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Cold Water. — Arnica anel Aconite Lotions. — The applica- 

 tion of Cold "Water to the eye will be valuable when the 

 organ is inflamed from causes of a traumatic nature. The best 

 niode of applying it is by means of a sponge. Procure a soft, 

 large-sized, cup-shaped sponge, which fix to the eye by means 

 of a linen cloth (the hollow surface of the sponge towards the 

 eyelids) ; having done this, it is easy to keep the sponge wet 

 either with Cold Water, or Arnica or Aconite Lotion, made of 

 the following proportions, viz. — 3 drachms of Tincture of Arnica, 

 or 2 drachms of Tincture of Aconite to 1 pint of Cold "Water. 



Belladonna. — Belladonna may either be given alone or in 

 alternation with Arnica. "When used alternately, administer 

 it in 2 drachm doses of the 1st dilution. The Arnica may also 

 be given in similar quantities. Alternate these remedies 

 morning, noon, and night, so long as necessary. 



Aloes. — If the patient be in high condition, or the system 

 in a gross state, a gentle purgative may prove of value to the 

 animal. Give a ball daily, containing 1 or 2 drachms of Aloes, 

 until the bowels are gently acted upon. 



Diet. — The diet of the patient should be soft — such as bran, 

 boiled corn, grass, or carrots. See Section VI., page 108. 



