Epitome of the Pharmacopeia of the United States and the National Formulary / With Comments

by Albion Walter Hewlett; William August Puckner; Torald Hermann Sollmann; Martin I. Wilbert

Action and Uses: Obsolete genito-urinary “stimulant,” without advantage over buchu, etc.

Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (N.F.).

Fluidextractum Matico (Fldext. Matic.), Fluidextract of Matico, N.F.—Matico (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 60 per cent.

Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).

Matricaria (Matricar.), Matricaria, U.S.P. (German Chamomile, Wild Chamomile).—Flower heads.

Action and Uses: Popularly used as a bitter and aromatic “tea” and poultice, any effects being due mostly to the hot water.

Dosage: 15 Gm. or 4 drachms (U.S.P.).

Mel (Mel), Honey, U.S.P.

Action and Uses: Demulcent.

Mel Depuratum (Mel Depurat.), Clarified Honey, U.S.P.