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When alterative Medicines may be applied. 



the yellow tint disappearing from his eyes and 

 mouth, and the animal's having a more lively ap- 

 pearance. 



CHAP. XXV. 



OF ALTERATIVE MEDICINES. 



By alterative medicines, we understand such as 

 have no sensible operation, but imperceptibly 

 carry off the humours and diseases, until the con- 

 stitution and health are restored to their pristine 

 state. Medicines of this kind are frequently 

 given to ^horses, after most diseases, as a restora- 

 tive ; but they should not be given until the vio- 

 lence of the symptoms are abated. Alteratives 

 may be divided into different classes, as laxatives, 

 tonics, diuretics, &c. 



