It is generally recognized that a considerable proportion of the
articles in the Pharmacopeia of the United States and in the National
Formulary are worthless or superfluous. Repeated efforts have been
made to eliminate at least the more objectionable of these
articles. These efforts, however, have failed because they have
uniformly encountered the objection that the articles or preparations
are used by some physicians and therefore should be recognized and
authoritatively defined. The Council on Medical Education and the Confederation of State
Examining and Licensing Boards have been trying to restrict
instruction and examination in materia medica to the more important
drugs. These efforts have suggested the desirability of selecting a
fundamental list of drugs with which all medical students and
practitioners might be expected to be familiar and to which,
therefore, state examining and licensing boards might largely or
entirely confine their examinations in materia medica.
| Title | A Handbook of Useful Drugs |
| Author | State Medical Examining and Licensing Boards |
| Publisher | Press Of The American Medical Association |
| Year | 1913 |
| Copyright | 1913, State Medical Examining and Licensing Boards |
A Handbook of Useful Drugs
A Selected List of Important Drugs Suggested for the Use of
Teachers of Materia Medica and Therapeutics and to
Serve as a Basis for the Examination in Therapeutics
by State Medical Examining and Licensing Boards
PREPARED UNDER THE DIRECTION AND SUPERVISION OF THE
COUNCIL ON PHARMACY AND CHEMISTRY
OF THE
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
PRESS OF THE AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
535 North Dearborn Street, Chicago
1914
[Authority to use for comment the Pharmacopeia of the United States of America, eighth decennial revision, in this volume, has been granted by the Board of Trustees of the United States Pharmacopeial Convention, which Board of Trustees is in no way responsible for the accuracy of any translation of the official weights and measures, or for any statement as to the strength of official preparations.]
COPYRIGHT, 1913
American Medical Association
Preface- It is generally recognized that a considerable proportion of the articles in the Pharmacopeia of the United States and in the National Formulary are worthless or superfluous. Repeated efforts ...
- Statement Of Solubility
- For ease of reference the solubility of official articles is indicated in approximate terms in accordance with the following equivalents: Substances that are soluble in less than ...
- Acacia.—Acacia, U. S. P., Gum Arabic.
- A gummy exudation from Acacia Senegal and other species of acacia. Properties : Acacia occurs in colorless or pale yellowish, opaque, brittle, inodorous tears or fragments which are ...
- Mucilago Acaciae.—Mucilage Of Acacia, U. S. P.
- A 34 per cent, solution of Acacia in a mixture of water and lime-water. Action and Uses: Acacia and its mucilage are used as demulcents and suspending agents in the making of emulsions ...
- Acetanilidum.—Acetanilid, U. S. P., C6h3nh(Ch3co).
- Acetanilid is the monacetyl derivative of anilin, C6H5NH2. Properties : Acetanilid is an odorless, crystalline powder, having a slightly burning taste. It is only slightly soluble in ...
- Acetphenetidinum. — Acetphenetidin, U. S. P., Phenacetin, C6h4 (Oc2h5) .NH (Ch3co).
- Acetphenetidin differs from acetanilid in containing the ethoxyl group C2H50. Properties : Acetphenetidin occurs as white, crystalline scales or a crystalline powder. It is odorless ...
- Acidum Aceticum.—Acetic Acid, U. S. P.
- A solution containing 36 per cent, by weight of absolute acetic acid (H.C2H3O2) =CH3COOH. (In some European countries a preparation comparable to glacial acetic acid, U. S. P., containing 99 per ...
- Acidum Benzoicum.—Benzoic Acid, U. S. P.
- An organic acid, (HC7H502) =C H5.COOH, obtained from benzoin, by sublimation, or prepared artificially. Properties : Benzoic acid occurs as colorless or almost colorless, lustrous ...
- Acidum Boricum.—Boric Acid, U. S. P. Boracic Acid (Obsolete) (H3b03)=B(Oh)3.
- Properties : Boric acid forms transparent, colorless scales or a light, unctuous, very fine powder. It is odorless, has a faintly bitter taste and is slowly soluble in water (1 :18) and soluble ...
- Acidum Citricum.—Citric Acid, U. S. P.
- A tribasic organic acid, H3C6H507,H20, usually prepared from the juice of limes or lemons. Properties : Citric acid forms colorless, transparent crystals: odorless and having an ...
- Acidum Hydrochloricum.—Hydrochloric Acid, U. S. P.. Muriatic Acid.
- A fuming corrosive liquid containing 31.9 per cent, of hydrogen chlorid, HC1. ...
- Acidum Hydrochloricum Dilutum.—Diluted Hydrochloric Acid, U. S. P.
- A solution containing 10 per cent, of hydrogen chlorid. HC1. Properties : Diluted hydrochloric acid is a colorless, odorless, strongly acid aqueous solution; freely miscible in all ...
- Acidum Hydrocyanicum Dilutum.—Diluted Hydrocyanic Acid, U. S. P.
- This preparation in all the leading pharmacopeias of the world, is now uniformly directed to contain 2 per cent, of hydrogen cyanid, HCN. Properties : It occurs as a colorless liquid ...
- Acidum Nitricum.—Nitric Acid, U. S. P.
- A liquid containing about 68 per cent., by weight, of hydrogen nitrate, HNO3. Properties : Nitric acid is colorless, fuming, very caustic and corrosive and has a peculiar, somewhat ...
- Acidum Salicylicum.—Salicylic Acid, U. S. P.
- An organic acid, HC7H5O3 = C6H4.OH.COOH, generally prepared synthetically from phenol. Properties : It occurs as fine, white needles or a bulky, white crystalline, odorless powder, ...
- Acidum Tannicum.—Tannic Acid, U. S. P., Tannin.
- An organic acid, HC14H908, obtained from nutgall. Properties : Tannic acid occurs as a light yellowish, amorphous powder, gradually turning darker when exposed to air and light. It has ...
- Glyceritum Acidi Tannici.—Glycerite Of Tannic Acid, U. S. P.
- A 20 Per Cent. Solution Of Tannic Acid In Glycerin. Dosage: 1 c.c. or 15 minims corresponding to 0.2 gm. or 3 grains of tannic acid. This preparation is chiefly used externally and ...
- Tannalbin.—Tannalbin, N. N. R., Albumin Tannate.
- It is insoluble in gastric juice and becomes effective when it reaches the intestine. Dosage: 2 gm. or 30 grains. ...
- Aconitum.—Aconite, U. S. P.
- The tuberous root of Aconitum napellus L. Action and Uses: Aconite slows the pulse and thus lowers the blood-pressure. The nervous system is first stimulated and then depressed. Death ...
- Tinctura Aconiti.—Tincture Of Aconite, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent 10 gm. of the drug in approximately 65 per cent. of alcohol. Externally it is useful as a local application for the relief of neuralgic pain. ...
- Adeps—Lard, U. S. P.
- True fats, chiefly those of animal origin, form an important class of ointment bases. They are especially valuable when penetrating ointments are desired for softening the skin for inunctions, ...
- Adeps Benzoinatus.—Benzoinated Lard, U. S. P.
- Benzoinated lard is made by incorporating with lard 2 per cent. of benzoin and straining. ...
- Adeps Lanae Hydrosus.—Hydrous Wool Fat, U. S. P., Lanolin.
- This preparation is made by mixing the purified fat of sheep's wool with water in a proportion not to exceed 3 parts of the latter to 7 parts of the former. Lanolin is used as an ...
- Aether.—Ether, U. S. P.
- A liquid composed of about 96 per cent., by weight, of absolute ether, (C2H3)2O, and about 4 per cent. of alcohol, C2H5OH. Properties : It Is volatile, inflammable, and the vapors, ...
- Aether Nitrosus.—Used Only In The Form Of:
- Spiritus Aetheris Nitrosi.Spirit Of Nitrous Ether, U. S. P., Sweet Spirits Of Niter. A solution of not less than 4 per cent. of ethyl nitrite, C2H5N02, in alcohol. ...
- Aethylis Chloridum.—Ethyl Chlorid, U. S. P.
- Properties : It is a colorless and very volatile liquid having an agreeable odor and a sweetish, burning taste. It should be preserved in hermetically sealed glass tubes and kept in a cool place ...
- Aethyl-Morphinae Hydrochloridum. — Ethyl-Morphin Hydrochlorid, N. N. R., Dionin.
- Properties : Ethyl-morphin is an artificial base obtained by the action of ethyl iodid on morphin in the presence of an alkali. It occurs as a white, microscopically crystalline powder, odorless ...
- Alcohol.—Alcohol, U. S. P.
- In European pharmacopeias it is usually designated as Spiritus, and varies considerably in strength. Properties : The official U. S. P. alcohol is a colorless volatile liquid ...
- Elixir Aromaticum.—Aromatic Elixir, U. S. P.
- An aromatic and sweetened liquid containing about 25 per cent, of alcohol, by volume. ...
- Aloes.—Aloe, U. S. P.
- The inspissated juice of various species of Aloe is included in all the pharmacopeias. It is used in its original form, as a watery extract or as a purified extract known as aloin. ...
- Aloinum.—Aloin, U. S. P.
- Dosage: Purgative dose 0.05 gm. or 1 grain. In the treatment of chronic constipation aloin is frequently given in doses of from 0.005 to 0.02 gm. or 1/10 to 1/3 grain in combination with extract ...
- Alumen.— Alum, U. S. P.
- Crystallized potassium aluminum sulphate, A1K(S04)2 12H20. Properties : Alum occurs as colorless crystals or a white powder without odor, but having a strongly astringent taste. It is ...
- Alumen Exsiccatum.—Exsiccated Alum, U. S. P.
- A powder representing about twice its weight of the crystallized alum; it is sometimes used externally as a dusting powder or in the form of ointments. ...
- Alumini Acetas.—Aluminum Acetate
- Used Principally In The Form Of: Liquor Alumini Acetatis.Solution Of Aluminum Acetate, N. F. Properties : A clear, colorless solution, containing from 7.5 to 8 per ...
- Ammonium Compounds
- Ammonium compounds are divisible into two classes. In the first class the ammonium is combined with a strong acid such as hydrochloric or sulphuric. These ...
- Aqua Ammoniae—Ammonia Water, U. S. P.
- An aqueous solution, containing about 10 per cent, by weight of ammonia (NH3). On standing, this solution loses ammonia and hence should be kept in well-stoppered bottles and should frequently ...
- Linimentum Ammonia.—Ammonia Liniment, U. S. P.
- A mixture of ammonia water 35 parts, alcohol 5 parts and a fatty oil 60 parts. ...
- Ammonii Acetas.—Ammonium Acetate.
- Used chiefly in the form of: Liquor Ammonii Acetatis.Solution Of Ammonium Acetate, U. S. P. An aqueous solution containing about 7 per cent. of ammonium acetate. It ...
- Ammonii Carbonas.—Ammonium Carbonate, U. S. P.
- Ammonium carbonate consists of a mixture of ammonium bicarbonate and ammonium carbamate. Properties : It occurs as white, hard masses, having a strong odor of ammonia and a sharp, ...
- Spiritus Ammoniae Aromaticus. — Aromatic Spirit Of Ammonia, U. S. P.
- A solution of ammonium carbonate with some free ammonia and aromatic oils in alcohol. Action and Uses : The same as those of Ammonium Carbonate. Dosage: From 1 to 5 cc. or 15 ...
- Ammonii Chloridum.—Ammonium Chlorid, U. S. P., Nh4cl.
- Properties : Ammonium chlorid usually occurs as a white, crystalline powder, without odor, having a cooling, saline taste. It is freely soluble in water (1:2), and soluble in alcohol (1:50), its ...
- Nitrites
- The Nitrites used in medicine are certain salts or esters of nitrous acid and possess a common pharmacologic action. This group also includes certain organic nitrates ...
- Amylis Nitris.—Amyl Nitrite, U. S. P.
- Properties : A liquid containing about 80 per cent, of amyl (chiefly isoamyl) nitrite. It should be kept in hermetically sealed glass bulbs or in dark, amber-colored, glass-stoppered vials. in a ...
- Amylum.—Starch—Corn-Starch, U. S. P.
- The starch grains obtained from the fruit of Zea mays occur in the form of powder or irregular, angular, white masses, insoluble in both water and alcohol, but swelling into a colloidal ...
- Antimonii Et Potassii Tartras.—Antimony And Potassium Tartrate, U. S. P., Tartar Emetic.
- Antimony and potassium tartrate is a double salt of antimony and potassium with the radical of tartaric acid. Properties : It occurs as a white powder or as colorless transparent ...
- Vinum Antimonii,—Wine Of Antimony, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. contain 0.4 gm. of antimony and potassium tartrate in white wine fortified by alcohol. This preparation is practically identical with the antimonial wine official in other ...
- Apomorphinae Hydrochloridum. — Apomorphine Hydrochlorid, U. S. P.
- The hydrochlorid of an artificial alkaloid prepared from morphin by the abstraction of one molecule of water. Properties : Apomorphin hydrochlorid occurs as minute, grayish-white ...
- Antipyrina.—Antipyrine, U. S. P.
- This substance is described in the British Pharmacopeia as phenazonum and in the German Pharmacopeia and some other European pharmacopeias as pyrazolonum phenyldi-methylicum. ...
- Aqua.—Water, U. S. P.
- Water is described by the pharmacopeia as potable water in its purest obtainable state. Water used for medicines should be sterile; It is preferable to use: Aqua Destillata....
- Argenti Nitras.—Silver Nitrate, U. S. P., Lunar Caustic.
- Properties : Silver nitrate, AgN03, occurs in colorless, crystal-line tables, becoming gray, or grayish black on exposure to light in the presence of organic matter. It is odorless and has a ...
- Argenti Nitras Fusus.—Molded Silver Nitrate, U. S. P.
- A white, hard solid generally in the form of pencils or cones. A small amount of silver chlorid is added in the process for the purpose of toughening the mass. Argenti Proteinas.&#...
- Arseni Trioxidum.—Arsenic Trioxid, U. S. P., As2o3.
- Formerly official as Arsenous Acid Properties : Arsenic trioxid occurs as an opaque, white powder or in irregular masses of two varieties, one amorphous, the other crystalline, ...
- Liquor Potassii Arsenitis.—Solution Of Potassium Arsenite, U. S. P., Fowler's Solution
- An aqueous solution containing potassium arsenite, corresponding to 1 per cent, of arsenic trioxid. Dosage: 0.2 c.c. or 3 minims This solution is often somewhat alkaline and ...
- Liquor Acidi Arsenosi.—Solution Of Arsenous Acid., U. S. P.
- An aqueous solution containing the equivalent of 1 per cent, of arsenic trioxid with 5 per cent, of hydrochloric acid. Dosage: 0.2 c.c. or 3 minims. ...
- Liquor Arseni Et Hydrargyri Iodidi.—Solution Of Arsenous And Mercuric Iodids, U. S. P.
- Commonly designated as Donovan's solution; represents 1 per cent, of arsenous iodid and 1 per cent, of mercuric iodid. Dosage: 0.1 c.c. or 1½ minims. ...
- Asafoetida.—Asafetida, U. S. P.
- A gum resin obtained from the roots of Ferula foetida and probably other species of Ferula. Properties : A good quality of asafetida should contain not less than 50 per cent, of matter ...
- Aspidium.—Aspidium, U. S. P., Male Fern.
- The dried rhizome of several species of Dryopteris; used only in the form of: Oleoresina Aspidii.Oleoresin Of Aspidium, U. S. P. An oleoresin prepared by extracting ...
- Aspirin.—Aspirin, N. N. R., Acetylsalicylic Acid, C6h4o(Ch3co) Cooh.
- The acetic acid ester of salicylic acid. Properties : Aspirin occurs as a crystalline, odorless powder with a faintly acidulous taste. It is slightly soluble in water (1:100) and ...
- Atropina.—Atropine, U. S. P.
- An alkaloid obtained from Atropa belladonna and from other solanaceous plants. Properties : The alkaloid itself is only slightly soluble in water and is usually prescribed in the form ...
- Atropinae Sulphas.—Atropine Sulphate, U. S. P.
- Properties : Atropin sulphate occurs as a white, crystalline powder or microscopic crystals which are odorless, but have a very bitter, nauseating taste. Atropin sulphate is very soluble in ...
- Balsamum Peruvianum.—Balsam Of Peru, U. S. P.
- A balsam obtained from a tree, Toluifera Pereirae; it contains traces of cinnamic and benzoic acids and their esters and resins. Action and Uses : Balsam of Peru is not used internally, ...
- Isamum Tolutanum.—Balsam Of Tolu, U. S. P.
- A balsam obtained from Toluifera Balsamum, a tree indigenous to New Granada. Properties : Balsam of Tolu occurs as a yellowish-brown, plastic solid, becoming brittle when old, dried or ...
- Syrupus Tolutanus.—Syrup Of Tolu, U. S. P.
- A saturated solution of the aromatic constituents of balsam of Tolu in syrup. Action and Uses: Syrup of Tolu is much used as a vehicle for expectorant mixtures. Dosage: 16 c....
- Belladonnae Folia.—Belladonna Leaves, U. S. P.
- The dried leaves of Atropa Belladonna, yielding by the process outlined in the pharmacopeia, not less than 0.3 per cent, of mydriatic alkaloids, chiefly hyoscyamin. Action and Uses: ...
- Tinctura Belladonnae Foliorum. — Tincture Of Belladonna Leaves, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent 10 gm. of the drug. Incompatibilities: The tincture should not be prescribed with alkalies. Dosage: 0.5 c.c. or 8 minims, representing approximately ...
- Extractum Belladonnae Foliorum. — Extract Of Belladonna Leaves, U. S. P.
- A hydro-alcoholic extract of belladonna leaves. Dosage: 0.01 gm. or 1/5 grain, corresponding approximately to 0.00015 gm. or 1/400 grain of mydriatic alkaloids. ...
- Emplastrum Belladonnae.—Belladonna Plaster, U. S. P.
- This represents approximately 30 per cent, of extract of belladonna. The commercial and widely used plasters are not identical with that described in the pharmacopeia in other than alkaloidal ...
- Unguentum Belladonnae.—Belladonna Ointment, U. S. P.
- An ointment containing 10 per cent, of extract of bella-donna in a mixture of hydrous wool fat and benzoinated lard. ...
- Benzoinum.—Benzoin, U. S. P.
- A balsamic resin obtained from several species of Styrax trees indigenous to Siam, Sumatra and Java. Properties : Benzoin contains benzoic acid, cinnamic acid and resins which are ...
- Tinctura Benzoinae Composita.—Compound Tincture Of Benzoin, U. S. P.
- A mixture of the alcohol-soluble constituents of benzoin. 10 gm.; aloes, 2 gm.; storax, 8 gm, and balsam of Tolu, 4 gm., in sufficient alcohol to make 100 c.c. Action and Uses: ...
- Benzosulphinidum.—Benzolsulphinid, Saccharin, U. S. P.
- The anhydrid of ortho-sulphamid-benzoic acid (Benzo-sulphonic-imid). Properties : Benzosulphinimid is a white, crystalline powder, nearly odorless, having an intensely sweet taste even ...
- Betanaphthol.—Betanaphthol, U. S. P. (Naphthol, U. S. P. 1890).
- Betanaphthol is a phenol found in coaltar, but usually manufactured from naphthalene. Properties : It occurs as colorless, or pale buff-colored, crystal-line laminae or a crystalline ...
- Bismuthi Subcarbonas.—Bismuth Subcarbonate, U. S. P.
- A basic carbonate of bismuth of somewhat varying composition, some specimens being more basic than others. Properties : Bismuth subcarbonate is practically insoluble in water or ...
- Bismuthi Subgallas.—Bismuth Subgallate, U. S. P., Dermatol.
- A basic gallate of bismuth of somewhat varying composition, containing bismuth equivalent to from 52 to 57 per cent, of bismuth oxid. Properties : Bismuth subgallate occurs as an ...
- Bismuth Subnitras.—Bismuth Subnitrate, U. S. P.
- Bismuth subnitrate is a basic bismuth nitrate of somewhat varying chemical composition. Properties : Bismuth subnitrate occurs as a heavy, white, odorless and almost tasteless powder. ...
- Bismuthi Subsalicylas.—Bismuth Subsalicylate, U. S. P.
- Properties : Bismuth subsalicylate occurs as a white or nearly white amorphous crystalline powder, odorless and tasteless. It is practically insoluble in cold water; on prolonged boiling with ...
- Cachetae Cachets
- Cachets, or wafers, are made by pressing a mixture of flour, or starch and water between hot iron plates, and are used much in the same way as capsules for enclosing dry and powdered drugs, but ...
- Caffeina.—Caffein, U. S. P.
- A feebly basic alkaloid obtained from the dried leaves of Thea sinensis or from the dried seeds of Coffea arabica and also found in other plants. Tea contains from 1 to 4 per cent, of caffein; ...
- Caffeina Citrata.—Citrated Caffein, U. S. P.
- A mixture of equal parts of caffein and citric acid. Properties : Citrated caffein is a white odorless powder having a slightly bitter taste and an acid reaction. It ...
- Caffeinae Sodio-Benzoas.—Caffein Sodio-Benzoate, N. F.
- A mixture of equal parts of caffein and sodium benzoate. Properties: It is freely soluble (1 : 2) in water and is well adapted for administration in solution either by mouth or ...
- Calcii Carbonas Praecipitatus.—Precipitated Calcium Carbonate. U. S. P., Precipitated Chalk, Cac03.
- Calcium carbonate, obtained by precipitating a solution of a salt of calcium by a soluble carbonate, collecting and washing the precipitate and drying. Properties : Precipitated ...
- Calcii Chloridum.—Calcium Chlorid, U. S. P., Cacl2.
- Properties : Calcium chlorid occurs as white, translucent fragments, which are odorless and have a sharp saline taste. It is very deliquescent and should be kept in well-stoppered bottles. It is ...
- Calcii Hypophosphis.—Calcium Hypophosphite, U. S. P., Ca(Ph202)2.
- Properties : Calcium hypophosphite occurs as colorless, transparent prisms, small lustrous scales or a white crystalline powder, which is odorless and has a nauseous, bitter taste. It is freely ...
- Calcii Lactas.—Calcium Lactate, N. N. R.
- Properties Calcium lactate occurs in white crystalline masses or powder, and is odorless and tasteless. It is soluble in water (1: 10) but very slightly soluble in alcohol. ...
- Calcii Phosphas Praecipitatus.—Precipitated Calcium Phosphate, U. S. P., Ca3( Po4)2.
- Properties : Precipitated calcium phosphate occurs as a bulky, white, amorphous powder that is odorless and tasteless. It is practically insoluble in water and in alcohol, but is soluble in ...
- Calx.—Lime, Calcium Oxid, U. S. P., Cao.
- Properties : Calcium oxid occurs as hard, white or grayish-white masses, which, in contact with the air. gradually attract moisture and carbon dioxid and fall to a white powder; it is odorless ...
- Liquor Calcis.—Lime-Water, Solution Of Calcium Hydroxide, U. S. P.
- A saturated solution of calcium hydroxid containing about 0.14 per cent, of Ca(OH)2. Properties : Lime-water is a clear, colorless liquid without odor, and has an alkaline, bitter ...
- Linimentum Calcis.—Lime Liniment, U. S. P.
- This is more popularly known as carron oil from the name of the iron works, in england, where it originated. Properties : It is essentially a mixture of equal parts of a bland fixed ...
- Calx Chlorinata.—Chlorinated Lime, Chlorinated Calcium Oxid. U. S. P., Bleaching Powder.
- Bleaching powder, often improperly called chlorid of lime, is a variable compound resulting from the action of chlorin on calcium hydroxid. It should contain not less than 30 per cent, of ...
- Liquor Sodae Chlorinatae.—Solution Of Chlorinated Soda, U. S. P., Labarraque's Solution.
- An aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite and sodium chlorid containing at least 2.4 per cent, of available chlorin. It is made by decomposing a solution of chlorinated lime with sodium ...
- Camphora.—Camphor, U. S. P.
- A ketone C9H16CO obtained from Cinnamomum Camphora, purified by sublimation. Properties : Camphor occurs as white translucent masses of a tough consistence and a crystalline structure, ...
- Aqua Camphorae.—Camphor Water, U. S. P.
- A saturated solution of camphor in distilled water. It is a very weak preparation. Camphor water is often used as a vehicle for collyria. Dosage: 10 c.c. or about 2 fluidrams (...
- Spiritus Camphorae.—Spirit Of Camphor, U. S. P.
- One Hundred C.c. Contain 10 Gm. Camphor In Alcohol. Dosage: 1 c.c. or 15 minims. ...
- Linimentum Camphorae.—Camphpr Liniment. U. S. P.
- Camphorated Oil. One hundred c.c. contain 20 gm. camphor in cottonseed oil, but a more limpid oil may be preferred, particularly if the preparation is to be used for hypodermic ...
- Cannabis Indica.—Indian Cannabis, U. S. P.
- The dried flowering tops of the pistillate plants of Cannabis sativa, grown in the East Indies and gathered while the fruits are yet undeveloped, and carrying the whole of their natural resin. ...
- Cantharis.—Cantharides, U. S. P.
- The beetle Cantharis vesicatoria, Spanish fly, thoroughly dried. Action and Uses : Cantharides is very irritating to the intestinal canal, producing hyperemia of the mouth and throat ...
- Ceratum Cantharidis.—Cantharides Cerate, U. S. P.
- This contains 32 per cent, of cantharides. Ceratum cantharidis may be used for the purpose of vesication, but the blistering plasters commonly put up by manufacturers have a slightly ...
- Capsicum.—Capsicum, U. S. P.
- The dried, ripe fruit of Capsicum fastigiatum. Action and Uses: Capsicum is carminative, stimulant and rubefacient. It is frequently prescribed in atonic dyspepsia, especially in cases ...
- Tinctura Capsici.—Tincture Of Capsicum, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent 10 gm. of the drug in approximately 90 per cent, alcohol. Dosage: 0.5 c.c. or 7½ minims. ...
- Capsulae Capsules
- Capsules, either hard or soft, are made of gelatin molded over a suitable object. Hard capsules, made in different sizes, have long been used for administering liquids as well as solids, while ...
- Carbo Ligni.—Charcoal, U. S. P.
- Prepared from soft wood and very finely powdered. Properties : Charcoal is a black, odorless and tasteless powder, free from gritty matter. Actions and Uses: Locally charcoal ...
- Cardamomum.—Cardamom, U. S. P.
- The dried nearly ripe fruit of Elettaria repens. Action and Uses: Cardamom is used as an aromatic, carminative and stomachic. ...
- Tinctura Cardamomi.—Tincture Of Cardamom.
- Represents 20 per cent, of cardamom in diluted alcohol. This preparation should not be confounded with compound tincture of cardamom, which is a comparatively weak solution of the soluble ...
- Caryophyllus.—Cloves, U. S. P.
- The dried flower buds of Eugenia aromatica. ...
- Oleum Caryophylli.—Oil Of Cloves, U. S. P.
- A volatile oil distilled from cloves consisting largely (80 per cent.) of eugenol. Properties : Oil of cloves occurs as a colorless or pale yellow, thin liquid, becoming darker and ...
- Cataplasmata Poultices
- Poultices are soft solid preparations used for the purpose of applying heat and moisture to localized areas of the body. This application of heat induces a superficial hyperemia which is ...
- Cera Alba.—White Wax, U. S. P.,
- Is The Bleached Form Of: Cera FlavaYellow Wax, U. S. P. A solid substance prepared from the honeycomb of the bee, Apis mellifera. In medicine wax is chiefly used to ...
- Cerata Cerates
- Cerates are solid ointment-like preparations containing sufficient wax to prevent them from melting at the temperature of the body. For the preparation included in this list see: ...
- Chartae Papers
- Medicated papers are pieces of absorbent paper that have been treated with medicinal substances or suitably sized paper coated with a layer of the medicinal substance. For the ...
- Chloralum Hydratum.—Hydrated Chloral, U. S. P. Chloral Hydrate.
- A crystalline solid, CCl3CH (OH)2, the hydrate of trichlor-acetaldehyd (chloral), CCl3.CHO. Properties : Hydrated chloral occurs as colorless and transparent crystals, having an ...
- Chloroform.—Chloroform, U. S. P.
- A liquid consisting of from 99 to 99.4 per cent, of chloroform, CH.Cl3, and from 0.6 to 1 per cent, of alcohol, C2,H5OH. added as a preservative. Chloroform is now largely made by the ...
- Aqua Chloroformi.—Chloroform Water, U. S. P.
- A saturated aqueous solution of chloroform containing approximately 1 part in 200. Dosage: It may be made extemporaneously by adding a few drops of chloroform to a glass of water, ...
- Spiritus Chloroformi.—Spirit Of Chloroform, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. contain 6 c.c. of chloroform in alcohol. Dosage: 2 c.c. or 30 minims containing 0.12 c.c. or 2 minims of chloroform. ...
- Linimentum Chloroformi.—Chloroform Liniment, U. S. P.
- A 30 Per Cent, Solution Of Chloroform In Soap Liniment. ...
- Chromii Trioxidum.—Chromium Trioxid, U. S. P., Cro3.
- This is more popularly, though incorrectly, termed chromic acid and should contain not less than 90 per cent, of CrO3. Properties : Chromium trioxid occurs as needle-shaped crystals or ...
- Chrysarobinum.—Chrysarobin, U. S. P.
- A neutral principle extracted from Goa powder, a substance found deposited in the wood of Vouacapoua Araroba. Properties : Chrysarobin is a pale orange-yellow, micro-crystalline powder,...
- Unguentum Chrysarobini.—Chrysarobin Ointment, U. S. P.
- Representing a solution of about 5 per cent, of chrysarobin in benzoinated lard. ...
- Cinchona.—Cinchona, U. S. P.
- The dried bark of different species, principally hybrids, of Cinchona yielding not less than 5 per cent, of anhydrous cinchona alkaloids, the chief of which is quinin. Action and Uses: ...
- Tinctura Cinchonae.—Tincture Of Cinchona, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent about 20 gm. cinchona in a mixture of alcohol, water and glycerol. Dosage: 4 c.c. or 1 fluidram ...
- Tinctura Cinchonae Composita.—Compound Tincture Of Cinchona, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent 10 gm. red cinchona with bitter orange peel and serpentaria, as aromatics, in a mixture of alcohol, water and glycerol. Dosage: 4 c.c. or 1 fluidram. ...
- Cinnamomum.—Cinnamon, U. S. P.
- The commercial drug is the dried bark or inner bark of different species of Cinnamomum. Action and Uses: In medicine it is largely used as an aromatic or carminative preferably in the ...
- Oleum Cinnamomi.—Oil Of Cinnamon, U. S. P.
- A volatile oil containing about 75 per cent, of cinnamic aldehyd and occurring as a yellowish liquid having the characteristic odor of cinnamon and a sweetish spicy and ...
- Aqua Cinnamomi.—Cinnamon Water, U. S. P.
- A saturated solution of oil of cinnamon in distilled water; it is largely used as a vehicle. Dosage: 15 c.c. or 4 fluidrams. ...
- Cocaina.—Cocaine, U. S. P.
- An alkaloid obtained from several varieties of Coca. Properties : Cocain forms large colorless prisms, having a slightly bitter taste and producing on the tongue a temporary numbness. ...
- Cocainae Hydrochloridum.—Cocaine Hydrochloride, U. S. P. The Neutral Hydrochlorid Of The Alkaloid Cocain.
- Incompatibilities: It is incompatible with alkalies, sodium borate and zinc sulphate. Dosage: 0.03 gm. or ½ grain. ...
- Codeina.—Codeine, U. S. P.
- An alkaloid obtained from opium or prepared from morphin by methylation. Properties : Codein occurs as white, nearly translucent crystals or a crystalline powder, odorless and having a ...
- Colchici Semen.—Colchicum Seed, U. S. P.
- The seed of Colchicum autumnale, assaying not less than 0.55 per cent, of colchicin. Action and Uses: Colchicum produces marked irritation of the intestines, leading to looseness of ...
- Tinctura Colchici Seminis.—Tincture Of Colchicum Seed. U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent 10 gm. colchicum seed in approximately 55 per cent, alcohol; it should assay approximately 0.05 per cent, of colchicin. It is similar to but not identical with the ...
- Collodia—Collodions
- Collodions are solutions of pyroxylin (guncotton) in a mixture of ether and alcohol, or of acetone, and are intended for external application. For the preparations included in this ...
- Collodium.—Collodion, U. S. P.
- A solution containing, in 100 c.c, 4 gm of pyroxylin, or guncotton, in a mixture of 3 volumes of ether and 1 volume of alcohol. It is used as a protective and a vehicle chiefly in the form of:...
- Collodium Flexile.—Flexible Collodion, U. S. P.
- A mixture of collodion with Canada turpentine (5 per cent.), and castor oil (3 per cent.). The addition of the small proportion of castor oil makes the resulting film elastic and more tenacious. ...
- Colocynthis.—Colocynth, U. S. P. Bitter Apple.
- The peeled dried fruit of Citrullus colocynthis. from which the seeds should be separated and rejected in making pharmacopeial preparations. Colocynth belongs to the class of one-time ...
- Confectiones—Confections
- Confections, conserves or electuaries were formerly used extensively, and usually occur as soft, pasty solids consisting of active drugs mixed with sugar or honey. ...
- Copaiba.—Copaiba, U. S. P.
- An oleoresin derived from one or more South American species of Copaiba. Properties : Copaiba is a pale yellow to brownish-yellow liquid, having a peculiar, aromatic odor, and a ...
- Creosotum.—Creosote, U. S. P.
- A mixture of phenols and phenol derivatives, chiefly guaiacol and creosol, obtained during the distillation of wood-tar, preferably that derived from the beech. Properties : It occurs ...
- Cresol.—Cresol, U. S. P.
- A mixture of the three isomeric cresols obtained from coal-tar, freed from phenol, hydrocarbons and water. Cresol occurs as a straw-colored, refractive liquid, having a phenol-like ...
- Liquor Cresolis Compositus.—Compound Solution Of Cresol, U. S. P.
- A mixture of equal parts of cresol and a solution of a potassium soap. Action and Uses : Compound solution of cresol has about twice the germicidal power of pure phenol. On account of ...
- Cupri Sulphas.—Copper Sulphate, U. S. P., Cuso45h20.
- Properties : Copper sulphate forms large, transparent, deep-blue crystals, odorless, having a nauseous, metallic taste. Copper sulphate is freely soluble in water (1:2.2) but only slightly ...
- Decocta—Decoctions
- Decoctions are aqueous preparations made by boiling vegetable substances in water and then straining. ...
- Diacetyl-Morphinae Hydrochloridum. — Heroin Hydrochlorid. N. N. R.
- The hydrochloric acid salt of diacetyl-morphin, a base formed by the action of acetic anhydrid on anhydrous morphin. Properties : ...
- Digitalis Substances
- This group includes as its most important members digitalis, strophanthus and squill. Others of the group are of minor importance. The drugs of the group increase the tone of the heart and ...
- Digitalis.—Digitalis, U. S. P.
- The dried leaves of Digitalis purpurea. Digitalis contains a number of glucosidal principles, the most important of which are digitoxin, digitalin and digitalein, the actions of which are ...
- Elaterinum.—Elaterin, U. S. P.
- A neutral principle obtained from elaterium. a substance deposited by the juice of the fruit of Ecballium Elaterium. Properties Elaterin occurs as minute white hexagonal scales or ...
- Elixiria—Elixirs
- Elixirs are sweetened, aromatic, alcoholic liquids similar to cordials and having probably the same origin. For preparations included in this list see: Elixir Adjuvans, under Glycyrrhiza. Elixir ...
- Emplastra—Plasters
- Plasters are a class of solid preparations for external use and serve either as simple adhesives or as counter-irritants. The official plasters are practically never used but are replaced by the ...
- Emulsa—Emulsiones—Emulsions
- Emulsions are aqueous preparations in which oils or resins are suspended by means of mucilaginous substances. ...
- Enemata—Clysters
- An enema, or clyster, is a liquid preparation intended to be injected into the rectum. ...
- Epinephrina.—Epinephrin, N. N. E.
- The blood-pressure-raising principle of the suprarenal gland, also produced synthetically, is official in the French, Italian and Belgian Pharmacopeias as adrenalin and in the German ...
- Ergota.—Ergot, U. S. P.
- The sclerotium of Claviceps purpurea, replacing the grain of rye. Ergot appears to owe its activity to two active principles, ergotoxin (hydroergotinin) and hydroxyphenyl-ethylamin. The latter ...
- Fluidextractum. Ergotae.—Fluidextract Of Ergot, U. S. P.
- (Extractum Ergotae Fluidum, Pharm. 1890). A hydro-alcoholic extract of ergot similar to, but not identical with, the international standard fluidextract of ergot. Dosage: 2 c....
- Eucalyptus.—Eucalyptus, U. S. P.
- The dried leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus collected from the older parts of the tree. Eucalyptol.Eucalyptol, U. S. P. An organic oxid (cineol), obtained from the ...
- Extracta—Extracts
- Extracts are soft solid or powdered preparations made by evaporating a solution of the soluble ingredients of vegetable drugs at a low temperature. For preparations included in this ...
- Fel Bovis.—Oxgall, U. S. P.
- The fresh bile of Bos taurus. ...
- Fel Bovis Purificatum.—Purified Oxgall, U. S. P.
- A yellowish-green, soft solid, or at the present time more frequently a yellow or greenish-yellow powder, having a peculiar odor and a bitter taste. Action and Uses: Purified oxgall is ...
- Ferri Carbonas.—Ferrous Carbonate.
- Properties : Ferrous carbonate is made by precipitating a solution of a soluble ferrous salt by a soluble carbonate. Such a precipitate tends to give off carbon dioxid. absorb oxygen and change ...
- Massa Ferri Carbonatis.—Mass Of Ferrous Carbonate, U. S. P.
- It is better known as Vallet's mass. It contains ferrous carbonate, with honey and sugar as preservatives, and sodium sulphate resulting from the process of manufacture. Dosage: 0.25 ...
- Pilulae Ferri Carbonatis.—Pills Of Ferrous Carbonate, U. S. P.
- These are popularly known as Blaud's pills. They consist of ferrous carbonate, potassium sulphate and sugar, with a smaller proportion of tragacanth and althea to make a mass. Each pill ...
- Ferri Chloridum.—Ferric Chloride, U. S. P. Fecl3.
- Used In Medicine Principally In The Form Of: Tinctura Ferri Chloridi.Tincture Of Ferric Chloride, U. S. P. It is a hydro-alcoholic solution of FeCl3, containing not ...
- Ferri Et Ammonii Citras.—Iron And Ammonium Citrate, U. S. P.
- It should contain the equivalent of 16 per cent, metallic iron. Properties : It forms thin, transparent, garnet-red scales, without odor, having a saline, mildly ferruginous taste ; ...
- Ferri Iodidum.—Ferrous Iodide, Fei2.
- Ferrous iodid is a very unstable compound, easily undergoing oxidation. In order to preserve it in the ferrous condition it is commonly used in medicine in the form of syrup. ...
- Syrupus Ferri Iodidi.— Syrup Of Ferrous Iodide. U. S. P.
- This is a syrup liquid containing about 5 per cent, by weight of FeI2, and practically identical with the international standard syrup of ferrous iodid. Properties : Syrup of ferrous ...
- Ferri Phosphas Solubilis.—Soluble Ferric Phosphate, U. S. P.
- Properties : Soluble ferric phosphate should contain the equivalent of 12 per cent, of metallic iron and occurs in thin, bright-green transparent scales without odor, and having an acidulous, ...
- Ferri Sulphas.—Ferrous Sulphate. U. S. P.. Fes04.7H2,0.
- Green Vitriol. Properties : Ferrous sulphate occurs as large, pale bluish-green crystals, without odor, having a saline, styptic taste and efflorescent in dry air. It is freely soluble ...
- Ferri Sulphas Exsiccatus.—Exsiccated Ferrous Sulphate, U. S. P.
- One hundred parts represent approximately 150 parts of the crystalline substance. Properties : Exsiccated ferrous sulphate occurs as grayish-white powder, having the chemical ...
- Ferrum.—Iron, U. S. P.
- Metallic iron is used pharmaceutically in the production of preparations of iron, but in medicine is used chiefly in the form of: ...
- Ferrum Reductum.—Reduced Iron, U. S. P.
- Properties : Reduced iron should contain not less than 90 per cent, of iron. It occurs as a very fine, grayish-black powder, without odor or taste, and permanent in dry air. It is insoluble in ...
- Fluidextracta—Fluidextracts
- Fluidextracts are liquid preparations of uniform and definite strength made so that each cubic centimeter represents the soluble ingredients of 1 gm. of the crude drug. For ...
- Formaldehydum.—Formaldehyd, Ch20.
- Formaldehyd is the aldehyd of formic acid, HCOOH. Formaldehyd is commonly obtained by oxidation of methyl alcohol. It is used in medicine in the form of: ...
- Liquor Formaldehydi.—Solution Of Formaldehyde, U. S. P.
- Often referred to in literature under the proprietary name, Formalin. Properties : Solution of formaldehyd is an aqueous solution containing not less than 37 per cent, of formaldehyd, ...
- Gelatinum,—Gelatin, U. S. P.
- The purified air-dried product of the hydrolysis of certain animal tissues, as skin, ligaments and bones, by treatment with boiling water. An amorphous, more or less ...
- Gentiana.—Gentian, U. S. P.
- The dried rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea. Action and Uses: Gentian is one of a large class of substances with a bitter taste which have the power of stimulating the appetite and ...
- Glandulae Thyroideae Siccae.—Desiccated Thyroid Glands, U. S. P.
- The thyroid glands of the sheep, freed from fat, and cleaned, dried and powdered. Properties : Desiccated thyroid gland is a yellowish, amorphous powder, having a slight, peculiar odor,...
- Glycerinum— Glycerin, U. S. P., Glycerol, C3h5(Oh)3.
- A liquid obtained by the decomposition of vegetable or animal fats or fixed oils. Glycerin occurs as a clear colorless liquid, of a thick, syrupy consistence, smooth to the ...
- Glycerylis Nitras.—Glyceryl Trinitrate, Nitroglycerin, Trinitrin. Glonoin.
- A compound of glyceryl with nitric acid obtained by the action of nitric acid on glycerol in the presence of sulphuric acid. Properties : Nitroglycerin is a moderately volatile ...
- Spiritus Glycerylis Nitratis.—Spirit Of Glyceryl Trinitrate, U. S. P., Spirit Of Nitroglycerin (Spiritus Glonoini, Pharm. 1890).
- An alcoholic solution containing 1 per cent, by weight of glyceryl trinitrate. Properties : Spirit of Glyceryl Nitrate is a clear, colorless liquid, having the odor and taste of ...
- Glycyrrhiza.—Glycyrrhiza, Licorice Root, U. S. P.
- The dried rhizome and root of Glycyrrhiza glabra (Spanish licorice), or of Glycyrrhiza glandulifera (Russian licorice). Used in medicine chiefly as a vehicle and principally in the form of: ...
- Fluidextractum Glycyrrhizae.—Fluidextract Of Glycyrrhiza,
- U. S. P. [Extractum Glycyrrhizae Fluidum, Pharm., 1890]. An aqueous extract of glycyrrhiza preserved by means of glycerin and alcohol. Average Dose: 2 cc. or 30 minims. ...
- Pulvis Glycyrrhizae Compositus.—Compound Powder Of Glycyrrhiza, U. S. P.
- A Mixture Of Senna (18 Gm.), Glycyrrhiza (23.6 Gm.),sulphur (8 gm.). oil of fennel (0.4 gm.), and sugar (50 gm.) Action and Uses: Pulvis Glycyrrhizae Compositus has been widely used as ...
- Guaiacol.—Guaiacol, U. S. P.
- Guaiacol is one of the chief constituents of beechwood creosote. Properties : Guaiacol is a colorless or nearly colorless crystalline solid, melting at 28.5 C. (83.3 F.) or a ...
- Guaiacolis Carbonas.—Guaiacol Carbonate, U. S. P. (C7h7o)2 Co3.
- Guaiacol carbonate is a white crystalline powder of neutral reaction, almost tasteless and odorless. It is practically insoluble in water, but is soluble in alcohol. It is decomposed readily ...
- Hexamethylenamina.—Hexamethylenamin, U. S. P.
- This preparation is also known under several trade names, of which aminoform, formin and urotropin are included in N. N. R. Hexamethylenamin is ...
- Homatropinae Hydrobromidum.—Homatropine Hydrobromide, U. S. P.
- The hydrobromid of an alkaloid, tropin mandelate, produced synthetically. Properties : It usually occurs as a white, odorless, crystalline powder, having a bitter taste. It is freely ...
- Hydrargyri Chloridum Corrosivum.—Corrosive Mercuric Chloride, U. S. P., Corrosive Sublimate, Hgcl2.
- Properties : Mercuric chlorid occurs in the form of heavy colorless crystals or a heavy white powder having an acrid and persistent metallic taste. It is permanent in the air. It is very slowly ...
- Hydrargyri Chloridum Mite.—Mild Mercurous Chloride, U. S. P., Calomel, Hgcl.
- Properties : Mild mercurous chlorid is a white impalpable powder, becoming yellowish-white on trituration with strong pressure, odorless, tasteless and permanent in the air. It is practically ...
- Hydrargyri Iodidum Flavum.—Yellow Mercurous Iodide, U. S. P.
- Protiodid of mercury, HGI, formerly also called Green iodid of mercury. Properties : Mercurous iodid is a bright yellow, amorphous powder, odorless and ...
- Hydrargyri Oxidum Flavum.—Yellow Mercuric Oxide, U. S. P., Hgo.
- Properties : Yellow mercuric oxid is a light orange-yellow, amorphous powder, odorless and having a somewhat metallic taste. It is permanent in the air, but turns darker on exposure to light. ...
- Unguentum Hydrargyri Oxidi Flavi.—Ointment Of Yellow Mercuric Oxide, U. S. P.
- A 10 per cent, mixture of yellow mercuric oxid, with water, hydrous wool-fat and petrolatum. Dosage: For use in the eye it should be diluted with from 10 to 100 parts of petrolatum so ...
- Hydrargyri Salicylas.—Mercuric Salicylate, N. N. R.
- A mercuric salt of salicylic acid in which one atom of mercury is combined with one molecule of salicylic acid. Properties : Mercuric salicylate is a white amorphous powder, tasteless, ...
- Hydrargyrum.—Mercury, U. S. P.
- Properties : Metallic mercury in its ordinary form is a shining, silver-white, volatile and fluid metal without odor or taste In its massive form it has comparatively little physiologic action ...
- Hydrargyrum Cum Creta.—Mercury With Chalk, U. S. P., "Gray Powder."
- A powder containing 38 per cent, of mercury with clarified honey and prepared chalk. Properties : By long shaking and trituration of the mercury with the other ingredients it is ...
- Massa Hydrargyri.—Mass Of Mercury, U. S. P., "Blue Mass."
- A mixture of 33 per cent, of mercury with glycyrrhiza, althea, glycerin and honey of rose. The mercury is reduced to such fine division that globules are not visible under a ...
- Unguentum Hydrargyri.—Mercurial Ointment, U. S. P.
- A mixture of 50 per cent, of mercury with prepared chalk, benzoinated lard and 2 per cent, of oleate of mercury. The mercury is reduced by trituration to such fineness that globules ...
- Unguentum Hydrargyri Dilutum.—Blue Ointment, U. S. P.
- Blue ointment is made by mixing approximately 2 parts of mercurial ointment with 1 part of petrolatum. It represents approximately 33 per cent, of metallic mercury and conforms to the strength, ...
- Hydrargyrum Ammoniatum.—Ammoniated Mercury, U. S. P.
- A mercuric ammonium chlorid produced by the precipitation of a solution of mercuric chlorid by a solution of ammonia; it should represent not less than 78 nor more than 80 per cent, of metallic ...
- Unguentum Hydrargyri Ammoniati.—Ointment Of Ammoniated Mercury, U. S. P.
- A mixture of 10 per cent, of ammoniated mercury with white petrolatum and hydrous wool-fat. Action and Uses: Ammoniated mercury in the form of an ointment of from 2 to 10 per cent, is ...
- Hydrastis.—Hydrastis, U. S. P., Golden Seal.
- The dried rhizome and roots of Hydrastis canadensis, yielding when assayed by the process given in the U. S. Pharmacopeia not less than 2.5 per cent, of hydrastin. Action and Uses: ...
- Fluidextractum Hydrastis.—Fluidextract Of Hydrastis, U. S. P.
- A solution of the soluble constituents of hydrastis in a mixture of glycerin, alcohol and water. One hundred c.c. should contain 2 gm. of hydrastin. Hydrastis contains also berberine, ...
- Hydrogenii Dioxidum.—Hydrogen Dioxide, Hydrogen Peroxid.
- Hydrogen dioxid or peroxid is a compound of hydrogen and oxygen, H2O2, of syrupy consistency, which has a strong tendency to decompose into water and oxygen in the presence of oxidizable ...
- Aqua Hydrogenii Dioxidi.—Solution Of Hydrogen Dioxide, U. S. P.
- A slightly acid, aqueous solution of H202 (approximately 3 per cent.) corresponding to about 10 volumes of available oxygen. Properties : Solution of hydrogen dioxid is a colorless ...
- Hyoscyamus.—Hyoscyamus, U. S. P., Henbane.
- The dried leaves and flowering tops of Hyoscyamus niger. Tinctura Hyoscyami.Tincture Of Hyoscyamus, U. S. P. One hundred c.c. represent the soluble constituents of 10 ...
- Ichthyol.—Ichthyol, N. N. R., Ammonium Sulphoichthyolate.
- Ichthyol is an aqueous solution of the ammonium salts of sulphonic acids prepared from the distillate from bituminous shales found in the Tyrol and elsewhere. These shales contain the fossil ...
- Infusa—Infusions
- Infusions are aqueous preparations made by pouring hot or cold water over a vegetable drug and allowing the mixture to stand for a definite period and then straining. For the ...
- Iodoformum.—Iodoform, U. S. P.
- Iodoform is triiodomethane, CHI3, and is usually prepared by the action of iodin on alcohol or acetone in the presence of alkali or alkali carbonate. Properties : Iodoform forms a fine,...
- Iodum.—Iodin, U. S. P.
- Properties : Iodin is a heavy, bluish-black, dry and friable solid crystallizing in rhombic plates, having a metallic luster, a distinctive odor and a sharp and acrid taste. It is readily ...
- Tinctura Iodi.—Tincture Of Iodine, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. contain 7 gm. iodin and 5 gm. potassium iodid dissolved in alcohol. This preparation is quite dissimilar to that formerly official in the U. S. P. or the international standard ...
- Ipecacuanha.—Ipecac, U. S. P.
- The dried root of Cephaelis Ipecacuanha, commercially known, as Rio. Brazilian or Para ipecac, or of C. acuminata. commercially known as Cartagena ipecac. When assayed according to the ...
- Fluidextractum Ipecacuanhae.—Fluidextract Of Ipecac, U. S. P. (Extractum Ipecacuanhae Fluidum, Pharm. 1890).
- One hundred c.c. represent 100 gm. ipecac in approximately 75 per cent, alcohol. Dosage: As an emetic, 1 c.c. or 15 minims; as an expectorant, 0.05 c.c. or 1 minim. Syrupus ...
- Jalapa.—Jalap, U. S. P.
- The dried tuberous root of Exogonium Purga. Frequently used in the form of powder. Action and Uses : Jalap is a powerful purgative, producing copious watery evacuations. It is used for ...
- Pulvis Jalapae Compositus.—Compound Powder Of Jalap, U. S. P.
- A mixture of jalap (35 gm.) and potassium bitartrate (65 gm.). Dosage: 2 gm. or 30 grains. ...
- Linimenta—Liniments
- Liniments are liquid preparations intended for external application. For preparations included in this list see: Linimentum Ammoniac, under Ammonia. Linimentum Calcis, under Calx. ...
- Linum.—Linseed, Flaxseed, U. S. P.
- The ripe seed of Linum usitatissimum. Used extensively in the ground form for making cataplasms ...
- Oleum Lini.—Linseed Oil, U. S. P.
- A fixed oil, expressed from linseed. Properties : Linseed oil occurs as a yellowish, oily liquid, having a peculiar odor and a bland taste. It is soluble in absolute alcohol, but ...
- Liquores—Solutions
- Pharmaceutically, solutions are aqueous liquid preparations in which one or more substances are completely dissolved. For preparations included in this list see: Liquor Acidi Arsenosi, ...
- Lobelia.—Lobelia, U. S. P.
- The dried leaves and tops of Lobelia inflata. Occasionally administered in the form of powder. Action and Uses: Lobelia has almost the same action as nicotin. Small doses stimulate, ...
- Tincture Lobeliae.—Tincture Of Lobelia, U. S. P.
- One hundred c.c. represent 10 gm. lobelia in diluted alcohol. Dosage: From 0.5 c.c. to 1.5 c.c. or from 10 to 20 minims Ten minims may be given every fifteen minutes until distinct ...
- Magnesii Carbonas.—Magnesium Carbonate, U. S. P.
- A mixture of magnesium carbonate and magnesium hydroxid, approximately (MgCO3)4.Mg(OH)2.5H2O. Properties : Magnesium carbonate is a light, white, friable mass, or a bulky, white powder,...
- Liquor Magnesii Citratis.—Solution Of Magnesium Citrate. U. S. P.
- A solution containing 10 per cent, of a mixture of neutral and acid magnesium citrate. The materials for making 360 c.c. or 12 ounces of the preparation are placed in a strong bottle, ...
- Magnesii Oxidum.—Magnesium Oxid. U. S. P., Calcined Magnesia, Mgo.
- Properties : Magnesium oxid is a white, very bulky and very fine powder, without odor, and having an earthy but not a saline taste. It is almost insoluble in water and alcohol, but dissolves ...
- Magnesii Sulphas.—Magnesium Sulphate. U. S. P., Mgso4, 7h20. Epsom Salts."
- Properties : Magnesium sulphate occurs as small, colorless prismatic needles or rhombic prisms, without odor, and having a cooling, saline and bitter taste. It is freely soluble in water, but ...
- Magnesii Sulphas Effervescens.—Effervescent Magnesium Sulphate, U. S. P.
- A mixture containing magnesium sulphate (50 per cent.) with sodium bicarbonate, tartaric acid and citric acid. Dosage: 15 gm. or 240 grains. ...
- Massae—Masses
- Masses are soft solid preparations of such consistency that they can be made into pills readily. For preparations included in this list see: Massa Ferri Carbonatis, under Ferri ...
- Mellita—Honeys
- Honeys are sweet liquids having honey as a base; they formerly were much used as vehicles. ...
- Mentha Piperita.—Peppermint, U. S. P.
- The dried leaves and flowering tops of Mentha piperita. Oleum Menthae Piperitae.Oil Of Peppermint, U. S. P. A volatile oil distilled from the fresh or partly dried ...
- Menthol.—Menthol, U. S. P.
- A secondary alcohol, obtained from oil of peppermint, closely allied to camphor. Properties : Menthol occurs as colorless, acicular or prismatic crystals, having a strong and pure odor ...
- Methylis Salicylas.—Methyl Salicylate, U. S. P. (Methyl Salicylas, Pharm. 1890).
- An ester C6H4OHCOOCH3, occurring in oil of birch and in oil of wintergreen, and also produced synthetically. ...
- Oleum Betulae.—Oil Of Betula, U. S. P., Oil Of Birch.
- Oleum Gaultheriae.Oil Of Gaultheria, U. S. P.. Oil Of Wintergreen Oil of birch is also sold commercially as oil of wintergreen. Properties : Pure methyl salicylate is ...
- Misturae—Mixtures
- Mixtures Are Liquid Preparations Containing Insoluble Or Partly Soluble Medicinal Substances Suspended In Them. ...
- Morphina.—Morphine, U. S. P.
- An alkaloid obtained from opium, the chief therapeutic constituent of the drug. Properties : Morphin occurs as colorless or white crystals or a crystalline powder, odorless and having ...
- Morrhuae Oleum.—Cod-Liver Oil, U. S. P.
- A fixed oil obtained from the fresh livers of Gadus morrhua. Properties : Cod-liver oil occurs as a pale yellow, thin, oily liquid having a peculiar, slightly fishy, but not rancid odor,...
- Mucilagines—Mucilages
- Mucilages are aqueous solutions of gums or the mucilaginous principles of vegetable substances. For the preparations included in this list see: Mucilago Acaciae, under Acacia. ...
- Myrrha.—Myrrh, U. S. P.
- A gum resin obtained from Commiphora Myrrha. Used occasionally in the form of powder, and also used as a carminative, in connection with aloes, in the form of pills. Action and Uses: ...
- Tinctura Myrrhae.—Tincture Of Myrrh, U. S. P.
- One Hundred C.c. Represent 20 Gm. Myrrh In Alcohol.Dosage: 1 c.c. or 15 minims. For use in the mouth dilute with an equal volume of water. ...
- Nux Vomica.—Nux Vomica, U. S. P.
- The dried, ripe seed of Strychnos Nux-vomica, containing, when assayed by the process given in the U. S. P., not less than 1.25 per cent, of strychnin. Action and Uses: The ...
- Oleata—Ollates
- The official oleates are solutions of alkaloids or metallic oxids in oleic acid. ...
- Olea Pingua—Fixed Oils And Fats
- Fixed oils and fats are neutral esters of vegetable or animal derivation being compounds of acids (chiefly oleic, palmitic and stearic) with glycerol. For fixed oils included in this ...
- Olea Volatilia—Volatile Or Essential Oils
- Volatile or essential oils are liquids derived from plants and may contain or consist of neutral principles, aldehyds, ketones, phenols, esters or compound ethers. For volatile oils ...
- Oleoresinae—Oleoresins
- Oleoresins are thick liquid preparations consisting of volatile oils and resins extracted from vegetable substances by ether, acetone or alcohol. For the preparation included in this ...
- Opium.—Opium, U. S. P.
- The concrete, milky exudation obtained by incising the unripe capsules of Papaver somniferum. Action and Uses: The action of opium closely resembles that of morphin. It, however, is ...
- Oxygenium Compressum.—Compressed Oxygen, N. N. R. Gaseous Oxygen, 02, In A Compressed State.
- Properties : Compressed oxygen occurs as a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. slightly soluble in water and neutral to ordinary indicators. This gas is not inflammable, but supports ...
- Pancreatinum.—Pancreatin, U. S. P.
- A mixture of the enzymes naturally existing in the pancreas of warm-blooded animals, usually obtained from the fresh pancreas of the hog, Sus scrofa, or the ox, Bos taurus Samples on the market ...
- Paraffinum— Paraffin, U. S. P.
- A mixture of solid hydrocarbons, obtained by chilling and pressing the higher distillates from petroleum and purifying the solid press-cake so obtained. It is practically insoluble in ...
- Paraldehydum.—Paraldehyd. U. S. P.
- Paraldehyd, C6H12O3, is a polymer of acetaldehyd, CH3.CHO. Properties : Paraldehyd is a colorless, transparent liquid, having a strong characteristic but not unpleasant or pungent odor, ...
- Pelletierinae Tannas.—Pelletierine Tannate, U. S. P.
- A mixture of the tannates of alkaloids obtained from Punica Granatum. Properties : Pelletierin tannate occurs as a light yellow, odorless, amorphous powder, having an astringent taste ...
- Pepsinum.—Pepsin, U. S. P.
- A proteolytic ferment or enzyme obtained from the glandular layer of the fresh stomach of the hog, Sus scrofa. Properties : Pepsin occurs as pale yellow, transparent or translucent ...
- Petrolatum.—Petrolatum, U. S. P.
- A mixture of hydrocarbons, obtained by distilling off the lighter and more volatile portions from petroleum, and purifying the residue. Properties : Petrolatum occurs as an unctuous ...
- Petrolatum Liquidum.—Liquid Petrolatum, U. S. P.
- A mixture of hydrocarbons, obtained by distilling off most of the lighter and more volatile portions from petroleum, nd purifying the liquid residue. Properties : It occurs as a ...
- Phenol.—Phenol, U. S. P. (Acidum Carbolicum, Pharm. 1890) C6h3oh.
- Hydroxybenzene, obtained from coal-tar by fractional distillation and subsequent purification or made synthetically. Properties : Phenol should contain not less than 98 per cent, of ...
- Phenol Liquefactum.—Liquefied Phenol, U. S. P.
- A liquid composed of not less than 86.4 per cent., by weight, of C6H5OH, and about 13 per cent., by weight, of water. Properties : Liquefied phenol is a colorless liquid which may ...
