.
Aqua Creosoti (Aq. Creosot.), Creosote Water, U.S.P.—Creosote (1%) in water.
Dosage: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
Petroxolinum Creosoti (Petrox. Creosot.), Creosote Petroxolin, N.F.(Creosote Petrox).—Creosote (20%), oleic acid and liquid petroxolin.
*Cresol (Cresol), Cresol, U.S.P.—A mixture of isomeric cresols, C6H4(CH3)OH. Obtained from coal tar.
Colorless, yellowish or brownish liquid, darkening with age and exposure to light, and having a phenol-like odor. Soluble in water (1:50), usually forming a cloudy solution, and miscible with alcohol, ether, petroleum benzin or glycerin.
Action and Uses: Action similar to phenol. Used as a disinfectant and antiseptic. Approximately four times as germicidal as phenol, and no more toxic.
Dosage: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).
*Liquor Cresolis Compositus (Liq. Cresol. Co.), Compound Solution of Cresol, U.S.P.—Cresol (50%) with a potassium soap solution.
Creta Praeparata (Cret. Praep.), Prepared Chalk, U.S.P.(Drop Chalk).—A native calcium carbonate.
White, amorphous, odorless, tasteless powder. Almost insoluble in water, insoluble in alcohol. Decomposed and dissolved by dilute acids.
Action and Uses: Used internally as a mild alkali, as antacid and against diarrhea.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.) as a powder or in suspension.
Mistura Cretae (Mist. Cret.), Chalk Mixture, U.S.P.—Compound chalk powder (20%) with cinnamon water and water.
Dosage: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
Pulvis Cretae Aromaticus.—See underCinnamomum Saigonicum.
Pulvis Cretae Compositus (Pulv. Cret. Co.), Compound Chalk Powder, U.S.P.—Prepared chalk (30%), with acacia and sugar.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
Crocus (Croc.), Crocus, N.F.(Saffron).—Stigmas of the flowers.
Action and Uses: Yellow coloring agent without definite therapeutic indications. Has been used as “stimulant and antispasmodic.”
Tinctura Croci (Tr. Croc.), Tincture of Saffron, N.F.—Saffron (10%) in diluted alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 45 per cent.
Cubeba (Cubeb.), Cubeb, U.S.P.(Cubebs).—Fruit.
Action and Uses: Formerly much used internally as antiseptic, diuretic and as a stimulant to the genito-urinary membranes; also to some extent as a stimulating expectorant. Probably of little value.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.). The oleoresin is preferred.
Fluidextractum Cubebae (Fldext. Cubeb.), Fluidextract of Cubeb, N.F.—Cubeb (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 80 per cent.
Dosage: 1 Cc or 15 minims (N.F.).
Oleoresina Cubebae (Oleores. Cubeb.), Oleoresin of Cubeb, U.S.P.
Dosage: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
Tinctura Cubebae (Tr. Cubeb.), Tincture of Cubeb, N.F.—Cubeb (20%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Trochisci Cubebae (Troch. Cubeb.), Troches of Cubeb, U.S.P.—Each troche contains oleoresin of cubeb(0.02 Gm.) with oil of sassafras, extract of glycyrrhiza and acacia, flavored with syrup of tolu.
*Cupri Sulphas (Cupr. Sulph.), Copper Sulphate, U.S.P.(Cupric Sulphate).—CuSO4+ 5H2O.
Blue, odorless crystals or powder with a metallic taste. Freely soluble in water (1:2.5), and slightly soluble in alcohol (1:500).
Action and Uses: Astringent and in strong solutions corrosive. In large doses a gastric and intestinal irritant producing violent vomiting and purging. Considered one of the best antidotes in phosphorus poisoning.
Dosage: Emetic, 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
Mistura Adstringens (Mist. Adstring.), Astringent Mixture, N.F.(Mistura Adstringens et Escharotica, N.F. III, Villate’s Mixture).—A needlessly complex mixture containing the acetates and sulphates of copper and zinc in dilute acetic acid solution with lead sulphate in suspension.
Cypripedium (Cypriped.), Cypripedium, N.F.(Lady Slipper Root).—Rhizome and roots.
Action and Uses: No definite indications for its use. Has been described as “tonic, stimulant and diaphoretic.”
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (U.S.P.).
Fluidextractum Cypripedii (Fldext. Cypriped.), Fluidextract of Cypripedium, N.F.—Cypripedium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
Damiana (Damiana), Damiana, N.F.(Turnera).—Leaves.
Action and Uses: Ingredient of “lost manhood” nostrums; mildly irritant, but otherwise probably inert.
Dosage2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Damianae (Fldext. Damian.), Fluidextract of Damiana, N.F.(Fluidextractum Turnerae, N.F. III).—Damiana (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
DECOCTA, DECOCTIONS.—Aqueous preparations made by boiling drugs in water and straining. They must be freshly made from the drugs.
Delphinium (Delphin.), Larkspur Seed, N.F.
Action and Uses: Preparations are used externally to destroy pediculi of the hair and of the pubic region.
Tinctura Delphinii (Tr. Delphin.), Tincture of Larkspur, N.F.—Larkspur seed (10%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 90 per cent.
Dextrinum Album (Dext. Alb.), White Dextrin, N.F.—A variable mixture of soluble carbohydrates with unconverted starch.
White, odorless powder, with a sweetish taste. Partly soluble in cold water; completely soluble in three parts of water on boiling.
Action and Uses: Substitute for acacia and other gums.
Pasta Dextrinata (Past. Dextrin.), Dextrinated Paste, N.F.—White dextrin (33%) in glycerin (33%) and water.
Uses: Basis for dermatologic pastes.
Diacetylmorphina (Diacetylmorph.), Diacetylmorphine, U.S.P.(Acetomorphine, Heroin).—An alkaloid prepared from morphine by acetylization.
White, odorless powder. Very slightly soluble in water (1:1700) and soluble in alcohol (1:31) and in chloroform (1:1.4).
Action and Uses: Used as a respiratory sedative to relieve cough. With few exceptions, generally contraindicated in pulmonary tuberculosis. Like morphine, but more toxic and less valuable for the relief of pain. Is habit-forming. SeeMorphina.
Dosage: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 gr. (U.S.P.).
Diacetylmorphinae Hydrochloridum (Diacetylmorph. Hydrochl.), Diacetylmorphine Hydrochloride, U.S.P.(Diacetylmorphine Chloride; Heroin Hydrochloride).
White, odorless, bitter powder. Freely soluble (1:2) in water and soluble in alcohol (1:11).
Dosage: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain (U.S.P.).
Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Diacetylmorphinae (Elix. Terpin. Hyd. et Diacetylmorph.), Elixir of Terpin Hydrate and Diacetylmorphine, N.F.(Elixir Terpini Hydratis cum Heroina N.F. III).—Diacetylmorphine hydrochloride (0.027%) and elixir of terpin hydrate. Absolute alcohol content about 42 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.). This dose contains about 0.001 Gm. or 1/60 grain of diacetylmorphine hydrochloride, and about 0.07 Gm. or 1-1/6 grains of terpin hydrate.
Diastasum (Diastasum), Diastase, U.S.P.—A mixture containing amylolytic enzymes from malt.
Yellowish-white, odorless, tasteless powder or scales. Soluble in water; almost insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: May be mixed with starchy foods to assist their conversion into sugar.
Dosage: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (U.S.P.).
*Digitalis (Digit.), Digitalis, U.S.P.(Foxglove, Digitalis Leaves, Digitalis Folium P.I.).
Action and Uses: Direct cardiac stimulant and diuretic. Used in cardiac decompensation. Most effective when the heart action is rapid and very irregular (auricular fibrillation). Effective in the treatment of edema only when the latter is due to impaired circulation. Very likely to cause disturbance of gastro-intestinal tract.
Dosage: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.). Physicians are advised to specify preparations which have been biologically assayed.
Fluidextractum Digitalis (Fldext. Digital.), Fluidextract of Digitalis, U.S.P.—Digitalis (100%). May be biologically assayed by producing death in the frog. Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
Dosage: 0.05 Cc. or 1 minim (U.S.P.).—Physicians should specify the biologically assayed fluidextract.
*Infusum Digitalis (Inf. Digit.), Infusion of Digitalis, U.S.P.—Digitalis (1.5%), cinnamon water and water. This is an effective form of digitalis, but has no advantage over tinctures of proper potency, and is not so conveniently standardized.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (U.S.P.).
Pilulae Digitalis, Scillae et Hydrargyri (Pil. Digit. Scill. et Hydrarg.), Pills of Digitalis, Squill and Mercury, N.F.(Niemeyer Pills for Dropsy, Guy’s Pills).—Each pill contains digitalis, squill and mass of mercury (each 0.065 gm. or 1 grain) with clarified honey.
Uses: Popular but needlessly complex cardiac diuretic.
Dosage: 1 pill (N.F.).
*Tinctura Digitalis (Tr. Digit.), Tincture of Digitalis, U.S.P.(Digitalis Tinctura P.I.).—Digitalis (10%) in alcohol and water. May be biologically assayed by producing death in frogs. Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.). Physicians should specify the biologically assayed tincture.
Dioscorea (Dioscor.), Dioscorea, N.F.(Wild Yam Root, Colic Root).—Rhizome.
Action and Uses: No established indications for its use; formerly used in the treatment of “abdominal irritation.”
Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Dioscoreae (Fldext. Dioscor.), Fluidextract of Dioscorea, N.F.—Dioscorea (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Drosera (Droser.), Drosera, N.F.(Sundew).—Flowering plant.
Action and Uses: No established indications for its use (formerly used in respiratory diseases).
Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Droserae (Fldext. Droser.), Fluidextract of Drosera, N.F.—Drosera (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Dulcamara (Dulcam.), Bittersweet, N.F.—Stems and branches.
Action and Uses: No established indications for its use. Formerly used as “alterative.”
Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Dulcamarae (Fldext. Dulcam.), Fluidextract of Bittersweet, N.F.—Bittersweet (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. of fluidrachm (N.F.).
Echinacea (Echin.), Echinacea, N.F.—Rhizome and roots.
Action and Uses: The claims for this drug as an “alterative” and antisyphilitic are extravagant and unwarranted. There are no established indications for its use.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Echinaceae (Fldext. Echin.), Fluidextract of Echinacea, N.F.—Echinacea (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
*Elaterinum (Elaterin.), Elaterin, U.S.P.—A neutral principle obtained from the squirting cucumber. The commercial product is variable and may at times be practically inert.
White, odorless powder, with a slightly acrid, bitter taste. Insoluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol (1:325).
Action and Uses: One of the most powerful and irritant of hydragogue cathartics, causing profuse watery evacuations.
Dosage: 0.003 Gm. or 1/20 grain.
Trituratio Elaterini (Trit. Elaterin.), Trituration of Elaterin, U.S.P.—Elaterin (10%).
Dosage: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain (U.S.P.).
ELIXIRIA, ELIXIRS.—Elixirs are sweetened, aromatic, alcoholic liquids similar to cordials. In the administration of an elixir, the effects due to its alcohol content should be borne in mind. The statements of alcohol content of elixirs in this volume refer to percentage of absolute alcohol by volume.
For the various elixirs, see under the names of the principal constituents. For Elixir Aromaticum, Elixir Aromaticum Rubrum and Elixir Glycyrrhizae (Elixir Adjuvans), see underAlcohol; for Elixir Catharticum Compositum, see underFrangula; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum and Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Hypophosphitum, see underQuininae Sulphas; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Ferri, see underFerri Phosphas; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri, Bismuthi et Strychninae and Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Strychninae, see underStrychninae Sulphas; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Bismuthi, see underBismuthi et Sodii Tartras; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Calcii Lactophosphatis, see underCalcii Lactophosphas; for Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum, Ferri et Pepsini, see underPepsinum; for Elixir Ferri, Quininae et Strychninae, and Elixir Gentianae et Ferri, see underFerri Citro-Chloridum; for Elixir Formatum and Elixir Formatum Compositum, see underAcidum Formicum; for Elixir Gentianae et Ferri Phosphatis, see underFerri Phosphas; for Elixir Glycerophosphatum Compositum, see underSodii Glycerophosphas; for Elixir Hypophosphitum, see underCalcii Hypophosphis; for Elixir Hypophosphitum et Ferri, see underFerri Hypophosphis; for Elixir Pepsini, Bismuthi et Strychninae, see underStrychnina; for Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Codeinae, see underCodeina; for Elixir Terpini Hydratis et Diacetylmorphinae, see underDiacetylmorphinae Hydrochloridum; for Elixir Trium Bromidorum, see underAmmonii Bromidum.
*Emetinae Hydrochloridum (Emet. Hydrochl.), Emetine Hydrochloride, U.S.P.—The hydrochloride of the alkaloid emetine, obtained from ipecac.
White, or nearly white, odorless powder, darkening on exposure to light. Freely soluble in water or alcohol.
Action and Uses: Given hypodermically. An effective treatment of amebic dysentery and other amebic diseases.
Dosage: 0.03 Gm. or 1/2 grain.
EMPLASTRA, PLASTERS.—Plasters are solid preparations for external use, serving either as simple adhesives or for the conveyance of drugs. The commercial spread plasters have largely displaced the extemporaneously prepared product. For the various plasters see under the names of the principal constituents. For Emplastrum Elasticum, see underResina; for Emplastrum Fuscum Camphoratum, see underCamphora; for Emplastrum Plumbi, see underPlumbi Oxidum.
EMULSA, EMULSIONES, EMULSIONS.—Emulsions are aqueous preparations in which oils or resins are suspended by means of mucilaginous substances.
For the official emulsions see under the names of the respective oils and resins.
*Ergota (Ergot.), Ergot, U.S.P.(Secale Cornutum, P.I., Ergot of Rye, Spurred Rye).
Action and Uses: Causes powerful tonic, sometimes tetanic contraction of the uterus and of the bloodvessel walls. Checks postpartum hemorrhage by contracting the uterus. Used for excessive menstrual flow and as a circulatory stimulant. Has also been tried but without success in a great variety of other diseases.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (U.S.P.).
Extractum Ergotae (Ext. Ergot.), Extract of Ergot, U.S.P.—A pilular extract of ergot. Probably does not contain some of the valuable constituents of ergot (the alkaloids).
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
Extractum Ergotae Aquosum (Ext. Ergot. Aq.), Aqueous Extract of Ergot, N.F.(Ergoti Extractum P.I.).—A purified aqueous extract.
Dosage: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains (N.F.).
*Fluidextractum Ergotae (Fldext. Ergot.), Fluidextract of Ergot, U.S.P.(Secalis Cornuti Extractum Fluidum, P.I.).—Ergot (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
Tinctura Ergotae Ammoniata (Tr. Ergot. Ammon.), Ammoniated Tincture of Ergot, N.F.—Ergot (25%), ammonia water (10%) in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Eriodictyon (Eriodict.), Eriodictyon, U.S.P.(Yerba Santa).—Yerba santa leaves.
Action and Uses: Said to be expectorant. Its most remarkable property is its power of masking the taste of quinine.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains.
Elixir Eriodictyi Aromaticum (Elix. Eriodict. Arom.), Aromatic Elixir of Eriodictyon, N.F.(Aromatic Elixir of Yerba Santa, Elixir Corrigens).—Fluidextract of eriodictyon (6%), compound elixir of taraxacum (about 44%) and syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 16 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Eriodictyi (Fldext. Eriodict.), Fluidextract of Eriodictyon, U.S.P.—Eriodictyon (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
Syrupus Eriodictyi Aromaticus (Syr. Eriodict. Arom.), Aromatic Syrup of Eriodictyon, N.F.(Aromatic Syrup of Yerba Santa, Syrupus Corrigens).—Fluidextract of eriodictyon, solution of potassium hydroxide, compound tincture of cardamom, oils of sassafras, lemon and clove, alcohol and syrup. Absolute alcohol content about 8 per cent.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
*Eucalyptol (Eucalyptol), Eucalyptol, U.S.P.(Cineol).—A constituent of the volatile oil of eucalyptus.
A colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and a pungent taste, producing a cooling sensation in the mouth. Very slightly soluble in water but miscible with alcohol and chloroform and fixed or volatile oils.
Action and Uses: Employed as a local stimulant, antiseptic and deodorant, largely as a constituent of inhalations, particularly oily sprays.
Dosage: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (U.S.P.).
Nebula Eucalyptolis (Nebul. Eucalyptol.), Eucalyptol Spray, N.F.—Eucalyptol (5%) in light liquid petrolatum.
Petroxolinum Eucalyptolis (Petrox. Eucalyptol.), Eucalyptol Petroxolin, N.F.(Eucalyptol Petrox).—Eucalyptol (20%) in liquid petrolatum.
*Eucalyptus (Eucalypt.), Eucalyptus, U.S.P.(Eucalyptus Leaves, Blue Gum Leaves).
Action and Uses: Principally those of the volatile oil. Not used as such.
Fluidextractum Eucalypti (Fldext. Eucalypt.), Fluidextract of Eucalyptus, U.S.P.—Eucalyptus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (U.S.P.).
Eugenol (Eugenol), Eugenol, U.S.P.—A constituent of oil of clove.
A nearly colorless, thin liquid, with a strong odor of cloves and a pungent, spicy taste.
Action and Uses: Same as those of oil of cloves, over which it has no material advantage.
Dosage: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims.
Euonymus (Euonym.), Euonymus, N.F.(Wahoo Bark).—Bark of the root.
Action and Uses: Obsolete cathartic; toxic digitalis effects. Caution: The uncertain absorption of this drug makes its use inadvisable.
Dosage: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains.
Extractum Euonymi (Ext. Euonym.), Extract of Euonymus, N.F.(Powdered Extract of Euonymus).—A hydroalcoholic extract, 1 Gm. representing the water-alcohol-soluble constituents of 4 Gm. of euonymus.
Dosage: 0.125 Gm. or 2 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Euonymi (Fldext. Euonym.), Fluidextract of Euonymus, N.F.—Euonymus (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 70 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims. (N.F.).
Eupatorium (Eupator.), Eupatorium, N.F.(Boneset, Thoroughwort).—Leaves and flowering tops.
Action and Uses: Domestic diaphoretic “tea.” No established indications for its use.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Eupatorii (Fldext. Eupator.), Fluidextract of Eupatorium, N.F.—Eupatorium (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
Euphorbia Pilulifera (Euphorb. Pilul.), Euphorbia Pilulifera, N.F.(Pill Bearing Spurge).—Entire flowering plant.
Action and Uses: Irritant; formerly used in respiratory diseases, but without established indications.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Euphorbiae Piluliferae (Fldext. Euphorb. Pilul.), Fluidextract of Euphorbia Pilulifera, N.F.—Euphorbia pilulifera (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
EXTRACTA, EXTRACTS(Solid Extracts).—Soft, solid (pilular extracts) or powdered (powdered extracts) preparations made by evaporating a solution of the soluble ingredients of vegetable or animal drugs at a low temperature. Powdered extracts are often made from the solid extracts by the addition of inert material. The strength of most extracts is four times that of the drug. For the various official extracts see under the names of the respective drugs.
Farfara (Farfar.), Coltsfoot, N.F.(Coltsfoot Leaves, Tussilago Leaves).
Action and Uses: Demulcent expectorant; no advantage over linseed.
Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm.
*Fel Bovis (Fel Bovis), Oxgall, U.S.P.
A brownish-green or dark green, somewhat viscid liquid, with a peculiar odor and a disagreeable, bitter taste.
Action and Uses: Used in the form of the extract as intestinal antiseptic, cholagogue and laxative.
*Extractum Fellis Bovis (Ext. Fel. Bov.), Extract of Oxgall, U.S.P.(Powdered Extract of Oxgall).—One Gm. of extract represents 8 Gm. of oxgall.
Dosage: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains.
Ferri Acetas, Ferric Acetate.—Fe(C2H3O2)3.
Liquor Ferri Acetatis (Liq. Ferr. Acet.), Solution of Ferric Acetate, N.F.—Contains anhydrous ferric acetate, Fe(C2H3O2)3(about 31%), corresponding to about 7.5 per cent. metallic iron, Fe.
Dosage: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.).
Liquor Ferri et Ammonii Acetatis.—See underAmmonii Acetas.
*Ferri Carbonas, Ferrous Carbonate.—FeCO3.
*Massa Ferri Carbonatis (Mass. Ferr. Carb.), Mass of Ferrous Carbonate, U.S.P.(Vallet’s Mass).—Contains FeCO3(35%) with sugar and honey.
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Mistura Ferri Composita (Mist. Ferr. Co.), Compound Iron Mixture, N.F.(Griffith’s Mixture).—Ferrous carbonate (obtained by decomposing 0.6% ferrous sulphate with potassium carbonate), sugar, myrrh, spirit of lavender and rose water.
Dosage: 15 Cc. or 4 fluidrachms (N.F.).
*Pilulae Ferri Carbonatis (Pil. Ferr. Carb.), Pills of Ferrous Carbonate, U.S.P.(Chalybeate Pills, Blaud’s Pills, Ferruginous Pills).—Each pill contains FeCO3(0.06 Gm. or 1 grain).
Uses: Convenient and effective form of iron.
Dosage: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
Ferri Carbonas Saccharatus (Ferr. Carb. Sacch.), Saccharated Ferrous Carbonate, U.S.P.—Ferrous carbonate, FeCO3(not less than 15%) preserved with sugar.
A greenish-brown, odorless powder, with a taste at first sweetish, afterward ferruginous.
Action and Uses: Hematinic, like other iron salts; practically non-astringent and non-irritating.
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
*Ferri Chloridum (Ferr. Chlor.), Ferric Chloride, U.S.P.(Iron Perchloride, Sesquichloride of Iron).—Ferric chloride, FeCl3, with water of hydration.
Orange-yellow crystalline deliquescent pieces, odorless, and with a strongly styptic taste. Very soluble in water (1:0.2); freely soluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Used in the form of the tincture of ferric chloride as an astringent, especially as an application to the throat. Also hematinic, but relatively irritant.
Gossypium Stypticum (Gossyp. Stypt.), Styptic Cotton, N.F.—Purified cotton, impregnated with ferric chloride.
Liquor Ferri Chloridi (Liq. Ferr. Chlor.), Solution of Ferric Chloride, U.S.P.(Solution of Iron Perchloride).—FeCl3(about 10.5%).
Dosage: 0.1 Cc. or 1-1/2 minims.
*Tinctura Ferri Chloridi (Tr. Ferr. Chlor.), Tincture of Ferric Chloride, U.S.P.—Ferric chloride (about 13%) corresponding to not less than 4.48 per cent. of iron, Fe. Made by diluting a solution of ferric chloride (35%) with alcohol. Absolute alcoholic content about 63 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (U.S.P.).
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Tinctura Ferri Chloridi Aetherea (Tr. Ferr. Chlor. Aeth.), Ethereal Tincture of Ferric Chloride, N.F.(Bestuscheff’s Tincture, Lamotte’s Drops).—Solution of ferric chloride (6%) and ether (25%) in alcohol. Absolute alcohol content about 65 per cent.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
Ferri Citras, Ferric Citrate
Liquor Ferri Citratis (Liq. Ferr. Cit.), Solution of Ferric Citrate, N.F.—Contains ferric citrate corresponding to not less than 7.25 per cent. metallic iron, Fe.
Dosage: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
Ferri Citro-Chloridum, Iron Citro-Chloride
Elixir Ferri, Quininae et Strychninae (Elix. Ferr. Quin. et Strych.), Elixir of Iron, Quinine and Strychnine, N.F.—Tincture of ferric citro-chloride (12.5%), quinine hydrochloride (0.875%), strychnine sulphate (0.0175%), compound spirit of orange, glycerin and water. Absolute alcohol content about 25 per cent.
Uses: A popular but irrational “tonic.”
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Elixir Gentianae et Ferri (Elix. Gent. et Ferr.), Elixir of Gentian and Iron, N.F.(Elixir of Gentian with Tincture of Ferric Citro-Chloride).—Tincture of ferric citro-chloride (10%) and elixir of gentian. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Tinctura Ferri Citro-Chloridi (Tr. Ferr. Citro-Chlor.), Tincture of Ferric Citro-Chloride, N.F.(Tasteless Tincture of Ferric Chloride, Tasteless Tincture of Iron).—A tincture of a complex iron salt, containing about 4 per cent. of iron (Fe) and rendered non-styptic by the presence of a citrate. Made from solution of ferric chloride (35%), sodium citrate (44%), alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 15 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
*Ferri et Ammonii Citras (Ferr. et Ammon. Cit.), Iron and Ammonium Citrate, U.S.P.(Soluble Ferric Citrate, Ammonio-Ferric Citrate).—Iron citrate rendered more readily soluble by the presence of ammonium citrate. Contains about 17 per cent. of iron, Fe.
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Thin, transparent, garnet-red, odorless scales, with a saline, mildly ferruginous taste. Readily and completely soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Hematinic, practically non-astringent. Has the general properties of iron salts.
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains.
Vinum Ferri (Vin. Ferr.), Wine of Iron, N.F.(Wine of Citrate of Iron).—Iron and ammonium citrate (4%) in tincture of sweet orange peel, syrup, and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Ferri et Quininae Citras (Ferr. et Quin. Cit.), Iron and Quinine Citrate, U.S.P.(Ferri et Quininae Citras Solubilis, U.S.P. VIII, Soluble Iron and Quinine Citrate).—Iron citrate and quinine citrate rendered more soluble by the presence of ammonium citrate. Contains not less than 13 per cent. of iron, Fe.
Thin, transparent, deliquescent, greenish or golden yellow, odorless scales, with a bitter, mildly ferruginous taste. Rapidly and completely soluble in cold water, partly soluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Used as a bitter iron tonic. Of doubtful value.
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains.
Vinum Ferri Amarum (Vin. Ferr. Amar.), Bitter Wine of Iron, N.F.—Iron and quinine citrate (5%) in tincture of sweet orange peel, syrup and sherry wine. Absolute alcohol content about 17 per cent.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Ferri Glycerophosphas (Ferr. Glycerophos.), Ferric Glycerophosphate, N.F.(Ferric Glycerinophosphate).
Yellowish-green scales or powder, odorless and nearly tasteless. Freely soluble in water (1:2) and insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Reputed “tonic,” but without advantage over the ordinary iron salts.
Dosage: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains.
Ferri Hydroxidum, Ferric Hydroxide.
Ferri Hydroxidum cum Magnesii Oxido (Ferr. Hydrox. cum Mag. Oxid.), Ferric Hydroxide with Magnesium Oxide, U.S.P.(Arsenic Antidote, Ferric Hydrate with Magnesia).—A dilute solution of ferric sulphate and a mixture of magnesium oxide with water, kept in separate bottles. When mixed, they yield ferric hydroxide.
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Uses: Antidote for arsenic.
Dosage: 120 Cc. or 4 fluidounces.
Magma Ferri Hydroxidi (Magm. Ferr. Hydrox.), Ferric Hydroxide Magma, N.F.(Ferri Hydroxidum, U.S.P. VIII, Ferric Hydroxide).—A suspension of ferric hydroxide in water.
Ferri Hypophosphis (Ferr. Hypophos.), Ferric Hypophosphite, N.F.
White or grayish white, odorless and nearly tasteless powder. Very slightly soluble in water (1:2300); insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Reputed “tonic,” but without advantage over the ordinary iron salts.
Dosage: 0.2 Gm. or 3 grains.
Elixir Ferri Hypophosphitis (Elix. Ferr. Hypophos.), Elixir of Ferric Hypophosphite, N.F.—Ferric hypophosphite (1.65%), potassium citrate (2.15%), water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 21 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Elixir Hypophosphitum et Ferri (Elix. Hypophos. et Ferr.), Elixir of Hypophosphites and Iron, N.F.—Calcium hypophosphite and sodium hypophosphite (each 1.75%), potassium hypophosphite and ferric hypophosphite (each 0.875%), potassium citrate, hypophosphorous acid, water, syrup and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Liquor Ferri Hypophosphitis (Liq. Ferr. Hypophos.), Solution of Ferric Hypophosphite, N.F.(Solution of Hypophosphite of Iron).—Ferric hypophosphite (16.5%) dissolved by means of potassium citrate (21.5%) in glycerin and water.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
Syrupus Ferri Hypophosphitis (Syr. Ferr. Hypophos.), Syrup of Ferric Hypophosphite, N.F.—Ferric hypophosphite (1.75%), dissolved by means of potassium citrate (2.5%), and made into a syrup flavored with orange flower water.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Ferri Iodidum, Ferrous Iodide.—FeI2.
Pilulae Ferri Iodidi (Pil. Ferr. Iod.), Pills of Ferrous Iodide, U.S.P.—Each pill represents ferrous iodide, FeI2(about 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain).
Dosage: 2 pills (U.S.P.).
Syrupus Ferri et Mangani Iodidi (Syr. Ferr. et Mangan. Iod.), Syrup of Iron and Manganese Iodide, N.F.—Ferrous iodide (10%) and manganese iodide (5%) in syrup.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
*Syrupus Ferri Iodidi (Syr. Ferr. Iod.), Syrup of Ferrous Iodide, U.S.P.(Ferri Iodidi Syrupus P.I.).—Ferrous iodide, FeI2(about 5%).
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (U.S.P.).
Ferri Lactas (Ferr. Lact.), Ferrous Lactate, N.F.(Iron Lactate).
Greenish white powder or crystalline masses, with a slight, characteristic odor and a mild, sweet ferruginous taste. Slowly soluble in water (1:40), freely soluble in solutions of alkali citrates, but almost insoluble in alcohol.
Dosage: 0.3 Gm. or 5 grains (N.F.).
Elixir Ferri Lactatis (Elix. Ferr. Lact.), Elixir of Iron Lactate, N.F.—Iron lactate (1.75%), potassium citrate (5.25%) in water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 18 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Lactophosphas, Iron Lactophosphate.
Syrupus Ferri Lactophosphatis (Syr. Ferr. Lactophos.), Syrup of Iron Lactophosphate, N.F.—Iron lactophosphate (2.5%) in syrup.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Malas, Ferrous Malate (Iron Malate).
Extractum Ferri Pomatum (Ext. Ferr. Pomat.), Ferrated Extract of Apples, N.F.(Ferri Malas Crudus, Crude Malate of Iron).—A pilular extract containing ferrous malate.
Dosage: 0.65 Gm. or 10 grains (N.F.).
Tinctura Ferri Pomata (Tr. Ferr. Pomat.), Tincture of Ferrated Extract of Apples, N.F.(Tinctura Ferri Malatis Crudi, Tincture of Crude Malate of Iron).—Ferrated extract of apples (10%) in alcohol and cinnamon water. Absolute alcohol content about 10 per cent.
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Nitras, Ferric Nitrate.—Fe(NO3)3.
Liquor Ferri Nitratis (Liq. Ferr. Nit.), Solution of Ferric Nitrate, N.F.—Ferric nitrate, Fe(NO3)3, corresponding to not less than 1.3 per cent. of metallic iron, Fe.
Uses: Astringent and styptic.
Dosage: 0.3 Cc. or 5 minims (N.F.).
Ferri Oxidum Saccharatum (Ferr. Oxid. Sacch.), Saccharated Ferric Oxide, N.F.(Soluble Ferric Oxide, Ferrum Oxydatum Saccharatum, “Eisenzucker”).—Saccharated ferric oxide representing not less than 2.8 per cent. of Fe.
Syrupus Ferri Saccharati Solubilis (Syr. Ferr. Sacch. Sol.), Syrup of Soluble Saccharated Iron, N.F.(Syrupus Ferri Oxydati Solubilis, Syrup of Saccharated Oxide of Iron, Syrup of Soluble Oxide of Iron).—Saccharated ferric oxide (41.5%), syrup and water.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Oxychloridum, Ferric Oxychloride.
Liquor Ferri Oxychloridi (Liq. Ferr. Oxychlor.), Solution of Ferric Oxychloride, N.F.—Ferric oxychloride corresponding to about 3 per cent. of metallic iron, Fe, dissolved in a mixture of glycerin and water.
Dosage: 2 Cc. or 30 minims (N.F.).
Ferri Oxysulphas, Ferric Oxysulphate.
Liquor Ferri Oxysulphatis (Liq. Ferr. Oxysulph.), Solution of Ferric Oxysulphate, N.F.—A solution of basic ferric sulphate.
Uses: Superfluous astringent iron solution.
*Ferri Phosphas (Ferr. Phos.), Ferric Phosphate, U.S.P.(Ferri Phosphas Solubilis, U.S.P. VIII, Soluble Ferric Phosphate).—Ferric phosphate rendered soluble by sodium citrate. Contains iron, Fe (not less than 12%).
Thin, bright green, transparent, odorless scales, with an acidulous, slightly saline taste. Freely and completely soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Hematinic. Only slightly astringent; no special advantage over other iron salts.
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains (U.S.P.).
Elixir Cinchonae Alkaloidorum et Ferri (Elix. Cinchon. et Ferr.), Elixir of Cinchona Alkaloids and Iron, N.F.(Elixir Cinchonae et Ferri N.F. III, Ferrated Elixir of Calisaya, Alkaloidal).—Ferric phosphate (3.5%), elixir of cinchona alkaloids (about 92%) and water. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Elixir Ferri Phosphatis (Elix. Ferr. Phos.), Elixir of Ferric Phosphate, N.F.—Ferric phosphate (3.5%), water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Elixir Gentianae et Ferri Phosphatis (Elix. Gent. et Ferr. Phosph.), Elixir of Gentian and Ferric Phosphate, N.F.(Elixir Gentianae Ferratum).—Ferric phosphate (1.75%), elixir of gentian (about 95%) and water. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Syrupus Ferri, Quininae et Strychninae Phosphatum (Syr. Ferr. Quin. et Strych. Phos.), Syrup of the Phosphates of Iron, Quinine and Strychnine, N.F.—Ferric phosphate (2%), quinine (2.6%), strychnine (0.02%), phosphoric acid (5%) in glycerin, water and syrup.
Uses: Needlessly complex “tonic.”
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Protochloridum, Ferrous Chloride(Iron Protochloride).
Liquor Ferri Protochloridi (Liq. Ferr. Protochlor.), Solution of Ferrous Chloride, N.F.(Solution of Protochloride of Iron).—A solution of ferrous chloride in glycerin and water.
Uses: Superfluous astringent iron solution.
Dosage: 0.6 Cc. or 10 minims (N.F.).
Syrupus Ferri Protochloridi (Syr. Ferr. Protochlor.), Syrup of Ferrous Chloride, N.F.(Syrup of Protochloride of Iron).—Solution of ferrous chloride (5%) in glycerin, orange flower water and syrup.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Pyrophosphas (Ferr. Pyrophos.), Ferric Pyrophosphate, N.F.(Soluble Ferric Pyrophosphate).
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Thin, apple-green, transparent, odorless scales, with an acidulous, slightly saline taste. Freely and completely soluble in water and insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Used in iron elixirs; no special advantage over other soluble salts of iron.
Dosage: 0.25 Gm. or 4 grains.
Elixir Ferri Pyrophosphatis (Elix. Ferr. Pyrophos.), Elixir of Ferric Pyrophosphate, N.F.(Elixir of Pyrophosphate of Iron).—Ferric pyrophosphate (3.5%), water and aromatic elixir. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Elixir Ferri Pyrophosphatis, Quininae et Strychninae (Elix. Ferr. Pyrophos. Quin. et Strych.), Elixir of Ferric Pyrophosphate, Quinine and Strychnine, N.F.—Ferric pyrophosphate (3.5%), quinine sulphate (0.875%), strychnine citrate (0.014%), ammonium citrate, oil of orange, alcohol, syrup and water. Absolute alcohol content about 23 per cent.
Uses: A needlessly complex “tonic.”
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Ferri Subsulphas, Ferric Subsulphate.
Liquor Ferri Subsulphatis (Liq. Ferr. Subsulph.), Solution of Ferric Subsulphate, U.S.P.(Monsel’s Solution, Solution of Basic Ferric Sulphate).
Uses: Local styptic and astringent.
*Ferri Sulphas (Ferr. Sulph.), Ferrous Sulphate, U.S.P.(Iron Protosulphate).—FeSO4+ 7H2O. (An impure product is commercially known as copperas).
Pale bluish-green, odorless crystals, with a saline styptic taste. Freely soluble (1:1.4) in water, insoluble in alcohol.
Action and Uses: Hematinic, especially in pills; but mainly used in making pharmaceutical preparations. Formerly used extensively as a disinfectant, but is only deodorant.
Dosage: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
*Ferri Sulphas Exsiccatus (Ferr. Sulph. Exsic.), Exsiccated Ferrous Sulphate, U.S.P.(Dried Ferrous Sulphate).—Contains not less than 80 per cent. of FeSO4.
Grayish-white powder.
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Dosage: 0.06 Gm. or 1 grain (U.S.P.) as pills.
Ferri Sulphas Granulatus (Ferr. Sulph. Gran.), Granulated Ferrous Sulphate, U.S.P.(Precipitated Ferrous Sulphate).—Purified ferrous sulphate.
Very pale, bluish-green, crystalline powder.
Dosage: 0.1 Gm. or 1-1/2 grains (U.S.P.).
Pilulae Ferri, Quininae, Aloes et Nucis Vomicae (Pil. Ferr. Quin. Aloe. et Nuc. Vom.), Pills of Iron, Quinine, Aloes and Nux Vomica, N.F.(Pilulae Quadruplices, N.F. III, Quadruplex Pills, Quatuor Pills, Pilulae Ferri et Quininae Compositae).—Each pill contains exsiccated ferrous sulphate, quinine sulphate and aloes (each 0.065 Gm. or 1 grain), extract of nux vomica (0.016 Gm. or 1/4 grain) and extract of gentian.
Uses: Antiquated, complex and irrational “tonic.”
Dosage: 1 pill (N.F.).
Ferri Tersulphas, Ferric Sulphate(Iron Tersulphate).
Liquor Ferri Tersulphatis (Liq. Ferr. Tersulph.), Solution of Ferric Sulphate U.S.P.(Solution of Iron Tersulphate).
Uses: For making pharmaceutical preparations.
*Ferrum (Ferr.), Iron, U.S.P.—Metallic iron, Fe, in the form of fine, bright, and non-elastic wire.
Uses: For making the salts.
Ferrum Albuminatum, Iron Albuminate.
Liquor Ferri Albuminati (Liq. Ferr. Albumin.), Solution of Albuminate of Iron, N.F.—Contains albuminate of iron equivalent to about 0.4% of iron, Fe, in aromatic elixir, alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 20 per cent.
Uses: Non-astringent iron preparation; converted into simple ionic iron by dilute acids.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Ferrum Peptonatum, Iron Peptonate.
Liquor Ferri Peptonati (Liq. Ferr. Pepton.), Solution of Peptonate of Iron, N.F.—Contains a compound of iron and peptonized fresh egg albumin representing 0.4 per cent. metallic iron, Fe; flavored with oil of orange, acetic ether and vanillin in alcohol and water. Absolute alcohol content about 14 per cent.
Note:—The prescribing of iron can be greatly simplified, without sacrificing anything of real value, if physicians will confine themselves to the starred preparations.
Uses: Non-astringent inorganic iron preparation.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
Liquor Ferri Peptonati et Mangani (Liq. Ferr. Pepton. et Mangan.), Solution of Peptonate of Iron and Manganese, N.F.(Liquor Ferri Peptonati cum Mangano, N.F. III).—Solution of peptonate of iron with soluble manganese citrate (1%). Absolute alcohol content about 14 per cent.
Uses: Combination of iron and manganese, of doubtful advantage over the solution of peptonate of iron.
Dosage: 8 Cc. or 2 fluidrachms (N.F.).
*Ferrum Reductum (Ferr. Reduct.), Reduced Iron, U.S.P.(Ferrum Redactum, Iron by Hydrogen, Quevenne’s Iron).—Metallic iron, Fe (not less than 90%), obtained by reduction of iron oxide by hydrogen.
Very fine, grayish-black, lusterless, odorless and tasteless powder. Insoluble in water or alcohol.