Fluidextractum Taraxaci (Fldext. Tarax.), Fluidextract of Taraxacum, U.S.P. (Fluidextract of Dandelion).—Taraxacum (100%). Absolute alcohol content about 40 per cent.
Dosage: 10 Cc. or 2-1/2 fluidrachms (U.S.P.).
Terebenum (Tereben.), Terebene, U.S.P.—Obtained from oil of turpentine by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid.
A colorless, thin liquid, having a thyme-like odor and an aromatic taste. Only slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol (1:3).
Action and Uses: Expectorant resembling oil of turpentine, but more pleasant in odor.
Dosage: 0.25 Cc. or 4 minims (U.S.P.).
*Terebinthina (Terebinth.), Turpentine, N.F.—A solid oleoresin obtained from pine.
Action and Uses: Rubefacient; without advantage over turpentine oil.
Terebinthina Laricis (Terebinth. Laric.), Venice Turpentine, N.F. (Larch Turpentine).— A viscid oleoresin obtained from European larch.
Action and Uses: Similar to those of turpentine; now seldom used.