58 EUCALYPTUS — EUPHORBIA — EVENING PRIMROSE. 



EUCALYPTUS. Eucalyptus globulus. 



Synonym — Blue Gum Tree. 

 Part used — Leaves. 



Action — Antiseptic, antispasmodic, stimulant. An 

 Australian household remedy for many diseases and 

 complaints. In England the oil is the preparation best 

 known and most largely used. Its efficacy depends 

 chiefly upon its antiseptic properties, which are extremely 

 potent though quite safe. In all fevers and febrile con- 

 ditions the oil may be used freely externally and inter- 

 nally. It may be inhaled for asthma, diphtheria, sore 

 throat, &c. 



Preparations — Fluid extract: Dose, \-\ drachm. 

 Oil : Dose, 3-10 drops. 



EUPHORBIA. Euphorbia pilullfera. 



Synonym — Asthma-weed, Cat's-hair. 



Part used — Herb. 



Action — Ant-asthmatic, pectoral. In Australia it is 

 much esteemed as a remedy for coughs, bronchial and 

 pulmonary disorders, but more especially for the prompt 

 relief it affords in paroxysmal asthma. The infusion 

 of I ounce in a pint of boiling water is taken in table- 

 spoonful doses. 



Preparation — Fluid extract : Dose, 10-30 drops. 



EVENING PRIMROSE. Oenothera biennis. 



Synonym — Tree Primrose. 



Part used — Bark and leaves. 



Action — Astringent, sedative. This drug has been 

 tested in various directions, and Prof. Scudder em- 

 ployed it with success in the treatment of gastro- 

 intestinal disorders of a functional origin. It has also 

 proved of service in dyspepsia, hepatic torpor, and in 

 female disorders associated with pelvic fullness. The 

 dose ranges from 5-30 grains. 



