584 CYCLOPEDIA OF LIVE STOCK AND COMPLETE STOCK DOCTOR. 



Gentian Root Powder. — This is a bitter tonic that is used very exten- 

 sively in condition powders and patent stock foods. Dose: Horse, 2 

 drachms; cattle, 4 drachms; sheep, 1 drachm; swine, V^ drachm. 



Ginger. — A mild stimulant; sweetens the stomach and neutralizes gases. 

 Is used in combination with physic drenches to prevent griping; also 

 good in colic, indigestion, and many other disorders of the alimentary 

 canal. Dose: Horse, ^/^ to 1 ounce; cattle, 1 to 2 ounces; sheep, 2 drachms; 

 pigs, 1 drachm. 



Glauber's Salts (Sulphate of Soda). — This is an excellent purgative for 

 cattle and sheep. The action same as Epsom Salts, only not quite as cer- 

 tain. Dose: Cattle, 1 to l^/^ pounds; sheep, 2 to 4 ounces. Dissolve in 

 water and give as a drench. 



Glycerine. — Used externally to soften the skin. Two to 4 ounces in 

 warm water makes an excellent injection. 



Hyposulphite of Soda. — Antiseptic and deodorant. Especially valuable 

 for internal administration. Used to check fermentation in the stomach 

 and intestines, therefore valuable in conditions of diarrhea, indigestion, 

 and bloat. This drug is readily soluble in water and should be given as a^ 

 drench. Dose: Horse, 2 to 4 ounces; cattle, 4 to 6 ounces; sheep, i/o to 

 1 ounce. 



Iodide of Potash. — When given internally it acts a.s an absorbent. Used 

 in dropsy of the belly or chest to absorb the fluids that have accumulated 

 there. May also be used where there is a thickening about the throat, legs, 

 or milk glands. Care must be exercised in its use, as it will produce a con- 

 dition in the system known as iodism ; animal goes off feed, hair becomes 

 rough, skin harsh and wrinkled, and a discharge is seen in the eyes and 

 nose. If these symptoms appear, discontinue its use for a short time. Dose : 

 Horse, i/^ to 1 drachm twice a day ; cattle, 1 to 2 drachms. 



Iodine, Tincture of. — Seldom used internally. Externally used as a 

 blister to reduce enlarged glands, wind puffs, etc. Paint the parts once a 

 day until a blister is formed, then grease and let it heal. When healed 

 wash the affected parts with soapy water and repeat the blister. Continue 

 this until cured. It may also be injected into old sores and fistulse once in 

 two or three days. Sometimes used to destroy ringworms. 



Iodoform. — Used generally for local or external application. Is a de- 

 odorizer and prevents infection in wounds. As a local antiseptic it is very 

 useful in dressing wounds, especially after they have commenced to heal. 

 May be used alone or mixed with twice its bulk of boracic acid. 



Iron Peroxide. — Used as a tonic in certain diseases, also as an antidote 

 for arsenic poisoning. Dose: Horse, 2 drachms; cattle, 4 drachms; sheep, 

 1 drachm. 



Jaborandi, Fluid Extract. — This is a product of a certain plant. Its 

 use stimulates secretions of the glands of the stomach. Good for colic and 



