Notes on the Newer Remedies: Their Therapeutic Applications and Modes of Administration, Second Edition Page: 136
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136 NOTES ON THE NEWER REMEDIES.
Administration.-This drug is used solely in the form
of a spray.
MICROCIDIN.
The common name of microcidin is given to a mix-
ture of f-naphthol with sodium hydrate. It may be said
to be a napht/olate of sodium.
Physical Properties.-Microcidin is a white powder.
Solubility.-Sodiuzm nap/itho/ate is soluble in water in
the proportion of I to 3 parts.
Therapeutic Applications.-Microcidin is employed
as an antiseptic both externally and internally. It has
also some antipyretic properties. It is particularly used
in the treatment of wounds.
Administration.-This remedy is applied in solutions
of the strength of from 3 to 5 in iooo.
MORRHUOL.
The active principle of cod-liver oil.
Therapeutic Applications.-Morrkuol has the same
uses as cod-liver oil.
Administration.-This drug is best given in capsules,
in doses of 3 grains (0.20 gramme).
MUSCARINE.
An alkaloid obtained from a fungus (Agaricus mnusca-
rius), having a formula of
(CH3)3 N.
N.0 H.
C2H502/
Physical Properties.-Muscarine appears as a crystal-
line, hygroscopic substance.
Solubility.-This alkaloid is freely soluble in alcohol.
Therapeutic Applications.-This remedy has of late
been employed with apparent success in the treatment
of diabetes insipidus.
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Cerna, David. Notes on the Newer Remedies: Their Therapeutic Applications and Modes of Administration, Second Edition, book, 1894; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth143542/m1/135/: accessed April 30, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting University of Texas Health Science Center Libraries.