This section is from the book "A Text-Book Of Materia Medica, Pharmacology And Therapeutics", by George F. Butler. Also available from Amazon: A text-book of materia medica, pharmacology and therapeutics.
- Dose, 1-2 fluidrams (4.0-8.0 Cc.) [30 minims (2 Cc), U. S. P.].
Physiological Action. - Externally and Locally. - Oil of winter-green is a stimulant and a powerful antiseptic.
Internally. - Its action is identical with that of salicylic acid and its salts.
Therapeutics. - Externally and Locally. - Used for the same purposes as the aromatic oils, and also locally applied in the treatment of acute articular rheumatism.
Internally. - Used for the same purposes as salicylic acid.
 
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