Cin-U-Form Lozenges, manufactured by McKesson and Robbins, New York City, are marketed in bottles of 24 for 25 cents. They have a strong odor of cinnamon, weigh 151⁄2 grs. each, and are acid in taste and reaction. The label states that they contain:
“Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Formaldehyde and Menthol—all powerful germicides against Influenzal bacilli, but not injurious to the system in this palatable form.”
A circular contains the same statement as to composition and claims further that they:
“... help to prevent the infection of Spanish Influenza, Pneumonia, Grip Colds and to guard against Sore Throat, Tonsillitis, Pharyngitis, etc.”
The A. M. A. Chemical Laboratory reported that Cin-U-Form Lozenges contained some formaldehyde (or paraformaldehyde) and no hexamethylenamin. It is obvious that the mouth and throat cannot be “disinfected” by these lozenges. They would be totally ineffective against bacteria that enter through the nose; they cannot prevent influenza, pneumonia, etc.—(From The Journal A. M. A., Oct. 4, 1919)
LAVORIS
Report of the Council on Pharmacy and Chemistry
Lavoris was considered by the Council in 1913, and its proprietors—the Lavoris Chemical Company—were advised that the preparation was inadmissible to New and Nonofficial Remedies because of conflict with Rules 1, 4, 6, 8 and 10. No report was published at that time. As the preparation is still widely advertised to physicians, the Council has again examined Lavoris and authorized publication of the following report.
W. A. Puckner, Secretary.