Latin, Cotarninae Hydrochloridum (Gen., Cotarninae Hydro-Chloridi)

Eng., Cotarnine Hydrochloride. Synonym, Stypticin The hydrochloride of a synthetic alkaloid obtained from narcotine.

Form

Yellow powder.

Odor And Taste

Practically odorless and tasteless.

Solubility

Very soluble in water or alcohol; deliquescent.

Average Dose

1 grain (0.06 Gm.).

Therapeutic Action

Hemostatic.

Uses

Used to aid in arresting hemorrhage, as pulmonary, uterine, etc.; also in the treatment of purpura hemorrhagica.

Administration

Usually prescribed alone in capsules.