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weakness and relaxation of the intestines. It 

 may be employed also in diabetes, or profus« 

 staling, with alum, opium, ginger, or other 

 remedies suited to the particular circum- 

 stances of the case. 



The dose is from two drams to three or 

 four. 



JESUITS BARK. (See Bark.) 



JOHNSWORT- There is an oil of 

 johnswort kept by druggists, which appears 

 to be nothing more than common oil, co- 

 loured with verdigris. The herb was for- 

 merly employed in fomentations, but is now 

 thought unworthy of notice. 



JUNIPER. Many virtues have been at- 

 tributed to the berries of this shrub, but 

 without any foundation, except as to its 

 £?mr^f/6' and carminative qualities, which it 

 certainly possesses in a considerable degree. 

 Juniper berries generally form a part of 

 diuretic balls and drenches; they are re- 

 commended also in flatulency of the stomach 

 and bowels. 



The dose is from one ounce to two ounces. 



Juniper berries are often injured by keep- 

 ing ; becoming dry, shrivelled, or nearly 

 rotten. The purchaser should choose such 



