Take of gum myrrh (Commiphora) ............ 12 oz.

Cayenne ..................................... 1 oz.

fourth proof brandy ................... 1 gal.

Put them into a jug or glass demi-john, and shake them several times a day for a week, when the liquor may be poured off and bottled for use.

This preparation is useful for bathing in cases of debility or a relaxed state of the surface, as in night sweats--to check diarrhœa, relieve pain in the stomach or bowels, and also for the toothache.

Dose

From one to four teaspoonfuls in hot water. For the toothache, wet a piece of cotton in it, and put it into the tooth.