Chilblains.
In the treatment of chilblains we give a detailed list of formulas from the works and practice of a number of the most eminent physicians and surgeons.
OINTMENT TO BE USED AT NIGHT.
Dr. Bartholow’s prescription is as follows:
| Carbolic acid1 | drachm. |
| Tincture of iodine2 | drachms. |
| Tannic acid2 | drachms. |
| Simple cerate4 | ounces. |
POWDER TO PREVENT CHILBLAINS.
Dr. Bandt gives the following prescription:
| Sodium borate3 | parts. |
| Alum and benzoin, each2 | parts. |
| Mustard12 | parts. |
| Orris root and bran, each10 | parts. |
| Almond-skins30 | parts. |
Mix with a little water and apply.
WASH FOR NON-ULCERATED CHILBLAINS.
Dr. Beasley’s prescription is as follows:
| Sulphate of aluminum and potash1 | part. |
| Vinegar and weak alcohol, of each25 | parts. |
Dissolve and filter. Apply night and morning.
OINTMENT FOR NON-ULCERATED CHILBLAINS.
Dr. Giacomini’s prescription is as follows:
| Prepared lard8 | parts. |
| Chrystallized acetate of lead1 | part. |
| Distilled cherry laurel water2 | parts. |
Mix, and apply night and morning.
FOR UNBROKEN CHILBLAINS.
| Sulphuric acid1 | drachm. |
| Spirits of turpentine1 | drachm. |
| Olive oil3 | drachms. |
Mix the oil and turpentine first, then gradually add the acid. Apply by rubbing on two or three times a day.
FOR UNBROKEN CHILBLAINS.
| Lard4 | ounces. |
| Turpentine1 | ounce. |
| Camphor2 | ounces. |
| Oil of rosemary15 | drops. |
Rub in with continued friction.
FOR BROKEN CHILBLAINS.
Yellow wax |  | of each, 3 ounces. |
Olive oil | ||
Camphorated oil | ||
Goulard’s extract | 1 1/2 | ounces. |
Melt the wax with the oil, then add the camphorated oil and Goulard extract.