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where there is pain, hence it is excellent for reliev- 

 ing pain and spasms and assists also in checking 

 inflammation. 



Dose : For horses and cattle, 4 to 6 teaspoonfuls ; 

 sheep and pigs, 2 to 4 teaspoonfuls. 



NUX VOMICA 



This powder comes from ground seeds, and is 

 used as a nerve stimulant. It is very efficacious for 

 strengthening weak, debilitated animals. A com- 

 mon way is to mix equal parts of gentian and pow- 

 dered nux vomica thoroughly together. This may 

 be given as a drench, or in the feed or placed at 

 the back of the tongue with a spoon. 



Dose : For horses and cattle, i teaspoonful three 

 times a day ; for sheep and pigs, one-half teaspoon- 

 ful. 



NITRATE OF SILVER 



This comes in the form of white penciled sticks. 

 It is excellent for burning off warts, proud flesh in 

 cuts and growths on any part of the body. Just 

 wet the stick and rub it on the parts. Of course, 

 be careful that your fingers are protected from the 

 chemical. It is a poison taken internally. 



NITRATE OF POTASH 



This is frequently called saltpeter, and comes as 

 a white crystal or powder. It is used for kidney, 

 lung and blood troubles. It has a very acute action 

 on the kidneys, causing them to secrete an extra 

 amount of urine. 



Dose: For horses and cattle, I teaspoonfui; 

 sheep and pigs, one-half teaspoonful. 



