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

Amygdala Dulcis (Amygd. Dulc.), Sweet Almond, U.S.P.

Action and Uses: Demulcent, especially as cosmetic.

Emulsum Amygdalae (Emuls. Amygd.), Emulsion of Almond, U.S.P. (Milk of Almond).—Sweet almond, acacia, sugar and water.

*Amylis Nitris (Amyl. Nitris), Amyl Nitrite, U.S.P.—Not less than 80 per cent. C₅H₁₁NO₂ (chiefly iso-amyl nitrite).

A yellowish liquid, with a fruity odor and a pungent, aromatic taste. Very volatile; almost insoluble in water, but miscible with alcohol or ether.

Action and Uses: Prompt vasodilator, used especially in spasms of angina pectoris, asthma and general convulsions.

Dosage: 0.2 Cc. or 3 minims (U.S.P.), by inhalation.

*Amylum (Amyl.), Starch, U.S.P. (Corn Starch).

Action and Uses: Dusting powder and diluent.

Glyceritum Amyli (Glycer. Amyl.), Glycerite of Starch, U.S.P.—Starch (10%) and water (10%) in glycerin.