72 ROE ON THE HORSE. 



ounces; Spirits of W r in^ 2 ounces: Tincture Arni- 

 ca 2 drachms; water -J pint; Mix thoroughly and 

 bathe affected parts often as it is absolved. 



A Very Active Blister. 



Take 2 drachms Corrosive Sublimate; 1 oz. 

 Lard; Tar \ ounce; Cantharides 2 drachms. Pul- 

 verize the Sublimate and Cantharides well in a 

 mortar, then add Lard, mix well, and at last 

 add the the Tar; and as soon at all the ingredi- 

 ents are effectually mixed it may be applied to 

 Spavins, Ringbones, Curbs and Splints. 



A Powerful Absorbing Blister. 



Take of Benodide of Mercury and Canthari- 

 des 1 drachm each; Tar and lard ounce of each; 

 mix all thoroughly, and apply 3 successive 

 mornings; rubbing in well with the hand each 

 time, and then use lard to soften the scab. 



For Sprains and Bruises. 



Let it always be kept in mind that the first 

 object to be effected in treating acute inflamma- 

 tion, is to adopt the most prompt remedies. 

 To bring about that effect in the least possible 

 time. Cold water, with the addition of Sugar of 

 Lead 1 ounce to a quart of water, frequently acts 

 like a charm in allaying irritation, or inflamma- 

 tion, arising from suddon, severe strains. Wet 

 the affected part often with this -solution, and it 

 may be well to -bandage with flannel, wetting 

 bandage frequenttly with the medicine. You 

 may likewise try the following: Saltpetre 4 

 ounces; Sugar of Lead 1 ounce; Muriate of Am- 

 monia 1 ounce; Common Salt 1 pint; all to be put 



