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desired to counteract, exists. When the information is positive, of 
course Morton’s Toxological Chart will be a far better guide than any 
observations the author has ability to offer. 
Sulphuric ether and tincture of opium . . . Of each three ounces. 
Carbonate of magnesia, of soda or potash . . Four ounces. 
Gruel (quite cold) . . 2 2 6 2 2 1). . One quart. 
To these may be added, should the pulse be of a sinking character :— 
Carbonate of ammonia . . . . . . . . One drachm. 
If corrosive sublimate is known to have caused the agony, one dozen 
raw eggs ought to be blended with the drench. 
Use discretion in the administration; but repeat the drinks as often 
and as quickly as can be accomplished without adding to the distress of 
the horse. Regard the state of the animal, and, if weakness be present, 
take time when giving the drench. Should delirium be displayed, do 
not trust to the natural functions; employ Read’s pump, with the horse 
catheter attached, and inject, with all dispatch, the whole quantity at 
once through the nostril. 
HOW TO GIVE PHYSIC, WHEN THE USUAL MODE OF ITS EXHIBITION IS ATTENDED WITH DANGER. 
The symptoms of poisoning are various; they are also modified by 
the strength upon which they act. The annexed list, however, contains 
the general appearances by which poisoning is announced, though the 
whole of the symptoms are never simultaneously exhibited: Loathing 
of all food; extreme thirst; redness of the nasal and conjunctival mem- 
branes; discharge of ropy saliva; frequent eructations, which smell 
pungently fetid; colic, rolling on the ground, pawing, striking at the 
abdomen, etc.; tucked-up flanks; heaving; panting; small, quick pulse; 
superpurgation; violent straining; passing of mucus in large quanti- 
ties; protrusion and inflammation of the opening; glances at the abdo- 
men; prostration of strength; convulsions; madness and death. 
