332. For Bruises, Strains, Rheumatic Swellings, Enlarged Glands, Indolent Buboes, Swollen Joints, Boils, &c., and local Inflammations of the Skin generally, a solution of this salt in hot water (2 drachms to a pint), kept to the parts for a few hours, proves useful, not only relieving the pain but reducing the swelling. It is also thought to be more effectual than anything else in removing the discoloration consequent on bruises and sprains. This has been noticed especially with reference to blows on the eye (Black Eye). It is an important ingredient in the Cold Lotion described in Sect. 265.
333.
Sandal-wood Oil.
The oil obtained by the distillation of Sandal Wood, Santalum album, Linn.
Sandal-ká-aitr (Hind.), Sandal vel Chandan-ká-tél (Duk., Punj.), Safed-chandnúk-til (Kash.), Sandal-ká-tel (Beng.), Shandanam-talium (Tam.), Miniak Chandana (Malay).
334. Sandal-Wood Oil is sold commonly in the bazaars, being a favourite native perfume. It has been successfully employed in the treatment of Gonorrhœa. Dr. Aitchison strongly recommends commencing with five-drop doses, each dose to be made up separately, and the oil mixed in the fluid it is to accompany with the aid of a drop or two of Liquor Potassæ. It is an excellent remedy, he adds, but must be used with great care, as it is apt to produce baneful effects on the kidneys if given in too large doses. It is of great importance to use only good or pure oil; hence it should be procured, if possible, direct from the manufacturer. Much that is sold in the bazaars is adulterated or of inferior quality. It seems well worthy of trial in cases of obstinate Gleet. It is best given in a little Omum water or Infusion of Ginger.
335.
Senna.
The leaves of Cassia lanceolata, Forsk., and other species. Indian or Tinnevelly Senna.