Latin, Hypophysis Sicca

Eng., Desiccated Hypophysis. Synonym, Desiccated Pituitary Body.

The posterior lobe obtained from the pituitary body of cattle, cleaned, dried and powdered. A yellowish or grayish amorphous powder having a characteristic odor. It is only partially soluble in water.

1 Musser and Kelly: Practical Treatment.

2 Ruhrah: Diseases of Children.

Average Dose

1/2 grain (0.03 Gm.).

Official Preparation.

Liquor Hypophysis

Eng., Solution of Hypophysis. Average Dose.-15 minims (1 mil).

Uses

Used to promote uterine pains in labor and to contract the uterus after delivery; also for tympanites, and many other conditions.

Administration-Principally used by needle. The aseptic ampoules of the solution are employed almost exclusively. It is extensively used under the proprietary name of Pituitrin.