Sulphur is official in three forms: Sulphur Lotum, or Washed Sulphur; Sulphur Praecipitatum, or Milk of Sulphur; and Sulphur Sublimatum, or Flowers of Sulphur. The Washed Sulphur is best for internal use, the precipitated form for ointments, and the sublimed form for disinfection.

Properties:

Sulphur Lotum

Sulphur Praecip.

Sulphur Sublim.

Appearance

Color

Odor

Taste

Feel

Solubility: H2O

C2H5OH

CHCI3

Olive Oil

Reaction to litmus of water agitate

Though much less than formerly, Sulphur is still used for its mild laxative effect, with soft stools. Dose, 4 Gm., Sulphur Lotum. Externally, it is a specific for scabies. When burned in the presence of adequate moisture it serves as a general fumigating disinfectant.