Fluidextractum Solani (Fldext. Solan.), Fluidextract of Solanum, N.F.—Solanum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 55 per cent.
Dosage: 4 Cc. or 1 fluidrachm (N.F.).
Sparteinae Sulphas (Spartein. Sulph.), Sparteine Sulphate, U.S.P.
Colorless, odorless, hygroscopic crystals or powder, having a slightly saline and somewhat bitter taste. Freely soluble in water (1:1.1) and in alcohol (1:3).
Action and Uses: Has been widely exploited as a diuretic, but on insufficient evidence. Is of little use and is now less frequently employed than formerly. Large doses slow and weaken the heart.
Dosage: 0.01 Gm. or 1/6 grain (U.S.P.).
SPECIES.—Mixtures of vegetable drugs used as teas or poultices. For the official mixtures, see Species Emollientes, N.F., under Althaea Folia; Species Laxativae, N.F., under Senna, and Species Pectorales, under Althaea.
Spigelia (Spigelia), Spigelia, U.S.P. (Pinkroot).—Rhizome and roots.
Action and Uses: Obsolete anthelmintic for ascarides. Inferior to santonin.
Dosage: 4 Gm. or 1 drachm (U.S.P.).