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ministered by intertrachial injections of a one to 1,000 solution 
in water. Dose for horse, grains 15 to 3 i. 
Salol-Salicylic Ether of Phenol .—This was first introduced 
to the profession by Dr. Salili, of Basel. It occurs in white 
shining powder, tasteless, with a faint aromatic odor. It is solu¬ 
ble in alcohol, ether, and oils, but insoluble in water. It is 
analgesic, antipyretic, but as an antirheumatic; it is neither so 
safe or so effectual as salicylic acid on account of its non¬ 
irritating properties, it forms a useful external dressing. Dose 
for horse, 3 iv. 3 vii. 
Creolin .—An emulsion of cresol obtained by means of resin 
soap; it was first experimented with by Esmarch, who states 
that as a germicide, it is more valuable than carbolic acid, 
excepting in the case of bacillus anthracis creolin, it is said to be 
non-poisonous, but this must not be taken in its widest sense, as 
cases of poisoning have occurred by its careless and indiscrimi¬ 
nate use, but compared to most antiseptics it is well-nigh 
noxious. Its actions and uses internally are only beginning to 
be appreciated. It prevents too rapid fermentation and is use¬ 
ful in tympanitis, flatulent colic, acute indigestion, etc., and as a 
vermicide; either in drench or as an enema it is very certain 
and speedy in its results. It is one of the most useful agents for 
rendering instruments aseptic, without corroding the metal, as 
so many antiseptics do. Mixed with iodoform, it destroys the 
odor without affecting its value. Dose for horse, 3 ii. 3 vi. 
Lysol .—This is prepared by dissolving the fraction of coal 
tar which boils between 190° C. to 200° C. in fat, and subse¬ 
quently emulsifying with alcohol. It is a clear oily liquid, with 
a feeble aromatic odor, and contains 50% cresols. Is miscible 
with water, alcohol, ether, and oils. Lysol was first introduced 
by Dr. Gerlach, in June, 1891. After elaborate research he found 
that both in mixed masses and pure culture of pathogenic 
organisms, it proved a better germicide than carbolic acid or 
creolin. A 1% solution has a soapy feeling and is useful for 
rendering the hands aseptic without injury. It does not affect 
steel instruments but will ruin celluloid handles. Wounds may 
