WAFER ASH — WAHOO. l6l 



handful to a pint — covered over and set aside for 24 

 hours. The infusion is then applied by means of lint 

 to the affected parts ; it may also be taken internally at 

 the same time. Or a poultice may be made and used in 

 similar manner. The flowers possess expectorant pro- 

 perties, and have long been used in syrup form for 

 coughs, colds, &c. 



WAFER ASH. Ptelea trlfoliata. 



Synonym — Wingseed, Hop Tree, Shrubby Treefoil, 

 Ptelia, Swamp Dogwood. 



Part used — Rootbark. 



Action — Tonic, antiperiodic, stomachic. In all cases 

 of debility, and during intermittent and remittent febrile 

 diseases, where a tonic is indicated, this drug can be 

 employed with benefit. It has a soothing influence 

 upon the mucous membrane and promotes appetite, 

 being tolerated when other tonics cannot be retained. 

 The powdered bark is given in doses of 10-30 grains. 

 The infusion is taken in tablespoonful doses 3-4 times 

 a day. 



WAHOO. Euonymus atropurpureus. 



Synonym — Indian Arrowwood, Burning Bush, 

 Spindle Tree. 



Part used — Rootbark, bark. 



Action — Tonic, alterative, cholagogue, laxative. Valu- 

 able in liver disorders, especially those following or 

 accompanied with fever. For constipation due to 

 inactivity of liver it may be given with every con- 

 fidence, especially as its action is mild and non-irritant. 

 The concentration " Euonymin " is generally given in 

 pill form and in combination with other tonics, 

 laxatives, &c. 



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

 Powdered root : Dose, £-1 drachm. Euonymin: Dose, 

 1-4 grains. 



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