Cataplasma Kaolini (Catapl. Kaolin.), Cataplasm of Kaolin, N.F.—A mixture of kaolin and glycerin with boric acid aromatized with thymol, methyl salicylate and oil of peppermint.
Uses: Not superior to flaxseed or bread-and-milk poultices.
Kava (Kava), Kava, N.F. (Methysticum, Kava Kava).—Rhizome and roots of Piper methysticum.
Action and Uses: Mild irritant, without advantage over cubeb. Often inert. Owes its properties to an oleoresin.
Dosage: 1 Gm. or 15 grains (N.F.).
Fluidextractum Kavae (Fldext. Kav.), Fluidextract of Kava, N.F.—Kava (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 50 per cent.
Dosage: 1 Cc. or 15 minims (N.F.).
Kino (Kino), Kino, U.S.P.—A dried plant juice.
Dark brown fragments or brick-red powder, odorless and having an astringent taste. Partly soluble in water.