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Sore Teats. 



Ointment of boric acid mixed with vaseline. 



Sore-Throat — Pharyngitis. 



Draughts (same as those prescribed for Laryngitis). 



Gargles (same as those prescribed for Aphtha). 

 Liniment (liniment of ammonia and turpentine — see 

 'Counter-irritants '). 

 Spasm. 



Draughts (see ' Antispasmodics '). 

 Spavin (Bone) and Splints. 

 Ointment of red iodide of mercury (see ' Counter-irritants'). 



Spinal Cord and its Membranes, Inflammation of the. 



Give a purgative, and in some cases bleed. Apply lini- 

 ment of belladonna on hot cloths to the loins. Give bella- 

 donna, ergot of rye, iodide of potassium, and stimulants. 

 In some cases the actual cautery may be applied on both 

 sides of the spine. If blisters be used, avoid cantharides. 

 Give sulphate of quinine thrice daily, and use the catheter 

 twice or thrice daily. If there be sclerosis of the nerve- 

 centres, try small doses of nux vomica, with tonics and 

 iron. 



Splenic Apoplexy. — See Anthrax. 



Sprains (in Early Stage). 



Cool'mg Lotions (see ' Cooling Lotions '). 



Sprains (in Later Stage). 



Counter-irritants (see ' Counter-irritants '). 



