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property by its being- accidentally given in too larg-e doses. The best 
way of exhibiting- it is the dried bulb, in the form of powder, pill, or 
extract, <fec, according- to the way we may wish it to operate. 
The most approved and desirable manner of preparing- this root 
for use, is by cutting- it transversely into thin slices, and then exposing* 
it to a moderate warmth ; for if the heat be too great, its sensible 
qualities become much impaired, and it is rendered almost inert ; and 
when dried, its medicinal properties are gradually becoming- dissipated, 
on which account it is necessary to have a fresh supply annually at 
least. 
The dose of the powdered root is from five to ten grains, that of 
the tincture half a fluid ounce. 
