Latin, Oleum Juniperi

Eng., Oil of Juniper. A volatile oil distilled from the ripe fruit of Juniperus communis. Average Dose.-3 minims (0.2 mil).

Official Preparations.

Spiritus Juniperi

Eng., Spirit of Juniper. Contains 5 per cent. of the Oil.

Average Dose

30 minims (2 mils).

Spiritus Juniperi Compositus

Eng., Compound Spirit of Juniper. Average Dose.-2 1/2 fluidrachms (10 mils).

Therapeutic Action

Classed as a diuretic, diaphoretic, stomachic, antiseptic, etc.

Uses

Has been used in the treatment of chronic nephritis, particularly when evidenced by dropsy; also for bronchitis, asthma, etc.

1 Stelwagon: Diseases of the Skin.

2 Ibid.

3 Ohmann-Dumesnil: Diseases of the Skin.

Administration

Not often prescribed. The following illustrates a way of ordering:

In the treatment of the laryngo-bronchial irritation of influenza:

M.

Sig

Teaspoonful in water every three hours.