SCOPOLIA — SCULLCAP — SCURVYGRASS. l^Q 



SCOPOLIA. Scopolla Carnlolica. 



Synonym — Scopolia atropoides. 



Part used — Root. 



Action — Narcotic, mydriatic. Used for similar 

 purposes as Belladonna or Henbane, both of which it 

 resembles very much in action. Is said to be richer in 

 alkaloids than either of above, and for this reason 

 preferred by makers of alkaloids and plasters. 



Preparation — Fluid extract, U.S. P. : Dose, 1-5 

 drops. 



SCULLCAP. Scutellaria lateriflora. 



Synonym — Skullcap, Madweed. 



Part used — Herb. 



Action — Tonic, nervine, antispasmodic, slightly 

 astringent. Is one of the finest nervines ever discovered 

 and may be prescribed wherever disorders of the 

 nervous system exist. In hysteria, convulsions, hydro- 

 phobia, St. Vitus dance, rickets, &c, its action is 

 invaluable. Many cases of hydrophobia are known to 

 have been cured by this remedy alone, while it may be 

 regarded as a specific in St. Vitus dance. The dose of 

 an infusion of 1 ounce to a pint of boiling water is 

 \ teacupful frequently. 



Preparations — Powdered herb: Dose, £ drachm. 

 Fluid extract : Dose, ^-1 drachm. Solid extract : Dose, 

 5-10 grains. Scutellarin : Dose, 1-2 grains. 



SCURVYGRASS. Cochlearia officinalis. 



Synonym — Spoon wort. 



Part used — Herb. 



Action — Antiscorbutic, diuretic. This is a strong 

 antiscorbutic, and may be given in all cases where such 

 a remedy is required. The infusion of 2 ounces to a 

 pint of boiling water is taken in wineglassful doses 

 frequently repeated. 



