FERRI CARBONAS SACCHARATUS—SACCHARATED FERROUS CARBONATE

Derivation.—Ferrous sulphate, 50; sodium bicarbonate, 35; sugar and distilled water. Made by solution, precipitation and washing.

Properties.—Greenish-brown powder, without odor; sweetish taste; becomes oxidized on exposure to the air.

Dose.—Horses, 2 to 4 dr.; cattle, 12 to 1 oz.; sheep and pigs, 12 to 1 dr.; dogs, 2 to 10 gr.