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DADD'S VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SURGERY. 



Fluid Extract of Matico. 



(Piper Angusti/olium.) 



This is used as a styptic to bleeding wounds, internal hemor- 

 rhages, and chronic diarrhea. Dose, from four to eight drachma. 



Fluid Extract of Cubebs. 



This is a very valuable agent for the treatment of leucorrheaj 

 gleet, nasal gleet, or discharges from mucous surfaces. Dose, from 

 three to six drachms. 



Fluid Extract of Black Pepper. 



(Piper Nigrum.) 



This is a carminative and stimulant to the digestive organs, 

 and is often used successfully in the treatment of stomach stag- 

 gers. Dose, from two to four drachms 



Fluid Extraci of Mandrake. 



(Podophyllum Peltatum.) 



Mandrake is now used as a laxative and cathartic, in lieu ol 

 aloes. About one ounce will usually purge a horse, if followed 

 tip by sloppy bran-mashes. 



Fluid Extract of Bloodroot. 



(Sanguinaria Canadensis.) 



This is used as an escharotic in the treatment of foul ulcers, 

 and fungus growths. It is used, also, as a gargle in suppurative 

 laryngitis, croup, putrid sore throat, etc. The gargle is prepared 

 as follows: 



Fluid extract of bloodroot 4 oz. 



"Vinegar 1 pt- 



Mix. 



It is applied to the mouth and throat by means of a sponge, 

 affixed to a piece of rattan or whalebone. 



