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formula: IJ — ^Tinct. opii, tinct. capsica, tinct. rhei, tinct. 

 camphor, tinct. menthiaaBj,M.D.S. Dose, 5 j to v. Hert- 

 wig's mixture is time honored. It is as follows: I^ — Opii, 

 gr. v; mag. carb., gr. xv; pulv. rhei, 5jj M.D.S. Give in 

 dilute alcohol giss. Dose, tablespoonful twice daily. In 

 calves bismuth subnitrate (3j) daily is good. 



On collapse subcutaneous doses of slightly alkaline salt 

 solution (sodium chlorid 0.8 per cent., carbonate of sodium 

 0.25 per cent.) are beneficial. Two quarts of the solution 

 are injected under the skin of the neck. May be repeated 

 in two to five hours. Rectal injections (same dose) are 

 also recommendable. Oil of camphor subcutaneously is an 

 excellent stimulant. 



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