This section is from the book "Practical Materia Medica And Prescription Writing", by Oscar W. Bethea. Also available from Amazon: Practical Materia Medica and Prescription Writing.
Latin, Pyrogallol
Eng., Pyrogallol. Synonyms, Pyrogallic Acid, Pyro. White or nearly white laminae, or fine needles; odorless, bitter taste, freely soluble.
Not often prescribed, but under the name of "Pyro" is extensively used in photography.
 
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