Caulophyllum (Caulophyl.), Caulophyllum, N.F. (Blue Cohosh, Papoose Root, Squaw Root).—Rhizome and roots.
Action and Uses: Said to be diuretic and emmenagogue; has not been adequately studied.
Dosage: 0.5 Gm. or 8 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Caulophylli (Fldext. Caulophyl.), Fluidextract of Caulophyllum, N.F.—Caulophyllum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.
Dosage: 0.5 Cc. or 8 minims (N.F.).
Centaurium (Centaur.), Centaury, N.F.—Flowering plant.
Action and Uses: Bitter stomachic; without advantage over gentian. Also used in “female remedies,” but probably useless.
Dosage: 2 Gm. or 30 grains (N.F.).
*Cera Alba (Cer. Alb.), White Wax, U.S.P.—Yellow wax bleached.
Action and Uses: Used in the preparation of emollient ointments, and to raise the melting point of mixtures of oils and fats.