420 DADD'S VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SURGERY. 
Fior Extracr oF CoLcHICuM. 
(Colehicum Autumnale.) 
This extract is prepared from the roots and seeds of the plant 
{t is celebrated for the treatment of rheumatism, inflammatory 
diseases of the joints, and inter-articular lameness. Dose, one 
drachm, two or three times per day. 
Fiori Extract oF YELLOW JESSAMINE, 
(Gelseminum Sempervirens.) 
This agent is used as a sedative in the treatment of plearisy and 
pneumonia in the early or acute stage. It is also a powerful febri- 
fuge, hence it is indicated in all acute fevers. Jt entirely dix 
penses with use of the fleam. Dose, from one to three drachms 
Fiuiw Extracr or WIrch AAZEL. 
(Hamamelis Virginica.} 
Witch-haze] is used as a local astringent in the treatment of 
“ Gog and blood spavin.” It is prepared for use as follows: 
Fluid extract of witch-hazel....... .ceeeeeees 6 os. 
Proof spiritaeccc ccc sce kee ies GaN AEE SS 1 pint. 
Mix. 
Apply a portiva twice daily. 
Fuurm Exrracr oF Rops. 
(Humulus Lupulus.) 
Vhis preparation of hops is used as a tonic in general deblity, 
and as a narcotic in diseases of the nervous system. It is a relia 
ble remedy to induce sleep and relieve pain. Dose, from two te 
four drachms, to be repeated as occasion seems to require. 
Fium Exrracr oF GcLpEN SEAL. 
(Hydrastis Canadensis.) 
The golden sea! is a pure tonic, and its use is indicated in all 
cases of debility, loss of appetite, derangement of the digestive 
organs, and torpidity of the liver. Dose, from two to fow 
drachms. 
