106 MOUNTAIN FLAX — MOUNTAIN GRAPE. 



flamed tonsils. A decoction of the bark is used in 

 diarrhoea, and externally as a vaginal injection in leu- 

 corrhcea, &c. 



MOUNTAIN FLAX. Llnum cathartlcum. 



Synonym — Purging Flax. 



Part used — Herb. 



Action — Laxative, cathartic. Is preferred to Senna, 

 though the action is very similar. Used in cases of 

 constipation, gravel, dropsy, &c, generally combined 

 with other herbs. The infusion of i ounce in a pint of 

 boiling water is taken in wineglassful doses. 



Preparation — Fluid extract: Dose, £-1 drachm. 



MOUNTAIN GRAPE. Berberls aqui folium. 



Synonym — Oregon Grape. 

 Part used — Root. 



Action — Alterative, tonic. Has been justly extolled 

 as an alterative and tonic, as it improves digestion and 

 absorption, and is useful in any diseases arising from 

 impurity of blood. In syphilitic and scrofulous conditions 

 it may be used with advantage. In chronic constipation 

 it is generally used in conjunction with Cascara Sagrada. 



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



MOUNTAIN LAUREL. Kalmia latlfolia. 



Synonym — Sheep Laurel, Lambkill, Spoonwood, 

 Kalmia. 



Part used — Leaves. 



Action — Cardiac sedative, astringent, alterative. 

 Large doses produce symptoms of narcotic poisoning, but 

 moderate doses — 10-30 grains — are valuable in all febrile 

 complaints and inflammatory diseases. It is regarded 

 as a most efficient remedy in syphilitic disorders, and 

 useful in overcoming obstinate chronic irritation of the 

 mucous membrane. It is also employed with benefit 



